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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 center position.
Plug the power cord into an electrical
outlet.
 WARNING:
•This copier is only designed for use with the
power source shown on the marking label
located on the back of the copier. If you are
unsure of the  power source, check with your
local power company.
NOTICE:
•If the copier is brought in from a cold place to a
warm one, or if the location of the copier should
be rapidly heated, condensation will form inside
the copier. This may adversely affect the quality
of the copy images (e.g., blacked-out copies).
When the copier is exposed to such conditions,
allow at least two hours for the copier to adjust
to room temperature before attempting to
operate it.
Replacing and Replacing and
Storing Storing
Cartridges Cartridges
About the Cartridge
The cartridges for use in this
copier are the Canon Cartridge
E20  (Black) or the Canon
Cartridge E (in Red, Blue, Green
or Sepia) is also available. Each
cartridge is a consumable item
and should be replaced when the
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Test 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
Cartridge
When light bands or white streaks
appear on copies, then the toner
in the cartridge has run low.
Before it runs out completely be
sure to purchase a replacement
cartridge.
Paper feeding 
direction
While holding the cartridge level, rock it
several times to the left and right at a 90°
angle.
Reinstall the cartridge in the copier and
make a test copy.
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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 number of copies that can be made per cartridge depends in part on the copy exposure
settings, room temperature and humidity.
Approximate copy yieldReplacing Cartridges
Before removing the cartridge be
sure to turn the power switch
OFF.
Slide the platen to the left until the mark is exposed.
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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 times 90° to
the right and left to evenly distribute the
toner throughout the cartridge.
Peel the sealing tape grip from the end of
the cartridge. Grasp the grip and pull the
sealing tape out in the direction of the
arrow mark away from the cartridge.
 CAUTION:
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 on either your hands or clothing, wash
immediately with cold water. Washing with warm
water will set the toner and make it impossible
to remove.
MEMO:
The sealing tape is approximately 20” long. Be
sure to pull the sealing tape completely out of
the cartridge.
Hold the cartridge so that the side with
the written instructions is facing to the
left. Then, carefully insert the cartridge
into the copier as far as it will go.
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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.
 WARNING:
•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 all of the sealing tape out from
the cartridge.
•Do not pull the sealing tape out from the
cartridge at an angle. If the sealing tape breaks
before being pulled out fully, the cartridge is no
longer able to be used in the copier.
MEMO:
•While replacing the cartridge, all current copy
settings will be canceled. Be sure to reprogram
the settings before resuming copying.
•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
the tape out slowly from the cartridge.
•When replacement of the cartridge is finished be
sure the cover is closed all the way. If not, the
power may turn OFF when the copier is
operated.
•When packing the cartridge, insert it in the bag
so that the side with the written instructions is
facing upwards. Then place the cartridge into its
box.Cartridge Handling
Precautions
Drum’s protective shutter
•Always hold the cartridge as shown so
that the side with the written instructions is
facing upwards. Do not forcefully move or
push the protective shutter of the drum in
any way.
•Never attempt to disassemble the
cartridge or open the protective cover of
the drum.
•If the 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 effect
the quality of your copy images (e.g.,
blacked-out copies). When the copier is
exposed to such conditions, allow at least
two hours for the copier to adjust to room
temperature before attempting to use it.
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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
same time, keeps the environment cleaner
by reducing landfill waste. Complete details
concerning this program are enclosed in
each PC Cartridge Box, and mentioned in
this manual.Cartridge Storing Precautions
Store all unused cartridges according to the following guidelines.
•Place the cartridge in the shipping bag so that the side with the written
instructions is facing upwards. Then place the cartridge into its shipping
box. Store the unused cartridges out of direct sunlight.
•If you do not have the shipping bag and box, be sure to store the cartridge
in a dark location. Make sure that the side with the written instructions is
always facing upwards.
•Do not stand the cartridge on end or turn it upside down.
•Store the cartridges out of reach of small children.
•Never place the cartridges near heaters or humidifiers, etc. Always store
at 104°F or less.
•The recommended storage conditions are as follows:
Temperature 68°F to 77°F
Relative Humidity 40% to 70%
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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 Research and Education
•Encouraging Outdoors Appreciation
The remaining “Clean Earth” initiatives are
supported in the U.S. through sponsorships
of the National Park Foundation, the National
Wildlife Federation, and The Nature
Conservancy and in Canada through
donations to the World Wildlife Fund Canada
and The Nature Conservancy of Canada.
Since its inception, The Canon Cartridge
Recycling Program has collected millions of
cartridges that otherwise would have been
discarded into landfills or similar facilities.
Instead, this rapidly growing program returns
used cartridges to the manufacturing
process, thus conserving an array of
resources.
Becoming a part of this worthwhile program
is easy.  When your cartridge is of no further
use, simply follow the instructions detailed for
U.S. or Canadian residents.We appreciate your support of The Canon
Cartridge Recycling Program.
Working together we can make a significant
contribution to a cleaner planet.
•Cartridges collected through this program
are not refilled.
•You are not entitled to a tax deduction or
rebate for the return of empty toner
cartridges.
•This program may be modified or
discontinued without notice.
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Option B: Volume 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 use this option as a
more efficient way to ship cartridges.
•Complete Option A.
•Bundle multiple cartridge boxes together
securely with tape.
Please be sure that the shipment does not
exceed UPS specifications.
Maximum weight = 70 pounds   Maximum
length = 108 inches
Maximum girth (length + 2 x width + 2 x
height) = 130 inches
If your shipment exceeds the above limits,
please call 1-800-OK-CANON for special
shipping information.
Please Note:
Do not send defective cartridges for
replacement.
Defective cartridges under warranty should be
exchanged by an authorized dealer or service
facility as provided in the warranty.
U.S.A. CARTRIDGE
RECYCLING PROGRAM
PACKAGING
Option A: Single Box Return
•Repackage the empty toner cartridge
utilizing the wrapper and pulp mold end-
blocks from the new cartridge’s box.
•Place the empty toner cartridge in the box
from your new toner cartridge.  Seal the
box.The Clean Earth Campaign
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Option B: UPS Drop off
Take 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-CANONSHIPPING
Affix UPS authorized return label provided in
this brochure.
Residents of Alaska and Hawaii:
Do not use UPS authorized return label.  For
Alaska and Hawaii Canon set up alternative
mail service with the U.S. Postal Service.
Please call 1-800-OK-CANON to receive
U.S. Postal Service merchandise return
label.Option A: UPS Pick-up
•Give the shipment to your UPS driver
when you receive your next regular
delivery;
or
•Take the shipment to your local UPS
receiving point.
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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 brochure.
Canon’s labels are specially marked so
that Canon pays the postage.
•Deposit your empty toner cartridge in any
full size street mailbox or take it to your
local Canada Post outlet or franchise.
Option B: Volume Box Return (8 or more
cartridges)
We encourage you to use this option as a
more efficient way
to ship cartridges.
•Call 1-800-667-2666 to receive your free
Canon collection box kit.
The collection box can accommodate
eight individual cartridge boxes.
•Place your eight individually packaged
boxes of empty toner cartridges into the
Canon collection box.  Seal the box.
•Apply the Canon Canada Inc./Canada
Post label provided in this brochure.
Canon’s labels are specially marked so
that Canon pays the postage.
•Deliver to any local Canada Post outlet or
franchise.  Customers who hold a
Commercial pick-up agreement with
Canada Post may have their collection
box picked up.
Working to preserve endangered species is a
long-standing Canon interest.
To this end, for every cartridge collected,
Canon Canada donates $1, shared equally
between World Wildlife Fund Canada and the
Nature Conservancy of Canada.  This
donation is utilized in Canada.
For further information about The Clean
Earth Campaign in Canada, please call or
write to Canon.
1-800-667-2666
Canon Canada Inc.
Corporate Customer Relations
6390 Dixie Road
Mississauga, ON L5T 1P7
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