IDImage Density (or Identification)TEMPTemperature
KBlackTRTransfer
L/HLeft HandTRANSTransport
L/PLow PaperWDDWide Range Dynamic Damper
LDLaser DiodeXEROXerographic
LEFLong Edge FeedYYellow
MMagenta
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Unpacking the Printer
The printer must be carried horizontally with two or more persons.
Extreme care must be taken to avoid personal injuries
Check visually the printer for evidence of any damages.
Peel all tapes off the printer.
Remove protection parts (2 pieces) from the paper tray.
Introduction
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Contents
CONTENTS
Introduction ..................................................................................................... iii
1. Trademarks ...................................................................................................................... v
2. Copyright Notice............................................................................................................... v
1. Marks giving caution........................................................................................................ vi
2. Related documents.......................................................................................................... vi
3. Safety .............................................................................................................................. vi
3.1 Power source .........................................................................................................................................vi
3.2 Driving units ......................................................................................................................................... viii
3.3 High-temperature units ........................................................................................................................ viii
3.4 Laser beams ........................................................................................................................................ viii
3.7 Other FIPs......................................................................................................................................... 1-92
Chapter 2 Operation of Diagnostics........................................................... 2-95
1. Diagnostics for a Standalone Printer ...........................................................................2-97
1.1 General ............................................................................................................................................. 2-97
1.3 Test Print Pattern .............................................................................................................................. 2-98
2. Diagnostics Using the MINOLTA- QMS magicolor 3100 Diagnostics
(Hanabi Service Commander) .........................................................................................2-99
2.1 General ............................................................................................................................................. 2-99
2.3 Operation of magicolor 3100 Diagnostics ....................................................................................... 2-101
2.4 Test Print......................................................................................................................................... 2-103
2.5 Input Test ........................................................................................................................................ 2-104
2.6 Output Test ..................................................................................................................................... 2-107
2.7 Operation of EEPROM.................................................................................................................... 2-110
Chapter 3 Removal and Replacement Procedures ................................. 3-119
1. Removal and Replacement Procedures.................................................................... 3-121
1.1 Before starting service work............................................................................................................ 3-121
1.2 Description of procedures ............................................................................................................... 3-122
1.1 List of P/J ........................................................................................................................................ 4-273
Chapter 5 Parts List ................................................................................. 5-279
1. Parts List....................................................................................................................5-281
1.1 Caution for use of parts list ............................................................................................................. 5-281
Chapter 6 Principles of Operation............................................................ 6-313
1. Printing Process ........................................................................................................6-315
1.1 Summary of Printing Process ......................................................................................................... 6-315
1.2 Schematic Diagram for Printing Processes ....................................................................................6-316
1.3 Description of Printing Process Techniques ................................................................................... 6-317
2. Flow of Print Data...................................................................................................... 6-330
2.1 Data Flow........................................................................................................................................ 6-330
4. Paper Transport.........................................................................................................6-335
4.1 Paper Transport Route (without option).......................................................................................... 6-335
4.2 Layout of Paper Transport Route.................................................................................................... 6-336
5. Functions of Major Functional Components ..............................................................6-337
5.1 Paper Cassette ............................................................................................................................... 6-338
5.2 Paper Feeder .................................................................................................................................. 6-340
5.4 Front Assy In ................................................................................................................................... 6-344
5.5 Chute Assy Out ............................................................................................................................... 6-346
7.1 Control of Paper Size ...................................................................................................................... 6-361
7.2 Selective Control on Paper Pick-up Unit ......................................................................................... 6-361
7.3 ROS Light Quantity Control ............................................................................................................ 6-361
7.4 Process Control .............................................................................................................................. 6-362
7.5 Color Registration Control............................................................................................................... 6-365
7.6 BTR UNIT ASSY Control ................................................................................................................ 6-366
7.7 Toner Control .................................................................................................................................. 6-367
7.8 Fuser Control .................................................................................................................................. 6-368
Chapter 7 Wiring Diagrams and Signal Information................................. 7-369
1. General Wiring Diagram............................................................................................7-371
1. Wiring Diagram between Parts................................................................................. 7-373
2.1 Power Source ................................................................................................................................. 8-404
2.2 Power Consumption........................................................................................................................ 8-404
4.2 Exposure System ............................................................................................................................ 8-407
4.3 Development System ...................................................................................................................... 8-407
4.4 Fixing System ................................................................................................................................. 8-407
4.9 Paper Mode .................................................................................................................................... 8-408
4.10 Warm-up Time .............................................................................................................................. 8-409
4.13 Printing Area ................................................................................................................................. 8-410
4.16 Paper ............................................................................................................................................ 8-412
5.1 Items of Consumables .................................................................................................................... 8-413
5.2 Consumable Life ............................................................................................................................. 8-413
5.3 Parts Requiring Periodical Replacement ........................................................................................ 8-414
7.1 Safety Standard .............................................................................................................................. 8-414
7.2 Laser Safety Standard .................................................................................................................... 8-414
Check SW TCRU ASSY
Using the diagnostic tool, check by Diagnostic Input Test.
Does SW TCRU ASSY (Yellow Cartridge Toner Bottle
Sensor) function normally?
Check PWBA HNB DRV for signal
Is P/J51-11PIN <=> P/J51-12PIN 0VDC?
Check SW TCRU ASSY (Y) for signal
Is P/J431-2PIN<=>P/J431-1PIN 0VDC?
Check SW TCRU ASSY (Y) for continuity
Is P431-2PIN <=> P431-1PIN of SW TCRU ASSY (Y)
check continuous?
Check SW TCRU ASSY
Using the diagnostic tool, check by Diagnostic Input Test.
Does SW TCRU ASSY (Magenta Cartridge Toner Bottle
Sensor) function normally?
Check PWBA HNB DRV for signal
Is P/J51-13PIN <=> P/J51-14PIN 0VDC?
Check SW TCRU ASSY(M) for signal
Is P/J432-2PIN <=> P/J432-1PIN 0VDC?
Check SW TCRU ASSY (M) for continuity
P432-2PIN <=> P432-1PIN of SW TCRU ASSY (M) check
continuous?
Check SW TCRU ASSY
Using the diagnostic tool, check by Diagnostic Input Test.
Does SW TCRU ASSY (Cyan Cartridge Toner Bottle
Sensor) function normally?
Check PWBA HNB DRV for signal
Is P/J51-29PIN <=> P/J51-30PIN 0VDC?
Check SW TCRU ASSY (C) for signal
Is P/J433-2PIN <=> P/J433-1PIN 0VDC?
Check SW TCRU ASSY (C) for continuity
P433-2PIN <=> P433-1PIN of SW TCRU ASSY (C) check
continuous?
Check SW TCRU ASSY
Using the diagnostic tool, check by Diagnostic Input Test.
Does SW TCRU ASSY (Black Cartridge Toner Bottle
Sensor) function normally?
Check PWBA HNB DRV for signal
Is P/J51-31PIN<=>P/J51-32PIN 0VDC?
Check SW TCRU ASSY (K) for signal
Is P/J434-2PIN<=>P/J434-1PIN 0VDC?
Check SW TCRU ASSY (K) for continuity
P434-2PIN <=> P434-1PIN of SW TCRU ASSY (K)
check continuous?
Check Imaging Unit (PHD)
Replace new Imaging Unit (PHD), and check if an error
occurs
YesNo
Go to step [2]
Replace the parts
concerned
Go to step [4]
Go to step [5]
Go to step [6]
Replace PWBA
HNB MCU
Replace Imaging
Unit (PHD)
Go to step [3]
Replace
HARNESS ASSY
CRUM
Replace
HARNESS ASSY
CRUM
Replace
HARNESS ASSY
EEPROM
End of work
1-45
FIP-10 Media Type Mismatch (Media Type Mismatch)
StepCheck
Initial check
Check the following for damage.
1
2
3
4
5
SENSOR OHP condition
CHUTE ASSY REGI condition
Check SENSOR OHP
Feed the paper to the SENSOR.
Does SENSOR OHP (OHP Sensor) function normally?
Using diagnostic tool, check by Diagnostic Input Test.
Check PWBA HNB MCU for signal
Is P/J32-2PIN <=> P/J32-1PIN 0VDC?
Check PWBA HNB MCU for signal
Feed the paper to the SENSOR.
Does P/J32-2PIN <=> P/J32-1PIN change from 0VDC to
+3.3VDC?
Check PWBA HNB MCU for signal
Is P/J32-3PIN <=> P/J32-1PIN +5VDC?
YesNo
With tool
Replace the parts
concerned
Replace PWBA
HNB MCU
Go to step [4]Go to step [5]
Replace PWBA
HNB MCU
Replace SENSOR
OHP
Go to step [2]
Without tool
Go to step [3]
Go to step [3]
Go to step [5]
Replace PWBA
HNB MCU
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FIP-11 Feed Jam (Media Jam Feed)
Chapter 1 Troubleshooting
StepCheck
Initial check
Check the following.
Paper condition in cassette
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
Paper cassette condition
Paper dust or foreign substances in paper path
Wear or damage of rolls and gears in FEEDER
SENSOR REGI condition
MAIN DRIVE ASSY condition
Check SENSOR REGI
Feed the paper to the SENSOR.
Does the SENSOR REGI (Regi Sensor) function normally?
Using diagnostic tool, check by Diagnostic Input Test.
Check REGI CLUTCH HARNESS for connection
Is it connected normally to the SENSOR REGI?
Check REGI CLUTCH HARNESS for continuity
J181 <=> J18 check continuous?
Check PWBA HNB MCU for signal
Is P/J18-3 <=> P/J18-2 0VDC?
Check MAIN DRIVE MOTOR for operation
Does the MAIN DRIVE MOTOR run when printing 1 sheet?
Check MAIN DRIVE MOTOR
Does the MAIN DRIVE MOTOR function normally?
Using diagnostic tool, check by Diagnostic Output Test.
In the test, close the INTERLOCK SW.
Check PWBA HNB DRV for signal
Is P/J48-1PIN <=> P/J60-2PIN +24VDC?
Check INTERLOCK SW
Is the INTERLOCK SW pressed normally?
Check INTERLOCK SW for signal
Check the following if +24VDC is present.
SW-1PIN <=> P/J60-2PIN
SW-2PIN <=> P/J60-2PIN
Check PWBA HNB DRV for power supply
Is P/J60-1PIN <=> P/J60-2PIN +24VDC?
Check PWBA HNB DRV for power supply
Is P/J61-8PIN <=> P/J61-7PIN +5VDC?
Check PWBA HNB DRV for power supply
Is P/J61-6PIN <=> P/J61-5PIN +3.3VDC?
Does the Turn Roll in the Feeder run when printing 1 sheet?
Check CLUTCH ASSY TURN
Does the CLUTCH ASSY TURN function normally?
17
Using CLUTCH ASSY TURN diagnostic tool, check by
Diagnostic Output Test.
In the test, close the INTERLOCK SW.
Check PWBA HNB DRV for signal
18
Is P/J47-13PIN <=> P/J60-2PIN +24VDC?
Check HARNESS ASSY FDR for continuity
Check the following for continuity.
19
J47-13PIN <=> P475-2PIN
J47-14PIN <=> P475-1PIN
Check CLUTCH ASSY TURN for resistance value
20
Remove the CLUTCH connector J475
Is J475-1PIN <=> J475-2PIN less than 200Ω?
Check HARNESS ASSY DRV2 for continuity
21
Is J12-9PIN <=> J42-22PIN check continuous?
Check SOLENOID FEED for operation
22
Does the Feed Gear in the Feeder run when printing 1
sheet?
Check SOLENOID FEED
Does the SOLENOID FEED function normally?
23
Using SOLENOID FEED diagnostic tool, check by
Diagnostic Output Test.
In the test, close the INTERLOCK SW.
Check PWBA HNB DRV for signal
24
Is P/J47-11PIN <=> P/J60-2PIN +24VDC?
Check HARNESS ASSY FDR for continuity
Check the following for continuity.
25
J47-11PIN <=> P474-2PIN
J47-12PIN <=> P474-1PIN
Check SOLENOID FEED for resistance value
26
Remove the SOLENOID connector J474
Is J474-1PIN <=> J474-2PIN less than 100Ω?
Check HARNESS ASSY DRV2 for continuity
27
J12-10PIN <=> J42-21PIN check continuous?
YesNo
Replace PWBA
HNB MCU
Go to step [22]
Check the
CLUTCH for slip,
or the gear for
damage.
Go to step [19]
Go to step [20]
Go to step [21]
Replace PWBA
HNB MCU
Check parts for
missing and
change paper, if
no problem
Check the spring
and stopper of
SOLENOID FEED
for disengagement
Go to s step [25]
Go to step [26]
Go to step [27]
Replace PWBA
HNB MCU
Replace
HARNESS ASSY
DRV1
With tool
Go to step [17]
Without tool
Go to step [18]
Go to step [18]
Replace PWBA
HNB DRV
Replace
HARNESS ASSY
FDR
Replace CLUTCH
ASSY TURN
Replace
HARNESS ASSY
DRV2
With tool
Go to step [23]
Without tool
Go to step [24]
Go to step [24]
Replace PWBA
HNB DRV
Replace
HARNESS ASSY
FDR
Replace
SOLENOID FEED
Replace
HARNESS ASSY
DRV2
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Chapter 1 Troubleshooting
StepCheck
Check CLUTCH ASSY TURN MSI for operation
28
Does the TURN ROLL in the MSI run when printing 1
sheet?
Check CLUTCH ASSY TURN MSI
Does the CLUTCH ASSY TURN MSI function normally?
29
Using CLUTCH ASSY TURN MSI diagnostic tool, check by
Diagnostic Output Test.
In the test, close the INTERLOCK SW.
Check CLUTCH ASSY MSI TURN for resistance value
30
Remove the CLUTCH connector J19.
Is J19-1PIN <=> J19-2PIN less than 200Ω?
Check SOLENOID FEED MSI for operation
31
Does the Feed Gear in the MSI run when printing 1 sheet?
Check SOLENOID FEED MSI
Does the SOLENOID FEED TURN MSI function normally?
32
Using SOLENOID FEED TURN MIS diagnostic tool, check
by Diagnostic Output Test.
In the test, close the INTERLOCK SW.
Check SOLENOID FEED MSI for resistance value
33
Remove the SOLENOID FEED MSI J132
Is J132-1PIN <=> J132-2PIN less than 100Ω?
Check HARNESS ASSY FRONT2 for continuity
Check the following for continuity.
34
P132-1PIN <=> J139-11PIN
P132-2PIN <=> J139-10PIN
Check HARNESS ASSY FRONT1A for continuity
Check the following for continuity.
35
P139-1PIN <=> J13-11PIN
P139-2PIN <=> J13-10PIN
YesNo
Go to step [31]
Check the
CLUTCH for slip,
or the gear for
damage.
Replace PWBA
HNB MCU
Check parts for
missing and
change paper, if
no problem
Check the spring
and stopper of
SOLENOID FEED
for disengagement
Go to step [34]
Go to step [35]
Replace PWBA
HNB MCU
With tool
Go to step [29]
Without tool
Go to step [30]
Go to step [30]
Replace CLUTCH
ASSY TURN MSI
With tool
Go to step [32]
Without tool
Go to step [33]
Go to step [33]
Replace
SOLENOID FEED
MSI
Replace
HARNESS ASSY
FRONT2
HARNESS ASSY
FRONT1A
1-49
FIP-12 Regi Jam (Media Jam Registration)
StepCheck
Initial check
Check the following for damage.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
SENSOR REGI actuator condition
CHUTE ASSY REGI condition
Check SENSOR REGI
Does SENSOR REGI function normally?
Using SENSOR REGI diagnostic tool, check by Diagnostic
Input Test.
Check REGI CLUTCH HARNESS for connection
Is it connected normally to the SENSOR REGI?
Check REGI CLUTCH HARNESS for continuity
J181 <=> J18 check continuous?
Check PWBA HNB MCU for signal
Is P/J18-3 <=> P/J18-2 0VDC?
Check CLUTCH REGI
Does the CLUTCH REGI function normally?
Using CLUTCH REGI diagnostic tool, check by Diagnostic
Output Test.
In the test, close the INTERLOCK SW.
Check CLUTCH REGI for resistance value
Remove the CLUTCH connector J18.
Is J18-4PIN <=> J18-5PIN less than 200Ω?
Check PWBA HNB MCU for signal
Close the INTERLOCK SW
Is P18-4PIN <=> P18-2PIN +24VDC?
Check CHUTE REGI
Does the ROLL rotate smoothly by hand?
YesNo
With tool
Replace the parts
concerned
Go to step [6]Go to step [3]
Go to step [4]
Go to step [5]
With tool
Go to step [6]
Without tool
Go to step [7]
Go to step [9]Go to step [7]
Go to step [8]
Go to step [9]
Replace the
CHUTE REGI on
the machine, and
check the gears
for meshing.
Go to step [2]
Without tool
Go to step [3]
Replace the parts
concerned
Replace CHUTE
REGI
Replace SENSOR
REGI
Replace CHUTE
REGI
Replace PWBA
HNB MCU
Replace CHUTE
REGI
1-50
FIP-13 Fuser Jam (Media Jam Fuser)
Chapter 1 Troubleshooting
StepCheck
Initial check
Check the following for damage.
SENSOR EXIT actuator condition
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
FUSER ASY condition
FRONT COVER condition
CHUTE DUP IN condition
Transfer Unit (BTR) condition
Imaging Unit (PHD) condition
Check FUSER ASSY connector
Remove the FUSER ASSY connector, and check for broken
or curved pins.
Check SENSOR EXIT
Does SENSOR EXIT function normally?
Using SENSOR EXIT diagnostic tool, check by Diagnostic
Input Test.
Check HARNESS FSR2 for signal
Push the paper in the FUSER ASSY
Is P/J138-3PIN <=> P/J138-2PIN 0VDC?
Check HARNESS FSR2 for continuity
J232 <=> J138 check continuous?
Check HARNESS ASSY FRONT 1A for continuity
P138 <=> J13 check continuous?
Check FUSER ASSY
Check if an error occurs though the FUSER ASSY was
replaced with a new one.
Check FUSER MOTOR for operation
Does the FUSER MOTOR run when printing 1 sheet?
Check FUSER MOTOR
Does FUSER MOTOR function normally?
Using FUSER MOTOR diagnostic tool, check by Diagnostic
Output Test.
Check PWBA HNB DRV for signal
Is P/J52-1PIN <=> P/J60-2PIN +24VDC?
Check HARNESS ASSY DRV 1 for continuity
Check the following for continuity.
J11-12PIN <=> J41-29PIN
J11-13PIN <=> J41-28PIN
J11-14PIN <=> J41-27PIN
J11-15PIN <=> J41-26PIN
J11-16PIN <=> J41-25PIN
Check FUSER MOTOR
Replace a new FUSER MOTOR, and check if the FUSER
MOTOR rotates when printing 1 sheet.
YesNo
Replace the parts
concerned
With tool
Go to step [3]
Without tool
Go to step [4]
Go to step [9]Go to step [4]
Go to step [6]Go to step [5]
Go to step [6]
Go to step [7]
Go to step [9]End of work
Check the gears
for meshing
Replace PWBA
HNB MCU
Go to step [11]
Go to step [12]
End of work
Go to step [2]
Replace the parts
concerned
Replace
HARNESS ASSY
FSR2
Replace
HARNESS ASSY
FRONT 1A
With tool
Go to step [9]
Without tool
Go to step [10]
Go to step [10]
Replace PWBA
HNB DRV
Replace
HARNESS
ASSYDRV 1
Replace PWBA
HNB MCU
1-51
FIP-14 Duplex Jam (Media Jam Duplex)
StepCheck
Initial check
Check the following for damage.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
CHUTE ASSY EXIT condition
DUP MOTOR condition
SENSOR DUP JAM actuator condition
CHUTE ASSY OUT condition
Checking SENSOR DUP JAM
Does SENSOR DUP JAM function normally?
Using SENSOR DUP JAM diagnostic tool, check by
Diagnostic Input Test.
Check HARNESS ASSY FRONT2 for signal
Push the SENSOR DUP JAM actuator by finger
Is J319-3PIN <=> J319-2PIN 0VDC?
Check HARNESS ASSY FRONT 1A for continuity
P139 <=> J13 check continuous?
Check SENSOR DUP JAM
Check if an error occurs though the SENSOR was replaced
with a new one.
Check DUP MOTOR for operation
Check if the sheet is reversed when printing 1 sheet in the
Duplex mode.
Check DUP MOTOR
Does DUP MOTOR function normally?
Using DUP MOTOR diagnostic tool, check by Diagnostic
Output Test.
In the test, close the INTERLOCK SW.
Check PWBA HNB DRV for signal
Is P/J50-1PIN <=> P/J60-2PIN +24VDC?
Check TONER MOTOR
Does TONER MOTOR function normally?
Using TONER MOTOR diagnostic tool, check by Diagnostic
Output Test.
In the test, close the INTERLOCK SW.
Check PWBA HNB DRV for signal
Is P/J51-1PIN <=> P/J60-2PIN +24VDC?
Check TONER MOTOR
Does TONER MOTOR function normally?
Using TONER MOTOR diagnostic tool, check by Diagnostic
Output Test.
In the test, close the INTERLOCK SW.
Check PWBA HNB DRV for signal
Is P/J51-6PIN <=> P/J60-2PIN +24VDC?
Check TONER MOTOR
Does TONER MOTOR function normally?
Using TONER MOTOR diagnostic tool, check by Diagnostic
Output Test.
In the test, close the INTERLOCK SW.
Check PWBA HNB DRV for signal
Is P/J51-19PIN <=> P/J60-2PIN +24VDC?
Check TONER MOTOR
Does TONER MOTOR function normally?
Using TONER MOTOR diagnostic tool, check by Diagnostic
Output Test.
In the test, close the INTERLOCK SW.
Check PWBA DRV3 for signal
Is P/J51-24PIN <=> P/J60-2PIN +24VDC?
Check Transfer Unit (BTR)
Replace new Transfer Unit (BTR), and check if an error
occurs
YesNo
With tool
Replace the parts
concerned
Go to step [6]Go to step [3]
Go to step [6]Go to step [4]
Go to step [5]
Replace SENSOR
TONER FULL
Replace PWBA
HNB MCU
Go to step [2]
Without tool
Go to step [3]
Replace
HARNESS ASSY
EEPROM
Replace
HARNESS ASSY
TFLSNS
End of work
1-72
FIP-33 Fuser Life Warning (Fuser Life Low)
Chapter 1 Troubleshooting
StepCheck
Check NVM
1
Does the error occur even if the Fuser counter is cleared?
YesNo
Replace PWBA
HNB MCU
End of work
1-73
FIP-34 Paper Empty (Put %s in %s Bin)
StepCheck
Initial check
Check the following for damage.
1
2Does the error occur even if the paper is added?
3
4
5
6
7Does the error occur even if the paper is added?
8
9
10
11
SENSOR NO PAPER condition
SENSOR actuator condition
Check SENSOR NO PAPER
Does SENSOR NO PAPER function normally?
Using SENSOR LOW PAPER diagnostic tool, check by
Diagnostic Input Test.
Check PWBA HNB DRV for signal
Is P/J47-7 <=> P/J47-6 +3.3VDC?
Check PWBA HNB DRV for signal
Is P/J42-19 <=> P/J42-15 +3.3VDC?
Check PWBA HNB DRV for signal
Is P/J47-5 <=> P/J47-6 +3.3VDC?
Check SENSOR NO PAPER
Does SENSOR NO PAPER function normally?
Using SENSOR LOW PAPER diagnostic tool, check by
Diagnostic Input Test.
Check HARNESS ASSY FRONT2 for signal
Is P/J139-7PIN <=> P/J139-8PIN +3.3VDC?
Check HARNESS ASSY FRONT1A for continuity
Check the following for continuity.
P139-3PIN <=> J13-9PIN
P139-4PIN <=> J13-8PIN
P139-5PIN <=> J13-7PIN
Check HARNESS ASSY FRONT2 for signal
Is P/J135-3PIN <=> P/J135-2PIN +3.3VDC?
YesNo
TRAY 1
Replace the parts
concerned
With tool
Go to step [3]
Without tool
Go to step [4]
Replace PWBA
HNB MCU
Go to step [6]Go to step [5]
Replace PWBA
HNB DRV
Replace SENSOR
NO PAPER
With tool
Go to step [8]
Without tool
Go to step [9]
Replace PWBA
HNB MCU
Go to step [11]Go to step [10]
Replace PWBA
HNB MCU
Replace SENSOR
NO PAPER
Go to step [2]
MSI
Go to step [7]
End of work
Go to step [4]
Replace PWBA
HNB MCU
Replace PWBA
HNB DRV
End of work
Go to step [9]
Replace
HARNESS ASSY
FRONT1A
Replace
HARNESS ASSY
FRONT2
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FIP-35 Upper Cassette Detached (Adjust Input Bin)
Chapter 1 Troubleshooting
StepCheck
Initial check
Check the following for damage.
1
2
3
4
SW ASSY SIZE condition
Actuator condition
PAPER CASSETTE condition
Check SW ASSY SIZE
Does SW ASSY SIZE function normally?
Using SW ASSY SIZE diagnostic tool, check by Diagnostic
Input Test.
Check PWBA HNB DRV for signal
Check the following, and does the result meet the
combination table?
P/J47-1PIN <=> P/J47-3PIN
P/J47-2PIN <=> P/J47-3PIN
P/J47-4PIN <=> P/J47-3PIN
Refer to paper size control of operation principle
Check PWBA HNB DRV for signal
Check the following, and does the result meet the
combination table?
P/J42-16PIN <=> P/J42-15PIN
P/J42-17PIN <=> P/J42-15PIN
P/J42-18PIN <=> P/J42-15PIN
YesNo
Replace the parts
concerned
Replace PWBA
HNB MCU
Go to step [4]
Replace PWBA
HNB MCU
With tool
Go to step [2]
Without tool
Go to step [3]
Go to step [3]
Replace SW
ASSY SIZE
Replace PWBA
HNB DRV
Switches
Paper size
LEGAL14" (SEF)ONONON
LEGAL13" (SEF)ONONOFF
EXECUTIVE (SEF)ONOFFON
B5 (SEF)ONOFFOFF
A4 (SEF)OFFONON
LETTER (SEF)OFFOFFON
A5OFFONON
No cassetteOFFOFFOFF
P/J47-1PIN
or P/J42-
16PIN
P/J47-2PIN
or P/J42-
17PIN
P/J47-4PIN
or P/J42-
18PIN
1-75
FIP-36 Full Stack (Output Bin Full)
StepCheck
Initial check
Check the following for damage.
1
2
3
4
SENSOR FULL STACK condition
Actuator condition
Check SENSOR FULL STACK
Does SENSOR FULL STACK function normally?
Using SENSOR FULL STACK diagnostic tool, check by
Diagnostic Input Test.
Check HARNESS ASSY FRONT2 for signal
Is P/J139-6PIN <=> P/J139-5PIN +3.3VDC?
Check HARNESS ASSY FRONT2 for signal
Is P/J139-4PIN <=> P/J139-5PIN +3.3VDC?
YesNo
Replace the parts
concerned
Replace PWBA
HNB MCU
Replace PWBA
HNB MCU
Replace SENSOR
FULL STACK
With tool
Go to step [2]
Without tool
Go to step [3]
Go to step [3]
Go to step [4]
Replace
HARNESS ASSY
FRONT1A
Replace PWBA
HNB MCU
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FIP-37 Yellow Toner Empty 2 (Yellow Toner Empty)
Chapter 1 Troubleshooting
StepCheck
Initial check
Check the following for damage.
1
SENSOR TONER LOW condition
TONER CARTRIDGE condition
TONER MOTOR condition
Check TONER CARTRIDGE
2
Check if an error occurs though the TONER CARTRIDGE
was replaced with a new one.
Check PWBA HNB DRV for signal
3
Is P/J51-16 <=> P/J51-15 less than +0.2VDC?
Check HARNESS ASSY TNR for continuity
4
Is J441 <=> J51 check continuous?
Check SENSOR TONER LOW
5
Check if an error occurs though the SENSOR TONER LOW
was replaced with a new one.
Check HARNESS ASSY DRV2 for continuity
6
Is J12-23 <=> J42-8 check continuous?
Check TONER MOTOR
Does TONER MOTOR function normally?
7
Using TONER MOTOR diagnostic tool, check by Diagnostic
Output Test.
In the test, close the INTERLOCK SW.
Check PWBA HNB DRV for signal
8
Is P/J51-1 <=> P/J60-2 +24VDC?
Check HARNESS ASSY TNR for continuity
9
Is J511 <=> J51 check continuous?
Check TONER MOTOR
10
Check if an error occurs though the TONER MOTOR was
replaced with a new one.
Check HARNESS ASSY DRV1 for continuity
Check the following for continuity.
J11-25 <=> J41-16
With tool
Go to step [7]
Without tool
Go to step [8]
Check the toner
stirring AUGER or
gear for damage
Go to step [9]
Go to step [10]
Go to step [11]End of work
Replace PWBA
HNB DRV, and if
still faulty, replace
PWBA HNB MCU
Go to step [2]
Replace
HARNESS ASSY
TNR
Replace
HARNESS ASSY
DRV2
Go to step [8]
Replace PWBA
HNB DRV
Replace
HARNESS ASSY
TNR
Replace
HARNESS ASSY
DRV1
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Chapter 1 Troubleshooting
3.5 Image Trouble FIP
The descriptions below assumes that the printer controller works normally. By testing
the printing operation for the engine only, conditions can be isolated simply to
determine whether the trouble exists on the printer controller side or engine side.
When the test print with the engine only is correct, the printer controller is fault.
◆
When printing on the engine only is not correct, the engine is faulty.
◆
When trouble is considered to be on the printer controller side, replace the printer con-
troller with proper one and check for proper operation again.
If the trouble persists even after the replacement, check the host side using the image
FIP for each condition as described below for effective troubleshooting.
If print image quality trouble occurs, print on paper of letter or A4 size in order to judge and understand the
trouble precisely and take proper remedy steps. Use the image quality FIP correction table to diagnose the
trouble.
If the problem cannot be corrected according to the image quality FIP, check the trouble after replacing the
"Major check parts" specified for the "Initial check" in the image quality FIP in succession.
Image quality FIP describes the representative image quality troubles as follows:
✧
FIP-1.P1"Light (Undertoned) Prints"
✧
FIP-1.P2"Blank Prints"
✧
FIP-1.P3"Black Prints"
✧
FIP-1.P4"Vertical Band Deletions"
✧
FIP-1.P5"Horizontal Band Deletions"
✧
FIP-1.P6"Black (color) spots"
✧
FIP-1.P7"Background"
✧
FIP-1.P8"Skewed Image"
✧
FIP-1.P9"Crease"
✧
FIP-1.P10 "Unfused Image or Image Easily Rubs Off of Paper "
3.6 Roller Circumferences
Reference Rollers related with image quality troubles and interval appearing on prints are shown
ÅB
in the table below.
PartsCycle
Magnet Roll29 mm
Drum63 mm
BTR65 mm
Padolle7.5 mm
HTC23 mm
IDT 1132 mm
IDT 2132 mm
Heat Roll82 mm
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FIP-P1 Light (Undertoned) Prints
Condition / initial check
∆The overall image density is too light.
Initial check
Incorrect parts, improper installation, damage, deformation, dirt, foreign substance attached, etc.
Major parts to be checked
Imaging Unit (PHD), FUSER ASSY, Transfer Unit (BTR), ROS ASSY, PWBA HNB MCU, SUB HVPS
ItemCheckRemedy
Faulty Imaging Unit (PHD)
1
Is the image quality improved if Imaging Unit (PHD) is
replaced?
Faulty ROS ASSY
2
Is the image quality improved if ROS ASSY is replaced?
Faulty PWBA HNB MCU
3
Is the image quality improved if PWBA HNB MCU is
replaced?
Faulty BTR ASSY
4
Is the image quality improved if PHD ASSY is replaced?
Faulty S-HVPS
5
Is the image quality improved if S-HVPS is replaced?
Replace the Imaging Unit (PHD)
Replace the ROS ASSY
Replace the PWBA HNB MCU
Replace the BTR ASSY
Replace the S-HVPS
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FIP-P2 Blank Prints
Condition / initial check
∆The entire image area is blank.
▼ Initial check ▼
Incorrect parts, improper installation, damage, deformation, dirt, foreign substance attached, etc.
∇ Major parts to be checked ∇
Imaging Unit (PHD), Transfer Unit (BTR), ROS ASSY, PWBA HNB MCU
ItemCheckRemedy
Intercepted laser beam path
Check if foreign substance or dirt is present in the laser
1
beam path between ROS ASSY and Drum in PHD
ASSY
Faulty ROS ASSY
2
Is the image quality improved if ROS ASSY is replaced?
Faulty charging or developing
3
Is the image quality improved if PHD ASSY is replaced?
Faulty transfer
4
Is the image quality improved if BTR ASSY is replaced?
Faulty PWBA HNB MCU
5
Is the image quality improved if PWBA HNB MCU is
replaced?
Remove foreign substance or dirt
Replace the ROS ASSY
Replace the PHD ASSY
Replace the BTR ASSY
Replace the PWBA HNB MCU
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FIP-P3 Black Prints
Condition / initial check
∆ The entire image area is black.
▼ Initial check ▼
Incorrect parts, improper installation, damage, deformation, dirt, foreign substance attached, etc.
∇ Major parts to be checked ∇
Imaging Unit (PHD), Transfer Unit (BTR), ROS ASSY, PWBA HNB MCU
ItemCheckRemedy
Faulty transfer
1
Is the image quality improved if the laser beam exit
window of ROS ASSY is shielded with a sheet?
Faulty ROS ASSY
2
Is the image quality improved if ROS ASSY is replaced?
Faulty Imaging Unit (PHD)
3
Is the image quality improved if Imaging Unit (PHD) is
replaced?
Replace the PWBA HNB MCU
Replace the ROS ASSY
Replace the Imaging Unit (PHD)
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FIP-P4 Vertical Band Deletions
Condition / initial check
∆There are areas of the image that are extremely light or are missing entirely.
These missing areas form wide bands that run vertically along the page in the paper feeding direction.
▼ Initial check ▼
Incorrect parts, improper installation, damage, deformation, dirt, foreign substance attached, etc.
∇ Major parts to be checked ∇
Imaging Unit (PHD), FUSER ASSY, Transfer Unit (BTR), ROS ASSY, PWBA HNB MCU, SUB HVPS
ItemCheckRemedy
Faulty Imaging Unit (PHD)
1
Is the image quality improved if Imaging Unit (PHD) is
replaced?
Faulty ROS ASSY
2
Is the image quality improved if ROS ASSY is replaced?
Faulty FUSER ASSY
3
Check the HEAT ROLL and NIP BELT for evidence of
damage, dirt, or foreign substances.
Faulty Transfer Unit (BTR)
4
Is the image quality improved if Transfer Unit (BTR) is
replaced?
Replace the Imaging Unit (PHD)
Replace the ROS ASSY
Replace the FUSER ASSY
Replace the Transfer Unit (BTR)
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FIP-P5 Horizontal Band Deletions
Condition / initial check
There are areas of the image that are extremely light or are missing entirely.
These missing areas from wide bands that run horizontally across the page parallel with the paper feeding
direction.
▼ Initial check ▼
Incorrect parts, improper installation, damage, deformation, dirt, foreign substance attached, etc.
∇ Major parts to be checked ∇
Imaging Unit (PHD), FUSER ASSY, Transfer Unit (BTR), ROS ASSY, PWBA HNB MCU, SUB HVPS
ItemCheckRemedy
Faulty Imaging Unit (PHD)
1
Is the image quality improved if Imaging Unit (PHD) is
replaced?
Faulty ROS ASSY
2
Is the image quality improved if ROS ASSY is replaced?
Faulty FUSER ASSY
3
Check the HEAT ROLL and NIP BELT for evidence of
damage, dirt, or foreign substances.
Faulty Transfer Unit (BTR)
4
Is the image quality improved if Transfer Unit (BTR) is
replaced?
Checking the cyclicity
Check if a trouble occurs cyclically. Measure the
5
distance between spots and compare with the roller
table on page 81.
Replace the Imaging Unit (PHD)
Replace the ROS ASSY
Replace the FUSER ASSY
Replace the Transfer Unit (BTR)
Replace the parts concerned
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FIP-P6 Black (color) spots
Condition / initial check
Black (color) spots on print
∆ Toner spots are scatted disorderly on the entire paper.
▼ Initial check ▼
Incorrect parts, improper installation, damage, deformation, dirt, foreign substance attached, etc.
∇ Major parts to be checked ∇
Imaging Unit (PHD), FUSER ASSY, Transfer Unit (BTR), ROS ASSY, PWBA HNB MCU, SUB HVPS
ItemCheckRemedy
Faulty Imaging Unit (PHD)
1
Is the image quality improved if Imaging Unit (PHD) is
replaced?
Faulty FUSER ASSY
3
Check the HEAT ROLL and NIP BELT for evidence of
damage, dirt, or foreign substances.
Faulty Transfer Unit (BTR)
4
Is the image quality improved if Transfer Unit (BTR) is
replaced?
Replace the Imaging Unit (PHD)
Replace the FUSER ASSY
Replace the Transfer Unit (BTR)
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FIP-P7 Background
Condition / initial check
Background
∆ The entire page or a part of paper is dirty (too light gray) with toner.
▼ Initial check ▼
Incorrect parts, improper installation, damage, deformation, dirt, foreign substance attached, etc.
∇ Major parts to be checked ∇
Imaging Unit (PHD), FUSER ASSY, Transfer Unit (BTR), ROS ASSY, PWBA HNB MCU, SUB HVPS
ItemCheckRemedy
Faulty Imaging Unit (PHD)
1
Is the image quality improved if Imaging Unit (PHD) is
replaced?
Faulty ROS ASSY
2
Is the image quality improved if ROS ASSY is replaced?
Faulty FUSER ASSY
3
Check the HEAT ROLL and NIP BELT for evidence of
damage, dirt, or foreign substances.
Faulty Transfer Unit (BTR)
4
Is the image quality improved if Transfer Unit (BTR) is
replaced?
Faulty PWBA HNB MCU
5
Is the image quality improved if PWBA HNB MCU is
replaced?
Replace the Imaging Unit (PHD)
Replace the ROS ASSY
Replace the FUSER ASSY
Replace the Transfer Unit (BTR)
Replace the PWBA HNB MCU
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FIP-P8 Skewed Image
Condition / initial check
Print skewing
∆ Image is printed in skewed position.
▼ Initial check ▼
Incorrect parts, improper installation, damage, deformation, dirt, foreign substance attached, etc.
∇ Major parts to be checked ∇
PAPER FEEDER, CHUTE ASSY REGI, CHUTE ASSY OUT, Transfer Unit (BTR), Imaging Unit (PHD), ROS
ASSY
ItemCheckRemedy
Faulty paper setting
1
Check if paper or paper cassette is set normally.
Faulty paper transfer path
2
Check the paper transfer path for presence of burrs,
foreign substances or dirt.
Faulty paper feed rolls
3
Check if the paper feed rolls feed the paper normally.
Faulty paper transfer rolls
4
Check the paper transfer rolls for evidence of foreign
substances, dirt, deformation, or malfunction.
Checking ROS ASSY for mounting
5
Check if ROS ASSY for mounting
Faulty Imaging Unit (PHD)
6
Is the image quality improved if Imaging Unit (PHD) is
replaced
Set the paper and paper cassette
normally.
(Ask customer for correct setting)
Clean or replace the parts concerned
Clean or replace the parts concerned
Clean or replace the parts concerned
Replace the ROS ASSY
Replace the Imaging Unit (PHD)
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FIP-P9 Crease
Condition / initial check
Crease on print
∆ Print on creased paper.
▼ Initial check ▼
Incorrect parts, improper installation, damage, deformation, dirt, foreign substance attached, etc.
∇ Major parts to be checked ∇
PAPER FEEDER, CHUTE ASSY REGI, CHUTE ASSY OUT, Transfer Unit (BTR), FUSER ASSY
ItemCheckRemedy
Wet paper
1
Do the wrinkles disappear if the paper is replaced with
newly unpacked paper?
Faulty FUSER ASSY
2
Check the HEAT ROLL and NIP BELT for evidence of
damage, dirt, or foreign substances.
Paper skew feed
3
Check if the paper is fed on the skew
Faulty paper transfer path
4
Check the paper transfer path for presence of burrs,
foreign substances or dirt.
Faulty paper transfer rolls
5
Check the paper transfer rolls for evidence of foreign
substances, dirt, deformation, or malfunction.
Replace the paper
(Ask the customer to store the paper in a
dry place)
Replace the FUSER ASSY
Go to FIP-P8
Clean or replace the parts concerned
Clean or replace the parts concerned
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FIP-P10 Unfused Image or Image Easily Rubs off of Page
Condition / initial check
The toner image is not completely fused to the paper.
∆ The image easily rubs off.
▼ Initial check ▼
Incorrect parts, improper installation, damage, deformation, dirt, foreign substance attached, etc.
∇ Major parts to be checked ∇
FUSER ASSY
ItemCheckRemedy
Wet paper
1
Do the wrinkles disappear if the paper is replaced with
newly unpacked paper?
Faulty FUSER ASSY
2
Is the image quality improved if FUSER ASSY is
replaced
Replace the paper
(Ask the customer to store the paper in a
dry place)
Replace the FUSER ASSY
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3.7 Other FIPs
Covers the power supply troubleshooting FIP.
FIP-AC
StepCheck
Initial check
Check the following for damage.
1
2
Power Cord disconnection or loose connection
Improper power supply voltage on the customer side
Check AC SW for continuity
Disconnect the POWER CORD and wait for 10 seconds.
With the POWER CORD disconnected, turn the AC SW on.
J161-1PIN <=> J161-2PIN check continuous?
YesNo
RepairGo to step [2]
Replace LVPS
STD
Replace
HARNESS ASSY
AC SW
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FIP-DC
Chapter 1 Troubleshooting
StepCheck
Initial check
Check the following for damage.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Blown fuse in LVPS STD
AC power supply failure
Checking LVPS STD
Disconnect the connectors J163, J165 and J164 from the
LVPS STD, and turn the AC SW on.
Is P163-1PIN <=> P163-2PIN +24VDC?
Checking LVPS STD
Is P165-1PIN <=> P165-2PIN +5VDC?
Checking LVPS STD
Is P165-3PIN <=> P165-4PIN +3.3VDC?
Checking HARNESS ASSY LV RPG
Turn the AC SW off, and connect J164 to the LVPS STD,
then turn the AC SW on.
Is P/J164-1PIN <=> P/J164-2PIN +3.3VDC?
Checking HARNESS ASSY LVNC
Turn the AC SW off, and connect J165 to the LVPS STD,
then turn the AC SW on.
Is P/J165-1PIN <=> P/J165-2PIN +5VDC?
Checking HARNESS ASSY 24V
Turn the AC SW off, and connect J163 to the LVPS STD,
then turn the AC SW on.
Is P/J163-1PIN <=> P/J163-2PIN +24VDC?
YesNo
RepairGo to step [2]
Go to step [3]
Go to step [4]
Go to step [5]
Go to step [6]
Go to step [7]
End of work
Replace LVPS
STD
Replace LVPS
STD
Replace LVPS
STD
Check HARNESS
ASSY LV RPG for
frame short
Check HARNESS
ASSY LVNC for
frame short
Check HARNESS
ASSY 24V for
frame short
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4. Preventive Maintenance
When you visit a customer, perform preventive maintenance services irrespective of the major object of
your visit to prevent possible troubles beforehand.
◆
Preventive maintenance procedure
1)Ask the customer how the laser printer is used.
2)Record the accumulated number of sheets printed.
Replace the parts to be replaced periodically based on the number of prints. If
required, replace such parts at this time.
3)Print on several sheets of paper to check for proper operation.
4)Remove foreign substances on the Transfer Unit (BTR), Imaging Unit (PHD), FUSER ASSY and paper
delivery rolls and clean stains with a brush or dry cloth.
If stain is serious, clean with wet cloth and then dry cloth. Be careful not to damage the
parts at this time.
5)Cleaning of fan exhaust port
Remove the FRONT HEAD COVER and clean the FUSER FAN to remove dust deposited on it with a
brush. Remove the REAR COVER and clean the dust deposit on the fan.
If the exhaust port or fan is clogged, temperature in this laser printer increases
causing trouble.
6)Print on several sheets again to check for proper operation.
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Chapter 2 Operation of Diagnostics
Chapter 2 Operation of Diagnostics
1. Diagnostics for a Standalone Printer
1.1 General
The test print can be used on a standalone printer for operational check. For this purpose, the test print
pattern stored in the printer is printed continuously at the continuous printing speed.
1.2 Printing Method
1)Remove the magicolor 3100 Controller Board. (See Disassembly and Assembly 12.3.)
2)Put paper in tray 1, and turn the power on.
In the following steps, never touch live parts or driving parts.
3)Short the two pins of the test print connector (P31) on the PWBA HNB MCU.
Reference: To short the two pins, use the tip of a screwdriver to touch both pins at the same time.
4)The printer goes into a READY mode and starts printing. (Printing is carried out continuously in the
Duplex mode).
5)To stop the printing, remove the short from the two pins.
The paper is fed from tray 1 only, and if no paper is in tray 1, printing is not carried out.
Reference:Printing will not start if the printer has an error.
Reference: For the READY mode, see 6.2 Operation Modes in Section 6 “Principle of Operation”.
P14
P31
Pin 2Pin 1
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1.3 Test Print Pattern
The test print is composed of a black (K), cyan (C), magenta (M), and yellow (Y) lattice pattern. The pattern
is in this order every 128 dots in vertical and horizontal directions.
Black (K)
Yellow (Y)
Cyan (C)
Magenta (M)
128 dot
128 dot
About 2 mm
About 2 mm
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Chapter 2 Operation of Diagnostics
2. Diagnostics Using the MINOLTA- QMS magicolor 3100 Diagnostics
(Hanabi Service Commander)
2.1 General
2.1.1 Configuration
The printer uses the MINOLTA-QMS magicolor 3100 Diagnostics (Hanabi Service Commander) to set/
execute diagnostic functions. The system configuration as shown in the figure below, is needed to run the
magicolor 3100 Diagnostics (application software) on the personal computer.
Reference: The diagnostic tools needed are as follows:
• DIAG PWB (board)
• magicolor 3100 Diagnostics (Hanabi Service Commander) CD
• RS-232C cable (D-Sub 9 pins)
• Personal Computer
Reference: The DIAG PWB, RS-232C cable, personal computer, and MINOLTA-QMS magicolor 3100
Diagnostic (Hanabi Service Commander) used to execute the diagnostics are altogether
called diagnostic tools (maintenance tools).
PRINTER
HNB MCU WITH CPU
2.1.2 General description of the magicolor 3100 Diagnostics (Hanabi Service Commander)
The magicolor 3100 Diagnostics (Hanabi Service Commander) sends and receives the data (commands
and statuses) transferred between the personal computer, DIAG PWB and PWBA HNB MCU instead of the