Ricoh FT6645, FT6655 User Manual

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FT6645/6655

Operating

Instructions

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Notes:

The model names of the machines do not a pear in the following pages.

CfCheck the type of your machine before rea ing this manual.

(For details, see page 2.)

Type 1 = FT6645 Type 2 = FT6655

Certain types may not be available in some countries. For details, please contact

vour local dealer.

Note: Certain options ma not be available in some countries. For details, please

Jcontact your local eater.

Ricoh shall not be responsible for any damage or expense that may result from the use of parts other than genuine Ricoh parts in your Ricoh office product.

I For good copy quality, Ricoh recommends that you use genuine Ricoh toner.

~ower source: ‘lease make sure to connect the power cord to a power source as above. For details

about Dower cord. see Daae iv.

120V, 60 Hz, more than 20A

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

WARN/NG:

Cl Since some parts of the copier are supplied with high electrical voltage, touch only the parts

specified in this manual and the machine’s display.

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

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machine’s display.

IJ Do not incinerate toner or toner containers. Toner dust may ignite when exposed to open

flame. Cl Do not store toner where it will be exposed to heat. Cl Do not eat or swallow toner, and keep it out of reach of children. Cl The fusing unit maybe very hot. Be careful when handling it.

Caution:

~ While copying, do not turn off the main switch. Cl While copying, do not open the front doors.

U While copying, do not unplug the power cord. Cl Do not lay anything weighing more than 10 kg (22 lb) on the exposure glass. C’JKeep corrosive /iquids, such as acid, off the machine. Cl Do not allow paper clips, staples, or other small metallic objects to fall inside the machine.

SAFETY INFORMATION

General Safety Information

~ &lways turn the copier off when you have finished copying for the day, but leave it plugged

. D When the copier will not be used for a long period, disconnect the power cord. Cl If the copier must be transported by vehicle, please contact your service representative. 5 When the main switch is in the Stand-by position, the anticondensation heaters are on. In

case of emergency, unplug the machine’s power cord.

~ The main plug on this equipment must be used to disconnect main power.

Copier Environment

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Copier Environment

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

- Optimum environment conditions -

tJ Temperature: 10- 30”C (50 - 86°F) Cl Humidity: D A strong and level base. 0 The copier must be level within 5 mm (0.2”) both front to rear and left to right. D To avoid possible build-up of ozone, make sure to locate this copier in a large well ventilated

room which has air turnover of more than 30ms/hr/person.

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Environments To Avoid

D Locations exposed to direct sunlight or strong light (more than 1,500 Iux). D Locations directly exposed to cool air from an air conditioner or heated air from a

heater. (Sudden temperature changes may cause condensation within the copier.)

D Places where the copier may be subjected to frequent strong vibration. C!Dusty areas. ClAreas with corrosive gases. ~ Places higher than 2,000 m

(6,500 ft) above sea level.

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INSTALIJ4TION REQUIREMENTS

Power Connection

Avoid multiwiring.

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Cl Make sure that the wall outlet is near the copier and easily accessible. D Make sure the plug is firmly inserted in the outlet. ~ Voltage must not fluctuate more than 10YO. Cl Do not set anything on the power cord.

Access To Copier

IJ Place the copier near the power source, providing clearance as shown:

Power Connection

More than 10 cm

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More than 10cm *2

(3.9”)

●1 Ifthe optional 3,500-sheet large capacity tray is not installed, the distance between the wall and

the edge of the bypass feed tray must be more than 30 cm.

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STORAGE OF SUPPLIES

Storage Of Supplies

Paper Storage

Paper should always be stored properly, Improperly stored paper may result in poor image reproduction, creased copies, and paper misfeeds.

~ Avoid storing paper in humid areas. (Under high temperature and high humidity conditions,

store copy paper in a vinyl bag,)

Z1Do not store paper where it will be exposed to heat. U Store on a flat surface. 7 Use older stock first. ~ Do not lay heavy objects on paper. ~ Keep open reams of paper in the package, and store as you would unopened paper.

Toner Storage

~ Store in a cool, dark place. Cl Do not store toner where it will be exposed to heat.

~ DO not lay anything heavy on toner.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

GUIDE TO COMPONENTS

Copier Type . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Copier Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . .

System Overview . . . . . . . . . . .

Operation Panel

Key Tops . . . . . . . . . . .

Touch Panel Display . . . . .

WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS COPIER .

HOW TO SEE THE GUIDANCE DISPLAY

Seeking Guidance In Stand-by . . . .

Seeking Guidance While Entering Job Settings

CHANGING DEFAULT SETTINGS

User Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

How To Access The User Tools . . . . . . .

l. Autoreset/Auto off . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2. Select special tray . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3. Setdate/time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4. Weekly Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5. Set operation modes . . . . . . . . . . .

6. Change fixed R/E . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7. Set standard tray display . . . . . . . . . .

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12. Select ARDF/RDH modes . . . . . . . . .

8. Set User Code(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9. Check/Reset copy count . . . . . . . . . .

10. Reset data for User Codes . . . . . . . . .

11. Reset User Codes/Counters . . . . . . .

SETTING ORIGINALS IN THE DUAL JOB FEEDER

Recommended Originals . . . . . . . . . . .

Non-recommended Originals . . . . . . . . . .

Setting A Stack Of Originals . . . . . . . . . .

‘Automatic Document Feed (ADF) mode (1 Sided Originals mode)

Automatic Reverse Document Feed (ARDF) mode (2 Sided Originals mode)

Setting One Original At ATime . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...23

Semi-Automatic Document Feed (SADF) mode

Setting Different Sized Originals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...25

Mixed Sized mode

Setting A Pasted Original .,... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...27

Pasted Original mode

Presetting Originals During A Copy Run . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

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SEITING ORIGINALS IN THE RECIRCULATING DOCUMENT HANDLER

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Setting Originals . . . . . . . . . . .

SETTING ORIGINALS ON THE EXPOSURE

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Special Brig . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Preset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Program Key . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Interrupt Key . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Auto Start Mode . . . . . . . . . . .

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Reduce/Enlarge . . . . . . . . . . .

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Duplex/Series Copies (Series Duplex) Duplex/Series Copies (Series Copies) Duplex/Series Copies (Combine) . .

Edit Image(Editing/Centering) . . . .

Edit Image (Margin Adj.) . . . . . .

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1,500-sheet Large Capacity Tray . .

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Optional 3,500-sheet Large Capacity Tray

Bypass Feed Tray . . . . . . . . . . .

CHANGING PAPER SIZE . . . . . . . . . . .

WHAT TO DO WHEN THINGS GO WRONG . .

USER REMARKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

DO’SAND DONUTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

DAILY MAINTENANCE

Copier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Dual Job Feeder . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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SPECIFICATIONS

Copier . . . . . . . . .

Dual Job Feeder . . . .

Compact Sorter Stapler .

Floor Type Sorter Stapler

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Finisher . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3,500-sheet Large Capacity Tray

COMBINATION CHART . . . . . . . . .

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INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Before reading this Operating Instructions, please refer to pages 2-5 to know which type

of copier and system you have.

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GUIDE TO COMPONENTS

Copier Type

There are two types of copier.

Copier Type

GUIDE TO COMPONENTS

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Copier Exterior

GUIDE TO COMPONENTS

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MAIN SWITCH Switches the copier between ON and

STAND-BY.

“FOR TYPE 1

550-SHEET PAPER TRAYS

These trays can hold 550 sheets of copy paper each.

BYPASS FEED TRAY

Up to 50 sheets of paper (80 g/rep, 20 lb) can be loaded at one time. You can use this tray for the Cover/Slip Sheet mode.

Also, use this table when

copying onto adhesive labels.

*FOR TYPE 2

55CKWEET PAPER TRAY

This tray can sheets of paper.

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7,500-SHEET

This tray can hold 1,500 sheets of paper.

LARGE CAPACITY TRAY

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System Overview

System A

(Copier type 1 with dual job feeder and compact sorter stapler)

Dual job feeder

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Compact sorter stapler—

3,500-sheet

large capacity

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System B

(Copier type 1, or 2 with dual job feeder and floor type sorter stapler) “Illustration shows type 2.

Dual job feeder

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large capacity tray

System C

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GUIDE TO COMPONENTS

Operation Panel

Key Tops

GUIDANCE KEY

Press to see guidance for functions. > See page 12.

CONTRAST DIAL

You can change the brightness of the display.

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INTERRUPT KEY

Press to make interrupt copies

during a copy run. Z- See page 42.

TOUCH PANEL DISPLAY ~ See next page.

Operation Panel

ENTER KEY Use to enter data in

selected modes.

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PROGRAM ~EY

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program mode,

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NUMBER KEYS

Use to enter the desired number of

copies. They are also used to enter data for selected modes.

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~ START KEY

Press to start copying. You can select the Auto Start

~ See page 42.

CLEAR/STOP KEY

Press to cancel the copy number entered. While copying, press to stop copying. This key is also used to clear data for selected modes.

CLEAR MODES/TIMER KEY Press to clear the copier of previously entered settings and modes. operate the copier after it has been turned off by the weekly timer (page 16, User Tool 4) or the auto off function (page 15, User Tool 1).

This key is also used to

mode.

Touch Panel Display

Initial Display

System A and B

GUIDE TO COMPONENTS

System C

COPY

OPERATION SCREENS

COPY COUNTER

COUNTER

Indicates the number of copies.

BASIC FUNCTIONS AND KEY TOPS x See page 35.

S See page 43.

Indicates the number of copies.

BASIC FUNCTIONS AND KEY TOPS ~ See

page 35.

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OPERATION SCREENS

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Keys that have the option of being selected.

Keys that have been selected.

Keys that have no option to select.

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WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS COPIER

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HOW TO SEE THE GUIDANCE DISPLAY

Seeking Guidance In Stand-by

HOW TO SEE THE GUIDANCE DISPLAY

Press the Guidance key when you want to know detailed information about functions you use. You can use this key in stand-by or when entering the settings for a copy job.

Seeking Guidance In Stand-by

1. Press the Clear Modes key and the Guidance key,

2. Touch the key you want to know about on the touch panel display.

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for systems A and B.

3. For example, if you want to know about “Key Layout”, touch the Key Layout

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Seeking Guidance While Entering Job Settings

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TO SEE THE GUIDANCE DISPLAY

Seeking Guidance While Entering

1. Press the Guidance key.

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have selected just before will be displayed on the touch panel display. For example, if you have selected the Staple mode, the guidance appears as shown at right.

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CHANGING DEFAULT SE7TINGS User Tools

CHANGING DEFAULT SETTINGS

Recommended Originals

For this dual job feeder, the following types of originals can be used.

JOB FEEDER

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SEITING ORIGINALS IN THE DUAL JOB FEEDER

Non-recommended Oriqinals

Non-recommended Originals

Caution: The following types of originals are not recommended for use with the dual job

feeder. Please place them directly on the exposure glass.

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