Legal and Safety Information CAUTION: NO LIABILITY IS ASSUMED FOR ANY DAMAGE CAUSED BY IMPROPER INSTALLATION. Notice on Software SOFTWARE USED WITH THIS PRINTER MUST SUPPORT THE PRINTER'S EMULATION MODE. The printer is factory-set to emulate the PCL. Notice The information in this guide is subject to change without notification. Additional pages may be inserted in future editions.
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Systems Corporation, 2381 Rosecrans Ave. El Segundo, CA 90245, U.S.A. This product was developed using the Tornado™ Real Time Operating System and Tools from Wind River Systems. ® This product contains UFST™ and MicroType from Monotype Imaging Inc. This product has been certified by the USB Implementers Forum, Inc. OPERATION GUIDE...
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License Agreements IBM Program License Agreement THE DEVICE YOU HAVE PURCHASED CONTAINS ONE OR MORE SOFTWARE PROGRAMS (“PROGRAMS”) WHICH BELONG TO INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION (“IBM”). THIS DOCUMENT DEFINES THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS UNDER WHICH THE SOFTWARE IS BEING LICENSED TO YOU BY IBM. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS LICENSE, THEN WITHIN 14 DAYS AFTER YOUR ACQUISITION OF THE DEVICE YOU MAY RETURN THE DEVICE FOR A FULL REFUND.
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Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of implied warranties, so the above exclusion may not apply to you. 3. Limitation of Remedies IBM's entire liability under this license is the following; For any claim (including fundamental breach), in any form, related in any way to this license, IBM's liability will be for actual damages only and will be limited to the greater of: the equivalent of U.S.
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Monotype Imaging License Agreement “Software” shall mean the digitally encoded, machine readable, scalable outline data as encoded in a special format as well as the UFST Software. You agree to accept a non-exclusive license to use the Software to reproduce and display weights, styles and versions of letters, numerals, characters and symbols (“Typefaces”) solely for your own customary business or personal purposes at the address stated on the registration card you return to Monotype Imaging.
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IN NO EVENT WILL MONOTYPE IMAGING BE LIABLE FOR LOST PROFITS, LOST DATA, OR ANY OTHER INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR ANY DAMAGES CAUSED BY ABUSE OR MISAPPLICATION OF THE SOFTWARE AND TYPEFACES. Massachusetts U.S.A. law governs this Agreement. You shall not sublicense, sell, lease, or otherwise transfer the Software and/or Typefaces without the prior written consent of Monotype Imaging.
Compliance and Conformity Interface connectors IMPORTANT: Be sure to power off the printer before connecting or disconnecting an interface cable. For protection against static electricity discharge to the printer's internal electronics through the interface connector(s), cover any interface connector that is not in use with the protective cap supplied.
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NOTE: Use shielded interface cables. Cautionary Labels The printer bears any of the following labels. For Europe, Asia, and other countries (except U.S.A. and Canada) Ozone concentration The printers generate ozone gas (O ) which may concentrate in the place of installation and cause an unpleasant smell.
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Manufacturer’s address: Ohechaussee 235, 22848 Norderstedt, Germany Declares that the product Product name: Color Page Printer Model number: CLP 4316/CLP 4520/CLP 4524 (as tested with enhancement optional units; Duplex unit DU-301, Paper Feeder PF-60) Conforms to the following product specifications:...
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The manufacturer and its merchandising companies retain the following technical documentation in anticipation of the inspection that may be conducted by the authorities concerned. User’s instruction that conforms to the applicable specifications. Technical drawings. Descriptions of procedures that guarantee conformity. Other technical information.
For details on the sleep timer function and printer power consumption, refer to this manual. Initial settings of the sleep timer function and power saved using the sleep timer function: CLP 4316 CLP 4520 CLP 4524 Initial Auto Sleep 5 minutes (60 minutes)
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Group for Energy Efficient Appliances (GEEA) The goal of GEEA is efficient use of energy. This product has a high- efficiency profile and meets the criteria for receiving the GEEA-Label. CLP 4524 Initial Auto Sleep Setting 15 minutes (30 minutes) Power Consumption - Power off 0W (1W)
Installation Precautions Environment CAUTION: Avoid placing the printer on or in locations which are unstable or not level. Such locations may cause the printer to fall. This type of situation presents a danger of personal injury or damage to the printer. Avoid locations with humidity or dust and dirt.
Power Supply/Grounding the Printer WARNING: Do not use a power supply with a voltage other than that specified. Avoid multiple connections in the same outlet. These types of situations present a danger of fire or electrical shock. Plug the power cord securely into the outlet. If metallic objects come in contact with the prongs on the plug, it may cause a fire or electric shock.
Precautions for Use Cautions when Using the Printer • Do not place metallic objects or containers with water (flower vases, flower pots, cups, etc.) on or near the printer. This type of situation presents a danger of fire or electrical shock should they fall inside. •...
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Other Precautions • Do not place heavy objects on the printer or cause other damage to the printer. • Do not open the top/left/rear cover, turn off the main switch, or pull out the power plug during printing. • During printing, some ozone is released, but the amount does not cause any ill effect to one's health.
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About the Operation Guide This Operation Guide has the following chapters: Chapter 1 - Machine Parts This chapter explains the names of parts. Chapter 2 - Printing Operation This chapter explains how to print from your workstation. Chapter 3 - Maintenance This chapter explains how to replace the toner container and how to care for your printer.
1 Machine Parts This section provides explanations and illustrations for you to determine the parts and their functions. Try to be familiar with the names and functions of these parts for correct use and optimal performance. This chapter contains explanations on the following topics: •...
Machine Parts Components at the Front of the Printer Operation Panel Top Cover MP (Multi-Purpose) Tray Paper Cassette Components at the Left of the Printer Left Cover Top Tray Main Charger Units on the Drum Units Power Switch Waste Toner Box OPERATION GUIDE...
Machine Parts Internal Components Magenta Toner Container (M) Cyan Toner Container (C) Yellow Toner Container (Y) Black Toner Container (K) Paper Transfer Unit OPERATION GUIDE...
2 Printing Operation This chapter contains explanations on the following topics: • Loading Printer Driver ..........2-2 • Printing from Application Software ....... 2-3 OPERATION GUIDE...
Printing Operation Loading Printer Driver Ensure the printer is plugged in and connected to the PC before installing the printer driver from the CD-ROM. Switch on the PC and activate Windows. NOTE: If the Welcome to the Found New Hardware Wizard dialog box displays, select Cancel.
Printing Operation Printing from Application Software The steps required to print a document created with an application are explained below. You can select the printing Paper Size and Output Destination. Load the paper required into the paper cassette. From the application File menu, select Print. The Print dialog box displays. Click the drop down list of printer names.
3 Maintenance This chapter contains explanations on the following topics: • General Information............3-2 • Toner Container Replacement........3-3 • Cleaning the Printer............3-8 • Replacing the Waste Toner Box ......... 3-15 OPERATION GUIDE...
Maintenance General Information This chapter describes basic maintenance tasks you can perform on the printer. You can replace the following component according to the printer’s display: • Toner Kits • Waste Toner Box Also, the following parts need periodic cleaning: •...
(CLP 4316: 3,000 monochrome pages). The cyan, magenta, and yellow starter toner containers last an average of 4,000 color images for each (CLP 4316: 2,000 color images for each). Toner Kits For best results, we recommend that you only use genuine TA Triumph-Adler Parts and Supplies.
Maintenance • When the printer becomes low on toner, for example in the cyan container, the printer displays the message Toner low C, M, Y, K as the first caution. Note the replacement is not always necessary at this stage. •...
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Maintenance Pull the blue lock lever on the toner container forward towards the unlocked symbol. Lock Lever Carefully remove the old toner container from the printer. Put the old toner container in the plastic bag (contained in the toner kit) and discard it later according to the local code or regulations for waste disposal.
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Maintenance Shake the new toner container 5 or 6 times as shown in the figure in order to distribute the toner evenly inside the container. Set the new toner container in the printer as shown in the figure below. Push down on the top of the toner container to install it firmly in place. OPERATION GUIDE...
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Maintenance Pull the blue lock lever on the toner container back towards the locked symbol as far as it will go. Lock Lever Use the same procedure to replace the other color toner containers. Close the top cover. Proceed to the next section. OPERATION GUIDE...
Maintenance Cleaning the Printer The following parts must be cleaned each time the toner container and waste toner box are replaced: • Main charger wire • Main charger grid • Advanced beam array lens • Registration roller In addition to this, it is recommended that the main charger wire and registration roller are cleaned periodically at least once a month.
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Maintenance Open the left cover. Left Cover First clean the main charger wire. Grasp the green wire cleaner knob. Gently pull the wire cleaner knob out and push it back in. Repeat this 2 to 3 times. After cleaning, make sure you restore the wire cleaner knob to its home position.
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Maintenance NOTE: The pad of the grid cleaner contains water. Clean the grid quickly so that the pad may not dry off. Lift up slightly on the main charger unit and pull it out a short distance as shown in the figure below. Main Charger Unit Attach the grid cleaner to the printer with the pad facing up.
Maintenance Gently pull the main charger handle out and push it back in. Repeat this 2 to 3 times. These movements clean the grid. After cleaning, make sure you restore the main charger unit to its home position. Main Charger Unit NOTE: If the main charger unit is not restored to its home position, the corresponding color will be printed over the whole page.
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Maintenance Grasp the tab of the green lens cleaner knob. Gently pull the lens cleaner knob out and push it back in. Repeat this 2 times. Lens Cleaner Knob Push the lens cleaner knob back in completely. After cleaning, make sure you restore the lens cleaner knob to its home position.
Maintenance Once you are finished cleaning all 4 lenses, close the left cover. Cleaning the Paper Transfer Unit Print problems such as soiling of the reverse side of printed pages may occur if the paper transfer unit becomes dirty. To clean the paper transfer unit, you must use the cleaning cloth included in the toner kit.
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Maintenance Wipe away the paper dust on the registration roller and the paper ramp using the wiper cloth included in the toner kit. Paper Ramp Transfer Roller (Black) Registration Roller (Metal) NOTE: Be careful not to touch the black transfer roller during cleaning as this may adversely affect print quality.
Maintenance Replacing the Waste Toner Box Replace the waste toner box when the Check waste toner box message is displayed. A new waste toner box is included with the toner kit. The printer will not operate without replacing the waste toner box. Open the left cover.
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Maintenance Close the cap to the old waste toner box after removing the box from the printer. Old Waste Toner Box To prevent toner from spilling, put the old waste toner box in the plastic bag (contained in the toner kit) and discard it later according to the local code or regulations for waste disposal.
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Maintenance Insert the new waste toner box as shown in the figure below. When the box is set correctly, it will snap into place. New Waste Toner Make sure that the waste toner box is correctly inserted and close the left cover.
4 Troubleshooting This chapter contains explanations on the following topics: • General Guidelines............4-2 • Print Quality Problems..........4-3 • Error Messages ............4-7 • Clearing Paper Jams..........4-13 If a problem cannot be corrected, contact your service technician. OPERATION GUIDE...
Troubleshooting General Guidelines The table below provides basic solutions for problems you may encounter with the printer. We suggest you consult this table to troubleshoot the problems before calling for service. Symptom Check Items Corrective Action Print quality is not good. See Print Quality Problems on page 4-3.
Troubleshooting Print Quality Problems The tables and diagrams in the following sections define print quality problems and the corrective action you can conduct to solve the problems. Some solutions may require cleaning or replacing parts of the printer. If the suggested corrective action will not solve the problem, call for service.
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Troubleshooting Printed Results Corrective Action Black or white vertical streaks Check the operation panel for toner. If the Toner low (C/M/Y/K) message is displayed with color description, install a new toner kit for the color. To replace the toner container, see Toner Container Replacement on page 3-3. Clean the main charger units.
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Troubleshooting Printed Results Corrective Action Refresh drum. Perform the following procedures on the operation panel and try cleaning the drum surface using the printer's built-in cleaning system. Press [MENU]. Press repeatedly until >Others appears. Press . Press repeatedly until >Service appears. Press .
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Troubleshooting Printed Results Corrective Action Clean the main charger units. Open the left cover. Slowly pull the green wire cleaner knob to each of the main charger units in and out a few times. For full details, see Cleaning the Main Charger Unit on page 3-8. Clean the parts in the paper paths—such as the paper cassette, etc.
Troubleshooting Error Messages The following table lists errors and maintenance messages that you can be dealt with by yourself. If Call service appears, turn off the printer, disconnect the power cord, and contact your service technician. Some errors cause the alarm to sound. To stop the alarm, press [CANCEL].
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The optional envelope feeder has been installed in this printer. The optional EF not supported envelope feeder is not supported in the model CLP 4316. Turn the power switch off and then back on again. If this message still remains, turn Error.Power off...
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Troubleshooting Message Corrective Action Replace Maintenance Kit which is displayed on the message display. Replacement Install MK of the maintenance kit is necessary at every 200,000 images of printing and requires professional servicing. Contact your service technician. Current print processing cannot continue because of occurrence of KPDL error KPDL error ## which is categorized by ##.
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Troubleshooting Message Corrective Action A memory card error has occurred. Look at the error code given in place of ## and MemoryCard err## refer to Storage Error Codes on page 4-11. To ignore the memory card error, press Press GO [GO].
Troubleshooting Message Corrective Action The storage area in the hard disk for the virtual mailboxes is full. Print out Virtual mailbox accumulated jobs in the virtual mailboxes. full The printer’s internal memory is running low due to too many numbers of fonts and Warning macros downloaded.
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Troubleshooting Memory Card Errors Code Meaning The printer does not support the memory card inserted. The memory card is not installed. The memory card is full and cannot hold further data. Purge unnecessary files or use a new memory card. Specified file is not on the memory card.
Troubleshooting Clearing Paper Jams If the paper jammed in the paper transport system, or no paper sheets were fed at all, the Paper jam message appears and the location of the paper jam (the component where the paper jam has occurred) is also indicated.
Troubleshooting Paper jam message Paper jam Description Reference page location Paper is jammed at the MP tray or page 4-17 Paper jam optional envelope feeder (if page 4-18 MP Tray installed). Paper jam Paper is jammed inside the rear page 4-18 Paper jam cover of the optional duplexer or at Duplexer...
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Troubleshooting [Paper jam Printer] Paper is jammed at the paper cassette or inside the printer. Remove the jammed paper using the procedure given below. Pull out the paper cassette and remove the jammed paper. While pulling the green paper transfer unit release lever, pull out the paper transfer unit.
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Troubleshooting If paper is jammed as shown in A, remove the paper by pulling the center up. If paper is jammed as shown in B, remove the paper by pulling the edge. Registration Roller Registration Roller Paper Transfer Unit Release Lever Paper Transfer Unit Open the rear cover and then the fuser cover, and remove the jammed paper.
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Troubleshooting Fuser Cover Rear Cover CAUTION: The fuser unit inside the printer is hot. Do not touch it with your hands as it may result in burn injury. Remove jammed paper carefully. Push the paper transfer unit back in and close the fuser cover and rear cover.
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Troubleshooting [Paper jam Cassette 2 (to 4)] Paper is jammed at optional paper cassette 2 (to 4). Refer to the Operation Guide for the optional paper cassette and remove the jammed paper. [Paper jam EF] Paper is jammed at the optional envelope feeder. Remove the jammed paper using the same procedure as for a jam at the MP Tray.
5 Specifications NOTE: Specifications are subject to change without notice. Description Item CLP 4316 CLP 4520 CLP 4524 Printing Method Electrophotographic four color (CMYK) printing using Advanced Beam Array Printing Speeds - Cassette A4: 16ppm A4: 20ppm A4: 24ppm B5, A5, Letter: 17ppm...
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Specifications Description Item CLP 4316 CLP 4520 CLP 4524 Warm-up Time (22°C, 60%RH) - Power on 80 seconds or less 68 seconds or less 80 seconds or less - Sleep 80 seconds or less 68 seconds or less 60 seconds or less...
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Specifications Description Item CLP 4316 CLP 4520 CLP 4524 Operating noise (in During printing: LpA = 52dB (A) During printing: LpA = accordance with ISO7779 During standby: LpA = 36dB (A) 55dB (A) [Bystander Position, During sleep mode: immeasurably low...
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