7.13 OTHER FEATURES
7.13.1 SILENT MECHANISM
The following features help the machine run as silently as possible.
Silent Mode
Printer model: [Menu] > [System] > [Silent Mode]
MF model: Home > [User Tools] icon > [Machine Features] > [System Settings] > [General
Features] > [Silent Mode]
Silent mode decreases the noise level by increasing the interval between sheets and scanning
speed (printing is slower).
CPM
Standard
43
mode
ppm
Silent mode
30
ppm
*: Main machine + Paper Bank x3 (options)
If [On] is selected in silent mode, the message "Operating in silent mode..." is displayed on the
operation panel.
New Lubricant to Reduce Noise When the Main Unit Is Operating
Grease with a high-silencing effect (G-1077) is applied to the drive components. When
replacing one of these components, apply this grease as described in the replacement
procedures.
Features of G-1077
Low coefficient of friction
•
•
Very stable, due to low oil separation
SM
Scanning
Fusing Temp. (Normal
speed
40 ipm
Center: 178 °C
Edge: 173 °C
20 ipm
Center: 165 °C
Edge: 160 °C
7-81
paper)
Main machine only: 51.9
dB
Full*: 55.1 dB
Main machine only: 48.2
dB
Full*: 47.5 dB
D0AP/D0C4/D0C5/D0C6/M0BQ/M0D1
Other Features
Noise level