Read this manual carefully before you use this product and keep it handy for future
reference.
For safety, please follow the instructions in this manual.
Introduction
This manual contains detailed instructions on the operation and maintenance of this machine. To get
maximum versatility from this machine 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 Safety Information before using this machine. It contains important information related
to USER SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS.
Power Source
120 V, 60 Hz, 10 A or more
Please be sure to connect the power cable to a power source as above.
Operator Safety:
This machine is considered a CDRH class I laser device, safe for office/ EDP use. The machine contains 7 milliwatt, 645 - 660 nanometer wavelength, AlGaInp Laser Diode. Direct (or indirect reflected)
eye contact with the laser beam might cause serious eye damage. Safety precautions and interlock
mechanisms have been designed to prevent any possible laser beam exposure to the operator.
Laser Safety:
The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) prohibits the repair of laser-based optical unit
in the field. The optical housing unit can only be repaired in a factory or at a location with the requisite
equipment. The laser subsystem is replaceable in the field by a qualified Customer Engineer. The laser
chassis is not repairable in the field. Customer engineers are therefore directed to return all chassis
and laser subsystems to the factory or service depot when replacement or the optical subsystem is required.
Important
Parts of this manual are subject to change without prior notice. In no event will the company be liable
for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages as a result of handling or operating
the machine.
Caution:
Use of controls or adjustment or performance of procedures other than those specified in this manual
might result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Do not attempt any maintenance or troubleshooting other than that mentioned in this manual. This
printer contains a laser beam generator and direct exposure to laser beams can cause permanent eye
damage.
Two kinds of size notation are employed in this manual. With this machine refer to the inch version.
For good copy quality, the supplier recommends that you use genuine toner from the supplier.
The supplier shall not be responsible for any damage or expense that might result from the use of parts
other than genuine parts from the supplier with your office products.
Trademarks
Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
IPS-PRINT Printer Language Emulation Copyright 1999-2000, XIONICS DOCUMENT TECHNOLOGIES, INC., All Rights Reserved.
Ethernet is a registered trademark of Xerox Corporation.
Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and might
be trademarks of their respective companies. We disclaim any and all rights involved with those marks.
Notes:
Some illustrations might be slightly different from your machine.
Certain options might not be available in some countries. For details, please contact your local dealer.
Note
The proper names of the Windows operating systems are as follows:
•Microsoft
•Microsoft
•Microsoft
•Microsoft
•Microsoft
•Microsoft
•Microsoft
®
Windows® 95 operating system
®
Windows® 98 operating system
®
Windows® Millennium Edition (Windows Me)
®
Windows® 2000 Professional
®
Windows® 2000 Server
®
Windows NT® Server operating system Version 4.0
®
Windows NT® Workstation operating system Version 4.0
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Safety Information
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When using your equipment, the following safety precautions should always be
followed.
Safety During Operation
In this manual, the following important symbols are used:
WARNING:
CAUTION:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions
are not followed, could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not
followed, may result in minor or moderate injury or damage to property.
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•Connect the power cable directly into a wall outlet and never use an
extension cable.
•Confirm that the wall outlet is near the machine and freely accessible,
so that in event of an emergency, it can be unplugged easily.
•Disconnect the power plug (by pulling the plug, not the cable) if the
power cable or plug becomes frayed or damaged.
•To avoid hazardous electric shock or laser radiation exposure, do not
remove any covers or screws other than those specified in this manual.
•Turn off the power and disconnect the power plug (by pulling the
plug, not the cable) if any of the following conditions exist:
•You spill something into the equipment.
•You suspect that your equipment needs service or repair.
•Your equipment's cover has been damaged.
•Do not incinerate spilled toner or used toner. Toner dust is flammable
and might ignite when exposed to an open flame.
•Disposal should take place at an authorized dealer or appropriate collection site.
•If you dispose of the used toner containers yourself, dispose of them
according to local regulations.
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•Protect the equipment from dampness or wet weather, such as rain, snow,
and so on.
•Unplug the power cable from the wall outlet before you move the equipment. While moving the equipment, you should take care that the power cable will not be damaged under the equipment.
•When you disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet, always pull the
plug (not the cable).
•Do not allow paper clips, staples, or other small metallic objects to fall inside the equipment.
•Do not eat or swallow toner.
•Keep toner (used or unused) and toner cartridge out of reach of children.
•For environmental reasons, do not dispose of the equipment or expended
supplies at a household waste collection point. Disposal should take place
at an authorized dealer or an appropriate collection site.
•Our products are engineered to meet the highest standards of quality and
functionality. When purchasing expendable supplies, we recommend using
only those specified by an authorized dealer.
•The inside of the machine becomes very hot. Do not touch the parts with a
label indicating a “hot surface”. Touching a “hot surface” could result in a
burn. (
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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 establish an international energy-saving system for
developing and introducing energy-efficient office equipment to deal with environmental 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 product was designed to reduce the environmental impact associated with office equipment by means of energy-saving features, such as Low-power mode.
❖❖❖❖ Low-power Mode (Energy Saver mode)
This printer automatically lowers its power consumption 60 minutes after the
last operation has been completed. To exit Low-power (Energy Saver) mode,
press any key on the operation panel. For details about how to configure Energy Saver mode, see “Making Printer Settings with the Operation Panel” in Administrator Reference 2 as a PDF file on the CD-ROM.
❖❖❖❖ Specifications
Energy Saver modePower Consumption45 W or less
Default Time60 minutes
Recovery Time120 seconds or less
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How to Read This Manual
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Symbols
In this manual, the following symbols are used:
WARNING:
This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions
are not followed, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION:
This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions
are not followed, may result in minor or moderate injury or damage to property.
* The statements above are notes for your safety.
Important
If this instruction is not followed, paper might be misfed, or data might be lost.
Be sure to read this.
Preparation
This symbol indicates the prior knowledge or preparations required before operating.
Note
This symbol indicates precautions for operation, or actions to take after misoperation.
Limitation
This symbol indicates numerical limits, functions that cannot be used together,
or conditions in which a particular function cannot be used.
Reference
This symbol indicates a reference.
[]
Keys that appear on the machine's panel display.
Keys and buttons that appear on the computer's display.
{}
Keys built into the machine's operation panel.
Keys on the computer's keyboard.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.Getting Started
Features of this Printer ............................................................................. 1
Guide to the Printer................................................................................... 2
Exterior: Front View....................................................................................... 2
This printer comes with a four-tandem engine which enables the high performance output of 28 ppm (pages per minute) in full color. You can print conference records, sales promotion ads, etc. in full color, as you would do with
a monochrome printer. And because the first print speed is less than 9.0 seconds, you will feel the difference in speed not only from multiple prints, but
even from the first. The printer's monochrome speed of 38 ppm is equivalent
to that of a high-speed monochrome laser printer, enabling you to use this
printer as your high performance network printer for both color and monochrome printing.
❖❖❖❖ High Image Quality Output in True 1200 dpi
True 1200 dpi resolution makes it possible for this printer to output text documents, documents containing images that are read in with a digital camera
or scanner, and graphics in fine detail. This high resolution can be output at
the speed of 14 ppm.
❖❖❖❖ Versatile Options with the New Generation Controller
With the new high-speed, 64-bit controller architecture and the new RPCS
command system, optimized for Windows software, this printer can output
at top speed. You can also use "Locked Print
*1
", where the printer does not
output unless a password is entered, or manage the number of printings and
limit the number of use per user
*2
. This printer answers the controller's
needs that only a color printer can do.
*1
Optional Printer Hard Disk is required.
*2
Optional User Account Enhance Unit is required.
❖❖❖❖ First-of-its-Class Finisher
The first-of-its-class Finisher
and electronic sort printing
*1
is not only compatible with Duplex Print
*3
, but also corresponds to post process printing.
High-speed Duplex Print, stapling, punching, etc. can be done with one command for the required number of pages in the appropriate form. The work
flow of color documents up until now can be vastly improved.
*1
Optional 2 Tray Finisher is required.
*2
Optional Duplex Unit is required.
*3
Optional Memory Unit and Printer Hard Disk are required.
*2
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Getting Started
Guide to the Printer
1
Exterior: Front View
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
1. Upper Cover
Remove to install the optional 4-bin Mailbox.
2. Operation Panel
Contains keys for printer operation and a
panel display that shows the printer status.
⇒ P.5 “Operation Panel”
3. Front Cover
Open this cover when replacing the
Waste Toner Bottle, Development Unit or
Photoconductor Unit. A screwdriver is
attached to the front cover.
4. Power Switch
Use this switch to turn the power on and off.
5. Tray 1
Loads up to 500 sheets of plain paper in
this tray for printing. Exclusive for 11" ×
1
/2"K paper.
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6. Tray 2
Loads up to 500 sheets of plain paper in
this tray for printing.
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7. Standard Tray
Output is stacked here with the print side
down.
8. Upper Right Cover
Open this cover to replace toner cartridge.
9. Ventilator
This hole helps to keep components inside the printer from overheating. Do not
block or obstruct the ventilator. A malfunction may occur due to overheating.
10. Controller Board
Slide out to install options, such as memory units and interface unit.
11. Parallel Port
Use a parallel cable to connect the printer
to the host computer.
12. Ethernet Port
Use an network interface cable to connect
the printer to the network.
Guide to the Printer
13. Bypass Tray Extension
Pull out this extension to load paper in
the bypass tray when its length is longer
than A4 L.
14. Bypass Tray
Use to print on thick paper, OHP transparencies, custom size paper, as well as
plain paper. Up to 100 sheets of plain paper can be loaded.
Exterior: Rear View
1
2
3
15. Ventilator
This hole helps to keep components inside the printer from overheating. Do not
block or obstruct the opening. A malfunction may occur due to overheating.
1
16. Right Cover
Open this cover to remove misfed paper.
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7
4
5
1. Ventilator and Dustproof Filter
This hole helps to keep components inside the printer from overheating. Do not
block or obstruct the ventilator. A malfunction may occur due to overheating.
Remove the ventilator to replace the internal dustproof filter.
2. Connector
Connect the main power cable, cables
from options, etc. to the appropriate port.
3. Duplex Unit Port
Connect the cable for the Duplex Reversal Unit to this port.
4. 4-bin Mailbox/2 Tray Finisher
Port
Connect the cable for the 4-bin Mailbox
or the 2 Tray Finisher to this port.
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5. Power Port
Connect the power cable to this port and
the other cable end to the wall outlet.
6. Upper Left Cover
Open this cover to remove misfed paper
or when replacing the Fusing Unit.
7. External Tray
Printed output is stacked here with the
print side up.
8. Ventilators
These holes help to keep components inside the printer from overheating. Do not
block or obstruct the ventilators. A malfunction may occur due to overheating.
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Getting Started
Inside
1
1
2
3
1. Fusing Unit
Fuses the image on paper.
When "Replace Fusing Unit (Type C)" ap-
pears on the panel display, replace this
unit.
2. Fuser Oil Unit
Attach to the Fusing Unit.
When "Replace Fuser Oil Unit (TypeG)"
appears on the panel display, replace this
unit.
3. Waste Toner Bottle
Collects toner that is wasted during
printing.
When "Replace Waste Toner (Type E)"
appears on the panel display, replace
with a new waste toner bottle.
4. Toner Cartridge
Loads from the printer rear in the order
of magenta (M), cyan (C), yellow (Y), and
black (K).
When "Add Toner: color" appears on the
panel display, replace the appropriate
toner cartridge.
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5
6
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5. Photoconductor Unit
The printer comes with one black Photoconductor Unit and three color (yellow,
cyan, magenta) Photoconductor Units.
When "Replace Color PCU (Type A)" appears on the panel display, replace the
three color Photoconductor Units.
When "Replace Black PCU (Type F)" appears on the panel display, replace the
black Photoconductor Unit.
6. Development Unit
The printer comes with one black Development Unit and three color (yellow, cyan, magenta) Development Units.
When "Replace Color Dev. Unit(TypeB)"
appears on the panel display, replace the
three color Development Units.
When "Replace Black Dev. Unit(TypeD)"
appears on the panel display, replace the
black Development Unit.
7. Inner Cover
Open this cover when replacing the Photoconductor Unit or Development Unit.
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Operation Panel
Guide to the Printer
1
On LineMenu
Job Reset
Form Feed
PowerErrorData In
1. Panel display
Shows the current status of the printer
and error messages.
{{{{Job Reset}}}} key
2.
When the printer is online, press this key
to cancel any ongoing print job.
3. {
{On Line}}}} key
{{
Indicates whether the printer is online or
offline.
Press this key to switch between online
and offline.
When the lamp is lit, the printer is online,
enabling data reception from the host
computer.
When the lamp is off, the printer is offline, disabling data reception from the
host computer.
Press this key to return to the ready condition.
4. {
{Form Feed}}}} key
{{
When the printer is offline, press this key
to print all the data left in the printer's input buffer.
You can use this to force the printer to
print the data received in the online status when the paper size or type does not
match with the actual set size or type.
Escape
#Enter
5. {
{Menu}}}} key
{{
Press this key to make and check the current printer settings.
6. Power indicator
Power indicator is on while the power
switch is on. Power indicator is off when
the power is turned off or while the printer is in Energy Saver mode.
7. Error indicator
Lights up whenever any printer error occurs. However, turns off in the Energy
Saver mode.
8. Data In indicator
Blinks while the printer is receiving data
from a computer. Data In indicator is on
if there is data to be printed.
9. {
{Escape}}}} key
{{
Press this key to return to the previous
condition on the panel display.
10. {
{Enter}}}} key
{{
Press this key to execute menu items selected on the panel display.
11. {
Use these keys to increase or decrease
values on the panel display when making
settings. Keep pressing the key to quicken scrolling, and increase or decrease values on the panel display in units of 10.
}, {{{{TTTT}}}} Keys
{{{UUUU}}}
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Getting Started
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2. Setting Up
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Where to Put the Printer
The printer's location should be carefully chosen because environmental conditions greatly affect its performance.
WARNING:
•Confirm that the wall outlet is near the machine and freely accessible, so that in the event of an emergency, it can be easily unplugged.
•Only connect the machine to the power source described on this
sheet.
•Avoid multi-wiring.
•Do not damage, break or make any modifications to the power ca-
ble. Do not place heavy objects on it, pull it hard or bend it more
than necessary. These actions could damage the cable. A frayed or
damaged cable might cause an electrical and fire hazard.
CAUTION:
•Do not handle the plug with wet hands. Doing this might cause an electrical shock.
•Keep the machine in an area that is within optimum environmental conditions. Operating the machine in an environment that is outside the recommended ranges of humidity and temperature can cause an electrical
or fire hazard. Keep the area around the socket free of dust. Accumulated dust can become an electrical or fire hazard.
•Place the machine on a strong and level surface. Otherwise, the machine might fall and injure someone.
•If you use the machine in a confined space, confirm there is a continuous
air turnover.
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Setting Up
❖❖❖❖ Space Required for Installation
Leave enough space around the printer. This space is necessary to operate the
printer. The recommended (or minimum) space requirements are as follows:
B
2
A
D
C
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A: 46 cm (19 inch) or more
B: 10 cm (4 inch) or more
C: 55 cm (22 inch) or more
D: 70 cm (28 inch) or more
❖❖❖❖ Optimum Environmental Conditions
Possible and recommended temperature and humidity ranges are as follows:
%RH
80
60
40
15ºC
70%
15ºC
30%
27ºC 80%10ºC 80%
25ºC
70%
25ºC
30%
32
54%
ºC
10ºC 15%
20
102030
%RH
50°F 80%
80
60
40
20
59°F
70%
59°F
30%
50°F 15%
508090
6070
32ºC 15%
ºC
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80.6°F 80%
77°F
70%
89.6°F
54%
77°F
30%
89.6°F 15%
°F
• White area: Possible operation Range
• Gray area: Recommended Range
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Where to Put the Printer
Note
❒ The machine must be level within 5 mm, 0.2" both front to rear and left to
right.
❒ To avoid possible build-up of ozone, locate this machine in a large well
ventilated room that has an air turnover of more than 30 m
❒ When you use this machine for a long time in a confined space without
good ventilation, you may notice an odd smell. To keep the workplace
comfortable, we recommend that you keep it well ventilated.
3
/hr/person.
❖❖❖❖ Environments to Avoid
Important
❒ Locations exposed to direct sunlight or strong light
❒ Dusty areas
❒ Areas with corrosive gases
❒ Areas excessively cold, hot, or humid
❒ Locations near an air conditioner or humidifier
❒ Locations near other electronic equipment
❒ Locations where the printer might be subjected to frequent strong vibra-
tion
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❖❖❖❖ Power Source
Connect the power cable to a power source with the following specifications:
• 120 V, 60 Hz, 10 A or more
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2
Setting Up
Checking the Contents of the Box
Check the contents of the box for the following items.
A
For missing items, contact your sales or service representative.
❒ This package does not include an interface cable. Please purchase one for
use with your host computer. See “Appendix” in Administrator Reference
2.
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Setting Up
Unpacking the Printer
2
Remove the adhesive tape on the
A
printer body. Remove the cardboard that is taped to the Standard Tray.
Open Tray 1.
B
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Open Tray 2.
E
Remove the adhesive tape and
F
sheet of paper.
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Remove the adhesive tape and
C
sheet of paper.
Close Tray 1 slowly.
D
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Close Tray 2 slowly.
G
Open the front cover slowly by
H
pulling down from the two areas
on the left and right.
Important
❒ Do not place objects on the opened
front cover.
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Unpacking the Printer
Remove the adhesive tape.
I
Remove the securing pin, as
J
shown in the illustration, from
the Transfer Unit. Pinch it, and
then pull it out.
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❒ The removed tape is dirty. Be
careful not to let it touch your
hands or clothes.
Close the front cover slowly by
L
pushing the two areas on the left
and right.
Put labels "1" and "2" on the front
M
of the paper trays.
2
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Pull out the four pieces of tapes
K
coming out from the Development Unit slowly, in a level manner.
Important
❒ Be sure to pull out all four piec-
es of tapes to avoid printer malfunction during operation.
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A sticker, stating that paper for an
N
ink-jet printer cannot be used with
this printer, is supplied. Please attach the sticker to the bottom right
corner of the top of the printer [A]
so that sticker is easy to see.
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Setting Up
Installing the Fuser Oil Unit
2
Install the Fuser Oil Unit to the Fusing
Unit.
Pull out the left cover slowly.
A
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Open the upper left cover.
B
Important
❒ Do not touch any areas other
than the handle.
Put the removed Fusing Unit in a
D
stable and level place.
Take out the Fuser Oil Unit from
E
the bag, and remove seal (AAAA), and
then seal (BBBB) as shown in the illustration.
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Holding the green handle, pull up
C
the Fusing Unit slowly in the direction as shown in the illustration.
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Note
❒ Be sure to remove seal (A), and
then pull it out in a level manner.
Important
❒ Be sure to remove the seals to
avoid printer malfunction.
❒ Be sure to remove seal (A) first,
and then remove seal (B) to
avoid an oil leak.
❒ There is oil on the removed
seals. Be careful not to let them
come in contact with your
clothes.
❒ Be sure to put the Fusing Oil in
a stable and level place.
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Installing the Fuser Oil Unit
Hold the Fuser Oil Unit in the
F
manner shown in the illustration.
Match (UUUU) on the front of the Fuser Oil Unit and (TTTT) on the Fusing
Unit at three places. While pushing the green lever on the left side
of the Fusing Unit (AAAA), insert the
left and right protrusions of the
Fuser Oil Unit into the white
holders of the Fusing Unit (BBBB),
and then move the Fuser Oil Unit
in the direction shown by the arrow (CCCC) to attach the Fuser Oil
Unit to the Fusing Unit.
Note
❒ Confirm that the Fuser Oil Unit
is facing the inside of the printer.
Important
❒ Confirm that the Fusing Unit is
in appropriate position.
Close the upper left cover (AAAA) and
H
push the handle (BBBB) slowly to the
back until it clicks.
2
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Important
❒ Be careful not to get oil on the
metal part of the left side of the
Fuser Oil Unit.
Holding the green handle with
G
one hand, use your other hand to
push the front area of the handle
to a slight slant, and then push the
Fusing Unit slowly to the back.
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Attach the External Tray to the
I
printer. Insert the hooks of the External Tray into the printer slits,
and then lower it toward you.
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Confirm that the Fusing Unit is set
to the printer vertically.
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Setting Up
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Installing Options
CAUTION:
•Before installing options, the machine should be turned off and unplugged
for at least an hour. Components inside the machine become very hot, and
can cause a burn if touched.
2
•Before moving the machine, unplug the power cable from the outlet. If the
cable is unplugged abruptly, it could become damaged. Damaged plugs or
cables can cause an electrical or fire hazard.
•When lifting the machine, use the grips on both sides. The machine could
break or cause an injury if dropped.
By installing options, you can improve the printer performance and have an expanded variety of features to use. For details on each option, see Administrator
Reference 2.
When installing multiple options on the printer, we recommend the following
order of installation.
Important
❒ Rating voltage of the connector for options: Max. DC 24 V.
❖❖❖❖ Flow of Option Installation
A
Install the 500, 1000-sheet Paper
Feed Unit, or 2000-sheet Large
Capacity Tray.
(PAPER FEED UNIT Type
3800C, Paper Bank PS 470)
Install the Paper Feed Unit to the bottom of the printer.
You can choose to install the PAPER FEED UNIT Type
3800C (500 × 1), Type 3800C (500 × 2) or Paper Bank PS470.
If you install the Paper Bank PS470, you can load up to 3,100
sheets of paper at once.
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T
B
Install the SDRAM Module.
(Memory Unit TypeB)
T
C
Install the 1394 Interface Unit.
(1394 Interface Unit Type1045)
T
D
Install the User Account Enhance
Unit Type B.
T
Attach the module to the SDRAM module slot of the Controller Board.
There are three types of Memory Unit TypeB, 64MB, 128MB,
256MB.
Attach the 1394 Interface Unit Type 1045 to the 1394 I/F slot
of the Controller Board.
The 1394 Interface Unit requires optional Memory Unit at
least 64 MB (Total memory size 128 MB or more).
Attach the module to the User Account Enhance Unit slot of
the Controller Board.
Installing Options
E
Install the Printer Hard Disk.
(Printer Hard Disk Type 3800C)
T
F
Install the Duplex Unit.
(Duplex Unit Type 3800C)
T
G
Install the 2 Tray Finisher.
(SR770)
T
H
Install the 4-bin Mailbox.
(Mail Bin Type 3800C)
Attach the Printer Hard Disk Type 3800C to the Controller
Board.
Attach the Duplex Reversal Unit to the left side of the printer, and the Duplex Feed Unit inside the printer.
2
Attach the SR770 to the left side of the printer.
You cannot install the SR770 unless both the Paper Feed
Unit and Duplex Unit options are installed.
If you choose to install the 4-bin Mailbox, you cannot install
the SR770.
The 2 Tray Finisher requires the optional Printer Hard Disk
or the optional Memory Unit at least 128 MB (Total memory
size 160 MB or more).
Remove the upper cover to install Mail Bin Type 3800C.
If you choose to install the 2 Tray Finisher, you cannot install the 4-bin Mailbox.
Install options in the positions as shown in the illustration.
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