Brother MFC-J995DW Manual

The Brother MFC-J995DW is an all-in-one color inkjet printer featuring print, copy, scan, and fax capabilities. It supports wireless and wired network connectivity, automatic duplex printing, a large paper capacity, and high-yield ink cartridges. Below are key sections for safety, features, installation, setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

1. Features at a Glance 2. Installation & Setup 3. Specifications 4. Controls & Operation 5. Connecting to Network 6. Printing & Copying 7. Scanning & Faxing 8. Maintenance & Ink 9. Regulatory Information 10. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: Color inkjet printhead, Automatic Document Feeder (ADF), Control Panel with LCD, Paper Trays, Network ports, USB port.

Feature	Description
Print Speed	Up to 15 ppm black, 13 ppm color
Paper Capacity	Up to 250 sheets (standard)
Connectivity	Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB 2.0
Automatic Duplex	Two-sided printing standard
Display	2.7-inch color touchscreen LCD
Ink System	High-yield individual cartridges (CMYK)
ADF Capacity	Up to 35 sheets
Fax	Super G3 color fax capability
Mobile Printing	Brother iPrint&Scan, AirPrint, Google Cloud Print
Warranty	1-year limited warranty

Installation & Setup

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

Install ink cartridges: Open front cover, remove protective tape, insert cartridges until they click.
Load paper: Adjust paper guides in tray, load plain paper face down.
Connect power: Plug power cord into printer and wall outlet.
Turn on printer: Press power button, follow on-screen prompts.
Install software: Insert CD or download drivers from Brother website.

WARNING! Do not touch printhead or ink contacts. Keep printer upright during setup.

Specifications

Print Technology: Inkjet (4-color individual cartridges).
Resolution: Up to 1200 x 6000 dpi.
Paper Sizes: Letter, Legal, A4, envelopes, photo sizes.
Input Capacity: 250 sheets + 35-sheet ADF.
Interface: USB 2.0, 10/100 Ethernet, Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n.
Operating Systems: Windows, macOS, Linux.
Power Consumption: Approx. 30W (printing), 1.5W (standby).
Dimensions: 18.7" W x 16.1" D x 12.6" H.
Weight: Approx. 24.3 lbs.

Controls & Operation

Control Panel: Power button, LCD touchscreen, Navigation buttons, Start/Stop, Copy, Scan, Fax.

LCD Menu: Setup, Network, Maintenance, Reports, Fax/Telephone.

Basic Operations: Copy (color/black, number of copies, reduce/enlarge). Scan (to PC, email, cloud). Fax (speed dial, manual send). Print (from PC or mobile). Settings: Network configuration, ink levels, print quality, paper type.

Connecting to Network

Wired: Connect Ethernet cable to router and printer. Wireless: Use WPS or manual setup.

Press Network button on control panel.
Select Wireless Setup Wizard.
Choose network name, enter password.
Confirm connection on LCD.
Install drivers on computers.

Tip: For best Wi-Fi performance, place printer within range of router.

Printing & Copying

Print from computer: Select Brother printer in print dialog. Copy using ADF or flatbed.

Place original in ADF or on glass.
Press Copy on control panel.
Select color/black, number of copies, size.
Press Start.
For duplex copying, enable in settings.

WARNING! Do not force paper into ADF; ensure documents are free of staples.

Scanning & Faxing

Scan to PC: Install Brother software, press Scan button, select destination. Fax setup: Connect phone line to LINE port.

Load document in ADF or on glass.
Press Fax, enter number using keypad.
Adjust resolution if needed.
Press Start to send.
Store numbers in speed dial for quick access.

Maintenance & Ink

Replace ink when LCD indicates low. Clean printhead via Maintenance menu.

Ink Cartridges: Use Brother LC-221 series. Replace one color at a time.

Open front cover, wait for carriage to move.
Press down on cartridge to release, remove.
Unpack new cartridge, insert until click.
Close cover, allow printer to initialize.

CAUTION! Do not refill cartridges; may damage printer. Recycle empty cartridges.

Regulatory Information

FCC Part 15: Class B digital device; complies with interference limits. ICES-003: Complies with Canadian EMI regulations. Energy Star® qualified. Copyright © Brother Industries, Ltd. For support, visit support.brother.com or contact 1-877-267-8437.

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
Printer not printing	Out of ink, paper jam	Check ink levels; clear paper path; restart printer.
Poor print quality	Clogged nozzles, wrong paper	Run head cleaning utility; use recommended paper.
Wireless connection lost	Router issues, distance	Restart router and printer; move closer to router.
Paper jams	Misloaded paper, debris	Open covers, gently remove paper; check for obstructions.
Scanner not working	Driver issues, connection	Reinstall scanner driver; ensure USB/network connected.

Reset: Menu > Initial Setup > Reset Settings if needed.

Service: 1-877-267-8437; support.brother.com