Mita-Kyocera FS-1838 Service Manual
FS-1800/NFS-1800/N
FS-3800/NFS-3800/N
Page printers
FS-1800/1800N/3800/3800N Series Combined Service Manual
C Kyocera Corporation 2000 All rights reserved. Export Edition
Notice
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manual is subject to change
without notification.
Additional pages may be
inserted in future editions. The
reader is asked to excuse any
technical inaccuracies or
typographical errors in the
present edition.
No responsibility is assumed
if accidents occur while the
service person is following the
instructions in this manual.
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Information
This equipment has been
tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class A*1/
Class B*2 digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are
designed to provide
reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a
residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in
accordance with the
instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio
communications. However,
there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in
a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or
television reception, which
can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one
or more of the following
measures.
Reorient or relocate the
receiving antenna.
Increase the separation
between the equipment and
receiver.
Connect the equipment into an
outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver
is connected.
Consult the dealer or an
experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
Changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the
manufacturer for compliance
could void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.
*1
: FS-1800N/FS-3800N
*2
: FS-1800/FS-3800
Important notice to
service person
Before attempting service on
the equipment, including
disassembling, reassembling,
troubleshooting, and
adjustment, read this manual
carefully. During performing
service, use extreme care to
avoid possible electric shock
hazard, burn, and human
injuries. Make sure the printer
is not provided with any safety
facilities other than those
primarily intended for the
safety of users.
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Regarding Tradenames
PRESCRIBE is a registered trademark of Kyocera Corporation.
PRESCRIBE 2e, KPDL, and KIR (Kyocera Image Refinement) are trademarks of Kyocera Corporation.
Diablo 630 is a product of Xerox Corporation.
IBM Proprinter X24E is a product of International Business Machines Corporation.
Epson LQ-850 is a product of Seiko Epson Corporation.
Hewlett-Packard, PCL, and PJL are registered trademarks of Hewlett-Packard Company.
Centronics is a trade name of Centronics Data Computer Inc.
PostScript is a registered trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated.
Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple computer, Inc.
Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
PowerPC and Micro-Drive are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.
CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation.
ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark.
All other brand and product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies.
This Kyocera page printer uses PeerlessPrintXL to provide the HP LaserJet compatible PCL6 language emulation.
PeerlessPrintXL is a trademark of The Peerless Group, Redondo Beach, CA 90278, U.S.A.
This product was developed using the Tornado™ Real Time Operating System and Tools from Wind River Systems.
Contains UFST ™ and MicroType ® from Agfa Corporation.
Fine 1200 mode uses iRET image enhancement technology.
iRET is a trademark of Oak Technology, Inc.
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Conventions
Throughout this manual, the following conventions are used:
Italic letters refer related chapters or sections or documentations.
This symbol followed by WARNING denotes that the following paragraph(s) includes
precautions which, if ignored, could result in personal injury, and/or irrevocable
damage to the printer.
When followed by CAUTION this symbol denotes that the following paragraph(s)
include the precautions which, if ignored, could result in damage to the printer.
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About the chapters
Unless otherwise specified, the content of this manual apply to both printer models of Ecosys FS1800, FS-1800N, FS-3800 and FS-3800N.
The manual is comprised of the following chapters:
Chapter 1: Product Information
Chapter 2: Installation/Operation
Chapter 3: Maintenance/Adjustments
Contents
Chapter 4: Operation Overview
Chapter 5: Disassembly
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting
Appendix A: Diagrams
Appendix B: Status Page
Appendix C: Interface
Contents
Contents
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REVISION HISTORY
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Chapter 1
Product Information
Chapter 1 Contents
1-1 Printer specifications ...................................................................................................................... 1-3
1-1-1 Specifications ............................................................................................................................ 1-3
(1) Engine ....................................................................................................................................... 1-3
(2) Controller ................................................................................................................................... 1-4
(3) Weight and dimensions ............................................................................................................. 1-4
(4) Power requirements .................................................................................................................. 1-5
(5) Environmental requirements...................................................................................................... 1-5
1-1-2 Available option memory/device................................................................................................ 1-6
(1) Expansion memory (DIMM)....................................................................................................... 1-6
(2) Memory card (CompactFlash) ................................................................................................... 1-8
(3) Hard disk (Microdrive) ............................................................................................................... 1-9
1-2 Names of parts ............................................................................................................................... 1-10
1-2-1 Names of parts ........................................................................................................................ 1-10
1-3 Safety information ......................................................................................................................... 1-11
1-3-1 Safety information.................................................................................................................... 1-11
(1) Laser safety ............................................................................................................................. 1-11
(2) Laser notice ............................................................................................................................. 1-11
(3) Laser caution label on the scanner unit................................................................................... 1-11
(4) CDRH regulations (U.S.A.)...................................................................................................... 1-13
(5) Ozone concentration ............................................................................................................... 1-13
(6) FCC statement (U.S.A.)........................................................................................................... 1-13
a) For the FS-1800 and FS-3800 models ..................................................................................... 1-13
b) For the FS-1800N and FS-3800N models ................................................................................ 1-14
(7) Canadian Department of Communications compliance statement.......................................... 1-14
(8) Avis de conformité aux normes du ministère des Communications du Canada ..................... 1-14
(9) ISO 7779 ................................................................................................................................. 1-14
(10) CE marking directive ............................................................................................................. 1-15
(11) Declaration of conformity (Australia) ..................................................................................... 1-15
1-4 Environmental requirements ........................................................................................................ 1-16
1-4-1 Environmental conditions ........................................................................................................ 1-16
(1) Clearance ................................................................................................................................ 1-17
(2) Places to avoid ........................................................................................................................ 1-18
(3) Note on power ......................................................................................................................... 1-18
(4) Removing the printer ............................................................................................................... 1-19
1-5 About the toner container ............................................................................................................. 1-20
1-5-1 Toner container ....................................................................................................................... 1-20
(1) Toner container handling......................................................................................................... 1-20
(2) Toner container storage .......................................................................................................... 1-21
1-1 Printer specifications
1-1-1 Specifications
(1) Engine
Item FS-1800/1800N FS-3800/3800N
Print method
Print speed (when printing
multiple page)
Resolution
Smoothing
First print (A4 or letter, 23 °C),
depends on input data
Warm-up time Standby:
(23 °C ) Sleeping:
Maximum duty cycle (A4)
Machine life expectancy
Electrophotography laser scan
16 pages/min. (A4)
17 pages/min. (Letter)
Fine 1200 mode
Fast 1200 mode with KIR
600 dpi with KIR
300 dpi with KIR
KIR (Kyocera Image Refinement)
Approximately 17.5 seconds or
less
20 seconds or less
6.5 seconds or less
65,000 pages/month
300,000 pages of printing or
5 years
(expandable to 900,000 pages
of printing using MK kits)
←
24 pages/min. (A4)
25 pages/min. (Letter)
←
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Approximately 9 seconds or less
35 seconds or less
35 seconds or less
100,000 pages/month
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Development
Laser
Main charger
Transferring
Separation
Drum cleaning
Drum discharging
Fuser
Paper
Capacity of paper feed source
(80 g/m2 [0.11 mm thickness])
Capacity of output trays
(80 g/m2 [0.11 mm thickness])
Mono component dry developer
Visible laser
Scorotron plus charging
Negative charger roller
Curvature separation
Blade
Eraser lamp (LED array)
Heat roller and press roller
Plain paper
Cassette: 500 sheets,
MP tray: 100 sheets
Face-up: 250 sheets,
Face-down: 250 sheets
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(2) Controller
Item FS-1800/1800N FS-3800/3800N
CPU
System ROM
Font ROM
Main (Video) RAM
Maximum:
Slot:
DIMM size:
Memory card (Optional)
Hard disk (Optional)
Host interface Parallel:
Serial:
Network interface card:
PowerPC405GF/200MHz
4 MB Mask (or Flash) DIMM
2 MB
FS-1800 model: 8 MB
FS-1800N model: 24 MB
264 MB (Including main RAM)
2 DIMM slots
(A 16 MB DIMM is factoryinstalled in one slot for FS-1800N.)
16, 32, 64, 128 MB
CompactFlash
Microdrive (340 MB)
High-speed, bidirectional
PowerPC740/200MHz
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FS-3800 model: 16 MB
FS-3800N model: 32 MB
272 MB (Including main RAM)
2 DIMM slots
(A 16 MB DIMM is factoryinstalled in one slot for FS-3800N.)
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(IEEE1284)
RS-232C,
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Maximum speed: 115.2 Kbps
10/100 Base-TX, type IB-21
10/100 Base-TX, type IB-21
(KUIO-LV [3.3 V])
Page description language
Standard emulation modes
(3) Weight and dimensions
Item FS-1800/1800N FS-3800/3800N
Main unit (excluding Width:
protrusions) Height:
Depth:
Weight:
(Standard with equipped FS1800N)
Prescribe
PCL6, Diablo 630, IBM
proprinter X24E, Epson LQ850,
Line printer, KPDL
34.5 cm (13-9/16 inches)
30.0 cm (11-13/16 inches)
39.0 cm (15-3/8 inches)
13 Kg (28-5/8 lb.)
(Standard with equipped FS3800N)
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(4) Power requirements
Item FS-1800/1800N FS-3800/3800N
Voltage/current US/Canada:
120 V AC ±10 %,
60 Hz ±2 %/7.2 A
Europe/Asia:
220 - 240 V AC ±10 %,
50/60 Hz ±2 %/3.6 A
Watts Average:
FS-1800 model: 328 W
FS-1800N model: 961 W
Maximum:
120 V AC model: 961 W
220 - 240 V AC model: 961 W
Standby (Ready):
FS-1800 model: 21 W
FS-1800N model: 23 W
Sleeping:
FS-1800 model: 14 W
FS-1800N model: 15 W
(5) Environmental requirements
Item FS-1800/1800N FS-3800/3800N
Operating temperature and
10 to 32.5 °C (50 to 90.5 °F),
←
←
FS-3800 model: 499 W
FS-3800N model: 972 W
120 V AC model: 972 W
220 - 240 V AC model: 972 W
FS-3800 model: 126 W
FS-3800N model: 126 W
FS-3800 model: 14 W
FS-3800N model: 16 W
←
humidity
Maximum altitude
Noise emission (Excluding
peaks, measured at 1 m from
printer, as per ISO7779)
20 to 80 %RH
2,000 m (6,500 feet)
Maximum: 53 dB(A) ,
Standby: 35 dB(A)
←
Maximum: 57 dB(A) ,
Standby: 39 dB(A)
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1-1-2 Available option memory/device
(1) Expansion memory (DIMM)
The following option memory DIMMs are available for use with the printer. For more informations
about DIMM, refer to Section 2-2-4 Expanding the memory (DIMM) on page 2-11.
NOTE Availability of the following memory DIMMs, manufacturers, and
specifications may change without notice. No responsibility is assumed by
Kyocera Mita with respect to loss or damage caused by the use of these
DIMMs.
Manufacturer Capacity Model
CUBE MEMORY 8 MB DS03202V-82-PG0
16 MB DS03204V-82-PG0
Transcend 4 MB TS4MLJ4000
8 MB TS8MLJ4000
16 MB TS16MLJ4000
32 MB TS32MLJ4000
KINGSTON 8 MB KTH-LJ4000/8-CE
16 MB KTH-LJ4000/16-CE
32 MB KTH-LJ4000/32-CE
CHAMPION 8 MB 122619
16 MB 122672
32 MB 125002
ADMOR MEMORY 4 MB ADH4-4140
8 MB ADH8-4141
16 MB ADH16-4142
32 MB ADH32-4143
64 MB ADH64-3913
MINNESOTA MEMORY 8 MB MC4141A
16 MB MC4142A
32 MB MC4143A
64 MB MC3913A
CENTON 16 MB CKY16M/LP
32 MB CYK32M/LP
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Manufacturer Capacity Model
DELKIN DEVICES 8 MB 008Y3D416
8 MB 008Y3D428
16 MB 016Y3D228
16 MB 016Y3Q446
32 MB 032Y3Q446
32 MB 032Y3Q488
64 MB 064Y3Q488
Hewlett-Packard 8 MB C4141A
16 MB C4142A
32 MB C4143A
GOLDENRAM 64 MB 5900342-002A
MICRON 8 MB MT4LSDT232UG-10C1
16 MB MT8LSDT432UG-10C1
Ram Components 16 MB -
32 MB Melco Inc. 16 MB PM-HP-16M-KC
32 MB PM-HP-32M-KC
64 MB PM-HP-64M-KC
128 MB PM-HP-128M-KC
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(2) Memory card (CompactFlash)
The following memory cards are available for use with the printer. Do not insert or remove a
memory card (CompactFlash) while power is on. If the memory card is removed while the printer
is on, damage could result in the printer’s electronics or the memory card. Refer to Section Installing
the option memory card (CompactFlash) on page 2-16.
NOTE Availability of the following memory cards (CompactFlash), manufacturers,
and specifications may change without notice. No responsibility is assumed by
kyocera Mita with respect to loss or damage caused by the use of these
memory card.
Manufacturer Capacity Model
SanDisk 8 MB SDCFBS-8-101
16 MB SDCFBS-16-101
24 MB SDCFBS-24-101
32 MB SDCFBS-32-101
48 MB SDCFBS-48-101
64 MB SDCFBS-64-101
96 MB SDCFBS-96-101
Viking 4 MB CF4M
8 MB CF8M
12 MB CF12M
16 MB CF16M
24 MB CF24M
32 MB CF32M
48 MB CF48M
64 MB CF64M
80 MB CF80M
Kingston 8 MB CF/8
16 MB CF/16
24 MB CF/24
32 MB CF/32
48 MB CF/48
64 MB CF/64
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96 MB CF/96
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Manufacturer Capacity Model
DelkinDevices Inc. 8 MB DDCFFLS2-008
16 MB DDCFFLS2-016
24 MB DDCFFLS2-024
32 MB DDCFFLS2-032
48 MB DDCFFLS2-048
64 MB DDCFFLS2-064
96 MB DDCFFLS2-096
HITACHI 8 MB HB286008C4
16 MB HB286016C4
32 MB HB289032C4
48 MB HB289048C4
64 MB HB288064C5
Transcend 4 MB TS4MFLASHCP
8 MB TS8MFLASHCP
16 MB TS16MFLASHCP
32 MB TS32MFLASHCP
SST 8 MB SST48CF008
16 MB SST48CF016
24 MB SST48CF024
32 MB SST48CF032
48 MB SST48CF048
64 MB SST48CF064
96 MB SST48CF096
LEXAR Media 16 MB -
32 MB 48 MB 64 MB 80 MB -
(3) Hard disk (Microdrive)
The following hard disk is available for the printer:
IBM Microdrive 340 MB capacity type
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1-2 Names of parts
1-2-1 Names of parts
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3
4
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1 Top cover
2 Toner container
3 Operator panel
4 Paper gauge
5 Paper cassette
6 Paper size window
7 Power switch
8 Paper size dial
9 Waste toner bottle
0 Side cover
*
(
! Charger Cleaning knob
@ Paper stopper
# Face-down output tray
$ Memory card slot
% Paper feed unit
^
Paper feed unit release lever
& MP tray
* Rear cover
( AC inlet
Figure 1-2-1 Name of parts
%
^
) Parallel interface connector
⁄ Serial interface connector
¤ Option unit connector
‹ Network interface card
*1
:
Standard-installed with the FS-1800N/3800N
models (Normally covered with a cover plate)
*1
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1-3 Safety information
1-3-1 Safety information
(1) Laser safety
This printer is certified as a Class 1 laser product under the U.S. Department of Health and Human
Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard according to Radiation Control for Health and
Safety Act of 1968. This means that the printer does not produce hazardous laser radiation. Since
radiation emitted inside the printer is completely confined within protective housings and external
covers, the laser beam cannot escape from the printer during any phase of user operation.
(2) Laser notice
This printer is certified in the U.S. to conform to the requirements of DHHS 21 CFR Subchapter for
Class I (1) laser products, and elsewhere is certified as a Class I laser product conforming to the
requirements of IEC 825.
(3) Laser caution label on the scanner unit
The laser scanner unit inside the printer has the following label affixed on its top. Observe the laser
radiation warning and figures when handling the laser scanner unit.
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WARNING Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Laser radiation warning
This label is affixed atop of the laser scanner unit inside
the printer.
FS-3800 US/Canada model
FS-3800 Asian countries model
Figure 1-3-1 Caution labels
FS-3800 Europe/Pacific model
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(4) CDRH regulations (U.S.A.)
The Center of Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration
implemented regulations for laser products on August 2, 1976. These regulations apply to laser
products manufactured after August 1, 1976. Compliance is mandatory for products marketed in
the United States. A label indicating compliance with the CDRH regulations must be attached to
laser products marketed in the United States.
(5) Ozone concentration
The printers generate ozone gas (O3) which may concentrate in the place of installation and cause
an unpleasant smell. To minimize concentration of ozone gas to less than 0.1 ppm, we recommend
you not to install the printer in a confined area where ventilation is blocked.
(6) FCC statement (U.S.A.)
a) For the FS-1800 and FS-3800 models
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interferences to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Shielded circular cable should be used for interfacing
with the computer.
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Any modification without prior permission may cause harmful interference.
If any modification/change is introduced to this equipment without prior permission, Kyocera as
the manufacturer cannot guarantee compliance with FCC rules. To use equipment which does not
comply with FCC rules is prohibited. The printer may be optionally installed with the following
units:
Options conforming to the Class B limit
• Sorter SO-60
• Duplexer DU-60
• Paper feeder PF-60
b) For the FS-1800N and FS-3800N models
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which
case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
WARNING FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this
equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
(7) Canadian Department of Communications compliance statement
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
(8) Avis de conformité aux normes du ministère des Communications du Canada
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
(9) ISO 7779
Maschinenlärminformationsverordnung 3. GSGV, 18.01.1991: Der höchste Schalldruckpegel beträgt
70 dB(A) oder weniger gemäß ISO 7779.
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(10) CE marking directive
According to Council Directive 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC
declares that the product
Product name: Page printer
Model name: FS-1800/FS-3800/FS-1800N/FS-3800N (as tested with the enhancement optional
unit: PF-60, DU-60 and SO-60)
Conforms to the following product specifications.
EN 55 022:1998 Class B
EN 61 000-3-2:1995
EN 61 000-3-3:1995
EN 55 024:1998
EN 60 950:1992 (+A1+A2+A3+A4+A11)
EN 60 825-1:1994+A11
(11) Declaration of conformity (Australia)
declares that the product
Product number: Page printer
Model name: FS-1800/FS-3800/FS-1800N/FS-3800N (as tested with the enhancement optional
units: PF-60, DU-60 and SO-60)
Description of device: This page printer model FS-3800 is the 24 ppm (FS-1800 is the 16 ppm); A4
size and utilizes plain paper; laser; dry toner, etc. The printer can be equipped with several
enhancement optional units such as a paper feeder PF-60, a duplexer DU-60, a sorter SO-60, etc.
Ther printer conforms to the following product specifications:
AS/NZS 3548; 1995 (EN 55 022:1994 Class B)
IEC60950 (EN 60 950:1992+A1+A2+A3+A4+A11)
IEC60825-1 (EN 60 825-1:1994+A11)
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1-4 Environmental requirements
1-4-1 Environmental conditions
The Environmental requirements section on page 1-5 should be observed to ensure the optimum
operation of the printer. The use of the printer in a location which does not satisfy the requirements
may result in troubles and risk shortening its service life.
The printer will work best if it is installed in a location that is:
• Level and well supported (Place the printer on a table or desk.)
• Not exposed to sunlight or other bright light (not next to an uncurtained window). Do not place
the printer on an unstable cart, stand or table.
• Near an AC wall outlet, preferably one that can be used for the printer alone. The outlet should
have a ground slot, or an adapter should be used. If you use an extension cord, the total length of
the power cord plus extension cord should be 17 feet or 5 meters or less.
• Well ventilated, not too hot or cold, and not too damp or dry (See section Environmental
requirements on page 1-5). If you install the printer where the temperature or humidity is outside
the requirements in section Environmental requirements in chapter 1, the best print quality may
not be expected and there will be an increased chance of paper jams.
• Provide a sufficient clearances around the printer to ensure ventilation and ease of access. (See
section Clearance on next page).
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(1) Clearance
Allow the necessary minimum clearance on all sides of the printer as below.
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3
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Figure 1-4-1 Clearances
Ref. Clearance Dimensions [Minimum]
1 Left 30 cm (11-13/16 inches)
2 Front 60 cm (23-5/8 inches)
3 Right 25 cm (9-7/8 inches)
4 Back 20 cm (7-7/8 inches)
5 Head room 30 cm (11-13/16 inches)
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(2) Places to avoid
Avoid installing the printer in locations exposed to:
• Direct drafts of hot or cold air.
• Direct drafts of outside air. (Avoid locations next to outside doors.)
• Sudden temperature or humidity changes.
• Any source of high heat, such as a radiator or stove.
• Excessive dust. Dust and smoke may cause contamination on the laser scanner window, causing
print quality problem.
• Vibration.
• Ammonia fumes or other harmful fumes. (In case of fumigating the room or saturate it with
insecticide, remove the printer first.)
• Avoid greenhouse-like rooms. (Because of sunlight and humidity.)
• Avoid enclosed spaces that block ventilation.
• Avoid sites more than 6,500 feet or 2,000 meters above sea level.
(3) Note on power
Use only the power source voltage conforming to the printer’s rated power voltage. Do not use
other power sources.
• Disconnect the printer from the power source before attempting removal or replacement of an
electrical component or a printed-circuit board.
• The printer should not be connected to a power source until the instruction is given to do so
when performing tests described in this manual.
• In connecting the printer power, exercise an extreme care in handling the power supply or any
other electric parts which may give an electric shock.
• Before performing maintenance or repair, power from both the power source and the associated
peripheral devices (computer, sorter, etc.) should be disconnected, unless otherwise specified.
• To avoid possible electrical shock, extreme caution must be exercised in handling the power
cord and any other electrical part.
• An easily accessible socket outlet must be provided near the equipment.
WARNING As the disconnect device is not incorporated in the printer’s AC primary
circuit, an easily accessible socket outlet must be provided near the equipment.
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(4) Removing the printer
Observe the following precautions in removal and transportation of the printer.
• Be sure to repack the printer in its original carton.
• Do not leave the printer, toner container, process unit and other printer modules inside a vehicle
if the outdoor temperature is more than 25 °C. As unexpectedly high temperature may develop
inside when a vehicle is parked for a long period of time, the drum, toner container, process unit
and the supplies should be removed from the vehicle. The vehicle during transportation should
be parked in the shade or with the window open to allow minimum air circulation or the adequate
air conditioning should be made.
• Should the printer be left in a vehicle, it may not be exposed to the temperature change of more
than 7 °C within 30 minutes.
• Before removing the printer to a warm place, wrap it in a blanket, etc., before crating it. Allow
approximately two to three hours after having moved after uncrated. Failure to observe the
above may result in moisture condensation which will affect the performance of the printer.
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1-5 About the toner container
1-5-1 Toner container
The printer should use a Kyocera TK-60/TK-60E toner kit. To ensure the high print quality and
long service life, the following handling precautions should apply:
CAUTION As the Ecosys printers are designed to ensure the optimum print quality when
used with Kyocera’s proprietary toner, Kyocera do not recommend to use any
refilled toner containers that may be available commercially. This is because
Kyocera have no means of control over how such refilled toner could affect the
print quality and the reliability of the printer.
(1) Toner container handling
To loosen and mix the toner inside before use, with the label side down, thoroughly shake the toner
container 1 (in the direction of the arrows) ten times or more.
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Figure 1-5-1 Toner container handling
CAUTION The toner container is not designed for disassembly or refilling. Do not attempt
to disassemble or refill the toner container.
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(2) Toner container storage
The toner contained in the container is susceptible to temperature and humidity. To ensure the high
print quality, store the toner container in a place that satisfies the following environmental conditions:
Temperature: −20 to 40 °C (−4 to 104 °F)
Humidity: 15 to 90 % RH
NOTE If the toner container is removed from the printer’s developer, put it in a
protective bag and keep it in a dark place.
CAUTION If the printer is shipped for return, etc., do not ship it with the toner container
installed. Remove the toner container from the developer and put in a plastic
bag and seal the plastic bag. Otherwise, toner may leak and contamination may
result in the printer.
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Chapter 2
Installation/Operation
Chapter 2 Contents
2-1 Unpacking......................................................................................................................................... 2-3
2-1-1 Unpacking and inspection ......................................................................................................... 2-3
2-2 Installing the printer ........................................................................................................................ 2-5
2-2-1 Installing the toner container ..................................................................................................... 2-5
Removing the toner container......................................................................................................... 2-7
2-2-2 Installing the waste toner bottle ................................................................................................. 2-8
Removing the waste toner bottle .................................................................................................... 2-9
2-2-3 Developer initialization (automatic).......................................................................................... 2-10
2-2-4 Expanding the memory (DIMM)............................................................................................... 2-11
(1) Minimum memory requirements .............................................................................................. 2-11
(2) DIMM specifications ................................................................................................................ 2-11
(3) Notes on handling DIMM ......................................................................................................... 2-12
(4) Installing the DIMM.................................................................................................................. 2-13
(5) Testing the expansion memory ............................................................................................... 2-14
(6) Installing the option hard disk (Microdrive) .............................................................................. 2-15
(7) Installing the option memory card (CompactFlash) ................................................................. 2-16
(8) Installing the option network interface card ............................................................................. 2-17
2-3 Using the operator panel............................................................................................................... 2-18
2-3-1 Operator panel......................................................................................................................... 2-18
(1) Indicators and keys.................................................................................................................. 2-18
(2) Interface indicator .................................................................................................................... 2-20
(3) Paper size indicator ................................................................................................................. 2-20
(4) Paper type Indicator ................................................................................................................ 2-21
(5) Message display...................................................................................................................... 2-22
2-3-2 Menu selection system ............................................................................................................ 2-23
(1) Menu selection and sequence................................................................................................. 2-23
2-1 Unpacking
2-1-1 Unpacking and inspection
The printer package should contain the items as shown in the figure below. After unpacking, remove
the printer and all the accessories from the package.
For unpacking, place the box containing the printer on a flat, stable surface. Remove the manuals,
toner kit, and other items located on top of the spacer. Then remove the spacer. Carefully remove
the printer. Obtain help from other persons if necessary.
For the FS-1800N/3800N, the CD-ROM (Network library) and the manual for the network interface
card are shipped together with the components listed below.
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1 Printer
2 Toner container
3 Waste toner bottle
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5 Installation manual
6 Kyocera digital library CD-ROM
7 Plastic bag
4 Power cord
Figure 2-1-1 Unpacking
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