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Distributed in the United States by Canon U.S.A., Inc. IMPORTANT THIS SERVICE GUIDE INCLUDES THE INFORMATION RELATING TO THE imageRUNNER 1643iF, 1643i, and 1643P. SPECIFICATIONS AND OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN MAY VARY SLIGHTLY FROM ACTUAL DEVICE VALUES OR THOSE FOUND IN ADVERTISING AND OTHER PRINTED MATTER.
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Pursuant to the authorized Service Agreement with Canon U.S.A., Inc., this Service Guide is solely for reference purposes and may be used only by an authorized Service Provider of Canon U.S.A., Inc. No part of this Service Guide may be reproduced or transmitted in any form by any means, electronic or mechanical, for any purpose without the prior written consent of Canon U.S.A., Inc., except as expressly permitted herein.
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Canon imageRUNNER 1643 Series Service Guide Contents Product Overview, Configuration, and Monthly Print/Copy Volume ------------------------ 1 A. Overview ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1 B. Configuration ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2 C. Monthly Copy/Print Volume --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4 Hardware Accessory Options ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5 A. Paper Feeder PF-C1 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5 B.
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Product Technical Support Offerings ---------------------------------------------------------------- 26 A. Canon USA Technical Support Center ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 26 B. Technical Support Escalation ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 27 C. Internet Support ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 28 D. Canon USA’s Partner Portal Web Site ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 28 Appendix ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 29 A. Specifications---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 29 B. Warranty ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 33 C.
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33.6 Kbps Super G3 fax capabilities (imageRUNNER 1643iF only). • Meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. • Standard PCL, UFR III, and PS printing on the imageRUNNER 1643iF and 1643P, standard PCL and UFR III with PS printing optional on the imageRUNNER 1643i. •...
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Please refer to the Dealer Price List on the Partner Portal Web site for the most up-to-date item numbers. Table 1 – Configuration Part Item Number imageRUNNER 1643iF imageRUNNER 1643P imageRUNNER 1643iF 3630C001AA imageRUNNER 1643i 3630C002AA...
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Available only for the imageRUNNER 1643iF and imageRUNNER 1643i. Cannot be installed if the Card Reader-F1 is installed. The eLAN (Electronic License Access Number) is delivered via the CNA (Canon Network Access) Web site. imageRUNNER 1643 Series Service Guide September 2019...
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Canon imageRUNNER 1643 Series Service Guide C. Monthly Copy/Print Volume The maximum print/copy monthly volume is the maximum number of pages the machine can produce within a one-month period (based on letter size paper). However, the device should not be used to produce the maximum number of pages, or a greater volume, on a consistent monthly basis.
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• Requires the optional Copy Card Reader Attachment-J1. • For the imageRUNNER 1643iF and imageRUNNER 1643i only. D. ADF Access Handle-A1 • Attaches to the Automatic Document Feeder to enable seated users to open the document feeder.
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Provides the ability to print 1D and 2D barcodes on output. • Requires license activation via the LMS • For imageRUNNER 1643iF/1643i only C. Barcode Printing Kit-F1 • Provides the ability to print 1D and 2D barcodes on output. •...
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Cloud-based infrastructure Note: uniFLOW Online Express training is required to receive uniFLOW Online Express support from Canon’s Technical Support Center. Dealers which have taken uniFLOW Online training, are automatically certified for uniFLOW Online Express. For more information on uniFLOW Online and uniFLOW Online Express training, go to the Training section on the e-Support Center Website.
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Canon imageRUNNER 1643 Series Service Guide F. SMB 3.0 Support Version 3.0 of Server Message Block (SMB) is supported in the imageRUNNER 1643 Series. G. Verify System at Startup Verify System at Startup is a process to help verify the validity of the device firmware and Application Library from unauthorized modifications.
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B. Certification The successful completion of the imageRUNNER 1643 Series Online Training program is required to sell this product. Certification includes the following devices: • imageRUNNER 1643iF • imageRUNNER 1643i • imageRUNNER 1643P C. Who Should Complete All service technicians who are responsible for installing, servicing, and...
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Prior experience with Canon imageRUNNER and imageCLASS devices • Experience with taking eLearning courses • Familiarity with common hand tools to disassemble and service Canon devices E. Course Format The imageRUNNER 1643 Series online course is a self-paced course. It...
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Canon imageRUNNER 1643 Series Service Guide F. Course Equipment • Windows workstation with audio and access to the TRAINING section of e-Support Center Web site • Flash-enabled Web browser (preferably Microsoft Internet Explorer) It is necessary to enable file downloads in Internet Explorer to download the documents supplied within the course.
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Before installation, confirm that the proper dedicated NEMA receptacles are available for these devices. Table 7 – Main Unit Power and Plug Requirements imageRUNNER 1643iF Main Unit with Three (3) Optional Paper Feeder PF-C1 NEMA 5-15 Receptacle Table 8 – Power Requirements for the Main Unit and Optional Accessories...
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• The floor or worktop must be level (with no bows) and flat for the stabilization and support of the machine. Table 9 – Installation Space Requirements Configuration Dimensions (W x D) 27.8" x 43.5" imageRUNNER 1643iF (708 mm x 1,105 mm) 27.3" x 43.5" imageRUNNER 1643i (694 mm x 1,105 mm) 24.5" x 43.5"...
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Copy Card Reader-F1 (Including the Copy Card Reader Attachment Kit-J1) 10 minutes Canon Copy Control Interface Kit-C1 8 minutes MiCARD Attachment Kit-B1 7 minutes 6 Available only for the imageRUNNER 1643iF and imageRUNNER 1643i. imageRUNNER 1643 Series Service Guide September 2019 Page 14...
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Canon imageRUNNER 1643 Series Service Guide D. Serviceability The imageRUNNER products are designed to improve serviceability, quality, and deliver lower service costs, which result in increased dealer service profitability. Enhanced serviceability, as part of the overall design of the imageRUNNER products, enables a reduction in the time required to service the machine’s...
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Remote imageWARE Remote is a service that collects page counter, service parts counter, and alarm, jam and error code data from Canon devices with the eRDS (Embedded Remote Diagnostic System) or the optional RDS (Remote Diagnostic System) Plug-in to the imageWARE Enterprise Management Console.
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Canon imageRUNNER 1643 Series Service Guide The RDS plug-in offers the benefits described below: • Retrieve meter readings for billing, which reduces the need for an on-site meter read or a phone call to the customer to read the meters.
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Canon imageRUNNER 1643 Series Service Guide Remote Services Suite The Remote Services Suite provides Web access to some of the more frequently-used UGW functions and status reports. The tools included in the suite are UGW SnapShot and Device Management Tools.
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Canon imageRUNNER 1643 Series Service Guide Content Delivery System The imageRUNNER 1643 Series does not support Content Delivery System over the Internet. The imageRUNNER 1643 Series supports Local Content Delivery System, which requires that a Local CDS server is installed at the customer site and on the same network as the device.
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Canon imageRUNNER 1643 Series Service Guide G. LMS (License Management System) To activate optional software programs, you must obtain a license through the LMS server. This replaces the need for additional hardware or dongles to activate new software. The LMS is a server-based software license program. All purchased software application packages contain a license access number certificate with the documentation.
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1. Upgrading with the UST Firmware is available for download on the Canon USA public Web site (http://www.usa.canon.com/support). When servicing the machine, make sure to go to the Canon USA public Web site, and download the most recent firmware. Note: •...
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Canon imageRUNNER 1643 Series Service Guide J. Special Tools, Solvents and Oils In addition to the standard tools used to service these devices, a service technician should also carry special tools to maintain the machine, and carry specific solvents and oils for the cleaning and lubrication of key components of the machine.
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Therefore, consumable parts do not have a warranty, and Canon USA cannot guarantee a minimum life. Note: All consumable parts shown in the table below are for reference purposes only, and are subject to change without notice.
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Canon imageRUNNER 1643 Series Service Guide M. Periodically Replaced Parts The imageRUNNER 1643 Series does not have any periodically-replaced parts. N. Periodic Maintenance No periodic services are required for the imageRUNNER 1643 Series. O. Counters The imageRUNNER 1643 Series machines use soft counters to track their functional copy/print use.
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Flat-Rate Program The Flat-Rate Program provides a flat-rate credit to Canon USA’s full-line dealers as compensation for warranty expenses that they may incur. Warranty Parts for Repair The APRFs (Authorized Parts Repair Facilities) are authorized by Canon USA to repair circuit boards for various Canon products.
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Canon USA support offerings. Please refer to the “Tech Support” tab on the e-Support Center Website review the TSC’s policies and procedures, as well as, contacts and tickets.
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Specialist) for the imageRUNNER Series is required to escalate issues to Field Support Staff. The DES must have worked on the problem directly before the TSC can escalate the issue to Field Support staff. See the Canon USA Support Escalation Flow Chart in Figure 2 –...
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Review all open cases To access e-Support, you must first register for an e-Support ID Number. To register for an e-Support ID number, go to the Canon USA’s e-Support Center Web site at http://www.support.cusa.canon.com. D. Canon USA’s Partner Portal Web Site Complete Service Guide versions are available on the Canon USA’s Partner...
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Canon imageRUNNER 1643 Series Service Guide Appendix A. Specifications Note: All specifications are for reference purposes only, and are subject to change without notice. Table 15 – imageRUNNER 1643 Series Main Unit Specifications imageRUNNER Specifications Item 1643iF 1643i 1643P Type...
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Canon imageRUNNER 1643 Series Service Guide Table 15 – imageRUNNER 1643 Series Main Unit Specifications Continued imagRUNNER Specifications Item 1643iF 1643i 1643P Original Feeding Mechanism Single-Pass Duplex Automatic Document Feeder Magnification 25% to 400% (in 1% increments) Simplex: 13 images per minute (ipm) (300 dpi)
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Canon imageRUNNER 1643 Series Service Guide Table 16 – Paper Feeder PF-C1 (Optional) Specifications Item Specifications LTR, STMT, LGL, EXEC, Custom Size (4 1/8” x 5 7/8” to Size 8 1/2” x 14” (105 mm x 148 mm to 216 mm x 355.6 mm))
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It is recommended to use a general telephone (Public Switched Telephone Network) line for facsimile communication. 17 Pels stands for picture elements (pixels). 18 Value obtained with Canon original test sheet of A4 size, standard ECM (JBIG) transmission. imageRUNNER 1643 Series Service Guide September 2019...
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Separate Warranty. Non-Canon brand equipment that may be distributed with the Product is sold "AS IS" and without warranty of any kind by Canon, including any implied warranty regarding merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, and all such warranties are disclaimed.
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Table 16 – Paper Feeder PF-C1 (Optional) Specifications ..............31 Table 17 – Copy Card Reader-F1 (Optional) Specifications .............. 31 Table 18 – Fax Specifications (imageRUNNER 1643iF only) ............32 D. List of Figures Figure 1 – License Management System .................... 20 Figure 2 –...
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