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Canon

PC880/860

Operator’s Manual

ENGLISH

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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 most of its many functions. After you finish reading
this manual, store it in a safe place for future reference.

CAUTION:

In this manual, CAUTION MESSAGES with this symbol indicate that neglecting the suggested procedure or practice could
result in personal injury.

NOTICE:

Considerable effort has been made to ensure that this manual is free of inaccuracies and omissions. However, as we are
constantly improving our products, some of the data contained herein may not exactly reflect the current model of the
particular product with which this manual has been included. If you have a need for an exact specification, please contact
Canon for the current specification.

This copier model meets the ENERGY STAR Program for energy efficiency.

The International ENERGY STAR Office Equipment Program is an international program that promotes energy saving
through the use of computers and other office equipment. The program backs the development and dissemination of
products with functions that effectively reduce energy consumption. 
It is an open system in which business proprietors can participate voluntarily. The targeted products are office equipment
such as computers, displays, printers, facsimiles, and copiers. Their standards and logos are uniform among participating
nations.

Summary of Contents for PC880

Page 1: ...accuracies and omissions However as we are constantly improving our products some of the data contained herein may not exactly reflect the current model of the particular product with which this manua...

Page 2: ...g Using Preset Copy Ratios 35 Enlarging Reducing Using the Zoom Key 36 Making Multiple Copies with a Selected Copy Ratio 38 Special Features 39 Making Two sided Copies 39 Copying Thick Books or Large...

Page 3: ...r over Reset Inner side Front side Title function name Descriptions of Functions and Sample Copy output is simply described using illustrations Operational Instructions Numbered steps describe how to...

Page 4: ...mediately turn OFF the power switch and unplug the power plug from the outlet Then contact your service representative CAUTION I Do not install the copier in unstable locations such as on unsteady pla...

Page 5: ...e or electrical shock I Do not bundle up or tie the power cord in a knot as this may result in a fire or electrical shock I Insert the power cord completely into the outlet as failure to do so may res...

Page 6: ...when unplugging the power plug Pulling on the power cord may expose or snap the core wire or otherwise damage the power cord If the cord is damaged this could cause an electricity leak and result in a...

Page 7: ...le substances alcohol benzene paint thinner etc inside the copier If these items come into contact with a high voltage area inside the copier this may result in a fire or electrical shock If these ite...

Page 8: ...r which are subject to high voltages and high temperatures Take adequate precaution when performing internal inspections to avoid burns or electrical shock I When removing jammed paper or when inspect...

Page 9: ...toner to ignite and result in burns or a fire I Do not store cartridges or copy paper in places exposed to open flames as this may cause the toner or copy paper to ignite and result in burns or fire C...

Page 10: ...alcohol benzene or paint thinner on the copier If a foreign object or liquid comes in contact with a voltage point inside the copier it could result in a risk of fire or an electric shock could occur...

Page 11: ...s if the machine is used for a prolonged period of time in a poorly ventilated room or when making lots of copies be sure to ventilate the room to make the working environment as comfortable as possib...

Page 12: ...reset Copy Ratio display Lights to indicate the selected preset copy ratio Exposure Adjustment lever Slide to manually adjust the copy exposure Move the lever to the right to make copies darker and to...

Page 13: ...ly indicator PC880 Lights to indicate the selected paper supply the cassette or the multi stack bypass If there is no paper loaded it will flash Paper Jam indicator Flashes when there is a paper jam S...

Page 14: ...appropriate installation site See Installation Precautions on p 11 Then follow the procedure described below to install the copier REQUEST I Do not insert the copier plug press the power switch or tur...

Page 15: ...attachment holder NOTICE I You will need these shipping attachments whenever you transport the copier so store them in the shipping attachment holder See Transporting the Copier and Repacking on p 26...

Page 16: ...f the arrow mark away from the cartridge CAUTION I When removing the sealing tape take care not to allow the toner on the sealing tape to come into contact with your hands or clothing If you get toner...

Page 17: ...away from you 10 Close the main unit by pressing down firmly on the part marked CAUTION I When you close the main unit be careful not to get your hand in the way Connecting the Power Cord 11 Plug one...

Page 18: ...the Multi stack bypass 14 Insert the Multi stack bypass so that the tabs on the right and left side of the Multi stack bypass fit into the two holes in the copier NOTICE I Make sure that the tabs on t...

Page 19: ...er to ignite and resulting in burns or fire Do not copy on the following types of copy stock doing so will result in paper jams I Severely curled or wrinkled paper I Transparencies for digital full co...

Page 20: ...e comes to a stop 2 Open a package of copy paper and remove the paper stack NOTICE I If the copy paper is curled uncurl it before placing it in the cassette Failure to do so will cause paper creases a...

Page 21: ...sette If Copy Paper is Sticking Out of the Cassette Sometimes when you pull out the cassette copy paper may stick out as shown in the illustration to the right Make sure that the paper is neatly loade...

Page 22: ...can adjust the cassette to hold the following standard paper sizes A4 and A5 MEMO I You can load LTR LGL and STMT size paper See To load LTR and LGL size paper in the cassette on p 24 1 Remove the ca...

Page 23: ...ING THE COPIER 5 Tilt the length guide over towards the inside of the cassette to remove 6 Fit in the length guide into the length mark for the paper to be loaded in the cassette 7 Load the copy paper...

Page 24: ...own in the figure and push the stopper up from the rear side of the cassette with the other hand 4 Remove the stopper as shown in the figure 5 Align the width and the length guides with the LTR or LGL...

Page 25: ...aper size the quality of your copy images may be adversely affected 3 Load the copy stock face up into the multi stack bypass NOTICE I Insert the copy stock into the copier as far as it will go I If t...

Page 26: ...and pull it out of the copier 9 Close the main unit by pressing down firmly on the part marked 10 Re attach shipping attachment a on the left side of the main unit and which was pulled out of the ship...

Page 27: ...r gently to avoid catching your hand as this may result in personal injury MEMO I After placing the original lower the platen glass cover Do not copy with the platen glass cover left open doing so wil...

Page 28: ...n you finish copying press the power switch OFF CAUTION I If the copier will not be used for an even longer period of time such as during consecutive holidays unplug the power plug for safety Special...

Page 29: ...n glass cover gently to avoid catching your hand as this may result in personal injury I Do not press down hard on the platen glass cover when using the platen glass to copy thick books This may damag...

Page 30: ...ass The side that you want to copy must face downward Align the original between the appropriate paper size marks CAUTION I Close the platen glass cover gently to avoid catching your hand as this may...

Page 31: ...centre of it aligned with the mark 1 Adjust the slide guides for the width of the transparency 2 Load transparencies on the multi stack bypass one at a time PC880 Insert a transparency into the singl...

Page 32: ...tity appears in the Copy quantity Copy ratio display To increase the copy quantity press the key To decrease the copy quantity press the key To clear the copy quantity to 1 press the Clear Stop key Zo...

Page 33: ...he copy exposure MEMO I Each press of the Exposure Mode Select key lights the Exposure Mode indicator in the following order Manual Exposure Control This mode allows you to manually select the desired...

Page 34: ...xposure Adjustment lever To make darker copies move the lever to the right To make lighter copies move the lever to the left Toner Saver Mode Copying to Reduce Toner Consumption This mode allows you t...

Page 35: ...rks 2 Press the Preset Copy Ratio key Press it the number of times necessary to light up the desired copy ratio MEMO I When you press the Preset Copy Ratio key the preset copy ratios will appear in th...

Page 36: ...turn to the direct copy ratio 100 while is flashing press the Clear Stop key MEMO I The Copy quantity Copy ratio display will display the copy quantity three seconds after you have finished setting th...

Page 37: ...EMO I To stop copying press the Clear Stop key C How to Calculate the Zoom Ratio To calculate the Zoom Ratio follow the procedure described below Desired Copy Size v Original Size 100 You can choose f...

Page 38: ...Preset Copy Ratio key or Zoom key Preset Copy Ratio Press the Preset Copy Ratio key the number of times necessary to light up the indicator in the Preset Copy quantity Copy ratio display for the desi...

Page 39: ...the top edge of the original is opposite to the top edge of the first original Landscape orientation originals Load so that the orientation is the same as the first original 3 Insert the copied sheet...

Page 40: ...cover hold it with both hands so that it does not fall forward Making Copies 3 Place your original on the platen glass Then Press the Start key I For instructions on how to set the copying features s...

Page 41: ...streaks or light bands on copies indicate that the toner in the cartridge has run low Paper feeding direction N Remove the cartridge from the copier Hold the cartridge level and rock it several times...

Page 42: ...ls with less print will use less toner However although you may be able to use the cartridge longer than indicated above dark bands might appear on copies Handling and Storing the Cartridge To ensure...

Page 43: ...o its shipping box and store it away from direct sunlight I Do not stand the cartridge on end or turn it upside down I Avoid storing the cartridge in front of heaters and humidifiers etc Store it in a...

Page 44: ...used cartridge and pull it out of the copier WARNING I Do not throw used cartridge into open flames as this may ignite the toner remaining inside the cartridges and result in burns or a fire CAUTION I...

Page 45: ...o not press down forcefully on the cartridge MEMO I The sealing tape grip is affixed to the end of the cartridge Before pulling out the tape be sure to peel it from the end of the cartridge Then pull...

Page 46: ...he optional universal cassette 250 sheets is being used lights PC860 Paper Jam indicator flashes There is a paper jam See p 48 and another number flash alternately The copier is not operating as usual...

Page 47: ...y paper Place copy paper in the cassette See p 20 Re insert the copy paper Pull out the cassette and make sure that the copy paper is loaded properly See p 20 I Are the paper guides aligned correctly...

Page 48: ...old water Washing with warm water will set the toner and make it impossible to remove the toner stains I When removing copy paper which has become jammed from inside the copier remove the jammed copy...

Page 49: ...or Single sheet Bypass PC860 Slowly remove any jammed copy paper from the copier Cassette 1 Open the right cover 2 Slowly remove any jammed paper behind the right cover 3 Close the right cover NOTICE...

Page 50: ...he copier is brought from the cold outdoors into a warm room or if the room is rapidly heated condensation may form inside the copier This can adversely affect the quality of your copy images When the...

Page 51: ...o so will cause a paper jam 1 Raise the platen glass cover and remove the static charge eliminator cleaning brush that is attached to it 2 Lift the main unit lever on the left side to open the main un...

Page 52: ...however a new one will be needed soon Replace the cartridge with a new one See p 44 If Copies Are Completely Black Some possible causes and remedies I The platen glass cover or the platen glass is dir...

Page 53: ...l Press the Exposure Mode Select key to select Manual Exposure M Photo or Toner Saver Adjust the copy exposure level by sliding the Exposure Adjustment lever See p 33 To make darker copies move the le...

Page 54: ...e platen glass Q If not place the original to be copied on the platen glass Check the control panel I Is the Paper Supply indicator flashing and lit in the Copy quantity Copy ratio display PC880 I Is...

Page 55: ...or paint thinner Doing so may cause damage to the copier a fire or an electric shock CAUTION I Unplug the power plug from the outlet at least once a year and clean the area around the base of the plug...

Page 56: ...increments 15 Paper Feeding System Cassette Feeding 250 sheets 1 Multi stack bypass L PC880 50 sheets stack approx 5 mm high Single sheet bypass L PC860 1 sheet 16 Multiple Copies 1 100 17 Power Requi...

Page 57: ...xposure adjustment lever 12 33 53 Exposure mode indicator 12 33 Exposure mode Select key 12 33 53 Exposure recalibration switch 13 53 F Features 56 H Handling Precautions 10 I Installation Precautions...

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