Canon printer imageCLASS MF3111 User Manual

CHAPTER
Customer Support1-1
1Introduction
This chapter describes the main components, the operation panel and the standby display of 
the machine. It also explains how to set the energy saver function.
Customer Support
Your machine is designed with the latest technology to provide trouble-free 
operation. If you encounter a problem with the machines operation, try to solve it by 
using the information in Chapter 9, Troubleshooting. If you cannot solve the 
problem or if you think your machine needs...

Main Components of the Machine1-2
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Main Components of the Machine
This section describes the main components of the machine.
Front View
aPlaten glass cover
Open it when you place documents on the platen 
glass for copying or scanning.
bPlaten glass
Place documents.
cOperation panel
Controls the machine.
dOutput tray
Outputs printouts.
eFront cover
Open it when you install the cartridge, or remove 
jammed paper.
fMulti-purpose feeder
Used when printing paper one by one manually.
gCassette...

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Rear View
aUSB port
Connect the USB (Universal Serial Bus) cable.
bFace up cover
Open it when you output paper face up, or 
remove jammed paper.
cPower socket
Connect the power cord.
dExtension cover
Protects paper supply in the cassette from dirt 
and dust.
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Operation Panel1-4
Introduction
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Operation Panel
aCOPY key
Switches the standby display to the Copy mode.
bSCAN key
Switches the standby display to the Scan mode.
cEnlarge/Reduce key
Sets an enlargement or reduction ratio of the 
copy.
dExposure key
Adjusts the copy exposure.
eAlarm indicator
Flashes red when the machine has a problem 
such as a paper jam. (The error message is 
displayed in the LCD.)
fLCD
Displays messages and prompts during 
operation. Also displays selections, text, and 
numbers when...

Standby Display1-5
Introduction
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Standby Display
The standby display differs depending on which mode is selected. 
The standby display in the Copy or Scan mode is as follows:
■Copy Mode
■Scan Mode
NOTE
When the machine is plugged in, the LCD displays  for a while, then 
the standby display appears.
Copy ratio
Exposure Copy
quantity Paper size
Image
quality
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Energy Saver Mode1-6
Introduction
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Energy Saver Mode
This machine provides an energy saver function. When no operations are 
performed for about 5 minutes, the machine automatically enters the energy saver 
mode.
NOTE
•The time until the machine enters the energy saver mode can be specified in a range of 3 
minutes to 30 minutes. You can also turn off the energy saver function. For details on the 
energy saver mode settings, see  of Menu Descriptions, on p. 
10-4.
•The energy saver function does not...

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Restoring from the Energy Saver Mode Manually
1Press [Energy Saver].
The Energy Saver key goes off and the machine enters the standby mode.
NOTE
The machine can be restored from the energy saver mode immediately. However, it may 
vary according to room temperature and circumstances.
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CHAPTER
Print Media Requirements2-1
2Paper Handling
This chapter describes the media you can use with this machine, how to load them, and where 
the documents come out.
Print Media Requirements
For high-quality copies, we recommend using paper and transparencies 
recommended by Canon. Some types of paper available at office supply stores may 
not be suitable for this machine. If you have any questions about paper and 
transparencies, contact Canon Authorized Service Facilities or the Canon Customer 
Care...

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Paper Handling
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■Unacceptable Paper
Do not copy on the following types of copy stock. Doing so may result in paper 
jams.
•Severely curled or wrinkled paper
•Transparencies designed for full-color copiers or printers
•Paper which has already been copied using a digital full-color copier (Do not copy 
on the reverse side.)
•Paper which has been printed on using a thermal transfer printer (Do not copy on 
the reverse side.)
IMPORTANT
Never attempt to make copies on full-color...