Ricoh FT3013 S TABLE OF CONTENT

TABLE OF CONTENTS

GUIDE TO COMPONENTS..................................................................................... 1

System Overview.................................................................................. 1

Copier................................................................................................... 2

Operation Panel.................................................................................... 4

COPYING .... ...... ...... ...... ...... ........ ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...8

Starting the Copier ............................................................................... 8

Full Size Copying................................................................................. 9

Bypass Feed Copying..........................................................................11

Reduced and Enlarged Copying (Type 2 only).................................... 12

Zoom Copying (Type 2 only)................................................................13

SPECIAL FEATURES............................................................................................... 14

REPLENISHING SUPPLIES....................................................................................15

Loading Paper...................................................................................... 15

Changing Paper Size ........................................................................... 16

Adding Toner ........................................................................................ 17

OPTIONAL DOCUMENT FEEDER....................................................................... 19

Guide To Components......................................................................... 19

Recommended Originals ......................................................................20

Non-Recommended Originals.............................................................. 20

Automatic Document Feed (ADF)........................................................ 21

Bypass Feed Copying with the Document Feeder.............................. 23

TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................................................. 24

Clearing Misfeeds................................................................................. 24

Troubleshooting Guide......................................................................... 32

Service Codes...................................................................................... 34

Others ...................................................................................................34

DAILY MAINTENANCE.......................................................................................... 3 5

Copier................................................................................................... 35

Document Feeder.................................................................................36

DO’S AND DON’TS.................................................................................................... 37

USER REMARKS ....................................................................................................... 37

SPECIFICATIONS.....................................................................................................38

Main Copier.......................................................................................... 38

Document Feeder.................................................................................41

INDEX........................................................................................................................... 42

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INTRODUCTION

This copier is a desktop plain paper copier carefully manufactured to exacting
standards of high performance. It consistently yields high contrast copies with a
superior finish.

This manual contains detailed instructions on the operation and maintenance of
this copier. To get maximum versatility from this copier, all operators should
carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual. Please keep this
manual in a handy place near the machine.

Please read the next section before using this copier. It contains important
information related to USER SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROB­LEMS.

SAFETY INFORMATION

When using your copier, the following safety precautions should always be
followed.

Safety During Operation

In this manual, all safety messages are identified by the words "WARNING" and
"Caution". These words mean the following:

WARNING:
Important information to alert you to a situation that might cause serious
injury and damage to your property if instructions are not followed.

Caution:
Important information that tells how to prevent damage to equipment, or how to
avoid a situation that might cause minor injury.

WARNING:

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Since some parts of the copier are supplied with high electrical voltage,
touch only the parts specified in this manual.

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Do not modify or replace any parts other than the ones specified in this
manual.

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Do not incinerate toner or toner containers. Toner dust might ignite
when exposed to open flame.

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Do not store toner where it will be exposed to heat.

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Do not eat or swallow toner, and keep it out of reach of children.

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The fusing section can be very hot. Be careful when handling it.

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Caution:

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While copying, do not turn off the main switch.

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While copying, do not open the front cover.

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While copying, do not lift the platen cover, or the optional document feeder.

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While copying, do not unplug the power cord.

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Do not lay anything weighing more than 10 kg (22 lb) on the exposure glass.

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Do not place tools or other hard objects on the exposure glass.

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Keep corrosive liquids, such as acid, off the machine.

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Do not allow paper clips, staples, or other small metallic objects to fall inside
the machine.

General Safety Information

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Always turn the copier off when you have finished copying for the day, but
leave it plugged in.

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When the copier will not be used for a long period, disconnect the power
cord.

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If the copier must be transported by vehicle, please contact your service
representative.

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When the main switch is in the Stand-by position, the optional anticondensa­tion heaters are on. In case of emergency, unplug the machine’s power cord.

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To disconnect the power source, the main plug must be pulled.

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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Copier Environment

The installation location should be carefully chosen because environmental
conditions greatly affect the performance of a copier.

Optimum Environmental Conditions

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Temperature: 10 - 30°C (50 - 86°F)

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Humidity: 15 - 90%

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A strong and level base.

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The copier must be level within 5 mm (0.2") both front to rear and left to
right.

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To avoid a possible build-up of ozone, make sure to locate this copier in a
large well ventilated room that has air turnover of more than 30 m

Environments To Avoid

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Locations exposed to direct sunlight or strong light (more than 1,500 lux.)

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Locations directly exposed to cool air from an air conditioner or heated air
from a heater. (Sudden temperature changes might cause condensation
within the copier.)

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Places where the copier might be subjected to frequent strong vibration.

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Dusty areas.

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Areas with corrosive gases.

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Places higher than 2,000 m (6,500 ft) above sea level.

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/hr/person.

Power Connection

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Avoid multiwiring.

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Make sure that the wall outlet is near the copier and easily accessible.

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Make sure the plug is firmly inserted in the outlet.

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Voltage must not fluctuate more than 10%.

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Do not set anything on the power cord.

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Access To Copier

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Place the copier near the power source, providing clearance as shown.

More than 10 cm (3.9")

Copier

More than
30 cm
(11.8")

More than 70 cm (27.6")

More than 60 cm
(23.6")

USE AND STORAGE OF SUPPLIES

Copy Paper

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Copy paper of the types or in the conditions listed below are not recom­mended for this copier.

• Folded, curled, creased, or damaged paper

• Torn paper

• Damp paper

• Perforated paper

• Paper with conductive or low electrical resistance such as

• Wavy paper

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The following cannot be used in the paper tray. Use the bypass feed en­trance. One sheet should be inserted into the bypass feed entrance at one
time.

• Post cards • Translucent paper • OHP sheets • Adhesive labels

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If multi-feeding occurs with recycled paper, fan the sheets, or feed them one
at a time using the bypass feed entrance.

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Do not touch copy paper if your fingers are wet or oily; finger prints may
appear on the copy.

carbon or sliver coating.

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Paper Storage

Paper should always be stored properly. Improperly stored paper might result in
poor image reproduction, creased copies, and paper misfeeds. Generally, avoid
curling and absorption of moisture.

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Avoid storing paper in humid areas. Under high temperature and high humid­ity conditions, store paper in a vinyl bag.

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Do not store paper where it will be exposed to heat.

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Store on a flat surface.

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Use older stock first.

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Do not lay heavy objects on paper.

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Keep open reams of paper in the package, and store as you would un­opened paper.

Toner Storage

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Store horizontally in a cool, dark place.

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Store toner cartridge flat.

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Never store toner where it will be exposed to heat.

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Do not lay heavy objects on toner cartridges.

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System Overview GUIDE TO COMPONENTS

GUIDE TO COMPONENTS

System Overview

The type 2 copier can be equipped with an optional document feeder as shown:

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For more information about the document feeder, see page 19.

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Regarding the difference between type 1 and 2 operation panels, see pages 4 - 7.

Document Feeder (Type 2 only)

GUIDE TO

COMPONENTS

Copier

1

BYPASS FEED
ENTRANCE

Use to feed pa­per of a different
size than the
one already in
the paper tray.

GUIDE TO COMPONENTS Copier

Copier

EXPOSURE GLASS

Position originals here
for copying.

OPERATION PANEL

Operator controls and indica­tors are located here.

LEFT SCALE

Use to align origi­nals on the expo­sure glass.

PLATEN COVER

Lower this cover over
originals before copying.

KEY COUNTER
HOLDER

Insert the optional
key counter here.
Contact your service
representative.

2

BYPASS FEED GUIDES

Use to align paper in the by­pass feed entrance.

Copier GUIDE TO COMPONENTS

MAIN SWITCH

Switches the copier
between on and
stand-by conditions.
(stand-by = optional
anticondensation
heaters on)

GUIDE TO

COMPONENTS

COPY TRAY

Completed copies are deliv­ered here.

PAPER TRAY

The paper tray can hold 250
sheets of copy paper.

FRONT COVER

Open to access the inside
of the copier. (To add
toner, remove a misfed pa­per, etc.)

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GUIDE TO COMPONENTS Operation Panel

Operation Panel

Type 1

Adding Toner

See page 17.

Energy Saver Indicator

See pages 8, 14, or 32.

Copy Counter

Displays the number of copies
entered. While copying, it shows
the number of copies made.
Displays codes that show the
copier’s condition. See page 32.

Clearing Misfeeds

See page 24.

Manual Image Density Indicator

Shows the manually selected image
density. If this indicator blinks, refer
to page 34.

Manual Image Density Keys

Use to cancel the automatic image
density mode and manually select
the image density level.

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Auto Image Density Key

Press to select/cancel
the automatic image den­sity mode.

Auto Image Density Indicator

Lights when the copier is auto­matically controlling image den­sity. If this indicator blinks, see
page 34.

Operation Panel GUIDE TO COMPONENTS

Number Keys

Use to enter the desired num­ber of copies.

Clear/Stop Key

Press to cancel the copy number
entered. While copying, press to
stop copying.

Start Key

Press to start copying.
You can select the Auto Start
mode. See page 10.

Start Indicator

When the Start indicator is red, the
machine is not ready to copy. When
the Start indicator is green, the ma­chine is ready to copy.

GUIDE TO

COMPONENTS

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Clearing Misfeeds

See page 24.

GUIDE TO COMPONENTS Operation Panel

Type 2

Zoom Up Key

Press to increase the reproduc­tion ratio in 1% steps. See page

13.

Adding Toner

See page 17.

Zoom Down Key

Press to reduce
the reproduction
ratio in 1% steps.
See page 13.

Reduce/Enlarge
Key

Press to make re­duced or enlarged
copies. See page

12.

Energy Saver Indicator

See pages 8, 14, or 32.

Magnification Ra­tio Indicator

Shows the selected
reproduction ratio.

Manual Image Den­sity Keys

Use to cancel the auto­matic image density
mode and manually se­lect the image density
level.

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Full Size Key

Press to make copies
the same size as the
originals. See page 9.

Manual Image Density Indica­tor

Shows the manually selected im­age density. If this indicator
blinks, refer to page 34.

Operation Panel GUIDE TO COMPONENTS

Copy Counter

Displays the number of copies
entered. While copying, it
shows the number of copies
made.
Displays codes that show the
copier’s condition. See page

32.

Auto Image Density Key

Press to select/cancel
the automatic image den­sity mode.

Number Keys

Use to enter the desired num­ber of copies.

Start Key

Press to start copying.
You can select the Auto Start
mode. See page 10.

GUIDE TO

COMPONENTS

Auto Image Density Indicator

Lights when the copier is auto­matically controlling image den­sity. If this indicator blinks, see
page 34.

Clear/Stop Key

Press to cancel the copy number
entered. While copying, press to
stop copying.

Start Indicator

When the Start indicator is red, the
machine is not ready to copy.
When the Start indicator is green,
the machine is ready to copy.

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COPYING Starting the Copier

COPYING

Starting the Copier

1. Turn on the main switch.

On

Stand by

On

Stand by

2. Wait for the copier to warm up. Dur­ing the warm-up period (approxi­mately 30 seconds), the Start indi­cator stays red.

3. When the warm-up period is com­pleted, the Start indicator turns
green. The copier is ready to make
copies.

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If the Energy Saver indicator lights,
press any key except the Start key.

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Opening the optional document
feeder, setting originals there, or in­serting the copy paper into the bypass
feed entrance will also make the cop­ier ready.

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At the end of the day, turn off the
main switch.

On

Stand by

On

Stand by

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Full Size Copying COPYING

Full Size Copying

1. Place the original face down on the
exposure glass, and lower the platen
cover.

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The original should be centered ac­cording to the size marks on the left
scale.

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Narrow margins at the leading and
side edges of the original are not cop­ied.

2. Set the image density level to match
the type and quality of the original.

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This is not necessary if Auto Image
Density is on.

3. Enter the number of copies required
using the Number keys.

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Up to 99 copies can be entered.

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To change the number entered, press
the Clear/Stop key and then enter the
new number.

COPYING

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