Replacing the Staple Cartridge in the Saddle Stitcher Unit (Booklet Finisher-U1)

When the saddle stitcher unit of the Booklet Finisher-U1 is almost out of staples and the staple cartridge must be replaced, a screen prompting you to replace the staple cartridge appears on the touch panel display. Follow the procedure described below to replace the staple cartridge.

IMPORTANT
If necessary, remove all output paper in the booklet tray before replacing the staple cartridge of the saddle stitcher unit.

NOTE
The Booklet Finisher-U1 is an optional products. We recommend that you order staple cartridges from your local authorized Canon dealer before your stock runs out. Use only staple cartridges intended for use with this machine.

Open the front cover of the finisher.

Pull out the saddle stitcher unit.

	1. Grip the handle of the saddle stitcher unit, and pull out until it stops.
	2. Pull the stapler unit of the saddle stitcher unit towards you, and then push it up.

Pull out the empty staple cartridge.

Prepare the new staple cartridge.

	1. Remove the (two) new staple cartridges from their box.
	2. Remove the black part on the end before inserting the staple cartridge.

Insert the new staple cartridge in until it clicks into place.

IMPORTANT
When replacing the staple cartridges, replace both the front and back staple cartridges. Only one staple cartridge can be inserted at a time on each side.

Push the saddle stitcher unit back into its original position.

	1. Pull the stapler unit of the saddle stitcher unit towards you, and then push it down into its original position.
	2. Grip the handle of the saddle stitcher unit, and return it to its original position.

CAUTION
When pushing the saddle stitcher unit back into its original position, be careful not to get your fingers caught, as this may result in personal injury.

Close the front cover of the finisher.

CAUTION
When closing the front cover of the finisher, be careful not to get your fingers caught, as this may result in personal injury.

IMPORTANT
When you have replaced the staple case, be sure to manually reposition the staples in the saddle stitcher unit. (See "Saddle Stitch Staple Repositioning.")