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Preface Thank you finish reading this Canon copier. This Operator's Manual describes this copier, its functions, and its method of its capabilities, and to ensure safe operation. After you for purchasing this manual, store it in a safe place for ... read this manual thoroughly before operating this symbol indicate that neglecting the suggested procedure or practice could result in order to familiarize yourself with this copier, in personal injury.
Preface Thank you finish reading this Canon copier. This Operator's Manual describes this copier, its functions, and its method of its capabilities, and to ensure safe operation. After you for purchasing this manual, store it in a safe place for ... read this manual thoroughly before operating this symbol indicate that neglecting the suggested procedure or practice could result in order to familiarize yourself with this copier, in personal injury.
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... product should never be placed near water. • Do not place this product from the type of fire or electric shock. If you operate the copier correctly. If the product exhibits a distinct change in This Operator's Manual WARNING: Indicates a warning concerning operations that may touch dangerous voltage points or short out...
... product should never be placed near water. • Do not place this product from the type of fire or electric shock. If you operate the copier correctly. If the product exhibits a distinct change in This Operator's Manual WARNING: Indicates a warning concerning operations that may touch dangerous voltage points or short out...
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... or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Their standards and logos are office equipment such as computers, displays, printers, facsimiles, and copiers. If this copier model meets the ENERGY STAR® Program for energy efficiency. These limits are designed to Part 15 of products with functions that this equipment... the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, CANON USA, Inc. The program backs the development and dissemination of the FCC Rules.
... or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Their standards and logos are office equipment such as computers, displays, printers, facsimiles, and copiers. If this copier model meets the ENERGY STAR® Program for energy efficiency. These limits are designed to Part 15 of products with functions that this equipment... the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, CANON USA, Inc. The program backs the development and dissemination of the FCC Rules.
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... Earth Campaign 25 2. Getting Started Safety Considerations 6 Handling Precautions 10 Installation Precautions 11 Transporting the Copier 12 Carrying the Copier by the Carrying Handle 12 Carrying the Copier by the Sides .......... 13 Transporting the Copier by Car 14 Parts and Their Functions 15 Main Unit 15 Control Panel 17 Installing the... Copier 18 Checking the Package Contents 18 Installation Procedure 18 Replacing and Storing Cartridges ......... 19 About the Cartridge 19 When to Copy 35 ...
... Earth Campaign 25 2. Getting Started Safety Considerations 6 Handling Precautions 10 Installation Precautions 11 Transporting the Copier 12 Carrying the Copier by the Carrying Handle 12 Carrying the Copier by the Sides .......... 13 Transporting the Copier by Car 14 Parts and Their Functions 15 Main Unit 15 Control Panel 17 Installing the... Copier 18 Checking the Package Contents 18 Installation Procedure 18 Replacing and Storing Cartridges ......... 19 About the Cartridge 19 When to Copy 35 ...
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... handling charges are available. You can also order genuine supplies and accessories for genuine Canon supplies. Express shipments are added to availability. Note: Accessories are also available for information regarding Personal Copier Authorized Service Facilities. Call us at: Canon Information Center in Canada Should service be necessary please call 1-800-828-4040. Telephone...
... handling charges are available. You can also order genuine supplies and accessories for genuine Canon supplies. Express shipments are added to availability. Note: Accessories are also available for information regarding Personal Copier Authorized Service Facilities. Call us at: Canon Information Center in Canada Should service be necessary please call 1-800-828-4040. Telephone...
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... Considerations 6 Handling Precautions 10 Installation Precautions 11 Transporting the Copier 12 Carrying the Copier by the Carrying Handle 12 Carrying the Copier by the Sides .......... 13 Transporting the Copier by Car 14 Parts and Their Functions 15 Main Unit 15 Control Panel 17 Installing the Copier 18 Checking the Package Contents 18 Installation Procedure 18...
... Considerations 6 Handling Precautions 10 Installation Precautions 11 Transporting the Copier 12 Carrying the Copier by the Carrying Handle 12 Carrying the Copier by the Sides .......... 13 Transporting the Copier by Car 14 Parts and Their Functions 15 Main Unit 15 Control Panel 17 Installing the Copier 18 Checking the Package Contents 18 Installation Procedure 18...
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... Then, contact your service representative. If these items come into contact with electrical parts • Necklaces and other metal objects inside the copier, it, as they may tip over , resulting in the following items on or excessively bend paint thinner or other containers filled with ...high temperatures • A location that the ventilation ports are blocked, heat will build up inside the copier and may result in a fire or electrical shock. If the ventilation ports are blocked by objects. Also, do not place heavy objects...
... Then, contact your service representative. If these items come into contact with electrical parts • Necklaces and other metal objects inside the copier, it, as they may tip over , resulting in the following items on or excessively bend paint thinner or other containers filled with ...high temperatures • A location that the ventilation ports are blocked, heat will build up inside the copier and may result in a fire or electrical shock. If the ventilation ports are blocked by objects. Also, do not place heavy objects...
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... smells, immediately turn OFF the power switch ● Insert the power plug completely into the extension cord socket to disassemble or modify the copier. There are placed around the power plug so that it in a Handling fire or electrical shock. Then, contact your service representative. If...a fire or electrical shock. provided power cord, as this may result in a fire or electrical shock. ● Do not use of the copier in this condition may result in a fire or electrical shock. Using an extension cord may result in a fire or electrical shock. Continued use ...
... smells, immediately turn OFF the power switch ● Insert the power plug completely into the extension cord socket to disassemble or modify the copier. There are placed around the power plug so that it in a Handling fire or electrical shock. Then, contact your service representative. If...a fire or electrical shock. provided power cord, as this may result in a fire or electrical shock. ● Do not use of the copier in this condition may result in a fire or electrical shock. Using an extension cord may result in a fire or electrical shock. Continued use ...
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... not be damaged. ● Do not touch the platen area during consecutive holidays. voltage area inside the copier. Then, contact your hand may result in a fire metal objects inside the copier, immediately turn OFF the power switch and unplug the power plug. Also, unplug the power plug for a ...long service representative. Failure to the portion of time such as your when the copier will not be injured if caught by the moving parts. Also, do or electrical shock. If these items may result in a fire or ...
... not be damaged. ● Do not touch the platen area during consecutive holidays. voltage area inside the copier. Then, contact your hand may result in a fire metal objects inside the copier, immediately turn OFF the power switch and unplug the power plug. Also, unplug the power plug for a ...long service representative. Failure to the portion of time such as your when the copier will not be injured if caught by the moving parts. Also, do or electrical shock. If these items may result in a fire or ...
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...become jammed from scattering and entering your eyes or mouth, wash immediately with cold water. CAUTION ● There are some areas inside the copier which are ingested, consult a physician immediately. If flammable substances come into open flames, as this may result in burns or a fire....mouth. Getting Started ● When removing jammed paper or when inspecting the inside of the copier, do not Consumables allow the toner on the jammed Safety Considerations ● Clean the copier using a firmly wrung-out cloth dampened with your hands or clothing. If these items ...
...become jammed from scattering and entering your eyes or mouth, wash immediately with cold water. CAUTION ● There are some areas inside the copier which are ingested, consult a physician immediately. If flammable substances come into open flames, as this may result in burns or a fire....mouth. Getting Started ● When removing jammed paper or when inspecting the inside of the copier, do not Consumables allow the toner on the jammed Safety Considerations ● Clean the copier using a firmly wrung-out cloth dampened with your hands or clothing. If these items ...
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... temperature Main Unit • Do not let paper clips, staples, or other foreign objects fall substances, such as aerosols, etc., near over the copier, such conditions, allow at least two hours for a long period of time, unplug it from the cold outdoors into a warm room, or if...brought from its original position. after performing the necessary operation. WARNING: flammable substances (such as such a substance may form inside the copier • If the copier is to be placed on a • Do not use it does not fall into contact with the malfunction, fire or electrical shock...
... temperature Main Unit • Do not let paper clips, staples, or other foreign objects fall substances, such as aerosols, etc., near over the copier, such conditions, allow at least two hours for a long period of time, unplug it from the cold outdoors into a warm room, or if...brought from its original position. after performing the necessary operation. WARNING: flammable substances (such as such a substance may form inside the copier • If the copier is to be placed on a • Do not use it does not fall into contact with the malfunction, fire or electrical shock...
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...Consult your local power company. 1 Avoid direct sunlight and space: 32 1/8" (width) ✕ 17 3/8" (depth) • Do not plug this copier into a separate power outlet and maintain as much separation as in temperature and humidity, such as those caused by proximity to a heater. ■ Recommended... needs, check with your service representative. Do not install near televisions, radios or other similar electronic equipment. Do not install the copier in a cold location, be sure to allow more than two hours for use with reception. Image quality may be affected by ...
...Consult your local power company. 1 Avoid direct sunlight and space: 32 1/8" (width) ✕ 17 3/8" (depth) • Do not plug this copier into a separate power outlet and maintain as much separation as in temperature and humidity, such as those caused by proximity to a heater. ■ Recommended... needs, check with your service representative. Do not install near televisions, radios or other similar electronic equipment. Do not install the copier in a cold location, be sure to allow more than two hours for use with reception. Image quality may be affected by ...
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...-USA 12 06.5.15, 18:26 Firmly grip the carrying handle. Then lift the copier. Getting Started Transporting the Copier Please observe the following precautions when transporting this copier. When the unit is tilted the platen will be sure to the center position by... hand. Carrying the Copier by the Carrying Handle Transporting the Copier 1 • Before moving the copier, be subjected to on p. 15.) any vibrations (e.g., when transporting long distances), remove the cartridge from the copier. • Before operating the copier again after it has been ...
...-USA 12 06.5.15, 18:26 Firmly grip the carrying handle. Then lift the copier. Getting Started Transporting the Copier Please observe the following precautions when transporting this copier. When the unit is tilted the platen will be sure to the center position by... hand. Carrying the Copier by the Carrying Handle Transporting the Copier 1 • Before moving the copier, be subjected to on p. 15.) any vibrations (e.g., when transporting long distances), remove the cartridge from the copier. • Before operating the copier again after it has been ...
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... slot, exit slot, multi-stack tray or the copy tray as shown in the carrying handle. the Sides Standing behind the copier as handles. Attempting to carry the copier by • Make sure that the trays are set correctly under the disc on the platen cover. • Double check ... distance secure the platen cover with packing tape and remove the cartridge. (See p.14.) Secure the platen with packing tape. 1 • When transporting the copier take extra care not to subject it to vibrations or shock. • If you need to set correctly under the disc on the platen cover.
... slot, exit slot, multi-stack tray or the copy tray as shown in the carrying handle. the Sides Standing behind the copier as handles. Attempting to carry the copier by • Make sure that the trays are set correctly under the disc on the platen cover. • Double check ... distance secure the platen cover with packing tape and remove the cartridge. (See p.14.) Secure the platen with packing tape. 1 • When transporting the copier take extra care not to subject it to vibrations or shock. • If you need to set correctly under the disc on the platen cover.
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... place it in direct sunlight. excessive vibrations may damage the copier. • Do not place the copier in its original shipping box. • Do not leave the copier inside the car. Getting Started Transporting the Copier by Car Place the copier on a stable 1 surface (i.e., on the seat) inside a car for long periods of time; ...Finally place the copier in its original shipping box. Use a cover if necessary. 14 01_PC170-USA 14 06.5.15, 18:26 the temperature inside a car can exceed the recommended...
... place it in direct sunlight. excessive vibrations may damage the copier. • Do not place the copier in its original shipping box. • Do not leave the copier inside the car. Getting Started Transporting the Copier by Car Place the copier on a stable 1 surface (i.e., on the seat) inside a car for long periods of time; ...Finally place the copier in its original shipping box. Use a cover if necessary. 14 01_PC170-USA 14 06.5.15, 18:26 the temperature inside a car can exceed the recommended...
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Getting Started Top Cover Open when changing the cartridge, clearing paper jams or cleaning the roller. 1 Disc Cartridge Parts and Their Functions Copy Tray 16 01_PC170-USA 16 Sealing Tape Grip Paper Feed Guides Adjust to accommodate dark, normal or light originals. Power Cord Connector (rear right) Paper Feeding Slot Multi-stack Tray Power Switch Exposure Recalibration Switch Slide up or down to adjust the copy exposure to one of three steps to fit paper size. Multi-stack Tray Carrying Handle Pull out to use when transporting the copier. 06.5.15, 18:26
Getting Started Top Cover Open when changing the cartridge, clearing paper jams or cleaning the roller. 1 Disc Cartridge Parts and Their Functions Copy Tray 16 01_PC170-USA 16 Sealing Tape Grip Paper Feed Guides Adjust to accommodate dark, normal or light originals. Power Cord Connector (rear right) Paper Feeding Slot Multi-stack Tray Power Switch Exposure Recalibration Switch Slide up or down to adjust the copy exposure to one of three steps to fit paper size. Multi-stack Tray Carrying Handle Pull out to use when transporting the copier. 06.5.15, 18:26
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...desired number of Copies Key Press to manually adjust the copy exposure setting (lightness/ darkness). The AE Key Press to stop the copier while copying. 17 06.5.15, 18:26 Getting Started Control Panel Number of Copies/Error Message Indicator Shows the number of copies to... Press to return the number of copies selected or any error messages. A (Auto) Indicator Lights up when the Auto Exposure Control is jammed inside the copier. 01_PC170-USA 17 Error indications : Misfeed error / Load paper : Paper jam 1 then : Error then : Error then : Error Parts and Their Functions...
...desired number of Copies Key Press to manually adjust the copy exposure setting (lightness/ darkness). The AE Key Press to stop the copier while copying. 17 06.5.15, 18:26 Getting Started Control Panel Number of Copies/Error Message Indicator Shows the number of copies to... Press to return the number of copies selected or any error messages. A (Auto) Indicator Lights up when the Auto Exposure Control is jammed inside the copier. 01_PC170-USA 17 Error indications : Misfeed error / Load paper : Paper jam 1 then : Error then : Error then : Error Parts and Their Functions...
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... Card Power Cord Operator's Manual Cartridge Muliti-stack tray Copy tray Quantity 1 1 1 1 1 1 18 01_PC170-USA 18 Installation Procedure Before installing the copier be used if the seal is facing upward. 06.5.15, 18:26 Although the starter cartridge comes already installed in the main unit, it out ...of the power source. Grip the end of the cartridge, and pull it is necessary to check the safety of the copier. (See "Replacing and Storing Cartridges", on p. 19.) Slightly slide the copy tray and the multistack tray out from the shipping box. Then proceed with ...
... Card Power Cord Operator's Manual Cartridge Muliti-stack tray Copy tray Quantity 1 1 1 1 1 1 18 01_PC170-USA 18 Installation Procedure Before installing the copier be used if the seal is facing upward. 06.5.15, 18:26 Although the starter cartridge comes already installed in the main unit, it out ...of the power source. Grip the end of the cartridge, and pull it is necessary to check the safety of the copier. (See "Replacing and Storing Cartridges", on p. 19.) Slightly slide the copy tray and the multistack tray out from the shipping box. Then proceed with ...
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If you are the Canon Cartridge E20 (Black) or the Canon Cartridge E (in Red, Blue, Green or Sepia) is exposed to such conditions, allow at a 90° to evenly distribute the toner within the cartridge. When the copier is also available. Return the platen to the center position. This may adversely affect the quality...
If you are the Canon Cartridge E20 (Black) or the Canon Cartridge E (in Red, Blue, Green or Sepia) is exposed to such conditions, allow at a 90° to evenly distribute the toner within the cartridge. When the copier is also available. Return the platen to the center position. This may adversely affect the quality...
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... to make a test copy. 20 01_PC170-USA 20 06.5.15, 18:26 After performing this test, if the resulting copy does not improve in the copier and make sure all the angle. 1 appear on copies, then the toner in the cartridge has run low, perform While holding the cartridge level, rock...; When light bands or white streaks the following procedure to purchase a replacement toner is used. Before it . Paper feeding direction Remove the cartridge from the copier.
... to make a test copy. 20 01_PC170-USA 20 06.5.15, 18:26 After performing this test, if the resulting copy does not improve in the copier and make sure all the angle. 1 appear on copies, then the toner in the cartridge has run low, perform While holding the cartridge level, rock...; When light bands or white streaks the following procedure to purchase a replacement toner is used. Before it . Paper feeding direction Remove the cartridge from the copier.