Thanks for the explanation.
i850 #1 wouldn't print color at all but was otherwise in good shape.
i850 #2 has been used a lot more. It has worn rollers (problems feeding paper) and is FULL of ink. Ink has overflowed all over the inside. I can't figure out how to get it apart to clean it.
I...
I tried cleaning the color purge/prime unit and saw no improvement.
I tried printing in photo paper mode and that did the trick - instant color. Since this printer does not have different inks for photos I am not sure why this worked. Can you give me a short explanation of this phenomena?
I...
I have a Canon i850 that will not print color at all. I have tried numerous ink cartridges and two separate print heads to no avail. Black prints fine.
There are 3 ribbon cables that go to the print head assembly - I have re-seated them on both ends.
I am out of ideas. Any ideas for what to...