Canon Pc170 User Guide

OPERATORS  MANUAL
Please read this manual before operating this equipment.
After you finish reading this manual, 
store it in a safe place for future reference.
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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...

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■Symbols Used in This Operator’s Manual
 WARNING:
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 or damage to
property if not performed correctly. In order to
use the machine safely, always pay attention
to these cautions.
 REQUEST:
Indicates important items or...

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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...

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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.................................. 34
Various Ways to Copy............................. 35
Postcards, Transparencies
and Other Stock................................. 35
Making...

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Telephone 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 1-800-263-1121
Supplies & Accessories
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supplies and accessories for your...

Getting Started
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Getting Started Getting Started
 Safety Considerations......................... 6
Handling Precautions............................. 10
Installation Precautions.......................... 11
Transporting the Copier......................... 12
Carrying the Copier
by the Carrying Handle...................... 12
Carrying the Copier by the Sides.......... 13
Transporting the Copier by Car............. 14
Parts and Their Functions...................... 15
Main...

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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 contact
with a high-voltage area inside the copier,
this may result in a fire or electrical shock.
•Necklaces and other metal objects
•Cups, vases, flowerpots and...

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●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 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, untie...

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●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 flammable
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...