Canon TS3522 how to replace a FINE cartridge
When the LCD shows an ink error code such as E04, E05, E15 or E16, or a cartridge needs replacing.
Steps
- Check that the printer is turned on.
- Retract the paper output tray and the output tray extension, then open the cover. The FINE cartridge holder moves to the replacement position.
Do not hold the FINE cartridge holder to stop or move it forcibly. Do not touch the FINE cartridge holder until it stops completely.
Marked CAUTION by the manufacturer Source: Handling Paper, Originals, FINE Cartridges, etc.: Replacing a FINE Cartridge, p. 64
- Push down the ink cartridge lock lever of the empty FINE cartridge until it clicks, then remove the cartridge.
Do not touch the electrical contacts or print head nozzle on a FINE cartridge. The printer may not print properly if you touch them.
Signal word assigned by Model Handbook Source: Handling Paper, Originals, FINE Cartridges, etc.: Replacing a FINE Cartridge, p. 66
- Take a new FINE cartridge out of its package and gently remove the protective tape.
- Insert the new cartridge straight into the holder until it touches the back. Install the color cartridge in the left slot and the black cartridge in the right slot.
- Push the ink cartridge lock lever up until it clicks.
- Close the cover. If an error code appears on the LCD, take the action listed for it.
- Align the print head. See Align the print head.
If you remove a FINE cartridge, replace it immediately. Use a new cartridge: a used one may clog the nozzles and the printer cannot report when to replace it correctly.
Source: Handling Paper, Originals, FINE Cartridges, etc.: Replacing a FINE Cartridge Source: Handling Paper, Originals, FINE Cartridges, etc.: Replacing a FINE Cartridge, pp. 63-67
Used for
- E04: A FINE cartridge is not installed.
- E05: An ink cartridge cannot be recognized.
- E15: The FINE cartridge cannot be recognized.
- E16: The ink has run out.
- E21: The ink cartridge cannot be recognized.
Other TS3522 procedures
- How to print the nozzle check patternWhen printouts show missing lines or white streaks, to see whether the print head nozzles are clogged.
- How to clean the print headWhen the nozzle check pattern has missing lines or white streaks. Cleaning uses ink.
- How to align the print headAfter replacing a FINE cartridge, or when ruled lines print misaligned or print results are unsatisfactory.
- How to clear a paper jam at the output slot or rear trayWhen the LCD shows E03 with support code 1300, or you can see jammed paper at the paper output slot or the rear tray.
- How to clear a paper jam inside the printerWhen the jammed paper tears and you cannot remove it from the output slot or feed slot, or paper remains inside the printer.
Sources
- Online Manual, TS3500 series (PDF, macOS edition). Canon Inc. Document TS3500ser_OnlineManual_Mac_EN_V02, revision V02, 298 pages, en. gdlp01.c-wss.com (PDF). Listed on the manufacturer's support page. Retrieved 13 November 2026.
Page numbers are the numbers printed in the manual. Where this page and the manual differ, follow the manual.