Canon LASERBASE MF5700 Series User guide

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Basic Guide
Basic Guide
Series
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imageCLASS
MF5700 Series
Basic Guide

Manuals for the Machine
The manuals for this machine are divided as follows. Please refer to them for detailed information.
Depending on the system configuration and product purchased, some manuals may not be needed.
Guides with this symbol are printed manuals.
CD-ROM
Guides with this symbol are PDF manuals included on the
accompanying CD-ROM. (See footnote.)
•Setting Up the Machine
•Software Installation Set-Up Instructions
Only for the MF5730/MF5750 models.
•Setting Up the Machine Set-Up Instructions
for the Machine
Only for the MF5770 model.
•Software Installation
•Network Settings Set-Up Instructions
for Networking and Printing
Only for the MF5770 model.
•Copying and Printing Instructions
•Troubleshooting Basic Guide
(This Manual)
•Fax Instructions
•Troubleshooting Facsimile Guide
Only for the MF5750/MF5770 models.
•Software Installation and Instructions
•Printing, Scanning and PC Faxing Instructions
•Troubleshooting Software Guide
CD-ROM
•Remote User Interface Instructions Remote UI Guide
CD-ROM
Only for the MF5770 model.
•Network Connectivity and Setup Instructions Network Guide
CD-ROM
Only for the MF5770 model.
Model Name
• F146500 (imageCLASS MF5730)
• F146502 (imageCLASS MF5750)
• F146502 (imageCLASS MF5770)
•The machine illustration on the cover may differ slightly from your machine.
•To view the manual in PDF format, Adobe Reader/Acrobat Reader/Acrobat is required. If Adobe Reader/Acrobat Reader/Acrobat is not installed on
your system, please download it from the Adobe Systems Incorporated website (http://www.adobe.com).

How This Manual Is Organized
Introduction
Paper Handling
Document Handling
Printing from Your Computer
Copying
Scanning
Status Monitor
Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Machine Settings
Appendix
Includes the specifications of this machine and the index.
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Chapter 9
Chapter 10
Chapter 11
Considerable effort has been made to ensure that this manual is free of inaccuracies and omissions. However, as we are constantly improving our
products, if you need an exact specification, please contact Canon.

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Contents
Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii
How to Use This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii
Symbols Used in This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii
Keys Used in This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii
Messages Displayed in the LCD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix
Illustrations Used in This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix
Legal Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x
FCC (Federal Communications Commission) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x
Laser Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xi
CDRH Regulations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xi
Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xii
Copyright . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xii
Disclaimers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xii
Legal Limitations on the Usage of Your Product and the Use of Images . . . . . xiii
About the Part Containing Mercury (Applicable Only to the USA) . . . . . . . . . . xiii
Important Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xiv
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiv
Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xv
Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvi
Maintenance and Inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xvii
Consumables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xix
Other Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xix
Chapter 1 Introduction
Customer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1
For Canadian Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2
Main Components of the Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3
Operation Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-6
Standby Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-8
Energy Saver Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-9
Setting the Energy Saver Mode Manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-9
Restoring from the Energy Saver Mode Manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-10

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Chapter 2 Paper Handling
Print Media Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Printing Areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Loading Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Loading Paper in the Cassette. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Loading Paper in the Multi-Purpose Feeder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Loading an Envelope in the Multi-Purpose Feeder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Specifying the Paper Size and Type (Common for Cassette and
Multi-Purpose Feeder) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Specifying the Paper Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Specifying the Paper Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Orientation of the Document and the Paper Loading. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Selecting the Paper Output Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Paper Type and Paper Output Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Face Down Paper Output Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Face Up Paper Output Area. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Chapter 3 Document Handling
Document Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Problem Documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Scanned Area of a Document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Setting Up Documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Placing a Document on the Platen Glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-3
Loading Documents in the ADF. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
The Paper Path of the ADF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Chapter 4 Printing from Your Computer
Before Printing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Printing Documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Canceling Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
More Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Chapter 5 Copying
Documents You Can Copy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Making Copies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Setting Enlarging/Reducing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
Enlarging/Reducing Using Preset Copy Ratios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
Enlarging/Reducing Using Custom Copy Ratios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5

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Improving Copied Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6
Adjusting the Image Quality (Resolution). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6
Adjusting the Exposure (Density). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6
Adjusting Automatically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6
Adjusting Manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-7
Special Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-8
Collate Copy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-8
When Loading Documents in the ADF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-8
When Placing a Document on the Platen Glass. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-9
2 on 1 Copy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-10
When Loading Documents in the ADF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-10
When Placing a Document on the Platen Glass. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-11
Reserve Copy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-12
Chapter 6 Scanning
Before Scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-1
Scanning Methods. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-2
More Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-3
Chapter 7 Status Monitor
Checking the Status of the Jobs Stored in the Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-1
Confirming and Deleting a Fax Job . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-2
Confirming Transmission Results. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-3
Confirming and Deleting a Copy Job . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-3
Confirming and Deleting a Print Job . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-4
Confirming and Deleting a Report Job. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-5
Chapter 8 Maintenance
Periodic Cleaning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-1
Cleaning the Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-1
Cleaning the Scanning Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-2
Cleaning the ADF Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-2
When to Replace the Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-4
Print Yield. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-5
Approximate Print Yield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-5
Handling and Storing the Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-6
Handling Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-6
Storage Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-6
Storing Partially Used Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-7
Recycling Used Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-7
The Clean Earth Campaign . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-8
THE Canon CARTRIDGE RECYCLING PROGRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-8

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U.S.A. PROGRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9
Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9
Shipping. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-11
CANADA PROGRAM-CANADA PROGRAMME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-12
Replacing the Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-14
Repacking and Transporting Your Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-17
Carrying the Machine by the Sides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-18
Transporting the Machine by Car. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-18
Chapter 9 Troubleshooting
Clearing Jams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1
Removing Jammed Paper from Inside the Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-1
Removing Jammed Paper from the ADF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-7
LCD Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-9
Paper Feeding Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-12
Copying Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-15
Print Quality Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-16
Printing Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-18
Scanning Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-19
General Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-20
If You Cannot Solve the Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-21
Chapter 10 Machine Settings
Accessing the Machine Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
Menu Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
PAPER SETTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
COMMON SETTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
COPY SETTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-5
PRINTER SETTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-6
TIMER SETTINGS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-7
Chapter 11 Appendix
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-1
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-4

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Preface
Thank you for purchasing Canon imageCLASS MF5700 Series. Please read this manual
thoroughly before operating the machine in order to familiarize yourself with its capabilities,
and to make the most of its many functions. After reading this manual, store it in a safe place
for future reference.
How to Use This Manual
Symbols Used in This Manual
The following symbols are used in this manual to explain procedures, restrictions,
handling precautions, and instructions that should be observed for safety.
WARNING Indicates a warning concerning operations that may lead to death or
injury to persons if not performed correctly. In order to use the machine
safely, always pay attention to these warnings.
CAUTION Indicates a caution concerning operations that may lead to injury to
persons, or damage to property if not performed correctly. In order to use
the machine safely, always pay attention to these cautions.
IMPORTANT Indicates operational requirements and restrictions. Be sure to read
these items carefully in order to operate the machine correctly, and to
avoid damage to the machine.
NOTE Indicates a clarification of an operation, or contains additional
explanations for a procedure. Reading these notes is highly
recommended.
Keys Used in This Manual
The following symbols and key names are a few examples of how keys to be
pressed are expressed in this manual. The operation panel keys on the machine
are indicated within brackets.
Press [Start].
Press [Image Quality].
Start
Image
Quality

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Messages Displayed in the LCD
The following are a few examples of how messages in the LCD are expressed in
this manual. The messages are indicated within angle brackets.
•If <MEMORY FULL> is displayed, the machine cannot scan the documents.
•<COL.> appears in the LCD.
Illustrations Used in This Manual
Unless otherwise mentioned, illustrations used in this manual are those taken when
no optional equipment is attached to the imageCLASS MF5770.
The model imageCLASS MF5770 is used for illustration purposes in this manual.
When there is any difference between MF5730, MF5750 and MF5770, it is clearly
indicated in the text, e.g., “Only for the MF5770 model.”

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Legal Notices
FCC (Federal Communications Commission)
imageCLASS MF5730: Model F146500
imageCLASS MF5750: Model F146502
imageCLASS MF5770: Model F146502
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
NOTE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Use of shielded cable is required to comply with class B limits in Subpart B of Part
15 of the FCC Rules.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise
specified in this manual. If such changes or modifications should be made, you
could be required to stop operation of the equipment.
Canon U.S.A. Inc.
One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A.
TEL No. [phone]

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IMPORTANT
• This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
• Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur
le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
Laser Safety
This product complies with 21 CFR Chapter 1 Subchapter J as a Class I laser
product under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)
Radiation Performance Standard according to the Radiation Control for Health and
Safety Act of 1968. Class I levels of laser radiation are not considered to be
hazardous.
Since radiation emitted inside the product is completely confined within protective
housings and external covers, the laser beam cannot escape from the machine
during any phase of user operation. Do not remove protective housings or external
covers, except as directed by this manual.
CDRH Regulations
The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S. Food and Drug
Administration implemented regulations for laser products on August 2, 1976.
These regulations apply to laser products manufactured from August 1, 1976.
Compliance is mandatory for products marketed in the United States.
CAUTION
Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those
specified in this manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
The label shown below is attached to the laser scanner assembly within the
product.

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Trademarks
Canon, the Canon logo, and imageCLASS are trademarks of Canon Inc.
Other product and company names herein may be the trademarks of their
respective owners.
Copyright
Copyright 2005 by Canon Inc. All rights reserved.
No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any
means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording, or by any
information storage or retrieval system without the prior written permission of
Canon Inc.
Disclaimers
The information in this manual is subject to change without notice.
CANON INC. MAKES NO WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WITH REGARD TO THIS
MATERIAL, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN,
INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, THEREOF, WARRANTIES AS TO
MARKETABILITY, MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE OF USE OR AGAINST INFRINGEMENT OF ANY PATENT. CANON
INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE, OR LOSSES OR EXPENSES
RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS MATERIAL.

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Legal Limitations on the Usage of Your Product and the
Use of Images
Using your product to scan, print or otherwise reproduce certain documents, and
the use of such images as scanned, printed or otherwise reproduced by your
product, may be prohibited by law and may result in criminal and/or civil liability. A
non-exhaustive list of these documents is set forth below. This list is intended to be
a guide only. If you are uncertain about the legality of using your product to scan,
print or otherwise reproduce any particular document, and/or of the use of the
images scanned, printed or otherwise reproduced, you should consult in advance
with your legal advisor for guidance.
About the Part Containing Mercury (Applicable Only to the
USA)
LAMP(S) INSIDE THIS PRODUCT CONTAIN MERCURY AND MUST BE
RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL, STATE OR FEDERAL
LAWS.
•Paper Money •Travelers Checks
•Money Orders •Food Stamps
•Certificates of Deposit •Passports
•Postage Stamps
(canceled or uncanceled)
•Immigration Papers
•Identifying Badges or Insignias •Internal Revenue Stamps
(canceled or uncanceled)
•Selective Service or Draft Papers •Bonds or Other Certificates of
Indebtedness
•Checks or Drafts Issued by
Governmental Agencies
•Stock Certificates
•Motor Vehicle Licenses and
Certificates of Title
•Copyrighted Works/Works of Art
without Permission of Copyright
Owner
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Important Safety Instructions
Please read these instructions thoroughly before operating the machine. As these
instructions are intended to prevent injury to the user or other persons or
destruction of property, always pay attention to these instructions. Also, since it may
result in unexpected accidents or injuries, do not perform any operation unless
otherwise specified in the manual. Improper operation or use of this machine could
result in personal injury and/or damage requiring extensive repair that may not be
covered under your Limited Warranty.
Installation
WARNING
•Do not install the machine near alcohol, paint thinner, or other flammable
substances. If flammable substances come into contact with electrical parts inside
the machine, it may result in a fire or electrical shock.
•Do not place the following items on the machine. If these items come into contact
with a high-voltage area inside the machine, it may result in a fire or electrical shock.
If these items are dropped or spilled inside the machine, immediately disconnect the
power cord from the power outlet. Then, contact Canon Authorized Service Facilities
or the Canon Customer Care Center.
- Necklaces and other metal objects
- Cups, vases, flowerpots, and other containers filled with water or liquids
CAUTION
•Do not install the machine in unstable locations, such as unsteady platforms or
inclined floors, or in locations subject to excessive vibrations, as this may cause the
machine to fall or tip over, resulting in personal injury.
•Never block the ventilation slots and louvers on the machine. These openings are
provided for proper ventilation of working parts inside the machine. Blocking these
openings can cause the machine to overheat. Never place the machine on a soft
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•Do not install the machine in the following locations:
- A damp or dusty location
- A location near water faucets or water
- A location exposed to direct sunlight
- A location subject to high temperatures
- A location near open flames
- A location near devices that contain magnets or generate magnetic fields, such as
speakers
•Avoid poorly ventilated locations.
During use, the machine generates ozone. However, the amount of ozone generated
is not enough to affect the human body. Nevertheless, if the machine is used for a
prolonged period of time in a poorly ventilated room, or when making a large quantity
of prints, be sure to ventilate the room to make the working environment as
comfortable as possible.
•Make sure the machine is approximately 4" (10 cm) away from walls and other
equipment for proper ventilation.
•Make sure the location is not affected by extreme temperature changes, and always
stays between 50°F and 90.5°F (10°C and 32.5°C).
•Make sure the relative humidity of the area is between 20% and 80%.
•Do not use or store the machine outdoors.
Power Supply
WARNING
•Do not damage or modify the power cord. Also, do not place heavy objects on the
power cord, or pull on or excessively bend it, as this could cause electrical damage
and result in a fire or electrical shock.
•Keep the power cord away from a heat source; failure to do this may cause the power
cord coating to melt, resulting in a fire or electrical shock.
•Do not connect or disconnect the power cord with wet hands, as this may result in
electrical shock.
•Do not connect the power cord to a multiplug power strip, as this may cause a fire or
electrical shock.
•Do not bundle up or tie the power cord in a knot, as this may result in a fire or
electrical shock.
•Insert the power plug completely into the power outlet, as failure to do so may result
in a fire or electrical shock.
•Do not use power cords other than the power cord provided, as this may result in a
fire or electrical shock.
•As a general rule, do not use extension cords. Using an extension cord may result in
a fire or electrical shock. If an extension cord must be used, however, use one rated
for voltages of 120 V AC and over, untie the cord binding, and insert the power plug
completely into the extension cord outlet to ensure a firm connection between the
power cord and the extension cord.

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CAUTION
•Do not use power supplies with voltages other than those specified herein, as this
may result in a fire or electrical shock.
•Always grasp the power plug when disconnecting the power cord. Pulling on the
power cord may expose or snap the core wire, or otherwise damage the power cord. If
the power cord is damaged, this could cause current to leak, resulting in a fire or
electrical shock.
•Leave sufficient space around the power plug so that it can be unplugged easily. If
objects are placed around the power plug, you will be unable to unplug it in an
emergency.
•During electrical storms, unplug the power cord from the power outlet. Electrical
storms may cause damage to the machine and result in a fire or electrical shock.
IMPORTANT
• If dust accumulates around the plug of the power cord when it is connected to a power outlet,
unplug the machine and wipe the plug with a clean, dry cloth.
• Do not plug the machine into the same circuit with appliances such as an air conditioner,
television or copier. These devices generate an electrical noise, and may interfere with your
machine's operation.
• Unplug the machine in the following conditions:
- When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
- If liquid has spilled into the machine.
- If the machine has been exposed to rain or water.
- If the machine does not operate normally when you have followed the instructions in the
guides included with your machine. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the
instructions in the guides since improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage
and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal
operation.
- If the machine has been dropped or damaged.
- If the machine exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for servicing.
Handling
WARNING
•Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the machine. There are high-temperature
and high-voltage components inside the machine which may result in a fire or
electrical shock.
•If the machine makes strange noises, or gives off smoke, heat, or strange smells,
immediately disconnect the power cord from the power outlet. Then, contact Canon
Authorized Service Facilities or the Canon Customer Care Center. Continued use of
the machine in this condition may result in a fire or electrical shock.
•Do not use highly flammable sprays near the machine. If gas from these sprays
comes into contact with the electrical components inside the machine, it may result
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•To avoid damage to the power cord and creating a fire hazard, always disconnect the
power cord and the interface cable when moving the machine. Otherwise, the power
cord or interface cable may be damaged, resulting in a fire or electrical shock.
•Do not drop paper clips, staples, or other metal objects inside the machine. Also, do
not spill water, liquids, or flammable substances (alcohol, benzene, paint thinner,
etc.) inside the machine. If these items come into contact with a high-voltage area
inside the machine, it may result in a fire or electrical shock. If these items are
dropped or spilled inside the machine, immediately disconnect the power cord from
the power outlet. Then, contact Canon Authorized Service Facilities or the Canon
Customer Care Center.
CAUTION
•Do not place heavy objects on the machine, as they may tip over or fall resulting in
personal injury.
•Disconnect the power cord for safety when the machine will not be used for an
extended period of time, such as during consecutive holidays.
•The laser beam can be harmful to human bodies. Since radiation emitted inside the
product is completely confined within protective housings and external covers, the
laser beam cannot escape from the machine during any phase of user operation.
Read the following remarks and instructions for safety.
•Close the platen glass cover gently to avoid catching your hand. Failing to do so may
result in personal injury.
•Do not press down hard on the platen glass cover when using the platen glass to
scan a thick book. This may damage the platen glass and/or result in personal injury.
•Do not subject the machine to strong physical shock or vibration.
•Unplug the machine before moving it.
•Do not lift the machine by any of its attachments.
•If the machine exhibits a distinct change in performance, this indicates a need for
servicing.
Maintenance and Inspections
WARNING
•When cleaning the machine, disconnect the power cord. Failure to observe these
steps may result in a fire or electrical shock.
•Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet regularly, and clean the area around
the base of the power plug's metal pins and the power outlet with a dry cloth to
ensure that all dust and grime is removed. If the power cord is connected for a long
period of time in a damp, dusty, or smoky location, dust can build up around the
power plug and become damp. This may cause a short circuit and result in a fire.
•Clean the machine using a slightly dampened cloth with a mild detergent mixed with
water. Do not use alcohol, benzene, paint thinner, or other flammable substances.
Check detergent for flammability prior to use. If flammable substances come into
contact with a high-voltage area inside the machine, it may result in a fire or electrical
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•There are some areas inside the machine which are subject to high-voltages. When
removing jammed paper or when inspecting the inside of the machine, do not allow
necklaces, bracelets, or other metal objects to touch the inside of the machine, as
this may result in burns or electrical shock.
•Do not burn or throw used toner cartridges into open flames, as this may cause the
toner remaining inside the cartridge to ignite, resulting in burns or a fire.
CAUTION
•The toner fixing unit and its surroundings inside the machine may become hot during
use. When removing jammed paper or when inspecting the inside of the machine, do
not touch the toner fixing unit and its surroundings, as doing so may result in burns
or electrical shock.
•When removing jammed paper or replacing the toner cartridge, take care not to allow
the toner to come into contact with your hands or clothing, as this will dirty your
hands or clothing. If they become dirty, wash them immediately with cold water.
Washing them with warm water will set the toner, and make it impossible to remove
the toner stains.
•When removing paper which has become jammed inside the machine, remove the
jammed paper gently to prevent the toner on the paper from scattering and getting
into your eyes or mouth. If the toner gets into your eyes or mouth, wash them
immediately with cold water and immediately consult a physician.
•When loading paper or removing jammed documents or paper, take care not to cut
your hands on the edges of the documents or paper.
•When removing a used toner cartridge from the machine, remove the cartridge
carefully to prevent the toner from scattering and getting into your eyes or mouth. If
the toner gets into your eyes or mouth, wash them immediately with cold water and
immediately consult a physician.

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Consumables
WARNING
•Do not burn or throw used toner cartridges into open flames, as this may cause the
toner remaining inside the cartridges to ignite, resulting in burns or a fire.
•Do not store toner cartridges or copy paper in places exposed to open flames, as this
may cause the toner or paper to ignite, resulting in burns or a fire.
•When discarding used toner cartridges, put the cartridges in a bag to prevent the
toner remaining inside the cartridges from scattering, and dispose of them in a
location away from open flames.
CAUTION
Keep toner and other consumables out of the reach of small children. If these items
are ingested, consult a physician immediately.
Other Warnings
WARNING
For cardiac pacemaker users:
This product generates a low level magnetic field. If you use a cardiac pacemaker and
feel abnormalities, please move away from the product and consult a physician.
CAUTION
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the machine.