Model light guide
Canon MG3620 Light Guide
Use this page to compare known light colors, blinking patterns, meanings, and fixes for the Canon MG3620.
Quick reminder: This is a model-specific guide. Do not use it for a different model unless the manufacturer says the light codes are shared.
Light status table
| Light | Color | Pattern | Meaning | What to do |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alarm lamp | Orange | Five flashes | On the Canon MG3620, five orange Alarm lamp flashes usually point to a cartridge recognition or cartridge installation problem. | Remove and reinstall the cartridge, then verify it is compatible with the MG3620. |
| Alarm lamp | Orange | Four flashes | On the Canon MG3620, four orange Alarm lamp flashes mean the cartridge is not installed properly. | Open the cartridge area and reseat the cartridge until it clicks into place. |
| Alarm lamp | Orange | Three flashes | On the Canon MG3620, three orange Alarm lamp flashes mean paper is jammed. | Clear jammed paper carefully, then press the Black or Color button. |
| Alarm lamp | Orange | Two flashes | On the Canon MG3620, two orange Alarm lamp flashes mean the machine is out of paper or paper is not feeding. | Reload paper correctly, then press the Black or Color button to continue. |
| ON lamp and Alarm lamp | White/green power with orange alarm | Flashing alternately | On the Canon MG3620, the ON lamp and Alarm lamp flashing alternately can mean an error requiring service may have occurred. | Turn the printer off, unplug it briefly, then contact Canon support if the alternating flash returns. |
Before replacing parts
Check the exact light name, color, and blinking pattern. Many devices use similar lights for very different states, such as setup mode, firmware updates, charging, connection attempts, paper jams, or failed pairing.
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