Page 1
Copy Refer if c r saf e of se be . t i ad t...
Page 2
Type 2: 4018/DSm618/LD118/Aficio 2018 • Type 3: 4018d/DSm618d/LD118d/Aficio 2018D Certain types might not be available in some countries. For details, please contact your local dealer. Two kinds of size notation are employed in this manual. With this machine refer to the inch version.
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page i Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Manuals for This Machine The following manuals describe the operational procedures of this machine. For particular functions, see the relevant parts of the manual. Note ❒ Manuals provided are specific to machine type. ❒...
Page 4
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page ii Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Manuals for DeskTopBinder V2 Lite DeskTopBinder V2 Lite is a utility included on the CD-ROM labeled "Scanner Driver & Document Management Utilities". • DeskTopBinder V2 Lite Setup Guide (PDF file - CD-ROM2) Describes installation of, and the operating environment for DeskTop- Binder V2 Lite in detail.
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page iii Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM TABLE OF CONTENTS Manuals for This Machine ... i Notice ...1 How to Read This Manual ...3 Names of Major Options ...3 Safety Information ...4 Safety During Operation...4 Positions of Labels and Hallmarks for R Machine Types ...7 Control Panel...8 Display ...
Page 6
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page iv Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM 3. Troubleshooting If Your Machine Does Not Operate As You Want... 39 When a Message Is Displayed... 39 If You Cannot Make Clear Copies... 40 If You Cannot Make Copies As You Want ... 41 When Memory Is Full ...
Page 7
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page v Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM 6. Specifications Combination Chart... 63 Supplementary Information ... 64 INDEX... 67...
Page 8
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page vi Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM...
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 1 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Notice Important Do not copy any item for which copying is prohibited by law. Copying the following items is generally prohibited by local law: bank notes, revenue stamps, bonds, stock certificates, bank drafts, checks, pass- ports, and driver's licenses.
Page 10
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 2 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Note to users in Canada Note: This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 3 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM How to Read This Manual Symbols The following set of symbols is used in this manual. R WARNING: This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation that might result in death or serious injury when you misuse the machine without following the in- structions under this symbol.
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 4 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Safety Information When using this machine, the following safety precautions should always be fol- lowed. Safety During Operation In this manual, the following important symbols are used: R WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not followed, could result in death or serious injury.
Page 13
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 5 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM R CAUTION: • Protect the machine from dampness or wet weather, such as rain and snow. • Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before you move the machine. While moving the machine, you should take care that the power cord will not be damaged under the machine.
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 6 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Positions of Labels and Hallmarks for R WARNING and R This machine has labels for RWARNING and RCAUTION at the positions shown below. For safety, please follow the instructions and handle the machine as indicated.
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 7 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Machine Types This machine comes in three models which vary by copy speed. To make sure which model you have, see the inside front cover of this manual. Type 1 Copy Speed 15 copies/minute (A4K, 8 Duplex unit...
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 8 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Control Panel Note ❒ These illustrations show Type 3. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Copier only Duplex Combine/ Sort Series 13 14 ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Options fully installed Search Check Destination Destination Information Facsimile...
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 9 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Main power indicator Lights when the main power switch is turned on. Reference p.12 “Turning On the Power” On indicator Lights when the operation switch is on. Reference p.12 “Turning On the Power” Operation switch Press to turn the power on.
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 10 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Display This section explains how to read the display and use the Selection key for the initial copy display. Note ❒ The copy display is set as the default screen when the machine is turned on. ❖...
Page 19
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 11 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM { { { { Cancel} } } } key Press to cancel an operation or return to the previous display. { { { { OK} } } } key Press to set a selected item or entered nu- meric value.
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 12 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Turning On the Power This machine has two power switch- ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Operation switch (right side of the control panel) Press to activate the machine. When the machine has finished warming up, you can operate the machine.
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 13 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Turning Off the Power A A A A Make sure the exposure glass cov- er, ADF, or ARDF is in the right position. B B B B Press the operation switch. The On indicator goes off.
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 14 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Saving Energy - Auto Off/ Low Power The machine automatically turns it- self off when the job is finished, after a certain period of time has elapsed. This function is called “Auto Off”. Note ❒...
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 15 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Originals Sizes and Weights of Recommended Originals ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Metric version Original location Original size Exposure glass Up to A3 ADF or ARDF One-sided originals: A3L – A5KL Two-sided originals: A3L –...
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 16 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Placing Originals • Originals with any kind of coating, such as thermal fax paper, art paper, alu- minum foil, carbon paper, or conductive paper • Originals with perforated lines • Originals with indexes, tags, or other projecting parts •...
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 17 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Exposure glass Positioning mark Horizontal size Maximum scanning area (297x420mm) 11"x17" (279x432mm) ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ ADF or ARDF Maximum scanning area Note ❒ When you copy custom size originals, make sure you specify the size of the originals.
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 18 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Placing Originals Placing Originals Note ❒ Take care to place originals only af- ter any correction fluid and ink has completely dried. Not taking this precaution could cause marks on the exposure glass that will be cop- ied onto paper.
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 19 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Placing Originals in the ADF or ARDF Settings should be made in the fol- lowing situations: ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ When placing custom size originals: p.20 “Placing custom size origi- nals” Note ❒...
Page 28
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 20 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Placing Originals Placing custom size originals When placing custom size originals in the ADF, or ARDF, specify the size of the originals. Note ❒ Paper that has a vertical length of 105–297 mm (4.2"–11.6") and a hor- izontal length of 128–1260 mm (5.1"–49.6") can be placed with this...
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 21 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Basic Procedure A A A A If the machine has user codes set, enter a user code (up to eight dig- its) using the number keys, and then press the { { { { OK} } } } or { { { { #} } } } key. The machine is ready to copy.
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 22 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Copying Copying from the Bypass Tray Use the bypass tray to copy onto OHP transparencies, thick paper, enve- lopes and copy paper that cannot be loaded in the paper trays. Important ❒...
Page 31
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 23 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM C C C C Insert the paper with the side you want to copy facing down, and then adjust the paper guide with the paper size. Horizontal size Vertical size Extender Paper guides Note ❒...
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 24 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Copying When copying onto custom size paper Important ❒ You should specify the size of copy paper to avoid paper mis- feeds. A Select [Paper Size] using { { { { U U U U } } } } or { { { { T T T T } } } } , and then press the { { { { OK} } } } key.
Page 33
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 25 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM B Select [Regular Size] using { { { { U U U U } } } } or { { { { T T T T } } } } , and then press the { { { { OK} } } } key.
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 26 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Copying Copier Functions Adjusting Image Density You can adjust copy image density to match your originals. If you require darker or lighter cop- ies, adjust image density accordingly. A A A A Press the { { { { Lighter} } } } or { { { { Darker} } } } key to adjust the density.
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 27 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Auto Paper Select A A A A Make sure [Auto Paper Select] is se- lected. Manual Paper Select A A A A Select the paper tray or bypass tray using { { { { U U U U } } } } or { { { { T T T T } } } } . The selected tray and the paper size appear.
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 28 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Copying ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Base Point The base point of Reduce/Enlarge differs depending on how the orig- inal is scanned. When the original is placed on the exposure glass, the upper left corner is the base point.
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 29 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM C C C C Enter the ratio. To select the ratio using { { { { U U U U } } } } and { { { { T T T T } } } } A Adjust the ratio using { { { { U U U U } } } } or { { { { T T T T } } } } .
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 30 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Copying A A A A Press [Auto R/E]. B B B B Select the paper tray using { { { { U U U U } } } } or { { { { T T T T } } } } . C C C C Place your originals, and then press the { { { { Start} } } } key.
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 31 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM B B B B Select [Sort] or [Rotate Sort], and then press the { { { { OK} } } } key. C C C C Enter the number of copy sets us- ing the number keys.
Page 40
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 32 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Copying Original orientation and completed copies The resulting copy image will differ according to the orientation in which you place the originals (vertical K or horizontal L ). The table shows the orientation of im- ages on the front and back of copies, not the orientation of delivery.
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 33 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM D D D D When selecting two-sided copy- ing, select the orientation [Top to Top] or [Top to Bottom] using { { { { U U U U } } } } or { { { { T T T T } } } } , and then press the { { { { OK} } } } key.
Page 42
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 34 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Copying ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ 2 Sided 2 Pages → → → → Combine 1 Side (Optional ARDF is required) Copies 2 two-sided originals onto one side of a sheet. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Orientation of the original and image position of combine Open to left R originals Open to top S originals...
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 35 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM C C C C Select the orientation using { { { { U U U U } } } } or { { { { T T T T } } } } , and then press the { { { { OK} } } } key.
Page 44
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 36 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Copying A A A A Press the { { { { Combine/Series} } } } key. Duplex Combine/ Series B B B B Select the combine mode using { { { { U U U U } } } } or { { { { T T T T } } } } , and then press the { { { { OK} } } } key.
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 37 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Series Copies You can separately copy the front and back of a two-sided original or two facing pages of a bound original onto two sheets. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ 2 Sided→ → → → 1 Sided (Optional ARDF is required) Copies each side of a two-sided original onto two separate pages.
Page 46
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 38 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Copying C C C C When selecting [Series:2Sided Orig.], select the orientation using { { { { U U U U } } } } or { { { { T T T T } } } } , and then press the { { { { OK} } } } key. Note ❒...
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 39 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM If Your Machine Does Not Operate As You Want When a Message Is Displayed The following chart contains explanations for common messages. If other mes- sages appear, follow the instructions as they are displayed. Note ❒...
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 40 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Troubleshooting If You Cannot Make Clear Copies Problem Copies appear dirty. The reverse side of an orig- inal image is copied. A shadow appears on cop- ies if you use pasted origi- nals.
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 41 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM If You Cannot Make Copies As You Want This section explains causes and remedies when copy results are not as expect- ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Basic Problem You cannot combine sever- al functions.
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 42 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Troubleshooting ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Duplex (Type 3 only) Problem Order of copies is not cor- rect. In Duplex Margin mode, parts of the original image are not copied. When using Duplex, copy is made Top to Top even though Top to Bottom is se- lected.
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 43 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM B Loading Paper Reference For paper types and sizes, see Gen- eral Settings Guide. Loading Paper Note ❒ You can change the paper size, see General Settings Guide. ❒ This illustration shows the paper trays (1 or 2).
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 44 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Troubleshooting Orientation-Fixed Paper or Two-Sided Paper Orientation-fixed (top to bottom) or two-sided paper (for example, letterhead paper, prepunched paper, or copied paper) might not print correctly, depending on how the originals and paper are placed. Reference p.55 “Letterhead Setting”...
Page 53
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 45 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM B Loading Paper ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Loaded paper orientation • For machine with copier function only AAI035S...
Page 54
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 46 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Troubleshooting • For MFP AAI023S...
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 47 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM D Adding Toner When D appears, it is time to add toner. Handling Toner R WARNING: • Do not incinerate used toner or toner containers. Toner dust might ig- nite when exposed to an open flame. Dispose of used toner containers in accordance with local regulations.
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 48 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Troubleshooting Removing Toner • 1: Open the front cover of the machine. • 2: Lift the green lever. • 3: Push the green lever, and then gently pull out the holder. •...
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 49 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Inserting Toner Inserting Toner • 1: Hold the new bottle horizontally and shake it from side to side five or six times. 2: Remove the black cap. Note ❒ Do not remove the black cap before shaking.
Page 58
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 50 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Troubleshooting...
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 51 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM 4. User Tools (Copier Features) Accessing User Tools (Copier Features) This section is for key operators in charge of this machine. Key operators can change or make default settings. Note ❒ Be sure to quit User Tools and re- turn to the initial copy display when all settings are complete.
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 52 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM User Tools (Copier Features) Note ❒ To cancel changes made to set- ting and return to the initial dis- play, press the { { { { User Tools/ Counter} } } } key. Quitting User Tools A A A A Press the { { { { User Tools/Counter} } } } key.
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 53 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Settings You Can Change with User Tools APS/ Auto R/E Priority You can select [Auto Paper Select Priori- ty] (APS Priority) or [Auto R/E Priority] (Auto Reduce/Enlarge Priority). When you cancel this setting, select [Off].
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 54 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM User Tools (Copier Features) Duplex Mode Priority You can select the type of Duplex function effective when the machine is turned on, reset, or modes are cleared. Limitation ❒ Available only for Type 3. Note ❒...
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 55 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Preset R/E Priority You can set the ratio with priority when [R/E] is selected. Note ❒ Default: • Metric version: 71% • Inch version: 65% Duplex Margin You can specify left margin on the back side of copies, and top margin on the front side.
Page 64
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 56 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM User Tools (Copier Features)
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 57 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Do's and Don'ts R CAUTION: • Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before you move the machine. While moving the ma- chine, you should take care that the power cord will not be dam- aged under the machine.
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 58 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Remarks Where to Put Your Machine Machine Environment Choose your machine's location care- fully. Environmental conditions greatly affect its performance. Optimum environmental conditions R CAUTION: • Keep the machine away from hu- midity and dust.
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 59 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Moving R CAUTION: • Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before you move the machine. While moving the ma- chine, you should take care that the power cord will not be dam- aged under the machine.
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 60 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Remarks Access to the Machine Place the machine near the power source, providing the clearance areas shown. Rear: 5 cm (2") or more Right: 25 cm (10") or more Front: 75 cm (29.6") or more Left: 15 cm (6") or more Note ❒...
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 61 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Maintaining Your Machine If the exposure glass, exposure glass cover, ADF belt, or ARDF belt is dirty, copy clarity may be reduced. Clean these parts if they are dirty. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Cleaning the machine Wipe the machine with a soft, damp cloth.
Page 70
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 62 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Remarks...
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 63 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Combination Chart The combination chart below shows which functions can be used together. When you read the chart, see the following table: ❍ These functions can be used together. These functions cannot be used together. The first function selected will be the ×...
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 64 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Specifications Supplementary Information ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Bypass Tray Copy • The following paper sizes can be selected as standard sizes: A3L, A4KL, A5KL, B4 JISL, B5 JISKL, B6 JISL, 11"×17"L, "×14"L, 8 "×13"L, 8 "×13"K, 8KL, 16KKL, 4...
Page 73
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 65 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Inch version Ratio (%) 200 (enlarge area by 4) 155 (enlarge area by 2) 50 (reduce area by ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Zoom • The reproduction ratios you can specify are 50–200%. •...
Page 74
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 66 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM Specifications ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Combine • When using this function, the machine selects the reproduction ratio auto- matically. This reproduction ratio depends on copy paper sizes and the number of originals. •...
Page 78
KirC2_ENcopyF_FM.book Page 70 Monday, September 22, 2003 11:36 AM MEMO B121-6607...
Page 79
In accordance with IEC 60417, this machine uses the following symbols for the main power switch: a means POWER ON. c means STAND BY. Trademark ® ® PostScript and Acrobat are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated. Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and might be trademarks of their respective companies.
Page 80
pe f 4015 15 / pe f 4018 18 / pe f 4018 18d/ LD11 8d / c i f o 20...