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How to Fix Canon Printer 5100 Error?

by HP Support Number HP Technical Support
Canon printer is one of the latest printing devices, which is mainly used for various printing purposes. This printing device has so many amazing and unique features, so it is now in the big demand among users. While using it, you can face Canon Printer 5100 error code, then your device will not work suitably. You must understand the reasons for Error 5100 and what instructions you must take to fix the errors given below:-

Error message:- The LED light blinks two times and displays: “Error 5100 as error happened in the carriage encoder signal.” You should follow troubleshooting tips and tricks and get technical solutions and how to reset Canon error code 5100.  The first factor that you must do with a printer error of any kind is a try to reset the Canon MP printer.  Irregularly an error code is a difficulty of a crossed signal between the Canon inkjet printer and computer system. Rebooting the Canon Pixma printer might resolve the issue with no more worry.

Clean up debris from main carriage head to remove error 5100:-
You need to open the Canon Printer and look thoroughly for any debris like slight pieces of paper or dirt lodged inside.  If such type of debris is found, eliminate it and plug Canon Pixma back in and see if error code has cleared completely. If you are unable to do this, you can call at Canon Printer Support Number 1-800-462-5143 to get immediate help from experts within few minutes.

Lubricate purge cap:-
If your printing device has extra dust, you can use a damp lint-free paper towel to clean softly the machine in the right ways. Once your printing machine is cleaned fully, plug it back in and see instantly if error code 5100 has cleared. If clearing and cleaning the printing machine does not give accurate results, you may lubricate purge cap. The purge cap is the descending mechanism that the printer head parks into when this is not in use.  To lubricate it, you will need to eliminate the right panel from the printing machine. Once the panel is eliminated fully and rubs a little white grease along with the sliders while taking care not to get any grease on the tinny wipers or the black caps. Once it is done, you need to replace the panel and plug the machine back in and see carefully if error 5100 has cleared. Still, if you are stuck in this error, you can take help from printer experts through Canon Printer Customer Support number 1-800-462-5143 instantly.


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