Manual for Canon G6020 Printer

The Canon G6020 is a MegaTank wireless all-in-one printer designed for high-volume printing with refillable ink tanks. It features wireless connectivity, automatic duplex printing, a flatbed scanner, a 250-sheet paper capacity, support for various media types, and compatibility with Canon PRINT app and cloud services. Below are key sections for safety, features, installation, setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

1. Features at a Glance 2. Installation 3. First-Time Setup 4. Specifications 5. Controls and Settings 6. Connecting Devices 7. Printing & Scanning 8. Maintenance & Ink Management 9. Care & Cleaning 10. Regulatory Information 11. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: Refillable ink tanks, wireless connectivity, automatic document feeder (ADF), flatbed scanner, control panel with LCD, paper input trays.

Feature	Description
Refillable Ink Tanks	High-capacity tanks for low-cost printing (PGI-280/CLI-281 inks)
Wireless Connectivity	Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth (where available)
Automatic Duplex Printing	Prints on both sides of paper automatically
Flatbed Scanner & ADF	Scan, copy, fax with 35-sheet ADF
Paper Capacity	250 sheets (rear tray + cassette)
Control Panel	2-line LCD, navigation buttons, function keys
Mobile Printing	Canon PRINT app, AirPrint, Mopria, Google Cloud Print
Supported Media	Plain paper, photo paper, envelopes, labels
POWER	Turns printer on/off
STOP	Cancels current operation

Installation

Unpack and inspect contents. Place on stable, level surface near power outlet.

Remove packaging materials and tape from printer interior.
Install ink tanks: Remove caps, insert tanks into correct color slots (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow).
Fill ink tanks: Use provided ink bottles; fill to MAX line.
Load paper: Adjust paper guides in rear tray; load up to 250 sheets.
Connect power cord and plug into AC outlet.

WARNING! Do not touch print head or ink contacts. Keep printer horizontal during setup.

First-Time Setup

Power on printer; follow on-screen prompts on LCD.

Initial ink charging: Printer will prepare ink system (may take 10-15 minutes).
Align print head: Print and scan alignment sheet when prompted.
Connect to network: Use control panel to select Wi-Fi network and enter password.
Install software: Insert CD or download from Canon website; follow installation wizard.
Register printer: Optional online registration for support.

CAUTION! Do not unplug power during initial setup. Ensure ink tanks are properly seated.

Specifications

Print Technology: Inkjet (Piezo).
Print Speed: Up to 13 ppm (black), 6.8 ppm (color).
Print Resolution: Up to 4800 x 1200 dpi.
Scanner Type: Flatbed + ADF (CIS).
Scan Resolution: Up to 1200 x 2400 dpi.
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, USB 2.0.
Paper Sizes: Letter, Legal, A4, envelopes (up to #10).
Ink Yield: Approx. 6,000 pages black, 7,700 pages color (ISO standards).
Power Source: 120V AC, 60Hz.
Operating Temp: 41°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C).

Controls and Settings

Access menus via control panel LCD. Front Panel: POWER, STOP, Wi-Fi button, Copy, Scan, Align Print Head.

LCD Menu Navigation: Use arrow keys to select; OK to confirm. Settings: Device settings, network setup, print quality, maintenance.

Print Settings: Quality (Draft, Standard, High), paper type, duplex, color adjustment. Scan Settings: Resolution, file format (PDF, JPEG), destination. Copy Settings: Number of copies, darkness, resize. Network: Wi-Fi setup, Wi-Fi Direct, connection status.

Connecting Devices

Wireless: Connect to Wi-Fi network. USB: Direct connection to computer. Mobile: Use Canon PRINT app.

Turn on printer and ensure Wi-Fi is enabled.
On computer: Run installer, select wireless connection when prompted.
On mobile: Download Canon PRINT app, select printer from Wi-Fi list.
For USB: Connect cable to computer and printer; install drivers.

Tip: Place printer within range of Wi-Fi router. Use WPS for easier connection if supported.

Printing & Scanning

Supports printing from computer, mobile devices, cloud services.

Print document: Select print from application, choose Canon G6020, adjust settings.
Copy: Place original on scanner glass or in ADF, press Copy, select options.
Scan: Press Scan, choose destination (computer, USB, email), select settings.
Mobile print: Use Canon PRINT app to print photos, documents, web pages.
Duplex printing: Enable in print dialog for automatic two-sided printing.
Photo printing: Use photo paper, select "High Quality" in settings.
Scan to PDF: Use ADF for multi-page documents.

WARNING! Do not open covers during printing. Use recommended paper types.

Maintenance & Ink Management

Ink Refilling: Check ink levels on LCD; refill before empty. Print Head Cleaning: Use maintenance menu if print quality declines. Nozzle Check: Print test pattern to verify ink flow.

Ink Low Alert: LCD shows warning when ink is low. Refill promptly to avoid air entering system.

Care & Cleaning

Unplug before cleaning. Exterior: Use dry, soft cloth. Scanner glass: Clean with lint-free cloth and glass cleaner. Print head: Use automatic cleaning via maintenance menu only.

CAUTION! Do not use alcohol or abrasive cleaners. Never pour ink into wrong tank.

Regulatory Information

FCC Part 15: Class B digital device; complies with interference limits for residential use. Copyright © Canon U.S.A., Inc. For support, visit www.usa.canon.com or contact 1-800-OK-CANON. Energy Star® qualified. RoHS compliant.

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
Printer not powering on	Power connection	Check power cord; ensure outlet works; press POWER firmly.
Poor print quality	Clogged nozzles/ink low	Run nozzle check; clean print head; refill ink.
Wireless connection failed	Network issues	Restart printer/router; re-enter Wi-Fi password; check distance.
Paper jam	Misloaded paper	Turn off, open rear cover, remove paper carefully; reload correctly.
Scanner not working	Driver/connection	Reinstall software; check USB/Wi-Fi connection; restart computer.
Ink not recognized	Tank not seated	Remove and reinsert ink tank; ensure contacts are clean.

Reset: Menu > Device settings > Reset settings if available.

Service: 1-800-OK-CANON; www.usa.canon.com