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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Read this manual carefully before you use this product a nd k eep it hand y f or fut ure
reference.
For safety, please follow the instructions in this manual.
Introduction
This manual contains detailed instructions on th e operation a nd maintena nce of this mach ine. To get
maximum versatility from this machine all operators sho uld carefu lly read and fo llow the inst ruction s in
this manual. Please keep this manual in a handy place near the machine.
Please read the Safety Information before u sing this machin e. It contain s important info rmation relate d
to USER SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS.
Notes:
Some illustrations may be slightly different from your machine.
Certain options may not be available in some cou ntries. For details, please contact your local dealer.
Two kinds of size notation are employed in this manual. With this machine refer to the metric version.
For good copy quality, Ricoh recommends that you us e genuine Ricoh toner.
Ricoh shall not be responsible for any damage or expense that might result from the use of parts other
than genuine Ricoh parts in your Ricoh office product.
Power Source
220/230V, 50/60Hz, 8A or more
Please be sure to connect the power cord to a power source as above. For details about power source,
see ⇒ P.73 “Power Connection”.
Declaration of Conformity
“The Product complies with the requirements of the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and the Low Voltage
Directive 73/23/EEC.”
In accordance with IEC 60417, this machine uses the following symbols for the main power switch.
a means POWER ON.
cccc means STAND BY.
Copyright © 1999 Ricoh Co., Ltd.
RICOH COMPANY, LTD.
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Telephone: Tokyo 3479-3111
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U.S.A.
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FT4618 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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SAFETY INFORMATION
SAFETY INFORMATION
When using your machine, the following safety precautions should always
be followed.
Safety During Operation
In this manual, the following important symbols are used:
WARNING:
R
R
CAUTION:
Ignoring this warning could cause serious injury
or even death.
Ignoring this caution could cause injury or dama ge
to property.
Examples Of Indications
Symbols R means a situation that requires you tak e care.
R
Symbols v means ‘‘Hot surface’’.
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Do NOT carry out the operation represented by the symbol m.
q
This example means ‘‘Do not take apart’’ .
Symbols l means you MUST perform this operation.
r
This example means ‘‘You must remove the wall plug’’.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
R WARNINGS:
•••• Only connect the machine to the power source described on
the inside front cover of this manual.
m
Do not place heavy objects on it, pull it hard or bend it more than n ec es sa r y.
o
q
r
•••• Avoid multi-wiring
•••• Do not damage, break or make any modifications to the power cord.
These actions could cause an electric shock or fire.
•••• Do not plug or unplug th e pow er cord wit h you r hands wet.
Otherwise, an electric shock might occur.
•••• Make sure the w all outlet is near the machine and freely accessible
so that in event of an emergency it can be unplugged easily.
•••• Do not remove any covers or screws other than those specified in
this manual. Some parts of the machine are at a high v oltage and
could give you an electric shock. When the machine needs to be
checked, adjusted, or repaired, contact your service representative.
•••• Do not take apart or attempt any modifications to this machine. There
is a risk of fire, electric shock, explosion or loss of sight.
•••• I f the machine looks dama ged or breaks down, sm oke is com ing
out, there is a strange smell or anything look s unusual, imm edi ately turn off the main switch then unplug the power cord from
the wall. Do not continue using the machi ne 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.
Contac t your service representa tive. Do not keep usi ng the ma chine with a fault or defect.
m
s
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•••• 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 electric s hock could occ ur.
•••• Do not incinerate used toner or toner containers. Toner dust might
ignite when exposed to an open flame. D ispose of the us ed toner
containers according to local regulations for pla stics.
SAFETY INFORMATION
R CAUTIONS:
•••• Keep the machine away from humidity and dust. A fire or an
electric shock might occur.
m
o
o
•••• When the machine will not be used for a long time, unplug
r
•••• Do not place the machine on an unstable or tilted surface.
If it topples over, it could cause injury.
•••• After you move the machine, fix it with the caster fixture.
Otherwise, the machine might move or come down to cause
a personal injury.
•••• Before moving the machine, be sure to pull all four handles
fully out. Not doing this may result in an injury, such as
getting your fingers pinched. After moving the machine,
return the four handles to their original positions.
•••• When you move the machine, unplug the power cord from
the wall outlet to avoid fire or electric shock.
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.
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o
m
n
•••• If you use the machine in a confined space, make sure there
is a continuous air turnover.
•••• Do not reuse stapled paper. Do not use aluminum foil, car bon-contain ing paper or ot her conducti ve paper. Otherwise,
a fire might occur.
•••• When removing misfed paper, do not touch the fusing section
because it could be very hot.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
•••• This machine has been tested for sa fety using this suppl ier’s
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parts and consumables. We recomm end you only use thes e
specified supplies.
•••• Do not eat or swallow toner.
•••• Keep toner(used or unused) and toner containers out of
reach of children.
•••• This equipment is only to be installed by a qualified service
personnel.
•••• Deliver to collection point for waste products. Do not be
disposed of via domestic refuse collection.
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ENERGY STAR PROGRAM
ENERGY STAR PROGRAM
As an ENERGY STAR Partner, we have determined
that this machine model meets the ENERGY STAR
Guidelines for energy efficiency.
The ENERGY STAR Guidelines intend to established an international energy-saving
system for developing and introducing energy-efficient office equipment to deal with
environment issues, such as global warming.
When a product meets the ENERGY STAR Guidelines for energy efficiency, the Partner
shall place the ENERGY STAR logo onto the machine model.
This products was designed to reduce the environment impact associated with office
equipment by means of energy-saving features, such as Low-power Mode.
• Low-power Mode
This product automatically lowers its power consumption 1 minute after the
last copying job has been completed. To exit Low-power mode, press the
Clear Modes/Energy Saver key. For how to change settings, ☛ see page
61.
• Auto Off Mode
To conserve energy, this copier automatically turns off 30 minutes after the
last copying job has been completed. To exit the Auto Off Mode, turn on the
main switch. For how to change the default interval before entering Auto Off
mode, ☛ see page 61.
Specification
Low-power Mode Power consumption about 0.12 kW
Default inte rval 1 min.
Recovery time 10 sec.
Auto Off Mode Power consumption 0 W *1
Default inter val 30 min.
*1 Based on Energy Star measurements.
Recycled paper
Please contact your sales or service representative for recommended recycled paper types that may be used in this machine.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS COPIER.................................................x
WHERE IT IS & WHAT IT IS ........................................................................2
COPIER EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR ....................................................... 2
OPERATION PANEL ..................................................................................4
BASICS
STARTING THE COPIER ............................................................................10
When The Main Switch Is In The Stand-by Posi tion .................................. 10
When The Energy Saver Indicator Is On .................................................... 11
COPY PAPER AND TONER
COPY PAPER .............................................................................................. 14
Available Paper Sizes..................................................................................14
Non-recommended Copy Paper.................................................................. 14
Notes For Copy Paper................................................................................. 15
Paper Storage.............................................................................................. 15
TONER ........................................................................................................... 16
Notes For Toner .......................................................................................... 16
Toner Storage .............................................................................................. 16
ORIGINALS
RECOMMENDED ORIGINALS AND NON-RECOMMENDED ORIGINALS .....18
Recommended Originals.............................................................................18
Non-recommended Originals For The Optional Document Feeder ............ 18
SETTING ORIGINALS ON THE EXPOSURE GLASS................................. 19
SETTING ORIGINALS IN THE OPTIONAL DOCUMENT FEEDER .......... 20
Setting A Stack Of Originals........................................................................ 20
Setting One Original At A Time ................................................................ 22
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COPYING
BASIC COPYING ..........................................................................................26
BASIC FUNCTIONS .....................................................................................28
Adjusting Copy Image Density ....................................................................28
Photo Mode..................................................................................................29
Copying From The Bypass Feed Table ......................................................30
Entering Copy Job Settings During The Warm-up Period (Auto Start) ......33
REDUCING AND ENLARGING ..................................................................34
Reducing And Enlarging Using Preset Ratios (Preset R/E) ........................34
Reducing And Enlarging In 1% Steps (Zoom) ............................................35
MAKING TWO-SHEETS COPIES FROM BOOK ORIGINALS
(SERIES COPIES) .........................................................................................36
FINISHING (OPTION)....................................................................................38
Sorting Into Sets (123, 123, 123) (Sort) ...................................................38
Stacking Together All Copies Of A Page (111, 222, 333) (Stack) ..........40
COPYING WITH USER CODES................................................................... 42
SAVING ENERGY ........................................................................................43
COMBINATION CHART................................................................................44
WHAT TO DO IF SOMETHING GOES WRONG
IF YOUR COPIER DOES NOT OPERATE AS YOU WANT .......................46
IF YOU CANNOT MAKE COPIES AS YOU WANT .................................... 48
LOADING PAPER......................................................................................... 49
Loading Paper In The Paper Tray ...............................................................49
ADDING TONER ...........................................................................................50
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CLEARING MISFEEDS ................................................................................51
Check The Misfeed Location Display.......................................................... 51
When A,B Or C Is Lit...................................................................................52
When R Is Lit ............................................................................................... 52
When P Is Lit ............................................................................................... 53
CHANGING THE COPIER’S SETTINGS
CHANGING PAPER SIZE ............................................................................56
How To Change The Paper Size Of Paper Tray ........................................ 56
USER TOOLS ................................................................................................ 58
How To Access User Tools ........................................................................58
How To Change Adjustment Values Or Modes .......................................... 59
User Tool Menu ........................................................................................... 60
SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SETTINGS ..................................................68
MAINTAINING YOUR COPIER
DO’S AND DON’TS
WHERE TO PUT YOUR COPIER
REMARKS
MAINTAINING YOUR COPIER.....................................................................70
Copier .......................................................................................................... 70
Document Feeder (Option) .......................................................................... 71
WHERE TO PUT YOUR COPIER .................................................................72
Copier Environment ..................................................................................... 72
Power Connection ......................................................................................73
Access To Copier........................................................................................74
DO’S AND DON’TS.......................................................................................75
Copier .......................................................................................................... 75
Document Feeder (Option) .......................................................................... 75
10-bin Sorter (Option).................................................................................. 75
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REMARKS.....................................................................................................76
Copier...........................................................................................................76
10-bin Sorter (Option)...................................................................................76
SPECIFICATIONS
COPIER .........................................................................................................78
DOCUMENT FEEDER (OPTION).................................................................81
10-BIN SORTER (OPTION)..........................................................................82
INDEX
INDEX ............................................................................................................84
TROUBLESHOOTING...................................................................................86
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WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS COPIER
WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS COPIER
Sorting into sets (123, 123, 123)
☛ See pages 38 ~ 39.
Stacking together all copies of a page (111, 222, 333)
☛ See pages 40 ~ 41.
Making one-sided copies from facing pages
☛ See pages 36 ~ 37.
Reducing and enlarging in 1% steps
☛ See page 35.
x
The bypass feed table is
open. You can copy from it.
☛ See pages 30 ~ 32. ☛ See page 29.
Copying photographic
originals.
Reducing using preset ratios
Enlarging using preset ratios
☛ See page 34.☛ See page 34.
❐ Make enlarge d copies of th is facing pa ges and stic k them on the wal l.
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WHERE IT IS & WHAT IT IS
WHERE IT IS & WHAT IT IS
COPIER EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR
1
2
3
4
5
10
6
7
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9
11
12
14
13
15
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WHERE IT IS & WHAT IT IS
1. Left scale Use to align originals on the exposure glass.
2. Main switch Switches the copier between on and stand-by
conditions. ("stand-by" means that the optional
anticondensation heater is on.)
3. Copy tray Completed copies are delivered here.
4. Paper tray1 This tray can hold 250 sheets of copy paper.
5. Paper tray2 This tray can hold 250 sheets of copy paper.
6. Platen cover
Lower this cover over originals for copying.
7. Exposure glass Position originals here face down for copying.
8. Operation panel Operator controls and indicators are located here.
9. Front cover Open to access the inside of the copier.
10. 10-bin sorter (Option) Completed copies are sorted or stacked here.
11. Document feeder
(Option)
Insert a stack of originals here. The originals are
individually fed onto and removed from the exposure glass.
12. Bypass feed table Use to copy onto paper of unusual size or
weight, or color paper.
13. Right Side Cover Open to remove misfed papers.
14. Toner Bottle
15. Fusing Unit
Replace the toner bottle when the f
indicator is lit.
Fuses the copy image to the paper. When accessing the inside of the copier, use caution.
This unit may be very hot.
Add Toner
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WHERE IT IS & WHAT IT IS
OPERATION PANEL
Keys
1
2
3
4
1. Sorter key
☛ See pages 38 ~ 41
2. Series Copi es key
☛ See page 36
3. Zoom Up key
Enlarges in 1% steps. ☛ See
page 35.
(option)
4. Zoom Down key
Reduces in 1% steps. ☛ See
page 35.
5. Reduce and Enlarge keys
☛ See page 34.
6. Full Size key
☛ See page 26.
4
5
6
8
7
7. Select Paper Tray key
Press to select a tray for the
paper feed. ☛ See page 26 .
8. Photo Mode key
☛ See page 29.
9. Lighter and Dark er ke ys
☛ See page 28.
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WHERE IT IS & WHAT IT IS
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10. Auto Image Density key
☛ See page 28.
11. Number keys
Use to enter the desired number of copies. They are also
used to enter data.
12. Clear/Stop key
Press to cancel the copy
number entered. While copying, press to stop copying.
This key is also used to clear
data.
13. Start key
Press to start copying. Use to
set the Auto Start.
page 33.
☛ See
11
12
13
14. Clear Modes/Energy Saver
key
Press to clear the copier of
previously entered settings.
Press this key for more than 1
second to enter/exit the
Energy Saver mode.
pages 11 and 43.
☛
See
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5
WHERE IT IS & WHAT IT IS
Indicators
6
WHERE IT IS & WHAT IT IS
1. Stack indicator (option)
☛ See page 40.
2. Sort indicator (option)
☛ See page 38.
Reduce and Enlarge indicator
3.
☛ See page 34.
4. Bypass Feed indicator
☛ See page 30.
5. Check Paper Size indicator
☛ See pages 47.
6. Add Toner indicator
When it is time to supply toner, it
blink s. When toner bottle is empty, it
is lit.☛ See pages 51.
10. Wait indicators
It is lit during the warm-up period.
☛ See page 10.
11. Copy Counter
Indicates the number of copies.
12. Auto Image Density ind icator
☛ See page 28.
13. Manual Image Density indicator
☛ See page 28.
14. Paper Size indicator
Show the selected paper
tray, paper size or direction.
15. Photo Mode indicator
☛ See page 29.
7. Check Paper Path indicator
If a paper misfeed occurs, it is lit.
☛ See pages 52 ~ 54.
8. Misfeed Locat ion dis play
It shows the location of misfed
paper . ☛ See pages 52 ~ 54.
9. Ready indicator
When you can make copy, it is lit.
☛ See page 10.
16. Three Digit indicator
Data display.
17. Series copies indicator
☛ See page 36.
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WHERE IT IS & WHAT IT IS
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BASICS
STARTING THE COPIER .........................................................................................10
When The Main Switch Is In The Stand-by Position...................................................................... 10
When The Energy Saver Indicator Is On .......................................................................................11
BASICS
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STARTING THE COPIER
STARTING THE COPIER
When The Main Switch Is In The Stand-by Position
Turn on the main switch.
1
Wait for the copier to warm-up.
2
During the warm-up period (less
u
than 45 seconds), the
indicator is on.
Wait
After warm-up, the
3
cator lights.
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Ready indi-
When The Energy Saver Indicator Is On
The copier is in Energy Saver
mode.
Press the Clear Modes/Energy
Saver key to return to the ready
condition.
For details about the Energy Saver,
❐
see page 43.
☛
The followi ng act ions w ill a lso r eturn the
❐
copier to the ready condition:
Opening or closing th e optional document fe eder.
•
Settin g origina ls in the opti onal doc ument feed er.
•
Setting copy paper in the bypass feed table.
•
Pressin g any key exce pt the
•
Start
key.
STARTING THE COPIER
BASICS
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STARTING THE COPIER
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COPY PAPER AND
TONER
COPY PAPER.........................................................................................................14
Available Paper Sizes ......................................................................................................................14
Non-recommended Copy Paper.................................................................................................. 14
Notes For Copy Paper..................................................................................................................... 15
Paper Storage .................................................................................................................................. 15
TONER..................................................................................................................... 16
Notes For Toner................................................................................................................................. 16
Toner Storage ................................................................................................................................... 16
COPY PAPER AND TONER
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COPY PAPER
COPY PAPER
Available Paper Sizes
Metric Version Inch Version
Paper tray
Bypass fe ed tabl e Standard s izes
;, A4 ;
A3
B5
A3 ;, A4 ;:, A5 :;, A6 ; , B4 ;, B5 ;:, B6 ;, F ;,
11" x 17" ;, 8
Non-standard sizes
Vertical 45 mm ~ 308 mm, 1.8" ~ 12"
Horizontal 148 mm ~ 432mm, 5.8" ~ 16.8"
;
, F ;
:
A5 :, B4 ;
:,
" x 11" ;:, 8
1/2
Non-recommended Copy Paper
Copy paper of the types or in the conditions listed below are not recommended for this copier.
Copy paper thicker than 90 g/m
•
Copy paper thinner than 64 g/m
•
Copy paper thicker than 157 g/m
•
Copy paper thinner than 52 g/m
•
Folded, curled, creased, or damaged paper
•
Torn paper
•
Damp paper
•
Perforated paper
•
Paper with conductive or low electrical resistance such as carbon or
•
silver coating.
Wavy paper
•
Thermal paper, art paper
•
Thin paper that has low stiffness
•
Adhesive labels
•
Stapled paper
•
2
, 24 lb. (Paper tray)
2
, 17 lb. (Paper tray)
2
, 42 lb. (Bypass feed table)
2
, 14 lb.(Bypass feed table)
11" x 17" ;, 8
,
8
" x 14" ;
1/2
" x 14" ;, 5
1/2
" x 11" ; :,
1/2
" x 8
1/2
1/2
" ;
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Notes For Copy Paper
COPY PAPER
❐ Load paper wit h the copy side
up
in the bypass feed tabl e. If copi es are cur led, try tur ning the co py paper ov er
down
in the paper tray, and with the copy side
in the tra y or table. If t here is no improv ement, change to copy paper with l ess
curl.
❐ Correct curls in copy paper before loading.
❐ Fan copy paper to get air between the sheets before loading.
❐ OHP transparencies, translucent paper, and adhesive labels should be set in
the bypass feed table.
❐ OHP transpare ncies, translucent paper, and adhesive labe ls should be fanned
to get air betwee n the sheets before loadi ng.
❐ Do not touc h copy pap er if your fingers are wet or o ily; fing er prin ts may app ear
on the copy.
❐ When making two-sided copies, do not load paper in the paper tray for copying
the reverse side. Use the by pass fee d tabl e.
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,
or low temperature and low humidity conditions, store paper 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.
COPY PAPER AND TONER
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TONER
Note: If you want to add toner, ☛ see page 50
Notes For Toner
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WARNING
•••• Do not incinerate used toner or toner containers. Toner dust might
s
R
CAUTION
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R
CAUTION
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ignite when exposed to an open flame. D ispose of the us ed toner
containers according to local regulations for pla stics.
•••• Do not eat or swallow toner.
•••• Keep toner (used or unused) and toner containers out of
reach of children.
•••• This machine has been tested for sa fety using this suppl iers
parts and consumables. We recomm end you only use thes e
specified supplies.
TONER
If you use toner oth er than tha t recomme nded, a fault mi ght occur .
❐
When adding toner, do not turn off the main switch. If you do, your copy set-
❐
tings are cleare d.
Toner Storage
Store toner bo ttles in a cool, dry place fr ee from dir ect sunlig ht.
❐
Never store to ner where i t will be expos ed to heat.
❐
Do not lay heavy objects on toner bottles.
❐
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