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Service Manual L90/L140/L160/L230 Series FAX-L140 Feb 6 2008...
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Canon will release technical information as the need arises. In the event of major changes in the contents of this manual over a long or short period, Canon will issue a new edition of this manual.
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Introduction Symbols Used This documentation uses the following symbols to indicate special information: Symbol Description Indicates an item of a non-specific nature, possibly classified as Note, Caution, or Warning. Indicates an item requiring care to avoid electric shocks. Indicates an item requiring care to avoid combustion (fire). Indicates an item prohibiting disassembly to avoid electric shocks or problems.
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Introduction The following rules apply throughout this Service Manual: 1. Each chapter contains sections explaining the purpose of specific functions and the relationship between electrical and mechanical systems with refer- ence to the timing of operation. In the diagrams, represents the path of mechanical drive; where a signal name accompanies the symbol , the arrow indicates the direction of the electric signal.
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Contents Chapter 4 Image Formation 4.1 Overview/Configuration ..........................4- 1 4.1.1 Overview ..................................4- 1 4.2 Toner Cartridge ............................4- 1 4.2.1 Display the message...............................4- 1 4.3 Parts Replacement Procedure ........................4- 1 4.3.1 Transfer Charging Roller............................4- 1 4.3.1.1 Removing the Transfer Charging Roller ..........................4- 1 Chapter 5 Pickup and Feed System 5.1 Overview/Configuration ..........................
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Contents 6.4.2.2 Removing the Fixing Film Unit ..............................6- 3 6.4.3 Fixing Pressure Roller ............................. 6- 4 6.4.3.1 Preparation for Removing the Fixing Pressure Roller......................6- 4 6.4.3.2 Removing the Fixing Pressure Roller ............................6- 4 Chapter 7 External and Controls 7.1 Power Supply .............................7- 1 7.1.1 Protection Function..............................
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Contents 7.2.16.2 Removing the Paper Width Sensor PCB ..........................7- 7 7.2.17 Speaker..................................7- 7 7.2.17.1 Preparation for Removing the Speaker..........................7- 7 7.2.17.2 Removing the Speaker................................7- 7 Chapter 8 Maintenance and Inspection 8.1 Periodically Replaced Parts ........................8- 1 8.1.1 Periodic Replacement Parts ............................8- 1 8.2 Consumables .............................
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Contents 12.3.3.1 List of Functions ................................. 12- 11 12.3.3.2 Details of Bit 1 ..................................12- 11 12.3.3.3 Details of Bit 2 ..................................12- 11 12.3.4 SSSW-SW16 ..............................12- 11 12.3.4.1 List of Functions ................................. 12- 11 12.3.4.2 Details of Bit 3 ..................................12- 12 12.3.5 SSSW-SW30 ..............................
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Contents Contents 1.1 Product Specifications..............................1-1 1.1.1 Names of Parts ..................................... 1-1 1.1.1.1 External View........................................1-1 1.1.1.2 Operation Panel.......................................1-2 1.1.2 Safety ......................................1-2 1.1.2.1 Safety of Laser Light.......................................1-2 1.1.2.2 Handling the Laser Unit ....................................1-3 1.1.2.3 Safety of Toner........................................1-3 1.1.2.4 Point to Note about Fire ....................................1-3 1.1.2.5 Point to Note about Battery Replacement ...............................1-3 1.1.3 Function List ....................................
Chapter 1 1.1.2.2 Handling the Laser Unit 0018-4894 The laser scanner unit emits invisible laser light inside it. If exposed to laser light, the human eye can irreparably be damaged. Never attempt to disassemble the laser scanner unit. (It is not designed for servicing in the field). The covers around the laser scanner unit are identified by the following label [1].
Chapter 1 1.1.3 Function List 1.1.3.1 Scanning Range (Transmission) 0018-4882 [10] F-1-5 T-1-4 [1] Document leading edge [6] Effective scanning length [2] Left margin [7] Bottom margin [3] Effective scanning width [8] Scanning drop out range [4] Right margin [9] Scanning range [5] Top margin [10] Document trailing edge T-1-5...
Chapter 1 T-1-6 [1] Paper leading edge [6] Effective printing length [2] Left margin [7] Bottom margin [3] Effective printing width [8] Printing drop out range [4] Right margin [9] Printing range [5] Top margin [10] Paper trailing edge T-1-7 Item Letter Legal...
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Chapter 1 Computer Any computer on whitch Windows 98/98SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000, or Windows XP runs properly. T-1-10 Available Free Disk Space 24 MB of RAM or Intel 80486DX 66 MHz or At least 355MB or greater is Windows 98/98SE greater is greater recommended...
Chapter 2 2.1 Overview/Configuration T-2-1 2.1.1 Overview 0018-4898 F-2-1 [1] Separation guide [4] Contact sensor [2] Separation roller [5] Document delivery roller [3] Document feed roller 2.2.1.2 Removing the Scraper 0018-4168 1) Free the claw [1], and detach the upper reader unit frame [2]. Reading from the ADF To avoid skew feeding, documents loaded on the document tray are retained in the horizontal direction by the slide guide.
Chapter 2 F-2-7 F-2-4 2.2.2 Contact Sensor 2.2.2.1 Preparation for Removing the Contact Sensor 0018-4169 1) Remove the document feed tray and the paper tray cover. (page 7-2)Ref- erence[Removing the Document Feed Tray and the Paper Tray Cover] 2) Detach the right cover. (page 7-2)Reference[Detaching the Right Cov- 3) Detach the left cover.
Chapter 2 5) Detach the contact sensor [1] from the lower reader unit frame, and dis- connect the connector [2]. F-2-8 2.2.3 Separation Roller 2.2.3.1 Preparation for Removing the Document Separation Roller 0018-4171 1) Remove the document feed tray and the paper tray cover. (page 7-2)Ref- erence[Removing the Document Feed Tray and the Paper Tray Cover] 2) Detach the right cover.
Chapter 2 6) Remove the E-ring [1], and detach the separation roller [2] from the shaft. F-2-11 2.2.4 Feed Roller 2.2.4.1 Preparation for Removing the Document Feed Roller 0018-4173 1) Remove the document feed tray and the paper tray cover. (page 7-2)Ref- erence[Removing the Document Feed Tray and the Paper Tray Cover] 2) Detach the right cover.
Chapter 2 6) Detach the cartridge cover. (page 7-3)Reference[Detaching the Car- 4) Remove the 6 gears [1]. tridge Cover] 7) Remove the control panel unit. (page 7-4)Rference[Removing the Con- trol Panel Unit] 8) Detach the upper cover. (page 7-3)Reference[Detaching the Upper Cov- 2.2.5.2 Removing the Reader Unit 0018-3975 1) Remove the clamp [1].
Chapter 2 F-2-22 5) Remove the 7 screws [1], and detach the cover [2]. F-2-19 2.2.7 DS/DES Sensor 2.2.7.1 Preparation for Removing the DS/DES Sensor 0018-4177 1) Remove the document feed tray and the paper tray cover. (page 7-2)Ref- erence[Removing the Document Feed Tray and the Paper Tray Cover] 2) Detach the right cover.
Chapter 3 3.1 Overview/Configuration T-3-1 3.1.1 Overview 0018-4899 F-3-1 [1] Laser driver PCB [5] Scanner motor [2] BD sensor [6] 4-facet mirror [3] Photosensitive drum [7] Cylindrical lens [4] Imaging lends 3.2 Parts Replacement Procedure The machine's laser scanner assembly consists of the laser driver and the 3.2.1 Laser/Scanner Unit scanner motor, which are driven by signals coming from the DCNT board.
Chapter 4 4.1 Overview/Configuration T-4-1 4.1.1 Overview 0018-4900 F-4-1 [1] Laser/scanner assembly [5] Photosensitive drum [2] Laser beam [6] Transfer charging roller [3] Blade [7] Primary charging roller [4] Developing cylinder [8] Cleaning blade 4.3 Parts Replacement Procedure In response to a print command, the DCNT board turns on the main motor to drive the photosensitive drum, developing cylinder, primary charging roller, and transfer charging roller.
Chapter 5 Delivery Stationary Jam tridge Cover] 6) Remove the control panel unit. (page 7-4)Rference[Removing the Con- The paper leading edge sensor goes off, but the delivery sensor does not go on within a specific period of time. trol Panel Unit] Wrap Jam The delivery sensor goes on, but it goes off before a specific period of 5.3.1.2 Removing the Paper Pickup Unit...
Chapter 5 F-5-5 5.3.2 Cassette Pickup Roller 5.3.2.1 Removing the Cassette Pickup Roller F-5-8 0018-4187 1) Open the document feeder tray. 7) Remove the 4 screws [1], and detach the gear side plate [2]. 2) Open the cartridge cover. 3) While pushing the 2 claws [1] outward, detach the pickup roller [2]. F-5-6 5.3.3 Cassette Pickup Solenoid F-5-9...
Chapter 5 5.3.5 Main Motor 5.3.5.1 Preparation for Removing the Main Motor 0018-4192 1) Remove the document feed tray and the paper tray cover. (page 7-2)Ref- erence[Removing the Document Feed Tray and the Paper Tray Cover] 2) Detach the right cover. (page 7-2)Reference[Detaching the Right Cov- 3) Detach the left cover.
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Contents Contents 6.1 Overview/Configuration ..............................6-1 6.1.1 Overview...................................... 6-1 6.2 Various Control Mechanisms............................6-1 6.2.1 Controlling the Temperature of the Fixing Unit .......................... 6-1 6.2.1.1 Heater Temperature Control ...................................6-1 6.3 Protection Function ................................6-3 6.3.1 Protective Mechanisms ................................6-3 6.3.2 Detection of a Fault..................................6-3 6.4 Parts Replacement Procedure............................6-3 6.4.1 Fixing Unit ....................................
Chapter 6 6.1 Overview/Configuration 6.1.1 Overview 0018-4912 PS803 F-6-1 T-6-1 [1] Fixing film unit [PS803] Delivery sensor [2] Pressure roller [M1] Main motor [3] Face-down delivery roller The machine's fixing system is an on-demand type, and its fixing assembly consists of the fixing film unit: the fixing film has a built-in fixing heater, thermistor, and thermal fuse.
Chapter 6 6.4.1.2 Removing the Fixing Unit 0018-4197 1) Disconnect the 5 connectors [1]. The term "long narrow paper" refers to a type of paper that is narrow in width 2) Free the harness [3] from the cable guide [2]. and long in length.
Chapter 6 F-6-6 2) Remove the 2 screws [1], and detach the fixing cover [2]. F-6-9 F-6-7 3) Remove the 2 springs [1], and detach the 2 releasing levers [2]. 4) Remove the 2 locking plate [3], and detach the fixing film unit [4]. F-6-8 6.4.3 Fixing Pressure Roller 6.4.3.1 Preparation for Removing the Fixing Pressure...
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Contents Contents 7.1 Power Supply .................................7-1 7.1.1 Protection Function ..................................7-1 7.1.1.1 Protective Mechanisms ....................................7-1 7.1.2 Backup Battery..................................... 7-1 7.1.2.1 Battery-backed up Data....................................7-1 7.2 Parts Replacement Procedure............................7-1 7.2.1 Front Cover ....................................7-1 7.2.1.1 Preparation for Detaching the Front Cover ..............................7-1 7.2.1.2 Detaching the Front Cover ....................................7-1 7.2.2 Rear Cover ....................................
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Contents 7.2.17 Speaker....................................... 7-7 7.2.17.1 Preparation for Removing the Speaker ................................. 7-7 7.2.17.2 Removing the Speaker ....................................7-7...
Chapter 7 7.1 Power Supply 7.2.2 Rear Cover 7.2.2.1 Preparation for Detaching the Rear Cover 7.1.1 Protection Function 0018-3915 1) Remove the document feed tray and the paper tray cover. (page 7-2)Ref- erence[Removing the Document Feed Tray and the Paper Tray Cover] 7.1.1.1 Protective Mechanisms 2) Detach the right cover.
Chapter 7 3) Push the left of the rear cover [1] in the arrow [A] direction to disengage the claw [2] from the receptacle hole [3]. 4) Insert a screwdriver etc into the indicated hole [4] by approx 10mm in the horizontal direction and push the claw in the arrow [B] direction to disen- gage the claw [5] from the receptacle hole [6].
Chapter 7 F-7-7 F-7-9 7.2.6 Upper Cover 7.2.6.1 Preparation for Detaching the Upper Cover 0018-3960 1) Remove the document feed tray and the paper tray cover. (page 7-2)Ref- erence[Removing the Document Feed Tray and the Paper Tray Cover] 2) Detach the right cover. (page 7-2)Reference[Detaching the Right Cov- 3) Detach the left cover.
Chapter 7 2) Remove the 6 screws [3], and detach the SCNT board [4]. When mounting the cartridge cover, be sure to fit the 2 fixing assembly release hooks [2] in the 2 hook holes [1] found in the cartridge cover. F-7-11 Bad position Good position...
Chapter 7 F-7-13 4) Remove the clamp [1] and disconnect the 2 flat cables [2]. 5) Free the harness [4] from the guide [3]. 6) Remove the screw [5] and turn the DCNT board [6] upside down. F-7-15 7.2.11 High-voitage Power Supply PCB 7.2.11.1 Preparation for Removing the High-Voltage Power Supply Board 0018-4153...
Chapter 7 F-7-19 7.2.14 Paper Delivery Sensor 7.2.14.1 Preparation for Removing the Paper Delivery F-7-17 Sensor PCB 0018-4157 1) Remove the document feed tray and the paper tray cover. (page 7-2)Ref- 7.2.12 Powwer Supply PCB erence[Removing the Document Feed Tray and the Paper Tray Cover] 2) Detach the right cover.
Chapter 7 7.2.15.2 Removing the Toner Sensor 0018-4162 1) Remove the clamp [1] and disconnect the connector [2]. F-7-25 7.2.17 Speaker F-7-22 7.2.17.1 Preparation for Removing the Speaker 2) Open the toner sensor [1]. 0018-4165 1) Remove the document feed tray and the paper tray cover. (page 7-2)Ref- erence[Removing the Document Feed Tray and the Paper Tray Cover] 2) Detach the right cover.
Chapter 8 8.1 Periodically Replaced Parts 8.1.1 Periodic Replacement Parts 0018-4922 - No parts require periodic replacement in this printer. 8.2 Consumables 8.2.1 Consumable 0018-4924 T-8-1 Work by Item Interval (guide) User Cartridge FX-9S When toner in the toner cartridge being used has run out.
Chapter 8 Work by Item Intervals Fixing entrance guide When paper tends to become soiled; when a black line appears vertically at irregular intervals; when paper jams; when paper wrinkles - Be sure to disconnect the power plug hefore starting the cleaning work. The machine must remain without power to avoid fire hazards and electric shocks. 8.4.2 Cleaning Method (external covers) 0018-4930 Moisten a soft cloth with water or solution of mild detergent, making sure it is well wrung;...
Chapter 8 8.4.4 Cleaning (printer unit) 0018-4933 F-8-2 Be sure to follow the instructions given below when cleaning the components as part of service work: [1] Transfer Charging Roller As a rule, do not touch or clean the part. If absolutely necessary, be sure to take full care not to touch the roller and bring solvent or oil into contact with the roller. Cleaning must be dry-wiping with lint-free paper.
Chapter 9 9.1 Image Adjustments Setting value Contents 99.2% 9.1.1 Adjusting the Paper Margin 0018-4998 Press the menu button and then the # button to select SERVICE MODE; 99.6% then, using the cursor button, select SERVICE'S CHOICE, and press the OK button.
Chapter 10 10.1 Troubleshooting 10.1.1 Phenomenon Table 10.1.1.1 Symptoms 0018-5004 T-10-1 Level 1 Symptom Image Faults Image Faults Occurring at Specific Intervals Initial Offset in a Low Temperature/Humidity Environment Black Lines Caused by Drum Memory Malfunction The Session No. of Activiry report is reset each time the power is turned off and then back on.
Chapter 11 11.1 Error Code 11.1.1 Error Code 0018-5043 System error code T-11-1 Error Major cause/detection Remedy code E198 Flash ROM write error. - Turn the power OFF and then back ON.. - Replace the SCNT board. E674 Modem error. - Turn the power OFF and then back ON..
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Chapter 11 Error Code Description 0040 Can't receive carrier within 6 sec. after sending CTR signal. 0041 Can't receive carrier within 6 sec. after sending PPR signal. 0042 Can't receive correct signal after sending RNR signal 0043 Fault occurred in the communication procedure signal 0044 Can't receive carrier /FSK signal within 6 sec.
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Chapter 11 Error Code Description Cannot finish V8 procedure or detect V21 signal after ANSam signal within 00B1 35sec 00B2 Can't detect phase 2 signal after our side sending CJ signal within 30 sec 00B3 Can't detect correct V21 or JM signal after sending CM signal Can't detect correct phase 2 signal within 25 seconds after CM/JM signal 00B4 exchange...
Chapter 12 12.1 Outline 12.1.1 Service Data Setting 0018-5009 Service mode has the following service data items. These items can be checked/changed according to the menu on the display. SERVICE'S CHOICE Use it to select service data to suit the country/region of installation, to reset the user data, or to set the transmission/reception speed. ADJUST Use it to execute margin adjustment for printing or reading.
Chapter 12 12.1.3 Service Data menu 0018-5011 Service menu SERVICE CHOISE COUNTRY/REGION HUNGARY CODE SWEDEN KOREA SWITZERLAND CHINA AUSTRIA GERMAN DENMARK FRANCE NORWAY SINGAPORE HOLLAND CZECH BELGIUM SLOVENIA AUSTRALIA CANADA FINLAND RUSSIA ASIA ITALY POLAND SPAIN EUROPE2 PORTUGAL LUXEMBOURG IRELAND GREECE HONG KONG TAIWAN...
Chapter 12 Function RTN signal transmission condition Not used Not used Not used Not used Not used 12.3.2.2 Details of Bit 2 and Bit 3 0018-5015 During reception if frequent errors occur because of RTN signal transmission, raise these parameters to loosen the RTN signal transmission conditions. RTN signal transmission condition is the ratio of the number of error lines to the total number of lines per page of the received image.
Chapter 12 Function Not used Not used Not used Not used Not used 12.3.4.2 Details of Bit 3 0018-5923 The document reading width can be selected. When selecting the "LTR" size, a "LTR" size document can be read in the "LTR"...
Chapter 12 Function Not used Not used 12.3.6.2 Details of Bit 1 through Bit 6 0018-5027 Select the maximum baud rate for V.34 transmission: 3429, 3200, 3000, 2800, and 2400. The following will be ture depending on the combination of bit 1 through bit 6 at time of transmission T-12-14 (Bit1, Bit2, Bit3)= (0, 0, 0) 3429...
Chapter 12 (1, 1) Not used 12.3.8 SSSW-SW54 12.3.8.1 List of Functions 0018-5925 T-12-18 Function Not used Not used Not used Not used Not used Date/time notation for report Date/time notation for report Month notation for report 12.3.8.2 Details of Bit 6 and Bit 7 0018-5031 Use it to select the date/time notation for reports;...
Chapter 12 12.4 Report Output (REPORT) 12.4.1 SERVICE DATA LIST 0018-5033 SERVICE DATA LIST N A M E : T E L D AT E : 0 8 . A P R . 2 0 0 5 1 8 : 1 5 C O U N T R Y C O D E = U K S O F T S W I T C H S W 0 1 - S W 1 6...
Chapter 12 Use the BLACK print pattern to meke sure that the printout is free of white lines and unevenness; on the other hand, use the SQUARE printout to make sure that the printout is free of image contraction, elongation, and soiling. Memo After completion of the print test, if the printing was normal, copy a document.
Chapter 13 13.1 Service Tools 13.1.1 Solvent/Oil List 0018-5007 T-13-1 Name Components Remarks Alcohol Cleaning:plastic Alcohol -Flammable:keep away from flame (note),rubber,metal,oil,and -Purchase locally toner stains Lubricant Apply to gears, between shaft Special oil Special -Tool No. HY9-0007 and bushing solid lubricating material Lithium soap Lubricant...