Panasonic Kx Mc6040 Operating Instructions Manual

LThis unit is compatible with Caller ID. You must subscribe to the appropriate service offered 
by your service provider/telephone company.
Operating Instructions
Color Laser Multi-Function Printer
Model No. KX-MC6040
Do NOT connect the unit to a computer with the USB cable until prompted by the Multi-
Function Station (CD-ROM).
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Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic Multi-
Function Printer.
You can select English or Spanish for the language.
The display and reports will be in the selected language. 
The default setting is English. If you want to change the 
setting, see feature #110 on page 57.
Caution:
LDo not rub or use an eraser on the printed side of 
recording paper, as the print may smear.
Trademarks:
LMicrosoft, Windows, Windows Vista and Internet 
Explorer are either registered trademarks or 
trademarks of Microsoft...

Important Information
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Important Information Important Information
For your safety
Laser radiation
Fuser unit
Note:
LThe left side of the unit (2) and the area near the 
recording paper exit (3) also get warm. This is 
normal.
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For best performance
Toner cartridge and drum cartridge
LWhen replacing the toner cartridge or drum 
cartridge, do not allow dust, water, or liquids to...

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For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/help LDo not cover slots or openings on the unit. Inspect 
the air circulation vents regularly and remove any 
dust build-up with a vacuum cleaner (1).
Routine care
LWipe the outer surface of the unit with a soft cloth. Do 
not use benzine, thinner, or any abrasive powder.
Moving the unit
The unit weighs approximately 30 kg (67 lb). It is highly 
recommended that two people handle this unit.
When moving the unit, hold both of...

Table of Contents
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1.  Ta ble of Contents1. Introduction and Installation
Accessories
1.1 Supplied accessories ....................................7
1.2 Accessory information ...................................7
Finding the Controls
1.3 Button descriptions ........................................8
1.4 Display descriptions ......................................9
1.5 Overview .....................................................10
Installation
1.6 Toner cartridge and drum cartridge .............11
1.7...

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11.Help
Error Messages
11.1 Error messages – Reports ..........................81
11.2 Error messages – Display ...........................82
Troubleshooting
11.3 When a function does not work ...................86
12.Paper Jams
Jams
12.1 Recording paper jam ...................................95
12.2 Document jams (Automatic document feeder)
..................................................................100
13.Cleaning
Cleaning
13.1 Cleaning the white plates and glass...

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Acc ess orie s
1.1 Supplied accessories
*1 Prints about 1,000 letter-size pages with a 5 % 
coverage (page 106).
Note:
LSave the original carton and packing materials for 
future shipping and transportation of the unit.
LAfter unpacking the product, take care of the power 
plug cap and/or packing materials...

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To place an order by fax
Fax: (800) 237-9080
Include:
– your name, shipping address and telephone number
– credit card type, number, expiration date and your 
signature
– part number and quantity
To place an order by telephone
Telephone: (800) 332-5368
(Monday - Friday 9 am to 9 pm, EST.)
Find in g the  Co ntrols
1.3 Button descriptions
A{Copy}
LTo switch to copy mode (page 20, 37).
B{Scan}
LTo switch to scan...

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O{Black}
LTo copy a document in monochrome (page 37).
LTo scan a document in monochrome (push scan) 
(page 33).
LTo send or receive a fax (page 42, 47).
LTo print a received fax document (page 49).
P{Color}
LTo copy a document in color (page 37).
LTo scan a document in color (push scan) (page 
33).
Q{Stop}
LTo stop an operation or programming session.
*1 See page 10 for details.
1.4 Display descriptions
AFeature...

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1.4.1 Display and buttons
The following buttons can be used to navigate through 
operations or to select items shown on the display.
A{Advance}
LTo change the display between basic and 
advanced feature modes.
LTo change the feature settings during operation.
B{Set}
LTo store a setting during programming.
LTo place “,” and select the item, or remove “,” 
and cancel the selected item.
C{Back}
LTo return to the...