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... the suggested procedure or practice could result in personal injury. CAUTION: In this manual, CAUTION MESSAGES with its many functions. This Operator's Manual describes this copier, its functions, and its method of its capabilities, and to make the most of use. After you for future reference. Please read this manual thoroughly...
... the suggested procedure or practice could result in personal injury. CAUTION: In this manual, CAUTION MESSAGES with its many functions. This Operator's Manual describes this copier, its functions, and its method of its capabilities, and to make the most of use. After you for future reference. Please read this manual thoroughly...
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... your dealer or local power company. • This product is imperative to pay attention to use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. If you operate the copier correctly. Also, make sure that the total of these instructions. • Save these openings must not be operated from the type of the product and...
... your dealer or local power company. • This product is imperative to pay attention to use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. If you operate the copier correctly. Also, make sure that the total of these instructions. • Save these openings must not be operated from the type of the product and...
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... system in which the receiver is no guarantee that interference will not occur in the manual. As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, CANON USA, Inc. has determined that promotes energy saving through the use of the FCC Rules. The targeted products are uniform among participating ... international program that this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be required to radio communications. If this copier model meets the ENERGY STAR® Program for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of computers and other office equipment....
... system in which the receiver is no guarantee that interference will not occur in the manual. As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, CANON USA, Inc. has determined that promotes energy saving through the use of the FCC Rules. The targeted products are uniform among participating ... international program that this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be required to radio communications. If this copier model meets the ENERGY STAR® Program for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of computers and other office equipment....
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...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... / White Streaks Appear on Copies 50 If Dark Bands / Black Streaks Appear on Copies 50 4. Appendix Cleaning the Copier 54 Routine Cleaning 55 Specifications 56 Index 57 01_PC170-USA 3 3 06.5.15, 18:26 Table of Contents Telephone Assistance / Supplies & Accessories 4...
...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... / White Streaks Appear on Copies 50 If Dark Bands / Black Streaks Appear on Copies 50 4. Appendix Cleaning the Copier 54 Routine Cleaning 55 Specifications 56 Index 57 01_PC170-USA 3 3 06.5.15, 18:26 Table of Contents Telephone Assistance / Supplies & Accessories 4...
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Telephone Assistance (USA) If you need help with set-up, service or operation, call the following number 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. Local sales tax, shipping and handling charges are added to availability...
Telephone Assistance (USA) If you need help with set-up, service or operation, call the following number 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. Local sales tax, shipping and handling charges are added to availability...
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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 this could cause electrical damage substances. If the ventilation ports are blocked by objects. If these items are subject to...place the following locations. • A damp or dusty location • A location which is subject to open flames ● Do not plug the copier into a multi-plug power strip, as this may cause fire or electrical shock. 6 01_PC170-USA 6 06.5.15, 18:26 Getting Started Safety ...
...Then, contact your service representative. If these items come into contact with electrical parts • Necklaces and other metal objects inside the copier, it, as this could cause electrical damage substances. If the ventilation ports are blocked by objects. If these items are subject to...place the following locations. • A damp or dusty location • A location which is subject to open flames ● Do not plug the copier into a multi-plug power strip, as this may cause fire or electrical shock. 6 01_PC170-USA 6 06.5.15, 18:26 Getting Started Safety ...
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... connection between the power and extension cords. 7 01_PC170-USA 7 06.5.15, 18:26 If objects are high temperature and high voltage components inside the copier which may result in a fire or electrical shock. 1 Safety Considerations an electricity leak and result in a fire or electrical shock. ● If the... it can be used, however, untie the cord binding and insert the power plug completely into the extension cord socket to disassemble or modify the copier. If an extension cord must be unplugged easily. Getting Started ● Do not bundle up or tie the power cord in a knot, as...
... connection between the power and extension cords. 7 01_PC170-USA 7 06.5.15, 18:26 If objects are high temperature and high voltage components inside the copier which may result in a fire or electrical shock. 1 Safety Considerations an electricity leak and result in a fire or electrical shock. ● If the... it can be used, however, untie the cord binding and insert the power plug completely into the extension cord socket to disassemble or modify the copier. If an extension cord must be unplugged easily. Getting Started ● Do not bundle up or tie the power cord in a knot, as...
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...and unplug the power plug. Then, contact your hand may be injured if caught by the moving parts. WARNING ● When cleaning the copier, first turn OFF the power switch and unplug the power plug ● Turn OFF the power switch for a long service representative. Safety ...platen area during consecutive holidays. not spill water, liquids or flammable substances (alcohol, benzene, paint 1 thinner, etc.) inside the copier, this is caught in the copier, it may result in a fire or electrical shock. If these items may be used for safety from these items come into ...
...and unplug the power plug. Then, contact your hand may be injured if caught by the moving parts. WARNING ● When cleaning the copier, first turn OFF the power switch and unplug the power plug ● Turn OFF the power switch for a long service representative. Safety ...platen area during consecutive holidays. not spill water, liquids or flammable substances (alcohol, benzene, paint 1 thinner, etc.) inside the copier, this is caught in the copier, it may result in a fire or electrical shock. If these items may be used for safety from these items come into ...
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...open flames, as this may result in burns or electrical shock. Getting Started ● When removing jammed paper or when inspecting the inside of the copier, do not Consumables allow the toner on the edges of the original or copy paper. 9 01_PC170-USA 9 06.5.15, 18:26 If these ... result in burns or a fire. Washing with warm water will dirty your hands or clothing, as this may ignite the toner remaining inside the copier which has become dirty, wash them immediately with cold water and consult a physician. ● Do not store cartridges or copy paper in places ...
...open flames, as this may result in burns or electrical shock. Getting Started ● When removing jammed paper or when inspecting the inside of the copier, do not Consumables allow the toner on the edges of the original or copy paper. 9 01_PC170-USA 9 06.5.15, 18:26 If these ... result in burns or a fire. Washing with warm water will dirty your hands or clothing, as this may ignite the toner remaining inside the copier which has become dirty, wash them immediately with cold water and consult a physician. ● Do not store cartridges or copy paper in places ...
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...hours for Handling Precautions be operated for a long period of your service representative. Also be careful not to spill any liquids or the copier to cool down • Do not lubricate any extremely flammable flat, level surface so that can adversely affect the quality of time, ...unplug it . WARNING: flammable substances (such as aerosols, etc., near over the copier, such conditions, allow the copier to fully adjust to room temperature Main Unit • Do not let paper clips, staples, or other foreign objects fall into a...
...hours for Handling Precautions be operated for a long period of your service representative. Also be careful not to spill any liquids or the copier to cool down • Do not lubricate any extremely flammable flat, level surface so that can adversely affect the quality of time, ...unplug it . WARNING: flammable substances (such as aerosols, etc., near over the copier, such conditions, allow the copier to fully adjust to room temperature Main Unit • Do not let paper clips, staples, or other foreign objects fall into a...
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... concern, immediately press the power switch to sit on the back of 25% to 81°F Relative Humidity of the copier. Installation Precautions that you are unsure if your service representative. Do not install near televisions, radios or other similar electronic equipment. Plug ... Temperature of 59°C to 75% Avoid dusty locations or locations where ammonia gas is designed only for the copier to install the copier. Please installation space. • This copier is emitted. Image quality may be sure to allow full movement of the platen during copying. ■ The ...
... concern, immediately press the power switch to sit on the back of 25% to 81°F Relative Humidity of the copier. Installation Precautions that you are unsure if your service representative. Do not install near televisions, radios or other similar electronic equipment. Plug ... Temperature of 59°C to 75% Avoid dusty locations or locations where ammonia gas is designed only for the copier to install the copier. Please installation space. • This copier is emitted. Image quality may be sure to allow full movement of the platen during copying. ■ The ...
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... the trays up as shown in the • Before moving the copier, always turn the power OFF and unplug the copier from the copier. Slowly tilt the copier upward. Then lift the copier. When the unit is tilted the platen will 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 moved, slide the platen all the way to the right and then back to the center position...
... the trays up as shown in the • Before moving the copier, always turn the power OFF and unplug the copier from the copier. Slowly tilt the copier upward. Then lift the copier. When the unit is tilted the platen will 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 moved, slide the platen all the way to the right and then back to the center position...
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...the front and rear sides of these may cause it upright on a flat level surface with the carrying handle on top. Attempting to carry the copier by • Make sure that the trays are set correctly under the disc on the platen cover. • Double check to a horizontal position ... make sure the trays are set correctly under the disc on the platen cover. Getting Started REQUEST: Carrying the Copier by holding one of the copier and lift. • If transporting the copier over a long distance secure the platen cover with packing tape and remove the cartridge. (See p.14.) Secure ...
...the front and rear sides of these may cause it upright on a flat level surface with the carrying handle on top. Attempting to carry the copier by • Make sure that the trays are set correctly under the disc on the platen cover. • Double check to a horizontal position ... make sure the trays are set correctly under the disc on the platen cover. Getting Started REQUEST: Carrying the Copier by holding one of the copier and lift. • If transporting the copier over a long distance secure the platen cover with packing tape and remove the cartridge. (See p.14.) Secure ...
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..., 18:26 Then secure the platen with packing tape. Finally place the copier in its original shipping box. • Do not leave the copier inside a car for long periods of time; Transporting the Copier REQUEST: • Remove the cartridge from the copier and place it in its original shipping box. excessive vibrations may damage...
..., 18:26 Then secure the platen with packing tape. Finally place the copier in its original shipping box. • Do not leave the copier inside a car for long periods of time; Transporting the Copier REQUEST: • Remove the cartridge from the copier and place it in its original shipping box. excessive vibrations may damage...
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Multi-stack Tray Carrying Handle Pull out 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 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 fit paper size.
Multi-stack Tray Carrying Handle Pull out 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 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 fit paper size.
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Paper Jam Indicator Flashes when copy paper is selected. 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 AE A C Start... of copies. Clear/Stop Key Press to return the number of copies selected or any error messages. 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 one,...
Paper Jam Indicator Flashes when copy paper is selected. 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 AE A C Start... of copies. Clear/Stop Key Press to return the number of copies selected or any error messages. 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 one,...
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...Installation Precautions", on p. 11 and "Replacing and Storing Cartridges", on p. 19.) Hold the cartridge level so that the side with your copier. Although the starter cartridge comes already installed in the main unit, it out of the power source. Slide the platen to the...procedure. The cartridge cannot be sure to remove the sealing tape from the shipping box. Getting Started Installing the Copier Checking the Package Contents 1 Remove the copier and the accessories from the cartridge before use. Then proceed with the following checklist to make sure you have received...
...Installation Precautions", on p. 11 and "Replacing and Storing Cartridges", on p. 19.) Hold the cartridge level so that the side with your copier. Although the starter cartridge comes already installed in the main unit, it out of the power source. Slide the platen to the...procedure. The cartridge cannot be sure to remove the sealing tape from the shipping box. Getting Started Installing the Copier Checking the Package Contents 1 Remove the copier and the accessories from the cartridge before use. Then proceed with the following checklist to make sure you have received...
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...down firmly on the back of the copier should be rapidly heated, condensation will form inside the copier. Replacing and Storing Cartridges Plug the power cord into the copier. • If the copier is also available. Return the platen to the center position. copier are unsure of the copy images ...cold place to a warm one, or if the location of the copier. If you are the Canon Cartridge E20 (Black) or the Canon Cartridge E (in Red, Blue, Green or Sepia) is brought in this WARNING: • This copier is only designed for use with your local power company. This ...
...down firmly on the back of the copier should be rapidly heated, condensation will form inside the copier. Replacing and Storing Cartridges Plug the power cord into the copier. • If the copier is also available. Return the platen to the center position. copier are unsure of the copy images ...cold place to a warm one, or if the location of the copier. If you are the Canon Cartridge E20 (Black) or the Canon Cartridge E (in Red, Blue, Green or Sepia) is brought in this WARNING: • This copier is only designed for use with your local power company. This ...
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When your cartridge before replacing it. cartridge. Paper feeding direction Remove the cartridge from the copier. After performing this test, if the resulting copy does not improve in the cartridge has run low, perform While holding the cartridge level, rock it ... streaks the following procedure to make a test copy. 20 01_PC170-USA 20 06.5.15, 18:26 Replacing and Storing Cartridges Reinstall the cartridge in the copier and make sure all the angle. 1 appear on copies, then the toner in quality then replace the cartridge with a new one. Getting Started When to...
When your cartridge before replacing it. cartridge. Paper feeding direction Remove the cartridge from the copier. After performing this test, if the resulting copy does not improve in the cartridge has run low, perform While holding the cartridge level, rock it ... streaks the following procedure to make a test copy. 20 01_PC170-USA 20 06.5.15, 18:26 Replacing and Storing Cartridges Reinstall the cartridge in the copier and make sure all the angle. 1 appear on copies, then the toner in quality then replace the cartridge with a new one. Getting Started When to...