Helpful guidelines

How do I bypass ink cartridges not recognized?

How do I bypass ink cartridges not recognized?

If your Canon printer isn’t recognising a compatible ink cartridge, this may be because the data on the cartridge chip is stamped with an empty status before it was remanufactured. Hold down the stop / cancel button for 5 seconds to bypass the ‘ink has run out’ message and your cartridge should work.

Where is the reset button on an Epson ink cartridge?

Find the Cartridge Reset Button. Turn the ink cartridge to where the microchip can be found. Using the end of a paper clip, press the reset button that can be located above the metal contacts, right in the center.

How do I get my printer to recognize ink cartridges?

Turn off the power and unplug the printer from the outlet and let it sit for 10 or so minutes. Plug it back in and re-insert the cartridge. Turn the power back on and this should work and your new cartridge should work!

How do you reset Epson ink cartridges?

Press the right or left arrow button to highlight the ink tank you refilled, and press the OK button to select it. Repeat for each ink tank color you refilled. Press one of the Start buttons to reset the ink levels, then press the OK button when the reset is complete.

Why does my Epson printer say Cannot recognize ink cartridge?

The ink cartridges may not have been installed using the correct procedure, or they may not be seated correctly. Follow the instructions below to correctly install and reseat the ink cartridges. Note: This product is designed to use only genuine Epson-brand ink cartridges.

Is there a reset button on Epson ink cartridges?

Press the up or down arrow button to select Setup > Maintenance > Reset Ink Levels. Press one of the Start buttons, then press the OK button. Press the OK button again. Press the right or left arrow button to highlight the ink tank you refilled, and press the OK button to select it.

Why is my Epson printer not printing after changing cartridges?

Your Epson printer may have failed to recognize the new ink cartridge, or its ink level system has read it as empty. For numerous Epson printer models, there’s a way to bypass this built-in ink checking system through a quick cartridge reset. Raise the printer’s top cover and then hold the Ink button.