Printing Error... when trying to print a document, error code U052 appears on the printer? It's not allowing me to do any other function on the printer...also the alarm button is on...help???

Hi,

the approximate meaning is that the software in your printer has attempted to perform an unexpected operation. So, if you're attempting to use a certain function on your printer, please restart and try once more. Otherwise, you might need to consult the printer manual to help troubleshoot the code.

Thank you.

The error U051 / U052 indicates that a communication issue with the print head. This can be caused either by the print head not being installed or print head not working properly. The issue U051/U052 canon printer can be fixed easily.



·Reset the print head

·Restart the printer

·Check ink cartridge



Read continue the steps to fix the U051/U052 error code in canon printer.

Well known issue and easy fix

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This is a common Canon error (been going on for years)
see
http://community.usa.canon.com/t5/Printer-Multifunction-Support/Call-to-Arms-for-the-dreaded-U052-Wrong-Printhead-Error/td-p/65759

You can try removing all inks. Switch off and unplug from the wall.
Wait
Reinstall inks and switch on
(you may need to switch on first to align the print head) Switching off at the wall while the printheads are in view will leave them accessible.

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A lot of Canon printer's users come across with the error message, "U052 This type of print head is incorrect." It is a very common error on Canon printers and is fairly easy to troubleshoot.

There are two different scenarios related to U052 kind of error message.One is where the print head is not installed at all and then it is giving the 'U052 This type of print head is incorrect' error message.

And, the second scenario is where the print head is installed nut it is not functioning properly or probably not working at all. The below section will show step by step troubleshooting of both the scenarios.

U052 This type of print head is incorrect

Solution 1:

• Remove and replace the cartridges.

Solution 2:

• Insert new cartridges

Solution 3:

• Reseat the print head to correct print issues or clear an error.

Solution 4:

• The print head is broken and it must be changed by a new one.

Source:
http://fix-your-printer.blogspot.com/2010/11/error-u052-on-canon-printers.html

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