Cleaning your machine – Canon Pixma MP530 User Manual
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Chapter 8
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Routine Maintenance
Print Head alignment is performed automatically. However, you can align the Print Head manually if
the results of automatic Print Head alignment are not satisfactory (See
1
Press [ON/OFF] to turn on the machine.
See
“Turning on the Machine” on page 18
2
Press the Open button to open the Paper Output Tray, and open up and set the
extension by pressing down the hollow on the front side.
3
Execute automatic Print Head alignment.
(1) Press [COPY].
(2) Press [Menu] repeatedly to select <4.MAINTENANCE>.
(3) Load a few sheets of A4- or Letter-sized plain paper in the Auto Sheet Feeder.
(4) Use [
] or [
]
to select <AUTO HEAD ALIGN>, then press [OK].
A pattern is printed and the Print Head is automatically aligned. It takes about five
minutes to finish printing the pattern.
Cleaning Your Machine
This section describes the necessary cleaning procedures for your machine.
Cleaning the Platen Glass and Document Cover
Wipe the Platen Glass (D), the inner side of the Document Cover (white area) (C), the
transparent sheet (A), and the inner side of the ADF (white area) (B) 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
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The Cassette does not feed paper for aligning the Print Head. Load paper in the Auto
Sheet Feeder.
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Ensure that the Inner Cover is closed.
Note
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The pattern is printed in black and blue.
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You can print the current adjustment values by selecting <HEAD ALIGN PRINT>.
When Automatic Print Head Aligning Cannot Be Executed Correctly
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When automatic Print Head aligning cannot be executed correctly, the message <HEAD
ALIGNMENT ERROR> is displayed on the LCD.
See
“An Error Message is Displayed on the LCD” on page 113
.
Caution
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Be sure to turn OFF the power and disconnect the power cord before cleaning the machine.
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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.
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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.