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Posted on Jan 12, 2008

Error code 5010

When i attempt to make a copy the printer will make the copy. But when it has completed this i get an error code 5010 on the LCD. When i want to make another copy i have to turn the computer off and then turn it back on. When i do this the printer will make the copy. But again after it's done, i again get the error code 5010. And this keeps recurring.

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  • Anonymous Jan 15, 2008

    Same problem. User's manuel doesn't address #5010. Canontechsupport.com no help.

    Damned annoying.

  • destobob Apr 08, 2008

    When i attempt to make a copy the printer will make the copy. But when it has completed this i get an error code 5010 on the LCD. When i want to make another copy i have to turn the computer off and then turn it back on. When i do this the printer will make the copy. But again after it's done, i again get the error code 5010. And this keeps recurring.

  • Anonymous Aug 13, 2008

    This is the first time it has happened, but when I did a scan on my MP830, it scanned it, saved it to the computer, then it gave me error code 5010 on the LCD.

  • Anonymous Aug 28, 2008

    error code 5010

  • ukandoit2 Aug 30, 2008

    Same problem error code 5010 after a document scan, printer almost useless now.

  • helenlund Oct 10, 2008

    Yes - happening all the time. Have to turn on/off and becoming a real pain.

  • jayeerth Feb 02, 2009

    I have had the same problem as well. I opened the printer up and took a look at the inside. If you can not resolve these errors with the above tricks, it is time for a new multifunction printer. All and all I can not complain. I have had my Canon printer for 2 years 8 months and today was the day that it died. I looked back and I paid back in 2006 about ~$280. Which if you think about how long it lasted me and the amount of scanning and printing that I got out of it, not bad at all. Just time for a new one. Maybe I will try the Canon Pixma MX850. Reviews so far are pretty good. 

  • Anonymous Apr 17, 2009

    Error 5010, scanning is stopped!



    restart the printer & move the scan switch several times and it work again!!!

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I got the error code 5010 today (scanner lock switch). I called Canon. The printer's electrical circuitry (brain) needs to be refreshed. This is similar to wireless routers and other devices. They directed me as follows: 1. power OFF the printer 2. Unplug the printer's power cord from the electrical source. 3. Wait AT LEAST 1 minute - no less than 1 minute. 4. After 1 minute, plug-in the printer to the electrical source. Turn on the printer - wait for it to warm up as usual and it should be ok. Mine worked perfectly after the above steps. - Hope this helps.

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I was having the same problem but now it is solved.
The same trick worked for me, you need to move the switch that you can see after you open the scanner cover on the left side on the UNLOCK position!!!

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This error code can indicate that the scanner is locked--or that the machine "thinks" it's locked, because the carriage is not moving as freely as it should. (The scan lock switch is purely mechanical, so moving it back and forth will do nothing.) After unplugging it, take the machine apart enough to remove the glass platen. (If you can't figure out intuitively how to unscrew and unsnap each part to accomplish this, have a more mechanically-inclined friend do this for you.) With the platen removed, lightly lubricate the rails upon which the carriage rides, as well as the gears, using a silicone spray. Move the carriage back and forth manually several times to spread the silicone. Reassemble and you're back in business.

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If you are getting this it relates to the scanner. if the lock is on, release it and problem solved. if the lock is off however then you might be up for a new scanner unit, in which case, time for a new printer cause repairs would be more than a new one! i know, cause i fix these pieces of ****!

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Same problem. User's manual doesn't list Error Code 5010. Canontechsupport.com no help. Damned annoying.

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We had the same problem. The machine told us to unlock the scanner lock. Try that. It worked for us.

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**** on the ink nozzle. Worked for me

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I can not fax, copy or do anything with the machine. Code 5010 pops up and sends a error message.

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I get the same problem however I cannot print whatsoever.  My printer is now useless.  No help from Canon.

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Solution: Press ON/OFF switch to reset the multifunction device

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"Issue: ERROR LCD: Error Code 5010
Solution: Press ON/OFF switch to reset the multifunction device

Reset the device when it is not functioning properly.
If the device is not functioning properly or to clear memory, reset it.

1. On the operator panel, press and hold the button for one second. (The display will go blank.)

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2. Wait approximately ten seconds and then press the button again.

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To confirm if this is due to corrupt data, try clearing the memory by resetting it.

1. On the operator panel, press and hold the <ON/OFF> button for one second. (The display will go blank.)

Note: It may be necessary to unplug the power cord if pressing the ON/OFF button does not shut off the printer.

2. Wait approximately ten seconds and then press the <ON/OFF> button again. (or plug back in)

3. Wait until the device has completed its cycling process before submitting another job request.

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Solution: Press ON/OFF switch to reset the multifunction device

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If the device is not functioning properly or to clear memory, reset it.

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3. Wait until the device has completed its cycling process before submitting another job request."

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