Canon PIXMA MP800 MP800 User's Guide - Page 109

Cleaning Your Machine - printing problems

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(2) Use [ ] or [ ] to select and then press [OK]. The confirmation screen is displayed. Note Select to print the current adjustment values. (2) (3) Load two sheets of A4- or Letter-sized plain paper in the Auto Sheet Feeder. (4) Use [ ] or [ ] to select and then press [OK]. A pattern is printed and the Print Head is automatically aligned. It takes about five minutes until printing completes. (4) Note z The pattern is printed in black and blue. When Automatic Print Head Alignment Cannot Be Executed Correctly z When automatic Print Head alignment cannot be executed correctly, the message "Auto head align has failed." is displayed on the LCD. See "An Error Message is Displayed on the LCD" on page 113. Cleaning Your Machine This section describes the necessary cleaning procedures for your machine. Caution z Be sure to turn OFF the power and disconnect the power cord before cleaning the machine. z Do not use tissue paper, paper towels, or similar materials for cleaning. Paper tissue powders or fine threads may remain inside the machine and cause problems such as a blocked Print Head and poor printing results. Use a soft cloth to avoid scratching the components. z Never use volatile liquids such as thinners, benzene, acetone, or any other chemical cleaner to clean the machine; these can damage the machine's components. „ Cleaning the Platen Glass and Document Cover Wipe the Platen Glass (A), the FAU Protective Sheet (white area) (B), and the FAU Lamp (C) with a clean, soft, lint-free cloth moistened with water. Then wipe with a clean, soft, dry, lint-free cloth making sure not to leave any residue, especially on the Platen Glass. If you have trouble getting the scanning area clean, wipe with diluted mild detergent (for dish washing). Chapter 11 Routine Maintenance 107

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Chapter 11
107
Routine Maintenance
(2)
Use [
] or [
] to select <Auto head align> and then press [OK].
The confirmation screen is displayed.
(3)
Load two sheets of A4- or Letter-sized plain paper in the Auto Sheet Feeder.
(4)
Use [
] or [
] to select <Yes> and then press [OK].
A pattern is printed and the Print Head is automatically aligned. It takes about five
minutes until printing completes.
Cleaning Your Machine
This section describes the necessary cleaning procedures for your machine.
Cleaning the Platen Glass and Document Cover
Wipe the Platen Glass (A), the FAU Protective Sheet (white area) (B), and the FAU Lamp (C)
with a clean, soft, lint-free cloth moistened with water. Then wipe with a clean, soft, dry, lint-free
cloth making sure not to leave any residue, especially on the Platen Glass. If you have trouble
getting the scanning area clean, wipe with diluted mild detergent (for dish washing).
Note
Select <Head alignment print> to print the current adjustment values.
Note
The pattern is printed in black and blue.
When Automatic Print Head Alignment Cannot Be Executed
Correctly
When automatic Print Head alignment cannot be executed correctly,
the message “Auto head align has failed.” is displayed on the LCD.
See
“An Error Message is Displayed on the LCD” on page 113
.
Caution
Be sure to turn OFF the power and disconnect the power cord before
cleaning the machine.
Do not use tissue paper, paper towels, or similar materials for cleaning. Paper
tissue powders or fine threads may remain inside the machine and cause
problems such as a blocked Print Head and poor printing results. Use a soft
cloth to avoid scratching the components.
Never use volatile liquids such as thinners, benzene, acetone, or any other
chemical cleaner to clean the machine; these can damage the machine’s
components.
(2)
(4)