Scanning with the Canon mp620 with error code U163

Question

I have a Canon Pixma MP620 with an empty black ink cartridge. This particular printer is an "all-in-one" and can scan documents. However, every time I turn the printer on, the LCD shows the following error message:

U163 The following ink has run out. Replace the ink tank. [image of ink cartridge with "bk" written at the top]

I can't afford a new cartridge right now, but I would still like to use the built-in scanner. However, I can't get rid of the "U163" error message. Therefore, I cannot use the printer user interface to actually scan a document.

How do I bypass this error message & use the scanner? I've pressed each button on the printer to no avail.

Answer 1

Actually, I think I've found a solution! Fat-finger both the "STOP and "BACK" buttons at the same time. This seems to kick you out to the main menu.

Sorry for prematurely asking a question!

Answer 2

Hold down the stop button for 5 seconds.