This manual contains detailed instructions on the operation and maintenance of this machine. To get
maximum versati lit y from this machine all oper ators shou ld caref ully rea d and follow the instruc tions in
this manual. Please keep this manual in a handy place near the machine.
Please read the Saf ety Inform ati on before using thi s machine . It cont ains i mportant infor mation relate d
to USER SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS.
Notes:
Some illustrations might be slightly different from your machine.
Certain options might not be avai lable in some countries. For detail s, please contact your local dealer.
Operator Safety:
This machine is considered a CDRH class I laser device, safe for office/EDP use. The machine contains a 15-milliwat, 760-800 nanometer wavelength, GaAIAs laser diode. Direct (or indirect reflected)
eye contact with the laser beam might cause serious eye damage. Safety precautions and interlock
mechanisms have been designed to prevent any possible laser beam exposure to the ope rat or.
Laser Safety:
The Center for Devices and Radi ologi cal Heal th (CDRH) pro hibit s the repai r of laser -bas ed optic al unit
in the field. The opt ical housing unit can only be re paired in a factory or at a location with the requisite
equipment. The laser s ubsy stem is repl acea ble i n the fiel d b y a qual ifi ed Cust omer Enginee r. The l aser
chassis is not repairable in the field. Customer engineers are therefore directed to return all chassis
and laser subsystems to the factory o r service depot when replacement or the optic al subsystem is required.
Warning:
Use of controls or adjustment or performance of procedures other than those specified in this manual
might result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Two kinds of size notati on are employed in this manual. With this machine refer to the inch version.
For good copy quality, Ricoh recommends that you use genuine Ricoh toner.
Ricoh shall not be responsible for any dam age or expens e that might re sult from the use of parts other
than genuine Ricoh par ts in your Ricoh office product.
Power Source:
120V, 60Hz, 12A or more
Please be sure to conn ect the powe r c ord to a powe r sour ce as abov e. For det ails about p ower source,
⇒ P.147
“Power Connection”
.
Note to users in the United States of America
Notice:
This equipment has been t ested and foun d to comply wit h the limits for a Class B digit al devic e, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful int erference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency ener gy and, i f not in stall ed and used i n ac cordance with the instr uctio ns, ma y cause har mful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be deter min ed by turning the equip ment off and on, the user is encour aged to try t o
correct the interference by one more of the foll owing measures:
Reorient or relocat e the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is con-
nected.
Consult the dealer or an expe rienced radio /TV technician for help.
Warning
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
the user's authority to operate the equipment.
1. Properly shielded and g rounded cables and connectors must be used for connect ions to host computer (and/or peripheral) in order to meet FCC emission limits.
2. AC adapter with ferrite core must be used for RF interference suppression.
This device complies wi th Par t 15 of FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two cond itions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interf erence, and
2. This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may caus e undesired operation.
Ricoh Corporation, 5 Dedrick Place, West Caldwell, NJ 07006
973-882-2000
Note to users in Canada
Note:
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Remarque concernant les utilisateurs au Canada
Avertissement:
Cet appareil numér ique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
In accordance wit h IEC 60417, this machine uses the following symbols for the main powe r swi tch:
Do not make copies of any item for which copying is prohibited by law.
Copying the following items is normally prohibited by local law:
Bank bills, revenue stamps, bonds, stock certificates, bank drafts, checks, pass-
ports, driver's licenses.
The color copy samples in this book may differ slightly from the actual copies
due to printing effects.
This machine is equipped with a function that prevents making counterfeit bank
bills. Due to this function the original images similar to bank bills may not be
copied properly.
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Safety Information
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When using your equipment, the following safety precautions should always be
followed.
Safety During Operation
In this manual, the following important symbols are used:
WARNING:
CAUTION:
R
WARNING:
Connect the po wer cord direc tly i nto a wal l outl et an d neve r use a n ex-
•
tension cord.
Disconnect the power plug (by pulling the plug, not the cable) if the
•
power cable or plug becomes frayed or otherwise damaged.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions
are not followed, could result in deat h or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not
followed, may result in minor or moderate injury or damage to property.
To avoid hazardous electric shock or laser radiation exposure, do not
•
remove any covers or screws other than those specified in this manual.
Turn off the power and disconnect the power plug (by pulling the plug,
•
not the cable) if any of the following conditions exists:
You spill something into the equipment.
•
You suspect that your equipment needs service or repair.
•
Your equipment's cover has been damaged.
•
Do not incinerate spilled toner or used toner. Toner dust might ignite
•
when exposed to an open flame.
Disposal can take place at our authorized dealer or at appropriate col-
•
lection sites.
Dispose of the used toner cartridge in accor dance with the local reg-
•
ulation.
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CAUTION:
•
Protect t he eq uip men t f rom damp ne s s or w et we at he r, su ch a s rai n, sno w,
and so on.
•
Unplug th e power co rd from the wall out let bef ore you mov e the equi pment.
While mov ing th e e qui pme nt , yo u sh oul d t ake c are t ha t th e po wer c or d wi ll
not be damaged under the equipment.
•
When you disconnect the power p lug from the wall outlet, al ways pull the
plug (not the cabl e).
•
Do not allow pa per cl ips, s taples , or o ther s mall meta llic objec ts to f all i nside
the equipment.
•
Keep toner (used or unused) and t oner cartridge out of the reach of children.
•
For envi ronmenta l reasons, do not disp ose of the equipment or expended
supply wa ste at hous ehold wast e collec tion poi nts. Di sposal c an take plac e
at an authorized dealer or at appropriate collection sites.
•
The inside of the machine could be very hot. Do not tou ch the parts with a
label i nd ica ti ng t he “ho t s ur fa ce” . O th erw ise it coul d cau se a per so na l bu rn.
•
Our produc ts are en ginee red to meet high stan dards of quality and func tionality, and we recommend that you only use the expendable supplies available at an authoriz ed dealer.
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How to Read This Manual
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Symbols
In this manual, the following symbols are used:
WARNING:
This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation that might result in
death or serious injury when you misuse the machine without following the instructions under this symbol. Be sure to read the instructions, all of which are described in the Safety Information section.
CAUTION:
This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation that might result in minor or moderate injury or property damage that does not involve personal injury
when you misuse the machine without following the instructions under this
symbol. Be sure to read the instructions, all of which are described in the Safety
Information section.
WARNINGS and CAUTIONS are notes for your safety.
Important
If this instruction is not followed, paper might be misfed, originals might be
damaged, or data might be lost. Be sure to read this.
Preparation
This symbol indicates the prior knowledge or preparations required before operating.
Note
This symbol indicates precautions for operation or actions to take after misoperation.
Limitation
This symbol indicates numerical limits, functions that cannot be used together,
or conditions in which a particular function cannot be used.
Reference
This symbol indicates a reference.
[]
Keys that appear on the machine's panel display.
{}
Keys built into the machine's operation panel.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
What You Can Do with This Machine ...................................................... 2
Guide to Components............................................................................... 4
Lower this cover over originals placed on
the exposure glass for copying.
2. Flip cover
Flip this up when to access the keys underneath.
3. Main power switch
To start the machine, turn on this switch.
Note
❒
If the machine does not operate after
turning on the operation switch, check
if the main power switch is turned on.
If it is off, turn it on.
4. Copy tray
Copied paper is delivered here.
4
5. Stopper
When you copy onto thin paper, raise
this to prevent curling.
6. Paper tray
Set paper here.
7.
Front cover
Open to access the inside of the machine.
8. Operation panel
⇒
“Operation Panel”
P.7
.
9. Operation switch
Press this switch to turn the power on
(the On indicator lights up). To turn the
power off, press this switch again (the
indicator goes off).
On
10. Exposure glass
Position originals here face down for
copying.
1. Bypass tray
Use to copy onto OHP transparencies,
adhesive labels, translucent paper, post
cards, and non-standard size paper.
2. Right covers
Open this cover to remove jammed paper.
3. Ventilation holes
Prevent overheating. Do not obstruct the
ventilation holes by placing or leaning an
object near them. If the machine overheats, a fault might occur.
5
Options
This machine can be provided with the following options:
1. Platen cover
Lower this cover over originals placed on
the exposure glass for copying.
2. Document feeder (ADF)
Insert a stack of originals here. They will
be fed automatically.
3. Original tray
4. 1000-sheet tray unit (two 500-
sheet trays)
Consists of two paper trays.
Other options:
• Controller Interface unit
5. 1500-sheet tray unit (three 500-
sheet trays)
Consists of three paper trays.
6. 20-bin sorter stapler
Sorts, stacks, and staples copies.
7. 3-bin sorter
Sorts and stacks copies.
8. 10-bin sorter stapler
Sorts, stacks, and staples copies.
6
Operation Panel
1.
User Tools
{
Press to change the default settings and
conditions to meet your requirements.
2.
Color Balance
{
Press to adjust and store the color balance. ⇒ P.95
3.
Menu
{
Displays the names of available functions.
4.
{
Press to use the stored functions you frequently use. By default, the following
functions are stored:
• Combine 2 Originals
• Series Copies
• Margin Adjustment
• Directional Size Magnification (mm)
5.
{
Press to use Directional Magnification
(%) mode. ⇒ P.63
tion (%)”
6.
{
Press to select Sort, Stack or Staple mode.
⇒
P.88
}
Favorite
Directional Mag.(%)
.
Sorter
“Sort”
key
}
key
}
“Color Balance”
key
keys
}
“Directional Magnifica-
key
}
.
key
}
.
7. Panel Display
Shows operation status, error messages,
and function menus. ⇒ P.9
play”
.
8.
Selection
{
Press the key under the item you wish to
select.
keys
}
“Panel Dis-
9. Indicators
These indicators show errors or the status
of the machine. ⇒ P.109
Something Goes Wrong”
10.
Check Modes
{
Press to check all the settings you have
set.
11.
Program
{
Press to select the program mode. ⇒ P.54
“Program”
12.
Press to clear the previously entered settings.
13.
Press to enter/exit Energy Saver mode.
⇒
P.51
.
Clear Modes
{
Energy Saver
{
“Energy Saver Mode”
key
}
}
key
}
}
“What to Do If
.
key
key
.
7
14.
Interrupt
{
Press to make interrupt copies. ⇒ P.52
“Interrupt Copying”
key
}
.
26.
Auto Image Density
{
Press to make copies in Auto Image Density mode. ⇒ P.28
“Auto image density”
key
}
.
15.
Counter
{
Press to check the total number of copies
made. ⇒ P.58
key
}
“Counter”
.
16. Main Power indicator
This indicator lights up when the main
power switch is turned on, and goes off
when the switch is turned off.
17. On indicator
This indicator lights up when the operation switch is turned on, and goes off
when the switch is turned off.
18. Operation switch
Press this switch to turn the power on
(the On indicator lights up). To turn the
power off, press this switch again (the
indicator goes off).
19.
Clear/Stop
{
Press to cancel the copy number entered.
While copying, press to stop copying.
This key is also used to clear data.
key
}
On
27.
Darker
{
Press to increase the image density.
28.
Lighter
{
Press to lower the image density.
29.
Auto Reduce/Enlarge
{
Enlarges or reduces the image automatically according to the specified paper
size. ⇒ P.50
30.
Zoom
{
Enlarges or reduces in 1 % steps. ⇒ P.61
“Zoom”
31.
Image Adjustment
{
Press to change the default settings for
image adjustment. ⇒ P.98
ment”
.
32.
Bypass Feed
{
Press to select the paper type when copying with the bypass tray. ⇒ P.41
from the Bypass Tray”
key
}
key
}
“Auto Reduce/Enlarge”
key
}
.
key
}
.
key
}
key
}
“Image Adjust-
“Copying
.
Start
key
key
}
20.
{
Press to start copying. Use to set the Auto
Start.
21.
{#}
Use to enter data in selected modes.
22. Number keys
Use to enter the desired number of copies. They are also used to enter data.
23.
12 keys (Color Mode keys)
Press to select the color mode. ⇒ P.29
“Selecting a Color Mode”
24.
Original
{
Press to specify the type of original image. ⇒ P.35
Type (Photo/Text)”
25.
<>
Press to select an item on the panel display.
key
}
“Selecting the Original Image
keys (Cursor keys)
.
.
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Panel Display
The panel display shows the status of the machine, error messages, and function
menus.
Important
❒
Do not apply a strong shock or force of about 30N (about 3kgf) or more to the
panel display or you could damage it.
Note
❒
Currently selected items are shown highlighted on the panel display
Auto
(e.g.).
❒
Keys that are not available are shown grayed out (e.g.).
Layout and Keys
❖
Initial display
OK
1. The machine status and messages
appear here.
2. Items which can be selected or
specified.
3. These four keys correspond to the
keys that are in the bottom line of
the display (e.g.
in the above display). Press
Paper
[
]
the relevant key to select a key in the
display.
Ratio
[
], [
100%
, and
]
4. Number of copies set.
5. Settings for this function.
6. Press these keys to select an item
on the display.
To move the selection to the left, press the
key.
<
To move the selection to the right, press
the > key.
9
❖
Function menu display
1. A
✓
mark appears before the
names of functions that are currently
selected.
2. The machine status and messages
appear here.
3. Items which can be selected or
specified.
Common Keys
[OK]
Cancel
[
↑
Prev.
[
<>
Exit
]
[
]
][
↓
Next
]
Confirm the selected function or value and return to the
previous display.
Cancel the selected function or value and return to the previous display.
When there are too many items to fit on the display, use
these keys to move between pages.
Press to highlight items you wish to select.
Confirm the selected function or value and return to the ini-
tial display.
Select
[
]
Confirm the selected function.
Example Displays
The basic elements used on the display are shown below. Understanding their
meaning help you exploit this machine's features quickly and easily.
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Sample display for color erase
1. The machine status and messages
appear here.
2. Available settings.
3. A screened key means you should
press it.
OK
Press the
k
key.
]
[
1. Selected item.
2. Cancel the settings and return to
the previous display.
3.
Confirm the settings and return to
the previous display.
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1. Basics
Turning On the Power
To turn the machine on, press the operation switch.
Note
❒
This machine automatically enters Energy Saver mode or turns itself off if you
do not use the machine for a while. For details, ⇒ P.51
For details Auto Off Timer, ⇒ P.131
Power Switches
-
This machine has two power switches.
❖
Operation switch (right side of the operation panel)
Press this switch to activate the machine. When the machine has warmed up,
you can make copies.
“System settings”
“Energy Saver Mode”
.
.
❖
Main power switch (left side of the machine)
When the machine is not to be used for an extended period of time, turn off
the main power switch.
Turning On the Main Power
A Make sure that the power cord is firmly plugged into the wall outlet.
B Turn on the main power switch.
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1
Basics
Starting the Machine
A Press the operation switch to make the On indicator go on.
Note
❒
If the power is not turned on when the operation switch is pressed, check
if the main power switch is on. If off, turn it on.
❒
During the warm-up period (about 7 minutes), you can use the Auto Start
function. ⇒ P.53
“Auto Start”
.
When the machine is set for user codes
A Enter your user code using the number keys. Then press the
Note
❒
To prevent others from making copies with your user code, press the
Modes
Reference
For more about user codes ⇒ P.136
key and the
}
Clear/Stop
{
key simultaneously after copying.
}
“General features”
.
#
{
When the Energy S aver indicator is lit
The machine is in Energy Saver mode.
A Press any key.
The machine will return to the ready condition.
Note
❒
The machine will also return to the ready condition when an original is set
in the document feeder, or when the platen cover or the document feeder
is opened.
key.
}
Clear
{
14
Shutting down the machine
A Press the operation switch to make the On indicator go off.
Turning On the Power
Turning off the main power
A Turn off the main power switch.
The main power indicator of the operation panel goes off.
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15
Basics
Originals
1
Standard Size Originals
The machine will detect originals of the following sizes and directions as standard size originals:
❖
When you set originals on the exposure glass
Metric version
Inch version
❖
When you set orig inals in the document feeder
Metric versionA3L, B4L, A4
Inch version
A3L, B4L, A4
11" × 17"L, 10" × 14"L, 8
11"
LK
390mmL, 195 × 267mm
" × 11"
2
A4
8" × 13"L, 8
LK
,11" × 17"L, 11" × 15"L, 10" × 14"L, 8
LK
LK
LK
1
/2" × 11"
, B5
, B5
LK
LK
LK
LK
1
/2" × 13"
, 8
1
/2" × 14"L, 81/2" × 13"L, 81/2" ×
, A5
LK
, 11" × 17"L, 8
, 8" × 10"L, 51/2" × 81/2"
L
, B6
LK
1
/2" × 13"L, 81/
1
, 267 ×
/2" × 14"L,
LK
Recommended Originals
Regarding originals that the document feeder can handle, ⇒ P.159
Feeder (Option)”
.
“Document
Non-recommended Originals for the Document Feeder
Note
❒
The following types of originals are not recommended for use with the document feeder. Place them directly on the exposure glass.
KL
2
, 34 lb
2
, 11 lb
1
, 5
/2" x 81/2"
2
, 11 and 14 lb, the document feeder
LK
• Originals thicker than 128g/m
• Originals thinner than 40g/m
• For originals between 40 and 52g/m
must be set to Thin Paper mode with the user tools.
• Originals larger than A3, 11" × 17"
• Originals smaller than B6
• Folded, curled, creased, or damaged originals
• Mailing labels, or perforated originals
• Bound, stapled, or clipped originals
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• OHP transparencies
• Translucent paper
• Pasted originals
Originals
• Damp originals
• Sticky originals
• Wavy originals
• Originals that are not made from paper
• Originals written in pencil on both sides, or two-sided carbon originals