BROTHER MCF-L2860DW (01) PDF Document

The following symbols and conventions are used throughout the User’s Guide:

Follow these steps to load paper into the paper tray:

1. Pull the paper tray completely out of the machine.

2. Press and slide the paper guides to fit the paper size. Press the green release levers to slide the paper guides.

3. Fan the stack of paper well.

4. Load paper in the paper tray with the printing surface face down.

5. Make sure the paper is below the maximum paper mark (▼▼▼). Overfilling the paper tray will cause paper jams.

6. Slowly push the paper tray completely into the machine.

7. Lift the support flap to prevent paper from sliding off the output tray.

When you load a different size and type of paper in the tray, you must also change the Paper Size and Paper Type settings on the machine or on your computer.

Use the ADF for copying or scanning multi-page, standard-sized documents. The ADF can hold up to 50 sheets of standard 80 g/m² paper.

IMPORTANT:

• DO NOT leave thick documents on the scanner glass, as this may cause the ADF to jam.

• DO NOT use paper that is curled, wrinkled, folded, ripped, stapled, paper-clipped, glued, or taped.

• DO NOT use cardboard, newspaper, or fabric.

• To avoid damaging your machine, DO NOT pull on the document while it is feeding.

Supported Document Sizes:

• Length: 147.3 to 355.6 mm

• Width: 105 to 215.9 mm

• Weight: 60 to 105 g/m²

Loading Steps:

1. Unfold the ADF document output support flap.

2. Fan the pages well.

3. Stagger the pages of your document and load it into the ADF face up and top edge first.

4. Adjust the paper guides to fit the width of your document.

Use the scanner glass to fax, copy, or scan one page at a time. To use the scanner glass, the ADF must be empty.

Supported Document Sizes:

• Length: Up to 300 mm

• Width: Up to 215.9 mm

• Weight: Up to 2 kg

Loading Steps:

1. Lift the document cover.

2. Place the document on the scanner glass face down.

3. Place the corner of the page in the upper left corner of the scanner glass.

4. Close the document cover. If the document is thick, like a book, gently press on the document cover.

The following table shows the maximum unscannable and unprintable areas from the edges of common paper sizes. Do not attempt to scan, copy, or print in these areas.

¹ A 1 in 1 copy and 100% document size copy.

Follow these steps to print a document from a Windows application:

1. Load the correct size paper in the paper tray.

2. In your application, select the print command.

3. Select your BROTHER MCF-L2860DW model, and then click the printer’s properties or preferences button.

4. In the printer driver window, select your desired settings:

• Paper Size: Select the paper size you are using.

• Orientation: Select Portrait or Landscape.

• Copies: Enter the number of copies (1-999).

• Media Type: Select the type of paper you are using.

• Multiple Page: Select options to print multiple pages on one sheet or one page on multiple sheets.

• 2-sided / Booklet: Select your 2-sided printing option.

5. Change any other printer settings as needed.

6. Click OK.

7. Complete your print operation in the application’s print dialog.

You can reduce paper usage by copying onto both sides of the paper. You must select a 2-sided copy layout before you begin.

For models with a physical 2-sided button (MFC-L2835DW and similar):

1. Load your document. For automatic 2-sided copying from a 2-sided original, use the ADF. For manual 2-sided copies, use the scanner glass.

2. Enter the number of copies you want.

3. Press the 2-sided button or press Options and select the 2-sided option.

4. Select the layout option (for example, Layout Long or Layout Short) and then press OK.

5. Select flip on long edge or flip on short edge.

6. Press Start.

• If using the ADF, the machine scans all pages and starts printing.

• If using the scanner glass, after the first side is scanned, place the next page on the glass and press the up arrow to scan the next page. When all pages are scanned, press the down arrow to select the [No] option and begin printing.

For touchscreen models (BROTHER MCF-L2860DW):

1. Load your document.

2. Press [Copy].

3. Enter the number of copies.

4. Press [Options].

5. Press the up or down arrow to display the [2-sided Copy] option, and then press it.

6. Select the layout option you want.

7. When finished, press [OK].

8. Press [Start].

• If using the ADF, the machine scans all pages and starts printing.

• If using the scanner glass, after the first page is scanned, place the next page on the glass and press [Continue]. When all pages are scanned, press [Finish].

For models with a physical 2 in 1 (ID) Copy button (MFC-L2835DW and similar):

1. Press (Copy) if the machine is not in Copy mode.

2. Place the ID card face down in the upper left corner of the scanner glass, at least 4.0 mm from the edges.

3. Press the 2 in 1 (ID) Copy button.

4. Enter the number of copies you want.

5. Press Start. The machine scans one side of the card.

6. After the first side is scanned, turn the ID card over.

7. Press Start to scan the other side. The machine will then print both sides on a single page.

For touchscreen models (BROTHER MCF-L2860DW):

1. Place the ID card face down in the upper left corner of the scanner glass, at least 4.0 mm from the edges.

2. Press [Copy].

3. Press [ID].

4. Enter the number of copies.

5. Press [Start]. The machine scans one side of the card.

6. After the first side is scanned, turn over the ID card and press [Continue] to scan the other side. The machine will then print both sides on a single page.

For models with a number pad (MFC-L2835DW and similar):

1. Press (Fax).

2. Place the document face up in the ADF or face down on the scanner glass.

3. Enter the fax number using the dial pad, a Shortcut button, or a Speed Dial code.

4. Press Start.

• If using the ADF, the machine scans and sends the document.

• If using the scanner glass, after the first page is scanned, the machine will ask if you want to scan another page. Place the next page on the glass and press the up arrow for Yes, or press the down arrow for No (Send).

For touchscreen models (BROTHER MCF-L2860DW):

1. Place the document face up in the ADF or face down on the scanner glass.

2. Press [Fax]. If Fax Preview is set to [On], press [Send a fax].

3. Enter the fax number using the on-screen dial pad, the Address Book, or the Call History.

4. Press [Fax Start].

• If using the ADF, the machine scans and sends the document.

• If using the scanner glass, after the first page is scanned, press Yes to scan the next page or No to send the document.

You must choose a receive mode based on the external devices and telephone services on your line. By default, the machine is set to automatically receive faxes.

• Fax Only Mode: Automatically answers every call as a fax. Choose this if you have a dedicated fax line.
• Fax/Tel Mode: Manages incoming calls by recognizing if they are fax or voice calls. It receives faxes automatically and produces a fast double-ring (F/T ring) for voice calls to alert you to pick up.
• Manual Mode: Turns off all automatic answering. You must lift the handset of an external telephone to receive a fax. When you hear fax tones, you must press specific buttons on the machine to receive it.
• External TAD Mode: Allows an external telephone answering device (TAD) to manage calls. The machine will “listen” for fax tones after the TAD answers. If it hears them, it takes over the call to receive the fax. Otherwise, the TAD can record a voice message.

To choose the correct receive mode on your BROTHER MCF-L2860DW (touchscreen model):

1. Press [Settings] > [All Settings] > [Fax] > [Setup Receive] > [Receive Mode].

2. Press the up or down arrow to display the options: [Fax Only], [Fax/Tel], [External TAD], or [Manual].

3. Press the option you want.

4. Press the Home key.

Cleaning the paper pick-up rollers can help prevent paper jams. Follow these steps:

1. Press and hold the Power button to turn the machine off.

2. Pull the paper tray completely out of the machine.

3. If there is any paper in the tray, remove it.

4. Tightly wring out a lint-free cloth soaked in lukewarm water. Use it to wipe the separator pad on the paper tray to remove dust.

5. Wipe the two pick-up rollers inside the machine to remove dust.

6. Reload the paper into the paper tray and put the tray firmly back in the machine.

7. Press the Power button to turn the machine on.

If you have print quality problems, such as vertical stripes on printed pages, the corona wire may need cleaning.

1. Open the front cover of the machine.

2. Remove the toner cartridge and drum unit assembly from the machine.

3. Clean the corona wire inside the drum unit by gently sliding the green tab from left to right and right to left several times.

4. Be sure to return the tab to the Home position (▲). The arrow on the tab must be aligned with the arrow on the drum unit.

5. Reinsert the toner cartridge and drum unit assembly back into the machine.

6. Close the front cover of the machine.

1. Make sure the machine is turned on and open the front cover.

2. Remove the toner cartridge and drum unit assembly.

3. Push down the green lock lever and take the toner cartridge out of the drum unit.

4. Unpack the new toner cartridge.

5. Hold the new cartridge by its handle and gently shake it from left to right several times to distribute the toner evenly.

6. Remove the protective cover.

7. Push the new toner cartridge firmly into the drum unit until it locks into place.

8. Clean the corona wire inside the drum unit by sliding the green tab from left to right and back several times. Return the tab to the Home position (▲).

9. Reinsert the toner cartridge and drum unit assembly back into the machine.

10. Close the front cover. Do not turn the machine off until it returns to Ready Mode.

1. Make sure the machine is turned on and open the front cover.

2. Remove the toner cartridge and drum unit assembly.

3. Push down the green lock lever and take the toner cartridge out of the drum unit.

4. Unpack the new drum unit.

5. Push the toner cartridge firmly into the new drum unit until you hear it lock into place.

6. Reinsert the toner cartridge and new drum unit assembly back into the machine.

7. Close the front cover.

8. After installing the new drum unit, you must reset the drum counter.

You must reset the drum counter only when you replace the drum unit with a new one.

1. Make sure the machine is turned on and the front cover is closed.

2. Press the Cancel button (X) to clear any error messages on the screen.

3. Press the Toner icon until the touchscreen message changes.

4. Press [Drum].

5. Press [Yes] to confirm you have replaced the drum.

The location of the paper jam will be indicated on the machine’s display. Follow the appropriate steps for the location.

Paper Jam in the Paper Tray:

1. Pull the paper tray completely out of the machine.

2. Slowly pull out the jammed paper.

3. Make sure the paper in the tray is flat and below the maximum paper mark.

4. Put the paper tray firmly back into the machine.

Paper Jam in the Back of the Machine:

1. Leave the machine on for 10 minutes to cool down.

2. Open the back cover.

3. Pull the blue tabs at the left and right sides to release the fuser cover.

4. Use both hands to gently pull the jammed paper out of the machine.

5. Close the fuser cover and the back cover.

Paper Jam inside the Machine:

1. Leave the machine on for 10 minutes to cool down.

2. Open the front cover.

3. Remove the toner cartridge and drum unit assembly.

4. Pull out the jammed paper slowly.

5. Install the toner cartridge and drum unit assembly back into the machine.

6. Close the front cover.

If you are experiencing print quality issues, consult the following table for possible causes and solutions: