BostonFern
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I refilled the black ink tank in my Canon MX860 about three months ago. It's completely empty now. I actually haven't used this printer that much, and am scratching my head. After some online investigation, I think two possible causes that are stated below. I will appreciate people's input on what the right cause is , and answering my questions.
The possible causes for the ink run out quickly are:
1. Canon MX860 naturally consumes a lot of black ink.
It's normal to replace the cartridge after 3 months of light use.
2. The ink has leaked out from ink tank because
A. The refilling hole wasn't sealed right.
The refilling kit didn't include a screw to seal the hole I drilled. The eBay seller wrote that covering the hole with scotch tape is good enough, and which is what I used. I'm wondering whether this is a good method.
B. Ink leaking from ink tank is normal and expected.
When I refilled the ink tank, I found the ink leaked out easily. It seems the ink would also leak in the printer too.
People said the leaked ink ends in a ink reservoir in the printer, and once the reservoir full, the ink will be flow outside the reservoir. Is there a way I can open up the printer and take a look at the ink reservoir?
The possible causes for the ink run out quickly are:
1. Canon MX860 naturally consumes a lot of black ink.
It's normal to replace the cartridge after 3 months of light use.
2. The ink has leaked out from ink tank because
A. The refilling hole wasn't sealed right.
The refilling kit didn't include a screw to seal the hole I drilled. The eBay seller wrote that covering the hole with scotch tape is good enough, and which is what I used. I'm wondering whether this is a good method.
B. Ink leaking from ink tank is normal and expected.
When I refilled the ink tank, I found the ink leaked out easily. It seems the ink would also leak in the printer too.
People said the leaked ink ends in a ink reservoir in the printer, and once the reservoir full, the ink will be flow outside the reservoir. Is there a way I can open up the printer and take a look at the ink reservoir?