Ricoh FT3013-S SAFETY INFORMATION BN OM EU

INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION
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.
When using your copier, the following safety precautions should always be followed.
Safety During Operation
In this manual, the following important symbols are used:
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WARNING: Ignoring this warning could cause serious injury or
even death.
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CAUTION: Ignoring this caution could cause injury or damage
to property.
Examples Of Indications
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Symbols $ means a situation that requires you take care.
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Do NOT carry out the operation represented by the symbol >.
This example means "Do not take apart".
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Symbols ● means you MUST perform this operation.
This example means "You must remove the wall plug".
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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WARNINGS:
Only connect the machine to the power source described on the inside front cover of this manual.
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Avoid multi-wiring.
Do not damage, break or make any modifications to the power cord. Do not place heavy objects on it, pull it hard or bend it more than necessary. These actions could cause an electric shock or fire.
Do not plug or unpl ug the power cord wi th your hands wet. Otherwise, an electric shock might occur.
Make sure the wall outlet is near the machine and freely accessible so that in event of an emergency it can be un­plugged eas ily.
Do not remove any covers or screws other than those specified in this manual. Some parts of the machine are at a high voltage and could give you an electric shock. When the machine needs to be checked, adjusted, or repaired, contact your service representative.
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Do not take apart or attempt any modifications to this ma­chine. There is a risk of fire, electric shock, explosion or loss of sight.
If the machine looks damaged or breaks down, smoke is coming out, there is a strange smell or anything looks un­usual, immediately turn off the main switch then unplug the power cord from the wall. Do not continue using the ma­chine in this condition. Contact your service representative.
If metal, liquid or foreign matter falls into the machine, turn off the main switch and unplug the main power cord. Con­tact your service representative. Do not keep using the ma­chine with a fault or defect.
Do not put any metal objects or containers holding water (e.g. vases, flowerpots, glasses) on the machine. If the contents fall inside the machine, a fire or el ectric shock coul d occur.
Do not incinerate used toner or toner containers. Toner dust might ignite when exposed to an open flame. Dispose
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CAUTIONS:
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of the used toner containers according to local regulations for plastics.
Keep the machine away from humidity and dust. A fire or an electric shock might occur.
Do not place the machine on an unstable or tilted surface. If it topples over, it could cause injury.
When you move the machine, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet to avoid fire or electric shock.
When the machine will not be used for a long time, unplug the power cord.
SAFETY INFORMATION
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When you pull out the plug from the socket, grip the plug to avoid damaging the cord and causing fire or electric shock.
If you use the machine in a confined space, make sure there is a continuous air turnover.
Do not use stapled paper. Do not use aluminum foil, carb­on-containing paper or other conductive paper. Otherwise, a fire might occur.
When removing misfed paper, do not touch the fusing sec­tion because it could be very hot.
This machine has been tested for safety using this sup­plier’s parts and consumable. We recommend you only use these specified supplies.
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

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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CAUTIONS:
Keep the machine away from humidity and dust. A fire or an elec­tric shock might occur.
Do not place the machine on an unstable or tilted surface. If it top­ples over, it could cause injury.
Temperature : 10 - 30°C (50 - 86°F)
Humidity: 15 - 90 %
A strong and level ba se.
The copier must be level within 5 mm (0.2") both front to rear and left to right.
To avoid a possible build- up of ozone, make sur e to locate this cop ier in a large
well ventilat ed ro om that has ai r turn over of more than 30 m
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/hr/person.
Environments To Avoid
Locations e xposed to di rect su nlight or s trong l ight ( more t han 1, 500 lux. )
Locations directly exposed to cool air from an air conditioner or heated air from a
heater. (Sud den temperature changes m ight cause condensat ion within the cop­ier.)
Places wh ere the copie r mig ht be su bjecte d to f requent stro ng vib ration.
Dusty areas.
Areas with corrosive gases.
This machine may need some adjustments, when it is used at altitudes higher
than 2,500 m (8,200 ft) ab ove se a leve l.
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Power Connection

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WARNINGS:
Only connect the machine to the power source described on the inside front cover of this manual.
Avoid multi-wiring.
Do not damage, break or make any modifi cations to the power cord. Do not place heavy objec ts on it, pull it har d or bend it more than necessary. These actions could cause an ele ctric shock or fire.
Do not plug or unplu g the power cord wit h your hands we t. Other­wise, an electric shock might occur.
Make sure the wall outlet is near the machine and freely accessi­ble so that in event of an emergency it can be unplugged easily.
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CAUTIONS:
When you move the machine, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet to avoid fire or electric shock.
When the machine will not be used for a long time, unplug the power cord.
When you pull out the plug from the socket, grip the plug to avoid damaging the cord and causing fire or electric shock.
When the main switch is in the Stand-by positions, the optional anti-condensation
heaters are on. In case of emergency, unplug the machine’s power cord. When you unp lug th e power cord, the a nti-con densat ion he aters t urn o ff.
Make sure t he plug is fir mly i nsert ed in the outl et.
Voltage mus t not fluctu ate more th an 10%.
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USE AND STORAGE OF SUPPLIES

Access To Copier

Place the copi er near the po wer sourc e, providin g clearan ce 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

Copy paper of the types or in the co nditio ns lis ted be low ar e not r ecomme nded
for this copier.
Folded, curled, creased, or damaged paper
Torn paper
Damp paper
Perforated pa per
Paper with conduc tive or low elec trical r esistance su ch as carbon or sliver
coating
Wavy paper
The followin g cann ot be us ed i n the pa per t ray. U se the bypas s feed entran ce.
One sheet sho uld be inser ted int o the bypass feed entranc e at o ne tim e.
Post cards
Translucent paper
OHP sheets
Adhesive labe ls
If multi-feeding occurs with recycled paper, fan the sheets, or feed them one at a
time using the bypass feed entrance. Do not touch copy paper if your fingers ar e wet or oily; fin ger prints may ap pear
on the copy.
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USE AND STORAGE OF SUPPLIES

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.
Avoid storing paper in humid areas. Under high temperature and high humidity
conditions, store pape r in a vinyl bag. Do not store paper where it will be exposed to heat.
Store on a flat surface.
Use older stock first.
Do not lay heavy ob jects on paper .
Keep open reams of paper in the package, and store as you would unopened
paper.

Toner Storage

Store horizontally in a cool, dark place.
Store toner cartridge flat.
Never store toner where it will be ex posed to hea t.
Do not lay heavy obje cts on toner car tridges.
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GUIDE TO COM PONENT S

GUIDE TO COMPONENTS

System Overview

The type 2 copier can be equipped with an optional document feeder as shown:
For more inf ormat ion ab out the docume nt fee der, se e page 21.
Regarding the difference between type 1 and 2 operation panels, see pages 4 ~
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Document Feeder (Type 2 only)
Copier
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GUIDE TO COM PONENT S

Copier

OPERATION PANEL
Operator controls and indica­tors are located here.
LEFT SCALE
Use to align origi­nals on the expo­sure glass.
EXPOSURE G LASS
Position originals here for copying.
PLATEN COVER
Lower this cover over originals before copying.
KEY COUNTER HOLDER
Insert the optional key counter here. Contact your service representative.
BYPASS FEED ENTRANCE
Use to feed pa-
BYPASS FEED GUIDES
Use to align paper in the by­pass feed entrance.
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per of a different size than the one already in the paper tray.
MAIN SWITCH
Switches the copier between on and stand-by conditions. (stand-by = optional anticondensation heaters on)
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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 COM PONENT S

Operation Panel

Type 1
Adding Toner
See page 18.
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 46.
Energy Saver Indicator
See page 9.
Manual Image Density Indicator
Shows the manually selected image density. If this indicator blinks, see page 46.
Manual Image Density Keys
Use to cancel the automatic image density mode and manually select the image density level.
Clearing Misfeeds
See page 34.
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 46.
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GUIDE TO COM PONENT S
Number Keys
Use to enter the desired num­ber of copies.
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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.
Start Key
Press to start copying. You can select the Auto Start mode. See page 11.
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GUIDE TO COM PONENT S
Type 2
Zoom Down Key
Press to reduce the reproduction ratio in 1% steps. See page 15.
Reduce/Enlarge Key
Press to make re­duced or enlarged copies. See page
14.
Zoom Up Key
Press to increase the reproduc­tion ratio in 1% steps. See page
15.
Magnification Ra­tio Indicator
Shows the selected reproduction ratio.
93%
82%
A4FB4A4 A4A3 A4 A5
71%
A5 A4 141% A4 B4 122%
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Manual Image Density Keys
Use to cancel the automatic image density mode and manually select the image density level.
Energy Saver Indicator
See page 9.
Adding Toner
See page 18.
Clearing Misfeeds
See page 34.
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Full Size Key
Press to make copies the same size as the originals. See page 10.
Manual Image Density Indica­tor
Shows the manually selected im­age density. If this indicator blinks, see page 46.
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GUIDE TO COM PONENT S
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
46.
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Auto Image Density Key
Press to select/cancel the automatic image den­sity mode.
Number Keys
Use to enter the desired num­ber of copies.
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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Start Key
Press to start copying. You can select the Auto Start mode. See page 11.
Auto Image Density Indicator
Lights when the copier is auto­matically controlling image den­sity. If this indicator blinks, see page 46.
Clear/Stop Key
Press to cancel the copy number entered. While copying, press to stop copying.
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Starting the Copier

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Turn on the main switch.
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Wait for the copier to warm up.
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During the warm-up period (ap­proximately 30 seconds), the Start indicator stays red.
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When the warm-up period is
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completed, the Start indicator turns green. The copier is ready to make copies.

COPYING

COPYING
On
Stand by
On
Stand by
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If the
Energy Saver
press any key exce pt the Opening the optional document
feeder, setting originals there, or in­serting the copy paper into the by­pass feed entrance will also make the copier ready.
At the end of the day, turn off the main switch.
indicator lights,
key.
Start
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On
Stand by
On
Stand by
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COPYING

Full Size Copying

Place the original
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the exposure glass, and lower the
face down
platen cover.
The original should be centered ac-
cording to the size marks on the left scale.
Narrow margins at the leading and
side edges of the original are not copied.
Set the image density level to
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match the type and quality of the original.
This is not necessary if Auto Image
Density indicator is on.
Enter the number of copies re-
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quired using the Number keys.
Up to 99 cop ies ca n be e ntered.
To change the number entered,
press the enter the new numb er.
Clear/Stop
key and then
on
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Press the Start key.
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If you press the
warm-up period, the red tor will blink, then the copi er will auto ­matically start copying after the warm-up period (Auto Start mode).
To stop the machine during a multi-
copy run, press the Press the
ing or press the again to clear the copy counter.
Start
Remove the copies from the copy
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tray and the original from the ex­posure glass.
key during the
Start
Start
Clear/Stop
key to resume copy-
Clear/Stop
indica-
key.
key
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COPYING
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COPYING

Bypass Feed Copying

Use the bypass feed entrance to copy onto paper of a different size than the one already in the paper tray.
One sheet should be inserted in to the bypas s feed entr ance at a time.
Bypass feed copying also may be used for OHP t ransparencie s, adhesive labe ls,
translucent paper, or post cards. When you copy onto OHP transparencies or post cards, remove copied sheet
one by one. When you copy onto OHP transpare ncies, inser t them with the co py side up.
Regarding the bypass feed copying with the optional document feeder, see page
27. Do not inser t the copy pap er into the bypass feed entrance befo re turning on the
main switch. If you do, J1 and the bypass feed entrance, then open the front cover and close it.
Place the original face down on
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the exposure glass, and lower the platen cover.
The original should be centered ac-
cording to the size marks on the left scale.
will light. In this case, take o ut the paper from
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Slide the bypass feed guides to
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the proper width.
Pull out the extender to support copy
paper larg er than B4, 8
12
" x 14".
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