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...how they may be disassembled/assembled and adjusted. CHAPTER 7, "Externals/Auxiliary Mechanisms," shows the copier's external parts, and explains the principles used from the FC220/PC420/PC430 for the copier's lens drive unit and scanner drive unit. CHAPTER 9, "Maintenance and Servicing," provides tables...circuit diagrams. COPYRIGHT © 1998 CANON INC. CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 REV.0 JAN.1998 PRINTED IN JAPAN (IMPRIME AU JAPON) i The FC200/PC400 differs from when copy paper is picked up Multifeeder AE FC220/PC420/PC430 Not available Available Available FC200/PC400 Available...
...how they may be disassembled/assembled and adjusted. CHAPTER 7, "Externals/Auxiliary Mechanisms," shows the copier's external parts, and explains the principles used from the FC220/PC420/PC430 for the copier's lens drive unit and scanner drive unit. CHAPTER 9, "Maintenance and Servicing," provides tables...circuit diagrams. COPYRIGHT © 1998 CANON INC. CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 REV.0 JAN.1998 PRINTED IN JAPAN (IMPRIME AU JAPON) i The FC200/PC400 differs from when copy paper is picked up Multifeeder AE FC220/PC420/PC430 Not available Available Available FC200/PC400 Available...
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... the Cartridge ...1-12 F. Cleaning 1-14 1. Copyboard Glass/Copyboard Cover 1-14 2. Lens Array 1-15 3. When Not Using the Copier for a Long Time 1-16 V. Main Motor Control Circuit ......2-5 1. Outputs from DC Controller (2/2 2-9 CHAPTER 3 EXPOSURE SYSTEM ... Drive Assembly...3-11 A. Outline 3-7 1. IMAGE FORMATION 1-17 A. Scanning System 3-10 3. Add Paper Indicator 1-11 E. Jam Indicator 1-11 D. Outline 3-1 Scanning Lamp (VR604) ........3-8 2. CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 REV.0 JAN.1998 PRINTED IN JAPAN (IMPRIME AU JAPON) iii External View 1-4 B....
... the Cartridge ...1-12 F. Cleaning 1-14 1. Copyboard Glass/Copyboard Cover 1-14 2. Lens Array 1-15 3. When Not Using the Copier for a Long Time 1-16 V. Main Motor Control Circuit ......2-5 1. Outputs from DC Controller (2/2 2-9 CHAPTER 3 EXPOSURE SYSTEM ... Drive Assembly...3-11 A. Outline 3-7 1. IMAGE FORMATION 1-17 A. Scanning System 3-10 3. Add Paper Indicator 1-11 E. Jam Indicator 1-11 D. Outline 3-1 Scanning Lamp (VR604) ........3-8 2. CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 REV.0 JAN.1998 PRINTED IN JAPAN (IMPRIME AU JAPON) iii External View 1-4 B....
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...Paper Indicator 1-11 E. Cleaning 1-14 H. NAMES OF PARTS 1-4 A. OPERATION 1-6 A. Replacing the Cartridge ........1-11 F. CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 REV.0 JAN.1998 PRINTED IN JAPAN (IMPRIME AU JAPON) 1 Control Panel 1-6 B. Jam Indicator 1-11 D. Changing the Density ...........1-14 G. Cross Section 1-5 IV. Outline 1-17 COPYRIGHT © 1998 CANON... INC. FEATURES 1-1 II. CHAPTER 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION This chapter outlines the machine's specifications and how it may be operated. IMAGE FORMATION 1-17 A. Making Copies 1-8 C. When Not Using the Copier ...
...Paper Indicator 1-11 E. Cleaning 1-14 H. NAMES OF PARTS 1-4 A. OPERATION 1-6 A. Replacing the Cartridge ........1-11 F. CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 REV.0 JAN.1998 PRINTED IN JAPAN (IMPRIME AU JAPON) 1 Control Panel 1-6 B. Jam Indicator 1-11 D. Changing the Density ...........1-14 G. Cross Section 1-5 IV. Outline 1-17 COPYRIGHT © 1998 CANON... INC. FEATURES 1-1 II. CHAPTER 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION This chapter outlines the machine's specifications and how it may be operated. IMAGE FORMATION 1-17 A. Making Copies 1-8 C. When Not Using the Copier ...
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...is all it takes to maintain the copier in top condition. 5. It can easily substitute as a personal copier. 7. COPYRIGHT © 1998 CANON INC. CHAPTER 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION I. The charging roller directly charges paper, significantly reducing ozone emission. 2. ...paper may be placed on the Copy Start key is integrated into a single cartridge. Auto power-off automatically when left alone for quick copying work. 4. The copier's wait time is compact and light, providing good portability. Compact and light. The copier shuts off . Multifeeding (PC420/430/FC220). CANON PC400/420/430...
...is all it takes to maintain the copier in top condition. 5. It can easily substitute as a personal copier. 7. COPYRIGHT © 1998 CANON INC. CHAPTER 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION I. The charging roller directly charges paper, significantly reducing ozone emission. 2. ...paper may be placed on the Copy Start key is integrated into a single cartridge. Auto power-off automatically when left alone for quick copying work. 4. The copier's wait time is compact and light, providing good portability. Compact and light. The copier shuts off . Multifeeding (PC420/430/FC220). CANON PC400/420/430...
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...8226; The density is displayed in response to 9). • A press while ' ' is deselected. r Jam Indicator • Flashes when paper jams inside the copier. i Copy Start Key o Power Switch !0 Density Correction Switch • Switches copy density among three settings (top for darker, bottom for...8226; ' ' is displayed to select/deselect AE (automatic exposure) mode. CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 REV.0 JAN.1998 PRINTED IN JAPAN (IMPRIME AU JAPON) t Copy Count Indicator • Displays the number of paper; ' ' is switched by self diagnosis. CHAPTER 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION IV. ...
...8226; The density is displayed in response to 9). • A press while ' ' is deselected. r Jam Indicator • Flashes when paper jams inside the copier. i Copy Start Key o Power Switch !0 Density Correction Switch • Switches copy density among three settings (top for darker, bottom for...8226; ' ' is displayed to select/deselect AE (automatic exposure) mode. CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 REV.0 JAN.1998 PRINTED IN JAPAN (IMPRIME AU JAPON) t Copy Count Indicator • Displays the number of paper; ' ' is switched by self diagnosis. CHAPTER 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION IV. ...
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t Power Switch ON OFF 5 (right view) COPYRIGHT © 1998 CANON INC. CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 REV.0 JAN.1998 PRINTED IN JAPAN (IMPRIME AU JAPON) 1-7 r Main Indicator • Remains ON when copying is ready. 2. PC400/FC200 CHAPTER 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION 2 lighter darker 1 34 Figure 1-402A q Density Control Lever w Density Indicator e Jam Indicator • Flashes when paper jams inside the copier. • Goes and remains ON when an error (self diagnosis) occurs in the copier.
t Power Switch ON OFF 5 (right view) COPYRIGHT © 1998 CANON INC. CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 REV.0 JAN.1998 PRINTED IN JAPAN (IMPRIME AU JAPON) 1-7 r Main Indicator • Remains ON when copying is ready. 2. PC400/FC200 CHAPTER 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION 2 lighter darker 1 34 Figure 1-402A q Density Control Lever w Density Indicator e Jam Indicator • Flashes when paper jams inside the copier. • Goes and remains ON when an error (self diagnosis) occurs in the copier.
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...Slide the pick-up guide to the document on the size index (Figure 1-401B); Figure 1-402B PC420/430/FC220 Set the number of plain paper). 6) Set the copy count. CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 REV.0 JAN.1998 PRINTED IN JAPAN (IMPRIME AU JAPON) then, close the copyboard cover. ...CHAPTER 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION B. Making Copies 1) Switch the copier ON. • If necessary, wait until the intensity of copy paper. 5) Set copy paper on...
...Slide the pick-up guide to the document on the size index (Figure 1-401B); Figure 1-402B PC420/430/FC220 Set the number of plain paper). 6) Set the copy count. CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 REV.0 JAN.1998 PRINTED IN JAPAN (IMPRIME AU JAPON) then, close the copyboard cover. ...CHAPTER 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION B. Making Copies 1) Switch the copier ON. • If necessary, wait until the intensity of copy paper. 5) Set copy paper on...
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...-up tray. 3) While holding the trailing edge of the copy paper, and set the sheet and film on the Copy Start key may not pull the film inside the copier; Remove the paper when the film begins to the copy tray. CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 REV.0 JAN.1998 PRINTED IN JAPAN (IMPRIME AU... JAPON) 1-9 PC420/430/FC220 • To stop continuous copying, press the Clear/Stop key; if this...
...-up tray. 3) While holding the trailing edge of the copy paper, and set the sheet and film on the Copy Start key may not pull the film inside the copier; Remove the paper when the film begins to the copy tray. CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 REV.0 JAN.1998 PRINTED IN JAPAN (IMPRIME AU... JAPON) 1-9 PC420/430/FC220 • To stop continuous copying, press the Clear/Stop key; if this...
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... Density Control lever to suit the document. 3) Slide the pick-up guide. • The copier starts copying operation automatically as soon as it detects paper. • To continue copying, insert the next paper when the copyboard starts to return. or three-colored copies by replacing the cartridge. • ...Use paper of copy paper. 4) Insert copy paper along the pick-up guide to suit the size of 64 to 128 g/m2 when making overlay copies. • Do not process each side more than twice. Figure 1-405B Making Overlay Copies You can make two- CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 ...
... Density Control lever to suit the document. 3) Slide the pick-up guide. • The copier starts copying operation automatically as soon as it detects paper. • To continue copying, insert the next paper when the copyboard starts to return. or three-colored copies by replacing the cartridge. • ...Use paper of copy paper. 4) Insert copy paper along the pick-up guide to suit the size of 64 to 128 g/m2 when making overlay copies. • Do not process each side more than twice. Figure 1-405B Making Overlay Copies You can make two- CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 ...
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... the opening of the top cover. • If the jam is in the pick-up tray for copy paper. 2) If no paper is on the tray, remove it first, then place it ; CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 REV.0 JAN.1998 PRINTED IN JAPAN (IMPRIME AU JAPON) 1-11 Jam Indicator The Jam indicator starts... to flash when paper jams inside the copier. • Take care not to the center. • To resume copying, switch the copier ON, set the desired copy count...
... the opening of the top cover. • If the jam is in the pick-up tray for copy paper. 2) If no paper is on the tray, remove it first, then place it ; CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 REV.0 JAN.1998 PRINTED IN JAPAN (IMPRIME AU JAPON) 1-11 Jam Indicator The Jam indicator starts... to flash when paper jams inside the copier. • Take care not to the center. • To resume copying, switch the copier ON, set the desired copy count...
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... Registration Multifeeder : Flow of copy paper : Rotation of seven steps as shown in Figure 1-501A. Drum cleaning 3. Image exposure Step 1 : Primary charging (negative) Step 2 : Image exposure Step 3 : Development (AC and DC bias) Step 4 : Transfer (negative) Step 5 : Separation Step 6 : Fixing Step 7 : Drum cleaning 7. Fixing 4. CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 REV.0 JAN.1998 PRINTED...
... Registration Multifeeder : Flow of copy paper : Rotation of seven steps as shown in Figure 1-501A. Drum cleaning 3. Image exposure Step 1 : Primary charging (negative) Step 2 : Image exposure Step 3 : Development (AC and DC bias) Step 4 : Transfer (negative) Step 5 : Separation Step 6 : Fixing Step 7 : Drum cleaning 7. Fixing 4. CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 REV.0 JAN.1998 PRINTED...
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...through the lens array. INTR (Initial Rotation) For about 6 sec after the copy paper has moved past the delivery sensor. CHAPTER 2 BASIC OPERATION Period Description Remarks STBY (Standby) Between when the copier is switched ON and when the Copy Start key is generated for pick-up . ...key is moved to the start position in preparation for a press on the Copy Start key. The copy paper is pressed. In continuous copying, the pickup signal is pressed. Waits for copying operation. CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 REV.0 JAN.1998 PRINTED IN JAPAN (IMPRIME AU JAPON)
...through the lens array. INTR (Initial Rotation) For about 6 sec after the copy paper has moved past the delivery sensor. CHAPTER 2 BASIC OPERATION Period Description Remarks STBY (Standby) Between when the copier is switched ON and when the Copy Start key is generated for pick-up . ...key is moved to the start position in preparation for a press on the Copy Start key. The copy paper is pressed. In continuous copying, the pickup signal is pressed. Waits for copying operation. CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 REV.0 JAN.1998 PRINTED IN JAPAN (IMPRIME AU JAPON)
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...activation of the pick-up sensor (Q131) COPYRIGHT © 1998 CANON INC. The delivery of the image on the control panel. CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 REV.0 JAN.1998 PRINTED IN JAPAN (IMPRIME AU JAPON) 5-1 The copy paper is controlled by the registration roller so that its leading edge matches... inserted, i.e., in response to the transfer, separation, and fixing assemblies before it reaches the copy tray. if copy paper fails to reach or move past the sensor, the copier identifies the condition as a jam and flashes 'Jam' on the photosensitive drum; OUTLINE The pick-up roller starts to...
...activation of the pick-up sensor (Q131) COPYRIGHT © 1998 CANON INC. The delivery of the image on the control panel. CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 REV.0 JAN.1998 PRINTED IN JAPAN (IMPRIME AU JAPON) 5-1 The copy paper is controlled by the registration roller so that its leading edge matches... inserted, i.e., in response to the transfer, separation, and fixing assemblies before it reaches the copy tray. if copy paper fails to reach or move past the sensor, the copier identifies the condition as a jam and flashes 'Jam' on the photosensitive drum; OUTLINE The pick-up roller starts to...
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... (Q801) 5 Jam check STBY INTR CBRV STOP CBFW normal 8 sec Copy paper inserted CBRV COPY CBRV CBFW LSTR STBY STOP error 8 sec Figure 5-402A (A4) 5-6 COPYRIGHT © 1998 CANON INC. PC400/FC200 Power switch ON Copy paper inserted Sequence Copyboard 1 Main motor (M1) 2 Copyboard posi- CHAPTER 5 PICK... sec COPY CBRV CBFW CBRV LSTR STBY STOP error 8 sec Figure 5-401A (A4) 2. CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 REV.0 JAN.1998 PRINTED IN JAPAN (IMPRIME AU JAPON) CHECKING FOR JAMS The copier has a pick-up or delivery assembly at such times as jams. A. Delivery Delay Jam...
... (Q801) 5 Jam check STBY INTR CBRV STOP CBFW normal 8 sec Copy paper inserted CBRV COPY CBRV CBFW LSTR STBY STOP error 8 sec Figure 5-402A (A4) 5-6 COPYRIGHT © 1998 CANON INC. PC400/FC200 Power switch ON Copy paper inserted Sequence Copyboard 1 Main motor (M1) 2 Copyboard posi- CHAPTER 5 PICK... sec COPY CBRV CBFW CBRV LSTR STBY STOP error 8 sec Figure 5-401A (A4) 2. CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 REV.0 JAN.1998 PRINTED IN JAPAN (IMPRIME AU JAPON) CHECKING FOR JAMS The copier has a pick-up or delivery assembly at such times as jams. A. Delivery Delay Jam...
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... 11 Connect the power cord to the power outlet and the copier, and switch the copier ON. • Press the +, Clear/Stop, and other keys to make sure that the copy count is pressed without setting copy paper (PC420/430/FC220). 13 Clean the exterior of the copy density lever/dial... ON on the display (PC420/430/FC220). • Check that '1' goes ON on the display (PC420/430/FC220). • Check the Main indicator goes ON (PC400/FC200). • Check the movement of the copier and the area around it. 8-4 COPYRIGHT © 1998 CANON INC. CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 REV.0 JAN.1998 ...
... 11 Connect the power cord to the power outlet and the copier, and switch the copier ON. • Press the +, Clear/Stop, and other keys to make sure that the copy count is pressed without setting copy paper (PC420/430/FC220). 13 Clean the exterior of the copy density lever/dial... ON on the display (PC420/430/FC220). • Check that '1' goes ON on the display (PC420/430/FC220). • Check the Main indicator goes ON (PC400/FC200). • Check the movement of the copier and the area around it. 8-4 COPYRIGHT © 1998 CANON INC. CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 REV.0 JAN.1998 ...
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CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 REV.0 JAN.1998 PRINTED IN JAPAN (IMPRIME AU JAPON) CHAPTER 10 TROUBLESHOOTING VR602 VR603 JP607 D606 (anode side) Control panel PCB Figure 10-205B 9) Place about five sheets of blank copy paper. 10) Turn VR603 (AE gain adjustment) until the density is optimum. 10-10 ...COPYRIGHT © 1998 CANON INC. see Figure 10-205B. 11) Switch the copier OFF. Notes: Make sure that the jumping wires are no longer shorted...
CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 REV.0 JAN.1998 PRINTED IN JAPAN (IMPRIME AU JAPON) CHAPTER 10 TROUBLESHOOTING VR602 VR603 JP607 D606 (anode side) Control panel PCB Figure 10-205B 9) Place about five sheets of blank copy paper. 10) Turn VR603 (AE gain adjustment) until the density is optimum. 10-10 ...COPYRIGHT © 1998 CANON INC. see Figure 10-205B. 11) Switch the copier OFF. Notes: Make sure that the jumping wires are no longer shorted...
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... as well). 3. advise the user on the photosensitive drum more or less normal before transfer? Troubleshooting by Image Fault 1. YES/NO Remedies YES End. The paper may not bring about the best results. Is the toner image on the correct method of non-recommended... plate, and intensity sensor. Is the problem corrected? 2 Press the Copy Start key, and switch the copier OFF in the middle of package. then, open the top cover. NO YES YES NO 1. COPYRIGHT © 1998 CANON INC. CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 REV.0 JAN.1998 PRINTED IN JAPAN (IMPRIME AU JAPON) 10-17
... as well). 3. advise the user on the photosensitive drum more or less normal before transfer? Troubleshooting by Image Fault 1. YES/NO Remedies YES End. The paper may not bring about the best results. Is the toner image on the correct method of non-recommended... plate, and intensity sensor. Is the problem corrected? 2 Press the Copy Start key, and switch the copier OFF in the middle of package. then, open the top cover. NO YES YES NO 1. COPYRIGHT © 1998 CANON INC. CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 REV.0 JAN.1998 PRINTED IN JAPAN (IMPRIME AU JAPON) 10-17
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...10. Cause Step Checks YES/NO Remedies Fixing assembly 1 Press the Copy Start key, and switch the copier OFF in . YES Advise the user that the cartridge is foggy (paper feed direction). 8. CHAPTER 10 TROUBLESHOOTING 7. Is the problem corrected? Does the copy image have white ...). 9. Cartridge NO Replace the cartridge. COPYRIGHT © 1998 CANON INC. Is the problem corrected? YES NO End. The copy is running short of operation; The copy has white spots (paper feed direction). 11. CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 REV.0 JAN.1998 PRINTED IN JAPAN (IMPRIME AU ...
...10. Cause Step Checks YES/NO Remedies Fixing assembly 1 Press the Copy Start key, and switch the copier OFF in . YES Advise the user that the cartridge is foggy (paper feed direction). 8. CHAPTER 10 TROUBLESHOOTING 7. Is the problem corrected? Does the copy image have white ...). 9. Cartridge NO Replace the cartridge. COPYRIGHT © 1998 CANON INC. Is the problem corrected? YES NO End. The copy is running short of operation; The copy has white spots (paper feed direction). 11. CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 REV.0 JAN.1998 PRINTED IN JAPAN (IMPRIME AU ...
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.../NO Remedies 1 Is the copy paper of package. YES The copy paper may be moist; NO Check the... Is the feeding assembly soiled? CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 REV.0 JAN.1998 PRINTED IN JAPAN (IMPRIME AU JAPON) NO Try recommended paper; advise the user to step 3....YES NO 1. Clean the delivery roller. 10-20 COPYRIGHT © 1998 CANON INC. CHAPTER 10 TROUBLESHOOTING 12. The copy has white spots (cross feed direction... are good, advise the user to use recommended paper. 2 Try copy paper fresh out of a type recommended by Canon? for foreign matter. Cause Transfer charging assembly Feeding...
.../NO Remedies 1 Is the copy paper of package. YES The copy paper may be moist; NO Check the... Is the feeding assembly soiled? CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 REV.0 JAN.1998 PRINTED IN JAPAN (IMPRIME AU JAPON) NO Try recommended paper; advise the user to step 3....YES NO 1. Clean the delivery roller. 10-20 COPYRIGHT © 1998 CANON INC. CHAPTER 10 TROUBLESHOOTING 12. The copy has white spots (cross feed direction... are good, advise the user to use recommended paper. 2 Try copy paper fresh out of a type recommended by Canon? for foreign matter. Cause Transfer charging assembly Feeding...
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...unit. Re-connect the connector. PC400/FC200) DC controller/ DC power supply PCB 3 Does the copier operate normally when the pick-up sensor (Q131) is pressed at pick-up timing? Check the ... and the Copy Start key is blocked with paper? 4 Set the meter to about 24 V at the correct pick-up assembly; COPYRIGHT © 1998 CANON INC. NO YES See "The main motor ...pick-up timing? 2 Is the main motor rotating? Pick-up solenoid (SL1; PC420/430/FC220), Registration solenoid (SL1; CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 REV.0 JAN.1998 PRINTED IN JAPAN (IMPRIME AU JAPON) 10-27 Cause ...
...unit. Re-connect the connector. PC400/FC200) DC controller/ DC power supply PCB 3 Does the copier operate normally when the pick-up sensor (Q131) is pressed at pick-up timing? Check the ... and the Copy Start key is blocked with paper? 4 Set the meter to about 24 V at the correct pick-up assembly; COPYRIGHT © 1998 CANON INC. NO YES See "The main motor ...pick-up timing? 2 Is the main motor rotating? Pick-up solenoid (SL1; PC420/430/FC220), Registration solenoid (SL1; CANON PC400/420/430,FC200/220 REV.0 JAN.1998 PRINTED IN JAPAN (IMPRIME AU JAPON) 10-27 Cause ...