How to Enter the Service Mode for a Canon IR C3200

Enter service mode on a Canon 3200 to clear error codes and change system settings.

The Canon ImageRunner 3200 is a digital multi-functional device that produces copies or prints in both black and white and full color. The 3200 can be configured as a copier, network printer and network scanner. As with all Canon copiers, the 3200 has a service mode that can be entered to clear codes or to make system-wide setting changes.

Instructions

1. Press the "*" key. The Canon 3200 has a keypad on the right side of the main copier panel.

2. Immediately after releasing the "*" key, press and hold down the "2" and "8" keys simultaneously.

3. Press the "*" key again. After releasing the keys used in Step 2, pressing the "*" will bring you into the service mode on the Canon 3200 copier.

Tips & Warnings

• Be careful when changing settings in service mode---making some changes can adversely effect the performance of the 3200.

References

• Kuro 5 Hin: Enter Service Mode
• Canon USA: imageRunner 3200 Product Information

Resources

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