General
This section describes general error messages, not related to a specific function.
Load paper.
Cause 1
Printing cannot be performed because the paper has run out.
Remedy
Cause 2
The paper drawer is not correctly inserted into the machine.
Remedy
Insert the paper drawer in all the way. (See "Loading Paper into a Paper Drawer.")
The most proper size LTR is not available.
Cause 1
[Paper Drawer Auto Selection On/Off] is set to 'Off'.
Remedy 1
Manually specify the paper drawer.
Remedy 2
Set [Paper Drawer Auto Selection On/Off] to 'On' for the paper drawer in which the displayed paper size is loaded. (See "Enabling Paper Drawer Auto Selection.")
Cause 2
A paper type not supported by automatic paper selection is loaded.
Remedy
Manually specify the paper drawer.
Set the paper guide indicated by arrows again, or check Paper Size Group for Auto Recognition in Drawer under Settings/Registration.
Cause 1
The position of the paper drawer guides is incorrect for the loaded paper size.
Remedy
Adjust the position of the paper drawer guides in accordance with the loaded paper size.
Cause 2
The actual size of the loaded paper does not match the paper size specified in [Paper Size Group for Auto Recog. in Drawer] in [Preferences] (Settings/Registration).
Remedy
Re-configure [Paper Size Group for Auto Recog. in Drawer] in accordance with the actual size of the loaded paper. (See "Setting the Paper Size Group for Auto Recognition in the Paper Source.")
Replace toner cartridge. (Black)
Cause 1
Printing cannot be performed because the displayed color of toner runs out.
Remedy
Replace the toner cartridge of the displayed color. (See "Replacing the Toner Cartridge.")
Cause 2
Printing cannot be performed because the toner of the displayed color has not been mixed thoroughly.
Remedy
Take out the toner cartridge of the displayed color, shake it well, and then insert it again.
Insert the toner cartridge. (Black)
Cause
The toner cartridge of the displayed color is not inserted correctly.
Remedy
Insert the toner cartridge correctly. (See "Maintenance.")
Check the remaining toner. Printing is possible while toner remains.
Cause
The remaining toner is running low.
Remedy
Press [Status Monitor/Cancel] → [Consumables] on the touch panel display → confirm which toner is running low in <Others>. Next, prepare the new toner cartridge. For instructions on viewing the remaining toner, see "Checking the Status of Consumables and Other Information".
A toner cartridge of the wrong color may have been inserted. If this toner cartridge is used, a malfunction may occur. Check the inserted toner cartridge.
Cause
The color of one of the inserted toner cartridges may be incorrect.
Remedy
For instructions on resolving this problem, see "Replacing the Toner Cartridge."
A toner cartridge with the wrong item number is inserted. If this toner cartridge is used, remaining toner information cannot be detected properly.
Cause
A toner cartridge with the wrong model number may be inserted, or the toner cartridge may have been damaged.
Remedy
For instructions on resolving this problem, see "Replacing the Toner Cartridge." For instructions on checking the model number of the toner cartridge, see "Consumables."
Adjusting gradation. Wait a moment...
Cause
The machine is performing automatic adjustment.
Remedy
Wait a few moments. When the adjustment is complete, printing will automatically resume.
Preparing for color printing. Please wait.
Cause
The machine is performing an automatic adjustment.
Remedy
Please wait for a moment. Color printing resumes automatically when the adjustment is finished.
Check that covers are closed.
Cause
The cover of an optional equipment is open.
Remedy
Check whether the cover of the staple finisher is closed.
Load staples into the stapler unit.
Cause
There are no staples in the staple cartridge of the stapler unit in the staple finisher.
Remedy
Replace the staple cartridge of the staple finisher. (See "Replacing the Staple Cartridge (Staple Finisher-S1).")
Remove the paper from the output tray.
Cause
Previous prints remain in the tray.
Remedy
Remove the paper that remains in the tray. Printing will start or resume automatically.
The Dept. ID or PIN is incorrect.
Cause
The entered Department ID or PIN is incorrect.
Remedy
Contact the System Manager for the department to find out the Department ID/PIN.
The hard disk needs to be replaced. (Call service rep.)
Cause
The hard disk is damaged or is not attached.
Remedy
Contact your local authorized Canon dealer.
Waste toner container full.
Cause
The waste toner container is almost full.
Remedy
Prepare a new waste toner container.
Check the waste toner container.
Cause
A problem occurred in the waste toner container.
Remedy
Check that there are no problems with the waste toner container.
Replace the waste toner container.
Cause
Printing cannot be performed because the waste toner container is full.
Remedy
Replace the waste toner container. (See "Replacing the Waste Toner Container.")
Waste toner is near full. Replacement not yet needed.
Cause
The waste toner container is almost full.
Remedy
Prepare a new waste toner container.
Insert the waste toner container.
Cause
A waste toner container is not inserted into the machine.
Remedy
Insert a waste toner container.
Set the fixing assembly.
Cause
The fixing assembly is not attached correctly.
Remedy
Attach the fixing assembly correctly. (See "Inside the Fixing Assembly.")
Stapler is jammed.
Cause
There is a staple jam in the stapler unit.
Remedy
Open the front cover of the Staple Finisher-S1, and remove the jammed staples. (See "Staple Finisher-S1 (Optional).")
Load staples into the stapler unit.
Cause
There are no staples in the staple cartridge of the stapler unit in the Staple Finisher-S1.
Remedy
Replace the staple cartridge of the Staple Finisher-S1. (See "Replacing the Staple Cartridge (Staple Finisher-S1).")
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