Ricoh Pro C7200 Operating Instructions Manual
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Troubleshooting: TCRU/ORU
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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions Troubleshooting: TCRU/ORU For safe and correct use, be sure to read Safety Information before using the machine.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction................................. 8 How to Read This Manual..........................9 Symbols................................9 Disclaimer................................9 Notes................................9 Notes for TCRU/ORU Users........................10 1. Before You Begin About This Manual............................11 Names of Components............................12 About the Display for Options.........................13 Before You Change a Setting..........................14 About Printing Surfaces............................15 Note about Vertical and Horizontal Directions.....................
  • Page 4 Vertical Black (color) Streaks (1)........................50 Vertical Black (color) Streaks (2)........................52 Vertical Black (color) Streaks (3)........................53 Vertical Black Streaks Occur after [Density Difference Printing: Across Feed] is Executed....53 Vertical White Streaks (1)........................... 56 Vertical White Streaks (2)........................... 58 Glossy Lines at the Edge of the Paper......................59 Vertical Glossy Line: Uneven Glossiness due to Wax Stain..............60 Bands.................................64 Banding: General............................
  • Page 5 Fainter Leading Edge..........................105 Fainter Trailing Edge..........................109 Unprinted: When Using a Transparent Film.................... 112 Unprinted: Around Clear-toner Images....................113 Voids: Condensation..........................115 Worm Holes: Text or Edge of an Image....................117 Worm Holes: When Using the Clear Toner.................... 120 Uneven Density.............................. 124 Low Image Density of Black Area......................
  • Page 6 Toner Scattering: Trailing Edge........................ 180 Toner Scattering: Around a Solid Fill Image................... 183 Multiple Toner Stains: Horizontal Streaks....................183 Stains on the Trailing Edge (20 mm Intervals)..................184 Stained Paper Edges..........................185 Stained Paper Edges (1)...........................185 Stained Paper Edges (2)...........................186 Stained Paper Edges (3)...........................186 Stained Paper Edges (4)...........................187 Stained Paper Edges (5)...........................188 Stained Paper Edges (6)...........................188...
  • Page 7 If (J430/J431/J445/J446/J460/J461) Appears................226 Troubleshooting Image Quality Problems....................227 Paper Skew..............................227 Wrong Detection of Skew........................227 Double Feeding............................228 Wrong Detection of Double Feeding...................... 230 Paper Misfeeding............................231 Other Paper Delivery Problems........................233 Paper Feed Problems Affecting Image Quality................... 236 The Image Is Positioned Incorrectly......................
  • Page 8 Large Delivered Sheets Are Not Stacked Properly................282 Trailing Edge of Stapled Sheets Close to the Paper Exit................ 284 Sheets Cannot Be Stapled Properly......................285 Misfeeding of Sheets Other Than the Cover Has Occurred..............286 Paper Edges Are Stained..........................287 Multi-Folding Unit............................288 Inaccurate Folding (Folding Deviation)....................
  • Page 9 Creating a new calibration set......................... 322 Shortening the Leading/Trailing Edge Margins..................323 Adjusting the Image Position of the Either Side of the Paper..............324 Adjusting the Image Position on Side 1....................324 Adjusting the Image Position on Side 2....................327 Aligning the Image Position on Side 2 to That on Side 1 (Using a Template to Align the Image Position on Side 1 and 2)............................
  • Page 10: Introduction

    Introduction This manual contains detailed instructions and notes on the operation and use of this machine. For your safety and benefit, read this manual carefully before using the machine. Keep this manual in a handy place for quick reference.
  • Page 11: How To Read This Manual

    How to Read This Manual Symbols This manual uses the following symbols: Indicates points to pay attention to when using the machine, and explanations of likely causes of paper misfeeds, damage to originals, or loss of data. Be sure to read these explanations. Indicates supplementary explanations of the machine’s functions, and instructions on resolving user errors.
  • Page 12: Notes For Tcru/Oru Users

    In the web browser's address bar, enter http://www.ricoh.com/support/. Select your region form "Support" on the "Office Products" section. Click [Knowledge Base]. Select [Pro C7200/X, Pro C7210/X] or [Pro C7200S/SX, Pro C7210S/SX] from [Production Print (Cutsheet)]. Click [TCRU/ORU Special Menu] at the upper right corner of the screen.
  • Page 13: Before You Begin

    1. Before You Begin About This Manual If the machine will not print, does not print as expected, or exhibits any other problem, find the problem in this manual and troubleshoot accordingly. • Before you replace any unit: • To prevent electrical shock, turn off the color controller on the machine control panel, switch off the main power switch then the AC power switch, and then disconnect the machine from the power supply.
  • Page 14: Names Of Components

    1. Before You Begin Names of Components • Do not remove any covers or screws other than those explicitly mentioned in this manual. Inside this machine are high voltage components that are an electric shock hazard. Contact your sales or service representative if any of the machine's internal components require maintenance, adjustment, or repair.
  • Page 15: About The Display For Options

    About the Display for Options About the Display for Options This machine displays all of the adjustment items in the Adjustment Settings for Operators menu and advanced settings for custom paper regardless of whether or not the items are for options. Note that any modifications to the option settings do not take effect unless the applicable options are installed on this machine.
  • Page 16: Before You Change A Setting

    1. Before You Begin Before You Change a Setting • If the problem persists despite the setting being changed, restore the value you made a note of. • Operating the machine with the changed setting may cause problems such as reduced print quality.
  • Page 17: About Printing Surfaces

    About Printing Surfaces About Printing Surfaces Side 1 is the surface of the paper printed during one-sided printing, or the surface of the first print during duplex printing. Side 2 is the surface of the paper printed after side 1 has been printed during duplex printing. Single-sided printing: Printed side face down DFP406 A.
  • Page 18 1. Before You Begin Single-sided printing: Printed side face up DFP408 A. Side 1 B. Paper feed direction of Side 1 Duplex printing: Printed side face up DFP409 A. Side 1 B. Paper feed direction of Side 1 C. Side 2 D.
  • Page 19: Note About Vertical And Horizontal Directions

    Note about Vertical and Horizontal Directions Note about Vertical and Horizontal Directions In this manual, with regard to the paper feed direction, the vertical and horizontal directions are as shown below: DFP311 1. Paper feed direction 2. Horizontal 3. Vertical...
  • Page 20 1. Before You Begin...
  • Page 21: Troubleshooting Service Call Problems (Sc Codes)

    2. Troubleshooting Service Call Problems (SC Codes) What Are SC Codes? If an error occurs during operation, the machine displays an SC code ("SCnnn", where "nnn" is a three- digit number). The machine stops and cannot be used when an SC code is displayed. If an SC Code Appears: Write down the SC number.
  • Page 22 2. Troubleshooting Service Call Problems (SC Codes)
  • Page 23: Specifying And Checking Paper Settings

    3. Specifying and Checking Paper Settings Adjusting Paper Settings Paper Setting Flowchart Is there a problem you want to solve? Paper Delivery Image quality in fusing and image Image position/density transfer Specify the corresponding settings in Adjustment Settings for Operators and Custom Paper Settings.
  • Page 24 3. Specifying and Checking Paper Settings • To adjust the following settings, pre-register the type of paper in use as a custom paper. For details about registering custom papers, see "Specifying a Custom Paper", Preparation. Solution: Carry out the following sequence of procedures. Terminate the sequence as soon as the problem is resolved.
  • Page 25 Adjusting Paper Settings For details about "Print Speed setting", see "Details of Menu Items in Advanced Settings", Adjustment Item Menu Guide. In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1231: [Print Speed], and then decrease the value in the following corresponding settings by one step.
  • Page 26 3. Specifying and Checking Paper Settings • [S: Fuser Setting HQ] [Corct Temp: Pre-Fd: Clr/Sp], [Corct Temp: Pre-Fd: White] Print the image and check toner fusion. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Go to the next step. Is 1231: [Print Speed] set to [Middle]? Set 1231: [Print Speed] to [Low].
  • Page 27: Improving Transferability

    Adjusting Paper Settings • Paper curling • Paper misfeeding • Blisters • Glossy lines • Change of gloss • If one or more of the above side effects occurs, adjust the fusing temperature and process speed by decreasing the fusing temperature and increasing the process speed. •...
  • Page 28 3. Specifying and Checking Paper Settings...
  • Page 29: Troubleshooting Image Quality Problems

    4. Troubleshooting Image Quality Problems Image Index Large Classification: Lines/Streaks Line/streaks thinner than 1mm in width that appear either as a result of contamination or incomplete toner transfer. DFP701 Middle classification: Lines/Streaks A smudge or a white area inside an image, in a linear shape with 1mm or smaller width. DFP755...
  • Page 30 4. Troubleshooting Image Quality Problems Small classification Sample image Description Vertical black (color) streaks • See page 48 "Vertical Black Streaks". Black (color) streaks appearing in the paper feed direction. • See page 50 "Vertical Black (color) Streaks (1)". • See page 52 "Vertical Black (color) Streaks (2)".
  • Page 31 Image Index Small classification Sample image Description Vertical glossy streaks Glossy streaks appearing in the paper feed direction. DFP706 Horizontal white streaks • See page 47 "Whiter at the Trailing Edge". Glossy streaks appearing in the direction perpendicular to the paper feed direction.
  • Page 32 4. Troubleshooting Image Quality Problems Small classification Sample image Description Jitter Blurred area visible as bands in the direction perpendicular to the paper feed direction DFP709 Banding Banding at regular intervals in the direction perpendicular to the paper feed direction. (Gear eyes: Color unevenness in the same interval as the pitch of the gear.) DFP710...
  • Page 33: Large Classification: Spots

    Image Index Small classification Sample image Description Vertical black (color) bands Black (color) bands appearing in the paper feed direction. DFP713 Horizontal black (color) bands Black (color) bands appearing in the direction perpendicular to the paper feed direction. DFP714 Fuzzy lines Blurred images in the shape of slightly winding bands in the paper feed direction.
  • Page 34 4. Troubleshooting Image Quality Problems White spots and Fireflies are considered different issues as the former does not consist a core in the center of the unprinted spot. DFP757 Middle classification: Spot White spots seen in solid image areas or black/color spots seen where there should be nothing printed. The description "white spots"...
  • Page 35: Large Classification: Full Page

    Image Index Small classification Sample image Description White spots • See page 91 "White Spots/ Toner Blasting". White spots are visible inside solid image or halftone image area • See page 94 "Blister-like because of missing toner. White Spots". DFP718 Spots with toner •...
  • Page 36 4. Troubleshooting Image Quality Problems DFP758 Middle classification: Full page Image/text does not appear on the printout. DFP721 Small classification Sample image Description All black Copied paper is all black. DFP721 Blank No image is reproduced. DFP722...
  • Page 37 Image Index Middle classification: Unprinted Parts of the developed images and letters are not reproduced. DFP759 Small classification Sample image Description White zone • See page 100 "Patch Unprinted Image". Part of a solid image or halftone is missing. • See page 105 "Fainter Leading Edge".
  • Page 38 4. Troubleshooting Image Quality Problems Small classification Sample image Description Halo There is a white line around a solid object. DFP725 Negative residual image Previously copied image pattern is reproduced (density difference in white) in the halftone part on the next page.
  • Page 39 Image Index Small classification Sample image Description Missing image Developed image slid in the subscan direction or missing. DFP729 Middle classification: Unevenness The density of the developed image is uneven. DFP760 Small classification Sample image Description High density Image density higher than configured.
  • Page 40 4. Troubleshooting Image Quality Problems Small classification Sample image Description Uneven density • See page 128 "Uneven Density: 189 mm (7.5 inches) Image density is uneven within the Pitch". same page. • See page 129 "Uneven Density within 90 mm (3.5 inches) of the Trailing Edge".
  • Page 41 Image Index Small classification Sample image Description Color difference The colors differ between the original (1) and the output (2). DFP736 Rough image • See page 140 "Mottling". Color is uneven and small white spots are visible inside a solid image. With color copiers, white spots may not appear when two colors are overlapped.
  • Page 42 4. Troubleshooting Image Quality Problems Small classification Sample image Description Blur • See page 149 "Blurred Image: Around a Clear Image". Image seemingly blurred in all directions. DFP740 Middle classification: Dirtied printouts Non-image area is dirtied. DFP743 Small classification Sample image Description Background stains Granular stains are visible in...
  • Page 43 Image Index Small classification Sample image Description Toner scattered • See page 176 "Toner Scattering: Lines". Toner scattered around a letter. • See page 180 "Toner Scattering: Trailing Edge". • See page 183 "Toner Scattering: Around a Solid Fill Image". DFP743 Edge stains •...
  • Page 44 4. Troubleshooting Image Quality Problems Small classification Sample image Description Irregularity Image becoming irregular in comparison with the original. DFP745 Image expansion • See page 194 "Stretched Image". Image expanded abnormally in comparison with the original. DFP746 Image contraction • See page 194 "Shrunken Image".
  • Page 45 Image Index Small classification Sample image Description Claw marks Stains of toner that got on the paper when it came into contact with drum/ fuser pawls. DFP749 Middle classification: Shifted image Registration shift causes the images to appear longer or wider than the original. DFP751 Small classification Sample image...
  • Page 46 4. Troubleshooting Image Quality Problems Small classification Sample image Description Vertical color shift Color shifted in the paper feed direction where colors should be overlaid. DFP752 Horizontal color shift Color shifted in the direction perpendicular to the paper feed direction where colors should be overlaid.
  • Page 47: Image Quality Problem: Lines

    5. Image Quality Problem: Lines Streaks Horizontal Black Streaks (Image Edge) The horizontal column density fluctuates at 11 mm (0.4 inches) intervals on the right edge perpendicular to the paper feed direction. This fluctuation does not occur in the area that is 90 mm (3.6 inches) or less from the trailing edge.
  • Page 48: Horizontal White Streaks

    5. Image Quality Problem: Lines Increase the value in [Transfer Timing Roller] by 0.1%. Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Repeat Steps 1 and 2. Horizontal White Streaks White streaks of 1 to 8 mm (0.04 to 0.3 inches) long and perpendicular to the paper feed direction appear.
  • Page 49: Whiter At The Trailing Edge

    Streaks Detach the charge unit of the affected color and wipe the charge roller with a well-wrung- out damp cloth. Wipe a dry, unused, lint-free cloth until no moisture remains. Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Replace the charge unit. •...
  • Page 50: Vertical Black Streaks

    5. Image Quality Problem: Lines • To adjust the following settings, pre-register the type of paper in use as a custom paper. For details about registering custom papers, see "Specifying a Custom Paper", Preparation. Solution: In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1201: [Max Image Density], and then decrease the value in [Clear/Special] by 1.
  • Page 51 Streaks This may occur if: • Printing is done at low temperature or humidity • Halftone images are printed in black and white • To adjust the following settings, pre-register the type of paper in use as a custom paper. For details about registering custom papers, see "Specifying a Custom Paper", Preparation.
  • Page 52 5. Image Quality Problem: Lines Vertical Black (color) Streaks (1) Black (color) streaks parallel to the paper feed direction appear. CWH400 Cause: This may occur if: • The charge roller is stained. • The PCU cleaning unit has worn out. •...
  • Page 53 Streaks Wipe a dry, unused, lint-free cloth until no moisture remains. Is the charge roller clean? Go to the next step. Skip to step 8. Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Proceed to "(b) Checking the Photoconductor unit". Replace the charger unit.
  • Page 54 5. Image Quality Problem: Lines Vertical Black (color) Streaks (2) Extended, blurred black (color) streaks parallel to the paper feed direction appear. The streaks also appear randomly in the margins. CWH401 Cause: If the temperature or humidity is low, remaining toner might be missed by the cleaning blade of the ITB cleaning unit or paper transfer unit, causing streaks to appear sporadically.
  • Page 55 Streaks Vertical Black (color) Streaks (3) A streak appears in parallel to the paper feed direction. This may occur on half-tone images. DFP486 Cause: There is a trace (streak) of the paper edge on the fusing belt. Solution: In the [Machine: Maintenance] group on the [Adjustment Settings for Operators] menu, select 0508: [Manually Smooth Fusing Belt], and then execute [Belt Scratches].
  • Page 56 5. Image Quality Problem: Lines DXT833 Cause: This may occur if you execute 10: [Density Difference Printing: Across Feed] with any fragments on the exposure glass or reference white board in the paper path inside the left drawer. Solution: Turn off the main power. For details about how to turn off the main power, see "Turning Off/On the Power", Replacement Guide.
  • Page 57 Streaks Pull down the lever C1. DFP009 Pull the drawer out completely until it stops. DFP010 Pull up and open the cover D3. DXT816 Clean the shading plate. Using the dry cloth for cleaning the contact glass, wipe from the rear to front part to remove any fragments.
  • Page 58 5. Image Quality Problem: Lines DXT834 Clean the sheet-through exposure glasses. Using the dry cloth for cleaning the contact glass, wipe from the rear to front part to remove any fragments. DXT835 Close the cover D3. Push the left drawer slowly into the machine until it stops. Pull up the lever C1.
  • Page 59 Streaks bzs415 Cause: The photoconductor unit is stained. Solution: To identify the affected color, print three full-page, solid-fill A3 or DLT sheets for each of cyan, magenta, black, and green and three full-page, halftone A3 or DLT sheets for each of cyan, magenta, and yellow.
  • Page 60 5. Image Quality Problem: Lines Vertical White Streaks (2) A white streak appears in parallel to the paper feed direction. DFP420 Cause: There is a trace remaining after polishing the fusing belt by the fusing belt smoothing roller. This may occur when using paper with Paper Weight 7 to 8. •...
  • Page 61 Streaks [Heat Roller Temp] • [FCS: Fuser Setting HQ] [Heat Roller Temp: Clr/Sp], [Heat Roller Temp: White] • [S: Fuser Setting HQ] [Heat Roller Temp: Clr/Sp], [Heat Roller Temp: White] Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Repeat Steps 1 and 2. If the problem persists even though the value has been increased to the upper limit, contact your service representative.
  • Page 62 5. Image Quality Problem: Lines Solution: In the [Machine: Maintenance] group on the [Adjustment Settings for Operators] menu, select 0508: [Manually Smooth Fusing Belt], and then execute [Belt Scratches]. Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Go to the next step. Repeat Steps 1 and 2.
  • Page 63 Streaks Solution: (a) Executing Fusing Belt Manual Smoothing Adjustment In the [Machine: Maintenance] group on the [Adjustment Settings for Operators] menu, select 0508: [Manually Smooth Fusing Belt], and then execute [Uneven Gloss: Short Time]. Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Go to the next step.
  • Page 64 5. Image Quality Problem: Lines • [FCS] [Heat Roller Temp: Clr/Sp], [Heat Roller Temp: White] • [S] [Heat Roller Temp: Clr/Sp], [Heat Roller Temp: White] • [BW/FC/FCS: Fuser Setting HQ] [Heat Roller Temp] • [FCS: Fuser Setting HQ] [Heat Roller Temp: Clr/Sp], [Heat Roller Temp: White] •...
  • Page 65 Streaks • [FCS: Fuser Setting HQ] [Corct Temp: Pre-Fd: Clr/Sp], [Corct Temp: Pre-Fd: White] • [S: Fuser Setting HQ] [Corct Temp: Pre-Fd: Clr/Sp], [Corct Temp: Pre-Fd: White] • After performing the solution, it is recommended to perform the color calibration of the external controller.
  • Page 66 5. Image Quality Problem: Lines Bands Banding: General Density fluctuation occurs periodically in the vertical direction to the paper feed direction. CWH407 Cause: Density fluctuation occurs when the pitch phase between the charge roller, developing roller, paper transfer roller, and photoreceptor is different. Solution: The solution depends on the length of intervals whereby the density fluctuation occurs.
  • Page 67 Bands Go to the next step. Print a full-page, half-tone A3 sheet for each of cyan, magenta, yellow, and black, and then measure by a ruler, etc., the intervals between the spots affected by density fluctuation. Perform the following solution. If the applicable interval is not listed, contact your service representative.
  • Page 68 5. Image Quality Problem: Lines Banding: 63 mm (2.4 inches) Intervals Density fluctuation occurs at intervals of 63 mm (2.4 inches). 63 mm 63 mm 63 mm (2.4 in.) (2.4 in.) (2.4 in.) DFP352 Cause: Caused by difference in roller speed The speed of the paper transfer is higher than that of transfer timing roller.
  • Page 69 Bands Is it lower than -0.5%? Contact your service representative. Decrease the value in [Paper Transfer Roller] by 0.1%. Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Repeat Step 1 to 3. If the problem persists even if you lower the value to -0.5, contact your service representative.
  • Page 70 5. Image Quality Problem: Lines Banding: 189 mm (7.5 inches) Intervals Density fluctuation occurs at intervals of 189 mm (7.5 inches). 189 mm (7.5 in.) DFP395 Cause: This may occur if: • When the environment changes from high temperature or humidity to low temperature or humidity •...
  • Page 71 Bands DXT813 Cause: Transfer blur occurs due to speed fluctuation of the intermediate transfer belt. This may occur if printing using special color only. • To adjust the following settings, pre-register the type of paper in use as a custom paper. For details about registering custom papers, see "Specifying a Custom Paper", Preparation.
  • Page 72 5. Image Quality Problem: Lines 95 mm 20 mm (3.7 in.) (0.8 in.) DXT831 Cause: This may occur if: • When printing an image including solid-fill parts • When printing an image with half-tone images in the area from the solid-fill parts to the point 95 mm away from the trailing edge of the paper •...
  • Page 73 Bands (a) If printing an original including both solid-fill and half-tone parts on the same page Can you rotate the original by 90 or 180 degrees? DXT832 • A: Rotation by 90 degrees • B: Rotation by 180 degrees Rotate the original by 90 or 180 degrees. Proceed to Step 3.
  • Page 74 5. Image Quality Problem: Lines [Clear/Special], [White] Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Go to the next step. Select 1231: [Print Speed], and then set the value in the following corresponding settings to [Low]. • [BW/FC/FCS] [BW/FC/FCS] •...
  • Page 75 Bands (b) If printing an original that has solid-fill images at the trailing edge of a page and half-tone images at the leading edge of the next page Can you rotate the original by 90 or 180 degrees? DXT832 • A: Rotation by 90 degrees •...
  • Page 76 5. Image Quality Problem: Lines Contact your service representative. Banding: Metallic Paper (Random Pitch) When printing on metallic paper, white streaks 5 to 40 mm long appear all over the paper perpendicular to the paper feed direction. DXT840 Cause: This may occur when printing on metallic paper. •...
  • Page 77 Bands [Side 2: Clear/Special], [Side 2: White] Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Repeat Step 1 to 2. If the density becomes too low or white spots appear, contact your service representative. Jitter: Jitter during Paper Transfer (Perforated Paper) When printing on perforated paper, such as for business card printing, one or more color bands appear perpendicular to the paper feed direction.
  • Page 78 5. Image Quality Problem: Lines Finished! Go to the next step. In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1231: [Print Speed], and then set the value in the following corresponding settings to [Middle]. • [BW/FC/FCS] [BW/FC/FCS] •...
  • Page 79 Bands 300 mm (11.8 in.) DXT837 Cause: Transfer fluctuation has occurred due to the jitter produced when the leading edge of the stiff paper is fed through the paper transfer roller. • To adjust the following settings, pre-register the type of paper in use as a custom paper. For details about registering custom papers, see "Specifying a Custom Paper", Preparation.
  • Page 80 5. Image Quality Problem: Lines Horizontal Black Banding: Leading Edge of Paper (9 mm) Black banding perpendicular to the paper feed direction appears in the area approximately 9 mm from the leading edge of the paper. 9 mm (0.35 in.) DXT838 Cause: This may occur when printing on coated paper.
  • Page 81 Bands Repeat Steps 1 and 2. In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1223: [Paper Transfer Nip], and then decrease the value in [Adjust Gap] by "20". Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Go to the next step.
  • Page 82 5. Image Quality Problem: Lines Solutions: In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1341: [Motor Speed], and then check the present value in [Paper Transfer Roller]. Is it lower than 0.5%? Increase the value in [Paper Transfer Roller] by 0.1%. No further improvement is likely.
  • Page 83 Bands Solutions: In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1214: [Paper Transfer Output], and then adjust the values in the following settings in steps of ±1 according to the mode in use. • [BW] [Side 1], [Side 2] •...
  • Page 84 5. Image Quality Problem: Lines Cause: This may occur when printing on high-resistance synthetic paper. This may occur if: • Printing is done at low temperature or humidity • Halftone images are printed • To adjust the following settings, pre-register the type of paper in use as a custom paper. For details about registering custom papers, see "Specifying a Custom Paper", Preparation.
  • Page 85 6. Image Quality Problem: Spots Spots Black (color) Spots (1) Colored spots appear at 189 mm or 40 mm (7.5 inches or 1.6 inches) intervals. 189 mm (7.5 in.) 40 mm (1.6 in.) CEZ539 Cause: (a) Colored spots appear at 189 mm (7.5 inches) intervals The drum is scratched or stained.
  • Page 86 6. Image Quality Problem: Spots Perform a test print. Determine the color in which color dots appear. No / Not Certain Do color dots appear at regular intervals? Contact your service representative. Approx. 40 mm How long is the regular interval at which the problem occurs? Approx.
  • Page 87 Spots (b) Colored spots appear at 40 mm (1.6 inches) intervals Does it occur at low temperature? Turn on the paper tray heater and ITB heater. Perform a test print. Detach the charge roller Has the problem been resolved? unit of the affected color and check the roller surface.
  • Page 88 6. Image Quality Problem: Spots • Do not use ethanol or any other organic solvent to clean the charge roller. Otherwise it may cause damage to the charge roller. CEZ522 • For details about replacing the charge unit, see Replacement Guide. •...
  • Page 89 Spots • Duplex printing • Printing on uncoated (especially rough-textured) paper • Halftone printing • Printing after halftone printing • Printing after printing on many small-size sheets • To adjust the following settings, pre-register the type of paper in use as a custom paper. For details about registering custom papers, see "Specifying a Custom Paper", Preparation.
  • Page 90 6. Image Quality Problem: Spots Repeat Steps 3 and 4. If the problem persists even after increasing the heating roller's temperature to 185°C, go to the next step. Have changes to the settings resulted in glossy lines or paper misfeed? Reset the temperature, and then go to the next step.
  • Page 91 Spots [BW/FC/FCS] • [FCS: Fuser Setting HQ] [Clear/Special], [White] • [S: Fuser Setting HQ] [Clear/Special], [White] Select 1232: [Fusing Temperature], and then set the value in the following corresponding settings by 10. • [BW/FC/FCS] [Corct Temp: Pre-Feed] • [FCS] [Corct Temp: Pre-Fd: Clr/Sp], [Corct Temp: Pre-Fd: White] •...
  • Page 92 6. Image Quality Problem: Spots • [FCS/S] [Cleaning Interval: Clr/Sp], [Cleaning Interval: White] Print 20 sheets of the image, then another 10. Does this eliminate the problem? Finished! Go to the next step. Select 1238: [Fusing Cleaning], and then set the value in the following corresponding settings to [More Frequently].
  • Page 93 Spots White Spots/Toner Blasting White Spots White spots of 0.2 to 0.3 mm (0.008 to 0.01 inches) in diameter appear. CEZ527 Toner Blasting Toner is scattered around a solid-fill print. CEZ545 Cause: This may occur if: • Printing is done at low temperature or humidity. •...
  • Page 94 6. Image Quality Problem: Spots Solution: <If paper dust is stuck to the paper> Clean the paper feed path (dust catcher, transfer timing roller, guide board, and paper feed roller) between the paper tray in use and the transfer unit's nip (where the images are transferred from the intermediate transfer belt to the paper).
  • Page 95 Spots Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Go to the next step. Repeat Steps 1 to 3. Does white spotting or toner blasting occur on Side 2? Proceed to "(b) If the problem occurs on side 2". Finished! (b) If the problem occurs on side 2 Which problem occurs? Toner Blasting...
  • Page 96 6. Image Quality Problem: Spots Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Repeat Steps 1 to 3. • If you reduce the paper transfer output to eliminate white spots, copies may become too faint. • After performing the solution, it is recommended to perform the color calibration of the external controller.
  • Page 97 Spots Solution: Carry out the following sequence of procedures. Terminate the sequence as soon as the problem is resolved. (a) Changing the print setting In the printer driver screen of Fiery Command WorkStation 6, set Fuser Setting HQ mode. Print 10 or more A3 sheets. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Go to the next step.
  • Page 98 6. Image Quality Problem: Spots Proceed to "(d) Changing the fusing temperature (If [Print Speed] is set to [Low])". (c) Changing the fusing temperature (If [Print Speed] is set to [Middle]) In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1232: [Fusing Temperature], and then decrease the value in the following corresponding settings by 5°C.
  • Page 99 Spots [Heat Roller Temp] • [FCS: Fuser Setting HQ] [Heat Roller Temp: Clr/Sp], [Heat Roller Temp: White] • [S: Fuser Setting HQ] [Heat Roller Temp: Clr/Sp], [Heat Roller Temp: White] Select 1232: [Fusing Temperature], and then set the value in the following corresponding settings to 0°C.
  • Page 100 6. Image Quality Problem: Spots Print 10 or more A3 sheets. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Proceed to "(e) Decreasing the fusing temperature". (e) Decreasing the fusing temperature In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1232: [Fusing Temperature], and then decrease the value in the following corresponding settings by 5°C.
  • Page 101 Spots • The toner does not come off even if it is lightly rubbed by a nail. • The toner does not come off even if it is rubbed by the cloth for cleaning the contact glass. Medaka (White Spots) White dots or short lines appear, spaced at intervals of 189 mm (7.5 inches) in the direction of the paper feed.
  • Page 102 6. Image Quality Problem: Spots Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Replace the PCU cleaning unit and photoconductor unit. If the problem persists, contact your service representative. • For details about replacing the PCU cleaning unit and photoconductor unit, see Replacement Guide.
  • Page 103 Spots Solution: In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, check the present value in 1222: [Paper Transfer Nip Operation Mode]. Is it [Off]? Proceed to Step 4. Go to the next step. Set 1222: [Paper Transfer Nip Operation Mode] to [Off.] Print the image.
  • Page 104 6. Image Quality Problem: Spots DXT845 Cause: White spots Coagulated toner and its surroundings are not transferred Colored streaks Colored streaks appear due to coagulated toner melting in the development unit. This may occur if: • If the machine or toner has been left idle at high temperature (due to long vacation, etc.) •...
  • Page 105 Spots Contact your service representative. White Spots: Like Bird Footprints White spots like bird footprints appear at the trailing edge of the paper. DXT846 Cause: This may occur if the transfer entrance guide plate is stained at low temperature and humidity. •...
  • Page 106 6. Image Quality Problem: Spots <If white spots appear on Side 2> [With Feed] of [Image Position: Side 2] Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Contact your service representative. • By increasing the value in [With Feed] of [Image Position: Side 1] or [With Feed] of [Image Position: Side 2], the image moves to the left (leading edge).
  • Page 107 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page Unprinted Fainter Leading Edge The leading edge is fainter. CEZ562 Cause: The cause of fainter images varies according to the type of paper being used and operation environment. The type of fainter images varies according to its cause, as follows. Insufficient transfer pressure DXT855...
  • Page 108 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page Horizontal white streaks appear. This may occur when using thick paper. Insufficient transfer current DXT856 Density fluctuation-like faint prints appear. This may occur when printing at low temperature or when using thin coated paper. Excessive transfer current DXT857 Small white spots appear.
  • Page 109 Unprinted Carry out the following sequence of procedures. Terminate the sequence as soon as the problem is resolved. (a) Adjusting the paper transfer nip operation mode In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, check the present value in 1222: [Paper Transfer Nip Operation Mode].
  • Page 110 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page (b) Adjusting the target constant voltage (Insufficient transfer current) In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1216: [Paper Transfer Output Correction: Paper Edge], and then increase the value in the following corresponding settings by "1".
  • Page 111 Unprinted • [FC/FCS] [Leading Edge] • [S] [Leading Edge: Clear/Sp], [Leading Edge: White] Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Repeat Steps 1 and 2. If the problem persists even if the value is decreased to the lower limit, contact your service representative. •...
  • Page 112 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page Solution: Carry out the following sequence of procedures. Terminate the sequence as soon as the problem is resolved. (a) Adjusting the paper transfer nip operation mode In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, check the present value in 1222: [Paper Transfer Nip Operation Mode].
  • Page 113 Unprinted • [S] [Trailing Edge Len.: Clr/Sp], [Trailing Edge Len.: White] Select 1216: [Paper Transfer Output Correction: Paper Edge], and then adjust the values in the following settings in steps of ±1 according to the mode in use. • [BW] [Trailing Edge] •...
  • Page 114 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page Has the problem of fainter prints been resolved? Finished! Repeat Steps 6 to 8. Unprinted: When Using a Transparent Film White spots appear at the trailing edge when printing on a transparent film. DFP430 Cause: This may occur if: •...
  • Page 115 Unprinted In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1101: [Image Position], and then select [Across Feed] of [Image Position: Side 1]. Adjust the image data position. • After performing the solution, it is recommended to perform the color calibration of the external controller.
  • Page 116 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page • Special color mode is available for Pro C7200X, Pro C7210X, Pro C7200SX, and Pro C7210SX. • To adjust the following settings, pre-register the type of paper in use as a custom paper. For details about registering custom papers, see "Specifying a Custom Paper", Preparation.
  • Page 117 Unprinted Did the image quality deteriorate? Reset the values in the following settings, and then proceed to Step 8. • 1218: [Paper Transfer Output: Textured Paper Mode] • 1231: [Print Speed] Go to the next step. Has the problem of fainter prints been resolved? Finished! Go to the next step.
  • Page 118 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page Voids DXT854 Cause: Steam from the paper can cause condensation on the guide plate between the fusing part and the heat pipe roller. The consequence of this phenomenon will vary depending on when the condensation appears on the paper.
  • Page 119 Unprinted • For details about Weekly Timer Detailed Settings, see "System Settings", Device Management. Worm Holes: Text or Edge of an Image Dropouts (character voids) occur when characters or lines are printed in color mode. DFP356 Cause: This may occur if: •...
  • Page 120 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page Click the [Color] tab. Click [General Settings] or [Expert Settings]. Check the setting value in "Gray and Black (CMYK and RGB)". Is it "ColorWise Off"? Go to the next step. Proceed to Step 7. Ensure that "Gray and Black (CMYK and RGB)"...
  • Page 121 Unprinted In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, set the value in 1222: [Paper Transfer Nip Operation Mode] to [Low Pressure Mode]. Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Go to the next step. Select 1223: [Paper Transfer Nip], and then set [Adjust Gap] to "4". Print the image.
  • Page 122 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page • Reduction in yields • Occurrence of fusing blisters • After performing the solution, it is recommended to perform the color calibration of the external controller. • Special color mode is available for Pro C7200X, Pro C7210X, Pro C7200SX, and Pro C7210SX. Worm Holes: When Using the Clear Toner When printing using the clear toner, patchy images appear where the clear toner overlaps.
  • Page 123 Unprinted Cause: This may occur if: • Printing is done at high temperature or humidity • Printing solid fills • Slippery paper is used • Printing on small size of paper • To adjust the following settings, pre-register the type of paper in use as a custom paper. For details about registering custom papers, see "Specifying a Custom Paper", Preparation.
  • Page 124 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page Go to the next step. Adjust the image density. <If custom paper is used> In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1201: [Max Image Density], and then change all color values to [ ]. <If custom paper is not used>...
  • Page 125 Unprinted Repeat Steps 1 and 2. If the problem persists even if you decrease the value to -0.5, proceed to "(b) Adjusting the paper transfer feed pressure" or "(d) Adjusting the environment". (d) Adjusting the environment Perform the following solution within the permissible range: •...
  • Page 126 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page Uneven Density Low Image Density of Black Area Black is fainter than normal during full color printing. Normal CEZ566 Black is fainter CEZ584 Cause: In full color or special color mode, the part printed using only black ink may become faint. If the black toner and special toner positions are reversed, the brightness of the white sections may be reduced.
  • Page 127 Uneven Density Solution: • When reversing the black toner and special toner positions, all black settings should be adjusted for white. (a) Adjusting the image transfer output / paper transfer output In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1212: [Image Transfer Output], Increase the value in the following corresponding settings by 1.
  • Page 128 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Go to the next step. Has the image quality improved? If uncertain, set the prior value of 1214: [Paper Transfer Output] to "-5", and then confirm the image quality.
  • Page 129 Uneven Density Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Proceed to "(d) Print black using 4 colors". (d) Print black using 4 colors Launch Fiery Command WorkStation 6. Click [Job Properties] corresponding to the image to be printed. Click the [Color] tab.
  • Page 130 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page • When printing small solid fill images. • To adjust the following settings, pre-register the type of paper in use as a custom paper. For details about registering custom papers, see "Specifying a Custom Paper", Preparation. Solution: (a) Adjusting the image transfer output In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1212: [Image Transfer...
  • Page 131 Uneven Density 189 mm (7.5 in.) 189 mm (7.5 in.) CNT002 Cause: If the machine is left unattended for a long period in an environment where temperature and humidity are high, corona products on the photoconductor unit absorb moisture to prevent a buildup or removal of static electricity on the photoconductor unit.
  • Page 132 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page 90 mm 90 mm (3.5 in.) (3.5 in.) CEZ564 Cause: This may occur if: • Printing is done at low temperature or humidity • To adjust the following settings, pre-register the type of paper in use as a custom paper. For details about registering custom papers, see "Specifying a Custom Paper", Preparation.
  • Page 133 Uneven Density Did changing the density make the problem worse? Set [Transfer Timing Roller] back to its original value, and then proceed to "(b) When reducing the transfer timing roller value aggravates the problem". Go to the next step. Select 1341: [Motor Speed], and then check the present value in the [Transfer Timing Roller].
  • Page 134 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page Go to the next step. Select 1341: [Motor Speed], and then check the present value in [Transfer Timing Roller]. Is it higher than 0.5%? Contact your service representative. Go to the next step. Select 1341: [Motor Speed], and then increase the value in [Transfer Timing Roller] by 0.1%.
  • Page 135 Uneven Density CXM002 Cause: This may occur if: • Heavily textured paper is used. • Thick paper is used. • Documents with a small image area are printed continuously. • To adjust the following settings, pre-register the type of paper in use as a custom paper. For details about registering custom papers, see "Specifying a Custom Paper", Preparation.
  • Page 136 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page • [S: Fuser Setting HQ] [Clear/Special], [White] Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Proceed to "(b) If white spots appear on an embossed surface" or "(c) If printing on an embossed surface is dense". (b) If white spots appear on an embossed surface In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1218: [Paper Transfer Output: Textured Paper Mode], and then increase the value in the following...
  • Page 137 Uneven Density [Side 1], [Side 2] • [FC/FCS] [Side 1], [Side 2] • [FCS] [Side 1], [Side 2] • [S] [Side 1: Clear/Special], [Side 1: White] [Side 2: Clear/Special], [Side 2: White] Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Go to next step.
  • Page 138 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page (e) Adjust the image transfer setting In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1212: [Image Transfer Output], and then adjust the value in the following corresponding setting. • [BW] [Black] •...
  • Page 139 Uneven Density DXT851 Cause: This may occur if: • Metallic Paper is used • Textured paper is used • When printing two-color full solid fill images. • To adjust the following settings, pre-register the type of paper in use as a custom paper. For details about registering custom papers, see "Specifying a Custom Paper", Preparation.
  • Page 140 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page Select 1214: [Paper Transfer Output], and then increase the value in the following corresponding settings by "2". • [BW] [Side 1], [Side 2] • [FC/FCS] [Side 1], [Side 2] • [S] [Side 1: Clear/Special], [Side 1: White] [Side 2: Clear/Special], [Side 2: White] Print the image.
  • Page 141 Uneven Density Solution: In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1341: [Motor Speed], check the present value in [Paper Transfer Roller]. Is it -0.5% or lower? Go to the next step. Contact your service representative. Select 1341: [Motor Speed], and then decrease the value in [Paper Transfer Roller] by 0.1%.
  • Page 142 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page • Turn the printer on about 1 hour before printing. If the problem persists, contact your service representative. Mottling Mottling occurs in solid-filled areas. Normal Mottled Cause: This may occur if: • Using paper with a rough surface •...
  • Page 143 Uneven Density If black is fainter in FC mode, also see the solution in page 124 "Low Image Density of Black Area". If white spots appear, also see the solution in page 91 "White Spots/Toner Blasting". (a) Adjust the image density. In the [Machine: Image Quality] group on the [Adjustment Settings for Operators] menu, select 0201: [Execute Image Quality Adjustment] and execute [Adjust Image Density].
  • Page 144 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page [Side 1], [Side 2] • [FCS] [Side 1], [Side 2] • [S] [Side 1: Clear/Special], [Side 1: White] [Side 2: Clear/Special], [Side 2: White] Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Go to next step. In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1212: [Image Transfer Output], and then adjust the value in the following corresponding settings by one step.
  • Page 145 Uneven Density • [FCS: Fuser Setting HQ] [Clear/Special], [White] • [S: Fuser Setting HQ] [Clear/Special], [White] Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Go to next step. In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1218: [Paper Transfer Output: Textured Paper Mode], and then adjust the value in the following corresponding settings by one step.
  • Page 146 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page • [S] [Side 1: Clear/Special], [Side 1: White] [Side 2: Clear/Special], [Side 2: White] Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Proceed to "(d) Execute developer refreshing". (d) Execute developer refreshing In the [Machine: Maintenance] group on the [Adjustment Settings for Operators] menu, execute 0506: [Execute Developer Refreshing] for the specified color.
  • Page 147 Uneven Density Contact your service representative. • Performing procedure "(e) Adjust maximum image density" increases the consumption of toner, and it tends to decrease the fusing of toner. Perform this procedure as a temporary solution, and restore the original set value after this printing job. •...
  • Page 148 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1231: [Print Speed], and then decrease the value in the following corresponding settings by one level. If the present value is [High], select [Middle]. If it is [Middle], select [Low]. •...
  • Page 149 Uneven Density • [S: Fuser Setting HQ] [Heat Roller Temp: Clr/Sp], [Heat Roller Temp: White] Print 5 or more A4 sheets. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Carry out "(a) Changing the printing speed". (c) Changing the fusing temperature (If [Print Speed] is set to [Low]) In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1232: [Fusing Temperature], and then decrease the value in the following corresponding settings by 20°C.
  • Page 150 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page [Corct Temp: Init Fd: Clr/Sp], [Corct Temp: Init Fd: White] • [S: Fuser Setting HQ] [Corct Temp: Init Fd: Clr/Sp], [Corct Temp: Init Fd: White] Select 1232: [Fusing Temperature], and then set the value in the following corresponding settings to 5°C.
  • Page 151 Uneven Density • [FCS: Fuser Setting HQ] [Heat Roller Temp: Clr/Sp], [Heat Roller Temp: White] • [S: Fuser Setting HQ] [Heat Roller Temp: Clr/Sp], [Heat Roller Temp: White] Print 5 or more A4 sheets. Has the problem been resolved? Go to the next step. Repeat Steps 1 and 2.
  • Page 152 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page Blurred DFP423 Cause: This may occur if: • Printing in a high temperature and humidity environment • To adjust the following settings, pre-register the type of paper in use as a custom paper. For details about registering custom papers, see "Specifying a Custom Paper", Preparation.
  • Page 153 Uneven Density Uneven Gloss Glossy lines perpendicular to the paper feed direction appear. Ghosting occurs if lower luster affects parts of the fusing belt lacking toner (such as the intervals between paper feeds, margins at the leading and trailing edges, and white spots). 278 mm (10.9 in.) 278 mm (10.9 in.) DXT815...
  • Page 154 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Proceed to "(b) Adjust the print speed setting". (b) Adjust the print speed setting Decrease the line speed. This will decrease the throughput, but is it OK? Go to the next step. Proceed to "(e) Decrease the heat roller temperature".
  • Page 155 Uneven Density [Heat Roller Temp] • [FCS] [Heat Roller Temp: Clr/Sp], [Heat Roller Temp: White] • [S] [Heat Roller Temp: Clr/Sp], [Heat Roller Temp: White] • [BW/FC/FCS: Fuser Setting HQ] [Heat Roller Temp] • [FCS: Fuser Setting HQ] [Heat Roller Temp: Clr/Sp], [Heat Roller Temp: White] •...
  • Page 156 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page Select 1232: [Fusing Temperature], and then set the value in the following corresponding settings to "0°C". • [BW/FC/FCS] [Corct Temp: Initial Feed] • [FCS] [Corct Temp: Init Fd: Clr/Sp], [Corct Temp: Init Fd: White] •...
  • Page 157 Uneven Density Is the toner fusibility within the permissible range? Finished! Contact your service representative. (e) Decrease the heat roller temperature In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1232: [Fusing Temperature], and then decrease the value in the following corresponding settings by 5°C.
  • Page 158 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page • The printed image does not come off. • The toner does not come off even if it is lightly rubbed by a nail. • The toner does not come off even if it is rubbed by the cloth for cleaning the contact glass. Residual Gloss (Gloss Ghost): Multiple Multiple horizontal glossy lines appear.
  • Page 159 Uneven Density Procedure (a): In the [Machine: Maintenance] group on the [Adjustment Settings for Operators] menu, select 0508: [Manually Smooth Fusing Belt] and execute [Uneven Gloss: Short Time]. Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Go to the next step. Execute [Uneven Gloss: Short Time] in 0508: [Manually Smooth Fusing Belt] until the problem is resolved.
  • Page 160 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page • After performing the solution, it is recommended to perform the color calibration of the external controller. • Performing procedure (b) will decrease throughput. Uneven Gloss: Partly Uneven glossiness occurs partly. 278 mm (10.9 in.) 278 mm (10.9 in.) DXT868...
  • Page 161 Uneven Density DFP488 Cause: Because of the level of paper separation from the fusing unit being affected, uneven glossiness may occur. • To adjust the following settings, pre-register the type of paper in use as a custom paper. For details about registering custom papers, see "Specifying a Custom Paper", Preparation.
  • Page 162 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page Print 10 or more A4 sheets. Has the problem been resolved? Go to the next step. Repeat Steps 1 to 2. If the problem persists, contact your service representative. Is the toner fusibility within the permissible range? Finished! Contact your service representative.
  • Page 163 Uneven Density Solution: Based on the situation, proceed to "(a) Voids appear on the first 8 sheets of A3 paper during initial feeding" or "(b) Voids appear consistently when feeding paper". (a) Voids appear on the first 8 sheets of A3 paper during initial feeding In the [Machine: Maintenance] group on the [Adjustment Settings for Operators] menu, execute 0512: [Fuser Unit Speed Adjustment].
  • Page 164 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page DFP433 Cause: If thin coated paper or paper opened and stored at high temperature and humidity is used, it may be severely curled after fusing is performed on Side 1, so that and the paper and fusing belt may come into contact, resulting in this problem.
  • Page 165 Uneven Density [BW/FC/FCS] • [FCS: Fuser Setting HQ] [Clear/Special], [White] • [S: Fuser Setting HQ] [Clear/Special], [White] Is the setting set to [Middle]? Proceed to "(b) Changing the fusing temperature (If [Print Speed] is set to [Middle])". Proceed to "(c) Changing the fusing temperature (If [Print Speed] is set to [Low])". (b) Changing the fusing temperature (If [Print Speed] is set to [Middle]) In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1232: [Fusing Temperature], and then decrease the value in the following corresponding settings by...
  • Page 166 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page (c) Changing the fusing temperature (If [Print Speed] is set to [Low]) In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1232: [Fusing Temperature], and then decrease the value in the following corresponding settings by 20°C.
  • Page 167 Uneven Density • [FCS] [Corct Temp: Pre-Fd: Clr/Sp], [Corct Temp: Pre-Fd: White] • [S] [Corct Temp: Pre-Fd: Clr/Sp], [Corct Temp: Pre-Fd: White] • [BW/FC/FCS: Fuser Setting HQ] [Corct Temp: Pre-Feed] • [FCS: Fuser Setting HQ] [Corct Temp: Pre-Fd: Clr/Sp], [Corct Temp: Pre-Fd: White] •...
  • Page 168 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page Repeat Steps 1 and 2. Is the toner fusibility within the permissible range? Finished! Contact your service representative. • After performing the solution, it is recommended to perform the color calibration of the external controller.
  • Page 169 Uneven Density • A solid image is printed • To adjust the following settings, pre-register the type of paper in use as a custom paper. For details about registering custom papers, see "Specifying a Custom Paper", Preparation. Solution: In the [Machine: Productivity] group on the [Adjustment Settings for Operators] menu, select 0404: [Pressure Roller Cooling Fan Level], and then set the value in the following settings to [Strong].
  • Page 170 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page Go to the next step. Decrease the line speed. This will decrease the throughput, but is it OK? Proceed to "(a) Decreasing the printing speed". Proceed to "(b) Decreasing the fusing temperature". (a) Decreasing the printing speed In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1231: [Print Speed], and then set the value in the following corresponding settings to [Low].
  • Page 171 Uneven Density [Heat Roller Temp: Clr/Sp], [Heat Roller Temp: White] Select 1232: [Fusing Temperature], and then set the value in the following corresponding settings to 0°C. • [BW/FC/FCS] [Corct Temp: Initial Feed] • [FCS] [Corct Temp: Init Fd: Clr/Sp], [Corct Temp: Init Fd: White] •...
  • Page 172 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page (b) Decreasing the fusing temperature In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1232: [Fusing Temperature], and then decrease the value in the following corresponding settings by 5°C. • [BW/FC/FCS] [Heat Roller Temp] •...
  • Page 173 Uneven Density Uneven Gloss: Belt Marks Glossy belt marks may appear. 80 mm (3.1 in.) 80 mm (3.1 in.) 80 mm (3.1 in.) DXT849 Cause: This may occur if: • Printing is done at low temperature or humidity • When printing on synthetic papers. •...
  • Page 174 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page Cause: When paper is output, friction from air bubbles between the sheets can cause the gloss to be uneven. Moreover, differences in toner thickness on the paper's surface can also cause this issue. Solution: Install the optional buffer pass unit.
  • Page 175 Dirtied Printouts Dirtied Printouts Dirty Background Random "powdered" dots appear, creating a dirty background. The background may be partially or completely stained. Completely stained background CEZ543 Partially stained background CEZ544 Cause: This may occur at high temperature and humidity or when solid fills covering small areas is continuously printed.
  • Page 176 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page In the [Machine: Image Quality] group on the [Adjustment Settings for Operators] menu, select 0201: [Execute Image Quality Adjustment], and then execute [Adjust Image Density]. Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Contact your service representative.
  • Page 177 Dirtied Printouts Is there dirt or are there thin white scratches on the surface of the paper transfer roller? DXT858 Go to the next step. Contact your service representative. Replace the paper transfer unit. For details about how to replace the paper transfer unit, see Replacement Guide. Print the image.
  • Page 178 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page Cause: When printing images with a large area, such as solid fill images, on transparency film, the toner wax on the fusion belt may roll up onto the surface of the pressure roller, causing stains to appear on the back of the film.
  • Page 179 Dirtied Printouts 5 mm (0.2 in.) 1.5 - 5 mm (0.06 - 0.2 in.) CEZ546 Cause: This may occur when lines on coated or other slippery paper is printed. • To adjust the following settings, pre-register the type of paper in use as a custom paper. For details about registering custom papers, see "Specifying a Custom Paper", Preparation.
  • Page 180 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page Proceed to "(b) Decreasing the image transfer output". Select 1212: [Image Transfer Output], and then increase the value in the following corresponding settings. • [BW] [Black] • [FC/FCS] [Black] Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Go to the next step.
  • Page 181 Dirtied Printouts In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1212: [Image Transfer Output], and then decrease the value in the following corresponding settings until the problem is reduced sufficiently. • [BW] [Black] • [FC/FCS] [Black] Proceed to "(c) Adjusting the maximum image density". (c) Adjusting the maximum image density In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1201: [Max Image Density], and then decrease the value in [Black].
  • Page 182: Toner Scattering: Trailing Edge

    7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Go to the next step. Set the value in 1222: [Paper Transfer Nip Operation Mode] to [Mode 4]. Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Contact your service representative.
  • Page 183 Dirtied Printouts • To adjust the following settings, pre-register the type of paper in use as a custom paper. For details about registering custom papers, see "Specifying a Custom Paper", Preparation. Solution: Carry out the following sequence of procedures "(a) Adjusting the image transfer output", "(b) Adjusting the printing speed", "(c) Changing the paper direction", or "(d) Adjusting the image position".
  • Page 184 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page [BW/FC/FCS] • [FCS] [Clear/Special], [White] • [S] [Clear/Special], [White] • [BW/FC/FCS: Fuser Setting HQ] [BW/FC/FCS] • [FCS: Fuser Setting HQ] [Clear/Special], [White] • [S: Fuser Setting HQ] [Clear/Special], [White] Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Contact your service representative.
  • Page 185: Toner Scattering: Around A Solid Fill Image

    Dirtied Printouts Toner Scattering: Around a Solid Fill Image Toner is scattered around a solid-fill print. CEZ545 For details, see page 91 "White Spots/Toner Blasting". Multiple Toner Stains: Horizontal Streaks Multi-color toner stains occur in the form of horizontal streaks. DXT862 Cause: When printing at low temperature, a cleaning error may occur in the cleaning unit for the intermediate...
  • Page 186: Stains On The Trailing Edge (20 Mm Intervals)

    7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page Solution: Perform the following solution within the permissible range: • Increase the ambient temperature of the machine’s environment. Increase the temperature to approximately 20°C or higher. • Set the machine's anti-condensation heater switch to "ON". •...
  • Page 187: Stained Paper Edges

    Dirtied Printouts Contact your service representative. Stained Paper Edges Solution: If the paper edges are stained, carry out the procedure in page 185 "Stained Paper Edges (1)", page 186 "Stained Paper Edges (2)", page 186 "Stained Paper Edges (3)", page 187 "Stained Paper Edges (4)", page 188 "Stained Paper Edges (5)", or page 188 "Stained Paper Edges (6)".
  • Page 188: Stained Paper Edges (2)

    7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page Stained Paper Edges (2) CNT012 Cause: The antistatic brushes in the exit transport and invert transport of the drawer are stained or the anti-static brushes in Finisher SR5050/SR5060 are stained. Solution: For details about cleaning, see page 248 "Cleaning the Paper Feed Path". Stained Paper Edges (3) 40 mm (1.6 in.)
  • Page 189: Stained Paper Edges (4)

    Dirtied Printouts Solution: You can lessen the problem by decreasing the paper feed speed of the decurler unit. In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, adjust the paper feed speed of the decurler unit. • If the degree of decurling is set to "Off", reduce the value in [Decurler: Correction Off] of 1321: [Correct Paper Curl] by 0.5%.
  • Page 190: Stained Paper Edges (5)

    7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page Solution: For details about cleaning, see page 275 "Cleaning the Paper Path in the Buffer Pass Unit". Stained Paper Edges (5) 13 mm 67 mm 13 mm (0.5 in.) (0.5 in.) (2.6 in.) DFP393 Cause: When a particularly dense image is printed, the paper feed rollers may become stained with toner and the paper edges may in turn be stained by the toner on the paper feed rollers.
  • Page 191 Dirtied Printouts Solutions: In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1232: [Fusing Temperature], and then increase the value in the following corresponding settings by 5°C. • [BW/FC/FCS] [Heat Roller Temp] • [FCS] [Heat Roller Temp: Clr/Sp], [Heat Roller Temp: White] •...
  • Page 192 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page [Clear/Special], [White] Is the setting set to [High]? Go to the next step. Proceed to Step 7. Select 1231: [Print Speed], and then set the value in the following corresponding settings to [Middle]. • [BW/FC/FCS] [BW/FC/FCS] •...
  • Page 193 Dirtied Printouts [Clear/Special], [White] • [S: Fuser Setting HQ] [Clear/Special], [White] Print 10 or more sheets. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Go to the next step. Select 1232: [Fusing Temperature], and then increase the value in the following corresponding settings by 5°C. •...
  • Page 194 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page • Uneven luster occurs. • White spots occur on coated paper. • The gloss of the image increases. • The gloss of the image decreases.
  • Page 195: Disturbed Image

    Disturbed Image Disturbed Image Image Degradation: Affected Graininess of Half-Tone Images DXT864 Cause: This may occur if: • The machine has been left idle for a certain time • Printing is done at high temperature or humidity • Documents with a small image area are printed continuously. Solution: In the [Machine: Maintenance] group on the [Adjustment Settings for Operators] menu, execute 0506: [Execute Developer Refreshing].
  • Page 196: Stretched Image

    7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page Stretched Image The leading edge margin is too wide and the image has stretched lengthwise. Original Output Paper feed direction CEZ530 Cause: The paper feed speed of the transfer timing roller is too low. •...
  • Page 197 Disturbed Image Original Output Paper feed direction CEZ528 The paper has creased and no print appears where the crease has occurred. Original Output Paper feed direction CEZ529 Cause: The paper feed speed of the transfer timing roller is too high. •...
  • Page 198: Image Skew

    7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page Keep decreasing the value by 0.1% until the problem is resolved. If the problem persists even though you have decreased the value by 1.0%, contact your service representative. Image Skew DFP437 For details, see page 227 "Paper Skew".
  • Page 199: Others

    Others Others Insufficient Gloss: Clear Image Blurred images appear when printing in clear mode. Normal DFP457 Blurred DFP456 Cause: This may occur if: • The fusing temperature is low • The image is not glossy enough • To adjust the following settings, pre-register the type of paper in use as a custom paper. For details about registering custom papers, see "Specifying a Custom Paper", Preparation.
  • Page 200: Milky Transparency

    7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page Solution: In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1231: [Print Speed], and then check the present value in the following corresponding settings. • [FCS] [Clear/Special] • [FCS: Fuser Setting HQ] [Clear/Special] In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1232: [Fusing Temperature], and then increase the value in the following corresponding settings by...
  • Page 201 Others 278 mm (10.9 in.) DXT870 Cause: Because of the heat on the fusing unit, the surface profile of the fusing belt may be transferred to the transparent film, causing white ghosting on the part of the transparent film where images are not printed. •...
  • Page 202 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page • [BW/FC/FCS: Fuser Setting HQ] [BW/FC/FCS] • [FCS: Fuser Setting HQ] [Clear/Special], [White] • [S: Fuser Setting HQ] [Clear/Special], [White] Is the setting set to [Middle]? Proceed to "(b) Changing the fusing temperature (If [Print Speed] is set to [Middle])".
  • Page 203 Others (c) Changing the fusing temperature (If [Print Speed] is set to [Low]) In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1232: [Fusing Temperature], and then decrease the value in the following corresponding settings by 20°C. • [BW/FC/FCS] [Heat Roller Temp] •...
  • Page 204 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page • [FCS] [Corct Temp: Pre-Fd: Clr/Sp], [Corct Temp: Pre-Fd: White] • [S] [Corct Temp: Pre-Fd: Clr/Sp], [Corct Temp: Pre-Fd: White] • [BW/FC/FCS: Fuser Setting HQ] [Corct Temp: Pre-Feed] • [FCS: Fuser Setting HQ] [Corct Temp: Pre-Fd: Clr/Sp], [Corct Temp: Pre-Fd: White] •...
  • Page 205: Waves: Trailing Edge (A4 And Larger)

    Others Repeat Steps 1 and 2. Is the toner fusibility within the permissible range? Finished! Contact your service representative. • After performing the solution, it is recommended to perform the color calibration of the external controller. • Check the toner fusibility as follows: •...
  • Page 206: Narrow Margin: Trailing Edge Of Paper (Stretched Image)

    7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Contact your service representative. Narrow Margin: Trailing Edge of Paper (Stretched Image) The margin at the trailing edge of the paper becomes narrow or disappears. DXT863 Cause: If the fusing speed is too high for the transfer speed, the printed image may be stretched, causing the...
  • Page 207 Others B. Worm track Wavy streaks appear. DFT303 Cause: This may occur if: • Thin paper is used • Printing solid fills • Duplex printing • To adjust the following settings, pre-register the type of paper in use as a custom paper. For details about registering custom papers, see "Specifying a Custom Paper", Preparation.
  • Page 208 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page • [FCS: Fuser Setting HQ] [Heat Roller Temp: Clr/Sp], [Heat Roller Temp: White] • [S: Fuser Setting HQ] [Heat Roller Temp: Clr/Sp], [Heat Roller Temp: White] Select 1232: [Fusing Temperature], and then decrease the value in the following corresponding settings by 5°C.
  • Page 209 Others [Heat Roller Temp] • [FCS] [Heat Roller Temp: Clr/Sp], [Heat Roller Temp: White] • [S] [Heat Roller Temp: Clr/Sp], [Heat Roller Temp: White] • [BW/FC/FCS: Fuser Setting HQ] [Heat Roller Temp] • [FCS: Fuser Setting HQ] [Heat Roller Temp: Clr/Sp], [Heat Roller Temp: White] •...
  • Page 210 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page [BW/FC/FCS] • [FCS: Fuser Setting HQ] [Clear/Special], [White] • [S: Fuser Setting HQ] [Clear/Special], [White] Is it [Low]? Proceed to "(d) Decreasing the fusing nip width 2". Decrease the value in the corresponding setting of 1231: [Print Speed] by one level, and then carry out "(b) Decreasing the fusing nip width".
  • Page 211 Others In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1231: [Print Speed], and then set value in the following corresponding settings to [Low]. • [BW/FC/FCS] [BW/FC/FCS] • [FCS] [Clear/Special], [White] • [S] [Clear/Special], [White] • [BW/FC/FCS: Fuser Setting HQ] [BW/FC/FCS] •...
  • Page 212 7. Image Quality Problem: Full Page...
  • Page 213: Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems

    8. Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems Frequent Paper Misfeeds Depending on the cause of the problem, do one of the following: Have you ruffled the paper sufficiently? Double feeding may result if the paper is not ruffled properly. Remove the paper, ruffle it, and reload it. For details about ruffling the paper, see "Fanning the Paper", Preparation.
  • Page 214 8. Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems For details about tray paper settings, see "Changing the Paper Size", Preparation. Too many sheets of paper are loaded in the paper tray. When loading paper, do not exceed the limit. For details about how many sheets can be loaded in the paper trays, see "Recommended Paper Sizes and Types", Preparation.
  • Page 215 Frequent Paper Misfeeds For details about cleaning the paper transport roller, see page 248 "Cleaning the Paper Feed Path".
  • Page 216: Messages Reporting Paper Misfeeds

    8. Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems Messages Reporting Paper Misfeeds Paper misfeeds are reported by messages prefixed with problem codes. Resolve the problem according to the code. CWH406 If (J032) Appears Cause: When printing on papers with a low stiffness, separation from the intermediate transfer belt or paper transfer roller may be difficult, leading to a paper jam.
  • Page 217 Messages Reporting Paper Misfeeds Solution: (a) Adjusting [Paper Transfer Output Correction: Paper Edge] In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1216: [Paper Transfer Output Correction: Paper Edge], and then decrease the value in the following corresponding settings by 1. •...
  • Page 218: If (J033/J082) Appears

    8. Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems Proceed to "(c) Changing the paper direction" or "(d) Changing the paper direction". If the problem persists, contact your service representative. (c) Adjusting the image position In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1101: [Image Position], and then increase the value in the following corresponding settings.
  • Page 219 Messages Reporting Paper Misfeeds • Paper is curled backward Solution: <When using papers other than envelopes> Change the orientation of the paper in the tray. Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Go to the next step. Turn the paper in the paper tray upside down. Print the image.
  • Page 220: If (J033/J034/J083) Appears

    8. Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Contact your service representative. If (J033/J034/J083) Appears Cause: If a solid fill image is printed, the paper may stick to the fusing belt when the paper is separated at the fusing nip exit.
  • Page 221 Messages Reporting Paper Misfeeds [Clear/Special], [White] • [BW/FC/FCS: Fuser Setting HQ] [BW/FC/FCS] • [FCS: Fuser Setting HQ] [Clear/Special], [White] • [S: Fuser Setting HQ] [Clear/Special], [White] Is the setting set to [Middle]? Proceed to "(b) If [Print Speed] is set to [Middle]". Proceed to "(c) If [Print Speed] is set to [Low]".
  • Page 222 8. Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems (c) If [Print Speed] is set to [Low] In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1232: [Fusing Temperature], and then decrease the value in the following corresponding settings by 20°C. • [BW/FC/FCS] [Heat Roller Temp] •...
  • Page 223 Messages Reporting Paper Misfeeds • [FCS] [Corct Temp: Pre-Fd: Clr/Sp], [Corct Temp: Pre-Fd: White] • [S] [Corct Temp: Pre-Fd: Clr/Sp], [Corct Temp: Pre-Fd: White] • [BW/FC/FCS: Fuser Setting HQ] [Corct Temp: Pre-Feed] • [FCS: Fuser Setting HQ] [Corct Temp: Pre-Fd: Clr/Sp], [Corct Temp: Pre-Fd: White] •...
  • Page 224: If (J080) Appears

    8. Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems • [S: Fuser Setting HQ] [Heat Roller Temp: Clr/Sp], [Heat Roller Temp: White] Print 10 or more A4 sheets. Has the problem been resolved? Go to the next step. Repeat Step 1 to 3. Is the toner fusibility within the permissible range? Finished! Contact your service representative.
  • Page 225: If (J097) Appears

    Messages Reporting Paper Misfeeds Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Contact your service representative. • When you set [Detect JAM080] to [Off], the printed image may become misaligned at the leading edge. If (J097) Appears Cause: This may occur if: •...
  • Page 226 8. Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems Sheets of mixed type, thickness, or color are loaded in the paper tray. Load identical sheets in the paper tray. When printing from a tray containing sheets of mixed color, you can prevent paper misfeeding by specifying the following settings: <If custom paper is used>...
  • Page 227: If (J099) Appears

    Messages Reporting Paper Misfeeds Finished! Go to the next step. 7. In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper, select 1331: [Jam Detection], and then set the value in [Detect/Ctrl JAM097/098] of [JAM080/097/098/099] to [Off]. 8. Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Contact your service representative.
  • Page 228 8. Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems Select [1 Sided] or [2 Sided] for [Original:]. Select [Magazine]. Press [OK]. Press [Edit / Color]. Press [Margin Adj.]. Specify left margin on the front side to 5 mm and right margin on the back side to 5 mm. If (J430/J431/J445/J446/J460/J461) Appears This indicates a paper misfeed when using the two-tray wide LCT (Vacuum Feed LCIT RT5100).
  • Page 229 Troubleshooting Image Quality Problems Troubleshooting Image Quality Problems Paper Skew Depending on the cause of the problem, do one of the following: The side fences in the paper tray are too far apart. If the side fences are too far apart, the paper may be skewed. Adjust the side fences to match the paper width.
  • Page 230 8. Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems Sheets of mixed type, thickness, or color are loaded in the paper tray. Load identical sheets in the paper tray. Sheets of mixed color are loaded in the paper tray. When printing from a tray containing sheets of mixed color, you can prevent paper misfeeding by specifying the following settings: 1.
  • Page 231 Troubleshooting Image Quality Problems The two-tray wide LCT (Vacuum Feed LCIT RT5120) does not have the Pickup Assist function. <If custom paper is used> In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, set 1312: [Main/3-Tray LCIT/Bypass] to [Off]. <If custom paper is not used>...
  • Page 232 8. Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems Is the paper feed roller covered with paper dust? Paper dust may decrease the traction of the paper feed roller and result in double feeding due to paper slippage or insufficient separation. Cleaning the paper feed roller will restore traction and so prevent double feeding. For details about cleaning the paper feed roller, see page 248 "Cleaning the Paper Feed Path".
  • Page 233 Troubleshooting Image Quality Problems Paper Misfeeding Depending on the cause of the problem, do one of the following: Have you ruffled the paper properly? Not ruffling the paper properly may cause paper misfeeding. Remove the paper, ruffle it, and reload it. For details about ruffling paper, see "Fanning the Paper", Preparation.
  • Page 234 8. Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems • Is the paper feed roller covered with paper dust? Paper dust on the surface of coated paper may reduce the traction of the paper feed roller and cause paper misfeeding due to paper slippage or insufficient separation. By cleaning the paper feed roller, the frictional force can be restored so that paper misfeeding will not occur.
  • Page 235 Troubleshooting Image Quality Problems Other Paper Delivery Problems Paper jam when using thick paper Cause: This may occur if: • Paper transfer roller is stained • Stiff paper is being used. • Long grain paper is being used Solution: 1. Clean the paper transfer roller. 2.
  • Page 236 8. Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems • To adjust the following settings, pre-register the type of paper in use as a custom paper. For details about registering custom papers, see "Specifying a Custom Paper", Preparation. • To use the decurler unit, specify 0304: [Correct Output Paper Curl] in the [Machine: Paper Feed/ Output] group on the [Adjustment Settings for Operators] menu.
  • Page 237 Troubleshooting Image Quality Problems If the curl cannot be straightened even by connecting the decurler unit If the curl cannot be straightened even by connecting the decurler unit, do as follows. <If custom paper is used> Turn the sheets the other way up. In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1321: [Correct Paper Curl], and then set [Correction Mode] to [U Curl Correction Level: Large] or [П...
  • Page 238 8. Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems Paper Feed Problems Affecting Image Quality The Image Is Positioned Incorrectly Original Output Paper feed direction CEZ523 Cause: Depending on the paper thickness, floppiness, edge roughness, and curl, the image may become mispositioned. Solution: See, page 324 "Adjusting the Image Position of the Either Side of the Paper". Image Scaling Error on the Side 1 of Paper Original Output...
  • Page 239 Paper Feed Problems Affecting Image Quality Solution: See, page 324 "Adjusting the Image Position of the Either Side of the Paper". Image Scaling Error on the Side 2 of Paper Original Output Side 1 Side 2 Paper feed direction CEZ525 Cause: An image scaling error on the side 2 of the paper may occur because the paper expands or contracts after the image on the side 1 of the paper has been fused.
  • Page 240 8. Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems 1. In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, adjust the paper feed speed for delivery. Depending on the type of printing, specify one of the following: • For one-sided printing, reduce the value in [Paper Output] of 1341: [Motor Speed] by 0.1.
  • Page 241 Paper Feed Problems Affecting Image Quality Decurling Results in Scratches, Streaks, or Creases Cause: The paper feed speed of the decurler unit is too high or too low. • To adjust the following settings, pre-register the type of paper in use as a custom paper. For details about registering custom papers, see "Specifying a Custom Paper", Preparation.
  • Page 242 8. Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems • If the degree of decurling is set to "Strong", increase the value in [Decurler: Correction Strong] of 1321: [Correct Paper Curl] by 0.5%. 2. Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Keep increasing the value by 0.5% until the problem is resolved. If the problem persists even though the value has reached its maximum value, contact your service representative.
  • Page 243 Paper Feed Problems Affecting Image Quality Solution: In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1232: [Fusing Temperature], and then increase the value in the following corresponding settings by 5°C. • [BW/FC/FCS] [Heat Roller Temp] • [FCS] [Heat Roller Temp: Clr/Sp], [Heat Roller Temp: White] •...
  • Page 244 8. Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems Repeat Steps 3 to 5 If the problem persists, contact your service representative. Horizontal Folding and Wrinkles: Thin Coated Papers When printed on thin coated paper, horizontal folds and wrinkles occur on the paper. DXT861 Cause: When printing on thin coated papers, a difference in speed between the fusing roller and the buffer roller of the buffer pass unit can lead to horizontal folds or wrinkles.
  • Page 245 Paper Feed Problems Affecting Image Quality Go to the next step. Are there wrinkles? Go to the next step. Finished! Select 1341: [Motor Speed] and decrease the values in [Cooling Roller After Fusing] and [Paper Output: Diversion Roller] by 0.1%. Print 10 or more A3 sheets.
  • Page 246 8. Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems Is it [High] or [Middle]? Go to the next step. Proceed to "(c) Decreasing the fusing temperature". Select 1231: [Print Speed], and then set the value in the following corresponding settings to [Low]. • [BW/FC/FCS] [BW/FC/FCS] •...
  • Page 247 Paper Feed Problems Affecting Image Quality Print 10 or more A3 sheets. Are there wrinkles? Proceed to "(c) Decreasing the fusing temperature". Finished! (c) Decreasing the fusing temperature In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1232: [Fusing Temperature], and then decrease the value in the following corresponding settings by 5°C.
  • Page 248 8. Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems • The printed image does not come off. • The toner does not come off even if it is lightly rubbed by a nail. • The toner does not come off even if it is rubbed by the cloth for cleaning the contact glass. White Lines When printing on black or other papers with dense colors after printing on white coated paper, white lines may appear.
  • Page 249 Paper Feed Problems Affecting Image Quality Paper Jams (Synthetic Paper) When reversing the paper output for synthetic papers or plastic sheets, paper jams may occur, and the edges of the paper may fold or be damaged. Cause: Synthetic papers and plastic sheets are susceptible to static electricity. When charged, pages may stick together causing a paper jam.
  • Page 250 8. Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems Cleaning the Paper Feed Path Paper dust sticking to the paper transfer guide board, roller, paper feed roller, or sensor may cause white spots, paper jam, or double feeding. Clean the paper feed path from the paper tray to the paper exit in the drawer.
  • Page 251 Cleaning the Paper Feed Path CZC350 Sensor Remove dust with a blower brush. CZC347 Antistatic Brush Remove dust with a blower brush. CZC351 Cleaning Paper Trays 1/2 Remove the paper tray.
  • Page 252 8. Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems Clean the sensor. CZC316 • For details about detaching and reattaching the parts, see the Replacement Guide. Cleaning the Paper Feed Path for Paper Trays 1/2 Open the front covers. DFP001 Pull down the lever A1. DFP330...
  • Page 253 Cleaning the Paper Feed Path Pull up the plate. DFP331 Clean the rollers, sensors, and guide boards. DFP332 Pull down the plate. Pull up the lever A1. DFP333...
  • Page 254 8. Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems Close the front covers. DFP002 Cleaning the Paper Feed Path in the Drawer Left drawer unit Open the front covers. DFP001 Pull down the lever C1. DFP009...
  • Page 255 Cleaning the Paper Feed Path Pull the drawer out completely until it stops. DFP010 Use a dry cloth to clean the transport belt unit. To clean the sensor, use a blower brush. Be careful to avoid the paper transport belt sensor when you do this. DFP104 Pull up and open the cover D2.
  • Page 256 8. Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems Use a dry cloth to clean the stripper plate on the fusing belt. DFP300 Clean the sensors. DFP301 Close the cover D2. Pull up and open the cover D3. DXT816...
  • Page 257 Cleaning the Paper Feed Path Turn the knob D7 and clean the rollers. DXT817 Clean the sensors. DXT818 Close the cover D3. Pull up and open the cover D4. DXT819...
  • Page 258 8. Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems Turn the knob D7 while using a dry cloth on the invert exit rollers. DXT820 Turn the knob D1 while using a dry cloth on the invert exit rollers. DXT821 Clean the sensors. DXT822...
  • Page 259 Cleaning the Paper Feed Path Close the cover D4. DXT823 Pull down and open the cover D5. DFP334 Turn the knob D1 and clean the roller. DFP335...
  • Page 260 8. Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems Clean the roller. DXT824 Clean the sensors. DXT825 Pull up and close the cover D5. Use a hand vacuum cleaner to clean the anti-static brush near the exit rollers. DFP338...
  • Page 261 Cleaning the Paper Feed Path Release and pull down duplex transport path plate (Z3). DFP339 Turn the knob Z1. DFP341 Clean the rollers (as you rotate the knob) and sensors. DFP340...
  • Page 262 8. Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems Close the duplex transport path plate (Z3). DFP342 Remove the fusing unit from the machine. For details about removing the fusing unit, see Replacement Guide. Use a dry cloth to clean the entrance guide plate. CEZ194 Install the fusing unit.
  • Page 263 Cleaning the Paper Feed Path Pull up the lever C1. DFP012 Close the front covers. Right drawer unit Open the front covers. DFP001 Pull down the lever B5. DFP005...
  • Page 264 8. Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems Pull out the right drawer until it stops. DFP006 Remove the two black screws on the cover plate, and then remove the cover plate. DXT826 Remove a black screw on the dust catcher, and then remove the dust catcher. DXT827...
  • Page 265 Cleaning the Paper Feed Path Use a clean dry cloth to remove any dust remaining in the dust catcher. CEZ199 Turn the knob while using a dry cloth on the transfer timing idle roller. DFP345 Reattach the dust catcher with the black screw. DXT828...
  • Page 266 8. Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems Reattach the cover plate with the two black screws. DXT829 On the right side of the drawer, pull down the lever B1 to release the plates. CEZ263 Hold the dry cloth against the main relay drive rollers (1). CEZ265...
  • Page 267 Cleaning the Paper Feed Path CEZ266 Clean the sensors. CEZ267 While turning the knob B3, use a dry cloth on the registration entrance idle rollers. CEZ270...
  • Page 268 8. Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems On the inside of the right drawer, hold a dry cloth against the registration entrance drive rollers while turning the knob B3. CEZ272 Clean the sensors. CEZ271 Open the cover B7 to clean the rollers. CEZ275...
  • Page 269 Cleaning the Paper Feed Path Hold a dry cloth between the plates and the rollers to clean the drive rollers as they rotate the knob B3. CEZ276 Clean the sensors. CEZ277 CEZ280...
  • Page 270 8. Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems Turn the knob B4 on the front while using a dry cloth on the registration timing idle rollers. CEZ286 Pull up the lever to close the plates. CEZ264 Use the blower brush on the registration timing sensor. CEZ288...
  • Page 271 Cleaning the Paper Feed Path Use the dry cloth to clean the rollers. CEZ291 Turn the knob B6 while using a dry cloth on the transfer timing idle roller. CEZ299 CEZ300...
  • Page 272 8. Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems Use the blower brush on the transfer timing sensor. CEZ301 Lower the duplex transport path plate (Z4) on the front of the right drawer. CEZ302 Rotate the knob Z2. CEZ303...
  • Page 273 Cleaning the Paper Feed Path Clean the rollers (as you rotate the knob) and sensors. CEZ304 Close the duplex transport path plate (Z4). CEZ305 Push the right drawer into the main unit until it stops, and then pull up the lever B5. CEZ122 Close the front covers.
  • Page 274 8. Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems Clean the sensors. CEZ262 Close the left front cover. Cleaning the Two-tray Wide LCT Remove the paper tray. Clean the sensors. DXV822...
  • Page 275 Cleaning the Paper Feed Path Cleaning the Paper Feed Path in the Three-tray Wide LCT Clean the side fences and front guide. CEZ502 Clean the paper feed rollers. Clean the guide board of the paper feed unit. CEZ503 Clean the guide board interior. CZC305 After cleaning, restore the machine so that it resumes operation.
  • Page 276 8. Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems Cleaning the Paper Feed Path in the Multi Bypass Tray Clean the side fences and front guide. CEZ587 Clean the paper feed rollers. Clean the guide board. CEZ506 After cleaning, restore the machine so that it resumes operation. •...
  • Page 277 Cleaning the Paper Feed Path CEZ507 Clean the paper feed belt and paper feed rollers in the detached paper feed unit. CEZ508 After cleaning, restore the machine so that it resumes operation. Cleaning the Paper Path in the Buffer Pass Unit Clean the paper transport rollers and guide plates in the buffer pass unit.
  • Page 278 8. Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems CNT017 Wipe the guide plates (especially the ridgelines of the bends and the cut-and-bent portions) with a cloth moistened with alcohol. CNT018 Close the guide plates and push the buffer pass unit back into the machine. Cleaning the Rollers and Guide Boards in the Finisher When a sheet with a high-density image on it is delivered or when the toner is not fused well, toner may stick to the rollers and guide boards in the finisher, where it may stain the transfer surface or sheet edge.
  • Page 279 Cleaning the Paper Feed Path Roller Wipe the roller with a well-wrung-out damp cloth, and then wipe with a dry, unused, lint-free cloth until no moisture remains. Guide Board Wipe the guide board with a well-wrung-out damp cloth. To clean the innermost recesses, use a cloth that is as large as your palm.
  • Page 280 8. Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems Close the guide board (Rb1) and clean the rollers. DVX002 Open the guide board (Rb3) and clean the rollers and guide board. DVX005 Open the guide board (Rb5) and clean the rollers and guide board. DVX006...
  • Page 281 Cleaning the Paper Feed Path Open the guide board (Rb4) and clean the rollers and guide board. DVX009 Lower the shift tray and clean the guide board and rollers through the paper exit of the finisher shift tray. DVX007 Clean the rollers through the paper exit of the finisher upper tray. DVX008...
  • Page 282 8. Troubleshooting Paper Delivery Problems...
  • Page 283 9. Post-Processing Option Troubleshooting Finisher Delivered Sheets Are Not Stacked Properly Solution: Depending on the cause of the problem, do one of the following: Coated paper is being used. In the [Finishing: Finisher] group on the [Adjustment Settings for Operators] menu, set 0617: [Output Fan Level] to [Increase Air Volume].
  • Page 284 9. Post-Processing Option Troubleshooting In the [Machine: Paper Feed/ Output] group on the [Adjustment Settings for Operators] menu, set 0304: [Correct Output Paper Curl] to "П Curl Correction Level". To control the level of decurling, select "Weak" if the present setting is "Off" or "Strong" if the present value is "Weak". Large Delivered Sheets Are Not Stacked Properly Cause: When using large-size or coated and paper-to-paper friction is very high, a sheet may push against...
  • Page 285 Finisher Paper exit Output tray Paper feed direction CEZ595 Paper deflection Because of high paper friction, the delivered sheet may arch up and become crimped. Paper exit Output tray Paper feed direction CEZ596 Solution: Depending on the cause of the problem, do one of the following: <Sheet bending>...
  • Page 286 9. Post-Processing Option Troubleshooting Coated paper is being used. In the [Finishing: Finisher] group on the [Adjustment Settings for Operators] menu, set 0617: [Output Fan Level] to [Increase Air Volume]. Standard paper is being used. • In the [Finishing: Finisher] group on the [Adjustment Settings for Operators] menu, set 0615: [Output Trail Edge Press Setting] to [On].
  • Page 287 Finisher Trailing edge too near exit Paper exit Output tray Paper feed direction CEZ593 Solution: Load the sheets the other way up. Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Go to the next step. To follow the steps below, attach the decurler unit. In the [Machine: Paper Feed/ Output] group on the [Adjustment Settings for Operators] menu, set 0304: [Correct Output Paper Curl] to "U Curl Correction Level".
  • Page 288 9. Post-Processing Option Troubleshooting • Coated or other paper producing higher paper-to-paper friction is used. • Thin or other limp paper is used. Solution: Reduce the number of sheets to be stapled. In the [Finishing: Finisher] group on the [Adjustment Settings for Operators] menu, select 0606: [Number of Sheet Align for Stapling], and reduce the number of sheets to be stapled.
  • Page 289 Finisher Select [Magazine]. Press [OK]. Press [Edit / Color]. Press [Margin Adj.]. Specify left margin on the front side to 5 mm and right margin on the back side to 5 mm. Paper Edges Are Stained Cause: While back curls are removed, the toner adhesion becomes insufficient when the fusing pressure roller is used on the paper, allowing the toner to stain the anti-static brush.
  • Page 290 9. Post-Processing Option Troubleshooting Multi-Folding Unit Inaccurate Folding (Folding Deviation) Cause: Depending on paper hardness, inaccurate folds may result. This is referred to as folding deviation. Solution: Change the folding position by adjusting the position of the paper edge stopper for folding. For multi-sheet folding, change the folding position using the following settings in the [Finishing: Fold] group on the [Adjustment Settings for Operators] menu: •...
  • Page 291 Multi-Folding Unit Folding Deviation Cause: Depending on paper hardness, folding deviations (skewed folding) may appear. A deviation may appear if the edge dimensions of the parts between folds are different. For example, in the following illustration, the dimensional difference between the top (L2[2]) and bottom (L2[1]) edges is a deviation.
  • Page 292 9. Post-Processing Option Troubleshooting Adjusting screw Adjusting screw hole Mounting screw CEZ599 Mounting screw Adjusting screw hole Adjusting screw CEZ600 Adjusting screw Mounting screw Adjusting screw hole CEZ601 The screws adjust the folding deviations of the following parts:...
  • Page 293 Multi-Folding Unit Z-fold Paper feed direction CEZ532 Half Fold Paper feed direction CEZ533 Letter Fold-in Paper feed direction CEZ535...
  • Page 294 9. Post-Processing Option Troubleshooting Letter Fold-out Paper feed direction CEZ534 Double Parallel Paper feed direction CEZ536 Gate Fold Paper feed direction CEZ537 mark indicates the leading edge (relative to the paper feed direction), and the mark indicates the trailing edge. <How to adjust the folding deviation>...
  • Page 295 Multi-Folding Unit Remove the mounting screw. If the mounting screw is attached to the adjusting screw hole, unfasten it. Turn the adjusting screw to adjust the deviation. • To increase the length at the bottom part of paper, turn the screw clockwise. •...
  • Page 296 9. Post-Processing Option Troubleshooting CEZ571 This will produce paper stain of 1-3 cm (0.4-1.2 inches) in width (equal to the width of the blade) in the fold in the center of paper. Solution: Clean the blade. Open the front cover of the multi-folding unit. Pull the multi-folding unit out.
  • Page 297 Multi-Folding Unit Wipe the tip and top of the blade with a soft dry cloth. Be careful not to damage the blade. CEZ513 After cleaning, restore the machine so that it resumes operation. Apply multi-sheet folding and print 3-5 copies. The paper stain will disappear. Edges of Letter Fold Bent When letter folding is applied, the edge of the inner flap may become bent.
  • Page 298 9. Post-Processing Option Troubleshooting Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Go to the next step. In the [Finishing: Fold] group on the [Adjustment Settings for Operators] menu, set 0710: [Letter Fold-in Position 1: Multi-sheet Fold] to "0.0 mm". In [General Features] in [System Settings], set [Letter Fold-in Position] for multiple sheets to "7 mm".
  • Page 299 Multi-Folding Unit Upward curl (radius 4 cm [1.6 in.] or less) on the leading edge of delivered paper. Paper feed direction DFP800 Solution: Load the paper the other way up. Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Go to the next step. To follow the steps below, attach the decurler unit.
  • Page 300 9. Post-Processing Option Troubleshooting Folded Sheets Are Not Stacked Properly Cause: If a large number of half-folded multi-sheet is delivered, the edge of the sheets may bulge and some part of the edge will be swollen. If this happens, other sheets loaded on the bulged paper may turn over in the output tray.
  • Page 301 Multi-Folding Unit For details about using the Z-fold support tray for multi-folding unit, see "Preparation" supplied with the machine. • If the Z-fold support tray for the multi-folding unit is attached, folded paper such as letter-folded paper or gate-folded paper will not turn over in the output tray when delivered.
  • Page 302 9. Post-Processing Option Troubleshooting Ring Binding • Be sure not to exit from Energy Saver mode or to switch the machine on when the ring binder door is open and the binding unit is disconnected. Doing so will affect initialization, causing the ring binder function to become unavailable (although other functions will be unaffected).
  • Page 303 Buffer Pass Unit Buffer Pass Unit The Fan Is Noisy You can change the buffer pass unit fan activation setting according to the type of paper and ambient temperature. In the [Machine: Paper Feed/ Output] group on the [Adjustment Settings for Operators] menu, change the value in 0311: [Buffer Pass Unit Fan Activation Setting].
  • Page 304 9. Post-Processing Option Troubleshooting High Capacity Stacker Delivered Sheets Are Severely Curled Cause: Sheets with downward curls cause strong friction on the leading edges. This may result in paper misfeeds. Sheets will not be ejected completely and the trailing edges will be left inside the paper exit. If this happens, other sheets may slip under the delivered sheets, so that the delivered sheets may be curled when loaded.
  • Page 305 High Capacity Stacker 3. The trailing edge of the sheet, while delivered, is left in the paper exit. Paper exit Paddle Stacker shift tray Paper feed direction CEZ575 4. The next sheet to be delivered slips under the sheet still in the paper exit and bends back. Paper exit Paddle Stacker shift tray...
  • Page 306 9. Post-Processing Option Troubleshooting Go to the next step. Set 0304: [Correct Output Paper Curl] to [U Curl Correction Level: Large]. Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Go to the next step. Does the paper curl downwards? Contact your service representative.
  • Page 307 High Capacity Stacker Paper exit Paper edge stopper Paddle Stacker shift tray Paper feed direction CEZ578 3. The paper edge stopper fails to push back the protruding leading edge and align the sheet as required. Paper exit Paper edge stopper Paddle Stacker shift tray Paper feed direction...
  • Page 308 9. Post-Processing Option Troubleshooting Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Go to the next step. Set 0304: [Correct Output Paper Curl] to "П Curl Correction Level: Large". Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Contact your service representative. •...
  • Page 309 High Capacity Stacker Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Go to the next step. To follow the steps below, attach the decurler unit. In the [Machine: Paper Feed/ Output] group of the [Adjustment Settings for Operators] menu, set 0304: [Correct Output Paper Curl] to "U Curl Correction Level: Off". Print the image.
  • Page 310 9. Post-Processing Option Troubleshooting The Paper Press Leaves an Impression on the Paper Cause: The pressure applied by the paper press leaves an impression on the paper. Solution: Insert an extra sheet of paper between the paper press and the paper stack. Paper Pressed Down Insufficiently Cause: The screws on the handle of the paper cart and the bolts at its bottom are loose.
  • Page 311 Other Post- Processing Options Other Post- Processing Options Scratched Images and Stained Paper Edges Scratched images or stained paper edges appear. CNT008 Cause: When a relatively stiff, thick paper is delivered, the entrance guide board for the transfer unit is warped toward the intermediate transfer belt due to the stiffness of the paper.
  • Page 312 9. Post-Processing Option Troubleshooting • Paper curling • Not stacked properly • Paper jams • Folded edges Cause: Curling may occur due to differences in the fusion and pressure application temperatures. Paper output during post-processing may also fail to occur properly. •...
  • Page 313 Other Post- Processing Options In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1232: [Fusing Temperature], and then decrease the value in the following corresponding settings by 5°C. • [BW/FC/FCS] [Heat Roller Temp] • [FCS] [Heat Roller Temp: Clr/Sp], [Heat Roller Temp: White] •...
  • Page 314 9. Post-Processing Option Troubleshooting Select the finisher shift tray to the output tray. Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Go to the next step. In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1232: [Fusing Temperature], and then decrease the value in the following corresponding settings by 5°C.
  • Page 315 Other Post- Processing Options • After performing the solution, it is recommended to perform the color calibration of the external controller. • Check the toner fusibility as follows: • The printed image does not come off. • The toner does not come off even if it is lightly rubbed by a nail. •...
  • Page 316 9. Post-Processing Option Troubleshooting Go to the next step. Is the finisher shift tray selected to the output tray? Proceed to Step 8. Go to the next step. Select the finisher shift tray to the output tray. Print the image. Has the problem been resolved? Finished! Go to the next step.
  • Page 317 Other Post- Processing Options Has the paper output improved? Finished! Repeat Steps 8 to 11. If the problem persists, contact your service representative. • After performing the solution, it is recommended to perform the color calibration of the external controller. •...
  • Page 318 9. Post-Processing Option Troubleshooting...
  • Page 319 10. Improving Throughput Reducing the Waiting Time Prior to Printing After receiving a print job, the machine usually stops to let the fusing temperature reach an appropriate level for printing. The waiting time for the fusing unit to cool down may be quite long, especially before printing on thin paper.
  • Page 320 10. Improving Throughput Proceed to Step 5. In the [Machine: Productivity] group on the [Adjustment Settings for Operators] menu, select 0403: [Fusing Temperature on Standby], and then decrease the values in the following settings by 10°C. • [Heat Rlr: On Standby] •...
  • Page 321 Improving Throughput when Continuously Performing Black and White and Color Printing Improving Throughput when Continuously Performing Black and White and Color Printing When a combination of black-and-white, full-color and special color printing is performed, switching color modes takes time, resulting in insufficient throughput. Optimize the amount of sheets the machine prints in the current color mode before switching to another mode.
  • Page 322 10. Improving Throughput Value Behavior 10 (Maximum) • When black-and-white printing is performed after full color printing, full color mode switches to black-and-white mode after 10 black-and-white sheets are printed in full color mode. • When black-and-white printing is performed after special color printing, special color mode switches to black-and-white mode after 10 black- and-white sheets are printed in special color mode.
  • Page 323 11. Advanced Instructions Operating Procedure for Color Calibration To improve color reproduction and achieve color output with consistent quality, follow this procedure. It is recommended to perform color calibration for each print job. To improve CMYK image reproduction, adjust image density, and then perform calibration. Also, you can improve mixed color reproduction by adjusting image density and color registration and performing calibration.
  • Page 324 11. Advanced Instructions If you use this method, calibration updates only the calibration setting that is used to print this job. Creating a new calibration set Creating a new calibration set, create a name for it and click [Next]. Enter a calibration name and an optional comment, and then click [Next]. Select a device, and then click [Print].
  • Page 325 Shortening the Leading/Trailing Edge Margins Shortening the Leading/Trailing Edge Margins Depending on the paper being used, the margins on the copy vary. You can shorten the leading/trailing edge margins. Leading-edge margin Trailing-edge margin Paper feed direction CEZ586 • To adjust the following settings, pre-register the type of paper in use as a custom paper. For details about registering custom papers, see "Specifying a Custom Paper", Preparation.
  • Page 326 11. Advanced Instructions Adjusting the Image Position of the Either Side of the Paper Adjusting the Image Position on Side 1 <If custom paper is used> Perform the solution described in "(a) Adjust the image skew", "(b) Adjust the image position (If custom paper is used)", "(c) Adjust the magnification (Across feed direction)"...
  • Page 327 Adjusting the Image Position of the Either Side of the Paper Print the image in black and white. Check the image skew. If the problem persists, increase the value slightly. Execute color registration. In executing color registration, the black adjustment will also be applied to cyan, magenta, yellow and special color.
  • Page 328 11. Advanced Instructions • If it is difficult to check and adjust the image position on the printed sheet, print one side of the format used in page 331 "Aligning the Image Position on Side 2 to That on Side 1 (Using a Template to Align the Image Position on Side 1 and 2)".
  • Page 329 Adjusting the Image Position of the Either Side of the Paper • If it is difficult to check and adjust the image position on the printed sheet, print one side of the format used in page 331 "Aligning the Image Position on Side 2 to That on Side 1 (Using a Template to Align the Image Position on Side 1 and 2)".
  • Page 330 11. Advanced Instructions <If custom paper is used> Perform the solution described in "(a) Adjust the image skew", "(b) Adjust the image position (If custom paper is used)", "(c) Adjust the magnification (Across feed direction)" and then "(d) Adjust the magnification (With feed direction)". <If custom paper is not used>...
  • Page 331 Adjusting the Image Position of the Either Side of the Paper For details about color registration, see "Adjusting the Color Registration" in the Maintenance and Management supplied with the machine. • In 0105: [Perpendicularity Adjustment], you cannot individually adjust the image position on sides 1 and 2.
  • Page 332 11. Advanced Instructions (c) Adjust the magnification (Across feed direction) Adjust the horizontal magnification to adjust the width between the front and back corners (B) on the leading edge of the image. DFP320 In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1101: [Image Position] and adjust the value in [Across Feed] of [Image Magnification: Side 2].
  • Page 333 Adjusting the Image Position of the Either Side of the Paper • If it is difficult to check and adjust the image position on the printed sheet, print one side of the format used in page 331 "Aligning the Image Position on Side 2 to That on Side 1 (Using a Template to Align the Image Position on Side 1 and 2)".
  • Page 334 11. Advanced Instructions First, print the format and measure the length of specified parts. By specifying the measured length on the machine, you can adjust the image position automatically. It is necessary to specify the settings for each paper size being used. The adjusted settings are stored as custom paper presets and can be applied again in the future.
  • Page 335 Adjusting the Image Position of the Either Side of the Paper [With Feed] of [Image Position: Adjust Front & Back] [Across Feed] of [Image Magnification: Side 2] [With Feed] of [Image Magnification: Side 2] [Across Feed] of [Image Magnification: Adjust Front & Back] [With Feed] of [Image Magnification: Adjust Front &...
  • Page 336 11. Advanced Instructions 7. Length between each corner and the top of its adjoining arrow 8. Length between the top of each arrow Write the measured value within the framework of the format. In total (including both sides of the sheet), measure the position of 16 parts. •...
  • Page 337 Adjusting the Image Position of the Either Side of the Paper Checking Adjusted Results From the supplied CD, print the file of the format matching the size of the paper requiring image position adjustment. Continuously print the format on both sides of 10 sheets. Using the 6th sheet among the printed copies, check whether any misregistration occurs on the front and back of the paper.
  • Page 338 11. Advanced Instructions DFP312 In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1101: [Image Position] and adjust the value in [Across Feed] of [Image Position: Side 2] Press [+] to shift the image to the top. Press [−] to shift the image to the bottom. DFP313 <With feed direction>...
  • Page 339 Adjusting the Image Position of the Either Side of the Paper Press [+] to shift the image to the left (trailing edge). Press [−] to shift the image to the right (leading edge). DFP315 Adjusting magnification in the vertical and horizontal directions <Across feed direction>...
  • Page 340 11. Advanced Instructions DFP316 <With feed direction> Adjusting magnification to match the position of the arrow (A) on the trailing edge of the paper on Side 2 to the position of the arrow (B) on Side 1 DFP317 In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, select 1101: [Image Position] and adjust the value in [With Feed] of [Image Magnification: Side 2] Press [+] to increase the scaling.
  • Page 341 Adjusting the Image Position of the Either Side of the Paper When to check for misregistrations on the front and back of the paper Check for misregistrations on the front and back of the paper when: • Using paper of a different lot, means of acquisition, or storage condition •...
  • Page 342 11. Advanced Instructions Envelopes Before printing on envelops, carry out the following settings; Specify the envelope size with the flap open Have you specified the paper size with the as the custom paper size. flap of the envelope open (custom size)? Open the envelope's flap and load the Have you loaded the envelope with its flap envelope with the flap on the trailing edge...
  • Page 343 Envelopes Lf: Flap length Lb: Length without the flap Creases, Wavy Streaks, or Fusing Error Creases occur when printing on an envelope. Creases or a fusing error occur when printing on an envelope. DFP435 Cause: Creases, wavy streaks Depending on the storage conditions of the envelope or printing environment, the envelope may absorb water, causing the paper rigidity of the envelope to lower.
  • Page 344 11. Advanced Instructions Repeat Steps 1 to 2. Is the toner fusibility within the permissible range? Finished! Contact your service representative. (b) Fusing error In [Advanced Settings] for the custom paper you are using, check the value in 1244: [Fusing Pressure Roller On Before Fusing]. Is 1244: [Fusing Pressure Roller On Before Fusing] set to [On]? Set 1244: [Fusing Pressure Roller On Before Fusing] to [Off].
  • Page 345 Envelopes • The toner does not come off even if it is lightly rubbed by a nail. • The toner does not come off even if it is rubbed by the cloth for cleaning the contact glass.
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