How to fit spacer rings on Canon PRO-100 cartridges (CLI-42)

Fit the spacer rings

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   Step 1: Take out the spacers you need

   Find the clear spacer rings in your refill kit and take out one for each cartridge you plan to do.

   Look closely at a spacer: one side is longer than the other. The longer side goes toward the back of the printer.

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   Step 2: Bring the print head to the center

   Open the printer lid and let the print head move to the center.

   TipTurn the printer off once the head is centered so it stays put while you work. If you leave it on, you can usually do 2 or 3 cartridges before the head moves back to its parking spot.

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   Step 3: Remove the cartridge and dry the seat

   Remove the cartridge that is getting a spacer and find the spot where it meets the print head. Take out the neighboring cartridges too if you need room.

   Soak up any ink around that spot with a lint free cloth.

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   Step 4: Place the spacer

   Set the spacer on the spot where the cartridge meets the print head, with the short side toward the front of the printer and the long side toward the back.

   TipTweezers make the spacer much easier to place.

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   Step 5: Put the cartridges back and print a nozzle check

   Put the cartridges back, close the lid and turn the printer on if you turned it off. Print a nozzle check to confirm every color is printing cleanly.