PrintheadsPrintheadsReplacing the PrintheadReplacing the PrintheadWhen to replace the PrintheadReplace the Printhead in the following situations.• If the printing quality does not improve even after one or two cycles of Head Cleaning B from the printermenu• If the Display Screen indicates "Open top cover and replace the printhead."• If your Canon dealer has advised you to replace the PrintheadCompatible printheadsFor information on compatible printheads, see "Printhead." ➔ User's GuidePrecautions when handling the PrintheadTake the following precautions when handling the Printhead.Caution• For safety, keep the Printhead out of the reach of children.• If ink is accidentally ingested, contact a physician immediately.• Do not touch the Printhead immediately after printing. The Printhead becomes extremely hot, and there is a risk ofburns.Important• There may be ink around the nozzles of the Printhead you remove. Handle the Printhead carefully during re-placement. The ink may stain clothing.• Do not open the Printhead pouch until immediately before installation. After removing the Printhead from thepouch, install it right away. If the Printhead is left after the pouch is opened, the nozzles may dry out, which mayaffect printing quality.Access the menu for Printhead replacementCaution• When replacing the Printhead immediately after printing, wait a few minutes before replacing it. The metal parts ofthe Printhead become hot during printing, and there is a risk of burns from touching these parts.Important• Your hands may become dirty during Printhead replacement. Use the gloves provided with the new Printhead forreplacement.Note• Prepare a new Ink Tank when ink levels are low.1 On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or▶ to select the Settings/Adj. tab ( ).Replacing the Printhead iPF685 SeriesBasic GuideConsumables and Maintenance Printheads30