This Service Manual provides basic facts and figures needed to service the GP215/GP200 in the field.
The GP215/GP200 is designed to accommodate fax and printer functions in addition to copier functions,
and separate service manuals are available for each function; refer to the appropriate service manual as
necessary.
This Service Manual is organized as follows:
CHAPTER 1, “General Introduction,” shows the GP215/GP200’s features, specifications, and step-by-
step instructions on how to operate the copier.
CHAPTER 2, “Copying Processes,” shows how the GP215/GP200 generates copies while discussing
each of the steps involved.
CHAPTER 3, “Operations and Timing,” explains the GP215/GP200’s mechanical system by function
and principles behind its electrical systems in relation to timing of each operation.
CHAPTER 4, “Mechanical System,” explains how to disassemble/assemble and adjust the
GP215/GP200.
CHAPTER 5, “Installation,” provides points to note when selecting the site of installation and instruc-
tions on how to install the GP215/GP200.
CHAPTER 6, “Maintenance and Inspection,” provides tables of periodically replaced parts and con-
sumables/durables as well as a scheduled servicing chart.
APPENDIX contains a general timing chart, general circuit diagrams, and PCB diagrams.
This Service Manual is accompanied by the Service Handbook, which contains information on how to
maintain and inspect the GP215/GP200 through adjustment and troubleshooting work.
Information found in this manual may be updated from time to time for product improvement, and major
updates are communicated in the form of Service Information bulletins.
All service persons are expected to be thoroughly familiar with the contents of this Service Manual, the
Service Handbook, and Service Information bulletins and be ready to respond to the needs of the user
promptly.
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COPYRIGHT © 1996 CANON INC. CANON GP215/200 REV.0 JULY 1996 PRINTED IN JAPAN (IMPRIME AU JAPON)
INTRODUCTION
