PIXMA GM4040 - Printer CANON - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Monochrome inkjet multi-function printer (print, copy, scan)
Dimensions (W x D x H)	403 x 367 x 177 mm
Weight	6.5 kg
Power supply	AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption (printing)	Approximately 14 W
Main tray capacity	250 sheets (cassette)
Rear tray capacity	100 sheets
Supported paper types	Plain paper, envelopes, photo paper (A4, Letter size)
Printing technology	Thermal inkjet
Print resolution	Up to 4800 x 1200 dpi
Connectivity	Wi-Fi, USB 2.0, Canon PRINT app
Ink type	Black pigment ink bottles (monochrome)
Maintenance and cleaning	Automatic print head cleaning, manual alignment via control panel
Safety	Do not tilt the printer during transport; handle ink with care
Spare parts and repairability	Replaceable print head, refillable ink bottles
General information	Brand: Canon, Model: PIXMA GM4040, Year: 2019 (estimated)

Frequently Asked Questions - PIXMA GM4040 CANON

How to install the print head on the Canon PIXMA GM4040?

Open the print head lock cover on the right, take the print head out of the package, remove the label and protective tape, then insert the head into the holder. Close the cover until it clicks and press the Stop button.

How to pour ink into the printer?

Open the cartridge cover and cap. Hold the ink bottle upright, remove the cap, align the nozzle with the inlet, slowly invert and press to allow the ink to flow. Remove the bottle, replace the cap and close the cover.

What to do if an error code appears on the screen?

Check the support code: 1890 (protective material not removed), 1470/1471 (print head not installed correctly), 1642 (low ink). Follow the corresponding instructions in the manual.

How to connect the printer to a Windows computer?

Go to the website https://ij.start.canon, select Setup, enter the model, download the file and run it. Follow the on-screen instructions. You can also use the installation CD-ROM.

How to connect the printer to a smartphone?

Install the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app on your smartphone. In the Wi-Fi settings, connect to the network starting with 'Canon_ij'. Open the app and follow the instructions to add the printer.

How to load paper in the cassette?

Remove the cassette from the printer, slide the paper guides, load the paper with the print side down, align the guides, then reinsert the cassette and extend the output tray.

How to use the rear tray for paper?

Open the rear tray cover and unfold the paper support. Open the feed slot cover, slide the guide to the right, load paper with the print side facing up, align the guide and close the cover.

What precautions to take when moving the printer?

Make sure the Stop button is pressed and the ink valve lever is closed. Pack the printer in a plastic bag and place it in a sturdy box, bottom side down. Do not tilt the printer to avoid ink leaks.

How to resolve the 'protective material remaining' error (code 1890)?

Open the scanner unit/cover, remove all packaging material and orange tapes inside. Close and restart the printer.

Is it possible to use the printer without connecting to a device?

Yes, press the Stop button, select 'Do not connect', then 'Yes' to confirm. The printer will operate standalone for printing and copying.

USER MANUAL PIXMA GM4040 CANON

Read Safety and Important Information (addendum) first.

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Installing the Printer......page 1

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Connecting to a Computer, Smartphone or Tablet......page 4

Instructional Videos

Vídeos instructivos

Setting Up the Printer

Online Setup

https://ij.start.canon

1. Box Contents

- Print head

Ink bottle
Power cord
- Setup CD-ROM for Windows
● Safety and Important Information
● Getting Started (this manual)

2. Removing Packing Materials

1 Remove and dispose of any packing materials and orange tape.
2 Open the scanning unit / cover, remove and dispose of the orange tape and protective material inside.

3. Installing the Print Head

1 Open the print head locking cover on the right.

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2 Take out the print head from the package and remove the label.

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3 Remove the protective tape.

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4 Insert the print head into the print head holder.

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5 Close the print head locking cover and press down until it clicks.

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6 Press down the joint button completely until it clicks.

Check!

Setting Up the Printer

4. Pouring Ink

Important

This product requires careful handling of ink. Ink may splatter when the ink tanks are filled with ink. If ink gets on your clothes or belongings, it may not come off.

1 Open the ink tank cover and the tank cap.

2 Hold the ink bottle upright and gently twist the bottle cap to remove.

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3 Align the nozzle of the ink bottle with the inlet.

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4 Slowly stand the ink bottle upside down and push down to pour the ink.

- If the ink does not pour, gently remove the ink bottle and try again.

5 Gently remove the ink bottle from the inlet.

- Be careful not to spill the ink.

6 Replace the tank cap securely, and then close the ink tank cover.

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7 Close the scanning unit / cover.

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Caution

Watch your fingers.

5. Turning on the Printer

1 Connect the power cord.

Important

At this time, do not connect any other cables.

2 Open the operation panel and press the ON button.

3 When the following screen appears, use the ◀ and ▶ buttons to select a language, and then press the OK button.

Important

If an error appears on the screen, see "If an error message (support code) appears on the screen" on page 3 and follow the instructions.

6. Loading Paper

1 When the following screen appears, use the ◀ and ▶ buttons to select Yes, and then press the OK button.

2 Remove the cassette from the printer.

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3 Slide apart the paper guides.

- Slide the right paper guide to the right edge. Align the front paper guide with the Letter or A4 mark.

4 Load paper.

• Load 2 or more sheets of Letter or A4 sized plain paper with the print side facing down.
• Place the paper against the front paper guide, and align the right paper guide to the width of the paper.

5 Replace the cassette.

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6 Pull out the paper output tray.

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7 Follow the on-screen instructions, and then press the OK button.

- Check that Ready to connect appears on the printer's screen.

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    C["OK"] --> A

If an error message (support code) appears on the screen

Check the support code, and then follow the instructions if the displayed code is written below.

1890

The protective materials are not removed.

→ "2. Removing Packing Materials" on page 1

1470

The print heads are not installed correctly.

→"3. Installing the Print Head" on page 1

1471

No print heads are installed.

→"3. Installing the Print Head" on page 1

1642

There may be insufficient ink.

→ "4. Pouring Ink" on page 2

For all other cases, refer to the Online Manual.

What device are you connecting?

Computer Smartphone

Computer and smartphone

To use your printer without connecting to any other devices. 7-c

7-a

Connecting to a Computer

If you are using multiple computers, perform these steps on each computer.

1 Access the Canon website from a computer.

https://ij.start.canon

2 Select Set Up.
3 Enter your printer's model name and click Go.
4 Click Start.
5 Click If you have already prepared your printer, go to Connect.

Note

The following steps are for Windows (except Windows 10 in S mode).

6 Click Download.
7 Run the downloaded file.
8 Click Start Setup.

9 Follow the on-screen instructions.

• These operations may take some time.
- To connect to a smartphone as well, see "7-b. Connecting to a Smartphone" on page 5.

Using the Setup CD-ROM for Windows

Double click EasySetup.exe in the CD-ROM, and then continue from step 3. If you do not have an internet connection, open the win folder in the CD-ROM and double click SETUP.exe. This will install the printer driver.

7-b

Connecting to a Smartphone

If you are using multiple smartphones, perform these steps on each smartphone.

Prepare the following before starting.

① Enable the Wi-Fi setting on your smartphone.
② Connect your smartphone to the wireless router (if you have a wireless router).

Refer to your smartphone and wireless router manuals for more details.

1 Install the "Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY" app on your smartphone.

- Scan the QR code shown on the right to access the Canon website, and then download the app.

2 Open your smartphone's Wi-Fi settings. Tap the network name (SSID) that starts with "Canon_ij_".

If "Canon_ij_" does not appear, proceed to step 3.

(Example of iOS screen)

3 Open the installed app.

4 Follow the on-screen instructions in the app to add your printer.

Once you have added your printer, you can print from your smartphone.

7-c

Do Not Connect To A Device

1 Press the Stop button.
2 Select Do not connect, and then press the OK button.
3 Select Yes, and then press the OK button.

Loading Paper into the Rear Tray

1 Open the rear tray cover and extend the paper support.

2 Open the feed slot cover and slide the right-hand side paper guide to the far right.

3 Load several sheets of paper with the print side facing up.

4 Align the paper guide to the paper, and then close the feed slot cover.

- Follow the on-screen instructions to set information for the loaded paper.

Transporting Your Printer

When relocating the printer, make sure of the following. Refer to the Online Manual for details.

Check that the joint button is pressed down completely to avoid ink leaks.

Check that the position of the ink valve lever is closed.

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Pack the printer in a plastic bag in case ink leaks.

• Pack the printer in a sturdy box so that it is placed with its bottom facing down, using sufficient protective material to ensure safe transport.
  • Do not tilt the printer. Ink may leak.
• Please handle with care and ensure the box remains flat and NOT turned upside down or on its side, as the printer may be damaged and ink in the printer may leak.
• When a shipping agent is handling transport of the printer, have its box marked "THIS SIDE UP" to keep the printer with its bottom facing down. Mark also with "FRAGILE" or "HANDLE WITH CARE".

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3 Retire la cinta protectora.

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¡Comprobar!

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Precaución

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5 Reemplace el cassette.

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Configurando a impressora

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Verificar!

Configurando a impressora

4. Colocando tinta

Importante

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3 Alinhe o bocal da garrafa de tinta com a entrada.

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5 Remova lentamente a garrafa de tinta da entrada.

6 Substitua a tampa do cartucho com segurança e feche a tampa do cartucho de tinta.

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Cuidado

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3 Deslize as guias do papel.

5 Substitua o cassete.

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6 Puxe para fora a bandeja de saída do papel.

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Configuration de l'imprimante

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Vérifiez!

Configuration de l'imprimante

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Attention

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Настройка принтера

Онлайн-настройка

https://ij.start.canon

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Проверка!

Настройка принтера

4. Заливка чернил

Внимание!

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5 Установите кассету на место.

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Перевірити!

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الاتصال بهاتف ذكي

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5. تشغيل الطبعة

4. صب الحبر

هام

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تحق!

1. محتويات العليا

زجاجة الحبر

specialist الطاقة

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