Savin SLP 38c User Manual

Operating Instructions
Maintenance Guide 1
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.

Trademarks

Microsoft®, Windows® and Windows NT® are registered trademarks of Mi­crosoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
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IPS-PRINT™ Printer Language Emulation DOCUMENT TECHNOLOGIES, INC., All Rights Reserved.
Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and might be trademarks of their respective companies. We disclaim any and all rights in 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:
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Windows® 95 operating system
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Windows® 98 operating system
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Windows® Millennium Edition (Windows Me)
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Windows ® 2000 Professional
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Windows ® 2000 Server
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Windows NT® Server operating system Version 4.0
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Windows NT® Workstation operating system Version 4.0
Copyright 1999-2000, XIONICS
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Safety Information

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When using your printer, 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 cord directly into a wall outlet and never use an ex­tension cord.
Disconnect the power plug (by pulling the plug, not the cable) if the power cable or plug becomes frayed or otherwise 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 exists:
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 might ignite
when exposed to an open flame.
Disposal can take place at our authorized dealer or at appropriate col­lection sites.
Dispose of the used toner cartridge in accordance with the local reg­ulation.
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Protect the equipment from dampness or wet weather, such as rain, snow, and so on.
Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before you move the equipment. While moving the equipment, you should take care that the power cord 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.
Keep toner (used or unused) and toner cartridge out of the reach of chil­dren.
For environmental reasons, do not dispose of the equipment or expended supply waste at household waste collection points. Disposal can take place at an authorized dealer or at appropriate collection sites.
The inside of the machine could be very hot. Do not touch the parts with a label indicating the “hot surface”. Otherwise it could cause a personal burn.
Our products are engineered to meet high standards of quality and function­ality, and we recommend that you only use the expendable supplies avail­able at an authorized dealer.
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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 mode Power Consumption 45 W or less
Default Time 60 minutes
Recovery Time 120 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.
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Keys that appear on the machine's panel display.
Keys and buttons that appear on the computer's display.
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Keys built into the machine's operation panel.
Keys on the computer's keyboard.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit
Detaching the SR770 (2 Tray Finisher).................................................... 1
Opening and Closing the Duplex Reversal Unit..................................... 2
Replacing the Toner Cartridge................................................................. 3
Replacing the Fuser Oil Unit .................................................................... 6
Replacing the Photoconductor Unit ...................................................... 10
Replacing the Development Unit ........................................................... 14
Replacing the Fusing Unit ...................................................................... 18
Replacing the Dustproof Filter............................................................... 23
Replacing the Waste Toner Bottle ......................................................... 25
Replacing the Paper Feed Rollers ......................................................... 27
2.Clearing and Adjusting the Printer
Cautions to Take When Cleaning........................................................... 31
Cleaning the Registration Roller............................................................ 32
Cleaning the DustProof Glass................................................................ 33
Adjusting the Color Registration ........................................................... 34
Auto Adjust.................................................................................................. 34
Fuser Adjust ................................................................................................ 35
Manual Adjust ............................................................................................. 38
Test Sheet Samples.................................................................................... 40
Adjusting the Image Density .................................................................. 42
Adjusting the Registration of the Trays ................................................ 43
3.Appendix
Removing Misfed Paper in the Duplex Feed Unit................................. 45
When the Front Cover Does Not Close ................................................. 48
Consumables........................................................................................... 50
Paper Recommendations ....................................................................... 52
Loading Paper............................................................................................. 52
Storing Paper .............................................................................................. 52
Types of Paper and Other Media ................................................................ 52
Printable Area ............................................................................................. 55
INDEX........................................................................................................ 56
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1. Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit

Detaching the SR770 (2 Tray Finisher)

There are times when you might have to detach the 2 Tray Finisher from the printer to remove misfed paper. This section describes how to detach the 2 Tray Finisher.
Hold the handle at the top of the 2
A
Tray Finisher firmly with one hand, pull the 2 Tray Finisher straight out, and let go when it stops.
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The 2 Tray Finisher is detached from the printer.
Important
Be sure to attach the 2 Tray Fin-
isher to the printer after closing the Duplex Reversal Unit. See P.2 “Opening and Closing the Du- plex Reversal Unit”.
Use both hands to push it straight
B
back in, and let go when it clicks into place.
The 2 Tray Finisher is reattached to the printer.
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Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit

Opening and Closing the Duplex Reversal Unit

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There are times when you might have to detach the Duplex Reversal Unit to remove misfed paper. This section describes how to detach the Duplex Reversal Unit.
Push up the lock release button
A
and keep it in place.
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Lower the Duplex Reversal Unit
B
slowly until it stops.
Note
You do not have to remove the
External Tray even if the 2 Tray Finisher is attached.
The Duplex Reversal Unit is opened.
Raise the Duplex Reversal Unit
C
slowly with both hands, and push it in until it clicks into place.
The Duplex Reversal Unit is closed.
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Important
Attach the Duplex Reversal
Unit after closing the upper left cover of the printer.
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Important
Open the Duplex Reversal Unit
after detaching the 2 Tray Fin­isher from the printer. See P.1
Detaching the SR770 (2 Tray Finisher)”.
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Replacing the Toner Cartridge

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Replacing the Toner Cartridge
WARNING:
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 an appropriate collection site. If you dispose of the used toner cartridges yourself, dis­pose of them according to lo­cal regulations.
CAUTION:
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.
Keep toner (used or unused) and the toner cartridge out of reach of children.
Our products are engineered to meet the highest standards of quality and functionality. When purchasing expendable sup­plies, we recommend using only those provided by an authorized dealer.
If "Add Toner" appears on the panel display, replace the toner cartridge.
Add Toner XXX
or
Add Toner XXX/XXX
Note
A combination of one to four col-
ors, yellow, magenta, cyan, black, is displayed in "XXX".
If cyan or magenta or yellow toner
runs out, you can print in black and white mode using the black toner. Change the color mode set­ting to "Black and White" from the printer driver .
If black toner runs out, printing is
not possible until the black toner cartridge is replaced.
While pushing the lock button on
A
the upper right cover of the print­er (AAAA), open the upper right cover (BBBB).
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Note
The actual number of printed pag-
es will differ depending on the pa­per type, size, contents and settings. For more information, see P.50 Toner cartridge”.
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From the end, the toner cartridges are installed in the order of magen­ta (M), cyan (C), yellow (Y), and black (K).
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Remove the toner cartridge for
B
the color you want to replace. A Unhook the green hook on the
toner cartridge with one hand.
B Holding the toner cartridge
with the other hand, pull out the cartridge up slowly.
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Note
The black toner cartridge con-
tains more than the other toner cartridges.
Shake the toner cartridge back
D
and forth 5-6 times.
Holding the toner cartridge with
E
the metal contact area in front, at­tach in the direction of the arrow.
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Important
Do not shake the removed
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toner cartridge. The remain­ing toner might scatter.
Important
Do not touch the metal contact
Take out a new toner cartridge
C
point with your fingers.
from the box.
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Insert the toner cartridge slowly
F
until the green hook snaps on the metal contact area.
Important
Do not install and remove the
toner cartridges over and over. This could result in a toner leak.
Close the upper right cover.
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Replacing the Toner Cartridge
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The following message appears on the panel display. Please wait a while.
Loading Toner...
Important
Do not turn off the power
switch during "Loading Ton­er..." appears on the panel dis­play to avoid a printer malfunction.
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Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit
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Replacing the Fuser Oil Unit

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CAUTION:
The Fusing Unit becomes very hot. When installing the new Fuser Oil Unit, turn off the printer and wait about an hour. After that, install the new Fusing Unit. Not waiting for the unit to cool down can result in a burn.
If "Replace Fuser Oil Unit (TypeG)" appears on the panel display, replace the Fuser Oil Unit.
Replace Fuser Oil Unit (TypeG)
Turn off the power switch and
A
unplug the power cable.
Important
Be sure to wait about an hour to
prevent a burn.
If the External Tray is attached to
D
the printer, raise it in the direc­tion of the arrow (AAAA), and remove it (BBBB).
Pull out the left cover of the print-
E
er slowly.
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If 2 Tray Finisher is installed, de-
B
tach it from the printer.
Reference
See P.1 “Detaching the SR770 (2 Tray Finisher)
If the Duplex Unit is installed,
C
open the Duplex Reversal Unit.
Reference
See P.2 “Opening and Closing the Duplex Reversal Unit
Open the upper left cover.
F
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Replacing the Fuser Oil Unit
Holding the green handle, pull
G
up the Fusing Unit slowly in the direction of the arrow.
Important
Do not touch any areas other
than the handle.
Put the removed Fusing Unit in a
H
stable and level place.
Lift the Fuser Oil Unit in the di-
I
rection of the arrow to remove it, and put it in a stable and level place.
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Take out the Fuser Oil Unit from
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the bag, and remove seal (AAAA), and then remove seal (BBBB) as shown in the illustration.
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 oil leak.
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Important
Do not touch inside of the Fus-
ing Unit.
Be careful no to touch the area
other than the shown in the il­lustration.
Be sure to put the Fuser Oil Unit
in a stable and level place to avoid oil leak.
There is oil on the removed
seals and fuser oil roller. Be careful not to let them come in contact with your clothes.
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Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit
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Hold the Fuser Oil Unit in the
K
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.
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Close the upper left cover (AAAA) and
M
push the handle slowly (BBBB) to the back until it clicks into place.
Place the old Fuser Oil Unit into
N
the bag which contained the new Fuser Oil Unit, and seal the bag.
If you removed the External Tray
O
in step Insert the hooks of the External Tray into the printer slits, and lower it toward you.
, reattach it to the printer.
D
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Holding the green handle with
L
one hand, use your other hand to push the front area of the handle to create a slight slant, and push the Fusing Unit slowly to the back.
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If the Duplex Unit is installed,
P
close the Duplex Reversal Unit.
Reference
See P.2 “Opening and Closing the Duplex Reversal Unit
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Note
Confirm that the Fuser Oil Unit
is facing the inside of the print­er.
At this point, make sure the Fusing
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Unit is on the stand properly.
If the 2 Tray Finisher was in-
Q
stalled, reattach the 2 Tray Finish­er to the printer.
Reference
See P.1 “Detaching the SR770 (2 Tray Finisher)
Plug in the power cable and turn
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on the power switch.
Note
If you dispose of the used toner
cartridges by yourself, dispose of them according to local regu­lations.
Replacing the Fuser Oil Unit
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Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit

Replacing the Photoconductor Unit

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If "Replace Black PCU (Type F)" ap­pears on the panel display, replace the black Photoconductor Unit.
Replace Black PCU (Type F)
If "Replace Color PCU (Type A)" ap­pears on the panel display, replace the three color Photoconductor Units.
Replace Color PCU (Type A)
Turn off the power switch and
A
unplug the power cable.
Open the front cover slowly by
B
pulling down from the two areas on the left and right.
Turn the light brown lever coun-
D
terclockwise.
Loosen two screws that are fasten-
E
ing the inner cover using provid­ed screwdriver.
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Take out the green screwdriver.
C
Use this screwdriver for all attach­ment and detachment of screws.
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You cannot remove these two screws.
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Replacing the Photoconductor Unit
Lift the inner cover until it clicks
F
into place and holds.
The Photoconductor Units are in­stalled as shown in the illustration. The black Photoconductor Unit is at the upper left period. The other three are color Photoconductor Units.
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Remove the Photoconductor Unit
G
you want to replace.
For black, remove the upper left one, and for color, remove the three on the right.
A Move the green hook slowly to
the right as shown in the illus­tration. The green hook is lo­cated on the upper right of the Photoconductor Unit.
B Grip the green areas at the top
and bottom of the Photocon­ductor Unit, and pull slowly until you can see all of the green handle.
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Important
Pulling out the Photoconduc-
tor Unit quickly might cause it to drop.
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C Lift and hold the green handle
at the top (AAAA), and pull out the unit slowly (BBBB).
Install a new Photoconductor Unit.
H
For black, install one, and for color, install three.
A Take the unit out from the bag.
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C Match the green arrow at the
tip of the Photoconductor Unit to the rail inside the printer.
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Important
Make sure the green arrow
fits securely on the rail before proceeding to the next step.
D Push the front of the Photocon-
ductor Unit slowly with your right hand, slide the unit on the cover, and push in until it stops.
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Important
Do not remove the cover that is attached to the bottom of the Pho­toconductor Unit at this time.
B
Place the Photoconductor Unit in your left hand, and remove the ad­hesive tape at the tip of the unit.
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Important
If you do not attach the green
arrow of the Photoconductor Unit securely to the rail, you might damage the Photocon­ductor Unit.
Do not touch the light-sensi-
tive area of the Photoconduc­tor Unit.
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