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Can you use a canon mp220 printer without ink?
Question : Can you use a canon mp220 printer without ink?
Can you? I have no ink and all I get is error 5100, By use without ink i mean scanning?
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Best answer:
Answer by micksmixxx
No, I’m afraid not.
With all modern multi-function/All-in-One devices you need ink to even be able to scan. Sorry, mate.
You need ink, even to scan.
Ink acts as and on / off switch. Without ink your printer is in the off position, all features are shut down.