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Canon MG3500 Alarm Lamp Flashes Twice: Meaning and Fix
On the Canon MG3500 series, two orange Alarm lamp flashes can mean the machine is out of paper, paper does not feed, or the paper size does not match the print settings.
On the Canon MG3500 series, two orange Alarm lamp flashes can mean the machine is out of paper, paper does not feed, or the paper size does not match the print settings.
What it means
Canon maps the number of Alarm lamp flashes to support codes. Two flashes are tied to paper feed or paper-size issues.
Device details
| Device type | Inkjet printer |
|---|---|
| Brand | Canon |
| Model | MG3500 Series |
| Light name | Alarm lamp |
| Light location | Printer control panel |
| Color | Orange |
| Pattern | Two flashes |
| Severity | warning |
| Last verified | 2026-05-02 |
What to do first
Reload the correct paper, check the paper size settings, and retry the print job.
- Cancel the current print job if it is stuck.
- Load paper neatly into the correct tray.
- Make sure the paper guides are snug but not too tight.
- Check that the paper size in the print settings matches the loaded paper.
- Press the printer button instructed by Canon to resume or retry.
- If paper still does not feed, check for jammed scraps or roller issues.
When this can be normal
This is not a normal ready state. It is a paper or settings warning.
When to stop troubleshooting
Stop if paper is stuck inside and cannot be removed safely, or if the same flash code returns after checking paper and settings.
Parts or products that may help
Only replace parts when the light pattern and official guidance support it. Some lights indicate setup or software states, not broken hardware.
- Correct printer paper: Wrong, curled, damp, or poorly loaded paper can cause feed problems.
FAQ
What does two orange flashes mean on the Canon MG3500?
Canon lists two Alarm lamp flashes for paper feed or paper-size mismatch support codes.
Should I replace ink for two flashes?
No. Two flashes are about paper or paper-size settings, not ink.
What should I check first?
Check paper loading and make sure the print settings match the paper size.
This guide is based on: Canon MG3500 Series Manual - If an Error Occurs.
Source type: official_manual. Confidence: verified. Last verified: 2026-05-02.
Canon flash counts are model-specific. Do not assume this applies to every PIXMA model.