Canon LR1 - Manual

Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the Canon LR1 Color Bubble Jet Printer.We appreciate your choosing this printer to meet your printing needs. The Canon LR1 printer offers excellent print quality and fast print speed using both color and black inks. We are c...

1-2 Introduction Chapter 1 Important Notes on Safety Choosing a Place for Your Printer ■ Do not place the printer near volatile liquids, such asalcohol or paint thinner. Volatile liquids coming in contact with the electricalcomponents inside the printer may result in fire orelectrical shock. ■ Do no...

Chapter 1 Introduction 1-3 Introduction Supplying Power to the Printer ■ To avoid electrical shock, make sure your hands are drybefore plugging in the power cord. ■ Make sure you insert the plug all the way into thepower outlet. Loose connections can result in fire or electrical shock. ■ Attempting ...

■ Do not use the power cord if it is tied or knotted. Doing so may result in fire or electrical shock. ■ If you notice smoke or any strange odor coming fromyour printer, immediately turn off the power andunplug the power cord from the power outlet. Continuing to use the printer under these condition...

Handling the Printer ■ Do not use items such as flammable sprays near theprinter. If gas from the spray contacts electrical componentsinside the printer, fire or electrical shock may result. ■ Do not disassemble or alter the printer in any way. The printer includes high voltage components thatcan ca...

1-6 Introduction Chapter 1 Maintaining the Printer ■ When cleaning, use a damp cloth. Do not use volatileliquids such as alcohol, benzene, or paint thinner. Such substances can cause fire or electrical shock ifthey contact electrical components inside the printer. ■ Before cleaning the printer, turn...

Supplies and Accessories Canon has an extensive dealer network equipped to offer you supplies as you need them.To find a dealer near you, call the Canon referral service at 1-800-848-4123. If supplies are not available from your local dealer, you can order directly from Canon bycalling 1-800-671-109...

Chapter 1 Introduction 1-9 Introduction Names and Functions of the Printer’s Parts Front View BJ Cartridge Access CoverOpen to install and replace BJ cartridges and ink tanks. Access Cover Release ButtonPress this button to open the BJ cartridge access cover. Paper GuideWhen setting paper, slide thi...

Chapter 1 Introduction 1-11 Introduction Turning the Power On and Off Turning On the Power Confirm that the connected Internet device is turned off. If the Internet device is turned on first, it may not detect the printer.Make sure you turn the printer on first. Make sure the printer is plugged in a...

1-12 Introduction Chapter 1 Turning the Power Off itching the power OFF Press the printer’s POWER button. Once the BUSY light stops flashing, the printer is powered off. After turning off the printer, wait at least three seconds before turning it back on again. Do not unplug the power cord from the ...

Chapter 1 Introduction 1-13 Introduction Getting Help From Canon Canon Computer Systems, Inc. offers a full range of customer technical support* optionsincluding: ■ 24-hour, 7-day-a-week, toll-free automated support for troubleshooting issues onmost current products (1-800-423-2366) ■ Speak to a tec...

1-14 Introduction Chapter 1 Servicing the Printer The Canon LR1 Color Bubble Jet Printer is designed with the latest technology to providetrouble-free operation. The Warranty Card that comes with the printer describes Canon’slimited warranty for your Bubble Jet printer. Be sure to read the warranty ...

Chapter 2 Using BJ Cartridges 2-1 Using BJ Cartridges You can use the following BJ cartridges with the LR1: The BJ cartridge contains the print head (where the ink comes out) and the inktanks. When the ink runs out, replace only the ink tank. Follow these guidelines when using a BJ cartridge. ■ Keep...

2-2 Using BJ Cartridges Chapter 2 If Printing Is Unclear or Colors Are Missing If your printing is unclear or colors are missing, one of the following may be the reason: ■ The BJ cartridge print head nozzles are clogged. ■ An ink tank is empty. If printing becomes unclear or colors are missing, prin...

Cleaning the Print Head The LR1 is equipped with two print head cleaning functions: normal print head cleaningand a more powerful deep print head cleaning. Only execute deep print head cleaning when the print quality does not improve afterexecuting normal print head cleaning. Perform print head clea...

Deep Print Head Cleaning Make sure the printer is turned on. The green POWER light is on. Press and hold the RESUME/CLEAN button until you hear two beeps, wait for one more beep, then release the button. It takes approximately 3 seconds for the third beep to sound after the first twobeeps. Be carefu...

2-6 Using BJ Cartridges Chapter 2 Replacing Ink Tanks If the LOW INK lights come on, replace the corresponding ink tank. Ink Type and Ink Replacement The LOW INK lights on the front of the printer prompt you to replace an ink tank when the ink runs low. Confirm the type of ink tank currently install...

Replacing an Ink Tank Make sure the LR1 is turned on. Do not turn off or unplug the printer while replacing an ink tank. Doing so may cause damage to the BJ cartridge. Press the access cover release button and open the BJ cartridge access cover. The BJ cartridge automatically moves to the center. Re...

■ Color ink tank — Raise the white tab by lifting it with your finger. For the BC-10 Black BJ Cartridge ■ Raise the gray tab by lifting it with your finger. For the BC-12e Photo BJ Cartridge ■ Raise the gray tab by lifting it with your finger. ■ Raise the white tab by lifting it with your finger. Us...

Close the BJ cartridge access cover. Print head cleaning starts and the BUSY light flashes. When the printer beeps and the BUSY light goes out, you are ready to print. Replacing the BJ Cartridge You can use the following BJ cartridges with the LR1: ■ BC-11e Color BJ Cartridge for normal color printi...

Remove the BJ cartridge. Release and raise the green tab with your finger. Place the BJ cartridge you just removed in the Ink Cartridge Storage Box. Securely twist the lid. Make sure the box is tightly closed. Using BJ Cartridges Chapter 2 Using BJ Cartridges 2-15 Lift here Align these arrows

Prepare the replacement BJ cartridge. If using a new BJ cartridge, open the packaging and remove the protective orangecap and orange tape. ■ Do not replace the protective orange cap once it has been removed. You maydamage the print head. ■ Make sure you remove the protective orange tape. If you do n...

Paper Handling Chapter 3 Paper Handling 3-1 This chapter describes the type of paper you can use with the Canon LR1, and how youload the paper. You can stack paper in the paper supply tray to load it automatically oryou can manually feed one sheet at a time. You can use either plain paper or highres...

3-2 Paper Handling Chapter 3 Important Notes on Paper Do not use any of the following types of paper. Not only will they reduce print quality,but paper jams may also result. ■ Folded paper ■ Curled paper ■ Creased paper ■ Wet paper ■ Extremely thin paper (less than 17 lb or 64 g/m 2 ) ■ Extremely th...

Chapter 3 Paper Handling 3-3 Paper Handling Loading Paper The LR1 provides two methods of feeding paper: from the paper supply tray and from themanual feed slot. Load letter size paper in the paper supply tray. You can also load onesheet at a time in the manual feed slot. ■ Set paper in the paper su...

Set the paper guide and size guide. You will normally set up the paper supply tray for letter size paper. Settings arealso available for A4 size paper. Load the paper and make sure the corners are under the clips. Set the paper in the tray with the print side down. Adjust the paper guide so that it ...

Chapter 3 Paper Handling 3-5 Paper Handling Press PUSH on the front of the printer, and pull out the paper output trayextension. Printed documents are stacked in the paper output tray. If possible, remove eachsheet as it is printed to avoid getting ink on the back of the next sheet. If you do let pr...

3-6 Paper Handling Chapter 3 Align the paper guide with the left edge of the paper. Press PUSH on the front of the printer, and pull out the paper output trayextension. Using High Resolution Paper After printing High Resolution Paper, fine powder from the paper accumulatesinside the printer and pape...

Clearing Paper Jams If a paper jams occurs, check the following and gently pull the jammed paper outin the direction indicated by the arrows. If the RESUME/CLEAN light comes on: ■ Paper is not loaded, or paper has not ejected completely. All lights come on. ■ Load paper and press the RESUME/CLEAN bu...

Maintaining the Printer Chapter 4 Maintaining the Printer 4-1 This section describes printer maintenance and cautions for transporting the printer. Printer Maintenance When maintaining the printer, always follow these precautions: ■ When caring for your printer, turn the power off, and unplug the po...

Cleaning the Printer Turn off the printer and unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet. Wipe any dirt from the outside of the printer (such as around the paper output tray) with a soft cloth that has been moistened with water, then firmly wrung out. Open the BJ cartridge access coverand wipe...

Transporting the Printer When transporting the printer, pack it in its original box and affix all protective materials. Do not remove the power cord from the electrical outlet while the POWER light is on or flashing. Damage to the printer may result. Turn off the power to the Internet device and the...

T roubleshooting Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 5-1 This chapter describes remedies for various printer problems. Power Power does not go on Is the power cord properly Make sure the power cord is securely plugged into plugged into the printer the electrical outlet. Then make sure the power cord and the e...

The LOW INK light comes on Is it time to replace the Confirm the type of ink installed in your printer ink tanks? and check the ink tank (see page 2-6). Paper Trouble When Printing The paper is jammed Follow the steps in Clearing Paper Jams (see page 3-8) and remove the paper. The paper does not fee...

When feeding from the Push the paper supply tray firmly into the printer as paper supply tray, is the far as it will go (see page 3-4). tray inserted properly? After printing on High Use the cleaning sheet that came with the High Resolution Paper, are Resolution Paper to clean the rollers (see page ...

Paper Trouble After Printing The back side of the paper is soiled Is the paper output tray Clean the printer (see page 4-2). soiled? Is a second page printing If you print documents that require some time to dry, before the first one such as photos, the printer may eject the next page is dry? before...

Trouble When Printing If the printer does not print or stops during printing The printer does not print at all Is the power on? Check whether the POWER light is on. If not, press the POWER button. Is the printer properly Securely connect the power cord and the printer cable. connected to the Interne...

The last part of the document does not print Is the printer properly Firmly connect the power cord and the printer cable. connected to the Internetdevice? Printing starts, but stops before it is finished Does the document involve When printing documents that involve a large amount a large amount of ...

White lines appear Is ink flowing properly The BJ cartridge’s print head may be blocked. Print a from the BJ cartridge? Nozzle Check Pattern to check the condition of the print head (see page 2-2). If the Nozzle Check Pattern does not print correctly,perform the print head cleaning procedure (see pa...

Colors are wrong Color documents are printed in black ink only Is the BC-10 Black BJ When printing in color, install the BC-11e Color Cartridge installed? BJ Cartridge or the BC-12e Photo BJ Cartridge (see page 2-14). Printed colors differ markedly from those on screen Is ink flowing properly The BJ...

Lines do not print straight Is the BJ cartridge Remove the BJ cartridge and reinstall it (see correctly installed? page 2-14). The cartridge does not move into the replacement position Is the power on? Confirm that the printer’s POWER light is green. If the power is not on, refer to “Power does not ...

Specifications Appendix A Specifications A-1 Printing Method Bubble Jet Ink on demand Printing Resolution Maximum 720 (horizontal) × 360 (vertical) dpi Printing Speed (measured by Canon’s standard pattern) Black printing Fast: 3.8 ppm Standard: 3.5 ppm Color printing Fast: 1.8 ppm Standard: 1.5 ppm ...

Glossary Glossary G-1 Automatic feed Refers to one way in which paper can be fed into the printer when the paper supply tray is used. BJ cartridge The printing mechanism that contains the print head unit and ink tanks. Bubble Jet printing An ink jet type of printing that heats the ink to a boiling p...

Index A AC adapter: 1-3—4Access cover release button: 1-9, 2-8Accessories: 1-7—8 B Back cover: 1-10Back view, printer: 1-10BC-10 Black BJ Cartridge: 1-7, 2-6, 2-9, 2-11, 2-12, A-2 BC-11e Color BJ Cartridge: 1-7, 2-6, 2-8, 2-10—11, A-2 BC-12e Photo BJ Cartridge: 1-7, 2-6, 2-9, 2-11, 2-13, A-2 BCI-10 ...

FCC Regulations FCC-1 FCC Regulations Color Bubble Jet Printer, Model K10191 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digitaldevice, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to providereasonable protection against harmful interference in...