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INTRODUCTION
This copier is a console plain paper copier carefully manufactured to exacting standards of high
performance. it consistently yields high contrast copies with a superior finish.
This manual contains detailed instructions on the operation and maintenance of this copier. To get
maximum versatility from this copier, all operators should carefully read and follow the instruc-
tions in this manual. Please keep this manual in a handy place near the copier.
Please read the next section before using this copier. It contains important information related to
USER SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS.
SAFETY INFORMATION
When using your machine, the following safety precautions should be always be followed.
Safety During Operation
In this manual, the following important symbols are used:
R WARNING:
Ignoring this warning could cause serious injury or even death.
R CAUTION:
Ignoring this caution could cause injury or damage to property.
Examples Of Indications
R
Symbol R mean a situation that requires you take care.
v
Symbol v mean "Hot surface".
q
Do NOT carry out the operation represented by this symbol m.
This example means "Do not take apart".
r
Symbols l mean you MUST perform this operation.
This example means "You must remove the wall plug".
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- Page 1 INTRODUCTION This copier is a console plain paper copier carefully manufactured to exacting standards of high performance. it consistently yields high contrast copies with a superior finish. This manual contains detailed instructions on the operation and maintenance of this copier. To get maximum versatility from this copier, all operators should carefully read and follow the instruc- tions in this manual.
- Page 2 R R WARNING: • Only connect the machine to the power source described on the inside front cover of this manual. • Avoid multi-wiring. • Do not damage, break or make any modifications to the power cord. Do not place heavy objects on it, pull it hard or bend it more than necessary.
- Page 3 • Do not incinerate used toner, toner bottles or toner cartridges. Toner dust might ignite when exposed to an open flame. Dispose of the used toner cartridges according to local regulations for plastics.
- Page 4 R R CAUTION: • Keep the machine away from humidity and dust. A fire or an electric shock might occur. • Do not place the machine on an unstable or tilted surface. If it topples over, it could cause injury. •...
- Page 5 • Deliver to collection point for waste products. Do not be disposed of via domestic refuse collection.
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. GETTING STARTED ........... 1 HOW TO USE THIS COPY MACHINE ......1 WHERE IT IS & WHAT IT IS ..........4 Copier Exterior ............. 4 Operation Panel ............6 RECOMMENDED ORIGINALS ........8 RECOMMENDED PAPER ..........10 TONER ................. - Page 7 4. MAINTAINING YOUR COPIER ........39 CHANGING THE TONER BOTTLE .........39 ADDING TONER ............42 LOADING A ROLL PAPER ..........45 5. TROUBLESHOOTING ..........49 If Something Goes Wrong ........... 49 If A Service Indicator Lights Up ........49 IF JAMS OCCUR ............50 OTHERS ...............56 THINGS TO DO EVERY DAY .........58 DO’S &...
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Page 8: Getting Started
1. GETTING STARTED HOW TO USE THIS COPY MACHINE 1 Turn the machine switch on. When the “Wait “ indicator goes off and the ”Set Original” indicator goes on, the copier enters the ready condition. Clear Modes/ Paper Length Energy Energy Saver Cut Select Saver... - Page 9 4 Set the Original Guide to match the original size mark. Set the original face down and slide it straight into the copier along the Original Guide. PM004 5 First, the original is fed through to the Rear Table. PM005 6 When the original is being sent back, the machine reads the original and starts copying.
- Page 10 7 Copies are delivered at the rear of the machine. PM007 p Set the Manual Pocket as shown in the figure. SM062...
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Page 11: Where It Is & What It Is
WHERE IT IS & WHAT IT IS Copier Exterior SM001 SM009... - Page 12 1a. & 1b. Locks Squeeze both locks to open the unit. Open the unit to empty the used toner bottle and to remove jammed paper. 2. Front Cover Open the cover(and the unit) to access the toner cartridge. 3. Original Guide Use the guide to keep the original going straight as you feed the original into the copier.
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Page 13: Operation Panel
Operation Panel Clear Modes/ Paper Length Energy Energy Saver Cut Select Saver Original Synchro Preset/ Variable Program Preset Cut Wait Leading Edge Lighter Copy Vellum Trailing Edge Film Copy Counter Bypass Select/ Roll Paper Cut Darker Clear/Stop Function Select Copy Media Lighter Emergency Stop 1 3 1 4 1. - Page 14 9. Set Paper and RF The Set Paper indicator on the left lights when you select By- pass. Select indicators The RF Select indicator on the right lights when you select Roll Paper. 10. Clear Modes/Energy Cancels all current settings. When you hold down Saver key this key for three seconds or more, the copier enters Energy Saver mode allowing you to conserve power.
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Page 15: Recommended Originals
RECOMMENDED ORIGINALS p You can set originals with weight in the range 21g/m , 6 lb to 157 g/m , 41 lb in this copier. p Feedable size is between 914×2,000 (W×L), 36”×80” (maximum width that can be fed: 960mm, 37.8”) and 210×297 (W×L), 8.3”×11.7”... - Page 16 Non-recommended originals p The following types of originals are not recommended. • Wet originals • Originals with cardboard stuck on the leading edge • Originals with clips or staples • Originals with wet ink or white-out • Carbon paper • Originals made of materials other than paper or film (thermosensitive paper, aluminium foil, etc.) Notes For Originals p Margins on the leading and side edges of originals are not copied as shown in the illustration.
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Page 17: Recommended Paper
RECOMMENDED PAPER p Standard paper sizes that can be used in this copier are shown below. i r t e s r e n o i c n I s r e n o i s s a r e d "... - Page 18 p If copying to natural tracing paper (all pulp,translucent paper)at a relative humibity of 35% or less. a)If the paper was left out of its package for 5 minutes or more, remove the first 700mm(28”) before copying. b)If copies come out wavy or with white spots, use vellum tracing paper instead of natural tracing paper.
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Page 19: Toner
TONER Handling Toner R WARNING: • Do not incinerate used toner, toner bottle or toner cartridge. • Toner dust might ignite when exposed to an open flame. • Dispose of the toner bottle and the used toner cartridge according to local regulations for plastics. R Caution: •... -
Page 20: Copying
2. COPYING BASIC COPYING (COPYING TO SHEETS) Use the Bypass Table to copy onto sheets of paper. Notes p For acceptable types of original and paper, see ⇒ page 8 and 10. p Set one sheet of paper at a time on the Copy Table. Never insert more than one sheet of paper. p If the copy paper is curled, set it with the curl facing downwards. - Page 21 1 Pull down the Bypass Table. SM002 2 Adjust the Paper Guides (options) on the Bypass Table to match the size of your copy paper. SB007 3 Open the guides to keep the original away from the paper entrance so that the edge can- not slip into the paper entrance.
- Page 22 4 Make sure that the “Set Paper” indicator is lit. If it is off, press the Energy Saver key to exit Energy Saving mode. 5 If any previous settings remain, press the Clear Modes key. 6 Set the density, the number of copies, and other optional settings you requires such as Trailing Edge.
- Page 23 9 Make sure that the “Set Original” indicator is Clear Modes/ lit. Energy Energy Saver Saver Original Program Wait Lighter Copy Vellum Film Copy Media Lighter Darker Clear/Stop Emergency Stop a Center your original face down on the Origi- nal Table. Slide the original straight into the copier until the copier pulls it in.
- Page 24 d The copy is delivered at the back of the copier. SM008 e After copying has finished, hold the original Clear Modes/ with one hand, press the Clear/Stop key, and Energy Energy Saver Saver Original remove the original. Program Wait Lighter Copy Vellum Film...
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Page 25: Using The Rear Table
Using the Rear Table Set thick originals (0.19mm, 35µ~1mm) or originals less than 297mm in width and more than 1200mm in length, on the Rear Table. Notes p You cannot use the following functions using the Rear Table. • Repeated Copying •... -
Page 26: Copying Onto Roll Paper
COPYING ONTO ROLL PAPER (OPTION) To make a copy using the Roll Feeder option, you do not need to set paper on the copy table; the paper will be fed to the copier from the Roll Feeder. You can copy onto roll paper using the following techniques: •... -
Page 27: Synchro Cutting
Synchro Cutting This function cuts roll paper automatically according to the original length. Notes p This feature can cut paper lengths in the range of 245 to 2,000mm, 9.6” to 80.0”. 1 Press the Bypass Select key to turn on the “RF Select” indicator. 2 Press Cut Select key. - Page 28 6 Center your original face down on the Origi- nal Table. Slide the original straight into the copier until the copier pulls it in. SM059 7 After copying has finished, hold the original Clear Modes/ Energy with one hand, press the Clear/Stop key, then Energy Saver Saver Original...
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Page 29: Preset Cutting
Preset Cutting This function cuts roll paper to a selected length. The paper is cut to this length regardless of the original size. Notes p By the default Preset Cut length is as follows. For the change of the Preset cut length pattern, please contact your service representatives. -
Page 30: Variable Cutting
Variable Cutting This function cuts roll paper to a length you specify. Notes p You can have paper length cut in the range of 245 to 2,000mm, 9.6” to 78.9”. 1 Press the Bypass Select key to turn on the “RF Select” indicator. 2 Press the Preset Cut key. -
Page 31: Copy Settings
3. COPY SETTINGS COPYING ONTO OTHER MEDIA To copy onto vellum (translucent or tracing paper) or film, select the Copy Media function to match the paper type (see below). Type of paper Media setting Plain paper Both indicators off Film Film indicator on Vellum Vellum indicator on... - Page 32 Adjusting the Fusing Temperature Manually 1 Press the Copy Media key to turn on the Clear Modes/ “Vellum” or “Film” indicator that you want. Energy Energy Saver Saver Original 2 Hold down the Copy Media key for at least 3 seconds. Program Wait The “Lighter Copy”...
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Page 33: Adjusting Copy Image Density
ADJUSTING COPY IMAGE DENSITY To make copies darker or lighter, change the density setting. There are 14 density levels: the standard density level, three darker level, and 10 lighter levels. Set the density with the Lighter and Darker keys under the density indicator. Notes p The indicator shows seven levels at a time. -
Page 34: Setting The Number Of Copies (Repeated Copying)
SETTING THE NUMBER OF COPIES (REPEATED COPYING) Repeated copying means making two or more copies of a original. This function allows you to make up to 10 copies. Notes p with this feature, the image might be copied at a slant. Whether this happens depends on the original size, type, and condition (e.g., curled, wavy, originals). -
Page 35: Setting A Leading/Trailing Edge Margin
SETTING A LEADING/TRAILING EDGE MARGIN You can set a margin on the leading or trailing edge of the copy when you use Roll Feeder (option) in the Synchro Cut mode. When using the Bypass Table, and Preset/Variable Cut Mode you can only set the trailing edge margin. - Page 36 2 Press the + key and - key to specify a edge Paper Length Cut Select Synchro margin. Preset/ Variable To zero the value, press the Clear/Stop key. Preset Cut 3 If you want to set both margins, press the Leading Edge Trailing Edge Function Select key and specify the other...
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Page 37: Partial Copying
PARTIAL COPYING The Partial Copy function copies only a part of an original. You need to enter start and end points in the original feed direction. Synchro Cut Mode original Bypass Table Preset/Variable Cut Mode Notes p You cannot use the Partial Copying function using the Rear Table. p You cannot use the Partial Copying function for originals shorter than 255 mm. - Page 38 2 Slide the paper straight into the copier until it stops, or press the RF select key to turn on the “RF Select” indicator. 3 Set the original. SM004 4 Press the Function Select key when the lead- ing edge of the area to be copied comes to the position where it is covered with the original table cover.
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Page 39: Programming Setting You Often Use
PROGRAMMING SETTING YOU OF TEN USE There are two ways of programming settings you often use. A) Store the settings in the Program key. When you press this key, the settings will be restored instantly. B) Change the default settings to those you use most frequently. Whenever you turn on the machine or press the Clear Modes key, these settings will be ready to use. -
Page 40: B) Changing The Default Setting
B) Changing The Default Setting 1 Turn the main switch off. SM067 2 Hold down the Emergency Stop key, then Clear Modes/ turn the copier back on. Energy Energy Saver Saver Original The jam and service indicators will blink. 3 Input the settings you want. Program Wait 4 Turn the main switch off. -
Page 41: User Tools
USER TOOLS Access the User Tools to make the following adjustments: A.1) Magnification Adjustment; Allows you to adjust the degree of vertical magnification of copied image –1.0 ~ +1.0% (by 0.05% Initial Value: 0) A.2) Cut Length; Allows you to adjust the cut length. –... -
Page 42: What Your Service Representative Can Change
WHAT YOUR SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE CAN CHANGE Your service representative can adjust some of your copier’s features. Here’s a list of changes the service representative can make for you. p Copy media default: The copy media setting can be adjusted to match the kind of paper you use. - Page 43 p Paper length count up/down, Paper length up/down speed, and Paper size pattern: When you press the preset length key, the copier scrolls through a selection of preset paper sizes. The copier can scroll through the preset lengths forward or backward, and at different speeds. There are many sets of sizes from which to choose.
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Page 44: Maintaining Your Copier
4. MAINTAINING YOUR COPIER CHANGING THE TONER BOTTLE When “FULL” is displayed, it is time to changing the Toner Bottle. WARNING: Do not incinerate used toner, toner bottle or toner cartridge. Toner dust might ignite when exposed to an open flame. Dispose of the toner bottle and the used toner cartridge according to local regulations for plastics. - Page 45 2 Open the door on the right side of the copier. SM012 3 Carefully remove the plastic bottle. Put the the used toner in the vinyl bag and dispose of it according to local regulations for plastics. SM013 4 Place the bottle in the copier again. 5 Close the door.
- Page 46 7 If needed, turn the copier back on, and press the Clear Modes key to clear the FULL mes- sage. SM016...
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Page 47: Adding Toner
ADDING TONER When D is displayed, it is time to supply toner. When the indicator starts blinking, you can still copy about 53 feet of paper (16 m, 27 8½”×11” size copies). When the indicator stays on, you can’t copy until a new cartridge is put R WARNING: •... - Page 48 Open the toner cartridge cover. SM019 ! Turn the old cartridge towards you. Then, while pressing the cartridge to the right, lift the left end and remove the cartridge. " Put the old toner cartridge in a vinyl bag and dispose it according to local regulations for plastics.
- Page 49 7 Take the right edge of the seal and slowly remove it. SM023 8 Push the toner cartridge all the way to the left. Then turn the toner cartridge all the way in, as shown. SM024 9 Close the toner cartridge cover and the Original Table.
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Page 50: Loading A Roll Paper
LOADING A ROLL OF PAPER When is displayed, it is time to install a new roll of paper. R CAUTION: • Rolls of paper can be heavy, so you should be careful when loading one. Don’t strain yourself. Ask for help if you think you need it. 1 Open the top and bottom covers of the Roll Feeder. - Page 51 4 Flip the two latches on each side of the paper spool. SM029 5 Remove the spool. SM030 6 Press and hold the lock on the spool and pull the spool out of the roll. Throw the old roll away. SM031 7 Press and hold the lock on the spool and in- sert the spool into a new roll.
- Page 52 8 While holding the lock down, align the paper roll with the size marks on the spool. SM033 9 Load the spool back in the Roll Feeder so that the paper comes off the roll from the front, not from the rear, as shown below. SM034 a Make sure the spool is pushed all the way in the grooves and flip the two latches back in...
- Page 53 c Turn the wheel on the right side to bring the paper further in. SM037 d Lower the top unit of the Roll Feeder. a) Hold the two handles. b) Squeeze and hold the lock on the left c) Lower the unit just a bit. d) Hold on to the unit, but let go of the lock.
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Page 54: Troubleshooting
5. TROUBLESHOOTING If Something Goes Wrong If you have problems with your copier, consult the following pages. If a service indicator lights up, read the section below; if the original or the copy is stuck in the copier; see page 50; if the copier won’t start, or if copies don’t look right, see page 56. -
Page 55: If Jams Occur
IF JAMS OCCUR If the original is jammed in the feed-in slot Notes p If the paper or original gets stuck in the copier, remove both the original and paper. Very gently pull the original out of the feed-in slot. Be careful not to tear it. SM042 R CAUTION: •... - Page 56 3 Close the original table. Press firmly on both sides until it clicks into place. SM045 If sheet paper is jammed in the feed-in slot Notes p If the paper or original gets stuck in the copier, remove both the original and paper. 1 Squeeze the locks on each side of the copier and lift the unit.
- Page 57 If sheet paper is jammed at the paper exit R CAUTION: • The fusing unit can be very hot. Do not touch any parts under the fusing cover. If necessary, wait until the fusing unit has cooled down. Notes p If the paper or original gets stuck in the copier, remove both the original and paper. 1 Squeeze the locks on each side of the copier and lift the moddle unit between the Original Table and the Bypass Table.
- Page 58 4 Close the unit and all covers. Press firmly on both sides until it clicks into place. SM050 If roll paper jams If roll paper jams anywhere in the machine, you still might need to check everywhere to remove the entire length of paper.
- Page 59 4 Close the roll feeder top cover. If your were able to remove all the paper, stop here. SM054 5 Squeeze the locks on each side of the copier and lift the unit. SM046 6 Open the fusing unit cover. SM048 7 Slowly pull the paper out.
- Page 60 8 Close the unit and all covers. Press firmly on both sides until it clicks into place. SM050...
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Page 61: Others
OTHERS If a puzzling or recurring problem occurs, check the following before calling a service representa- tive. It’s also a good idea to check the Do’s and Don’ts section on page 59 to make sure the paper and originals match what the copier can handle. Absolutely nothing happens p Is the main switch on? p Is the cord plugged in? - Page 62 Creases p Try setting your copy paper sideways. p If long runny creases appear on copies, try setting your copy paper sideways, or try changing the copy media setting. p If creases appear on copies made to transparent film, try setting your film sheets sideways. Copies come out dog eared p Try setting your copy paper with the other side facing up.
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Page 63: Things To Do Every Day
THINGS TO DO EVERY DAY Clean the exposure glass & the platen plate you should clean the copy and original tables with a damp cloth, then wipe them with a dry cloth. p Clean the exposure glass and the Original Drive Roller with a damp cloth, then wipe it with a dry cloth. -
Page 64: Do's & Don'ts
DO’S & DON’TS R CAUTION: • When you move the machine, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet to avoid fire or electric shock. • When the machine will not be used for a long time, unplug the power cord. -
Page 65: Where To Put Your Copier
WHERE TO PUT YOUR COPIER Your copier needs to be installed by a qualified technician. If you need to transport your copier to a distant location, call your service center before the move. You can of course move your copier around your office without calling the service center. If you do, remember that the temperature, humidity, and cleanliness of the area around the copier may affect its performance. - Page 66 Environments to avoid p Locations exposed to direct sunlight or strong light (more than 1500 lux); p Dusty areas. p Areas with corrosive gasses. p Altitudes of over 6500 feet (2000 m) above sea level; p Areas prone to strong vibrations. p Locations directly exposed to cool air from an air conditioner or heat from a nearby heater.
- Page 67 p Connect the copier to a power source meeting the specifications given on the inside front cover of this manual. p Do not set anything on the power cord. p Voltage must not fluctuate more than 10%. p Make sure the copier is grounded. p Make sure the plug is firmly inserted into the power outlet.
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Page 68: Specifications
6. SPECIFICATIONS COPIER Configuration Console Process Dry electrostatic transfer system Scanning Original moving over a fixed fiber optics array Originals Sheet Original Reference Position Center Original Size Maximum: 914 (W) × 2,000mm (L) (36” × 80”) Minimum: A4 (210 (W) × 297mm (L)) (8.5” × 11”) Copy Size Maximum: 914 (W) ×... -
Page 69: Options
OPTIONS • Roll feeder Number of loaded paper rolls 1 roll Acceptable Roll Size Maximum: 914mm (36”) Minimum: 210mm (8.5”) Roll Diameter Within 170mm (6.7”) Dimension (W × D × H) 1,080 × 475 × 295mm (42.5 × 18.7 × 11.6”) Weight 33kg (73lb) •... -
Page 70: Index
INDEX installation, 60 altitude, 60 jams, frequent, 56 jams, original, 50 jams, roll paper, 53 background, dirty, 56 jams, sheet paper, 51 blanking margins, 29 bleeding image, 29 light copies, making, 27 light copies, problem, 56 clearance, 62 light, surrounding, 60 copy density, 27 loading a roll, 45 copy media, 25... - Page 71 selected area, copying a, 31 service indicators, 51 settings, default, 34 skewed image, 56 synchro cutting, 20 temperature, 60 temperature, fusing, 26 thick and thin paper, 10 toner bottle, 12, 39 toner, adding, 42 toner, do’s & don’t, 12 toner, used, 39 troubleshooting, 49...