Table of Contents Table of Contents Important Safeguards Important Safeguards ...................1 Agency Certifications ...............1 Chapter 1 - Making Copies Turning the Copier ON................1-1 Placing Original Documents ................ 1-2 Using the Exposure Glass for Copying ..........1-2 Using the Automatic Document Feeder for Copying (optional) ..... 1-2 Making a Copy ..................
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Table of Contents Chapter 5 - User Mode Total Check Function................5-1 Reading the Total Check Function Displays ........5-1 Count Displays ................5-1 Selecting a Total Count ..............5-2 Selecting PM Count ..............5-2 User’s Choice Mode ................. 5-3 Overview of User’s Choice Codes and Functions ......
Chapter for this value. Power cords rated for less can overheat and become a fire hazard. Do not operate the unit if any part of it is damaged, or if any part has been dropped, until it is checked by a authorized Lanier Service Technician. The fusing area is hot. Exercise care in this area.
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Chapter Overview This chapter provides basic instructions for making a copy. Included in this chapter are: • “Turning the Copier ON” on page 1-1 • “Placing Original Documents” on page 1-2 • “Making a Copy” on page 1-3 Making Copies...
Turning the Copier ON Turning the Copier ON The Main Power switch turns on the power to the copier. The Main Power switch is located on the right-hand side of the copier. To turn the copier on, press the switch to the (I) ON position.
Placing Original Documents Placing Original Documents Using the Exposure Glass for Copying Place the original document face-down on the exposure glass. Using the Automatic Document Feeder for Copying (optional) Place the original document face-up in the document feeder. 1 - 2 Making Copies...
Making a Copy Making a Copy Select the copy options from the Copy Options table below. Note: If you only want one copy with no options, proceed to Step 2. Copy Options Methods to Use for the Copy Options You Can Select Copy Quantity Press the (1) key to enter quantities up to 9.
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Making a Copy Notes: 1 - 4 Making Copies...
Copier Components Copier Components Control Panel Item Description 1. Start key Press to begin copying. 2. Clear/Stop Key Press to cancel a copy operation Press to reset copy quantity to 1 Press to return zoom ratio to 100% Press for three seconds to enable the total check function. 3.
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Copier Components Control Panel - continued Item Description 5. Auto Exposure Mode Press to select either Auto exposure mode, Manual exposure mode, or photo mode. 6. Exposure Control Key Press to make the image darker. (Darker) 7. Zoom Key Press to change the zoom ratio. Use to select preset zoom ratios.
Copier Components Message Display Item Description 11. Add Toner Indicator Indicates the toner supply is low. Replace the Imagine Cartridge. 12. Add Paper Indicator Indicates the selected paper drawer is out of paper. Add paper. Component Identification 2 - 3...
Copier Components External Components Item Description 1. Copy Exit Tray Copies are sent to this tray. 2. Paper Tray Holds up to 250 sheet of copy paper. 3. Manual Bypass Tray Use to feed non-standard paper for copying such as letterhead, colored paper and transparencies.
Copier Components Internal Components Item Description 1. Lock Release Lever Pull this lever to raise the top of the copier. 2. Original Pad Secures the original for copying. 3. Exposure Glass Original is placed face-down on the glass for copying. 4.
Copier Components Optional Equipment Item Description Automatic Document Feeds a stack of originals one sheet at a time. Feeder: items 1-4 1. Document Guide Plates Adjust to the size of the original document. 2. Document Feed Tray Place original document face-up in tray. 3.
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Chapter Overview This chapter includes the following information: • “Placing the Original Document” on page 3-1 • “Selecting the Paper Tray” on page 3-5 • “Selecting Copy Quantity” on page 3-6 • “Selecting Copy Darkness” on page 3-7 • “Enlargement and Reduction Ratios” on page 3-9 Copier Functions...
Placing the Original Document Placing the Original Document When using the Automatic Document Feeder With the Automatic Document Feeder, originals placed into the Document Feed Tray are fed in one sheet at a time, copied, then fed out. Please follow the instructions provided when using this device.
Placing the Original Document Setting Originals in the Automatic Document Feeder Adjust the Document Guide Plates to the size of the document. Set the document so that the side that you wish to copy is facing up. Note: The maximum number of originals that can be loaded is 50.
Placing the Original Document Setting Original on the Exposure Glass General Documents When copying plain or thick paper types original documents: Open the Original Cover. Set the document onto the exposure glass with the side that you wish to copy facing down.
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Placing the Original Document Transparent Documents When copying OHP transparencies or tracing paper Follow the same procedure as described for general documents. Place a blank sheet of paper of the same size as the original on top of the original. Close the Original Cover.
Selecting the Paper Tray Selecting the Paper Tray How to select a paper tray Press the Paper Select key to select the paper source. Paper Drawer • No indicators are ON when the Paper Drawer is selected Manual Bypass Tray •...
Selecting Copy Quantity Selecting Copy Quantity To make 1-9 copies, press the 1 Key until the appropriate number of copies is displayed. To make 10 or more copies, press the 10 Key one or more times. The appropriate number is displayed. •...
Selecting Copy Darkness Selecting Copy Darkness Auto Mode Auto mode automatically selects the exposure setting that is optimal for the original document to be copied. Press the Auto Exposure Key until all density level indicators light up. Press the Auto Exposure Mode Key to switch between the Auto Exposure Mode, Manual Exposure Mode and the Photo Mode.
Selecting Copy Darkness Photo Mode Photo Mode is optimal for copying documents containing halftones such as photos. This mode allows you to select from nine levels of exposure. Press the Auto Exposure Mode Key to select the Photo Mode Press the Exposure Control Keys to select the optimal level.
Enlargement and Reduction Ratios Enlargement and Reduction Ratios Specifying the Zoom Ratio The zoom ratio can be specified by pressing the Zoom Key. There are two modes to choose from: Standard Copy Zoom and Manual Zoom Select. Using Preset Ratios With this mode, the most often used preset zoom settings can be selected.
Enlargement and Reduction Ratios Setting Zoom Manually The zoom ratio can be adjusted in single increments with each press of the Keys. (Range: 50–199%) Press and hold a Key to rapidly change the zoom ratio. Press the Zoom Key to enter the Copy Zoom Setting Mode.
Bypass Copying Bypass Copying Use the Bypass Tray to copy documents onto paper that is not otherwise loaded into the machine or to copy onto OHP transparencies or specialty paper types. Types of Paper for use in Bypass Copying • Regular paper 16-24 Ibs - (60–90 g/m •...
Bypass Copying Loading Standard Size Paper into the Bypass Tray Insert the paper as far as possible into the Manual Bypass Tray. Be sure to adjust the Document Guide Plates to fit the paper. • Feed the paper one sheet at a time. •...
Bypass Copying Loading Non-Standard Size Paper into the Bypass Tray Insert the paper as far as possible into the Manual Bypass Tray. Be sure to adjust the Document Guide Plates to fit the paper. • Be sure to feed the paper one sheet at a time.
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Bypass Copying Press the Key or the Key to display “U8”. Press the Start Key. Press the Key or the Key to display the paper width code. See “U8: Manual Feed Input Size” on page 5-6. (Example) Paper Width: 5.25” - 5.75” Press the Start Key.
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Bypass Copying • The value entered for the paper length must be larger than the entered paper width. Press the Start Key. Press the Clear/Stop Key twice. Select the Manual Bypass Tray by pressing the Paper Select Key. Copying Methods 4 - 5...
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Bypass Copying Press the 10 Key or the 1 Key to display “P”. Note: Be sure to set the paper type properly when copying onto OHP transparencies or thick paper. Press the Start Key. 4 - 6 Copying Methods...
Transparency Copying Transparency Copying Setting OHP Transparencies or Tracing Paper Follow the same procedure as described for general documents. Place a blank sheet of paper of the same size as the original on top of the original. Gently close the Original Cover. Place your copy paper in the Bypass Tray.
Function Mode Function Mode There are four modes to choose from: • Non-Sort Mode • 2in1 Non-Sort Mode • Sort Mode • 2in1 Sort Mode. Selecting the Function Modes: F1, F2, F3, F4 Press the Copies/Function Key to enable the Function Mode. Press the 1 Key to scroll through F1, F2, F3, F4.
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Function Mode F1: Non-Sort Copies are made in the same order as the original document are loaded into the copier. F2: 2 in 1 Non-Sort • This mode requires the optional ADF and expansion memory. • This mode copies two original documents onto one sheet of paper and outputs the results in the same order as they were loaded into the...
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Function Mode F3: Sort • This mode requires the optional ADF and expansion memory. • Copies a set of original documents while automatically sorting them into complete sets. F4: 2 in 1 Sort • This mode requires the optional ADF and expansion memory.
Function Mode Using Function Modes The Function Mode Indicator • The Function Mode indicator will become lit when settings other than the Initial Mode are selected. • The Zoom indicator will become lit and the zoom ratio will automatically be decreased when F2 (2in1 Non-Sort) or F4 (2in1 Sort) are selected.
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Function Mode Notes: 4 - 12 Copying Methods...
Total Check Function Total Check Function Reading the Total Check Function Displays This machine can keep a count of the number of copies that it has generated since it was first set up. • Total Count: Shows the total number of copies since the machine was installed. •...
Total Check Function Selecting a Total Count Press and hold the Clear/Stop Key for three seconds. The Total Count will be displayed. Press the Clear/Stop Key to return to the previous status mode Selecting PM Count Press and hold the Clear/Stop Key again, for three seconds, to display the PM Count.
User’s Choice Mode User’s Choice Mode This mode allows you to determine the default settings for functions that are activated when the main power switch is turned on or the panel is reset with the Auto Panel Reset Function. The User’s Choice Mode is used to program the most commonly used settings of the machine into the Initial Mode.
User’s Choice Functions User’s Choice Functions U1: Auto Panel Reset Function Sets the period before the Auto Panel Reset Function is enabled after a copy job is completed. One setting allows you to disable the Auto Panel Reset Function entirely. Code Setting Default...
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User’s Choice Functions U4: Exposure Mode Priority Allows you to select the optimal exposure mode or the Photo Mode from the Initial Mode. Code Setting Default Auto Exposure Mode Photo Mode Manual Exposure Mode U5: Auto Exposure Level Priority The Auto Exposure Mode allows you to select from three exposure level settings. Allows you to select the initial exposure level settings for the Auto Exposure Mode.
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User’s Choice Functions U7: Paper Size Select Allows you to assign a particular paper size to the paper tray. Code Setting Default Letter (L) A4 L Legal (LG) A5 Half Letter (HL) - Invoice U8: Manual Feed Input Size Allows you to specify a paper size when loading non-standard size paper into the Manual Bypass Tray.
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User’s Choice Functions U0: Function Mode Allows you to specify the initial settings of the Function Mode. Code Setting Default Non-Sort Mode 2in1Non-Sort Mode Sort Mode 2in1Sort Mode Note: “F3: Sort Mode” will be enabled when the Automatic Document Feeder and expansion memory are installed.
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User’s Choice Functions Ub: Image Density (for Printer Mode) Allows you to set the print density when outputting documents from a personal computer. Code Setting Default Darker (Level 3) Darker (Level 2) Darker (Level 1) Normal Lighter (Level 1) Lighter (Level 2) Lighter (Level 3) Note: A higher darker density level indicates a darker exposure;...
Selecting User’s Choice Settings Selecting User’s Choice Settings Press and hold the Exposure Control Key (Lighter) for three seconds to enter the User’s Choice Mode. “U1” will be displayed. The User’s Choice Codes will rotate as shown below when the 10 Key and 1 Key are pressed.
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Selecting User’s Choice Settings Display the desired User’s Choice Code using the 10 Key and the 1 Key. Press the Start Key to register the selected setting. Repeat steps 2–5 to change additional User’s Choice Functions if necessary. Press the Clear/Stop Key to return to the previous status mode.
Improving Image Quality Improving Image Quality Symptom Possible Cause Action The image is too light. A “lighter” exposure level for Adjust the Auto Exposure the Auto Exposure Mode has Level Priority of the User’s been specified. Choice Mode. Or, disable the Auto Exposure Mode and adjust settings manually through the Manual Exposure Mode.
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Improving Image Quality Symptom Possible Cause Action Unintended markings appear The Original Pad is dirty. Wipe the Original Pad clean along the edges of the copy. with a soft cloth. The selected paper size is Specify a paper size that is larger than the original appropriate to the original document (zoom ratio is set...
Correcting Functional Problems Correcting Functional Problems Symptom Possible Cause Action Nothing is displayed on the Does the green light in the The Sleep Function has Control Panel. Start Key turn on? been enabled. Press the Start Key to disable this mode.
Display Messages Display Messages Error Indicator Possible Cause Action Toner Empty T he to ner sup ply in sid e o f the im ag ing R ep lace the im ag ing cartrid ge usin g cartrid ge h as been dep leted . th e p ro ced ure p ro vid ed.
Display Messages Error Indicator Possible Cause Action A n in tern al erro r has o ccu rred. R eset the m achin e using the proced ure p ro vid ed . Cover Open T he U pper H alf of th e M achin e is M ake sure that the U p per H alf o f th e o pen.
Toner Empty Indicator Toner Empty Indicator The error indicator displayed here will appear when the toner supply inside of the imaging cartridge has been depleted. The machine will not be operable under these circumstances. Follow the procedure provided below to replace the imaging cartridge when this indicator is displayed.
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Toner Empty Indicator Holding it with both hands, shake it 4 or 5 times in the direction of the arrows to distribute the toner evenly. Install a new imaging cartridge. The imaging cartridge can easily be installed by aligning the front of the cartridge with the marker provided within the machine.
Paper Empty Indicator Paper Empty Indicator The indicator displayed here appears when the paper supply inside of the machine has been depleted. The machine will not be operable under these circumstances. Follow the procedure provided below to replenish the paper supply when this indicator is displayed.
Paper Empty Indicator Slide the Document Guide Plates up against the edges of the paper stack. Replace the Manual Bypass Tray. Note: The following indicator will appear in the display after replenishing the paper: The copy job is still saved in the machine’s memory.
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Paper Empty Indicator Load the paper stack into the Paper Drawer so that its front side faces down. Make sure that the paper stack rests under the two catches of the Paper Drawer. Note: The paper should be loaded no higher than the (Max.
Paper Misfeed Indicators Paper Misfeed Indicators If a paper misfeed occurs, the machine will stop operating, the letter “J” will flash alternately with a number or the “PC” indicator will flash. Clearing Paper Misfeed PC Paper Tray Remove the Manual Bypass Tray and remove the misfeed.
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Paper Misfeed Indicators Pull the Lock Release Lever to open and close the Upper Half of the Machine. Note: The following indicator will appear in the display after clearing the paper misfeed: The copy job is still saved in the machine’s memory.
Paper Misfeed Indicators Make sure that the paper is correctly loaded in the Paper Drawer. Gently slide the Paper Drawer back in. Pull the Lock Release Lever to open and close the Upper Half of the Machine. Clearing Paper Misfeed J2/J3 Note: Be careful not to touch the areas marked CAUTION: HOT, with bare hands.
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Paper Misfeed Indicators Open the Guide Plates. Remove the misfed sheet of paper. Remove a misfed sheet of paper jammed in the Transport Section by pulling it from the bottom of the Fusing Unit. 6 - 14 Service and Supplies...
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Paper Misfeed Indicators Re-install the imaging cartridge. Note: The imaging cartridge can easily be installed by aligning the front of the cartridge with the marker provided within the machine. Close the Upper Half of Machine. Note: The following indicator will appear in the display after clearing the paper misfeed: The copy job is still saved in the...
Paper Misfeed Indicators Clearing Paper Misfeed J8 Remove the original document from the Document Feed Tray. Open the Paper Misfeed Guide and gently remove the paper misfeed. Open the Automatic Document Feeder and gently remove the paper misfeed. Close the paper misfeed guide. 6 - 16 Service and Supplies...
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Paper Misfeed Indicators Place the original document that was removed in step 1 into the Automatic Document Feeder again. Note: The following indicator will appear in the display after clearing the paper misfeed. Load the number of pages that are displayed into the Automatic Document Feeder again to proceed with the copy job.
Trouble Indicator Trouble Indicator If an error occurs within the machine, a “CXXXX” trouble code appears in the display. Resetting the Machine Press the Power Switch to turn the machine off, then on again. Should a “CXXXX” trouble code continue to appear in the display after resetting the machine, please contact your technical representative.
Care and Maintenance Care and Maintenance Outer Covers Wipe the exterior surface of the machine clean with a soft cloth. Exposure Glass Open the Original Cover. Wipe the surface of the Original Glass clean with a soft cloth. Service and Supplies 6 - 19...
Care and Maintenance Control Panel Turn the main power switch OFF. Wipe the surface of the Control Panel clean with a soft cloth. Original Pad Open the Original Cover. Wipe the surface of the Original Pad clean with a soft cloth dampened with a mild home detergent.
Specifications Specifications Copier Item Description Platen Type Stationary Photo conductor Copying System Electrostatic Dry Powdered Image Transfer Developing System Fine Micro-Toning System Fusing System Lamp-Heater Roller Document Reader CCD Line Sensor Resolution 600 × 600dpi Memory 8MB (Standard) Original Documents Formats: Sheet, Book Maximum Paper Size: 8.5”...
Lanier Worldwide, Inc. Im Taubental 6 41468 Neuss 1 Germany The 5415 AG digital copiers are intended for use in areas with 120V, 60 Hz, AC line voltage. You should ensure you are connecting your equipment into the proper line voltage. Specifications...
Energy Star copiers have an ’OFF MODE’ feature that automatically turns the copier off after a period of inactivity, ensuring night and weekend shut-off. In addition to the above requirements, the 5415 copier have been successfully been tested with the following recycled paper: •...
Paper Sizes Paper Sizes Type Paper Size Size STATEMENT 5.5 x 8.5 inches 140 x 216mm LETTER 8.5 x 11 inches 216 x 279mm LEGAL 8.5 x 14 inches 216 x 356mm COMPUTER 10.125 x 14 inches 257 x 356mm LEDGER 11 x 17 inches 279 x 432mm...
Enlargement and Reduction Percentages Enlargement and Reduction Percentages Type Inch Version Metric Version Enlargement 400% 400% 200% 200% 155% 141% 129% 122% 121% 115% Full Size 100% 100% Reduction 7 - 6 Specifications...
Copier Terms % (percentage) The ratio of the original image size to the copied image size. If the copy image is larger than the original, the % number is larger. A copied image that is twice the size of the original is said to be 200%. If the copy image is smaller than the original, the % number is lower.
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Copy Paper See: paper Copy Quantity This display or part of a Touch Screen shows the requested number of copies. Copy Size Keys Keys used to input the desired size of the copy. Darker Copies This term refers to the amount of toner placed on the copy through the imaging process.
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Energy Star A voluntary program introduced by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) intended to encourage the use of energy- efficient technologies in the workplace. Requirements to qualify for certification vary based on the speed of a Copier. For specifics on your Copier, check the Specifications section of this Guide.
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Initial Settings Those settings displayed by a copier when it comes to the READY condition. These settings may be either the Factory Default settings, or Factory Default settings that have been modified permanently by either you or your Service Technician to better fit your application. Interrupt Key The Key used to interrupt a long copy job in process in order to run a single copy.
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Start Key This Key is used to start the copying process once all selections have been made. On a Lanier copier, it is always green in color. Toner The black powder that is used to form the image on copy paper. In a color copier, it would be colored.
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copier and require a service call to have the toner cleaned out and replaced with the correct toner. Toner Container A container designed to simplify the reloading of toner in your copier. Make sure the toner you add is correct for your copier before loading. See the NOTE above.
(90) days from the date of first installation by Lanier’s Authorized Dealer. Customers must notify a Lanier servicing dealer or Lanier of a warranty claim within the warranty period. For a listing of authorized Lanier servicing dealers or to notify Lanier of a warranty claim, write to Lanier Worldwide, Inc., 2300...
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