How to Reset the Ink Levels on a Canon IP6700

The Canon iP6700 has a monitoring system to alert you to low ink levels in the cartridges. When you receive an alert that the ink is running low, you should change the cartridges right away to reset the monitoring system. The iP6700 printer uses series CLI-8 black and color cartridges, available at most office and computer supply stores. Change the cartridges at home and save the expense of a technician visit.

Things You'll Need

• Replacement ink cartridge

Instructions

1. Press the power button to turn on your printer. Grab the paper tray by the notches and pull down to open the tray. Raise the printer cover, then slide the inside cover forward.

2. Push the tab in front of the empty tank to release it from the carrier. Discard the empty tank or package it for recycling.

3. Pull the protective tape from the bottom of the new cartridge. Remove the film cover from the outside of the cartridge. Pull the cap off the base of the new cartridge.

4. Insert the new cartridge into the ink cartridge carrier. Press the "Push" mark on the cartridge until the tank locks into place. The red light over the ink tank will turn on.

5. Close the printer covers. Wait while the printer completes a cartridge cleaning process. The ink level indicator will reset.

References

• "Canon Pixma iP6700D Direct Printing Guide"; Canon Inc.; 2006