Replacing a Print Cartridge > Handling Print Cartridges
Handling Print Cartridges
Important points about handling Print cartridges are explained.
● If ink comes into contact with your eyes, rinse immediately in running water. For other symptoms, consult a doctor.
● If ink is ingested, induce vomiting by drinking a strong saline solution. Consult a doctor immediately.
● If your skin comes into contact with ink, immediately wash the affected area with water or soap and water.
● Keep the ink or ink container out of reach of children.
About Print cartridges
● Print cartridges comply with the manufacturer's safety specifications. To ensure safety and reliability,
use genuine Print cartridges.
● When using the printer for the first time, install the Print cartridges supplied with the printer.
Using Print cartridges
● Print cartridges should be opened before their expiration date and used within six months of being
opened.
● Do not open the package of a Print cartridge until the cartridge will be installed in the printer.
● Do not touch the ink supply port of Print cartridges.
● Do not shake Print cartridges strongly. Ink may leak out.
● Do not take apart Print cartridges.
● Do not open the right front cover except when installing Print cartridges. Do not turn off the power or
unplug the power cord during the process of installing the cartridges.
● Always confirm the color of a Print cartridge before installing it.
● Do not remove a Print cartridge once it has been installed unless necessary.
● Do not remove a Print cartridge while printing is being performed. Printing will stop.
Storing Print cartridges
● Avoid storing Print cartridges in hot or freezing places.
Ink consumption
● In addition to printing, ink is consumed when the power is turned on, head cleaning is performed, or
Print cartridges are installed.
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