Canon PC 140 manual

OPERATOR'S MANUAL Please read this manual before operating this equipment. After you finish reading this manual, store it in a safe place for future reference. FA7-5028-010 © CANON INC. 2003 PRINTED IN THAILAND CANON INC. 30-2, Shimomaruko 3-chome, Ohta-ku, Tokyo 146-8501, Japan CANON U.S.A., INC. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.[...]

Preface Thank you for purchasing this Canon copier. This Operator’s Manual describes this copier, its functions, and its method of use. It also describes the precautions to be taken to ensure safe operation. Please read this manual thoroughly before operating this copier, in order to familiarize yourself with its capabilities, and to make the mos[...]

1 ■ Symbols Used in This Operator ’ s Manual W ARNING: Indicates a warning concerning operations that may lead to death or injury to persons if not performed correctly . In order to use the machines safely , it is imperative to pay attention to these warnings. CAUTION: Indicates a caution concerning operations that may lead to injury to persons[...]

2 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 insta[...]

3 Table of Contents Table of Contents 2. Operating Procedure Normal Copying ....................................... 30 Making 10 or more Continuous Copies (The F Mode) ..................................... 31 Positioning Originals .............................. 32 Adjusting the Copy Exposure ................ 32 About Copy Stock ....................[...]

4 T elephone Assistance (USA) If you need help with set-up, service or operation, call 1-800-828-4040. Canon Information Center in Canada Should service be necessary please call the following number for information regarding Personal Copier Authorized Service Facilities. Canon Canada Inc. 6390 Dixie Road, Missisauga, Ontario L5T 1P7 Call 1-800-263-[...]

Getting Started 5 1 1 Getting Started Getting Started Safety Considerations ......................... 6 Handling Precautions ............................. 10 Installation Precautions .......................... 1 1 T ransporting the Copier ......................... 12 Carrying the Copier by the Carrying Handle ...................... 12 Carrying the [...]

Getting Started 6 1 Safety Considerations Safety Safety Considerations Considerations ● Do not install the copier so that the ventilation ports are blocked by objects. If the ventilation ports are blocked, heat will build up inside the copier and may result in a fire. ● Do not place the following items on the copier . If these items come into c[...]

Getting Started 7 1 ● 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 socket, as failure to do so may result in a fire or electrical shock. ● Do not use power cords other than the provided power cord, as this may result in a fire or electrical shoc[...]

Getting Started 8 1 ● Do not use highly flammable sprays near the copier . If gas from these sprays comes into contact with the electrical components inside the copier , this may result in a fire or electrical shock. CAUTION ● Do not drop paper clips, staples or other metal objects inside the copier . Also, do not spill water , liquids or flamm[...]

Getting Started 9 1 ● Clean the copier using a firmly wrung-out cloth dampened with a mild cleansing detergent. Do not use alcohol, benzene, paint thinner or other flammable substances. If flammable substances come into contact with a high-voltage area inside the copier , this may result in a fire or electrical shock. ● Do not throw used cartri[...]

Getting Started 10 1 Handling Precautions Platen • Do not stack objects onto, or press down forcefully upon, the platen. • The maximum allowable load that can be placed on the cover is 4.4 lb. Main Unit • Do not let paper clips, staples, or other foreign objects fall into the copier . Also be careful not to spill any liquids or flammable subs[...]

Getting Started 11 1 Installation Precautions A void direct sunlight and place in a cool location. Do not install the copier in front of a window that receives direct sunlight. Do not install the copier in a high temperature, high humidity location such as in front of a heater or humidifier . Avoid abrupt changes in temperature and humidity , such [...]

Getting Started 12 1 Carrying the Copier by the Carrying Handle Fold the trays up as shown in the illustration, and insert the trays into the opening between the disc and the platen cover . Then pull out the carrying handle. (See “Parts and Their Functions”, on p. 15.) Transporting Transporting the Copier the Copier Please observe the following[...]

Getting Started 13 1 T ransporting the Copier Carrying the Copier by the Sides Secure the platen with packing tape. Push in the carrying handle. Then fold up the trays. Insert the trays into the opening between the disc and the platen cover . Standing behind the copier as shown in the illustration, firmly grasp the front and rear sides of the copie[...]

Getting Started 14 1 T ransporting the Copier by Car Place the copier on a stable surface (i.e., on the seat) inside the car . REQUEST : • Remove the cartridge from the copier and place it in its original shipping box. Then secure the platen with packing tape. Finally place the copier in its original shipping box. • Do not leave the copier insi[...]

Getting Started 15 1 Parts and Their Functions Parts and Their Functions Main Unit Platen Cover T op Cover Release Button (See pp. 22, 44 and 46.) Press to open the top cover . Parts and Their Functions Platen Glass Left Cover (See p.45.) Open when removing jammed paper from the output area. Copy T ray Multi-stack T ray Exit Slot Up to 50 sheets of[...]

Getting Started 16 1 Sealing Tape Grip T op Cover Open when changing the cartridge, clearing paper jams or cleaning the roller . Paper Feed Guides Adjust to fit paper size. Parts and Their Functions Cartridge Carrying Handle Pull out to use when transporting the copier . Multi-stack T ray Exposure Recalibration Switch Slide up or down to adjust the[...]

Getting Started 17 1 C A AE : Misfeed error / Load paper : Paper jam : Error : Error : Error then then then Error indications Parts and Their Functions Control Panel Number of Copies/Error Message Indicator Shows the number of copies selected or any error messages. A (Auto) Indicator Lights up when the Auto Exposure Control is selected. Exposure Ad[...]

Getting Started 18 1 Installing the Installing the Copier Copier Checking the Package Contents Remove the copier and the accessories from the shipping box. Use the following checklist to make sure you have received all the necessary accessories included with your copier . Registration Card 1 Power Cord 1 Operator’s Manual 1 Cartridge 1 Muliti-sta[...]

Getting Started 19 1 Rock the cartridge several times to the right and left at a 90 ° to evenly distribute the toner within the cartridge. Remove the cartridge sealing tape. (See “ Replacing Cartridges ” , on p. 21.) Insert the cartridge into the copier . Close the top cover by pressing down firmly on the button. Return the platen to the cente[...]

Getting Started 20 1 T est your cartridge before replacing it. When your toner starts to run low , perform the following procedure to make sure all the toner is used. After performing this test, if the resulting copy does not improve in quality then replace the cartridge with a new one. Remove the cartridge from the copier . When to Replace the Car[...]

Getting Started 21 1 Canon E20 Cartridge: approx. 2,000 copies of an A4-size, standard original The term A4 denotes an original; on which the area covered with ink is 5% of the total area of an A4 sized sheet of paper . See the inside of the back cover of this manual for an example of an A4 sized page with 5% ink coverage. MEMO: • The actual numb[...]

Getting Started 22 1 Press the top cover release button to open the top cover so that it stands upright as shown. Grip the end of the used cartridge and pull it out from the copier . Remove the new cartridge from its shipping bag. Hold the cartridge level so that the side with the written instructions is facing upward. Rock the cartridge several ti[...]

Getting Started 23 1 Close the top cover by pressing down firmly on the button. Return the platen to the center position. Before resuming copy operation turn the power switch ON. W ARNING: • Never throw a used cartridge into a fire; doing so can result in an explosion. REQUEST : • The sealing tape is approximately 20” long so be sure to pull [...]

Getting Started 24 1 Recycling used cartridges Canon has instituted a worldwide recycling program for toner cartridges called “The Clean Earth Campaign”. This program preserves precious natural resources by utilizing a variety of materials found in the used cartridges that are of no further use, to remanufacture new cartridges which, at the sam[...]

Getting Started 25 1 The Clean Earth Campaign The Clean Earth Campaign THE CANON CARTRIDGE RECYCLING PROGRAM The Canon Cartridge Recycling Program fulfills the first initiative of Canon’s Clean Earth Campaign, which supports four critical environmental areas: • Recycling in the Workplace • Conserving Environmental Resources • Scientific Res[...]

Getting Started 26 1 Option B: V olume Box Return We encourage you to use this option as a more efficient way to ship cartridges. • Place as many cartridges as possible into one box. Carefully seal the box with tape; or • Call 1-800-OK-CANON to receive your free eight cartridge collection box. Option C: Multiple Box Return We encourage you to u[...]

Getting Started 27 1 Option B: UPS Drop off T ake the shipment to participating UPS Center . By using either of the above methods of shipment, your used cartridge(s) will be forwarded to the Canon Cartridge Collection Center at no charge to you. For further information about the Clean Earth Campaign in the United States, please call: 1-800-OK-CANON[...]

Getting Started 28 1 CANADA PROGRAM Option A: Single Box Return • Repackage the empty toner cartridge utilizing the wrapper and pulp mould end- blocks from the new cartridge’s box. • Place the empty toner cartridge in the box from your new toner cartridge. Seal the box. • Apply the Canon Canada Inc./Canada Post label provided in this brochu[...]

Operating Procedure 29 2 Normal Copying ....................................... 30 Making 10 or more Continuous Copies (The F Mode) ..................................... 31 Positioning Originals .............................. 32 Adjusting the Copy Exposure ................ 32 About Copy Stock .................................. 34 V arious Ways to C[...]

Operating Procedure 30 2 Normal Normal Copying Copying Use the following procedure when making normal copies. Paper size marks on the guide plate T urn the copier ’s power switch ON. On the control panel will light up in the Number of Copies Indicator . Adjust the paper guides to fit the size of the copy paper . Place the copy paper into the mult[...]

Operating Procedure 31 2 REQUEST : • If the copier will not be used for a long period of time, unplug the copier from its power source. NOTICE: • If the copier has not been used for a long period of time, before operation move the platen by hand to the right, left and back to the center . • Paper jams are most often caused by wrinkled or curl[...]

Operating Procedure 32 2 Positioning Originals T o position originals accurately , use the guide plate located on the right side of the platen glass. CAUTION: Close the platen cover gently to avoid catching your hand, as this may result in personal injury . • If your original conforms to a standard paper size (e.g., STMT or L TR), align the origi[...]

Operating Procedure 33 2 Exposure recalibration switch D a r k e r L ig h te r Darker Lighter T o make darker copies, move the switch upward. T o make lighter copies, move the switch downward. If this does not produce the desired results, follow the procedure below . Adjusting the copy exposure manually When the auto exposure control mode fails to [...]

Operating Procedure 34 2 About Copy Stock Setting copy paper Place the copy paper into the multi-stack tray with the side of the paper to be copied facing upwards. When inserting the paper into the multi-stack tray , make sure the edges are even and then slide it into the copier as far as it will go. Normal Copying Suitable copy stock This copier c[...]

Operating Procedure 35 2 Postcards, T ransparencies* and Other Stock It is possible to make copies onto postcards, transparencies and a variety of copy stock. Various Ways Various Ways to Copy to Copy V arious W ays to Copy Adjust the paper feed guides to fit the width of the copy stock. Place the original to be copied copy side down onto the plate[...]

Operating Procedure 36 2 V arious W ays to Copy If transparencies do not feed smoothly Sometimes transparencies may not feed easily into the copier after the key is pressed. When this happens, follow the procedure below . Place a sheet of standard copy paper underneath the transparency . Position this paper so that it extends approximately 3/8 ” [...]

Operating Procedure 37 2 V arious W ays to Copy Position the second original onto the platen glass so that the top edge is to the left. ABC 12 3 T urn the copy of the first original over as shown. Then, place it into the multi-stack tray again. ABC 12 3 Make a copy of the second original. NOTICE: • 16 to 32-lb bond paper can be used when making t[...]

Operating Procedure 38 2 V arious W ays to Copy Holding the platen cover in the open position with your left hand, slide the top right corner forward with your right hand. Repeat for the opposite corner , and lift the platen cover away . Position the original on the platen glass and press the key . (See “ Normal Copying ” on p. 30.) Align the t[...]

Operating Procedure 39 2 V arious W ays to Copy Position the original to be copied in black on the platen glass. Then make a copy . (See “ Normal Copying ” , on p. 30.) SPORTS NEWS ABC stadium Remove the black cartridge from the copier and replace it with the blue one. (See “ Replacing Cartridges ” , on p.21.) When the top cover of the copi[...]

Operating Procedure 40 2 V arious W ays to Copy NOTICE: • When copying in black and another color , always be sure to copy in black first. • When making two-color copies, 16 to 32-lb bond paper can be used. • Before inserting the cartridges, always rock each one left and right to evenly distribute the toner . • T ake care to smooth out any [...]

T roubleshooting 41 3 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 3 When Error Indicators Appear ............... 42 When Flashes .................................. 42 When Letters or Numbers Light Up / Flash .................................................. 43 Clearing Paper Jams (When Flashes) ............................ 44 Cleaning the Paper Roller (When t[...]

T roubleshooting 42 3 When Error Indicators Appear When Error Indicators Appear When something unusual happens to the copier unit, or if there is a paper jam, an error indicator , letters and/or numbers will light up or flash in the error message indicator on the control panel. When Flashes If flashes. Paper jam. Error Message Possible Cause Possib[...]

T roubleshooting 43 3 When Letters or Numbers Light Up / Flash If lights up. If the power cuts off after lights up. If then flash alternately . If then flash alternately . If then flash alternately . If paper jams occur often or if lights up frequently . Out of paper . The paper in the multi-stack tray is not loaded correctly . Something unusual ha[...]

T roubleshooting 44 3 Clearing Paper Jams (When Flashes) When a paper jam occurs, follow the procedure below to locate and remove the jam. Align the platen with the mark by sliding it to the left. Press the top cover release button and open the top cover of the copier . Check inside the copier for jammed paper . (See “Removing Jammed Paper”.) O[...]

T roubleshooting 45 3 • If neither edge of the jammed paper is visible, or if the paper is visible but cannot be reached by hand, close the top cover and pull the jammed paper free from the exit slot. Gently pull the jammed paper from the exit slot in the output direction. If the paper is not visible or is difficult to pull out, press the left co[...]

T roubleshooting 46 3 REQUEST : • Whenever there is a paper jam, even if you can see the jammed paper from the sides, be sure to open the top cover and remove the jammed paper from inside the copier rather than pulling it out from the sides. • Do not touch the black roller located inside the main unit. Black roller NOTICE: • If the jammed pap[...]

T roubleshooting 47 3 When Error Indicators Appear NOTICE: • W ait for the feeding roller to dry completely before copying. • Do not use any cleaning sprays to clean the feeding roller . Press the top cover release button and open the cover completely . Wipe clean the roller while turning it in the direction indicated by the arrows. Use a clean[...]

T roubleshooting 48 3 What to Do If You Suspect What to Do If You Suspect There is a Malfunction There is a Malfunction If you suspect there is a malfunction with your copier , before calling a service representative, check the list below to see if you can solve the problem yourself. Copier will not operate. Power will not turn ON / Power cuts off [...]

T roubleshooting 49 3 Paper jams occur frequently . White streaks appear on copies. Black streaks appear on copies. Copies are completely black. The copy paper is curled or wrinkled. Pieces of paper remain jammed in the main unit. The feeding roller is dirty . The toner in the cartridge is not evenly distributed. The fiber lens is dirty . There is [...]

T roubleshooting 50 3 Copy Image Copy Image Problems Problems If copies appear either too dark or too light and you can not get a clear copy , refer to the guidelines below . If Dark Bands/ Black Streaks Appear on Copies When this happens follow the procedure below to clean the fiber lens. If the problem persists after cleaning the fiber lens, then[...]

T roubleshooting 51 3 Cleaning the fiber lens (reverse side) Open the top cover and remove the cartridge. (See “Replacing Cartridges”, on p.21.) Fiber lens (reverse side) Clean the reverse side of the fiber lens. T o clean, run a cotton swab lightly over the entire length of the lens several times. Once the cleaning is complete replace the cart[...]

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Appendix 53 Cleaning the Copier ................................ 54 Routine Cleaning ................................... 55 Specifications .......................................... 56 Index .......................................................... 57 ppendix ppendix A[...]

Appendix 54 Cleaning the Copier Cleaning the Copier Cleaning the Copier Multi-stack Tray Platen Glass (top and bottom) Platen Cover Copy Tray[...]

Appendix 55 Routine Cleaning T o ensure optimum copy quality the platen glass, platen cover , copy tray and multi-stack tray should be cleaned on a regular basis. T o clean these parts, wipe with a cloth dampened with water or a mild cleaning agent and then wipe with a soft dry cloth. ■ Clean the external housing of the copier in the same way . ?[...]

Appendix 56 Specifications Specifications For details concerning features, consult your dealer . Features are subject to change without notice. For high-quality copies, use paper and transparencies recommended by Canon. Some types of paper available at of fice supply stores may not be suitable for this copier . If you have any questions about paper[...]

Appendix 57 Index Index Index A A (Auto) Indicator ( ) ...................................... 17, 33 Auto Power-OFF Feature ......................................... 31 Automatic Exposure Control Mode ............................ 32 B Black Roller .............................................................. 46 C Carrying Handle ..................[...]

Appendix 58 Index P P Error Indicator ........................................... 17, 43, 46 Paper Feed Guides ............................................ 16, 30 Paper Feeding Slot .................................................. 16 Paper Jam Indicator ( ) ..................... 17, 18, 42, 44 Paper Roller ........................................[...]