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  • Page 1 Océ | Operating Manual Océ Océ VarioPrint 5000...
  • Page 2 ...and training? We also offer courses at our Training Center for the product described below. Information: Telephone +49 8121 72 3940 Fax +49 8121 72 3950 Océ Printing Systems GmbH Postfach 1260 85581 Poing Germany Edition August 2005 Order no. A29246-X17-X-4-7680 Copyright ©...
  • Page 3 Notes on the printing system documentation Safety Description of the printing system Operator panel Operating the printing system Cleaning the printing system Replacing consumables and expendables Correcting errors Appendix Index...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Notes on the printing system documentation ............. 1 Overview........................1 Signposts ........................2 Using "Help" ......................3 1.3.1 Contents ...................... 4 1.3.2 Index ......................5 1.3.3 Search ......................6 1.3.4 Direct Help ....................7 Symbols in the text ....................
  • Page 6 Table of Contents 2.6.3 Assembly and installation ................. 25 2.6.4 Transport ....................26 2.6.5 Repairs ..................... 26 2.6.6 Fire ......................27 2.6.7 Disposal ....................27 Safety regulations and standards ................27 Description of the printing system ..............29 Overview........................29 Device overview ......................
  • Page 7 Table of Contents Using the operator panel ..................65 4.3.1 User settings by the Key Operator ............66 4.3.1.1 Add user ..................66 4.3.1.2 Delete user ................67 4.3.1.3 Edit user ..................67 4.3.2 User settings made by the Operator ............69 4.3.2.1 Log on as user and request an access ticket ......
  • Page 8 Table of Contents 5.7.2 Select menu settings of the print job ............112 5.7.2.1 Select print parameters ............112 5.7.2.2 Select paper settings ............... 114 5.7.2.3 Select input tray parameters ............ 116 5.7.2.4 Select output tray parameters ..........117 5.7.3 Performing mechanical tasks for print job ..........
  • Page 9 Table of Contents Overview........................ 197 Replacing consumables ..................198 7.2.1 Refilling toner ..................199 7.2.1.1 Refilling toner in the lower print unit......... 200 7.2.1.2 Refilling toner in the upper print unit ........202 7.2.2 Replacing waste toner box (rear) and waste toner box (transfer) ... 205 7.2.2.1 Replacing the rear waste toner box .........
  • Page 10 Table of Contents 8.3.2.5 Clearing a paper jam in the developer station ......302 8.3.2.6 Clearing a paper jam in the transfer station ......304 8.3.2.7 Clearing a paper jam in the fuser station ......... 307 8.3.2.8 Clearing a paper jam in the paper output......... 311 8.3.3 Setting the decurler .................
  • Page 11: Notes On The Printing System Documentation

    1 Notes on the printing system documentation 1 Notes on the printing system documentation 1.1 Overview The purpose of this documentation is to ensure that all printing system-related work is car- ried out safely and correctly. It contains safety directives that must be strictly observed. Each section is divided into small, easy-to-understand subject areas.
  • Page 12: Signposts

    1.2 Signposts 1.2 Signposts This section 2 Safety gives you all necessary information on how to safely and efficiently operate the printing system. The structure of the printing system is graphically displayed in section 3 Description of the printing system. It contains a short overview of the operating controls and gives you an overview of the different paper paths for the various printing modes (e.g.
  • Page 13: Using "Help

    1.3 Using "Help" 1.3 Using "Help" Help on the operator panel of the printing system is operated using the following buttons: Button Function opens Help. hides or displays the navigation area with the following tabs: • Contents (see section 1.3.1 Contents, page 4) •...
  • Page 14: Contents

    1.3.1 Contents 1.3.1 Contents The Help is divided into different main groups: • General • VarioPrint 5000 or VarioStream 9000 or VarioStream 7000 • Paper Path Manager • Devices for post print processing In the "Contents" tab, you can show or hide individual Help levels and select the desired Help topic, e.
  • Page 15: Index

    1.3.2 Index 1.3.2 Index The "Index" tab provides quick access to the required information. You can also search directly for a specific word within index entries. Proceed as follows: Enter the text into the "Search" input field. Press the Enter key. Example: A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / all102.fm...
  • Page 16: Search

    1.3.3 Search 1.3.3 Search You can access the full text search function via the "Search" tab. The full text search is used to find one or more specific words in the entire Help. Uppercase or lowercase is not relevant for the search. Proceed as follows: Enter the text into the "Search"...
  • Page 17: Direct Help

    1.3.4 Direct Help 1.3.4 Direct Help Context-sensitive Direct Help provides detailed information on all: • Menus • Operating elements in menus • Error messages and warnings If necessary, all setting requirements are also listed in the context-sensitive Help system. Specified default settings and values are denoted in bold. Starting direct Help Proceed as follows: Select menu...
  • Page 18 1.3.4 Direct Help Proceed as follows: Press the F1 key. The Direct Help is opened, e. g.: A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / all102.fm...
  • Page 19: Symbols In The Text

    1.4 Symbols in the text 1.4 Symbols in the text Different symbols help you to find your way around the text: Symbols Meaning <Sample> menu The name of a button or menu on the operator panel is enclosed in angle brackets. SAMPLE button Mechanical buttons are denoted in uppercase letters.
  • Page 20: Symbols In Diagrams And Illustrations

    1.5 Symbols in diagrams and illustrations 1.5 Symbols in diagrams and illustrations If not otherwise indicated, diagrams and illustrations of actions depict the starting position of the respective component for the described step. For easier understanding, the diagrams only depict the components that are directly rele- vant to the immediate context.
  • Page 21 1.5 Symbols in diagrams and illustrations Symbols Meaning White arrow: Note arrow An action should be performed in this area, e. g.: A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / all102.fm...
  • Page 22: Other Documents

    1.6 Other documents 1.6 Other documents If not otherwise indicated, the following documents are supplied with each printing system in addition to the operating manual: Title Order number Safety Information on Océ Printing Systems A29246-X23-X-1-79 Papierspezifikation Einzelblatt-Drucksysteme A29249-X1-X-6-59 (Deutsch) and/or Paper Specification Cut Sheet Printing Systems A29249-X1-X-6-7659 (English)
  • Page 23: Statutory Requirements

    1.8 Statutory requirements 1.8 Statutory requirements The information, data and instructions in this documentation were up-to-date at the time of going to press. The right of technical modifications due to further development of the print- ing system is reserved. For this reason, the information, illustrations and descriptions in this documentation cannot give rise to any claims for modifications or additions to printing sys- tems that have already been shipped and accepted.
  • Page 24 1.8 Statutory requirements A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / all103.fm...
  • Page 25: Safety

    2 Safety 2 Safety 2.1 Overview This section gives you all necessary information on how to safely and efficiently operate the printing system. You will find information on the following topics: 2.2 Intended Purpose >>> page 16 2.3 Operating and service clearance >>> page 17 2.4 Flagging of safety directives >>>...
  • Page 26: Intended Purpose

    2.2 Intended Purpose 2.2 Intended Purpose The printing system shall only be considered as being used for its intended purpose if the notices and instructions in this documentation are strictly observed. The printing system is intended solely for printing materials that comply with the paper specifications (see section 1.6 Other documents, page 12).
  • Page 27: Operating And Service Clearance

    2.3 Operating and service clearance 2.3 Operating and service clearance The operating and service clearance areas for the printing system depicted in the following diagram should not be obstructed in any way. For devices with the CustomTone option, additional clearance of 400 mm (15.7") is needed in front of the printing system to facilitate exchange of the developer station.
  • Page 28: Flagging Of Safety Directives

    2.4 Flagging of safety directives 2.4 Flagging of safety directives In addition to the safety directives in section 2.6 Accident and damage prevention, you must also observe the safety directives outlined elsewhere in this documentation. The following notational conventions are used for the safety directives in the text of the manual: Alert word Symbol...
  • Page 29: Warning And Information Signs

    2.5 Warning and Information signs 2.5 Warning and Information signs The following signs are affixed inside the printing system at potential danger points: Sign Meaning Live electric parts There are live electric parts behind protective covers bearing this sign. These protective covers may only be removed by authorized Océ ser- vice personnel.
  • Page 30 2.5 Warning and Information signs Sign Meaning Do not touch the photoconductor drum surface. When working with the photoconductor drum, never touch its surface. Only grasp the PC drum by the inside. When working with the photoconductor drum, only hold it on the inside. Separate Collection The symbol "the crossed-out wheeled bin"...
  • Page 31: Accident And Damage Prevention

    2.6 Accident and damage prevention 2.6 Accident and damage prevention This section contains information on the following topics: 2.6.1 Personal Representations >>> page 21 2.6.2 Operation >>> page 22 2.6.3 Assembly and installation >>> page 25 2.6.4 Transport >>> page 26 2.6.5 Repairs >>>...
  • Page 32: Operation

    2.6.2 Operation Service Service staff are specialized Océ personnel who carry out all work that operators do not have the permission to, on and with the printing system. (e. g., any work on the power cir- cuits in the printing system). 2.6.2 Operation Observe the following instructions when using the printing system: 2.6.2.1 Operator >>>...
  • Page 33: Safety Covers

    2.6.2.2 Safety covers • Do not work with unprotected long hair or wear loosely hanging items of clothing (e. g. ties, sleeves, scarves et. c.), or jewelry such as necklaces, bracelets and rings. since these can cause injury if caught in drive mechanisms. 2.6.2.2 Safety covers •...
  • Page 34: Cleaning

    2.6.2.4 Cleaning 2.6.2.4 Cleaning • Observe the instructions in section 6 Cleaning the printing system for cleaning the printing system. • For vacuuming, an industrial vacuum cleaner with grounded suction device, rubber noz- zle and a filter insert for fine dustshould be used. When vacuuming large quantities of ton- er spill (e.
  • Page 35: Consumables And Expendables

    2.6.2.7 Consumables and expendables 2.6.2.7 Consumables and expendables • Observe the safety directives given in the manual for: – Toner – Developer – Fine filter – Fuser oil – Photoconductor drum – Cleaning agents • Keep all consumables for the printing system out of the reach of children. Store consum- ables away from containers used for food and drink.
  • Page 36: Transport

    2.6.4 Transport • Do not route the lines and cables in such a way that they can be trodden on or tripped over. • A ventilating flue without a smoke detector should be installed above the fuser module. In very rare cases, paper jammed in the fuser module could be damaged by the infrared fuser to the extent that smoke escapes.
  • Page 37: Fire

    2.6.6 Fire 2.6.6 Fire Observe the following instructions: • Fire in the printing system can cause toxic gaseous emissions. • Selfcontained breathing apparatus must be worn when fighting the fire. Instructions to this effect should be deposited at the fire alarm center and with the local fire-fighting force. •...
  • Page 38 2.7 Safety regulations and standards • TRGS 402/ TRGS 100 • IEC 60950 • EN 60950 • UL 60950 • CSA Standard C22.2 No. 60950 • EN 55022 / class A (Europe) • EN 55024 • FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class A (USA) •...
  • Page 39: Description Of The Printing System

    3 Description of the printing system 3.1 Overview This section describes the structure of the VarioPrint 5000 and VarioPrint 5000 advanced printing systems without additional elements and by use of diagrams. It contains a short overview of the operating controls and gives a summary of the different paper paths for different print modes (e.g.
  • Page 40: Device Overview

    3.2 Device overview 3.2 Device overview This section contains information on the following topics: 3.2.1 Front view >>> page 31 3.2.3 Internal view >>> page 33 3.2.4 Rear view >>> page 34 A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do301.fm...
  • Page 41: Front View

    3.2.1 Front view 3.2.1 Front view 1 Output tray A 2 Output tray B 3 Sample tray 4 Flap of upper toner supply canister 5 On key for printing system 6 Keyboard with mouse 7 Control panel 8 Slide of lower toner supply canister 9 Operator panel for input trays 10 Input tray 4 11 Input tray 3...
  • Page 42: Front View Of Vp5000 Advanced

    3.2.2 Front view of VP5000 advanced 3.2.2 Front view of VP5000 advanced 18 Housing with server A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do301.fm...
  • Page 43: Internal View

    3.2.3 Internal view 3.2.3 Internal view 1 2 3 1 Fuser station 2 Fuser oil container 3 Cleaning station 4 Charge station 5 Toner supply canister 6 Reject tray 7 Main power switch 8 Lower print unit 9 Upper print unit 10 Developer station 11 PC drum 12 Transfer station...
  • Page 44: Rear View

    3.2.4 Rear view 3.2.4 Rear view 1 Fine filter of upper print unit 2 Rear waste toner collector of upper print unit 3 Fine filter of lower print unit 4 Rear waste toner collector of lower print unit A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do301.fm...
  • Page 45: Rear View Of Vp5000 Advanced

    3.2.5 Rear view of VP5000 advanced 3.2.5 Rear view of VP5000 advanced 5 Housing with server A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do301.fm...
  • Page 46: Operating Elements

    3.3 Operating elements 3.3 Operating elements Different types of operating controls are available for the printing system: 3.3.1 Operating controls on the front of the housing >>> page 36 3.3.2 Operating controls in the printing system >>> page 38 3.3.1 Operating controls on the front of the housing Position Operating control and function On key...
  • Page 47 3.3.1 Operating controls on the front of the housing Position Operating control and function Operator panel for input trays It consists of a key and a row of display lamps for each input tray. • Keys for each input tray: –...
  • Page 48: Operating Controls In The Printing System

    3.3.2 Operating controls in the printing system 3.3.2 Operating controls in the printing system All operating controls, such as buttons, handles, slides etc. which the operator may use in the printing system are green. These include: • green knobs and release knobs: Operating controls for removing a paper jam •...
  • Page 49: Paper Path

    3.4 Paper path 3.4 Paper path This section describes the paper path for the following print modes: 3.4.1 Simplex printing >>> page 39 3.4.2 Duplex printing >>> page 40 3.4.3 Simplex printing with two colors >>> page 41 3.4.4 Duplex printing with two colors >>> page 42 3.4.1 Simplex printing In simplex printing (auto mode), the paper is fed alternately to the upper and lower print units and printed on one side.
  • Page 50: Duplex Printing

    3.4.2 Duplex printing 3.4.2 Duplex printing In duplex printing (auto mode), the paper is printed on both sides. It is conveyed from the input to the lower print unit and then up via turning bay 1. There it runs through the upper print unit and is transported to the paper output via turning bay 2.
  • Page 51: Simplex Printing With Two Colors

    3.4.3 Simplex printing with two colors 3.4.3 Simplex printing with two colors In two-color simplex printing (CustomTone simplex), the same side of the page is printed in two different colors. Each print unit prints part of the print image in a different color. The paper is fed from the input to the lower print unit and the first part of the image is then printed.
  • Page 52: Duplex Printing With Two Colors

    3.4.4 Duplex printing with two colors 3.4.4 Duplex printing with two colors In two-color duplex printing (CustomTone duplex), each side of the page is printed in two colors. 3.4.4.1 Printing on the front side with two colors The paper is fed from the input to the lower print unit and the first part of the image is printed on the front side.
  • Page 53: Printing On The Back Side With The First Color

    3.4.4.2 Printing on the back side with the first color 3.4.4.2 Printing on the back side with the first color The paper printed on one side, now changes direction in turning bay 3 and travels diagonally to the upper paper path. It is then conveyed back to the lower print unit, which prints the first part of the print image on the back side.
  • Page 54: Printing On The Back Side With The Second Color

    3.4.4.3 Printing on the back side with the second color 3.4.4.3 Printing on the back side with the second color After leaving the lower print unit, the paper is conveyed directly to the upper print unit which adds the second color to the print image on the back side. The paper is then conveyed via turning bay 2 to the paper output.
  • Page 55: Interposer

    3.5 Interposer 3.5 Interposer The Interposer is a paper input unit that is used for paper post processing devices, which can integrate additional paper that cannot be printed on into customer applications. For example, it enables you to automatically insert pre-printed cover sheets, tabs as well as fine paper that should not go through the printing system’s fusing process into customer jobs.
  • Page 56 3.5 Interposer A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do301.fm...
  • Page 57: Operator Panel

    4 Operator panel 4 Operator panel 4.1 Overview This section describes the individual areas of the operator panel with the most important symbols and buttons (Version 02.05.27). You will also find out how to navigate through the menus, set parameters and to start and acknowledge the replacement of consumables and expendables.
  • Page 58: Operator Panel Description

    4.2 Operator panel description 4.2 Operator panel description The operator panel is divided into three main areas. Click on the operating controls with the mouse; enter alphanumerical values with the keyboard. 1 Toolbar: see section 4.2.1 Toolbar of VarioPrint, page 49 2 Menu tree: see section 4.2.2 Menu tree, page 56 3 Menu display: see section 4.2.3 Menu display, page 63 A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do401.fm...
  • Page 59: Toolbar Of Varioprint

    4.2.1 Toolbar of VarioPrint 4.2.1 Toolbar of VarioPrint The toolbar can be used to access important functions of the printing system quickly and to switch directly to frequently used menus. 1 see section 4.2.1.1 Buttons and displays in the left-hand area, page 50 2 see section 4.2.1.2 Center area buttons and displays, page 51 3 see section 4.2.1.3 Frame icon bar, page 55 A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do401.fm...
  • Page 60: Buttons And Displays In The Left-Hand Area

    4.2.1.1 Buttons and displays in the left-hand area 4.2.1.1 Buttons and displays in the left-hand area Button Function switches the printing system back from "Stop" or "Error" status to operational status. Requirements: • all errors corrected • Controller and system control are ready When the printing system is ready for operation: •...
  • Page 61: Center Area Buttons And Displays

    4.2.1.2 Center area buttons and displays 4.2.1.2 Center area buttons and displays Button / Display Function Displays the current printer status. The individual displays have different background colors depending on the printer status: • Green: the printer is printing or is ready to print •...
  • Page 62 4.2.1.2 Center area buttons and displays Button / Display Function The printing system is switching to "Stop" status. The printing system is in "Stop" status. Printing is interrupted because pre/post processing has stopped. The printing process continues when the pre/post processing is ready. The printing system is being prepared for power off.
  • Page 63 4.2.1.2 Center area buttons and displays Button / Display Function changes to the <Emulations> menu. Here the following buttons are available under "Job control": Cancels the current print job. The data in the page buffer is erased. Requirement: The printing system is in "Stop" status. only in PCL mode and only if the printing system is in the "Stop"...
  • Page 64 4.2.1.2 Center area buttons and displays Button / Display Function Flashes when there is a warning. Flashes when there is information. When there is no error message, warning or information, the button is hidden. Clicking on the button, takes you to the menu <Errors and warnings>...
  • Page 65: Frame Icon Bar

    4.2.1.3 Frame icon bar 4.2.1.3 Frame icon bar On the right is the higher-level frame icon bar for the complete printing system. These buttons can be used to quickly access higher-level functions in the printing system, and to switch directly to frequently used menus. Button Function Switches to the <User profile>...
  • Page 66: Menu Tree

    4.2.2 Menu tree 4.2.2 Menu tree All the menus can be accessed via the menu tree. The menus are structured into main groups, e. g: • [0] <General> The user settings valid for the entire printing system can be made in these menus. •...
  • Page 67: Menus

    4.2.2.1 Menus <General> Note The menus displayed in the menu tree depend on the different authorizations for the individual user categories. This documentation describes all menu options normally set up for the user categories "Operator" and "Key Operator". Further information: 4.2.2.1 Menus <General>...
  • Page 68: Menus

    4.2.2.2 Menus <VarioPrint> 4.2.2.2 Menus <VarioPrint> Note Menus that can be opened by the user "Key operator" as standard are shown in italics in the table. Menu Description Menus <VarioPrint> Display of basic information on the printing system: • Number of all DIN A4 pages printed in the user operation so far •...
  • Page 69 4.2.2.2 Menus <VarioPrint> Menu Description Menu <Format preselection> Selection of formats displayed in the paper menus: • <Paper> <Format sizes> <Format selection> • <Paper> <Papers> <Standard properties> Menu <Format sizes> Selection or input of formats and setting of format attributes Menu <Paper preselection>...
  • Page 70 4.2.2.2 Menus <VarioPrint> Menu Description Menu <Links> Display and settings of the mappings between tray numbers, paper names and output trays used Menus <Print parameters> The lower level menus contain specific parameters for the printing system Menu <Contrast> Setting the contrast for the upper and lower print units Menu <Fusing temperature>...
  • Page 71 4.2.2.2 Menus <VarioPrint> Menu Description Menu <Standard resources> Selection and input of standard resources for PCL mode Menu <Resource management> Installing new resources or deleting existing resources Menu <Channels> Display of current channel settings and settings for the channel control. Menu <Channel A>...
  • Page 72: Menus

    4.2.2.3 Menus <Paper Path Manager> Menu Description Menu <Independent of print unit> Simple procedures for replacing paddles in the output trays Menu <Replace cleaning blade> Procedure for replacing or turning a cleaning blade in the upper or lower cleaning or transfer stations Menu <Replace corotrons>...
  • Page 73: Menu Display

    4.2.3 Menu display 4.2.3 Menu display This area shows the menu selected in the menu tree. You can select or set all parameters required to operate the printing systems here. Note Detailed information on all menus and operational controls is available directly in the operator panel via the context-sensitive direct help.
  • Page 74 4.2.3 Menu display A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do401.fm...
  • Page 75: Using The Operator Panel

    4.3 Using the operator panel 4.3 Using the operator panel This section contains information on the following topics: 4.3.1 User settings by the Key Operator >>> page 66 4.3.2 User settings made by the Operator >>> page 69 4.3.3 Configure parameters >>> page 73 4.3.4 Working with wizards >>>...
  • Page 76: User Settings By The Key Operator

    4.3.1 User settings by the Key Operator 4.3.1 User settings by the Key Operator As a Key Operator, you can normally make the following user settings: 4.3.1.1 Add user >>> page 66 4.3.1.2 Delete user >>> page 67 4.3.1.3 Edit user >>> page 67 Note A logged-on user can only create, delete or edit users who have a lower authorization level.
  • Page 77: Delete User

    4.3.1.2 Delete user 4.3.1.2 Delete user Proceed as follows: Click the <General> <User management> <Delete user> menu. Select user: • If a whole user group is to be deleted: select the entry "Template" under "Type" select the desired template under "Name." •...
  • Page 78 4.3.1.3 Edit user Set password and authorization level for user Proceed as follows: Click on the "General" tab. Enter the password and re-enter it identically under "Password confirmation". The password may consist of any characters. Set authorization level. Authorization levels can only be changed to one level below that of the person editing the level.
  • Page 79: User Settings Made By The Operator

    4.3.2 User settings made by the Operator Preset language for user Proceed as follows: Click on the "User Profile" tab. Select the desired language in the selection list. Click on the following button: 4.3.2 User settings made by the Operator As an Operator, you can normally make the following user settings: 4.3.2.1 Log on as user and request an access ticket >>>...
  • Page 80: Log On As User And Request An Access Ticket

    4.3.2.1 Log on as user and request an access ticket 4.3.2.1 Log on as user and request an access ticket To be able to set parameters on the operator panel, you must first log on as a user and then request the access ticket.
  • Page 81: Change Password

    4.3.2.2 Change Password 4.3.2.2 Change Password Proceed as follows: Click the <General> <User> <User profile> menu. Click on the "Password" tab. Enter the old password and then enter the new password twice. The password may consist of any characters. Click on the following button: 4.3.2.3 Change language Proceed as follows: Click the <General>...
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  • Page 83: Configure Parameters

    4.3.3 Configure parameters 4.3.3 Configure parameters All parameters of the printing system can be set at the operator panel. The following prerequisites have to be satisfied: • The necessary rights are available. These rights are allocated by the respective "Key operator"...
  • Page 84: Applying Or Resetting Parameters

    4.3.3.2 Applying or resetting parameters 4.3.3.2 Applying or resetting parameters If you change parameters in a menu, you have to confirm these changes before switching to another menu. Button Function The parameters are applied. The parameters are not applied; instead the parameters in place before the change are restored.
  • Page 85: Working With Wizards

    4.3.4 Working with wizards 4.3.4 Working with wizards The <wizards> menu in the operator panel makes it quick and easy to configure the printing system. The following wizards are available: • Job wizard for configuring the printing system, see section 4.3.4.1 Calling up and operating the Job wizard., page 77 •...
  • Page 86 4.3.4 Working with wizards Other information: Stop wizard (pause) >>> page 76 Continuing the procedure >>> page 76 Reset settings per dialog >>> page 76 Apply settings >>> page 77 Stop wizard (pause) You can stop the wizard at any time and select other menus from the menu tree. Notice While the wizard is paused, do not select any menus that are managed in the wizard.
  • Page 87: Calling Up And Operating The Job Wizard

    4.3.4.1 Calling up and operating the Job wizard. Proceed as follows: Press . Only the settings for the currently displayed dialog will be reset. The previous and subsequent dialogs will not be changed. Apply settings The settings for the printing system can be applied at the end of every procedure: Proceed as follows: Press 4.3.4.1 Calling up and operating the Job wizard.
  • Page 88 4.3.4.1 Calling up and operating the Job wizard. • Apply settings >>> page 77 Load setup The Setup dialog is the first dialog that appears after calling up the Job wizard. If you do not want to load a setup, click Next to go to the next dialog. Proceed as follows: Click on the "Display available setups"...
  • Page 89: Calling Up And Operating The Paper Wizard

    4.3.4.2 Calling up and operating the Paper wizard. Proceed as follows: Press The settings will be saved in the setup. Note Before you can save settings in an existing setup, you must first have selected the setup in the first dialog of the wizard. It is not possible to save settings in an existing setup without having first selected this setup.
  • Page 90: Calling Up And Operating The Format Wizard

    4.3.4.3 Calling up and operating the Format wizard. Proceed as follows: Select a format from the table and click on Alternative: If you want to create a new format for the newly defined paper: Press Enter the corresponding formats in the Format wizard and apply, (see section 4.3.4.3 Calling up and operating the Format wizard., page 80).
  • Page 91 4.3.4.3 Calling up and operating the Format wizard. Proceed as follows: Press A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do405.fm...
  • Page 92: Starting And Confirming The Replacement Of A Consumable Or Expendable

    4.3.5 Starting and confirming the replacement of a consumable or expendable 4.3.5 Starting and confirming the replacement of a consumable or expendable In the operator panel, you are provided with information on the current status of the printing system. Warning and/or error messages indicate when consumables or expendables have to be added or replaced.
  • Page 93 4.3.5 Starting and confirming the replacement of a consumable or expendable Requirements: • the user rights for replacing the developer are available • the access ticket for this operator field is requested • the printing system is in "stop" or "error" status, i.e. not printing •...
  • Page 94 4.3.5 Starting and confirming the replacement of a consumable or expendable Proceed as follows: Press The relevant menu under <Consumable replacement> is opened, here the <Replace developer> menu. The option fields are prefilled depending on the selected consumable/expendable, in the printer view the consumable/expendable is highlighted in yellow, e. g.: The printer view can also be completely hidden or shown by clicking the arrow symbols.
  • Page 95 4.3.5 Starting and confirming the replacement of a consumable or expendable Proceed as follows: Press the button. A new menu window is opened, displaying the most important operations, e. g.: A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do405.fm...
  • Page 96 4.3.5 Starting and confirming the replacement of a consumable or expendable Proceed as follows: If required, start or confirm individual operations by clicking the checkboxes. The symbols on the left side show the type of operation in question: These operations are recorded by sensors of the printing system.
  • Page 97 4.3.5 Starting and confirming the replacement of a consumable or expendable Proceed as follows: After the consumable/expendable has been completely replaced, the replacement must be confirmed: The replacement procedure is complete. The counter for this consumable/expendable is reset. and/or The replacement procedure is canceled. The counter for this consumable/expendable is not reset.
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  • Page 99: Operating The Printing System

    5 Operating the printing system 5 Operating the printing system 5.1 Overview This section explains how to turn the printing system on and off, how to fill, remove and change the paper, and how to set up a print job. For printing with two colors (Océ Custom Tone option), replacing the developer station is described in detail.
  • Page 100: Powering On The Printing System

    5.2 Powering on the printing system 5.2 Powering on the printing system Proceed as follows: Close all input trays and output trays. Open the center right door. Turn the main power switch to the "I" position. For the exact location of the main switch, see also 3.2.3 Internal view >>>...
  • Page 101: Paper Specifications

    5.3 Paper specifications 5.3 Paper specifications This section contains information on the following topics: 5.3.1 General information >>> page 91 5.3.2 Paper types >>> page 92 5.3.3 Climate and paper >>> page 92 5.3.4 Paper handling >>> page 92 5.3.1 General information To ensure maximum system availability, the paper must comply with the paper specifications for cut sheet printing systems (see section 1.6 Other documents, page 12)and be stored in an environment with suitable ambient conditions.
  • Page 102: Paper Types

    5.3.2 Paper types 5.3.2 Paper types All media that comply with the requirements of the electrophotographic printing method can be used in all specified formats and paper weights (paper specification (see section 1.6 Other documents, page 12)). 5.3.3 Climate and paper The climate (temperature and relative humidity) in the storeroom or processing room is of major importance in ensuring optimum paper processing.
  • Page 103: Refilling Paper

    5.4 Refilling paper 5.4 Refilling paper When the fill level falls below a certain height in an input tray, the warning "Input tray X empty " is displayed on the operator panel. The input tray is lowered. All the associated display lamps flash while this is happening.
  • Page 104 5.4 Refilling paper Proceed as follows: Open the pack at the tear-off or glued strip on the lower seam. Never use force, i.e. by breaking it over the edge of a table or over your knee. Remove paper from the box. Fan out the stack with your hands.
  • Page 105 5.4 Refilling paper Proceed as follows: If you need only a part of the stack, repack the rest in the original packaging. This ensures the room climate does not change the running properties of the paper before it is used again. Important Pushing in the input tray too sharply and quickly can move the stack of paper.
  • Page 106: Removing Paper From The Output Tray

    5.5 Removing paper from the output tray 5.5 Removing paper from the output tray If the warning "Output tray X full" is displayed, the paper can be removed during printing. If the error message "Output tray X full" is displayed, the printing system stops and the output tray moves down automatically.
  • Page 107 5.5 Removing paper from the output tray Proceed as follows: When the stacker platform has stopped moving pull up the handle to release the output tray and pull the tray slowly and evenly out of the printer. Lift out the platform and put to one side.
  • Page 108 5.5 Removing paper from the output tray Proceed as follows: Replace the empty platform on the tray, making sure that the feet of the platform slot into the holes. Slide the output tray back into the printer. The catches should engage noticeably.
  • Page 109: Replacing Paper

    5.6 Replacing paper 5.6 Replacing paper When using different paper in the paper input or in the cascade, you must observe the following sections in the documentation and the following menu settings in the operator panel. Paper change Action see section/menu Paper Size Check paper format 5.6.1 Paper formats and paper...
  • Page 110: Paper Formats And Paper Direction

    5.6.1 Paper formats and paper direction 5.6.1 Paper formats and paper direction The following tables list all permitted paper formats with paper direction Short formats Name of format Length x Width Paper direction DIN A4 (ISO A4) 210 mm x 297 mm DIN A4 + tab (ISO A4 tab) 8.78 in x 297 mm (flags are positioned at the...
  • Page 111 5.6.1 Paper formats and paper direction Long formats Name of format Length x Width Paper direction DIN A4 SEF (Short edge feed) 11.69 in x 210 mm (ISO A4 SEF) DIN A3 (ISO A3) 16.54 in x 11.69in DIN A3/uncut (RA3) 16.93 in x 12.01 in DIN B4 (JIS B4) 14.33 in x 10.12 in...
  • Page 112: Configuring The Input Tray

    5.6.2 Configuring the input tray 5.6.2 Configuring the input tray The following description is valid for the input trays of the paper input, the cascade and the Interposer. Proceed as follows: Press <Stop> button. Change the paper parameters for the individual input tray at the operator panel in the menu <VarioPrint>...
  • Page 113 5.6.2 Configuring the input tray Proceed as follows: Open the guides with the green levers for paper width and paper length until they engage. Open the pack at the tear-off or glued strip on the lower seam. Never use force, i.e. by breaking it over the edge of a table or over your knee.
  • Page 114 5.6.2 Configuring the input tray Proceed as follows: Insert a paper stack of approximately 20 mm height so that it fits into the left corner. Insert tabs so that flags are positioned at the rear on the broad side in the machine direction.
  • Page 115 5.6.2 Configuring the input tray Proceed as follows: Fill with paper until the maximum fill level is reached. 16. If you need only a part of the stack, repack the rest in the original packaging. This ensures the room climate does not change the running properties of the paper before it is used again.
  • Page 116: Configuring The Output Tray

    5.6.3 Configuring the output tray 5.6.3 Configuring the output tray Proceed as follows: Removing paper from the output tray, (see section 5.5 Removing paper from the output tray, page 96, steps 1 to 7). Open the left door. Move the bar on the desired output tray until the appropriate position for the paper width is reached.
  • Page 117: Setting The Oiling Quantity

    5.6.5 Setting the oiling quantity 5.6.5 Setting the oiling quantity The oiling quantity depends on the paper quality, coverage and format width. For variable formats the format width is always defined as 305 mm by the printer and the maximum oil quantity is fed. In order to avoid excessive oiling, the quantity of oil must be determined individually for every format width and stored in a setup in the <Setup>...
  • Page 118: Solving Stack Problems

    5.6.6 Solving stack problems 5.6.6 Solving stack problems This section contains information on the following topics: 5.6.6.1 Setting paddle force and paper pressure >>> page 108 5.6.6.2 Setting down pressure >>> page 109 5.6.6.1 Setting paddle force and paper pressure A low paddle force reduces the tendency to vibrate and usually improves stacking performance.
  • Page 119: Setting Down Pressure

    5.6.6.2 Setting down pressure 5.6.6.2 Setting down pressure The standard setting is -1. Proceed as follows: Press <Stop> button. Open the left door. If sheets rebound off the stack in the output tray, set a higher value by turning the knob to the right. Turn the knob until the required value is visible in the window.
  • Page 120: Paper Formats And Associated Oiling Rollers

    5.6.7 Paper formats and associated oiling rollers 5.6.7 Paper formats and associated oiling rollers The appropriate oiling roller must be installed for each of the various paper formats (see following table). Paper formats Oiling roller DIN A4, DIN A3 S26312-F1064 DIN A4 uncut DIN A3/uncut Variable formats: Width 11.06 in to 12.20 in...
  • Page 121: Setting Up A Print Job

    5.7 Setting up a print job 5.7 Setting up a print job This section contains an example of how to prepare a job via the menu, which actions you must perform and what you need to check. 5.7.1 Print job details >>> page 111 5.7.2 Select menu settings of the print job >>>...
  • Page 122: Select Menu Settings Of The Print Job

    5.7.2 Select menu settings of the print job 5.7.2 Select menu settings of the print job The settings for the print job can be divided as follows: 5.7.2.1 Select print parameters >>> page 112 5.7.2.2 Select paper settings >>> page 114 5.7.2.3 Select input tray parameters >>>...
  • Page 123 5.7.2.1 Select print parameters Proceed as follows: Set lock to (synchronous). Set the slide for the fusing temperature to "Normal" in the upper field "Fusing temperature". Click <Apply>. Select the <Oiling> menu. Set lock to (synchronous). Set the slide for oiling to "Normal" in the upper field "Oiling".
  • Page 124: Select Paper Settings

    5.7.2.2 Select paper settings Proceed as follows: Select the required print mode in the "Print mode" field. If you want to use the print mode defined in the print job, select the "Monochrom Auto mode" print type. The "stacker direction" area will show how the sheets will be output and stacked internally and externally.
  • Page 125 5.7.2.2 Select paper settings Proceed as follows: Use the "To 1st Page" and "To 2nd Page" buttons to select the page for which the shift needs to be set. Select the desired value of the page in the fields "Horizontal" and "Vertical" respectively.
  • Page 126: Select Input Tray Parameters

    5.7.2.3 Select input tray parameters 5.7.2.3 Select input tray parameters Proceed as follows: On the operator panel, select <VarioPrint> <Configuration> <Input> menu. Select the <General> menu. Select "Tray number mode" in the "Mapping" field. Click <Apply>. Select the <Tray assignment> menu. Select the paper for the input trays in the „Paper name“...
  • Page 127: Select Output Tray Parameters

    5.7.2.4 Select output tray parameters Proceed as follows: Select the paper to be used for the tray numbers set in the print job in the „Paper name“ column. 10. Click <Apply>. 5.7.2.4 Select output tray parameters Proceed as follows: On the operator panel, select the <VarioPrint> <Configuration> <Output> menu. Select the <Tray attributes>...
  • Page 128: Performing Mechanical Tasks For Print Job

    5.7.3 Performing mechanical tasks for print job Proceed as follows: Select "Internal trays mapped" Click <Apply>. 5.7.3 Performing mechanical tasks for print job If the paper format or the paper type is changed, mechanical tasks must also be carried out (see section 5.6 Replacing paper, page 99).
  • Page 129: Power Off The Printing System

    5.8 Power off the printing system 5.8 Power off the printing system Proceed as follows: At the operator panel in the <VarioPrint> <Configuration> <Channels> menu, set the clutch symbol to for channel A, channel B, or channel C, and confirm query with <Yes>.
  • Page 130: Printing With Two Colors

    5.9 Printing with Two Colors 5.9 Printing with Two Colors ® With printing systems with the Océ CustomTone option, you can print with two colors. You can also use MICR QCDS (Quick Change Developer Station). Important Note when using MICR When using MICR, the developer station and the fuser station must be MICR- compatible.
  • Page 131: Preparing The Trolley

    5.9.1 Preparing the Trolley 5.9.1 Preparing the Trolley The trolley is used for several types of printing system. Labels on the trolley indicate which settings are valid for each printing system. 1 Handle 2 Foot pedal 3 Parking brake 4 Stop plate 5 Position of stoppers lower developer station and lower fuser station 6 Elevating platform 7 Position of stoppers upper developer station and upper fuser station...
  • Page 132 5.9.1 Preparing the Trolley The trolley is equipped with two adjustable stoppers - one on the right and one one the left side of the trolley. You set the elevating platform of the trolley to the work height that is required for each of the four stations using the stoppers (upper and lower developer station, upper and lower fuser station).
  • Page 133 5.9.1 Preparing the Trolley Adjust stop plate Check the position of the stop plate on the base of the trolley. If the stop plate is not in the first lock-in position for "VP 5000": Proceed as follows: Loosen the star grip screws. Push the stop plate inwards to the first lock.
  • Page 134 5.9.1 Preparing the Trolley Adjusting stoppers for the stations Before replacing stations, check that the stoppers are in the correct position for the station. Check the label. If the stoppers are not in the correct position: Proceed as follows: Unfasten the star grip screw on the left- and right-hand trolley stoppers.
  • Page 135 5.9.1 Preparing the Trolley Proceed as follows: Move the right and left stop point to the correct position for the station. Re-tighten the star grip screws on the stoppers. A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do501.fm...
  • Page 136: Replacing Fuser Station

    5.9.2 Replacing fuser station 5.9.2 Replacing fuser station Caution The components in the fuser station reach a surface temperature of approximately C during operation. If you touch them, you may burn yourself. Allow the fuser station to cool down approx. 1/2 hour before starting work. The fuser station is heavy, approx.
  • Page 137: Removing Fuser Station

    5.9.2.1 Removing fuser station 5.9.2.1 Removing fuser station Proceed as follows: Press <Stop> button on the operator panel. Open the center doors. Caution If you pull out the fuser station too sharply and quickly, you could pull it beyond its stop point causing it to drop to the floor.
  • Page 138 5.9.2.1 Removing fuser station Proceed as follows: Removing the upper fuser station: • Push foot pedal down, and simultaneously, using the handle, push the elevating platform down until the top edge of the tray is on the elevating platform under the developer station.
  • Page 139 5.9.2.1 Removing fuser station Proceed as follows: Push the trolley beneath the fuser station so that the stopper plate is touching the printing system. Align trolley in such a way that the tray on the elevating platform is aligned dead center with the fuser station. This guarantees that the tray does not abut against anything when it is being raised.
  • Page 140: Replacing Fuser Station On The Trolley

    5.9.2.2 Replacing fuser station on the trolley Proceed as follows: Press in the spring catch on the left telescopic rail and use your other hand to push in the guide rail on the side of the printer completely. Then press in the spring catch on the right telescopic rail and use your other hand to push in the guide rail on the side of the printer completely.
  • Page 141 5.9.2.2 Replacing fuser station on the trolley Proceed as follows: • Unfasten the star grip screw on the left- and right-hand trolley stoppers. • Push the stoppers on the right and left sides to the highest position. A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do501.fm...
  • Page 142 5.9.2.2 Replacing fuser station on the trolley Proceed as follows: • Re-tighten the star grip screws on the stoppers. Press the foot pedal and, using the handlebar, raise or lower the elevating platform to bring it to the same level as the surface on which the station is lying. Press down the lock on the elevating platform and push the tray with the fuser station you have just removed...
  • Page 143 5.9.2.2 Replacing fuser station on the trolley Proceed as follows: Drag the tray containing the fuser station you want to insert onto the trolley’s guide rails, across the locking pins to the stop point. 10. Only for installing the lower fuser station: •...
  • Page 144 5.9.2.2 Replacing fuser station on the trolley Proceed as follows: Move the right and left stopper to the correct position for the fuser station to be installed. Tighten the star grip screws on the stoppers. A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do501.fm...
  • Page 145: Installing Fuser Station

    5.9.2.3 Installing fuser station 5.9.2.3 Installing fuser station Proceed as follows: Important Possibility of damage to the fuser station when the elevating platform is raised. The guide rails for the fuser station on the printing system must be fully pushed in. Only for the upper fuser station: •...
  • Page 146 5.9.2.3 Installing fuser station Proceed as follows: Push the trolley in front of the fuser station bay so that the stopper plate is touching the printing system. Adjust the lateral position of the trolley to bring the telescopic rails on the fuser station into line with the guide rails on the printing system.
  • Page 147 5.9.2.3 Installing fuser station Proceed as follows: Press the foot pedal and, using the handlebar, and simultaneously move the elevating platform to the center position. Move the trolley to the parking position and press the levers for the roller brakes on the two rear wheels. The trolley can now no longer be moved.
  • Page 148 5.9.2.3 Installing fuser station Proceed as follows: Take hold of the fuser station by the rotary knob and push in. Rotate the knob to the right until it engages. Close the center doors. Press <Ready> button on the operator panel. A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do501.fm...
  • Page 149: Replace Developer Station

    5.9.3 Replace developer station 5.9.3 Replace developer station This section describes in detail all work-steps that you should carry out when replacing the developer station. Each station should be replaced with the aid of a trolley. Prepare the trolley before removing the developer station, see section 5.9.1 Preparing the Trolley, page 121.
  • Page 150: Remove Developer Station

    5.9.3.1 Remove developer station 5.9.3.1 Remove developer station Proceed as follows: Press the <Stop> button. Open the center doors. Caution If removed too quickly and suddenly, the developer station can be pulled out beyond the stops and fall down. There is a danger of injury to you and of damage to the developer station.
  • Page 151 5.9.3.1 Remove developer station Proceed as follows: Removing the upper developer station: • Push foot pedal down, and simultaneously, using the handle, push the elevating platform down until the top edge of the tray is on the elevating platform under the developer station.
  • Page 152 5.9.3.1 Remove developer station Proceed as follows: Push the trolley beneath the developer station so that the stopper plate is touching the printing system. Align trolley in such a way that the cup on the elevating platform is aligned dead center with the developer station.
  • Page 153 5.9.3.1 Remove developer station Proceed as follows: Press in the spring catch on the left telescopic rail and use your other hand to push in the guide rail on the side of the printer completely. Then press in the spring catch on the right telescopic rail and use your other hand to push in the guide rail on the side of the printer completely.
  • Page 154: Replacing The Developer Station On The Trolley

    5.9.3.2 Replacing the Developer Station on the Trolley 5.9.3.2 Replacing the Developer Station on the Trolley Proceed as follows: Move the trolley to where the developer stations are stored. Only after removing the lower developer station: • Unfasten the star grip screws on the left- and right-hand trolley stoppers.
  • Page 155 5.9.3.2 Replacing the Developer Station on the Trolley Proceed as follows: • Push the stoppers on the right and left sides to the "EWS open" position. • Re-tighten the star grip screws on the stoppers Press the foot pedal and, using the handlebar, raise or lower the elevating platformto bring it to the same level as the surface on which the developer station is lying.
  • Page 156 5.9.3.2 Replacing the Developer Station on the Trolley Proceed as follows: Press down the lock on the elevating platform and push the tray with the developer station you have just removed onto the storage surface. Drag the tray containing the developer station you want to insert onto the trolley’s guide rails, across the locking pins to the stop point.
  • Page 157 5.9.3.2 Replacing the Developer Station on the Trolley Proceed as follows: • Release the star grip screws on the right and left stoppers of the trolley. • Push the stoppers on the right and left sides to the "EWS lower" position.
  • Page 158: Install Developer Station

    5.9.3.3 Install developer station 5.9.3.3 Install developer station Proceed as follows: Important Possibility of damage to the developer station when the elevating platform is raised. The guide rails for the developer station on the printing system must be fully pushed Only for the upper developer station: •...
  • Page 159 5.9.3.3 Install developer station Proceed as follows: Push the trolley in front of the developer station bay so that the stopper plate is touching the printing system. Adjust the lateral position of the trolley to bring the telescopic rails on the developer station into line with the guide rails on the printing system.
  • Page 160 5.9.3.3 Install developer station Proceed as follows: Only for the upper developer station: • Press the foot pedal and, using the handlebar, move the elevating platformto the center position. Only for the lower developer station: • Press the foot pedal and, using the handlebar, lower the elevating platformccompletely down.
  • Page 161 5.9.3.3 Install developer station Proceed as follows: Move the trolley to the parking position and press the levers for the roller brakes on the two rear wheels. The trolley can now no longer be moved. Push the developer station back into the printing system.
  • Page 162: Menu Settings For Color Printing

    5.9.4 Menu settings for color printing 5.9.4 Menu settings for color printing Proceed as follows: On the operator panel, select the <VarioPrint> <Configuration> <Print parameters> menu. Select <Print mode> menu. Select print mode "CustomTone Simplex" or "CustomTone Duplex". Click <Apply>. Select the <Color management>menu.
  • Page 163 5.9.5 Automatic menu settings when using MICR Menu Effect <Oiling> The oiling quantity is automatically set to normal and cannot be changed. <Print mode> The print mode is set automatically and cannot be changed. <Printing system> The double sheet sensor is automatically switched on and cannot be switched off.
  • Page 164: Calculation And Input Of Shrinkage Compensation

    5.9.6 Calculation and input of shrinkage compensation 5.9.6 Calculation and input of shrinkage compensation Due to the shrinking of the paper during the fusing process, the black portion gets slightly displaced with respect to the color portion in CustomTone printing. This shift increases continuously with the sheet length, causing register inaccuracies of up to 2 mm to occur in long formats.
  • Page 165 5.9.6 Calculation and input of shrinkage compensation Proceed as follows: Paper direction First measurement Select the unit of measurement. Enter the measured value in the "Distance of the object from the leading edge of the sheet" area on the operator panel. A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do501.fm...
  • Page 166 5.9.6 Calculation and input of shrinkage compensation Proceed as follows: Measure the shift of one color to the other on the print object for which the first measurement was taken. Paper direction Second measurement Select the unit of measurement. Enter the measured value in the "Register discrepancy of the object"...
  • Page 167 5.9.6 Calculation and input of shrinkage compensation Horizontal passer shift Note The measurements and settings must be carried out separately for leading and trailing edge. Proceed as follows: Select the <VarioPrint> <Configuration> <Paper> <Papers> menu at the operator panel. Select the tab <Shrinkage compensation>. Select the page for which the setting needs to be done using the buttons in the "Switch page"...
  • Page 168 5.9.6 Calculation and input of shrinkage compensation A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do501.fm...
  • Page 169: Cleaning The Printing System

    6 Cleaning the printing system 6 Cleaning the printing system 6.1 Overview This section shows you the intervals for cleaning the different components. Strictly observe the following safety information when cleaning. Caution Printing system could start unexpectedly if not in the "Stop" status. Before cleaning, ensure that the printing system is in the "Stop"...
  • Page 170 6.1 Overview You will find information on the following topics: 6.2 Cleaning intervals >>> page 161 6.3 Daily cleaning >>> page 162 6.4 Weekly cleaning >>> page 181 6.5 Cleaning corotron wires if an error occurs >>> page 196 A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do601.fm...
  • Page 171: Cleaning Intervals

    6.2 Cleaning intervals 6.2 Cleaning intervals All input and output trays, the upper and lower developer, charge, fusing and cleaning stations and both transfer discharge sticks must always be cleaned. Time Where?/Component section Daily Output trays 6.3.1 Cleaning output trays >>>...
  • Page 172: Daily Cleaning

    6.3 Daily cleaning 6.3 Daily cleaning The following daily cleaning operations are listed in this section: 6.3.1 Cleaning output trays >>> page 162 6.3.2 Cleaning the developer station >>> page 166 6.3.3 Cleaning the charge station >>> page 168 6.3.4 Cleaning the transfer station >>> page 170 6.3.5 Cleaning the fuser station daily >>>...
  • Page 173 6.3.1 Cleaning output trays Output trays Both output trays must be cleaned. Proceed as follows: Press the key on the output tray. The stacker platform is lowered. Caution If you pull out the output tray too sharply and quickly, you could pull it beyond its stop point, causing it to drop to the floor.
  • Page 174 6.3.1 Cleaning output trays Proceed as follows: Lift out the platform and put to one side. With a stack of paper, the platform can weigh up to 10 kg (22 lbs). Remove the stack of paper. Vacuum inside the output tray. A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do601.fm...
  • Page 175 6.3.1 Cleaning output trays Proceed as follows: Replace the empty platform on the tray, making sure that the feet of the platform slot into the holes. Slide the output tray back into the printer. The catches should engage noticeably. The platform is then raised automatically.
  • Page 176: Cleaning The Developer Station

    6.3.2 Cleaning the developer station 6.3.2 Cleaning the developer station You must clean the upper and lower developer stations. Proceed as follows: Open the center doors Caution If you pull out the developer station too sharply and quickly, you could pull it beyond its stop point, causing it to drop to the floor.
  • Page 177 6.3.2 Cleaning the developer station Proceed as follows: Clean insulation felt, red luminescent strip and magnetic strip using a vacuum cleaner. Wipe the red luminescent strip with a soft cloth. Vacuum around the developer station and the toner supply canister. Push the developer station back into the printing system.
  • Page 178: Cleaning The Charge Station

    6.3.3 Cleaning the charge station 6.3.3 Cleaning the charge station You must clean the upper and lower charge stations. Proceed as follows: In the operator panel park the corotron wires in the park position. Loosen the star grip screw. Remove the charge station and put it to one side, with the underside facing A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do601.fm...
  • Page 179 6.3.3 Cleaning the charge station Proceed as follows: Remove any foreign matter from the U- shaped guide bar. Vacuum the U-shaped guide bar and green luminescent strips Wipe the U-shaped guide bar and green luminescent strips with a soft cloth. Push the charge station back into the printing system.
  • Page 180: Cleaning The Transfer Station

    6.3.4 Cleaning the transfer station 6.3.4 Cleaning the transfer station You must clean the upper and lower transfer station. Proceed as follows: Caution If you pull out the transfer station too sharply and quickly, you could pull it beyond its stop point, causing it to drop to the floor.
  • Page 181 6.3.4 Cleaning the transfer station Proceed as follows: Vacuum around the transport belt area. Carefully vacuum the area around the toner chamber. Clean the transport belt with a soft cloth. Release the support latch lever. Pull out the support. Important Possibility of danger to the foil in the transfer blade.
  • Page 182 6.3.4 Cleaning the transfer station Proceed as follows: Push the support back into the guide notch as follows: There is a spring catch in the front area of the guide notch. Press the black front section of the support against the guide notch to surmount the spring force.
  • Page 183 6.3.4 Cleaning the transfer station Proceed as follows: Take hold of the transfer station by the rotary knob and push in. Rotate the knob to the right until it engages. A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do601.fm...
  • Page 184: Cleaning The Fuser Station Daily

    6.3.5 Cleaning the fuser station daily 6.3.5 Cleaning the fuser station daily You must clean the upper and lower fuser stations. The printing system may contain either the fuser station -A1 or -A2. The variant is identified by a sticker on the fuser station. Differences between the daily and weekly cleaning operations of the fuser station.
  • Page 185 6.3.5 Cleaning the fuser station daily Proceed as follows: Turn rotary knob counterclockwise to the stop. Hold of the fuser station and pull it towards you slowly and evenly. Pull up the green safety lever and keep hold of it. Then pull the knob out, towards the front, and release the lower deflection segments.
  • Page 186 6.3.5 Cleaning the fuser station daily Proceed as follows: Turn the rotary knob to the right. The paper wiper unit moves up. Caution The sharp edges of the paper wiper fingers can cut you. Do not slide hands or fingers along the edges. Possibility of damage to the paper wiper fingers.
  • Page 187 6.3.5 Cleaning the fuser station daily Proceed as follows: Using a soft cloth, wipe any toner residue from the surfaces of the printing and fuser rollers and wipe oil residue (oil ring) from the ends of both rollers. Turn the rotary knob to the left. The paper wiper unit is returned to its original position.
  • Page 188 6.3.5 Cleaning the fuser station daily Proceed as follows: Take hold of the fuser station by the rotary knob and push in. Rotate the knob to the right until it engages. A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do601.fm...
  • Page 189: Cleaning The Cleaning Station

    6.3.6 Cleaning the cleaning station 6.3.6 Cleaning the cleaning station You must clean the upper and lower cleaning stations. Proceed as follows: Open the center doors Caution If you pull out the cleaning station too sharply and quickly, you could pull it beyond its stop point causing it to drop to the floor.
  • Page 190 6.3.6 Cleaning the cleaning station Proceed as follows: Wipe off the sealing blade and the U- shaped guide bar with a paper tissue. Replace damaged sealing blade (see section 7.3.2 Replacing the sealing blade (cleaning), page 231) . Push the cleaning station back into the system.
  • Page 191: Weekly Cleaning

    6.4 Weekly cleaning 6.4 Weekly cleaning The following weekly cleaning operations are listed in this section: 6.4.1 Cleaning the input trays >>> page 181 6.4.2 Cleaning the transfer discharge stick >>> page 184 6.4.3 Cleaning the fuser station weekly >>> page 186 6.4.4 Cleaning the operator panel >>>...
  • Page 192 6.4.1 Cleaning the input trays Proceed as follows: Take hold of the input tray by its recessed grip and pull out slowly until it stops. Caution Sharp paper edges can cause cuts. Do not slide hands or fingers along the edges. Remove the rest of the paper from the input tray.
  • Page 193 6.4.1 Cleaning the input trays Proceed as follows: Push the input tray back in slowly until the catch engages noticeably. It travels automatically up again. The number of lit display lamps indicates the filling level. A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do601.fm...
  • Page 194: Cleaning The Transfer Discharge Stick

    6.4.2 Cleaning the transfer discharge stick 6.4.2 Cleaning the transfer discharge stick You must clean the upper and lower transfer discharge stick. Proceed as follows: Caution If you pull out the transfer station too sharply and quickly, you could pull it beyond its stop point, causing it to drop to the floor.
  • Page 195 6.4.2 Cleaning the transfer discharge stick Proceed as follows: Important Possibility of damage to the transfer discharge stick. Only the supplied brush with plastic bristles may be used for cleaning the transfer discharge stick. Brush off the whole lower side of the transfer discharge stick with the supplied brush.
  • Page 196: Cleaning The Fuser Station Weekly

    6.4.3 Cleaning the fuser station weekly 6.4.3 Cleaning the fuser station weekly You must clean the upper and lower fuser stations. The printing system may contain either the fuser station -A1 or -A2. The variant is identified by a sticker on the fuser station. Differences between the daily and weekly cleaning operations of the fuser station.
  • Page 197 6.4.3 Cleaning the fuser station weekly Proceed as follows: Rotate the knob to the left until it engages. Take hold of the fuser station and pull it towards you slowly and evenly. Cleaning the left side of the fuser station Proceed as follows: Pull up the yellow safety lever and keep hold of it.
  • Page 198 6.4.3 Cleaning the fuser station weekly Proceed as follows: Turn the rotary knob to the right. The paper wiper unit moves up. Caution The sharp edges of the paper wiper fingers can cause cuts. Do not slide hands or fingers along the edges. Possibility of damage to the paper wiper fingers.
  • Page 199 6.4.3 Cleaning the fuser station weekly Proceed as follows: Using a soft cloth, wipe any toner residue from the surfaces of the printing and fuser rollers and wipe oil residue (oil ring) from the ends of both rollers. Turn the rotary knob to the left. The paper wiper unit is returned to its original position.
  • Page 200 6.4.3 Cleaning the fuser station weekly Proceed as follows: Clean the lower deflection segments with a soft cloth, paying particular attention to the area over which the paper runs. Wipe oil residue from the inside of the lower deflection segments. Return the oil trough to its original position.
  • Page 201 6.4.3 Cleaning the fuser station weekly Cleaning inside the fuser station Proceed as follows: Caution The components in the fuser station reach a surface temperature of approximately C during operation. If you touch them, you may burn yourself. Cleaning should be done preferably before you power on the printing system, while the fuser station is still cold.
  • Page 202 6.4.3 Cleaning the fuser station weekly Proceed as follows: Vacuum-clean the groove in front of the front band roll. Wipe the groove with a soft cloth to remove residual soiling. Push the cleaning unit back into the fuser station until the two latches click audibly.
  • Page 203 6.4.3 Cleaning the fuser station weekly Proceed as follows: Replace the cover plate. Take hold of the fuser station by the rotary knob and push in. Rotate the knob to the right until it engages. Press <Ready>. A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do601.fm...
  • Page 204: Cleaning The Operator Panel

    6.4.4 Cleaning the operator panel 6.4.4 Cleaning the operator panel Cleaning when the printing system is powered off Proceed as follows: Clean the screen using a damp cloth. Cleaning during print operation Proceed as follows: Select the <General> <User > <Tools> menu at the operator panel. Press <Start screen cleaning>...
  • Page 205: Cleaning The Printing System Generally

    6.4.5 Cleaning the printing system generally 6.4.5 Cleaning the printing system generally Caution Danger from dust explosion. There can be a high build-up of static charge when draining toner and developer spill. For draining large quantities of spill (1 kg and more), an explosion-proof industrial vacuum cleaner must be used.
  • Page 206: Cleaning Corotron Wires If An Error Occurs

    6.5 Cleaning corotron wires if an error occurs 6.5 Cleaning corotron wires if an error occurs It is necessary to clean the corotron wires only if an error occurs. Proceed as follows: Press the <Stop> button. On the operator panel, select the <VarioPrint> <Configuration> <Special functions> <Park corotrons>...
  • Page 207: Replacing Consumables And Expendables

    7 Replacing consumables and expendables 7 Replacing consumables and expendables 7.1 Overview This section describes in detail all the steps required to replace consumables or expendables. You will find information on the following topics: 7.2 Replacing consumables >>> page 198 7.3 Replace expendables >>>...
  • Page 208: Replacing Consumables

    7.2 Replacing consumables 7.2 Replacing consumables Caution Possibility of injury while refilling and replacing consumables. Always observe the safety directives in the relevant sections and on the packaging of the consumable. The following sections detail the steps for replacing consumables and expendables. A warning on the operator panel indicates when the consumables should be refilled or replaced.
  • Page 209: Refilling Toner

    7.2.1 Refilling toner 7.2.1 Refilling toner Caution Strictly observe the following safety directives when refilling toner: • Do not allow toner to get into eyes. In the event of contact with eyes, rinse eyes out with plenty of water and seek medical help. •...
  • Page 210: Refilling Toner In The Lower Print Unit

    7.2.1.1 Refilling toner in the lower print unit 7.2.1.1 Refilling toner in the lower print unit Toner should only be refilled when the printing system is on. When the warning "Lower toner empty" appears, you can refill toner while printing is under way. If the toner is not refilled during the warning period, the printing system stops and displays an error message.
  • Page 211 7.2.1.1 Refilling toner in the lower print unit Proceed as follows: Open the bottle of toner and insert it as far as possible into the round opening in the toner supply container, keeping the bottle in a vertical position. Turn and shake the bottle slightly to empty its contents into the container.
  • Page 212: Refilling Toner In The Upper Print Unit

    7.2.1.2 Refilling toner in the upper print unit 7.2.1.2 Refilling toner in the upper print unit Toner should only be refilled when the printing system is on. When the warning "Upper toner empty" appears, you can refill toner while printing is under way. If the toner is not refilled during the warning period, the printing system stops and displays an error message.
  • Page 213 7.2.1.2 Refilling toner in the upper print unit Proceed as follows: Important Possibility of mistaking fresh toner bottle for waste toner one. Only refill with original, sealed toner bottles secured by an intact banderole. Open the bottle of toner and insert it as far as possible into the round opening in the toner supply container, keeping the bottle in a vertical position.
  • Page 214 7.2.1.2 Refilling toner in the upper print unit Proceed as follows: Close the flap. On the operator panel, select <Refill toner> in the <VarioPrint> <Replacing consumables> menu: Print unit "Upper" "Toner refilled" should be confirmed with <OK>. A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do701.fm...
  • Page 215: Replacing Waste Toner Box (Rear) And Waste Toner Box (Transfer)

    7.2.2 Replacing waste toner box (rear) and waste toner box (transfer) 7.2.2 Replacing waste toner box (rear) and waste toner box (transfer) Each print unit has a waste toner box (rear) and a waste toner box (transfer). When replacing the waste toner box (rear), the associated waste toner box in the transfer station must also be replaced.
  • Page 216: Replacing The Rear Waste Toner Box

    7.2.2.1 Replacing the rear waste toner box 7.2.2.1 Replacing the rear waste toner box The procedure for replacing the waste toner box is the same for both print units. The following section shows the procedure for the lower print unit. Important If the waste toner box is replaced for the upper or lower print unit, then the associated toner waste toner box (transfer) in the upper or lower transfer station must also be...
  • Page 217 7.2.2.1 Replacing the rear waste toner box Proceed as follows: Take the seal lid from the storage trough and screw it onto the full waste toner box. Take hold of the neck of the full waste toner box and lift it out of the drawer. Screw the lid off an empty bottle of toner and •...
  • Page 218 7.2.2.1 Replacing the rear waste toner box Proceed as follows: Take hold of the drawer by the handle and push it firmly into the printer. Replacing the toner waste toner box in the upper or lower transfer station see section 7.2.2.2 Changing the waste toner box, page 209. A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do701.fm...
  • Page 219: Changing The Waste Toner Box

    7.2.2.2 Changing the waste toner box 7.2.2.2 Changing the waste toner box The procedure for replacing the waste toner box (transfer) is the same for the upper and lower print units. The following section shows the procedure for replacing the waste toner box (transfer) in the lower print unit.
  • Page 220 7.2.2.2 Changing the waste toner box Proceed as follows: Insert new waste toner box as far as possible (without lid). Close center doors. Press <Ready>. A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do701.fm...
  • Page 221: Replacing Developer

    7.2.3 Replacing developer 7.2.3 Replacing developer Caution Strictly observe the following safety directives when replacing the developer: • Do not allow developer to get into eyes. In the event of contact with eyes, rinse eyes out with plenty of water and seek medical help. •...
  • Page 222 7.2.3 Replacing developer Proceed as follows: Select the "Drain off developer" action. Press <Start>. Open the center doors. Important The following action can soil hands and clothing. Wear the gloves provided in the package. Pull out the hook. Release the emptying hose from its clamp.
  • Page 223 7.2.3 Replacing developer Proceed as follows: Insert the hose into the empty developer bottle. A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do701.fm...
  • Page 224 7.2.3 Replacing developer Proceed as follows: Hang the developer bottle on the hook with the hose inserted. Close the center doors. 10. Confirm the steps carried out in the menu. Press the <Next...>button. 11. Start draining off the developer from the menu. Wait until menu shows that the developer is drained off.
  • Page 225 7.2.3 Replacing developer Proceed as follows: Remove the hose from the developer bottle and return it to the clamp. A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do701.fm...
  • Page 226 7.2.3 Replacing developer Proceed as follows: Take the developer bottle off the hook and pivot the hook back. 15. Close the developer bottle. 16. Confirm the steps carried out in the menu. Press the <Back ...> button. Filling developer Proceed as follows: Caution If removed too quickly and suddenly, the developer station can be pulled out beyond the stops and fall down.
  • Page 227 7.2.3 Replacing developer Proceed as follows: Select the "Refill developer" action. Press <Start>. Raise the handle and pull out the developer station slowly and evenly. Clean insulation felt, red luminescent strip and magnetic strip using a vacuum cleaner. Slide open the cover of the developer unit..
  • Page 228 7.2.3 Replacing developer Proceed as follows: ..and vacuum-clean the inner side of the cover. Open a new bottle of developer and as you empty it spread the contents over the entire length of the opening. Take care not to spill developer on the guide bars.
  • Page 229 7.2.3 Replacing developer Proceed as follows: Close the fill opening cover. Push the developer station back into the printing system. Close the center doors. 10. Confirm the steps carried out in the menu. Press the <Exit> button. 11. Press <Ready>. A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do701.fm...
  • Page 230: Replacing The Fuser Oil Container

    7.2.4 Replacing the fuser oil container 7.2.4 Replacing the fuser oil container Caution Strictly observe the following safety directives when replacing the fuser oil container: • Do not allow fuser oil to get into eyes. In the event of contact with eyes, rinse eyes out with plenty of water and seek medical help.
  • Page 231 7.2.4 Replacing the fuser oil container Proceed as follows: Caution If you pull out the fuser station too sharply and quickly, you could pull it beyond its stop point causing it to drop to the floor. There is danger of injury to you and of damage to the fuser station.
  • Page 232 7.2.4 Replacing the fuser oil container Proceed as follows: Immediately insert the vacuum hose into the top of the new fuser oil container. Put the fuser oil container into the holder and screw down the lid. A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do701.fm...
  • Page 233 7.2.4 Replacing the fuser oil container Proceed as follows: Take hold of the fuser station by the rotary knob and push in. Rotate the knob to the right until it engages. 10. Close the center doors. 11. Confirm the replacement with <Yes> in the menu. 12.
  • Page 234: Replace Expendables

    7.3 Replace expendables 7.3 Replace expendables Caution Possibility of injury while refilling and replacing expendables. Always observe the safety directives in the relevant sections and on the packaging of the expendable. The following sections detail the steps for replacing consumables and expendables. You only need the tools provided to replace the sealing blade in the cleaning station.
  • Page 235 7.3 Replace expendables Expendable Operator panel message See section Cleaning kit in lower fuser Replacing the lower cleaning 7.3.5 Replacing the station cleaning kit >>> page Cleaning kit in the upper fuser Replacing the upper cleaning station Transport belt in the lower Change lower transport belt 7.3.6 Replacing the transfer station...
  • Page 236 7.3 Replace expendables Expendable Operator panel message See section Fine filter in the lower print unit Change lower fine filter 7.3.11 Replace fine filter >>> page 279 Fine filter in the upper print unit Change upper fine filter Upper output tray A: Replacing paddle output tray 7.3.12 Replacing Both paddles in the rear...
  • Page 237: Replacing Or Turning The Cleaning Blade (Cleaning)

    7.3.1 Replacing or turning the cleaning blade (cleaning) 7.3.1 Replacing or turning the cleaning blade (cleaning) 300,000 A4 pages can be printed with each edge of the cleaning blade (cleaning), i.e. a total of 600,000 A4 pages per blade. A warning message is displayed after every 300,000 A4 pages.
  • Page 238 7.3.1 Replacing or turning the cleaning blade (cleaning) Proceed as follows: Lift up the handle and pull the cleaning station slowly and evenly out of the system. Vacuum-clean the cleaning station. Take care not to touch the sealing blade. Important The following action can soil hands and clothing.
  • Page 239 7.3.1 Replacing or turning the cleaning blade (cleaning) Proceed as follows: Release the catch holding the blade (cleaning) and draw it out of the casing. Install cleaning blade Proceed as follows: The two sides of the cleaning blade (cleaning) are numbered "1" and "2". Insert a new cleaning blade (cleaning) with the visible groove and the number "2"...
  • Page 240 7.3.1 Replacing or turning the cleaning blade (cleaning) Proceed as follows: Raise and lock the sealing blade. Push the cleaning station back into the system. Close the center doors. Confirm the replacement or turning with <Yes> in the menu. Press <Ready>. A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do701.fm...
  • Page 241: Replacing The Sealing Blade (Cleaning)

    7.3.2 Replacing the sealing blade (cleaning) 7.3.2 Replacing the sealing blade (cleaning) 900,000 A4 pages can be printed with the sealing blade. After that, a warning message appears on the operator panel. If it is not replaced during the warning period of another 150,000 A4 pages, the printing system stops and an error message is displayed.
  • Page 242 7.3.2 Replacing the sealing blade (cleaning) Proceed as follows: Lever the sealing blade out of its casing at the marked points using a coin or similar object. Important Possibility of damage to the edge of the cleaning blade from the vacuum cleaner nozzle.
  • Page 243 7.3.2 Replacing the sealing blade (cleaning) Proceed as follows: Press at the points marked on the mounting tool and remove the mounting tool. Push the new sealing blade into the groove of the mounting tool until it clicks into place. Use the mounting tool to position the new sealing blade in the center of the casing and press it onto the casing...
  • Page 244 7.3.2 Replacing the sealing blade (cleaning) Proceed as follows: Push the cleaning station back into the system. Close the center doors. Confirm the replacement with <Yes> in the menu. Press <Ready>. A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do701.fm...
  • Page 245: Replace Paper Cleaning Plate

    7.3.3 Replace paper cleaning plate 7.3.3 Replace paper cleaning plate The paper cleaning plate should be replaced when it is damaged or worn out. You can tell when it is damaged or worn out • when there are frequent paper jams in the area of the fuser station (e.g.: error messages PM037430/ PM037630) or •...
  • Page 246 7.3.3.1 Remove paper cleaning plate Proceed as follows: To release the fuser station, turn the rotary knob to the left to the stop. Take hold of the fuser station and pull it towards you slowly and evenly. Lift up and hold safety lever at the back of the segment block.
  • Page 247 7.3.3.1 Remove paper cleaning plate Proceed as follows: To swivel out the paper cleaning unit, turn the lever counter-clockwise. Caution The sharp edges of the paper wiper blade can cause cuts. Do not slide hands or fingers along the edges. Possibility of damage to the paper cleaning plate.
  • Page 248: Install Paper Cleaning Plate

    7.3.3.2 Install paper cleaning plate Proceed as follows: With one hand, press the release of the cleaning plate support, with the other hand remove the cleaning plate from the bottom. Dispose of old cleaning plate. 7.3.3.2 Install paper cleaning plate The paper cleaning plate comes with a coding flag.
  • Page 249 7.3.3.2 Install paper cleaning plate Proceed as follows: With one hand, press the release of the cleaning plate support. With the other hand, hold the cleaning plate so that the left coding flag is up. Place the cleaning plate into the support from below and attach the center bolts.
  • Page 250 7.3.3.2 Install paper cleaning plate Proceed as follows: Take hold of the fuser station by the rotary knob and push in. Rotate the knob to the right until it engages. Close the center doors. Press <Ready>. A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do701.fm...
  • Page 251: Replacing The Oiling Roller

    7.3.4 Replacing the oiling roller 7.3.4 Replacing the oiling roller Important Possibility of mixing up the oiling roller. The oiling rollers have different widths for different paper formats. The oiling system has markings for the various coating widths and the paper formats to which they belong.
  • Page 252 7.3.4 Replacing the oiling roller Removing the oiling roller Proceed as follows: Press the <Stop> button. Select the print unit concerned and "Oiling roller" on the operator panel in the <VarioPrint> <Replacing consumables > <Print unit-specific> menu. Press the <Start> button. Open the center doors.
  • Page 253 7.3.4 Replacing the oiling roller Proceed as follows: Take hold of the cover plate by its handle and lift it off. Raise the oiling system. Caution Possibility of burns from the hot oiling roller. Take hold of the coated sections of the roller only. Pull the oiling roller forward and remove.
  • Page 254 7.3.4 Replacing the oiling roller Proceed as follows: Caution Possibility of burns from the hot carrier tube. Use an insulating cloth to handle the carrier tube. Hold the oiling roller horizontally and press against the retaining pin of the carrier tube. Draw the oiling roller off the carrier tube.
  • Page 255 7.3.4 Replacing the oiling roller Installing the oiling roller Proceed as follows: Important Possibility of mixing up the oiling roller. The oiling rollers have different widths for different paper formats. The oiling system has markings for the various coating widths and the paper formats to which they belong.
  • Page 256 7.3.4 Replacing the oiling roller Proceed as follows: Replace the cover plate. Take hold of the fuser station by the rotary knob and push in. Rotate the knob to the right until it engages. Close the center doors. Confirm the replacement with <Yes> in the menu. Press <Ready>.
  • Page 257: Replacing The Cleaning Kit

    7.3.5 Replacing the cleaning kit 7.3.5 Replacing the cleaning kit 500,000 A4 pages can be printed with the cleaning kit. After that, a warning message appears on the operator panel. If it is not replaced during the warning period of another 50,000 A4 pages, the printing system stops and an error message is displayed.
  • Page 258 7.3.5 Replacing the cleaning kit Proceed as follows: Rotate the knob to the left until it engages. Take hold of the fuser station and pull it towards you slowly and evenly. Caution The components in the fuser station reach a surface temperature of approximately C during operation.
  • Page 259 7.3.5 Replacing the cleaning kit Proceed as follows: Press the catches on both sides towards the plate to release them. Draw the cleaning unit up and out and put to one side, with the cleaning kit facing up. Caution Possibility of burns from hot cleaning kit. Use an insulating cloth to handle the cleaning kit.
  • Page 260 7.3.5 Replacing the cleaning kit Proceed as follows: If the cleaning unit is soiled, clean with a vacuum cleaner and soft cloth. Install the cleaning kit Proceed as follows: Insert new band rolls in the lower and upper holders. Remove protective wrap and transport guard.
  • Page 261 7.3.5 Replacing the cleaning kit Proceed as follows: Push the cleaning unit back into the fuser station until the two latches click audibly. Replace the cover plate. A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do701.fm...
  • Page 262 7.3.5 Replacing the cleaning kit Proceed as follows: Take hold of the fuser station by the rotary knob and push in. Rotate the knob to the right until it engages. Close the center doors. Confirm the replacement with <Yes> in the menu. Press <Ready>.
  • Page 263: Replacing The Transport Belt

    7.3.6 Replacing the transport belt 7.3.6 Replacing the transport belt 2,000,000 A4 pages can be printed with the transport belt. After that, a warning message appears on the operator panel. If it is not replaced during the warning period of another 100,000 A4 pages, the printing system stops and an error message is displayed.
  • Page 264 7.3.6 Replacing the transport belt Proceed as follows: Release transport belt unit and raise up until it engages. Loosen knurled screw. Pull axle bearing forward and to the right. Grasp the edge of the transport belt and carefully lift over the belt guides. Carefully remove the transport belt from the transport unit.
  • Page 265 7.3.6 Replacing the transport belt Proceed as follows: Carefully vacuum clean the area around the transport belt rollers, particularly around the edges. Carefully vacuum the tilted rod in the swivel rail. Inserting the transport belt Proceed as follows: Caution Possibility of damage to the transport belt. Do not bend the transport belt and do not damage the edges.
  • Page 266 7.3.6 Replacing the transport belt Proceed as follows: Carefully pull the transport belt along the transport rollers until it lies between the belt guides. Raise the axle bearings again and tighten the knurled screws. Caution You could trap your fingers when lowering the transport belt unit. Ensure that your hands cannot be trapped when lowering the transport belt unit.
  • Page 267 7.3.6 Replacing the transport belt Proceed as follows: Take hold of the transfer station by the rotary knob and push in. Rotate the knob to the right until it engages. Close center doors. Confirm the replacement with <Yes> in the menu. Press <Ready>.
  • Page 268: Turning Or Replacing The Cleaning Blade (Transfer)

    7.3.7 Turning or replacing the cleaning blade (transfer) 7.3.7 Turning or replacing the cleaning blade (transfer) 600,000 A4 pages can be printed with each edge of the cleaning blade (transfer), I.e. a total of 2,400,400 A4 pages per blade (transfer). A warning message is displayed after every 600,000 A4 pages.
  • Page 269 7.3.7 Turning or replacing the cleaning blade (transfer) Proceed as follows: Rotate the knob to the left until it engages. Take the transfer station by its handle and pull it towards you slowly and evenly. Release transport belt unit and raise up until it engages.
  • Page 270 7.3.7 Turning or replacing the cleaning blade (transfer) Proceed as follows: Carefully vacuum the area around the toner chamber. Note The following action can soil hands and clothing. Wear the gloves provided in the packaging. Loosen two knurled screws. Hold by the recessed grip and push the tension blade to the right.
  • Page 271 7.3.7 Turning or replacing the cleaning blade (transfer) Proceed as follows: Press against the cleaning blade and release from the casing. Carefully remove the cleaning blade from the casing. Wipe the cleaning blade with a soft cloth. Vacuum clean the positioning groove for the cleaning blade.
  • Page 272 7.3.7 Turning or replacing the cleaning blade (transfer) Install cleaning blade (transfer) Proceed as follows: The four edges of the cleaning blade (transfer) are numbered "1", "2", "3" and "4". These are used one after the other. • New cleaning blade: Insert the cleaning blade into the casing so that the edge marked "1"...
  • Page 273 7.3.7 Turning or replacing the cleaning blade (transfer) Proceed as follows: Release transport belt unit and lower. Take hold of the transfer station by the rotary knob and push in. Rotate the knob to the right until it engages. Close center doors. Confirm the replacement or turning with <Yes>...
  • Page 274: Replacing The Charge/Discharge Corotron Cartridges

    7.3.8 Replacing the charge/discharge corotron cartridges 7.3.8 Replacing the charge/discharge corotron cartridges 900,000 A4 pages can be printed with each corotron cartridge. After that, a warning message appears on the operator panel. If it is not replaced during the warning period of another 50,000 A4 pages, the printing system stops and an error message is displayed.
  • Page 275 7.3.8 Replacing the charge/discharge corotron cartridges Proceed as follows: Remove the charge station and place it to one side with the back side facing Press in the catch on the underside and take out the corotron cartridges. Remove any foreign matter from the U- shaped guide bar.
  • Page 276 7.3.8 Replacing the charge/discharge corotron cartridges Proceed as follows: Insert the new corotron cartridges. Push the charge station back into the printing system. Tighten the star grip screws. 12. Close the center doors. A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do701.fm...
  • Page 277 7.3.8 Replacing the charge/discharge corotron cartridges Proceed as follows: 13. Confirm prompts in the menu. Press the <Exit> button. 14. Press <Ready>. A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do701.fm...
  • Page 278: Replacing The Cleaning Corotron Cartridge

    7.3.9 Replacing the cleaning corotron cartridge 7.3.9 Replacing the cleaning corotron cartridge 900,000 A4 pages can be printed with the cleaning corotron cartridge. After that, a warning message appears on the operator panel. If it is not replaced during the warning period of another 50,000 A4 pages, the printing system stops and an error message is displayed.
  • Page 279 7.3.9 Replacing the cleaning corotron cartridge Proceed as follows: Remove the corotron cartridge. Remove any foreign matter from the U- shaped guide bar. Vacuum the U-shaped guide bar and wipe off with a paper tissue. Insert a new corotron cartridge. Push the cleaning station back into the system.
  • Page 280: Replace Photoconductor Drum

    7.3.10 Replace photoconductor drum 7.3.10 Replace photoconductor drum Caution Strictly observe the following safety directives when replacing the photoconductor drum: • The photoconductor drum may only be replaced by operators after training or instructions from service personnel. • Skin ailments can result from touching the photoconductor drum. If you touch the belt, wash skin thoroughly with soap and water.
  • Page 281 7.3.10 Replace photoconductor drum Proceed as follows: As soon as the "Corotrons parked" light is yellow, press the "Exit" button Open the center doors. Rotate the knob to the left until it engages. Caution If you pull out the cleaning station too sharply and quickly, you could pull it beyond its stop point causing it to drop to the floor.
  • Page 282 7.3.10 Replace photoconductor drum Proceed as follows: Remove the corotron cartridge. Loosen the two star grip screws. Remove the charge station and put it to one side, with the underside facing A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do701.fm...
  • Page 283 7.3.10 Replace photoconductor drum Proceed as follows: Caution If removed too quickly and suddenly, the developer station can be pulled out beyond the stops and fall down. There is a danger of injury to you and of damage to the developer station.
  • Page 284 7.3.10 Replace photoconductor drum Proceed as follows: Unscrew the large retaining screw and remove the hub from the flange shafts. Caution Contact between skin and the photoconductor surface may result in skin diseases and impair the function of the photoconductor drum. Wear the gloves provided with the photoconductor drum.
  • Page 285 7.3.10 Replace photoconductor drum Proceed as follows: Grip the upper rim of the photoconductor drum with your fingers, and pull it out some of the way together with the protective cover. Grasp the photoconductor drum inside with your open hand, pull it swiftly out of the printer together with the protective cover, and place in the old carton.
  • Page 286 7.3.10 Replace photoconductor drum Proceed as follows: Immediately insert the photoconductor drum together with the protective cover, observing the reverse order of procedures.. Carefully pull the protective cover from the photoconductor drum and place in the carton. Both must be kept for later disposal of the photoconductor drum. Replace the hub on the flange shaft and tighten the retaining screw.
  • Page 287 7.3.10 Replace photoconductor drum Proceed as follows: Push the developer station back into the printing system. Reinsert the corotron cartridge. Push the cleaning station back into the system. Push the charge station back into the printing system. A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do701.fm...
  • Page 288 7.3.10 Replace photoconductor drum Proceed as follows: Tighten both star grip screws. Rotate the knob to the right until it engages. 11. Close the center doors. 12. Press <Ready>. A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do701.fm...
  • Page 289: Replace Fine Filter

    7.3.11 Replace fine filter 7.3.11 Replace fine filter Caution Strictly observe the following safety instructions when replacing the fine filter: • Do not allow toner to get into eyes. In the event of contact with eyes, rinse eyes out with plenty of water and seek medical help. •...
  • Page 290 7.3.11 Replace fine filter Proceed as follows: Draw the fine filter out of the bay at the back of the printing system. Remove the lid from the fine filter. Slide the lid onto the new fine filter. A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do701.fm...
  • Page 291 7.3.11 Replace fine filter Proceed as follows: Vacuum toner from the fine filter bay and from the toner exit opening (at the top of the fine filter bay). Push the new filter firmly into the bay. Confirm the replacement with <Yes> in the menu. Press <Ready>.
  • Page 292: Replacing Paddles

    7.3.12 Replacing paddles 7.3.12 Replacing paddles 1,200,000 A4 pages can be printed with each pair of paddles. After that, a warning message appears on the operator panel. If it is not replaced during the warning period of another 50,000 A4 pages, the printing system stops and an error message is displayed. The pair of paddles concerned must be replaced at that point.
  • Page 293 7.3.12 Replacing paddles Proceed as follows: Set the down pressure to –1. To do this, turn the wheel until the required value is visible in the window. Caution If you pull out the output tray too sharply and quickly, you could pull it beyond its stop point, causing it to drop to the floor.
  • Page 294 7.3.12 Replacing paddles Proceed as follows: Lift out the platform and put to one side. With a stack of paper, the platform can weigh up to 10 kg (22 lbs). Press down the paddle lever in either the front or rear right section, as appropriate.
  • Page 295 7.3.12 Replacing paddles Proceed as follows: Slot two new paddles onto the lever one by one, pressing each firmly into place. Make sure that the holes in the paddle slot are aligned correctly with the holding pins on the lever. Raise the paddle lever again.
  • Page 296 7.3.12 Replacing paddles Proceed as follows: Set the down pressure back to its previous value. To do this, turn the wheel until the required value is visible in the window. 14. Close the left door. 15. Confirm the replacement with <Yes> in the menu. 16.
  • Page 297: Correcting Errors

    8 Correcting errors 8 Correcting errors 8.1 Overview This section helps you to handle any possible errors. You will find information on the following topics: 8.2 Messages on the operator panel >>> page 288 8.3 Clearing paper jams >>> page 293 8.4 Print image problems >>>...
  • Page 298: Messages On The Operator Panel

    8.2 Messages on the operator panel 8.2 Messages on the operator panel You will find information on the following topics: 8.2.1 Locating error, warning, and informational messages >>> page 288 8.2.3 Continuing printing after correcting an error >>> page 292 You find detailed information on every individual error and warning message via context-sensitive Direct Help on the operator panel.
  • Page 299 8.2.1 Locating error, warning, and informational messages Proceed as follows: Click on the message on the "Errors and warnings" report. A flashing symbol in the printer view indicates the message location. Conversely, the relevant entry on the report can be selected by clicking a symbol in the printer view.
  • Page 300 8.2.1 Locating error, warning, and informational messages Controlling the printer view The printer view can be controlled with the following buttons: Button Function changes back to the preset standard view after modifications. zooms in on the current view. zooms out of the current view. The view can also be changed by dragging out a rectangle using the mouse: •...
  • Page 301: Inform Service

    8.2.2 Inform service Button Function changes to the previous/next message. changes the view between: • "Errors and warnings" only, no printer view • "Errors and warnings" and printer view • printer view only, no "Errors and warnings" 8.2.2 Inform service Inform service according to the information in the <Service ticket>...
  • Page 302: Continuing Printing After Correcting An Error

    8.2.3 Continuing printing after correcting an error 8.2.3 Continuing printing after correcting an error Usually, error correction is completed by pressing the <Ready> button. However, you can also program the printing system to automatically continue printing after the error is removed.
  • Page 303: Clearing Paper Jams

    8.3 Clearing paper jams 8.3 Clearing paper jams Strictly observe the following safety directives when clearing the paper jam. Caution To prevent the possibility of injury, you must observe the following: • Do not wear jewelry such as rings or watches, etc. when clearing jammed paper. •...
  • Page 304: Locate The Paper Jam

    8.3.1 Locate the paper jam 8.3.1 Locate the paper jam The printer stops with an error message when there is a paper jam. button flashes in the operator panel. Proceed as follows: Press the button. A list of errors and warnings is displayed in the operator panel together with an internal view of the printing system.
  • Page 305: Clearing A Paper Jam

    8.3.2 Clearing a paper jam 8.3.2 Clearing a paper jam The following sections describe what you must observe when clearing a paper jam in the different areas of the printing system. 8.3.2.1 General information on paper jams >>> page 295 8.3.2.2 Information on removing paper >>>...
  • Page 306: Clearing A Paper Jam In The Flaps

    8.3.2.3 Clearing a paper jam in the flaps • Jammed large formats can also be located in adjacent stations. Then it is necessary to remove both stations and only then remove the paper from both stations. • Check the removed sheets for torn corners or sections. If sections are missing, they must also be removed from the paper path, since otherwise another paper jam is likely to occur when the printer is started.
  • Page 307 8.3.2.3 Clearing a paper jam in the flaps Proceed as follows: Close all doors, Press <Ready>. A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do805.fm...
  • Page 308: Clearing A Paper Jam In The Paper Input, Cascade Or Interposer

    8.3.2.4 Clearing a paper jam in the paper input, cascade or Interposer 8.3.2.4 Clearing a paper jam in the paper input, cascade or Interposer Paper jam in the flaps Proceed as follows: Close all input trays. Open the right door. Pull the release knob of the flap specified in the error message and in the operator panel and affix in position in the top notch.
  • Page 309 8.3.2.4 Clearing a paper jam in the paper input, cascade or Interposer Proceed as follows: Open the emergency release of the input tray in question and pull out the input tray. Only for paper jams in the area of both lower input trays.
  • Page 310 8.3.2.4 Clearing a paper jam in the paper input, cascade or Interposer Proceed as follows: You can maneuver the jammed paper into a better position for removal by turning the unnumbered green knob. Caution Sharp paper edges can cut you. Do not slide hands or fingers along the edges.
  • Page 311 8.3.2.4 Clearing a paper jam in the paper input, cascade or Interposer Proceed as follows: 11. Push the input tray back in slowly until the catch engages noticeably. It travels automatically up again. 12. Press <Ready>. A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do805.fm...
  • Page 312: Clearing A Paper Jam In The Developer Station

    8.3.2.5 Clearing a paper jam in the developer station 8.3.2.5 Clearing a paper jam in the developer station Proceed as follows: Open the center doors Caution If you pull out the developer station too sharply and quickly, you could pull it beyond its stop point, causing it to drop to the floor.
  • Page 313 8.3.2.5 Clearing a paper jam in the developer station Proceed as follows: Push the developer station back into the printing system. Close the center doors, Press <Ready>. A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / do805.fm...
  • Page 314: Clearing A Paper Jam In The Transfer Station

    8.3.2.6 Clearing a paper jam in the transfer station 8.3.2.6 Clearing a paper jam in the transfer station Proceed as follows: Open the center doors Caution If you pull out the transfer station too sharply and quickly, you could pull it beyond its stop point, causing it to drop to the floor.
  • Page 315 8.3.2.6 Clearing a paper jam in the transfer station Proceed as follows: Take hold of the transfer station by the rotary knob and push in. Rotate the knob to the right until it engages. If the paper has not been separated from the photo conductor drum, you may also have to remove the cleaning station to reach the jammed paper.
  • Page 316 8.3.2.6 Clearing a paper jam in the transfer station Proceed as follows: Caution Possibility of damage to the cleaning station. Do not lean on the cleaning station while it is pulled out. Possibility of damage to the corotron wire in the cleaning station. Remove the jammed paper carefully and do not touch the corotron wire.
  • Page 317: Clearing A Paper Jam In The Fuser Station

    8.3.2.7 Clearing a paper jam in the fuser station 8.3.2.7 Clearing a paper jam in the fuser station Proceed as follows: Open the center doors. Before pulling out the fuser stations, clear jammed paper from all other areas indicated on the operator panel. Caution If you pull out the fuser station too sharply and quickly, you could pull it beyond its stop point causing it to drop to the floor.
  • Page 318 8.3.2.7 Clearing a paper jam in the fuser station Proceed as follows: Pull up the green safety lever and keep hold of it. Then pull the knob out, towards the front, and release the lower deflection segments. Turn the rotary knob to the right. The paper wiper unit moves up.
  • Page 319 8.3.2.7 Clearing a paper jam in the fuser station Proceed as follows: Caution Possibility of burns from the hot fuser station components. Avoid touching hot components when removing jammed paper. Possibility of damage to the fuser station. Never try to remove paper with hard objects (pliers, tweezers etc.). Do not lean on the fusingstation while it is pulled out.
  • Page 320 8.3.2.7 Clearing a paper jam in the fuser station Proceed as follows: Raise the lower deflection segments, making sure the yellow safety catch engages. Take hold of the fuser station by the rotary knob and push in. Rotate the knob to the right until it engages.
  • Page 321: Clearing A Paper Jam In The Paper Output

    8.3.2.8 Clearing a paper jam in the paper output 8.3.2.8 Clearing a paper jam in the paper output Paper jam in the flaps Proceed as follows: Open the left door. Rotate the knob near flap 74 to maneuver the paper trapped in the path after flap 74 into a better position for removal.
  • Page 322 8.3.2.8 Clearing a paper jam in the paper output Proceed as follows: Press the key on the output tray. The stacker platform is lowered. Caution If you pull out the output tray too sharply and quickly, you could pull it beyond its stop point, causing it to drop to the floor.
  • Page 323 8.3.2.8 Clearing a paper jam in the paper output Proceed as follows: Slide the output tray back into the printer. The catches should engage noticeably. The platform is then raised automatically. Remove the jammed paper from the other output tray as per steps 4 to 7. Press <Ready>.
  • Page 324: Setting The Decurler

    8.3.3 Setting the decurler 8.3.3 Setting the decurler Curling of the paper can impair paper transport and stacking performance. Decurlers remove these troublesome curls. The upper and lower print units each have a decurler. A test for each type of paper must be run in order to determine the correct decurler settings. The decurler settings for the test print are listed in the following table.
  • Page 325 8.3.3.1 Print test pages Proceed as follows: Decurler on lower print unit: Pull the knob towards you and engage in the selected position. Decurler on upper print unit: Pull the knob towards you and engage in the selected position. Close the center doors. Press <Ready>.
  • Page 326 8.3.3.1 Print test pages Proceed as follows: Press the key on the output tray. The stacker platform is lowered. Caution If you pull out the output tray too sharply and quickly, you could pull it beyond its stoppoint, causing it to drop to the floor. There is a danger of injury to you and of damage to the output tray.
  • Page 327: Optimizing Decurler Settings

    8.3.3.2 Optimizing decurler settings 8.3.3.2 Optimizing decurler settings The following table shows the optimal decurler settings for the curl based on the test print. • The way the sheet curl is depicted in the table does not indicate the degree of the curl. •...
  • Page 328 8.3.3.2 Optimizing decurler settings Proceed as follows: Press the <Stop> button. Open the center doors. Decurler on lower print unit: Pull the knob towards you and turn it one increment in the minus or plus direction (see following table) depending on the curl determined. Then return knob to position.
  • Page 329: Predecurler

    8.3.4 Predecurler 8.3.4 Predecurler Too much paper curling can impair the paper transport, e.g. in the area of the PC drum. You can avoid these problems by checking and adjusting, if necessary, the Predecurler settings before starting the print job, see section 8.3.4.1 Setting the Predecurler, page 319. Then determine the paper curl value for the paper being used.
  • Page 330 8.3.4.1 Setting the Predecurler Proceed as follows: Hold the sheet between your thumb and index finger in the center of the front short side. Hold the sheet to the line on the curl measurement sheet (see paper specification, appendix A), determine the curl value and make a note of it.
  • Page 331: Setting For Predecurler

    8.3.4.2 Setting for Predecurler Proceed as follows: Click on the <Advanced Properties> tab. In the "Curl in input tray" field, set the slide control to the corresponding value from table 8.3.4.2 Setting for Predecurler, page 321. 10. Click on <Apply>. 11.
  • Page 332 8.3.4.2 Setting for Predecurler Print mode Papercurl Curl value as Setting for the Automatically Predecurler at assigned value measurement the lower print for the sheet according unit Predecurler of to ISO 14968 the upper print unit Monochrome Automode 1 to 1.5 Duplex CustomTone Automode Monochrome Automode...
  • Page 333: Print Image Problems

    8.4 Print image problems 8.4 Print image problems 8.4.1 Dropouts and spots - defective photoconductor drum If there are spots and dropouts on the print image, use the following overview to check whether the permitted number of spots and dropouts is exceeded before replacing the photoconductor drum.
  • Page 334: Correcting Print Image Problems

    8.4.3 Correcting print image problems 8.4.3 Correcting print image problems Print image problems (irregularities) can be attributed to many causes. The following print irregularities are listed in the following sections: 8.4.3.1 Print contrast too bright or too dark >>> page 324 8.4.3.2 Background gray >>>...
  • Page 335: Background Gray

    8.4.3.2 Background gray Cause Correction See section 6.3.4 Cleaning the Cover of the toner mark sensor Clean cover of the toner mark transfer station >>> soiled sensor page 170 Paper surface too rough Use paper specified 1.6 Other documents >>> page 12 8.4.3.2 Background gray Cause Correction...
  • Page 336: Background With Streaks

    8.4.3.3 Background with streaks 8.4.3.3 Background with streaks Cause Correction See section 6.5 Cleaning corotron Charge and discharge corotrons Clean wires wires if an error occurs soiled >>> page 196 7.3.8 Replacing the Replace corotron cartridges charge/discharge corotron cartridges >>> page 264 6.5 Cleaning corotron Cleaning corotron soiled...
  • Page 337: Dark Spots

    8.4.3.5 Dark spots Cause Correction See section 7.3.6 Replacing the Transport belt damaged Replacing the transport belt transport belt >>> page 6.3.4 Cleaning the Transfer blade soiled Clean transfer blade transfer station >>> page 170 8.4.1 Dropouts and Photoconductor drum damaged Check number of spots and spots - defective dropouts.
  • Page 338: Ghost Image

    8.4.3.6 Ghost image 8.4.3.6 Ghost image Cause Correction See section 6.5 Cleaning corotron Cleaning corotron soiled Clean wire wires if an error occurs >>> page 196 6.3.3 Cleaning the Luminescentstrips in the charge Clean luminescentstrips in the charge station >>> station soiled charge station page 168...
  • Page 339: Displaced Printing

    8.4.3.8 Displaced printing Cause Correction See section 6.5 Cleaning corotron Cleaning corotron soiled Clean wire wires if an error occurs >>> page 196 7.3.9 Replacing the Replace corotron cartridge cleaning corotron cartridge >>> page 268 6.3.2 Cleaning the Luminescentstrips in the Clean luminescentstrips in the developer station >>>...
  • Page 340: Characters Blurred Or Over-Wide

    8.4.3.9 Characters blurred or over-wide 8.4.3.9 Characters blurred or over-wide Cause Correction See section 6.5 Cleaning corotron Charge and discharge corotrons Clean wires wires if an error occurs soiled >>> page 196 7.3.8 Replacing the Replace corotron cartridges charge/discharge corotron cartridges >>> page 264 6.3.4 Cleaning the Transfer blade soiled...
  • Page 341 8.4.3.10 Smudged print image Cause Correction See section 6.4.3 Cleaning the fuser Oil accumulations in the fuser Clean oil accumulations in the station weekly >>> station fuser station page 186 Paper damp and undulating Store the paper as directed 1.6 Other documents Insert new paper >>>...
  • Page 342: Substandard Print Quality In Margin Zones

    8.5 Substandard print quality in margin zones 8.5 Substandard print quality in margin zones In general, printing can be performed from margin to margin. However, due to the physical properties of the paper – paper is affected by heat, damp, etc. – the print quality of areas of color fill in the margin zone can be impaired, and the running properties of the paper may also be sub-standard.
  • Page 343: Appendix

    Appendix Appendix Overview You will find information on the following topics: Consumables >>> page 334 Expendables >>> page 335 Cleaning agents and equipment >>> page 336 Technical data >>> page 337 A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / doA01.fm...
  • Page 344: Consumables

    Consumables Consumables Toners and developers from Océ Printing Systems GmbH must be used to maintain the optimum availability of the printing system and to achieve the highest possible print and fusing quality. The annual requirement is based on the following values: •...
  • Page 345: Expendables

    Expendables Expendables The annual requirement is based on the following values: • Printer throughput of 600,000 DIN A4 pages per month • 400 hours power on per month • Print image with an average of 8% coverage. This roughly equates to a coverage of 32% of the maximum printable characters at 1/10 inch column spacing and 1/6 inch line spacing.
  • Page 346: Cleaning Agents And Equipment

    Cleaning agents and equipment Cleaning agents and equipment Caution Please observe the following safety directives: • Observe the manufacturer’s safety directives on the packaging. • Do not use chemical solvents or other aggressive cleaning agents. Cleaning agents/ Purpose Remarks equipment Methylated spirits To remove traces of Caution...
  • Page 347: Technical Data

    Technical data Technical data Printing method Electrophotography Fusing method Heat pressure fusing Max. printing speed DIN-A4-pages(in brackets: pages in letter format) per minute at Océ VarioPrint 5115 Océ VarioPrint 5140 110 (109) 137 (135) Océ VarioPrint 5160 158 (155) Print copies 1 to 255 Paper Cut sheet in accordance with paper specifications...
  • Page 348 Technical data 14" x 11.7" 14" x 11.7" 355.6 mm x 297 mm Variable formats 203 mm x 210 mm to 432 mm x 310 mm Paper weight Short formats: 60 g/m to 200g/m (length 203 to 226 mm) (16 lbs to 51 lbs) Long formats: 60 g/m to 7.05 oz/m...
  • Page 349 Technical data Operating noise (without Max. 64 dB (A) (58 dB(A)) cascade, standby values in brackets) Environmental conditions • Recommended optimum Temperature C to 26 operating range: Rel. humidity 30 % to 50 % (Paper: 25% to 40%) • Limit range of operation: Temperature C to 32 Rel.
  • Page 350 Technical data Height in mm 1409 Width in mm 824 (without handle) Length in mm Interposer: Height in mm 1409 Width in mm 824 (without handle) Length in mm Weight (without packaging) Printing system: 3,161.43 lb Cascade 760.59 lb Interposer: 760.59 lb A29246-X17-X-4-7680 / doA01.fm...
  • Page 351: Index

    Index Index - Stop 50 Access ticket - User Profile 55 - Button 55 - request 70 Agent 21 Calculation of shrinkage compensation 154 Aggregate Calibrate - herausziehen 23 - Status display 51 Alert word Cancel print job - in the safety directives 18 - Button 53 Appendix 333 Caution...
  • Page 352 Index - Menu 62 - Time 161 Changing consumables - Transfer station 170 - Menus 61 - U-shaped guide bar in the charge station 169 Changing the waste toner box 205, 209 Cleaning agents Channel A - Overview 336 - Menu 61 Cleaning blade Channel A setup - replacing in the cleaning station 227...
  • Page 353 Index Context-sensitive Help 7 Emulations Contrast - Menu 60 - Menu 59 Enter Control panel 47 - Menus 59 - Description 48 Enter values 73 Cooling 24 Error Correcting - Display (button) 53 - from errors 287 - Status display 52 - print image problems 324 Errors Correcting errors 287...
  • Page 354 Input tray parameters 116 Menus Input trays - Display 63 - Clearing a paper jam 298 - OCE UP3I Manager 57, 62 Insert tabs 94, 104 - release for user 67 Intended Purpose 16 - Short description 58 Internal view 33...
  • Page 355 Index Océ CustomTone 120, 152 - Long formats 101 OCE UP3I Manager - Menus 58 - Menus 57, 62 - Refill 93 - Removing from the output tray 96 - Button 55 - replace 99 Oiling - Short formats 100...
  • Page 356 Index - Global offset 59 - Smudged print image 330 - Menu 59 - Streaked coloring 328 Parameters Print job - Applying 74 - Details 111 - Configuring 73 - Menu settings 112 - Resetting 74 - setting up 111 Park corotrons Print mode - Menu 61...
  • Page 357 Index Remote diagnosis Service 22 - Menu 61 Service ticket Removing paper 96 - Button 54 Repairs - Menu 61, 291 - Safety directives 26 Setting Replace corotrons - Decurler 314 - Menu 62 - Down pressure 109 Replace developer - Fusing temperature 106 - Menu 61 - Input tray 102...
  • Page 358 Index - Initialization 51 Tray allocation - Powering down 52 - Menu 59 - Pre-/post-processing not ready 52 Tray attributes/Input - Printer is stopping 52 - Menu 59 - Printing 51 Tray attributes/Output - Ready 51 - Menu 59 - Setup 51 Tray priorities/Input - Stop 52 - Menu 59...
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