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Preparing to Transfer the Printer

To protect the internal parts in transit, always follow these steps before transferring the printer to a new location.

For details on packing the printer and installing it after transfer, see Reinstalling the Printer.

Important

  • Avoid tilting the printer excessively in transit. This may cause ink in the printer to leak and cause stains.
  • When moving the printer, make sure that the basket does not rub against the floor. If the basket rubs on the floor, it may get dirty or damaged.

  • When you select Prepare to move, any registered web services will be canceled. After moving your printer, set up your web services again.

Note

  • The maintenance cartridge replacement may be required when you execute the Prepare to move menu. Prepare the maintenance cartridge in advance while referring below. The number of maintenance cartridge required varies depending on the amount remaining in the maintenance cartridge being used.
  • If you can move the printer in a level state using casters or something similar, you do not need to execute Prepare to move.

  • Always follow the instructions of the service representative when preparing to transfer the printer.

    The following lists transport restrictions by type of transport.

    Move on the same floor

    Usage Examples: Move indoors by carrying

    • Transport and storage in low temperature environments: No
    • Required maintenance cartridges: 1

    Transport outdoors

    Usage Examples: Transport by vehicle

    • Transport and storage in low temperature environments: Yes
    • Required maintenance cartridges: 1

Preparing for Transportation

  1. Remove the paper.

  2. If touch screen indicates to replace maintenance cartridge, replace maintenance cartridge.

  3. Tap (Setup) > Maintenance on HOME screen.

    The Maintenance screen appears.

  4. Tap Prepare to move.

  5. Tap Move on the same floor or Transport outdoors.

    A confirmation message appears.

  6. Tap Yes.

    The printer is now prepared for transfer.

    When the preparation is finished, a message prompting you to open the ink tank cover appears on the touch screen.

    Important

    • If consumables must be replaced, a message appears on the touch screen, and preparation is disabled. If the message appears, tap OK and contact your Canon dealer for assistance.

  7. Open ink tank cover to remove all ink tanks.

  8. Push all ink tank lock levers closed until they click into place.

  9. Close ink tank cover.

    Ink is now drawn into the maintenance cartridge.

    A confirmation message will appear when the process is finished.

    Important

    • Do not remove the maintenance cartridge except when the message indicating replacement is displayed.

      If you remove the maintenance cartridge while ink is being removed, the ink may leak out.

  10. Press ON button and turn off printer.

Packing Printer

  1. Disconnect power cord and interface cable.

    Important

    • Turn off the printer before you unplug it. Unplugging the printer before it is off and moving it may damage the printer. If you accidentally unplug the printer, plug it in again, reinstall the ink tanks, and follow this procedure again.

  2. Tape down printer covers to secure them, in the reverse order of tape removal during installation.

  3. Remove the stand by reversing the installation procedure, when it was attached to the printer.

  4. Disassemble and repackage the stand by following the installation procedure in reverse.

  5. Repack roll holder, holder stopper, and printer in shipping materials, and then package them in shipping box.