Abstract: A system overrides a low material mode in a facsimile environment. A transmitter initiates a transmission and transmits a job of image data. A receiver establishes the transmission and receives the job of image data. The receiver determines an amount of marking material available and produces a low material signal indicating a low marker material status when the amount of marking material is below a predetermined value. The receiver transmits a low marking material signal to the transmitter, and the transmitter, in response to the low marking material signal, transmits information relating to an amount of marking material for the job of image data. The receiver enables the rendering of the job of image data when it is determined that the amount of marking material for the job of image data is less than the amount of marking material available.

Abstract: A cap actuating assembly for an ink supply cartridge of a printer includes a pivoting member adapted for rotation about a pin between first and second positions. An actuating arm extends from the pivoting member and is operatively engaged by a printhead to begin the rotation and advancement of the cap into a sealed position. The entire cap actuating assembly is also slidably received on a support rail for limited movement between first and second stop members. Biasing members assist in removing the cap assembly from its sealed engagement and preparing the cap actuating assembly for sealing the printhead during the next storage operation.