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Amy SpencerSep 9, 2025
What to do if my Brother IntelliFAX 885MC says 'COVER OPEN PLS CLOSE COVER'?
- BbrownfrancesSep 9, 2025
If your Brother Fax Machine displays 'COVER OPEN PLS CLOSE COVER', the cover is not completely closed. Close the cover.
What to do if my Brother IntelliFAX 885MC says 'COVER OPEN PLS CLOSE COVER'?
If your Brother Fax Machine displays 'COVER OPEN PLS CLOSE COVER', the cover is not completely closed. Close the cover.
Why does my Brother IntelliFAX 885MC say 'COOLING DOWN WAIT FOR A WHILE'?
If your Brother Fax Machine displays 'COOLING DOWN WAIT FOR A WHILE', the print head has overheated. Wait 30 minutes for it to cool.
What does 'CONNECTION FAIL' mean on my Brother IntelliFAX 885MC?
If your Brother Fax Machine displays 'CONNECTION FAIL', you have requested a polling call from another party, but the other fax machine is not in Poll Waiting mode. Verify the other parties polling setup.
General| Type | Plain Paper Fax |
|---|---|
| Modem Speed | 14.4 Kbps |
| Paper Capacity | 250 sheets |
| Compatibility | Windows, Mac |
| Transmission Speed | 6 seconds per page |
| Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) | Yes |
| Connectivity | Parallel |
Access technical questions and product info via fax-back system. Available 24/7.
Find product info, FAQs, and specs on the Brother website.
Contact Brother for technical and operational assistance.
Locate authorized Brother dealers or service centers.
Find service center addresses in Canada.
Manual compiled under Brother Industries, Ltd. Specifications subject to change.
Lists registered trademarks of Brother and other companies.
Details warranty coverage for defects in materials and workmanship.
Lists conditions that void the warranty, like unauthorized service or abuse.
Instructions for reporting defects and initiating service.
Explains repair or replacement process under warranty.
Details the process for product exchange under warranty terms.
Information on obtaining warranty service in Canada.
Guidance on how to find information within the owner's manual.
Tips on navigating the manual using headings, index, and symbols.
Explanation of symbols, boldface, and italics used in the manual.
Overview of features like Voice Mail interaction and Distinctive Ring.
Explanation of the audible signals during fax transmission.
Steps for verifying installation and registering the product.
Important safety precautions related to installation and electrical safety.
Guidelines for selecting an optimal and safe placement for the fax machine.
List of items included in the fax machine package.
Procedure for loading paper into the paper cassette.
Specifications for paper size, weight, and thickness.
Information on roll-over lines, two-line systems, and wall outlets.
Instructions for using the ADF for sending documents.
Steps for sending a fax manually.
Scanning documents into memory for faster transmission.
Setting contrast for light or dark originals.
Selecting resolution for optimal fax quality.
Optimizing fax transmission for international calls.
Scheduling faxes to be sent at a later time.
How to cancel delayed or polled fax jobs.
Sending faxes or making copies immediately.
Overview of One Touch, Speed Dial, and Groups.
Procedure for storing numbers for one-key dialing.
Procedure for storing numbers for two-digit dialing.
Steps for dialing numbers manually.
Using stored numbers for quick dialing.
Using stored numbers for quick dialing.
Using redial for the last dialed number.
Using the speakerphone for calls.
Sending faxes to multiple locations simultaneously.
Putting calls on hold.
Switching dialing mode for specific services.
Overview of supported services like Caller ID and Call Waiting.
Using Distinctive Ring service to identify call types.
Explanation of telephone company's Distinctive Ring service.
Guidance on selecting and registering ring patterns.
Steps to register a specific ring pattern.
Using the Caller ID service to view caller information.
Managing and viewing the history of received Caller IDs.
How to scroll through and view Caller ID entries.
Making calls directly from the Caller ID log.
Information on the CallManage service for low-cost calls.
Using CallManage for faxing.
Using CallManage for voice calls.
Terms and conditions for using CallManage.
Overview of storing fax and voice messages.
Configuring how memory is used for faxes and voice.
Selecting storage options for fax and voice messages.
Recording the outgoing announcement for the Message Center.
How to play back recorded outgoing messages.
How to delete recorded outgoing messages.
Steps to listen to recorded voice messages.
How to print stored fax messages.
Methods for erasing voice and fax messages.
Deleting single voice messages.
Deleting all voice or fax messages.
Feature to reduce toll charges on incoming calls.
Controlling speaker volume for incoming voice messages.
Setting up automatic fax forwarding or paging.
Entering the number for fax forwarding.
Steps to access remote features with a code.
Modifying the remote access code.
Modifying the remote fax forwarding number.
Basic instructions for making copies.
Overview of the fax machine's copying capabilities.
Steps to make one copy.
Adjusting copy size, reduction, or enlargement.
Initial setup for transmission and activity reports.
Enabling reports for fax transmission success.
Accessing various reports via the Reports key.
Notices regarding telephone line connections and FCC compliance.
General safety guidelines for using the product.
Guidance for resolving common issues.
Explanation of error messages and their causes/actions.
Steps to resolve paper jams.
General tips for diagnosing machine problems.
Troubleshooting print quality issues.
Troubleshooting fax transmission quality and dialing.
Tips for improving fax transmission quality.
Troubleshooting dialing issues.
Troubleshooting issues with incoming calls and custom features.
Resolving double-ring issues.
Troubleshooting false fax tone detection.
Instructions for cleaning the scanner glass and strip.
Instructions for cleaning the print head.
