Canon printer Color imageCLASS MF8170c User Manual

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Precautions for Handling Toner Cartridges
Please use caution when handling the toner car tridges. Careless handling can 
damage delicate mechanical parts or cause deterioration of the print quality.  
Please read the following notices before installing or removing the toner cartridges.
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.
CAUTION
If toner gets onto your hands or clothing, wash it off immediately with cold 
water. Do not use warm water as this may set the toner permanently, and you 
may not be able to remove the toner stains.
IMPORTANT
•If a toner cartridge is removed from the machine during maintenance, attach the 
protective cover immediately and place it in the protective bag that it came in or wrap it 
with a thick cloth.
•Be careful not to hold or touch the prohibited portions such as the sensor or electrical 
contacts. It may result in damage to the machine.
Protective cover
Electrical
contacts
Sensor

	
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•Do not touch or hold the developing roller. The image quality may deteriorate. Do not 
apply shock to the toner cartridge memory or bring it near magnetic waves. It may result 
in damage to the machine.
•When handling a toner car tridge, hold it properly as shown in the figure. Do not set it 
vertically or upside-down.
•Never attempt to disassemble or modify the cartridge.
•If a toner cartridge is brought to an environment where the temperature differs extremely, 
condensation may occur both inside and on the outside of the cartridge. If you are going 
to install a cartridge that was stored in a cold place in a warm room, leave the cartridge 
stored in the protective bag for over two hours in the warm room so that it can adapt to 
the ambient temperature.
•Be sure to use a new toner cartridge within the expiration date indicated on the package.
•Using a genuine Canon toner cartridge is recommended.
Storing Toner Cartridges
Be careful of the following points for storing new cartridges or those that were 
removed for maintenance.
IMPORTANT
•Do not remove a new toner cartridge from the protective bag until it is ready to be used.
Toner cartridge 
memory
Developing roller

	
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•If a toner cartridge has to be removed from the machine for maintenance, attach the 
protective cover immediately and place it in the protective bag that it came in or wrap it 
with a thick cloth.
•Do not place it ver tically or upside-down. Store a cartridge in the same position as when 
installed in the machine.
•Do not store a cartridge in a place exposed to direct sunlight.
•Do not store a cartridge in a hot or humid place, or a place where the temperature and 
humidity can change significantly.
Storing temperature range: 
32 to 95 °F (0 to 35 °C)
Storing humidity range: 35 to 85 % RH (no condensation)
•Do not store a cartridge in a place that can generate corrosive gases such as ammonia, 
a place in which a considerable amount of salt is contained in the air, or a place with a lot 
of dust.
•Store the cartridge out of the reach of small children.
■Condensation
Even within the storable humidity range, water drops may develop both inside and on the 
outside of the cartridge due to the difference in temperature. The development of water 
drops is called condensation. Condensation will adversely affect the quality of the toner 
cartridge.
Recycling Used Cartridges
Canon has instituted a worldwide recycling program for 
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.
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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 car tridges 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 suppor t 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 cartridges.
•This program may be modified or discontinued without notice.

	
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U.S.A. PROGRAM
Packaging
■Option A-1: Single Box Return
•Repackage the empty cartridge utilizing the wrapper and pulp mould end-blocks 
from the new cartridge's box.
•Place the empty cartridge in the box of your new cartridge. Seal the box.
■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.

	
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■Option A-2: Multiple Box Return
We encourage you to use this option as a more efficient way to ship cartridges.
•Complete Option A-1.
•Bundle multiple cartridge boxes together securely with tape.
Please be sure that the shipment does not exceed UPS specifications.
Maximum weight = 70 lb (31.8 kg)
Maximum length = 108" (2,743 mm)
Maximum girth (length + 2 × width + 2 × height) = 130" (3,302 mm)
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.

	
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Shipping
Apply the UPS authorized returning label provided in this guide.
Residents of Alaska and Hawaii: Do not use the UPS authorized returning 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 returning 
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.
■Option B: MBE Drop off
Take the shipment to a participating MBE (Mail Boxes, Etc.) Center.
For location, please call 1-800-949-6660.
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, 
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CANADA PROGRAM-CANADA PROGRAMME
■Option A: Single Box Return
•Repackage the empty cartridge utilizing the wrapper and pulp mould end-blocks 
from the new cartridge's box.
•Place the empty cartridge in the box of your new 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 cartridge in any full size street mailbox or take it to your local 
Canada Post outlet or franchise.
■Option B: Volume Box Return (eight 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 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.

	
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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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Replacing the Drum Cartridge
This section describes the precautions for replacing, handling, and storing drum 
car tridges.
Replacing the Drum Cartridge
Drum cartridges are consumable products. Replace the drum cartridge with a new 
one when  or  appears in the 
LCD.
WARNING
Do not burn or throw used drum cartridges into open flames, as this may cause 
the toner remaining inside the cartridges to ignite resulting in burns or a fire.
CAUTION
•If toner gets onto your hands or clothing, wash it off immediately with cold 
water. Do not use warm water as this may set the toner permanently, and you 
may not be able to remove the toner stains.
•Do not touch the electrical contacts or gears in the cartridge cover, as this may 
result in an electric shock.
IMPORTANT
•Use only a drum cartridge intended for use with this machine.
•The inner portion of the machine must be cleaned when replacing the drum cartridge, 
therefore, have a soft, dry cloth available.



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