Minolta EP1052 USER MANUAL

EP1052

Thank you for choosing Minolta.

This operator’s manual expl ains h ow to operat e the cop ier and reple nis h it s
supplies. It also gives some troubleshooting tips as well as general precau tio n s to
be observed when operating the copier.

To ensure the best performance and effecti ve use of your copie r, read this manual
carefully until you fami liarize yours elf tho roughl y with its oper ation and features.
After you have read through the manual, keep it for ready reference.
Please use this manu al as a qu ick and handy referen ce too l for immediately

CE Marking ( De clara t io n of Conformit y)

We declare under our sole res po nsibility that the copier and options to
which this declaratio n relates i s in conformity with the specif icatio ns
below.
This declaration is valid for the area of the European Union (EU) only.

Product Type Copying Machine
Product N a m e EP1052
Option

s

MB-4

Standards Safety

:

EN 60 95 0 / 199 2
(Safety of information technology equipment, including
electrical business e

quipment)

EMC:EN 55 02 2 (Class B) / 1995

(Limits and method for measurement of radio disturbance
characteristics of information technology equipment
(ITE))
EN 55 08 2-1 / 1992
(Electromagnetic compatibility - Generic immunity
standard Part1: Residential, commerci al and light
industry)
EC 801-2 / 1991 (Electrostatic discharge requirement)
IEC 801-3 / 1984 an d IEC 801- 3 / 19 92 ( d raf t) (R adia t ed
electromagnetic field requirement)
IEC 801-4 / 1988 (E lectric al fas t tra nsient / burst
requirement)

EC Directives Safety

EMC ::

73 / 23 / EEC and 93 / 68 / EEC art. 13
89 / 336 / EEC and 93 / 68 / EEC art. 5

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Contents

Chapters 1 through 3 give the basic information for making copies.
Be sure to read these chapters before usi ng your co pier.

Using this Manual

Organization viii
Page Organization ix
Terms and Symbols for the Type of Origin als and
Copy Paper x

Chapter 1 Safety Not es p. 1

1. Installing the Copier p. 2

Installation Site
Power Source
Grounding
Space Requirements

2. Precautions for Use p. 4

Operating Environment
Using the Copier Properly
Care of Copier Supplies
Moving

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Chapter 2 Getting to Know

your Copier p. 7

1. System Overview p. 8

2. Copier Parts and Accessories

Outside Copier p. 9
Inside Copier p. 10
Multi Bypass Tray p. 12

3. Control Panel Keys and Indicators

Control Panel p. 14
Display p. 16

4. Turning ON and OFF, and Resetting the
Copier

Turning ON and OFF p. 19
When Copier is Turned ON p. 19
Minimizing the Warm-up Time p. 20
Initial Mode and Panel Resetting p. 21
Auto Res et Fu nc ti on p. 22

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Chapter 3 Making Copies p. 23

1. Copying Overview p. 24

2. Copying Procedure

Placing Originals p. 26
Checking the Copy Paper Size and Selecting the Paper
Source p. 28
Zoom Ratio

• T ypes of Zoom R atios p.30

• Zoom Ratio Table

(Original Size to Copy Paper Size) p. 33

Image Density p. 34
Book Co py ing p. 36
Number of Co pi e s p. 38
Starti ng the Copy Cycle p.39
Manual Bypass Copying p. 40

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Chapter 4 A uxiliar y Functions p. 43

1. Checking the Total Number of Copies Mode
p.44

2. Toner Replenisher Function
(Increasing the Image Density) p. 46

3. Drum Dehumidifier Function p. 47

4. User’s Choice p. 48

Chapter 5 When an Indicator

Lights Up p. 59

(Replenishing Supplies, Clearing Misfeeds,
and Correcting a C losure Fa il u re)

1. Quick Reference for Indicator Lights p. 60

2. Detailed Instructions for Indicator Lights

Add Toner Indicator p. 62
Add Paper Indicator p. 64
Closure Failure Indicator p. 67
Misfeed Indicator p. 68
Call-Tech.-Rep. Indicator p. 71
I. U. Service Life Indicator p. 72

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Chapter 6 Troubleshooting p. 81

1. When this Type of Copy is Produced p. 82

The image is too light
The image is too dark
The copy is blurry
The copy has lines
The copy has dark specks or spots
The edge of the copy is dirty
The image on the copy i s not aligned prope rly

2. The Copier is not functioning as designed p. 86

None of t he Control P a ne l Indica tors light up
Pressing the Start Key does not start the copy cycle
The Copier is not activated when the Power Switch is
turned ON

Chapter 7 Specifications p. 89

1. Copier p. 90

2. Multi Bypass Tray p. 92

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Contents

Chapter 8 Miscellaneous p. 93

1. Care of the Copier

Daily Checks P. 94
Cleaning p. 96

2. Description of Copy Paper
Size p. 100

3. Zoom Ratio Table
(Origi na l S ize to Copy Paper
Size) p. 101

4. Index p. 102

Chapter 1

Safety Notes

Chapter 2

Getting to Know
your Co pier

Chapter 3

Making Copi e s

Chapter 4

Auxiliary Functions

Chapter 5

When an Indicator
Lights Up

Chapter 6

Troubleshooting

Chapter 7

Specifications

Chapter 8

Miscellaneous

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Organization

Chapte rs 1 through 3 give t he basic i nformatio n for makin g copies. Be sure to
read these Chapters befo re u s ing your copier.

Chapter 1 Safety No te s

About the operating envi ro nment, conditions and precautions for use.

Chapter 2 First Things t o Know your Copier

A brief description of the system and preliminary information about
the different parts of the system.

Chapter 3 Making Copies

About how to make c opies.
"COPYING OVERVIEW" on p. 24
These pages offer quick, at-a-g lance instructions for making copies.
Each step is keyed to a page number with more detailed information.

Chapter 4 Auxiliary Functions

About the auxiliary functions that can be used for specific purposes.

Chapter 5 When an Indicator Lights Up

About the various warning indications given on the control panel
and steps to correct these conditions.

Chapter 6 Troubleshootin g

Instructions on how to tr oublesh oot co pier malf unctio ns.

Chapter 7 Specifications

Complete specifications of the copier system and options.

Chapter 8 Miscellaneous

About care for the copier and the various po ssible combinations of
functions.

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Page Organization

Each page of this manual is basicall y organized as follows.

Control Panel Indicators

A steady light and blinking light Indicator on the control panel are indicated as
follows.

➭

p. XX (Cross-reference):

Shows t he page to refer to for more detailed information.

Index: To locate your Chapter quickly.

Section title

Table of co ntents of the Chapter:
To quickly locat e your page in the chapter.

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Blinking Light

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Steady Light

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Feeding Direction (Copy Paper Path)

In this copier system, copy paper is taken up from the right-hand side of the
copier and fed through the copier toward the left-hand side, out face up onto the
Exit Tray. In the figure below, the direction in w hich the copy paper is fed, a s
indicated by the arrow, is called the "feeding direction."

Terms and Symbols for the Type of Originals and Copy
Paper

A few special term s an d sym bols are used in this manual to designate types of
originals and copy paper. These two pages explain about these terms and
symbols.

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"Width" and "Length"

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When we talk about the size of the
original or copy, we call side A
"width" and side B "length."

A: Widt h
B: Length

Terms and Symbols Used

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<Lengthwise >

When the original or copy has a
"length" longer than its "width," w e
call it "lengthwise" and use symbol
"L" or " ."

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<Crosswise >

When the original or copy has a
"length" shorter than its "wid th," we
call it "crosswise" and use s ymbol
"C" or " ."

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Chapter 1

Safety Notes

This Chapter explains about the operating environment, conditions,
and precautions for use.

1. Installing the Copier p. 2
Installation Site
Power Sou rc e
Grounding
Spa ce Requirements

2. Precautions for Use p. 4
Operating Environment
Using the Copier Properly
Care of Copier S upplies
Moving

Chapter 1

Safety Notes

1

Installation Site

To ensure utmost safety and preven t possib le malfunctio ns of the copier, install it
in a location which meets the following requirements.

◆

A place away from a curtain or the like that may catch fire and burn easily.

◆

An area where there is no possibility of bei ng splash ed with water or other
types of liquid .

◆

An area free from direct sunlight.

◆

A place out of the direct air stream of an air conditioner, heater, or ventilator.

◆

A well-ventilated place.

◆

A dry place.

◆

A dust-free location.

◆

An area not subject to undue vibration.

◆

A stable and level location.

Power Source

The power source voltage requirements are as follows.

◆

Use a power source with little voltage fluctuat ion.

◆

If any other electrical equipment is sourced from the same powe r outlet, make
sure that the capacity of the outlet is not exceeded.

◆

The outlet should be located near the copier and easil y accessib le.

◆

Never connect by means of a multiple socket any other appliances or machines
to the outlet being used for the copier.

◆

If an extension cord is needed, use one with a capacity more than the power
consu mpt ion of t h e cop ier .

◆

Make sure that no unusu al, excessive force is being app lied to the power cor d
or extension cord.

Grounding

To prevent receiving electrical shocks in the case of electrical leakage, always
ground the copier.
Connect the grounding wire to:

◆

The ground terminal of the outlet.

◆

A grounding contact which complies with the local electrical standards.

NOTE: Never connect the grounding wire to a gas pipe, a grounding wire for a

telephone or a water pipe.

Voltage Fluctuation : Within ±10%
Frequency Fluctuation : 50/60 Hz Within ±0.3%

1. Installing the Copier

Safety Notes

Chapter 1

2

Space Requirements

To ensure easy copie r operation, supply replacement and service maintenance ,
adhere to the recommended space req uir ements detailed below.

NOTE: Be s ure to allow a clearance of 6 i n. or more at the back of the co p ier as

there is a ventilation duct.

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430

633

841

469

372

Scale: mm

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= Locat e t he Copie r in a Well Ventil ated Room =
A negligi ble amount of ozone is generated during normal operation of this
copier. An unpleasant odor may, however, be created in p o o rly ventilated
rooms during extensive copier operations. For a comfortable, healthy, and
safe operating environment, it is recommended that the room be well
ventilated.

NOTE

Operating Environment

The operating environmental requi remen ts of the copier are as foll o ws.

Temperature : 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F) with a fluctuation of 10°C (50°F) per hour
Humidity : 15% to 85% with a fluctuation of 20% per hour

Using the Copier Properly

To ensure the optimum performance of the copier, follow the precautions listed
below.

◆

NEVER place a heavy object on the copier or subject the copier to shocks.

◆

NEVER open any Doors, or turn OFF the copier while the copier is making
copies.

◆

NEVER bring any magnetized object or use flammable sprays near the copier.

◆

NEVER place a vase or vessel containing water on the copier.

◆

NEVER drop paper clips, staples, or other small pieces of metal into the copier.

◆

NEVER attempt to re m ove any Cover tha t is secured.

◆

ALWAYS insert the Power Plug all the way i nto the outlet.

◆

ALWAYS make sure that the outlet is visible, clear of the copier or co pier
cabinet.

◆

ALWAYS ensure that the cop ier does not ride on the po wer cord or
communications cable of other electrical equipment, and it does not get such a
cord or cable wedged into its own mechanism.

◆

NEVER leave damage or cracks evident on the copier power cord unattended.
If you find any of these conditions, immediately shut down the copier, unplug
the power cord, and call your Techn ical Representative for appropriate action.

◆

ALWAYS p ro vid e go od ven ti l at io n when ma ki ng a larg e numbe r of con ti n uo us
copies.

◆

NEVER keep the copier running when it becomes inordinately hot or produces
abnormal noise. If that happens, immediately turn OFF the copier, unplug it,
and then call your Technical Representat ive.

2. Precautions for Use

Safety Notes

Chapter 1

4

Care of Copier Supplies

Use the following precautions when handling the copier supplies (toner, paper,
etc.).

◆

Store the paper, toner, and other supplies in a place free from dir ect s un light
and away from any heating apparatus. Keep them in a dry, clean environment.

◆

Store pap er, w hi ch ha s bee n remo ve d fr om i ts wrap per but not loaded into the
Drawer, in a sealed plastic bag in a coo l, dark place.

◆

Use the correct to ner for the exc lusive use by the copier. The applicable copier
model name is indicated on the Toner Bottl e.

◆

Keep supplies out of the reach of children.

◆

If your hands become soiled with toner, wash them with soap and water
immediately.

Moving

If you need to transport the copier over a long distance, consult your Technical
Representative.

2. Precautions for Use

= Placer le copieur dans une pièce largement ventilée =
Une quantité d’ozon e nég ligable est dégagée pendant le fonctionnement du
copieur quand celui-ci est utilisé normalement. Cependan t, u ne o deu r
désagréable peut être res s entie dans les pièces do nt l’aération es t insuffisante
et lorsque une utilisation prolongée du copi eur es t effectuée. Pour avoir la
certitude de travailler d an s un envi ron nement réun iss ant d es con dit ions de
confort, santé et de sécurité, il est préférable de bien aérer la pièce ou se
trouve le copieur.

REMARQUE

Chapter 1

Safety Notes

5

2. Precautions for Use

Safety Notes

Chapter 1

6

Chapter 2

Getting to Know

your Copier

This Cha pter gives you a br ief desc r iption of the system and
prelimi nar y inf o rm ati on abo ut the dif fe re nt par ts of t he s ys tem.

1. System Overview p. 8

2. Copier Parts and Accessories
Outside Copier p. 9
Inside Copier p. 10
Multi Bypass Tr a y p. 12

3. Control Panel Keys and Indicators
Control Panel p. 14
Display p. 16

4. Turning ON and OFF, and Resetting the Copier
Turning ON and OFF p. 19
When Copier is Turned ON p.19
Minimizing the War m-up Time p. 20
Initial Mode and Panel Resetting p. 21
Auto Reset Function p. 22

Chapter 2

Getting to Know your Copier

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The EP1052 system can be configured with the following
components.

1. System Overview

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EP1052

◆

EP1052
The Paper Drawer can hold up to 250 sheets of copy
paper (8 0 g/ m

2

). The Manual Bypass Tray allo ws y ou
to make a co py on p a per w hic h is n o t loa ded in the
Drawer and which is fed into the copier manually via
this Tray.

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Multi Bypass Tray
MB-4 <Option>
Holds up to 50 sheets of
standard paper which is
not loaded in any of the
Drawers, allowing to
make copies on them.

➭

p. 41

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Outside Copier

3

1 2

4
5

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7

8

10

9

2. Copier Parts and Accessories

1

Control Panel

: Use to start a copy cycle or to make copying-job

settings.

➭

p. 14

2

Original Cover

: Holds the original placed on the Original Glass in

position. To place an original, raise the Cover and place
it in position on the Original Glass.

➭

p. 26

3

Power Switch

: Use to t urn the cop ier ON and OFF.

➭

p. 19

4

Manual Bypass Tr ay

: Use for manual feeding of pap er in to the copier.

➭

p. 40

5

Right Door

: Open to clear a paper misfeed.

➭

p. 69

6

Total Counter

: Shows the total number of copies made so far.

7

Front Door

: Open t o:

• Replace the Toner Bottle.

➭

p. 62

• Clear a paper misfeed.

➭

p. 68

• Clean the Corona Units.

➭

p.98
Closing th e F r ont Door afte r a mi s f eed has been cl eared
will turn the Misfeed Indicator on the control panel OFF.

8

Paper Draw er

: Holds up to 250 sheets of paper.

The Edge Guide and Trailing Edge Stop are movable,
allowing you to load paper of different sizes.

➭

p.64

9

Exit Tray

: Hol ds copies fed out of t he copier .

10

Copy Tray Ex t en d e r

: Slide this Extender out when making copies on

large-size paper.

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1

3

2

7
6

5

4

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Inside Copier

1

Original
Width/Length Scale

: Place the original alo ng these Scales for correct

positioning.

➭

p. 26

2

Original Pad

: Hold s the origi nal in position on the Origin a l G lass.

3

Original Gl a s s

: Place the original f ace do wn on this Glass.

➭

p. 26

4

Corona Unit
Cleaning Lever
(Upper/Lower)

: Operate the Lever to clean t he corres pond ing

Corona Unit if unwanted lines are produced on the
copy.

➭

p. 98

5

Lock Release Lever

: Turn counterclockwise to swing up the Upper Half

of the copier to clear a paper misfeed.

➭

p. 68

6

Toner Bottle

: Contains toner. Replace it with a new one when the

Add Toner In di c ator l ig ht s up.

➭

p. 62

7

Toner Bottle
Holder

: Swing open to replace the Toner Bottle.

➭

p. 62

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2. Copier Parts and Accessories

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8

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11

13

9

12

8

Upper Half of
Copier

: The copier main body can be divided into two

parts, the upper and lower. The Upper Half can be
swung upward.

➭

p. 68

9

Imaging Unit

: Converts the o rig inal image to the copy image.

10

Imaging Unit Lock
Release Lever

: Operate when replacing the Imaging Unit.

➭

p. 72

11

Dehumidifier
Switch

: Turn ON to prevent condensation from forming on

the PC Drum when power is tur ned OFF.
(For Technical Representative only)

12

Fusing Unit
Handle

: Hold onto this Lever when lifting the Upper Half of

the Fusing Unit.

➭

p. 69

13

Fusing Unit

: Fuses the toner i mage onto the paper.

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2

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Paper Guide Plate

: Slide as necessary to the size of the copy paper.

➭

p. 41

2

Multi Bypass T ray

: Load your paper o n th i s Tray. It allows you to

make copies continuously on paper fed from this
Tray.

➭

p. 41

3

Multi Bypass
Tray Extender

: Slide this Ext e nder out to use large-size copy p a per.

➭

p. 41

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1 2

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18

3 4

5

6

21

Control Panel

1

Clip Tray:

Use this tray to put the paper clips used with the documents.

2

Drum Dehumidify Key:

Press to remove condensation formed on the surface of the PC Drum.

➭ p. 47

3

Auxiliary Toner Replenishing Key:

Press when the image on the copy becomes too light.

➭ p. 46

4

Meter Count Key:

Press to check for the current counts of four electronic counters of the copier.

➭ p. 45

5

Display:

See the other pages in this manual.

➭

p. 16

6

Paper Se le ct Key :

Press to select the paper source, Drawer or Mu lti Bypass Tray (option), when the
Multi Bypass Tray is mounted to the copier.

➭ p. 28

7

Zoom Down K e y:

Press as necessary to make the zoom smaller in 1% increments.

➭

p. 32

8

Zoom Up Ke y:

Press as necessary to make the zoom larger in 1% increments.

➭

p. 32

9

Key Pad:

Use to enter the number of copies to be made and other numeric data.

➭

p. 38

10

Energy Saver Key:

Press to set the copier into the Energy Saver Mode.

➭

p. 20

11

Panel Reset Key:

Press to set the copier into the initial mode, clearing all settings made previously on
the control panel.

➭

p. 22

Holding down the Key for 3 seconds will initiate the User’s Choice.

➭

p. 56

12

Clear Key:

Press to clear the number of copies, zoom and other settings.

➭

p. 38

3. Control Panel K eys and Indic ator s

A

100%

Meter Count

Toner

Drum Dehumidify

Paper

%

50%~200%

Auto

Lighter Darker

Book

Photo

Auto/Photo

141% A4 @ A3
115% B4

@

A3

100%

@@@

Full Size

81% B4

@

A4

70% A3

@

A4

A3

@@

A4

@@

B4

A4

@@

FLS.

A5

@@

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Stop Key:

Press to stop a multi-copy cycle. ➭

p. 39

14

Start K ey:

Press to start a copy cycle.

➭

p. 39

15

Enlargement Key:

Press to select a desired fixed enlargement ratio.

➭

p. 31

16

Full Size Key:

Press to select full size (100%).

➭

p. 31

17

Reduction Key:

Press to select a desired fixed reduction ratio.

➭

p. 31

18

Exposure Co nt rol Key ( > , D arker ) :

Press as necessar y to make the exposure level higher in the Manual Exposure Mode.

➭

p. 35

19

Auto Exposure Mode Key:

Press to select the Auto Exposure, Manual Exposure or Photo Mode.

➭

p. 35

20

Exposure Cont rol Key ( < , Lighter) :

Press as necessar y to make the exposure level lower in the Manual Exposure Mode.

➭

p. 35

21

Book K ey:

Press as neces sary to select the Book Copying Mode.

➭ p. 36

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4

7

3

6

9

C

2

5

8

0

A

100%

Paper

%

50%~200%

Auto

Lighter Darker

Photo

Auto/Photo

141% A4 @ A3
115% B4

@

A3

100%

@@@

Full Size

81% B4

@

A4

70% A3

@

A4

A3

@@

A4

@@

B4

A4

@@

FLS.

A5

@@

Inch

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2

3

4

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Display

1

Monitor Display

•

Paper So ur ce In di ca tor

Shows the paper sour ce which is currently
selected for use.

➭

p. 28
Example: Shows that the Drawer is currently

Example: selected for use.

•

Closure Failure Indicato r

The location of a Door left open is also indicat ed
by a round marker.

➭

p.67
Example: Indicates that the Front Door or Right
Door is left open.

•

Misfeed Indicator

Indicates that a paper misf eed has occu rred.
The location of the misfeed is also indicated by a
round marker.

➭

p. 68
Example: Shows that a misfeed has occurred

Example: inside t he c opie r.

A

100%

Meter Count

Toner

Drum Dehumidify

Paper

%

50%~200%

Auto

Lighter Darker

Book

Photo

Auto/Photo

141% A4 @ A3
115% B4

@

A3

100%

@@@

Full Size

81% B4

@

A4

70% A3

@

A4

A3

@@

A4

@@

B4

A4

@@

FLS.

A5

@@

Inch

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Call-Tech.-Rep. Indicator

Indicates that t he c opie r has developed a
malfunction.
When a malfunction occurs, t he corres ponding
malfunction code is sh o wn a cross the Zoom Ratio
Indicator and Multi-Copy Display.

➭

p. 71

•

Add Toner Indicator

Indicates that t he To ner Bottle is running out of
toner. Replace the Toner Bottle as soon as
possible. ➭ p. 62

•

I. U. Service Life Indicator

Indicates that t he I magin g Un it needs
replacement.
Replace the Imaging Unit. ➭ p. 72

2

Paper Information Disp lay

•

Paper Si ze Indic at or s

Show the size of pap er curr ently loaded in the
Drawer.

➭

p. 28

•

Add Paper Indicator

Lights up when the currently selected Drawe r has
run ou t of pa per . Ad d paper a s nec es sa r y.

➭

p. 64

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3

Zoom Ratio Indicator /
Multi-Copy Display

: Each shows the following data.

%

Zoom Ratio
Indicator

Multi-Copy
Display

•

Example
Zoom ratio: 100%
No. of copies: 1

%

•

Count of the Total Counter
Example: 93,930 (copies)

%

•

User’s Choice code and setting value
Example: Choice code: 14, Setting: 1

%

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•

Malfunction code
Example: Malfunction code C0F30

Auto

Lighter Darker

Photo

Auto/Photo

1152O019CA

Auto

Lighter Darker

Photo

Auto/Photo

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4

Exposure Information Display

•

Auto Exposure Indicator

:Indicates t ha t the copier is n ow in the Auto
Exposure Mode. ➭ p. 34

•

Exposure Level Indicator

:Shows the expo sure setting level in the Manual
Exposure Mode.

➭

p. 34

The center LED is normally lit.

•

Photo Mode Indicator

:Indicates that t he c opie r i s now in the Photo Mode.

➭

p. 34

Auto

Lighter Darker

Photo

Auto/Photo

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3. Control Panel Keys and Indicators

18

•

The Start Key blinks orange, indicating that the copier is now warming up.

•

In about 30 sec., the Start k ey t ur ns green. Now the copier is ready to make
copies.

NOTE

Usef ul Tip

Turning ON and OFF

Turning Copier ON
Turning Copier OFF

:Press the Power Switch to the " " position.

:Press the Power Switch to the " " position.

1142O026AA

4. Turning ON and OF F, and Resetting the Copier

When Copier is Turned ON

The period of time can be changed by using the User’s Choice. ➭ p. 54

The Auto Shut OFF function will automati cally shut down th e copier a give n
period of time after the last activity. The initial setting is 30 minu tes.

1152O011AA

Blinking Orange

Turns Green

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19

The time for the copier to enter the Energy Saver Mode can be selected
from 1 to 120 min. by using User’s Choice. ➭ p.53

The co p i er is shut down if the Auto Shut OFF f u nction activate s w hile the
copier is in the Ener gy Saver M ode.

Entering The Energy Saver Mode

Useful Tip

NOTE

Minimizing the Warm-up Time

Instead of turning the copier OFF, it’s a good idea to use the Energy Saver Mode.
This mode will m inimize the time for the copier to complete the warm-up cycle
to about 20 sec.
The Energy Saver Mode is automatically activated a given period of time afte r the
copier has been used last. The initial is 15 min.

1139O2360A

Leaving the Energy Saver Mode

•

Press any Key on the control panel,
for instance, the Start Key.

◆

This cancels the Energy Saver
Mode, and the copier will be ready
to make copies in about 20 seconds.

Energy Saver

Panel Reset

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1142O093CA

•

Press th e Ener gy S ave r Key on th e
control panel.

◆

All control panel Indicators go out,
except that the Start Key and the
Energy Saver Key which remain lit
green.

Chapter 2

Getting to Know your Copier

4. Turning ON and OFF, and Resetting the Copier

20

Initial Mode and Panel Resetting

Initial Mode

When the Power Switch is turned ON, the initial settin gs are indicated on the
control pa ne l.

* The initial settings serve as th e reference for all control panel setti ngs to be later

made.

The initial settings can be changed by User’s Choice. For details, see "USER’S
CHOICE,"

➭

p. 48

Useful Tip

•

No. of co pie s to be made: 1

•

Zoom ratio: Full size (100%)

•

Auto Exposure Mode

•

Non-Sort Mode

A

100%

Meter Count

Toner

Drum Dehumidify

Paper

%

50%~200%

Auto

Lighter Darker

Book

Photo

Auto/Photo

141% A4 @ A3
115% B4

@

A3

100%

@@@

Full Size

81% B4

@

A4

70% A3

@

A4

A3

@@

A4

@@

B4

A4

@@

FLS.

A5

@@

Inch

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4. Turning ON and OFF, and Resetting the Copier

21

The Panel Reset Key enables you to cancel all previous settings efficiently. To
avoid miscopy, try to pr es s the Panel Reset Key before attemptin g to make an y
setti n g for yo ur own job .

Useful Tip

Panel Resetting

The Panel Reset Key resets all control panel settings to default settin gs including
the number of cop ies to be made and zoom ratio.

Auto Reset Function

If no Key on the control panel is pressed within about 60 seconds after a copy
cycle has been completed or copying settings made, the Auto Reset Function is
activated to cause the copier to return to the initial mode automatically.

The Auto Reset Function can be enabled or disabled by User’s Choice. For
more details, see "USER’S CHOICE."

➭

p. 52

Useful Tip

Panel Reset

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4. Turning ON and OFF, and Resetting the Copier

22

Chapter 3

Making Copies

This Chapte r s ho ws yo u how to mak e co pies .
The Copying Overview is on p. 26.
These pages offer quick, at-a-glance instructions for making copies.
Each step is keyed to a page number with more detailed information.

1. Copying Overview p. 24

2. Copy ing Procedure
Placing Originals p. 2 6
Checking the Copy Paper Size and Selecting the Paper
Source p.28
Zoom Ra tio

•

Types o f Zo om R a ti o s p. 30

•

Zoom Ratio Tab le
(Original Size to Copy Paper Size) p. 33

Image Dens ity p. 34
Book Copying p. 36
Numb er of Copies p. 38

Start ing the Copy Cycle p. 39
Manual Bypass Copying p. 40

Chapter 3

Making Copies

23

1. Copying Overview

• Place the original in position (step 1), set the number of copies to be made (step

7), and press the Start Key (step 8). This will allow you to make a full-size
copy or copies on paper of the same size as the original.
The control panel selection ( ) you make will change the ma gnification
ratio and the image density.

1151O013AA

• Raise the Original Cover and place th e

original face down on the Original Glass .

➭

p. 26

• Check whether the desired

paper size is loaded into the
Drawer or no t.

➭

p. 28

• YES: Go step 3 or step 7.

• NO: Load the de s ired paper size or make a copy

using a Manual Bypass Tray.
⋅ Add Paper Indicator

➭

p. 64

⋅ Manual Bypass Copying

➭

p. 40

2. Chec king the Copy Paper Size an d
Selecting the Paper Source

• Select the desired fi xed

zoom ratio.

➭

p. 31

• Set the zoom ratio.

➭

p. 32

To change the Zoom
Ratio

3. Selecting the Zoom Ratio

Paper

A4

1142O138DA

50%~200%

1142O034AA

100%

1142O105CA

1.Placing the Original

Chapter 3

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24

• Press the Book Key to

select the Book Copying
Mode.

➭

p. 36

To copy from a book

5. Select i ng Bo ok Co py in g

7. Setti ng the Nu m ber of Co pie s

• Using the Key Pad, set the number

of cop i e s t o be made or the
number of c op y set s .

➭

p. 38

• If you enter a wrong number, press

the Clear key and enter the
correct number.

➭

p. 38

A

Auto

Lighter Darker

Photo

Auto/Photo

• Set the image density in

the Manual Exposu re
Mode.

➭

p. 35

1152O022CA

A

Auto

Lighter Darker

Photo

Auto/Photo

• Select the Auto

Exposure Mode
or Phot o Mode .

➭

p. 35

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Book

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1142O097CC

Chapter 3

Making Copies

8. Starting the Copy
Cycle

• Press the Start Key to

start the copy cycle.

➭

p. 39

• Press the Stop Key to

stop the copy cycle.

➭

p. 39

1139O2360A

C

To change the
Exposure Level

4. Setting the Image Densitry

1. Copyi n g Overview

25

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Zoom Ratio

The zoom ratio can be set manually by the operat o r . Select the appropriate
mode according to your needs.
The selected zoom ratio is shown on the Zoom Ratio Indicator.

100%

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141% A4

A3
115% B4 A3
100% Full Size
81% B4 A4
70%

A3

A4

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Three reduction ratios (50%, 70%,
81%)
Three enlargement ratios (115%,
141%, 200%)
And Full Size (100%).

Types of Zo om Ra ti os

Fixed Zoom Ratios

50%~200%

1139O3590A

Any rati o fro m 50% to 20 0% (i n 1%
increments) can be selected.

Zoom Ratios

A

100%

Meter Count

Toner

Drum Dehumidify

Paper

%

50%~200%

Auto

Lighter Darker

Book

Photo

Auto/Photo

141% A4 @ A3
115% B4

@

A3

100%

@@@

Full Size

81% B4

@

A4

70% A3

@

A4

A3

@@

A4

@@

B4

A4

@@

FLS.

A5

@@

Inch

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2. Copyi n g Pr ocedure

30

1

100%

1142O105CA

Press the Reduction, Fu ll S ize, o r
Enlargement Key to s elect a fixed
zoom rati o of yo ur cho ic e.

Selecting the Fixed Zoom Ratios

100%

141% A4

A3
115% B4 A3
100% Full Size
81% B4 A4
70%

A3

A4

1142O140DC

1142O140DB

<Reduction>
Each time the Reduction Key is
pressed, it selects a new reduction
ratio.

* The Zoom Ratio In dicator displays

the actual perc entage of the selected
ratio.

100%

1142O141DC

141% A4

A3

115% B4 A3
100% Full Size
81% B4 A4
70%

A3

A4

1142O141DB

<Enlargement>
Each time the Enlargement Key is
pressed, it sel ects a new en larg ement
ratio.

*

The Zoom Ratio In dicator displays
the actual perc entage of the selected
ratio.

100%

1142O142DC

141% A4

A3
115% B4 A3
100% Full Size
81% B4 A4
70%

A3

A4

1142O142DB

<Full Size>
Press the Full Size K ey t o select full
size (100%).

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2. Copying Procedure

31

50%~200%

1139O3640A

1139O3640A

Hold down the Zoom Down or
Up Key until the desired zoom
ratio is reached.
Zoom Down Key makes the
ratio smaller
Zoom Up Key makes the ratio
greater

Setting a Zoom Ratio

<

>

<>

Zoom range: 50% to 200%

To save time, first s elect the fixed ratio nearest to the target zoom ratio before
using the Zoom Up or Down Key.

Useful Tip

Chapter 3

Making Copies

2. Copyi n g Pr ocedure

32

Zoom Ratio Table (Origi nal S ize to Copy Paper Size)

Metric Size

Original Size

Copy
Paper Size

Zoom Ratio

A3 A4 70%

297 × 420 mm

11-3/4" × 16-1/2"

A5 50%
B4 86%
B5 61%

A4 A5 70%

210 × 297 mm

8-1/4" × 11-3/4"

A6 50%
B5 86%
B6 61%
A3 141%
B4 122%

A5 A6 70%

148 × 210mm

5-3/4" × 8-1/4"

B6 86%
A4 141%
A3 200%
B4 173%
B5 122%

A6 A4 200%

105 × 148 mm

4-1/4" × 5-3/4"

A5 141%
B5 173%
B6 122%

B4 A4 81%

257 × 364 mm

10" × 14-1/4"

A5 57%
B5 70%
B6 50%
A3 115%

B5 A5 81%

182 × 257 mm

7-1/4" × 10"

A6 57%
B6 70%
A3 164%
A4 115%
B4 141%

B6 A6 81%

128 × 182 mm

5" × 7-1/4"

A4 164%
A5 115%
B4 200%
B5 141%

Inch Size

Original Size

Copy
Paper Size

Zoom Ratio

11" × 17" 11" × 14" 82%

279.4 × 431.8 mm

Legal 77%

Foolscap 76%

Letter 64%

Invoice 50%

11" × 15" 11" × 14" 93%

279.4 × 381 mm

Legal 77%

Foolscap 77%

Letter 73%

Invoice 50%

11" × 14" Legal 77%

279.4 × 355.6 mm

Foolscap 77%

Letter 77%

Invoice 50%

Legal Foolscap 92%

8-1/2" × 14"

Letter 78%

215.9 × 355.6 mm

Invoice 60%

11" × 17" 121%

Foolscap Letter 84%

8-1/2" × 13"

Invoice 64%

215.9 × 330.2 mm

11" × 17" 129%
11" × 14" 107%

Letter Invoice 64%

8-1/2" × 11"

11" × 17" 129%

215.9 × 279.4 mm

11" × 14" 127%

Invoice 11" × 17" 200%

5-1/2" × 8-1/2"

11" × 14" 164%

139.7 × 215.9 mm

Legal 154%

Foolscap 152%

Letter 1 29%

Zoom Ratio = Copy Paper Size ÷ Original Size

1" (inch) = 25.4 mm
1 mm = 0.0394 " (inch)

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2. Copying Procedure

33

The image density level of copi es can be adj u sted either in the Auto Exposure
Mode, Manual Exposure Mode or Photo Mode. Select the appropriate mode
according to your par ticular needs.

1152O019CA

The copier reads the image den sity
of the original and automatically
adjusts the exposure level for the
optimum copy image density.

Types of Exposure Modes

Auto Exposure Mode

1152O021CA

In the Manual Exposure Mode, you
can vary the expo sure level in nine
steps.

Manual Exposure Mode

Auto

Lighter Darker

Photo

Auto/Photo

Auto

Lighter Darker

Photo

Auto/Photo

Image Density

Auto

Lighter Darker

Photo

Auto/Photo

1152O020CA

The copier can make a faithful
reprod uct i on of an ori g in al havi n g
halftone images such as photos. The
image density of the photo may be
varied in nine steps.

Photo Mode

A

100%

Meter Count

Toner

Drum Dehumidify

Paper

%

50%~200%

Auto

Lighter Darker

Book

Photo

Auto/Photo

141% A4 @ A3
115% B4

@

A3

100%

@@@

Full Size

81% B4

@

A4

70% A3

@

A4

A3

@@

A4

@@

B4

A4

@@

FLS.

A5

@@

Inch

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2. Copyi n g Pr ocedure

34

Auto Exposure Mode

Photo Mode

Hold down the Exposure Control
Key < or > until the desired
exposure level is reache d.

To make the image darker :
Press or ho ld do wn t h e Exp osu re
Control Key > .
To make the image lighter :
Press or ho ld do wn t h e Exp osu re
Control Key < .

A

Auto

Lighter Darker

Photo

Auto/Photo

1152O024CA

Press the Auto Exposure Mode Key
A as n e c essary to li g ht up the Photo
Mode Indicator ❍ Photo .

•

The exposure level in the Auto Exposure Mode can be varied by using the
User’s Choice.

➭

p. 49

•

The copier ha s been factory-set to automatically select the Auto Exposure
Mode. The User’s Choice can be used to change this default setting to the
Manual Exposure Mode.

➭

p. 50

Useful Tips

A

Auto

Lighter Darker

Photo

Auto/Photo

1152O023CA

Press the Auto Exposure Mode Key
A as necessa ry to light up the Auto
Exposure Indicator ❍ Auto .

Selecting the Exposure Mode

Each time the Auto Exposure Mode
Key A is pressed, the Auto
Exposure Mode, Manual Exposure
Mode and Photo Mode are selected
alternately.

A

Auto

Lighter Darker

Photo

Auto/Photo

1152O022CA

Hold down the Exposure Co ntr ol Key
< or > until the desired
exposure level is reached.

Manual Exposure Mode

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2. Copying Procedure

35

Book Copying

Book

1158O016CA

•

Select Book Copying when you
want to make a 1-sided copy of
each page of an open book.

Original Copy

1139O1990A

1134O037AA

Position the higher-numbered
page on the Original Wi dth Scale
end.
If the book is thick, you can
make copies with the Original
Cover rai se d .

* "Book original" refers to an

open bound original.

1

Selecting the Book Copying Mode

•

Not positioning an open book
properly will result in copies with
pages in incorrect o r der .

•

Do not look directly at the
Original Glass surface, as a very
intense beam of light can be
emitted.

NOTES

1158O017CA

Book

1158O017CA

Press the Book Key.

•

The Book Indicator lights up.

2

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2. Copyi n g Pr ocedure

36

•

If paper other than A4 crosswise
paper is loaded into the Drawer
when the B ook Copyi ng Mode is
selected, the Drawer Indica to r an d
the corresponding Paper Size
Indicator blin k on the Control Panel.

In such a case, load paper of the
same size and in the same direction
of each pa ge o f a bo ok int o the
Drawer.

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1139O1460A

A4 Crosswise

NOTE

Paper

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A3

@@

A4

@@

A4

@@

A5

@@

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2. Copying Procedure

37

1

7

3

6

9

C

2

5

8

0

4

Setting the Number of Copies

1142O171AA

Using the Key Pad, enter the number
of copies to be made.

* The maximum number that can be

set is 99.

Number of Copies

1139O3740A

Example:
To make 18 co pi es , pr es s Key

➀

and

then Key

➇

, in that order.
The Multi-Copy Display now shows
"18."

1

7

3

6

9

C

2

5

8

0

4

1142O169AA

To correct or reset a number entry,
press the Clear Key.

* The Multi-Copy D is play is reset to

"1."

Correcting the Number Entry

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1

4

7

3

6

9

C

2

5

8

0

A

100%

Meter Count

Toner

Drum Dehumidify

Paper

%

50%~200%

Auto

Lighter Darker

Book

Photo

Auto/Photo

141% A4 @ A3
115% B4

@

A3

100%

@@@

Full Size

81% B4

@

A4

70% A3

@

A4

A3

@@

A4

@@

B4

A4

@@

FLS.

A5

@@

Inch

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2. Copyi n g Pr ocedure

38

Starting the Copy Cycle

1139O2360A

Check the control panel to make
sure that you ha ve set up your
copy job correctly.

Press the Start Key, if it is green.
The Start Key turns orange when
the copy cycle starts.

Starting the Copy Cycle

1
2

Stop

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1139O2592A

To stop a multi-copy cycle in
progress, press the Stop Key.

Stopping a Multi-Copy Cycle

The Start Key soon turn s gr een
and the copier stops.
The Multi-Copy Display shows
the number of copies yet to be
made.

1

4

7

3

6

9

C

2

5

8

0

A

100%

Meter Count

Toner

Drum Dehumidify

Paper

%

50%~200%

Auto

Lighter Darker

Book

Photo

Auto/Photo

141% A4 @ A3
115% B4

@

A3

100%

@@@

Full Size

81% B4

@

A4

70% A3

@

A4

A3

@@

A4

@@

B4

A4

@@

FLS.

A5

@@

Inch

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2. Copying Procedure

39

Manual Bypass Copying

Use the Manual Bypass to make copies on paper not loaded in the Drawer, or to
copy onto transparencies, translucent paper, or any other special paper.
If th e copier is equipped w ith a Mul ti Bypass Tray (option) , you can load more
than one sheet of paper for a continuou s ru n.

◆

Types o f Paper

•

Plain paper (weighing 60 g/m2 to 90 g/m2)

•

Heavyw eight paper (weighing 90 g/m2 to 157 g/m2)

•

Transparencies, translucent paper

◆

Paper Size

•

Width: 100 mm to 29 7 mm

•

Length: 140 mm to 432 mm

◆

Capacity

•

Plain paper, heavyweight paper, tran sparencies, translucent paper ... 1 sheet at a tim e

<Multi Bypass Tray>

•

Plain paper : Approx. 50 sheets

•

Plain paper (once-copi ed paper) ... Up to 20 sheets.

•

Heavyweig ht paper, tra nsp are ncies, t ransl uce nt paper: A pprox. 20 sheet s

1139O0150A

Place the original on the Original
Glass and make the contr ol panel
settings.

Insert the copy paper into the
Manual Bypass Tray.

◆

This automatically s tar ts th e
copy cycle.

Using th e Manua l Bypass Tray

1
2

•

Insert the copy paper one sheet at a time.

•

Do not i nsert a s he e t of paper while the copier is warm ing up or in a
multi-copy cycle.

•

The Book Copying Mode cannot be selected for manual bypass copying.

NOTES

When making multiple copies using OHP transparencies, set the Copy Tray
into the upper position if there is no Sorter or Stapl e Sorter mounted .

IMPORTANT

Chapter 3

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2. Copyi n g Pr ocedure

40

1139O0130A

Place the original on the Original
Glass and make the contr ol panel
settings.

Swing down the Multi Bypass
Tray and slide the Paper Guide
Plate t o the size o f the copy
paper.

Using the Multi Bypass Tray (Option)

1
2

Pull out the Multi Bypass
Tray Extender if y ou are using
larger paper.

NOTE

1139O0140A

Load a neat stack of copy paper
on the Tray and insert it into the
copier until it stops.

3

•

Before inserting, fan the
paper stack well if you are
using transparencies or
translucent paper.

•

Correct any curl if you are
using thick paper.

NOTES

1139O2360A

Using the Key Pad, enter the
number of copies to be made.

Press the Start Key to start the
copy cycle.

➭

p. 39

4

•

Do not insert the paper wh ile the copier is in t he wa r m- up cycle or a
multi-copy cycle.

•

The Book Copying Mode cannot be selected for manual bypass copying.

NOTES

5

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2. Copyi n g Pr ocedure

42

Chapter 4

Auxiliary Functio ns

This Chapter explains about the Auxiliary functions that can be used
for specific purposes.

1. Checking the Tota l Number of Copies Mo de p. 44

2. To ne r Replenisher Function
(Increasing the Image Density) p. 46

3. Drum Dehumidifier Funct ion p. 47

4. User’s Choice p. 48

Chapter 4

Auxiliary Functions

43

Types of Counters

•

Total Counter

:

Shows the total number of copies made since
the installation of the copier.

•

Size Counter

:

Shows the number of copies made on paper of
a size preset by the Technical Representative.

Counter Display

1. Checking the Total Number of Copies Mode

50%~200%

The Zoom Ratio Indicator
shows the upper 3 digits of
the count.

The Multi-Copy D i splay
shows the lower 2 digits
of the count.

Example: The count is 12,345 (copies).

1139O3790A

Meter Count

Toner

Drum Dehumidify

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1142O152CA

This function allows you to check the total
count of the two count ers of the copier.

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Auxiliary Functions

44

Using the Meter Count Function

Meter Count

Toner

Drum Dehumidify

1142O116CA

1142O116CA

Press the Meter Count Key once.
The count of the Total Counter is

shown across the Zoom Ratio
Indicator and Multi-Copy
Display.

1

Meter Count

Toner

Drum Dehumidify

1142O116CA

1142O116CA

Press the Meter Coun t Key once
again.

This restores th e copier to the
state before entering the Meter
Count Mode .

3

1. Checking the Total Number of Copies Mode

Meter Count

Toner

Drum Dehumidify

1142O116CA

1142O116CA

Press the Meter Coun t Key again.
The count of th e Size Counter is
shown across the Zoom Ratio
Indicator and Multi-Copy
Display.

2

Chapter 4

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45

Meter Count

Toner

Drum Dehumidify

1142O118CA

1142O118CA

Press the Auxiliary Toner
Replenishing Key.

This causes the copier to initiate toner
replenishing, which lasts for 90
seconds at maximum.

•

Do not turn the Power Switch OFF or open the Front o r Righ t Door while t he
copier is replenishing toner.

NOTE

Meter Count

Toner

Drum Dehumidify

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1142O152CA

The cop i er t ends to exhaust the supply of
toner ra p idl y when m aki ng a numbe r of
copies from an origin al w ith dark solid areas.
As a result, the image density of the copy
will become lighter. In such a case, you can
use the T oner Rep l e nisher function to regain
the normal image density quick ly.

Original Copy

Copy Made Af ter
Toner
Replenishing

Even if you continue making copies a ft e r the im a ge density h a s become lighter,
the copier will gradually recover the normal image density. The Toner
Replenisher Mode can, however, be used to obtain the normal image density more
quickly.

1142O148CB

2. Toner Replenisher Function

2. (Increasing the Image Density)

Chapter 4

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46

Meter Count

Toner

Drum Dehumidify

1142O152CA

1142O152CA

During high humidity periods or when there
are sudden rapid changes in humid ity
(especially when you are using a heater in
winter),

condensation*1 could form on the

surface of the

PC Drum*2, resulting in
blotchy copies. In such instances, use the
Drum Dehumidify Key to dry the surface of
the PC Drum.

Meter Count

Toner

Drum Dehumidify

1142O119CA

*1: Condensation: A phenomenon in which small drops of water are formed on

cold surfaces, such as t he surface of the PC Drum.

*2: PC Drum: Functions in the copier a s film does in a camera.

1142O119CA

Press the Drum Dehumidify Key.
This sets the copier into the
Drum Dehumidifier M od e which
lasts for 90 seconds.

Make a copy to check that the
copy image is clear.
Run the Drum Dehumidifier cycle
once again if the copy image is
not yet clear.

1
2

Before a Drum
Dehumidifier Opera tion

After a Drum
Dehumidif ier Operation

1142O149CB

A copy cycle can be initiated even while the copier is in the Drum
Dehumidifier Mode.

Useful Tip

The copier cannot be set into the Drum Dehumidifi er Mode while it is w a r ming
up.

NOTE

3. Drum Dehum idifier F unction

Chapter 4

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47

Functions Availabl e in User’s Choice

Choice Code Function Choice Code Function

U-13

Default auto exposure
level

U-21

Energy Sa ver ON
Timing

U-14

Default exposure
mode/level

U-28 Auto Shut OFF Timing

U-20

Auto Panel Reset
ON/OFF

The copier has been set so t hat
the most frequently used settings
are automatically selecte d in the
initial mode.

The User’s Choice a llow s you to
select the default settings which
are automatically selecte d in the
initial mode acco rding to you r
own needs.

By setting defaul t s for th e pap er si ze , zoo m ratio and other se ttings that a re
most frequentl y us ed, ti me an d ef fort to make extra settings will be
eliminated when the cop ier is turne d ON or when t he auto res et func ti on is
activated.

For more details, consult your Technical Represent ativ e.

%

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1158O028DA

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115% B4

@

A3

100%

@@@

Full Size

81% B4

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1158O028DA

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48

4. User’s Choice

U-13 Default auto exposure level

•

Determines the default exposure level in the Auto Exposure Mode.

Setting Value Description

Initial

Setting

46 Low, level 4
47 Low, level 3
48 Low, level 2
49 Low, level 1
50 Standard
51 High, level 1
52 High, level 2

*

When the exposure level is "Low," the greater the level number is, the lower the
exposure level.

When the exposure level is "High, " the greater the level numb er is, the higher
the exposure level.

Lower

O

Higher

Level

43 2 1Standard1 2

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49

U-14 Default exposure mode/level

•

Determines the default exposure mode, either Auto or Manual, selected when
the control panel settings are reset.

If Auto is selected, this function also all ows you to specify the default exposure
level (EXP) in the Manual Exposure Mode, after the Auto Exposure Mode has
been canceled.
If Manual is selected, the function also allows you to specify the default
exposure level (EXP) in the Manu al Exposure Mode.

If any value between "0" and "8" is selected:

The Auto Exposure Mode is selected.

If any value between "10" and "18" is selected:

The Manual Exposure Mode is selected.

Auto Exposure Mode as Default

Setting

Value

Description Initial

Setting

Defaul t M ode Expo s ure Setting in Manual Mode

0Auto Manual EXP1
1Auto Manual EXP2
2Auto Manual EXP3
3 Auto Manual EXP4
4Auto Manual EXP5
5Auto Manual EXP6
6Auto Manual EXP7
7Auto Manual EXP8
8Auto Manual EXP9

*Refer to the next page for t he Manu al Exposure Mode.

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50

Manual Exposure Mode a s Default

Setting Value Description Initial Setting

10 Manual Exposure Mode / EXP1
11 Manual Exposure Mode / EXP2
12 Manual Exposure Mode / EXP3
13 Manual Exposure Mode / EXP4
14 Manual Exposure Mode / EXP5
15 Manual Exposure Mode / EXP6
16 Manual Exposure Mode / EXP7
17 Manual Exposure Mode / EXP8
18 Manual Exposure Mode / EXP9

Lighter Darker

Auto/Photo

1234 5678 9

* With EXP5 at the central level, the

exposure level will be lower as the
number becomes smaller, and it is
higher as the number becomes
greater.

1152O043CA

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51

U-20 Auto Panel Reset ON/OFF

•

Selects whether to activ ate the Auto Panel Reset function 60 secon ds after a
copy cycle has been completed or a control panel key ha s been pressed.

If "0" is selected:

The control panel settings remain valid even after 60 seconds.

If "1" is selected:

The control panel settings are canceled and the copier is reset int o the
default mode after 30 seconds. (Auto Panel Reset)

If "2" is selected:

The control panel settings are canceled and the copier is reset int o the
default mode after 60 seconds. (Auto Panel Reset)

Setting Value Description Initial Setting

0 Auto Panel R eset is not activated.
1 Auto Panel Reset is activated (after 30 sec.)
2 Auto Panel Reset is activated (after 60 sec.)

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52

U-21 Energy Saver ON Timing

•

Select whether or not to set the copier into the Energy Saver mode after the
lapse of a given period of time after a copy cycle has been completed or a key
on the control panel has been operated.

•

The period of time can fall withi n the range 1 to 120 min.

* The initial setting is 15 min.

Setting Value Description Initial Setting

1 Enabled : 1 min.
2 Enabled : 2 min.
3 Enabled : 3 min.

:
:

:

:
98 Enabled : 98 min.
99 Enabled : 120 min.

4. User’s Choice

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53

U-28 Auto Shut OFF Timing

•

Select whether or not to enable the Auto Shut OFF Function that turns power
off automatically after the lapse of a given period of time after a copy cycle
has been completed or a key on the control panel has been operated.

* In the initial setting, the Auto Shut OFF Functi on is activated 30 min. after the
above-said event.

Setting Value Description Initial Setting

0 Disabled
1 Enabled : 1 min.
2 Enabled : 2 min.
3 Enabled : 3 min.

:
:

:

:
98 Enabled : 98 min.
99 Enabled : 120 min.

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54

4. User’s Choice

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55

4

Making the User’s Choice Mode Setti ngs

1142O056AA

1

7

3

6

9

C

2

5

8

0

4

1142O056AB

Using the Key Pad, enter the
desired Choice Code number.

*

If you have pressed an incorrect
number, press the Clear K ey,
then enter the correct number.

Example: Selecting the Default

exposure mode/level:
Press , and the
Zoom Ratio Indicator
shows .

U 14

1

2

Panel Reset

1139O4782A

1139O4782A

Keep pressing the Panel Reset
Key for about 3 seconds.

* appears on the Zoom

Ratio Indicator, and the
indicator on the Multi-Copy
Displ ay go es ou t.

U

1

1139O3850A

Zoom Ratio Indic ato r

1139O3850A

1139O3860A

Multi-Copy D i splay

1139O3860A

Zoom Ratio Indicator

4. User’s Choice

1139O3860A

Multi-Copy Display

1139O3860A

1158O029DA

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56

1139O2360A

Press the Start Key.

* This causes the current setting

of that particular choice code to
be shown on the Multi-Copy
Display.

3

1142O169AA

1

7

3

6

9

C

2

5

8

0

4

1142O169AA

Press the Clear Key.

* This clears the current setting.

4

Zoom Ratio I ndi cat or

1139O3880A

Multi-Copy Display

1139O3880A

Zoom Ratio Indicator

1158O029DA

4. User’s Choice

1139O3860A

Multi-Copy Display

1139O3860A

1158O029DA

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57

1142O171AA

1

7

3

6

9

C

2

5

8

0

4

1142O171AA

Press the appropriate Key Pad to
enter the new settin g.

See page s 49-54 for the Choi c e
Code.

* The Multi-Copy Display shows

the new setting.

5

1139O2360A

Press the Start Key.

* This enters the new settin g.

Repeat steps 2 to 6 to make new
settings for other User’s Choices.

6

Panel Reset

1139O4782A

1139O4782A

Press the Panel Reset Key.

* This allows the copier to leave

the Us e r’s Choi c e Mode and the
control panel shows the de fault
settings again.

7

If the Choice Code number on the Zoom Ratio Indicator or codes on the
Multi-Copy Display start blinking wh en the S tart Key is pressed f ollowing step
2 or 5, th at entry is invalid . Check the correct number. P re s s the Clea r Key
and enter the correct one.

NOTE

Zoom Ratio I ndi cat or

1158O029DA

1139O3890A

Multi-Copy Display

1139O3890A

1139O3850A

Zoom Ratio I ndi cat or

1158O029DA

1139O3860A

Multi-Copy Display

1139O3860A

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58

Chapter 5

When an Indicator Lights Up

(Replenishing Supplies, Cle aring M isfeeds,

and Correcting a Closure Failure)

This Chapter explains about the details of the various warning
indications given on the control panel, including those that entail
inhibition of the initiation of a copy cycle. It also shows action to be
taken for each case.

1. Quick Reference for Indicator Lights p. 60

2. Detailed Instructi o ns for Indicator Lights
Add Toner Indicator p. 62
Add Paper Indicator p. 64
Closure Failure Indicator p.67
Misfeed Indicator p.68
Call-Te ch.-Rep. Indicator p. 71

Chapter 5

When an Indicator Ligh ts Up

59

When the copier encounters any of the following conditions, a corresponding
warning indicator lights up. Some of the warning condit ions ent ail inhibition
of the initiation of a copy cycle:

•

A control panel key or keys h ave b een i nco rr ectly operated.

•

Not all necessary conditions are met to start a copy cycle.

•

The copier requires the operator’s intervention during a copy cycle.
The following table explains the most importan t wa rning conditions. You will
find more detailed procedur es on the page referenced in the "Action" colu mn.

Warning Indicators

Indicator Copier State Action

Add Toner
Indicator

The copier has run out of toner.
(Warning only and a copy cycle
can still be initiated.)

Replace the Toner Bottle by
following the steps given in the
"Add Toner Indicator" section.

➭

p. 62

Add Paper
Indicator

The paper has run out. Add paper by following the steps

given in the "Add Paper
Indicator" section.

➭ p. 64

Misfeed
Indicator

There is a misfeed shee t of pap er
inside the copier.

Check the Monitor Display for
the location of the misfeed and
clear the misfeed sheet of pap er
as instructed.

➭

p. 68

1139O3270A

1139O3910A

A

100%

Meter Count

Toner

Drum Dehumidify

Paper

%

50%~200%

Auto

Lighter Darker

Book

Photo

Auto/Photo

141% A4 @ A3
115% B4

@

A3

100%

@@@

Full Size

81% B4

@

A4

70% A3

@

A4

A3

@@

A4

@@

B4

A4

@@

FLS.

A5

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Inch

1158O022DA

1. Quick Reference for Indicator Ligh ts

1139O3930A

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60

Indicator Copier State Action

Call-Tech.-Rep.
Indicator

The copier has developed a
technical malfunction.

If the Call-Tech.-Rep. Indicator
remains lit even after you have
reset it, call your Technical
Representative.

➭

p. 71

1139O3940A

1. Quick Reference for Indicator Light s

Chapter 5

When an Indicator Lights Up

61

Add Toner Indicator

1158O007AA

1158O007AA

The Add Toner In dic at or l ig hts up
when toner in the Toner Bottle is
running out.
Once the Indicator lig ht s up, rep lace
the Toner Bottle with a new on e a s
soon as possible by following the
procedure given below.

Replacing the Toner Bottle

1142O058AA

Open the Front Door.

1

1139O1380A

Swing open the Toner Bottle
Holder and pull out the Toner
Bottle.

2

1139O1410A

Shake a new Toner Bottle well.

3

2. Detaile d Inst ruct ions fo r In dicato r Li ghts

Chapter 5

When an Indicator Lig hts Up

62

1139O1420A

Ensuring that the arrow ( )
on the Toner Bottle is facing
toward you, ins ert the Bottle into
position.

Insert the Bottle all the way
into the copier until the
marking on the Bottle is
aligned with the marking
on the Toner Bottle Holder.

NOTE

1139O1400A

Swing the Toner Bott le H old er
closed and close the Front Door.

5

1139O1390A

With the Seal on the Ton er
Bottl e faci ng up , slow ly pe el of f
the Seal as illustr ated.

4

6

•

Try to replace the Toner Bo ttle with a new one as soon as possible once the
Add Toner Indicator lights up. Continuing to make c opies without changing
the Toner Bottle will result in increa s ing ly lighter images.

•

Use ONLY the specified toner for th is copier . Us in g any other t oner could
result in image trouble.

NOTES

Use the Toner Replen is her Function if the image is light immediately after
replacing the Toner Bottle w ith a new one.

➭

p.46

Toner Replenisher Function

Be careful, some tone r may
puff out from th e bo ttle.

NOTE

2. Detailed Instructi ons for I n di cator L ight s

Chapter 5

When an Indicator Lights Up

63

1158O020CA

Add Paper Indicator

1142O060AA

Slide out the Drawer and press
down the Paper Lifting Plate
until it is locked into posit ion.

Back Side

Front Side

1139O1370A

Unwrap the packag e of the copy
paper and fan the paper stack
thoroughly.

1

2

2. Detailed Instructions f or In d icator L ights

1139O0390A

Slide out the Edge Guide and
Trailing Edge Stop in the
direction of the arrows.

3

Adding Paper (Drawer)

When the Drawer or the Multi Bypass
Tray has run out of paper, the Add
Paper Indicator lights up. At this time,
you cannot start a new copy cycl e.

Use the following procedure to load
paper into th e Drawer or the Multi
Bypass Tray.

Paper

Chapter 5

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64

When loading Inch Size paper into the
Drawer, flip the Marketing Area Switch,
located in the rear left corn er of the
Drawer t o " In c h".

NOTE

1139O0410A

Load the paper stack into the
Drawer so that its front side faces
down. Make sure that the p aper
stack rests under the two catch es
of the Drawer.

4

1139O0420A

Slide the Edge Guide an d
Trailing Edge Stop tightly up
against the paper.
Gently slide the Drawer back in.

5

1151O094AA

2. Detailed Instructi ons for I n di cator L ight s

NOTE

The paper should
be loaded no higher
than the ▼ (Max.
Level Indicator) on
the Edge Guide.

1151O005AC

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65

NOTE

•

The paper should be loaded no higher than

the ▼

(Max. Level Indicator).

•

Before inserting, fan the paper st ack well if

you are using transparencies or translucent
paper.

•

Correct any curl if you are using th ick paper.

2. Detailed Instructions f or In d icator L ights

Adding Paper (Multi Bypass Tray)

1139O1370A

Front Side

Unwrap the packa ge of the copy
paper and fan the paper stack
thoroughly.

1

1139O6130A

Load the paper stack onto the
Tray so that its front side faces
up and ins ert it until it stops.

2

Paper

1158O021CA

The indications on the lef t s ho w that the
Multi Bypass Tray has run out of paper.

1158O021CA

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66

Closure Failure Indicator

1158O004AA

1158O004AA

The Clo sure Failure Indicat or lights up if
a copier door is left open. The Monitor
Display shows the location of the clos ure
failure. At this time , you can no longer
start a new copy cycle.
Correct the closure failure by following
the proc e dure given below.

2. Detailed Instructi ons for I n di cator L ight s

Monitor Dis pla y Check Locatio ns

Check that the Right Door or Front Door is closed.

1142O065AA

1158O004AA

1142O064AA

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67

1142O071AA

Misfeed Clearing Procedure: Copier

Misfeed Indicator

1158O005AA

If a paper mi sfe ed occ u rs d ur ing a copy
cycle, that copy cycle sto ps. Th e Mi s feed
Indica tor li g ht s up a nd yo u canno t star t
a new copy cycle. Clear the misfed sheet
of paper according to the procedure given
below.

2. Detailed Instructions f or In d icator L ights

1139O2160A

<When t he copier is equipped with a
Multi Bypass Tray>

Unload the paper stack from the
Multi Bypass Tray.

Open the Front Door. Turn the Lock
Release Lever counterclockwise to
unlock and swing up th e Upper Half
of the copier.

Be careful not to touch the area marked with High Voltage
and Caution: HOT with bare hands.

NOTE

1

Chapter 5

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68

The Fusing Unit and its surrounding
areas may be extremely hot. DO
NOT touch any part except the
Fusi n g Uinit Handle (y el l o w) .

1139O0670A

Remove any sheet of paper from
the Transport Section.

3

2. Detailed Instructi ons for I n di cator L ight s

1142O073AA

Holding up the Fusing Unit, pull
out the sheet of paper .

2

1142O074AA

Open the Right Door.

Then pull out the sheet of paper
from the Manual Bypass Port.

4

1142O075AA

Pull ou t the she et of paper from
the Pape r Take-Up Section.

Close the Right Door.

5
6

CAUTION: HOT

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69

7

8

2. Detailed Instructions f or In d icator L ights

1139O0410A

Fan the paper and reload it.

Slide the Drawer back in.

9

10

Make sure that the paper
stack rests under the two
catches of the Drawer.

NOTE

1139O6130A

<When t he copier is equip p ed
with a Multi Bypass Tray>

Fan the paper stack thoroughly
and place it back on the Tray.

Gently swing down and lock the
Upper Half of th e copi er. T hen,
close the Front Door.

1142O076AA

1142O060AA

Slide out the Drawer and unload
the paper from the Drawer.
Next, push down the Paper
Lifting Plate until i t is locked
into position.

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70

A

100%

Meter Count

Toner

Drum Dehumidify

Paper

%

50%~200%

Auto

Lighter Darker

Book

Photo

Auto/Photo

141% A4 @ A3
115% B4

@

A3

100%

@@@

Full Size

81% B4

@

A4

70% A3

@

A4

A3

@@

A4

@@

B4

A4

@@

FLS.

A5

@@

Inch

1158O030DA

When a malfunction occu rs in the copier, the Call-Tech.-Rep. Indicato r lights
up and the corresponding malfunction code appears across the Zoom Ratio
Indicat or and Mu l t i-Copy Display. At this tim e , you cannot s t a rt a new copy
cycle.

If this happens, try to clear the Call-Tech.-Rep. Indicat or by fo llowi ng the
instructions below. I f the Cal l-Tech.-R ep. I ndicato r l ights u p again, cal l yo ur
Technical Representative immediately.

Call-Tech.-Rep. Indicator

1142O080AA

Open the Front Door, then close
it. This will reset the
Call-Tech.-Rep. Indicator.

Resetting the Call-Tech.-Rep. Indicator

◆

If the Call-Tech.-Rep.
Indicator lights up again, call
your Technical
Representative immedi ately.

When calling your Techn ical Represen tat ive, gi ve him o r her th e malf un ctio n
code shown across the Zoom Ratio Indicator and Multi-Copy Display.

NOTE

<Example>

This is the malfunction
code C0010.

50%~200%

1139O4960A

1139O4970A

1139O4970A

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71

2. Detailed Instructions f or In d icator L ights

I.U. Service Life Indicator

1142O174CA

When time is about to come when the
Imaging Unit needs replacement, the
I.U. Service Life Indicator starts
blinking to prompt you to replace it
with a new one .
Replace the Imaging Unit by fo llowing
the proc e dure given below.

5,000 copies made

Whichever occurs first

After 2,500
Copies

Add Toner Indicator
lights up

Blinking

No new copy cycle
can be initiated.

When 2,500 more co pies are made with Add Toner Indicator lighting up, or 7,500
more copies are made, after the I.U. Service Life Indicator has sta rt ed blink ing ,
the I.U. Service Life Indicator l igh ts up steadily and the copier inhibits the
initiation of a new copy cycle. See the diagram below.

Replace the Imagin g Unit as soon as po ssible onc e the I.U. Service Life
Indicator has started blinking.

Usef ul Tip

1139O5300A

1139O5310A

1139O5330A

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72

Precautions for Handling

1139O6032A

•

Do not leave the I. U. in a bright
place.

1139O6042A

•

Do not store th e I. U. in a hot place
of 40°C (104°F) or more.

1139O6052A

•

Do not store th e I. U. in a humid
place or subject to water splash.

1139O6062A

•

Do not store the I. U. upside down
or tilted.

Do not subject the I. U. to vibration.

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Chapter 5

When an Indicator Lights Up

73

Removi ng the I. U. from copie r

1142O071AA

Open the Front Door.
Turn the Lock Release Lever
counterclockwise to swing up the
Upper Half of the copier.

1

1139O0520A

Turn the I. U. Lock Release
Lever and, while holding it
down, pu l l the I. U. h al fway out
from the copier.

2

1139O0510A

Firmly grasp the I . U. with both
hands and pull it all the way out
of the cop ier .

3

2. Detailed Instructions f or In d icator L ights

1142O072AA

<If the copier is equipped with an
Automatic Document Feeder>

Unlock and swing up the Upper Half
of the copier. Then lock Stopper

M2

.

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74

4445U001AA

Starter Bottle

I. U.

Peel off the piece of tape an d
open the Carton Box.

Take the Starter Bottle out from
the Carton Box.

Take the I. U. with its bag out of
the Carton Box.

4445U002AA

Take the I. U. out of th e bag .

4445U003AA

Peel off the three pieces of tape
and packing materials.

1

2

2
3

1

Unpacking the I. U.

Setting up the I. U.

2. Detailed Instructi ons for I n di cator L ight s

Chapter 5

When an Indicator Lights Up

75

4445U004AA

Remove the Cap from the I. U.
and re-fit it to the used I. U. as
shown in the illustrat ion.

4

4488O001AA

Align the I. U. with the Rails in
the copier.

5

1139O0540A

Slide the I. U. all the wa y into
the copier.

6

4445U011AA

Carefully pull the polyester tape
from the I. U..

3

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When an Indicator Lights Up

76

4445U005AA

Be sure to push the I. U . into the
locked position until a click i s
heard.
Then, check to see the pos itio n
of Lock Release Lever, as shown
in the illustratio n.

7

1142O076AA

Lower the Up pe r H a l f of the
copier and push it into the locked
posit ion by pu s hi ng do wn on th e
portion marked with "Push Down
Here Only".

8

An improperly installed I. U.
could be a cause of copier
malfunction.

NOTE

2. Detailed Instructi ons for I n di cator L ight s

<If the copier is equipped with an
Automatic Document Feeder>

Slightly lifting up the Upper Half of
the copier and unloc k Stopper

M2

.
Gently Swing down and lock the
Upper Half of the cop ier. Then, close
the Front Door.

1152O047AB

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77

2. Detailed Instructions f or In d icator L ights

Charging the Copier with Starte r and Toner

4445U006AA

Swing out the Bottle H older.

1

1139O1410A

Hold the Starter Bottle so that its
tab is on the upper side, shake it
well.

2

4445U007AA

Peel off the tape f ro m the Starter
Bottle.

Align the markings on the
Starter Bottle with the upper side
of the Bottle Holder and sl ide the
Bottle into position.

3

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Then, swing in the Bottle Holder
until it locks into positi on.

4

Insert the Bottle all the way
into the copier until the
marking on the Bottle is
aligned with the marking
on the Bottle Hold er.

NOTE

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Close the Front Door.

Plug the Power Cord into the
Wall Outlet.

Turn ON the Power Switch.

This will cause the wait indicator
to be shown on the control panel.

5

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The copier automatically start
the charging cycle for
approximately 5 minutes.

During this cycles, do not open
the Front Door.

During this cycle, six segments
of the ones digit LED on the
Magnification Ratio Indicator
forming a "0" lig ht up and go out
one after another, indicating that
the copier is being charged with
starter.

When the copier has been
completely charged with Starter ,
the indication on the
Magnification Ratio Indicator
changes to "100" and the cycle
stops.

If "E1" or "E2" is indicated on
the Magnification Ratio
Indicat or, the tape has not bee n
removed from the Starter Bottle.
Swing down the Front Door and
remove th e t a pe and perform t he
starter charging procedure again.

If "E1" or "E2" is indicated again
call your Technical
Representative.

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7

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Swing down the Front Door,
swing out the Bottle Holder and
remove the Starter Bottle.

9

Hold the Toner Bottle so that its
tab is on the upper side, shake it
well and peel off the tape.

Once the tape has been removed,
hold the Bottle s o that its Toner
Port faces up.

10

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Align the markings on the
Toner Bottle with the upper side
of the Bottle Holder and sli de th e
Bottle into posi tion.

11

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Then, swing in the Bo ttle H o lder
until i t locks into positio n and
close the Front Door.

Insert the Bottle all the way
into the copier until the
marking on the Bottle is
aligned with the marking
on the Bottle Hold er.

NOTE

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Chapter 6

Troublesh ooting

This Chapter gives you instructions on how to troubleshoot copier
malfun ctions.

1. When this Type of Copy is Produced p. 82

•

The image is too lig ht

•

The image is too dark

•

The copy is blurry

•

The copy has lines

•

The copy has dark specks or spots

•

The edge of the copy is dirty

•

The image on the c op y is n ot aligned properly

2. The Copier is not functioning as designed p. 86

•

None of the Contr ol Panel Indicators lig ht u p

•

Pressing the Start Key does not start the copy cycle

•

The Copier is not activa ted when the Power Switc h is turned
ON

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Symptom Possible Cause

The image is too light. The exposu re level for the Auto Exposure

Mode is set at one of the "Light" levels.

The manual exposure level is set on the
lighter side.
You have been making copies from a photo
or an original with a large dark area.

The Toner Bottle has just been replaced.

The Add Toner Indicator on the Monitor
Display is lit up.

Add Toner Indicator

The paper is damp.

The image is too dark. The exposu re level for the Auto Exposure

Mode is set at one of the "Dark" levels.

The manual exposure level is set on the
darker si de.
The entire surface of the Original Glass is
dirty.
The original is not held tightly on the
Original Glass.

The copy is blurry. The paper is damp.

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Action

Change the setting of the User’s Choice Mode U-13 (Default Auto Exposure Level).

➭

p. 49
Cancel the Auto Exposure Mode and select the Manual Exposure Mode to adjust the
exposure level and obtain a darker image.

➭

p. 35

Press the Exposure Control Key (Dar ker) as necessary to obtain a darker image.

➭

p. 35

The copier ne eds more toner.
Press the Auxiliary Toner Replenishing Key as many times as required to obtain the
desired image density.

➭

p. 46
The copier ne eds more toner.
Press the Auxiliary Toner Replenishing Key as many times as required to obtain the
desired image density.

➭

p. 46
Replace the Toner Bottle with a new one.

➭

p. 62

Replace the paper.

➭

p. 64

Change the setting of the User’s Choice Mode U-13 (Default Auto Exposure Level).

➭

p. 49
Cancel the Auto Exposure Mode and select the Manual Exposure Mode to adjust the
exposure level and obtain a lighter image.

➭

p. 35

Press the Exposure Control Key (Lighter) as necessary to obtain a lighter image.

➭

p. 35

Wipe the Original Glass clean with a soft dry cloth. ➭ p. 96

Place the original in position so that it is held tightly against the Original Glass.

➭

p. 26

Replace the paper.

➭

p. 64

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Symptom Possible Cause

The copy has lines. The Corona Units are dirty.

The copy has dark specks or spots. The Original Glass is dirty.

The Original Pad is dirty.

The original is very thin or highly
transparent.
The origin al i s t wo-sided.

The edge of the copy is dirty. The Original Pad is dirty.

A paper size larger than the original is
loaded in the Drawer.
(Zoom Ratio is set at full size 100%.)
The original is not placed in the correct
direction. (Zoom Ratio is set at full size
100%.)
The reduction ratio selected is not in
accordance with the copy paper size.

(When doing manual reduction copying.)
The image on the copy is not aligned
properly.

The original is not placed in the correct

position.

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Action

Using the Corona Unit Cleaning Levers, clean the Corona Units.

➭

p. 98

Wipe the Origin al Glass c lean with a soft dr y cloth .

➭

p. 96

Wipe the Original Pad clean with a soft cloth dampened with mild home detergent.

➭

p. 96

Place a bl ank sheet of paper over t he original.

➭

p. 26

The information on the back side of a two-sided, thin original may be slightly reproduced
on the copy. Set the copier into the Manu al Exp osure Mode and, using the Exposure
Control Key (Lighter), make the exposure level lighter.

➭

p. 35

Wipe the Original Pad clean with a soft cloth dampened with mild home detergent.

➭

p. 96

Load the same size copy paper as the original into the Drawer.

➭

p. 64

Load the same size copy paper onto the Manual Bypass Tray or the Multi Bypass Tray.

➭

p.40

Reload the paper in the same direction as th e original.

➭

p. 26

Select the zoom ratio according to the copy paper size.

➭

p. 31

Place the original corre ctly on the Orig inal Glass against the Original Width Scale.

➭

p. 26

If these procedures do no t correct the problem, contact yo ur Te c hnical
Representative

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Symptom Check for:

None of the Con tro l Pan el
Indicators light up.

Is the Start Key lit up green?

The copier is in the Auto Shut OFF Mode.

Pressing the Start Key does
not start the copy cycle.

Is the Start Key blinking Orange?

Is any of the following Indicators lit up?

The Copier is not activated
when the Power Switch is
turned ON.

Is the power cord plugged into the power outlet?

Is the room cir cui t brea ker open?

Turn the copier OFF immediately, unplug the power cord, and call your
Technical Representative.

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Action

The copier i s i n the Energy Saver Mode.
Press any Key on the Control Panel to cancel the Energy Saver Mode.

➭

p. 20

Turn the Power Switch ON.

The copier is now warming up. Please wait.

➭

p. 19

Take the necessary steps for each In dicator. ➭ p. 60

Plug the power cord into the power outlet.

Close the room circuit breaker.

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Chapter 7

Specificatio ns

This Chapter gives complete specifications of the copier system and
options.

1. Copier p. 90

2. Multi Bypass Tray p. 92

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1. Copier

Name Copier EP1052
Type Desk Top Copier
Platen Type Stationary
Photoconductor OPC
Copying Sy stem Elect rostatic Dry Powdered Image Transfer to Pla in Paper
Developing System Micro-Toning System
Fusing System Lamp-Heated R oller
Types of Original Sheets, Books, and other three-dimensional objects

Maximum Original Size: A3 Lengthw ise
Maximum Ori gi nal Wei ght : 3kg .

Kinds of Paper Plain paper, Recycled pap er: Weighing 60g/m

2

to 90g/m2

Special paper (Manual Bypass Table only)

•

thick paper weighing: 90g/m2 to 157g/m

2

•

transparenci es

•

translucent paper

Copy Paper Size Drawe r: A3L, B4L, A4L, A4C, B5C, A5L, 8" × 13"L, 8-1/ 2" × 13"L

(When the Ma rketing Area Sw it ch is flipped to "Inc h")
11" × 17" L, 5-1/2" × 8-1/2" L, LEGAL L, LETTER L

Manual Bypass Tray Crosswise: 100mm to 297mm

Lengthwise: 140mm to 432mm

Lost image : 1-sided copy in the Full siz e mode

Leading edge: 3 mm (approx. 1/8 ")
Trailing edge : 3 m m ( approx. 1/8")
Front edge: 1 mm (approx. 1/25 " )

Paper Feeding
System

Automati c feeding from a drawer and man ual feeding via Manual
Bypass Tray or Multi Bypas s Tray (option)
Drawer: 250 sheets of 80g/m

2

paper

Warming-up Time 30 seconds or less a t Am bient temperature of 20°C/68°F

(20 seconds or less when the Energy Saver Mode is used)

First copy Ti m e A4C = 7.2 seconds

(in Full Size Mode us ing Drawer)

Copying Speed
(approx.
copies/minut e)

Drawer
Full size (100%)
A3L: 12 B4L: 13
A4L: 15 A4Y: 15

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Zoom Ratios Fixed ratios

Full size: 1:1±0.5%
Reduction Ratios: 50%, 70%, 81%
Enlargement Ratios: 1 15%, 141%, 200%
Zoom ratios: From 50 % to 200% in 1% increments

Multiple Copy Up to 9 9 copies (Count-Down system)
Exposure Control Auto, Manual and Photo Mode
Power Requiremen ts AC 115V, 12 0V, 12 7V,

AC 220V-240V, 50/60Hz

Power Consumption 1.3 k W (Max.)
Dimensions Width

Depth

Height

: 610mm (Excluding Exit Tray)
: 633mm
: 401mm (Including Original Cover)

Weight 51 kg

(Excluding Copy Tray, Starter, Toner, Copy P aper )

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2. Multi Bypass Tray

Name Multi B y p ass Tray MB-4
Type Universal Mu lti-Sheet B ypass Unit
Installation Attached to copier
Registrati on Front edge
Capacity of Ta ble Plain Paper (white): 50 sheet s (80g/m

2

) or less
Plain Paper (once-copi ed paper): 20 sheets or le ss
Recycled Pap er, Special Pa per: 20 sheets or less

Kinds of Paper Plain paper, Recycled paper: weighing 60g/m2 to 90g/m2

Special paper

•

Thick paper: weighing 90g/m2 to 157g/m2

•

Transpare ncies

•

Translucent paper

Paper Size Standard: A3L to A 6L

Non-standard: Crosswise : 100mm to 297mm

Lengthwise: 140mm to 432mm
Power Source DC24V suppl ied from copier
Power Consumption 30W or less
Weight 2.7kg

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