Owners Manual for Canon Printer G7020

The Canon MAXIFY G7020 is a high-performance MegaTank inkjet printer designed for home offices and small businesses, featuring high-capacity refillable ink tanks, automatic duplex printing, wireless connectivity (Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct), support for mobile printing (Canon PRINT app, AirPrint, Mopria), and a large paper capacity. Below are key sections for safety, features, installation, setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

Features at a Glance

Key components: Printer body with integrated ink tanks, Control Panel, Paper trays, Scanner unit, USB port, Ethernet port.

Installation & Unpacking

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

1. Remove all tape and packaging materials from printer exterior and interior.
2. Install ink tanks: Open ink tank cover, remove caps, insert tanks (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) until they click.
3. Load paper: Adjust paper guides in cassette, load plain paper.
4. Connect power cord to printer and wall outlet.

WARNING! Do not touch printhead or ink tank contacts. Keep printer horizontal during installation.

First-Time Setup

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

1. Initial ink charging: Printer will prepare ink system (may take several minutes).
2. Align printhead: Print and scan alignment sheet when prompted.
3. Connect to network: Use Wi-Fi button or control panel to connect to your wireless network.
4. Install software: Insert included CD or download from Canon website to install drivers and Canon PRINT app.

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

Specifications

• Printer Type: Inkjet MegaTank with refillable tanks.
• Print Speed: Up to 24 ppm (black), 15 ppm (color).
• Ink Colors: 4 (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow).
• Connectivity: USB 2.0, Ethernet, Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct.
• Mobile Printing: Canon PRINT, AirPrint, Mopria.
• Paper Sizes: Letter, Legal, A4, envelopes, photo papers.
• Scanner: Flatbed color scanner with CIS sensor.
• Power Source: 120V AC, 60Hz.
• Operating Environment: Temperature 41-95°F (5-35°C), Humidity 10-90%.

Controls and Settings

Access menus via Control Panel LCD. Front Panel: POWER, STOP/RESET, Wi-Fi button, navigation arrows, OK.

LCD Menu: Setup, Maintenance, Wireless LAN setup, Print reports, Scan settings.

Print Settings: Quality (Standard, High), Paper type, Duplex, Color adjustment. Scan Settings: Resolution, File format, Destination. Maintenance: Printhead alignment, Nozzle check, Deep cleaning, Ink level check. Network: Wi-Fi setup, WPS, Network status.

Connecting to Network & Devices

Wireless: Use Wi-Fi button or control panel menu. Wired: Ethernet cable to router. USB: Direct to computer.

1. Turn on printer and ensure router is active.
2. Press Wi-Fi button, select network from list on LCD, enter password.
3. For WPS: Press router's WPS button, then printer's Wi-Fi button within 2 minutes.
4. Install software on computer to add printer.

Tip: Keep printer within range of Wi-Fi router. Use 2.4GHz network for compatibility.

Printing & Scanning Operations

Supports documents, photos, envelopes, labels.

1. Print from computer: Select Canon G7020 as printer, adjust settings in print dialog.
2. Print from mobile: Use Canon PRINT app or device's print function.
3. Scan: Place document on scanner glass, use Scan button or software.
4. Copy: Use Copy function on control panel for quick copies.
5. Duplex printing: Enable in printer properties for automatic double-sided printing.
6. Photo printing: Use photo paper, select appropriate paper setting.

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

Ink System & Refilling

Refillable ink tanks with individual bottles for each color.

1. Check ink levels: Via LCD menu or Canon PRINT app.
2. Refill: Open ink tank cap, slowly pour corresponding ink bottle until near MAX line.
3. Close cap securely; wipe any spills with dry cloth.
4. Run nozzle check after refilling if print quality issues occur.

CAUTION! Use only Canon GI-21 series ink bottles. Do not mix colors. Store ink bottles upright.

Maintenance & Cleaning

Regular maintenance ensures optimal performance.

• Exterior: Unplug, wipe with dry, soft cloth.
• Scanner glass: Clean with soft, lint-free cloth and glass cleaner.
• Printhead maintenance: Use nozzle check and cleaning functions via Maintenance menu.
• Paper path: Remove any jammed paper carefully.

CAUTION! Do not use alcohol, solvents, or abrasive cleaners. Unplug before cleaning.

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 Canon Customer Support at 1-800-OK-CANON. This product may be covered by one or more U.S. patents. Canon and MAXIFY are trademarks of Canon Inc.

Troubleshooting

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

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