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Canon ImagePrograf iPF840 series - User Manual

Canon ImagePrograf iPF840 series
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Large Format Printer
Series
Basic Guide
Preface
Safety Precautions...................................................... 2
Manuals for this printer................................................... 6
Handling Paper
Handling rolls................................................................ 12
Handling sheets............................................................ 25
Consumables and Maintenance
Ink Tanks.......................................................................29
Printheads.....................................................................40
Maintenance Cartridge..................................................46
Cleaning the Printer...................................................... 51
Printer Parts
Operations and Display Screen.................................... 55
Printer parts.................................................................. 67
Printer Relocation
Preparing to Transfer the Printer...................................73
Software Installation
Installing the Printer Driver (Windows)..........................82
Installing the Printer Driver (Mac OS)........................... 84
Convenient Printer Driver Features.............................. 86
Adjustments for Better Print Quality
Adjusting the Printhead.................................................92
Adjusting the feed amount............................................ 94
Troubleshooting
Problems Regarding Paper...........................................97
Printing does not start................................................. 107
The printer stops during a print job............................. 109
Problems with the printing quality............................... 110
Cannot print over a network........................................ 117
Installation problems................................................... 118
HP-GL/2 problems...................................................... 119
Other problems........................................................... 121
Error Message
Messages regarding paper......................................... 125
Messages regarding ink.............................................. 134
Messages regarding printing or adjustment................ 136
Messages regarding printheads..................................138
Messages regarding the maintenance cartridge......... 140
Messages regarding the hard disk.............................. 141
Messages regarding HP-GL/2.....................................143
Other Messages..........................................................144
Error Messages...........................................................146
Manuals for this printer
Setup Guide
Quick Guide
Basic Guide Electronic manual
User's Guide Electronic manual
Paper Reference Guide Electronic manual
Read this manual before attempting to operate the printer.
Keep this manual in a handy location for future referencing.
ver1.00 2014-11-21
ENG

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Canon ImagePrograf iPF840 series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCanon
ModelImagePrograf iPF840 series
CategoryPrinter
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Preface

Safety Precautions

Essential safety guidelines for using the printer to prevent accidents and hazards.

Printer Location and Power Safety

Guidelines for safe setup environment and power connection precautions.

Consumable Handling and Moving Safety

Precautions for handling consumables and safely relocating the printer.

Legal and Trademark Information

Information regarding legal compliance, trademarks, and copyright.

Manuals for this Printer

Printer Manuals Overview

Details on available manuals like Setup, Quick, Basic, User, and Paper Reference Guides.

Handling Paper

Loading and Removing Rolls

Step-by-step instructions for loading and removing paper rolls from the printer.

Loading and Removing Sheets

Procedures for loading and removing sheet paper from the printer.

Consumables and Maintenance

Replacing Ink Tanks

Information and procedures for replacing ink tanks.

Replacing the Printhead

Instructions on when and how to replace the printhead.

Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge

Steps for replacing the printer's maintenance cartridge.

Cleaning the Printer

Procedures for cleaning the printer's interior and printhead for better quality.

Printer Parts

Control Panel and Display

Overview of the printer's interface, including the control panel and display screen.

Menu Operations and Structure

Guide to navigating and understanding the printer's menu system.

Physical Component Identification

Identification and description of the printer's external and internal parts.

Printer Relocation

Preparing for Transfer

Steps to prepare the printer for moving to a new location safely.

Reinstalling the Printer

Workflow for setting up the printer after it has been relocated.

Software Installation

Installing Printer Driver (Windows)

Step-by-step guide for installing the printer driver on Windows.

Installing Printer Driver (Mac OS)

Step-by-step guide for installing the printer driver on Mac OS.

Printer Driver Features

Print Preview

How to use the print preview function to check documents before printing.

Paper Handling Features

Using Rotate Page 90, Borderless Printing, and Large-Format printing options.

Size Adjustment Features

How to print documents at larger or smaller sizes using Enlarged/Reduced Printing.

Adjustments for Better Print Quality

Adjusting the Printhead

Automatic adjustment procedures for printhead alignment and quality.

Adjusting the Feed Amount

Methods for adjusting paper feed for print quality and length accuracy.

Troubleshooting

Problems Regarding Paper

Solutions for issues related to paper jams and feeding.

Printing Does Not Start

Troubleshooting steps when the printer fails to start or respond to jobs.

Printer Stops During Print Job

Diagnosing and resolving issues when the printer stops mid-print.

Problems with Printing Quality

Addressing issues like faint prints, banding, and color inaccuracies.

Network Printing Issues

Troubleshooting network connectivity and printing problems.

Installation Problems

Steps for removing installed printer drivers and utilities.

HP-GL2 Printing Issues

Solutions for issues specific to HP-GL/2 printing, such as misalignment.

Other Troubleshooting Issues

Resolving miscellaneous issues like printer not powering on or strange sounds.

Error Message

Paper-Related Errors

Error messages related to paper type, size, loading, and jams.

Ink-Related Errors

Error messages related to ink levels, tank detection, and empty tanks.

Printing and Adjustment Errors

Errors related to printing specifications, alignment, and blue platen switch.

Printhead Errors

Error messages concerning printhead installation, alignment, and cleaning.

Maintenance Cartridge Errors

Errors related to maintenance cartridge installation, level, and capacity.

Hard Disk Errors

Errors related to the printer's internal hard disk and memory.

HP-GL2 Errors

Error messages specific to HP-GL/2 print jobs and compatibility.

Other Error Messages

Troubleshooting for various other messages like hardware errors and cover status.

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