Brother LC109, LC3013,LC101,LC107,LC201,LC103,L203,LC3017 Ink Cartridge Usage Tips
Original Cartridge: When Brother LC103, LC3013, LC3017, LC201 ink cartridge levels are low the status monitor will display an alert message, and the printer sound and display an error alert. When a cartridge reaches the empty state, the status monitor will display an alert message and the printer will sound with an error alert. At the same time, the computer will display an alert message informing you to change the cartridge – select ok to dismiss the message.
Refill Cartridge Usage:
- When the tank is refilled you will be prompted to click yes or no…
- Select Yes and the printer will continue normally, but without ink level monitoring (i.e. displayed ink levels will be shown as completely empty).
CAUTION: If you accidentally click No then the printer will think it’s out of ink and the message “does not have enough ink to maintain PQ” will be displayed. If this happens, remove the cartridge from the printer and start over. Ensure you select Yes when prompted.
Nuisance / Ink Status Messaging:
While you can print with the refilled Brother LC103, LC3017 ink cartridges, you will observe several nuisance messages while using the cartridges. If you would like to observe ink status levels and messages (via computer), you will need to:
– Perform a full Brother printer driver/software installation.
– Then to check ink levels, go to BROTHER utility menu, select tools > status monitor
NOTE 1: The ink monitor status will always show ink low on the screen of the printer. For example, if all cartridges have been refilled then the following shows on the printer’s LCD:
NOTE 2: Another method to view ink cartridge levels is to connect via the printer’s IP address/internet – refer to your printer’s user guide for WiFi connection instructions.
- Ink levels that show on the PC/Computer have to be activated and then can be seen on the web via IP address:
