Canon Pixma Pro 100 Clogged Nozzles and Recovery
Nov 2, 2015 19:30:57 #
I've had my Pixma Pro 100 for two or three years now. Because I'm lucky enough to do some RV travel, I abandon the printer for months at a time. It has never been a problem. It always would start up and print with quality.
Today I tried to print for the first time since the middle of July. The print was a pink mess.
A few cartridges were low, one was empty. I replaced them and there was no improvement.
I tried the "Cleaning" function followed by a "Nozzle Check". It was still plugged up.
I tried "Deep Cleaning" and the "Nozzle Check" showed it was well.
The printer is fully functional now. I'm impressed that it could fix itself.
Today I tried to print for the first time since the middle of July. The print was a pink mess.
A few cartridges were low, one was empty. I replaced them and there was no improvement.
I tried the "Cleaning" function followed by a "Nozzle Check". It was still plugged up.
I tried "Deep Cleaning" and the "Nozzle Check" showed it was well.
The printer is fully functional now. I'm impressed that it could fix itself.
Nov 2, 2015 19:49:24 #
It is a great machine. Canon engineered it well. So are the older 9000 and 9500 series printers.
Nov 2, 2015 19:53:13 #
bsprague wrote:
I've had my Pixma Pro 100 for two or three years n... (show quote)
Good to know!! Thanks for sharing. My Pixma Pro only gets used sporadically so I imagine that's an issue I may run into down the road.
Nov 2, 2015 19:56:03 #
PhotoPhred wrote:
I'm thrilled with it every time I make a print from a good image. My issue is always capturing and processing enough images worthy of printing, framing and wall hanging!It is a great machine. Canon engineered it well. So are the older 9000 and 9500 series printers.
Nov 2, 2015 20:14:56 #
bsprague wrote:
I'm thrilled with it every time I make a print from a good image. My issue is always capturing and processing enough images worthy of printing, framing and wall hanging!
There is a company called "Get Smart Products" on the internet that sells photo albums that will hold your prints up to 13 x 19. They also sell 11 x 17, 8.5 x 11 etc. They use acid free stock and it provides you with a place to store and show your large prints. Check them out. I have them in a bunch of different sizes.
Nov 2, 2015 20:43:01 #
One thing you can do to help prevent clogs due to lack of use is simply print a test page every few weeks. This uses all colors and nozzles I believe, and doesn't use much ink either. You can print directly from the Canon app and don't need an image, PS or LR.
Nov 2, 2015 20:50:18 #
mawyatt wrote:
Yes, I'm sure you are right. However, in my case, I abandon it and every other thing in the condo for months at a time to enjoy the USA and collect images. My point in starting the topic was to report that you can abandon the printer for months without permanent damage.One thing you can do to help prevent clogs due to lack of use is simply print a test page every few weeks. This uses all colors and nozzles I believe, and doesn't use much ink either. You can print directly from the Canon app and don't need an image, PS or LR.
Nov 3, 2015 06:12:53 #
Dancefan
Loc: Gore .Southland. New Zealand.
You have had more luck with your Canon printer than me. I have tried deep cleaning my Canon Pro 100 twice, but still have no Cyan ink coming through it in the nozzle test. Any suggestions would be grateful. Will it be safe to wash the print head under running water in an attempt to unblock it. I brought the printer second hand last year, and was told it had only printed about 100 photos through it. The other 7 nozzles seem to work ok. I was told that a new print head for it here in New Zealand would cost more than the printer is worth here.
Nov 3, 2015 07:10:55 #
Nov 3, 2015 07:55:43 #
bsprague wrote:
I've had my Pixma Pro 100 for two or three years n... (show quote)
Very helpful information. I challenge anyone to find a better printer at this price point.
Nov 3, 2015 10:11:33 #
I purchased the Canon PIXMA MX922 from staples because it was on sale for $79.00 and the printer that came with the computer was staring to act up, it's a Canon PIXMA 1500 and the document printing is great, pictures stink. They come put very light and appear to be faded. Have now idea why or how to fix my problem. Tried all the adjustments but still faded. Put in new ink cartridges, still NO GOOD! I give up and checked with Canon and was told that the printer will not operate with windows 8.1. Now I remember this printer came with a different computer, any ideas except to junk it and fire up the PIXMA MX922 which will operate with Windows 8.1.
Nov 3, 2015 12:06:45 #
Brooklyn-Camera wrote:
....any ideas except to junk it ..I give up and checked with Canon and was told that the printer will not operate with windows 8.1
Buy a dedicated photo printer, not a document or multipurpose printer. The Canon Pixma Pro-100 produces extraordinary prints. It is always "on sale". After rebates, the current price is $150. But, it comes with about $140 worth of photo paper and ink. B&H has free shipping and does not charge sales tax. Big 13x19 prints will cost about $4 each in ink and paper. Smaller prints are, of course, cheaper.
Or, talk to someone else who can help you figure out how to get updated printer drivers for you printer. It does not make any logical sense that a current printer won't operate on a current operating system.
Nov 3, 2015 12:43:36 #
bsprague wrote:
I've had my Pixma Pro 100 for two or three years n... (show quote)
Just a quick question, are you using Canon tanks?
Nov 3, 2015 12:55:59 #
jimmya wrote:
Yes. I keep one complete set in stock and replace them one at a time from Amazon or B&H. They are $17 each. Based on a study done by Red River Papers a full 13x19 print uses about $2.70 in ink. Personal use confirms that. Since I print about a dozen a month, trying to save on ink cartridges is not worth the effort. Just a quick question, are you using Canon tanks?
I do confess to accepting the Canon marketing information that says they have invested to find the best combination of ink and paper ingredients to provide long print life. In other words, they have me for the printer, ink and paper package.
Canon does not have me as one of their camera owners!
Nov 3, 2015 13:38:54 #
Dancefan wrote:
You have had more luck with your Canon printer tha... (show quote)
This link might help you with your printer problem. I haven't reviewed the videos. Just a suggestion. I've never used a Canon printer, but similar videos have helped me with my Epson printers.
http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=canon+printer+pro+100+head+cleaning
You might find this also interesting.
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-341625-1.html
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