Accessing User Tools You can change or set the machine's default with User Tools. This section is intended for the machine adminis- trator. Reference For the User Tools menu, see ⇒ p.69 “User Tools Menu”. A A A A Press the { { { { Clear Modes/Energy Sav- er} } } } key.
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User Tools Changing the Settings of User Tools A A A A After entering the desired user tool number, press the { { { { q The value or mode set at the factory will be displayed at the end of the second line on the guidance display.
Note ❒ If you enter the wrong value or mode, press the { { { { Clear Modes/Energy Saver} } } } key. Then, go back to step A. D D D D Press the { { { { Clear Modes/Energy Saver} } } } key to leave User Tools. User Tools Menu Mode Tape Marker Off...
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User Tools Mode Set Language Set Size Mode Buzzer On Prints/Master Cost Function If you want to change the language used by the guidance display, select the language version. Note ❒ Default: 1 ❒ Adjustable value: • 0: Japanese • 1: English •...
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Mode Clear 2 In 1 Pht Backgrnd Correct Original Image density Print Speed Changing the Settings of User Tools Function By default, when master making is finished in Combine Copies mode, this mode stays selected for the next master making. If you want master making turned off, select “1”.
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User Tools Mode Auto Cycle Mode Fine Mode Swap Master Making Quality Start No. Skip Feed No. Auto Multi copy Function Specifies whether Auto Cycle mode is selected at power Note ❒ Default: 1 ❒ Adjustment value: 0: No 1: Yes Specifies whether Fine mode is selected when the power is turned on.
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Mode Memory Print Auto Memory/Class Resettable Count CLR Resettable Count User Code Mode Changing the Settings of User Tools Function Each print set or stack will contain the number of prints you program in Memory mode. If set to Memory, Memory mode will work. If set to Stack, Stack mode will work.
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User Tools Mode UC Count Clear UC Count Total UC Count Clear Total UC Count Auto Energy Saving Side Ers. Function Displays the number of masters and prints made in each user code. Note ❒ M: Number of masters ❒ P: Number of prints Clear each user code counter.
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Mode Center Ers. Horizontal Ers. 170-172 Ers. **1L Ers. **2L Ers. **3L Entering decimal values in No. 160–162: • Press the { { { { Program} } } } key to enter a decimal point. • Press the { { { { q q } } } } key to fix the value.
User Tools User Codes If the machine is set to use the User Code function, operators must enter their user codes before the machine can operate. The machine keeps count of the number of prints made under each user code. In this mode, the following 20 user codes (fixed) can be used to access the machine: 382, 191, 182, 173, 164, 155,...
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E E E E Specify the Auto Reset time. En- ter the desired setting with the number keys and press the { { { { q key. F F F F Press the { { { { Clear Modes/Energy Sav- er} } } } key to leave User Tools.
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User Tools A A A A Press the { { { { Clear Modes/Energy Sav- er} } } } key. B B B B Hold down the { { { { Clear/Stop} } } } key for at least 3 seconds. C C C C Enter “121”...
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A A A A Press the { { { { Clear Modes/Energy Sav- er} } } } key. B B B B Hold down the { { { { Clear/Stop} } } } key for at least 3 seconds. C C C C Enter “122”...
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User Tools How to Check the Total Number of Masters and Prints Made Under All User Codes (# 123) A A A A Press the { { { { Clear Modes/Energy Sav- er} } } } key. B B B B Hold down the { { { { Clear/Stop} } } } key for at least 3 seconds.
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B B B B Hold down the { { { { Clear/Stop} } } } key for at least 3 seconds. C C C C Enter “124” with the number keys and press the { { { { q q } } } } key. D D D D Enter “1”...
4. Replenishing Supplies Loading Paper into the Paper Feed Tray The Load Paper indicator (B) lights when the paper feed tray runs out of paper. Replenishing Paper A A A A Press the { { { { Clear/Stop} } } } key. Note ❒...
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Replenishing Supplies Note ❒ Correct paper curl before set- ting the paper. D D D D Press the { { { { Print Start} } } } key to re- sume printing. Changing the Paper Size A A A A Remove the paper from the paper feed tray.
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When the Add Ink Indicator (j The Add Ink indicator (j) lights when it is time to supply ink. R CAUTION: • If ink comes into contact with your eyes, rinse immediately in running water. For other symptoms, consult a doctor. R CAUTION: •...
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Replenishing Supplies C C C C Remove the cap of the new ink cartridge. D D D D Insert the new cartridge into the ink holder. E E E E Return the ink holder to its original position until it clicks. Note ❒...
Master Roll Replacement The Master End indicator (C) is lit when it is time to replace the master roll. A A A A Open the original tray. Note ❒ Lift the original tray release le- ver and lift the original tray. B B B B Open the right side cover.
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Replenishing Supplies F F F F Set the paper edge of the master roll as shown. Note ❒ Rotate the spools backward to take up any slack in the master. G G G G Close the plotter cover. H H H H Close the right side cover.
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Placing a New Roll of Tape in the Tape Dispenser (Option) Note ❒ Make sure that the main switch is turned on and the power switch of the tape dispenser is off. A A A A Open the cover of the tape dis- penser.
If Your Machine does not Operate as You Want If a malfunction or a misfeed occurs within the machine, the following indicators will light. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ When the misfeed indicator (x Indicator Guidance Display ORIGINAL JAM. REMOVE ORIGINAL REMOVE ORIGINAL PAPER FEED JAM.
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Troubleshooting R CAUTION: • Be careful not to cut yourself on any sharp edges when you reach inside the machine to remove misfed sheets of paper or masters. Note ❒ To prevent misfeeds, do not leave any torn scraps of paper within the ma- chine.
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❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ When one of the following messages is displayed on the guidance display Guidance Display RE-ENTER COPY NUMBER MAXIMUM IS XXX RE-ENTER COPY NUMBER MINIMUM IS XXX SET THE ORIGINALS INPUT YOUR ID CODE NO ADDITIONAL PRINTS ALLOWED MASTER MAKING HALTED - When a service code (E-XX) is displayed in the guidance display Turn the main switch off and on.
Troubleshooting x Clearing Misfeeds Important ❒ When clearing misfeeds, do not turn off the main switch. If you do, your print settings are cleared. - After clearing misfeeds Press the { { { { Clear Modes/Energy Saver} } } } key to reset the error indicators. x ”...
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B B B B Pull out the original gently. C C C C If you cannot remove the misfed original, pull out the original from the side of the original tray and remove the original. D D D D If you still cannot remove the misfed paper, press the ADF open lever and open the ADF unit to remove the original.
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Troubleshooting • Originals lighter than 40 g/m • Carbon coated originals • Damaged originals • Originals with glue on them • Originals perforated for ring binders • Book originals • Originals written with a pencil or ball-point pen • Originals smaller than 148 mm × 105 mm, 5.8" × 4.1" •...
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x ” + “PAPER FEED JAM. REMOVE JAMMED PAPER” “x R CAUTION: • Be careful not to cut yourself on any sharp edges when you reach inside the machine to remove misfed sheets of paper or masters. Misfeed in the paper feed section A A A A Slowly but firmly pull out the paper.
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Troubleshooting C C C C Re-insert the drum unit until the drum unit locks in position and put the lever back in place. D D D D Close the front door. - To prevent paper misfeeds: If the paper is curled or the originals leading edge margin is too narrow, the fol- lowing action is necessary.
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• If you cannot correct the paper curl, stack the paper with the curl face down as shown. • When the leading edge margin of the original is less than 5 mm, 0.2" or there is a solid image on the leading edge, insert the original with the widest mar- gin first or make a leading edge margin by making a copy.
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Troubleshooting x ” + “MASTER FEED JAM. REMOVE JAMMED MASTER” “x A A A A Open the original tray. Note ❒ Lift the original tray release lever and slide the original tray all the way to the left. B B B B Open the right side cover.
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D D D D If you could not remove the misfed master in steps B B B B and C C C C , take out the drum and remove the misfed master from the inside. Reference For how to take out the drum unit, see ⇒ p.63 “Changing the color Drum Unit”.
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Troubleshooting x ” + “PAPER WRAP JAM. REMOVE JAMMED PAPER” “x R CAUTION: • Be careful not to cut yourself on any sharp edges when you reach inside the machine to remove misfed sheets of paper or masters. A A A A Remove the misfeed paper.
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x Clearing Misfeeds - To prevent paper misfeeds: If the paper is curled or the original's leading edge margin is too narrow, the fol- lowing action is necessary. • When you use curled paper, correct the curl as shown. GRCURL0E •...
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Troubleshooting • When the leading edge margin of the original is less than 5 mm, 0.2" or there is a solid image on the leading edge, insert the original with the widest mar- gin first or make a leading edge margin by making a copy. x ”...
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B Remove the misfed master. Note ❒ Be careful not to stain your hands with ink when you touch used mas- ters. C Return the master eject box to its original position. When a master misfeed occurs on the drum A Lift the lever to unlock the drum unit and pull out the unit.
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Troubleshooting C Pull the master out of the master clamp. D Re-insert the drum unit until the drum unit locks in position and put the lever back in place. x ” + “DELIVERY JAM. REMOVE JAMMED PAPER” “x A A A A Remove the misfed paper.
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When the Open Cover/Unit Indicator (M Lights MMake sure that the following door/units are closed. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Original Tray Close the original tray until it locks in position. ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Front Door Close the front door completely. ❖...
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Troubleshooting • Set the drum unit completely until it locks in position. TSLH028E DRAFT 2002/08/02...
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When the Master Eject Indicator (k The Master Eject indicator (k) and the Reset indicator light when it is time to empty master eject box or when you need to set the master eject box. A A A A Take out the master eject box and remove the used masters. Note ❒...
Troubleshooting When Other Indicators Light Set the key counter The key counter (option) is not set. Insert the key counter. DRAFT 2002/08/02...
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When the Prints are Thrown Over the Paper Delivery Tray A A A A Reduce the printing speed by pressing the { { { { W W W W } } } } key. Note ❒ If a jam occurs with the current printing speed, reduce the paper delivery speed.
Troubleshooting Poor Printing Dirt on the Back Side of Paper Note ❒ When you use paper smaller than the original, select the proper reduction ra- tio. Otherwise, you might get dirty background prints. ❒ When you use postcards and the like, the background might be dirty because postcards do not absorb ink well.
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Reference See ⇒ p.63 “Changing the color Drum Unit”for the details. C C C C Clean the pressure roller with a clean cloth. D D D D With a clean cloth, remove any ink that has accumulated on the trailing edge of the drum unit.
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Troubleshooting G G G G Turn on the main switch. Dirt on the Front Side of Paper (Black Line/Stain) Note ❒ When black lines or stains still appear on prints even if you clean the above, contact your service representative. ❒...
White Prints or Incomplete Prints • Make sure that the paper feed side plates touch the paper lightly. Put back the lock lever. • When you use the optional document feeder, make sure that the original guides contact the originals lightly. When you get white or incomplete prints even if you check the items above, per- form the following procedure.
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Troubleshooting B B B B Remove the master from the drum. C C C C Remove paper that is stuck to the drum. D D D D Insert the drum unit until it locks in position, then lower the drum unit lock lever.
Operation Notes General Cautions • While printing, do not turn off the main switch. • While printing, do not open the door or covers. • While printing, do not unplug the power cord. • While printing, do not move the machine. •...
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Remarks • If the machine is not used for a long period, the image density might decrease because the ink on the drum might dry. Make extra prints until the image density recovers. • When the machine is used in low temperature conditions, the image density might decrease.
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• The image density varies according to the printing speed and the room tem- perature. So, adjust the printing speed or increase the room temperature. • When you make a lot of prints from a small image, ink might ooze out from the edges of the master, especially under high temperature and when print- ing in two or more colors.
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Remarks • If you use paste-up originals, select Paste Shadow Erase mode (see ⇒ p.34 “Paste Shadow Erase—Erasing the Shadow of Pasted Originals”) make sure that the pasted parts hold firmly to the base sheet. If the thickness of the paste- up originals is more than 0.1 mm and the space between the pasted parts is less than 2 mm, 0.08", a shadow might appear on the print.
Where to Put Your Machine Your machine's location should be carefully chosen because environmental con- ditions greatly affect its performance. Environmental Conditions Optimum environmental conditions R CAUTION: • Keep the machine away from humidity and dust. Otherwise a fire or an elec- tric shock might occur.
Remarks • Areas with corrosive gases. Power Connection R WARNING: • Connect the machine only to the power source described on the inside front cover of this manual. Connect the power cord directly into a wall outlet and do not use an extension cord. •...
Maintaining Your Machine To maintain high print quality, clean the following parts and units regular- Main Frame Exposure Glass A A A A Lift the exposure glass cover or document feeder. B B B B Clean the exposure glass with a damp cloth and wipe it with a dry cloth.
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Remarks Optional Document Feeder Separation Roller A A A A Open the ADF unit. B B B B Clean the separation roller with a damp cloth and wipe it with a dry cloth. Note ❒ If you do not clean the separa- tion roller, original misfeeds tend to occur.
Combination Chart This combination chart shows which modes can be used together. ❍ means that these modes can be used together. × means that these modes cannot be used together. Reduction × Enlargement ❍ Auto Cycle ❍ Memory mode ❍ Class mode ❍...
Main Frame ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Configuration: Desk top ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Printing Process: Full automatic one drum system ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Original Type: Sheet/Book ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Original Size: Maximum 257 mm × 364 mm, 10.2" × 14.4" ❖...
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Specifications ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Print Paper Size: Maximum 268 mm × 388 mm, 10.5" × 15.2" Minimum 90 mm × 148 mm, 3.6" × 5.9" ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Leading Edge Margin: 5 mm ± 3 mm, 0.2" ± 0.12" ❖...
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❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Dimensions (W × × × × D × × × × H): Width Stored 607 mm, 23.9" Stored with document 607 mm, 23.9" feeder Set up 1,187 mm, 46.8" Set up with document 1,187 mm, 46.8" feeder ❖...
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Document Feeder (Option) ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Original Type: Sheet ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Original Weight: • When setting a stack of originals: 50 – 90 g/m , 13.3 – 23.9 lb • When setting one sheet at a time: 40 –...
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Specifications Consumables Name Master for LG drum Master for A4 drum Master for B4 drum Ink-Black Ink-Red Ink-Blue Ink-Green Ink-Brown Ink-Yellow Ink-Purple Ink-Navy Ink-Maroon Ink-Orange Ink-Teal Ink-Gray Tape for Tape dispenser Note ❒ Specifications are subject to change without notice. Size Remarks Length: 125 m, 410ft/roll...
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INDEX Accessing User Tools , 67 Access to machine , 122 ADF unit , 55 ADF unit open lever , 55 Adjusting the Print Image Density , 23 Adjusting the Print Image Position , 21 After clearing misfeeds , 94 Auto Cycle , 39 {Auto Cycle} } } } key , 11 , 39 Behind cover , 7...
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Loading Paper , 15 Loading Paper into the Paper Feed Tray , Machine Exterior , 7 Machine Interior , 8 Main Frame , 123 , 127 Main switch , 8 Maintaining Your Machine , 123 Making Color Prints , 63 Master Eject Indicator , 109 {Master Making} } } } key , 11 Master Roll Replacement , 87...
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User Codes , 76 User Tools Menu , 69 Where to Put Your Machine , 121 White Prints or Incomplete Prints , 115 {W W W W } or {V V V V } key , 26 DRAFT 2002/08/02...
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