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Thank you for choosing Minolta.
This operator's manual explains how to operate the copier and replenish its
supplies. It also gives some troubleshooting tips as well as general precautions to
be observed when operating the copier.
To ensure the best performance and effective use of your copier, read this manual
carefully until you familiarize yourself thoroughly with its operation and features.
After you have read through the manual, keep it for ready reference.
Please use this manual as a quick and handy reference tool for immediately
CE Marking (Declaration of Conformity)
We declare under our sole responsibility that the copier and options to
which this declaration relates is in conformity with the specifications
below.
This declaration is valid for the area of the European Union (EU) only.
Product Type
Copying Machine
Product Name
EP1052
Option
MB-4
s
Standards
Safety
EMC
EC Directives
Safety
EMC
EP1052
:
EN 60 950 / 1992
(Safety of information technology equipment, including
electrical business e
quipment)
:
EN 55 022 (Class B) / 1995
(Limits and method for measurement of radio disturbance
characteristics of information technology equipment
(ITE))
EN 55 082-1 / 1992
(Electromagnetic compatibility - Generic immunity
standard Part1: Residential, commercial and light
industry)
EC 801-2 / 1991 (Electrostatic discharge requirement)
IEC 801-3 / 1984 and IEC 801-3 / 1992 (draft) (Radiated
electromagnetic field requirement)
IEC 801-4 / 1988 (Electrical fast transient / burst
requirement)
:
73 / 23 / EEC and 93 / 68 / EEC art. 13
:
89 / 336 / EEC and 93 / 68 / EEC art. 5
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  • Page 1 EP1052 Thank you for choosing Minolta. This operator’s manual explains how to operate the copier and replenish its supplies. It also gives some troubleshooting tips as well as general precautions to be observed when operating the copier. To ensure the best performance and effective use of your copier, read this manual carefully until you familiarize yourself thoroughly with its operation and features.
  • Page 2 Contents Chapters 1 through 3 give the basic information for making copies. Be sure to read these chapters before using your copier. Using this Manual Organization viii Page Organization ix Terms and Symbols for the Type of Originals and Copy Paper x Chapter 1 Safety Notes p.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 2 Getting to Know your Copier p. 7 1. System Overview p. 8 2. Copier Parts and Accessories Outside Copier p. 9 Inside Copier p. 10 Multi Bypass Tray p. 12 3. Control Panel Keys and Indicators Control Panel p. 14 Display p.
  • Page 4 Contents Chapter 3 Making Copies p. 23 1. Copying Overview p. 24 2. Copying Procedure Placing Originals p. 26 Checking the Copy Paper Size and Selecting the Paper Source p. 28 Zoom Ratio Types of Zoom Ratios p.30 Zoom Ratio Table (Original Size to Copy Paper Size) p.
  • Page 5 Contents Chapter 4 Auxiliary Functions p. 43 1. Checking the Total Number of Copies Mode p.44 2. Toner Replenisher Function (Increasing the Image Density) p. 46 3. Drum Dehumidifier Function p. 47 4. User’s Choice p. 48 Chapter 5 When an Indicator Lights Up p.
  • Page 6 Contents Chapter 6 Troubleshooting p. 81 1. When this Type of Copy is Produced p. 82 The image is too light The image is too dark The copy is blurry The copy has lines The copy has dark specks or spots The edge of the copy is dirty The image on the copy is not aligned properly 2.

  • Page 7: Chapter 2 Getting To Know Your Copier

    Contents Chapter 8 Miscellaneous p. 93 Chapter 1 Safety Notes 1. Care of the Copier Daily Checks P. 94 Cleaning p. 96 Chapter 2 2. Description of Copy Paper Size p. 100 Getting to Know your Copier 3. Zoom Ratio Table (Original Size to Copy Paper Chapter 3 Size) p.

  • Page 8: Chapter 1 Safety Notes

    viii Using This Manual Organization Chapters 1 through 3 give the basic information for making copies. Be sure to read these Chapters before using your copier. Chapter 1 Safety Notes About the operating environment, conditions and precautions for use. Chapter 2 First Things to Know your Copier A brief description of the system and preliminary information about the different parts of the system.
  • Page 9 Using This Manual Page Organization Each page of this manual is basically organized as follows. Index: To locate your Chapter quickly. Section title 1142O166CA Table of contents of the Chapter: To quickly locate your page in the chapter. p. XX (Cross-reference): Shows the page to refer to for more detailed information.

  • Page 10: Terms And Symbols For The Type Of Originals And Copy Paper

    Using This Manual Terms and Symbols for the Type of Originals and Copy Paper A few special terms and symbols are used in this manual to designate types of originals and copy paper. These two pages explain about these terms and symbols.
  • Page 11 Using This Manual "Width" and "Length" When we talk about the size of the original or copy, we call side A "width" and side B "length." A: Width B: Length 1139O1610A Terms and Symbols Used <Lengthwise > When the original or copy has a "length"...

  • Page 13: Installing The Copier

    Chapter 1 Safety Notes This Chapter explains about the operating environment, conditions, and precautions for use. 1. Installing the Copier p. 2 Installation Site Power Source Grounding Space Requirements 2. Precautions for Use p. 4 Operating Environment Using the Copier Properly Care of Copier Supplies Moving...

  • Page 14: Installing The Copier

    1. Installing the Copier Installation Site To ensure utmost safety and prevent possible malfunctions of the copier, install it in a location which meets the following requirements. A place away from a curtain or the like that may catch fire and burn easily. An area where there is no possibility of being splashed with water or other types of liquid.
  • Page 15 To ensure easy copier operation, supply replacement and service maintenance, adhere to the recommended space requirements detailed below. NOTE: Be sure to allow a clearance of 6 in. or more at the back of the copier as there is a ventilation duct. EP1052 1,063 1,250 1152O037AA...

  • Page 16: Precautions For Use

    2. Precautions for Use Operating Environment The operating environmental requirements of the copier are as follows. Temperature : 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F) with a fluctuation of 10°C (50°F) per hour Humidity : 15% to 85% with a fluctuation of 20% per hour Using the Copier Properly To ensure the optimum performance of the copier, follow the precautions listed below.
  • Page 17 2. Precautions for Use REMARQUE = Placer le copieur dans une pièce largement ventilée = Une quantité d’ozone négligable est dégagée pendant le fonctionnement du copieur quand celui-ci est utilisé normalement. Cependant, une odeur désagréable peut être ressentie dans les pièces dont l’aération est insuffisante et lorsque une utilisation prolongée du copieur est effectuée.
  • Page 18 2. Precautions for Use...
  • Page 19 Chapter 2 Getting to Know your Copier This Chapter gives you a brief description of the system and preliminary information about the different parts of the system. 1. System Overview p. 8 2. Copier Parts and Accessories Outside Copier p. 9 Inside Copier p.

  • Page 20: System Overview

    1. System Overview The EP1052 system can be configured with the following components. Multi Bypass Tray MB-4 <Option> Holds up to 50 sheets of standard paper which is not loaded in any of the Drawers, allowing to make copies on them.

  • Page 21: Copier Parts And Accessories

    2. Copier Parts and Accessories Outside Copier 1142O011AA Control Panel : Use to start a copy cycle or to make copying-job settings. p. 14 Original Cover : Holds the original placed on the Original Glass in position. To place an original, raise the Cover and place it in position on the Original Glass.

  • Page 22: Inside Copier

    2. Copier Parts and Accessories Inside Copier 1142O012AA Original : Place the original along these Scales for correct Width/Length Scale positioning. p. 26 Original Pad : Holds the original in position on the Original Glass. Original Glass : Place the original face down on this Glass. p.

  • Page 23: Fusing Unit

    2. Copier Parts and Accessories 1142O013AA Upper Half of : The copier main body can be divided into two Copier parts, the upper and lower. The Upper Half can be swung upward. p. 68 Imaging Unit : Converts the original image to the copy image. 10 Imaging Unit Lock : Operate when replacing the Imaging Unit.

  • Page 24: Multi Bypass Tray

    2. Copier Parts and Accessories Multi Bypass Tray MB-4 1139O1090A Paper Guide Plate : Slide as necessary to the size of the copy paper. p. 41 Multi Bypass Tray : Load your paper on this Tray. It allows you to make copies continuously on paper fed from this Tray.
  • Page 25 2. Copier Parts and Accessories...

  • Page 26: Control Panel Keys And Indicators

    3. Control Panel Keys and Indicators Control Panel Meter Count Toner FLS. Paper 50%~200% Drum Dehumidify Inch Auto 141% Photo Book 115% 100% Full Size @ @ @ Lighter Darker Auto/Photo 100% Clip Tray: Use this tray to put the paper clips used with the documents. Drum Dehumidify Key: Press to remove condensation formed on the surface of the PC Drum.
  • Page 27 3. Control Panel Keys and Indicators FLS. Paper 50%~200% Inch Auto 141% Photo 115% 100% @ @ @ Full Size Lighter Darker Auto/Photo 100% 1158O001DA Stop Key: p. 39 Press to stop a multi-copy cycle. Start Key: Press to start a copy cycle. p.

  • Page 28: Display

    3. Control Panel Keys and Indicators Display Meter Count Toner FLS. Paper 50%~200% Drum Dehumidify Inch Auto 141% Photo Book 115% 100% @ @ @ Full Size Lighter Darker Auto/Photo 100% 1158O022DA Monitor Display Paper Source Indicator Shows the paper source which is currently selected for use.
  • Page 29 3. Control Panel Keys and Indicators Call-Tech.-Rep. Indicator Indicates that the copier has developed a malfunction. When a malfunction occurs, the corresponding malfunction code is shown across the Zoom Ratio Indicator and Multi-Copy Display. p. 71 1158O006AA Add Toner Indicator Indicates that the Toner Bottle is running out of toner.
  • Page 30 3. Control Panel Keys and Indicators Zoom Ratio Indicator / : Each shows the following data. Multi-Copy Display Zoom Ratio Multi-Copy Indicator Display Example Zoom ratio: 100% No. of copies: 1 Count of the Total Counter Example: 93,930 (copies) User’s Choice code and setting value Example: Choice code: 14, Setting: 1 Malfunction code Example: Malfunction code C0F30...

  • Page 31: Turning On And Off, And Resetting The Copier

    4. Turning ON and OFF, and Resetting the Copier Turning ON and OFF Turning Copier ON :Press the Power Switch to the " " position. Turning Copier OFF :Press the Power Switch to the " " position. 1142O026AA NOTE The Auto Shut OFF function will automatically shut down the copier a given period of time after the last activity.

  • Page 32: Minimizing The Warm-Up Time

    4. Turning ON and OFF, and Resetting the Copier Minimizing the Warm-up Time Instead of turning the copier OFF, it’s a good idea to use the Energy Saver Mode. This mode will minimize the time for the copier to complete the warm-up cycle to about 20 sec.

  • Page 33: Initial Mode And Panel Resetting

    4. Turning ON and OFF, and Resetting the Copier Initial Mode and Panel Resetting Initial Mode When the Power Switch is turned ON, the initial settings are indicated on the control panel. The initial settings serve as the reference for all control panel settings to be later made.

  • Page 34: Auto Reset Function

    4. Turning ON and OFF, and Resetting the Copier Panel Resetting The Panel Reset Key resets all control panel settings to default settings including the number of copies to be made and zoom ratio. Panel Reset 1139O4782A Useful Tip The Panel Reset Key enables you to cancel all previous settings efficiently. To avoid miscopy, try to press the Panel Reset Key before attempting to make any setting for your own job.
  • Page 35 Chapter 3 Making Copies This Chapter shows you how to make copies. The Copying Overview is on p. 26. These pages offer quick, at-a-glance instructions for making copies. Each step is keyed to a page number with more detailed information. 1.

  • Page 36: Copying Overview

    1. Copying Overview Place the original in position (step 1), set the number of copies to be made (step 7), and press the Start Key (step 8). This will allow you to make a full-size copy or copies on paper of the same size as the original. The control panel selection ( ) you make will change the magnification ratio and the image density.
  • Page 37 1. Copying Overview 4. Setting the Image Densitry To change the Set the image density in Select the Auto Exposure Level the Manual Exposure Exposure Mode Mode. p. 35 or Photo Mode. p. 35 Auto Auto Photo Photo Lighter Darker Lighter Darker Auto/Photo...

  • Page 38: Zoom Ratio

    2. Copying Procedure Zoom Ratio Meter Count Toner FLS. Paper 50%~200% Drum Dehumidify Inch Auto 141% Photo Book 115% 100% Full Size @ @ @ Lighter Darker Auto/Photo 100% 1158O023DA The zoom ratio can be set manually by the operator . Select the appropriate mode according to your needs.
  • Page 39 2. Copying Procedure Selecting the Fixed Zoom Ratios Press the Reduction, Full Size, or Enlargement Key to select a fixed zoom ratio of your choice. 100% 1142O105CA <Reduction> 141% A4 A3 Each time the Reduction Key is 115% B4 A3 100% Full Size pressed, it selects a new reduction...
  • Page 40 2. Copying Procedure Setting a Zoom Ratio Hold down the Zoom Down Key until the desired zoom ratio is reached. Zoom Down Key makes the 50%~200% ratio smaller Zoom Up Key makes the ratio 1139O3640A 1139O3640A greater Zoom range: 50% to 200% Useful Tip To save time, first select the fixed ratio nearest to the target zoom ratio before using the Zoom Up or Down Key.

  • Page 41: Zoom Ratio Table (Original Size To Copy Paper Size)

    2. Copying Procedure Zoom Ratio Table (Original Size to Copy Paper Size) Metric Size Inch Size Copy Copy Original Size Zoom Ratio Original Size Zoom Ratio Paper Size Paper Size 11" 17" 11" 14" Legal 420 mm 279.4 431.8 mm Foolscap 11-3/4"...

  • Page 42: Image Density

    2. Copying Procedure Image Density Meter Count Toner FLS. Paper 50%~200% Drum Dehumidify Inch Auto 141% Photo Book 115% 100% @ @ @ Full Size Lighter Darker Auto/Photo 100% 1158O023DA The image density level of copies can be adjusted either in the Auto Exposure Mode, Manual Exposure Mode or Photo Mode.
  • Page 43 2. Copying Procedure Selecting the Exposure Mode Auto Exposure Mode Press the Auto Exposure Mode Key Auto as necessary to light up the Auto Photo Exposure Indicator Auto . Lighter Darker Each time the Auto Exposure Mode Auto/Photo is pressed, the Auto Exposure Mode, Manual Exposure Mode and Photo Mode are selected alternately.

  • Page 44: Book Copying

    2. Copying Procedure Book Copying Original Copy Book 1139O1990A Select Book Copying when you want to make a 1-sided copy of each page of an open book. 1158O016CA Selecting the Book Copying Mode Position the higher-numbered page on the Original Width Scale end.
  • Page 45 2. Copying Procedure NOTE If paper other than A4 crosswise paper is loaded into the Drawer when the Book Copying Mode is selected, the Drawer Indicator and the corresponding Paper Size Paper Indicator blink on the Control Panel. 1158O026DA In such a case, load paper of the 1158O026DA same size and in the same direction of each page of a book into the...

  • Page 46: Number Of Copies

    2. Copying Procedure Number of Copies Meter Count Toner FLS. Paper 50%~200% Drum Dehumidify Inch Auto 141% Photo Book 115% 100% @ @ @ Full Size Lighter Darker Auto/Photo 100% 1158O027DA Setting the Number of Copies Using the Key Pad, enter the number of copies to be made.

  • Page 47: Starting The Copy Cycle

    2. Copying Procedure Starting the Copy Cycle Meter Count Toner FLS. Paper 50%~200% Drum Dehumidify Inch Auto 141% Photo Book 115% 100% @ @ @ Full Size Lighter Darker Auto/Photo 100% 1158O027DA Starting the Copy Cycle Check the control panel to make sure that you have set up your copy job correctly.

  • Page 48: Manual Bypass Copying

    2. Copying Procedure Manual Bypass Copying Use the Manual Bypass to make copies on paper not loaded in the Drawer, or to copy onto transparencies, translucent paper, or any other special paper. If the copier is equipped with a Multi Bypass Tray (option), you can load more than one sheet of paper for a continuous run.
  • Page 49 2. Copying Procedure Using the Multi Bypass Tray (Option) Place the original on the Original Glass and make the control panel settings. Swing down the Multi Bypass Tray and slide the Paper Guide Plate to the size of the copy paper.
  • Page 50 2. Copying Procedure...

  • Page 51: Chapter 4 Auxiliary Functions

    Chapter 4 Auxiliary Functions This Chapter explains about the Auxiliary functions that can be used for specific purposes. 1. Checking the Total Number of Copies Mode p. 44 2. Toner Replenisher Function (Increasing the Image Density) p. 46 3. Drum Dehumidifier Function p. 47 4.

  • Page 52: Checking The Total Number Of Copies Mode

    1. Checking the Total Number of Copies Mode This function allows you to check the total count of the two counters of the copier. Meter Count Toner Drum Dehumidify 1142O152CA 1142O152CA Types of Counters Total Counter Shows the total number of copies made since the installation of the copier.
  • Page 53 1. Checking the Total Number of Copies Mode Using the Meter Count Function Press the Meter Count Key once. The count of the Total Counter is Meter Count shown across the Zoom Ratio Toner Indicator and Multi-Copy Display. Drum Dehumidify 1142O116CA 1142O116CA Press the Meter Count Key again.

  • Page 54: Toner Replenisher Function (Increasing The Image Density)

    2. Toner Replenisher Function (Increasing the Image Density) The copier tends to exhaust the supply of toner rapidly when making a number of Meter Count copies from an original with dark solid areas. As a result, the image density of the copy Toner will become lighter.

  • Page 55: Drum Dehumidifier Function

    3. Drum Dehumidifier Function During high humidity periods or when there are sudden rapid changes in humidity Meter Count (especially when you are using a heater in winter), condensation could form on the Toner surface of the PC Drum , resulting in blotchy copies.

  • Page 56: User's Choice

    4. User’s Choice The copier has been set so that the most frequently used settings are automatically selected in the initial mode. 50%~200% The User’s Choice allows you to select the default settings which 141% 115% are automatically selected in the 100% @ @ @ Full Size...
  • Page 57 4. User’s Choice U-13 Default auto exposure level Determines the default exposure level in the Auto Exposure Mode. Initial Setting Value Description Setting Low, level 4 Low, level 3 Low, level 2 Low, level 1 Standard High, level 1 High, level 2 When the exposure level is "Low,"...
  • Page 58 4. User’s Choice U-14 Default exposure mode/level Determines the default exposure mode, either Auto or Manual, selected when the control panel settings are reset. If Auto is selected, this function also allows you to specify the default exposure level (EXP) in the Manual Exposure Mode, after the Auto Exposure Mode has been canceled.
  • Page 59 4. User’s Choice Manual Exposure Mode as Default Setting Value Description Initial Setting Manual Exposure Mode / EXP1 Manual Exposure Mode / EXP2 Manual Exposure Mode / EXP3 Manual Exposure Mode / EXP4 Manual Exposure Mode / EXP5 Manual Exposure Mode / EXP6 Manual Exposure Mode / EXP7 Manual Exposure Mode / EXP8 Manual Exposure Mode / EXP9...
  • Page 60 4. User’s Choice U-20 Auto Panel Reset ON/OFF Selects whether to activate the Auto Panel Reset function 60 seconds after a copy cycle has been completed or a control panel key has been pressed. If "0" is selected: The control panel settings remain valid even after 60 seconds. If "1"...
  • Page 61 4. User’s Choice U-21 Energy Saver ON Timing Select whether or not to set the copier into the Energy Saver mode after the lapse of a given period of time after a copy cycle has been completed or a key on the control panel has been operated.
  • Page 62 4. User’s Choice U-28 Auto Shut OFF Timing Select whether or not to enable the Auto Shut OFF Function that turns power off automatically after the lapse of a given period of time after a copy cycle has been completed or a key on the control panel has been operated. * In the initial setting, the Auto Shut OFF Function is activated 30 min.
  • Page 63 4. User’s Choice...
  • Page 64 4. User’s Choice Making the User’s Choice Mode Settings Keep pressing the Panel Reset Key for about 3 seconds. Panel Reset appears on the Zoom Ratio Indicator, and the indicator on the Multi-Copy Display goes out. 1139O4782A 1139O4782A Multi-Copy Display Zoom Ratio Indicator 1139O3850A 1139O3860A...
  • Page 65 4. User’s Choice Press the Start Key. This causes the current setting of that particular choice code to be shown on the Multi-Copy Display. 1139O2360A Multi-Copy Display Zoom Ratio Indicator 1139O3880A 1158O029DA 1139O3880A Press the Clear Key. This clears the current setting. 1142O169AA 1142O169AA Zoom Ratio Indicator...
  • Page 66 4. User’s Choice Press the appropriate Key Pad to enter the new setting. See pages 49-54 for the Choice Code. The Multi-Copy Display shows the new setting. 1142O171AA 1142O171AA Zoom Ratio Indicator Multi-Copy Display 1158O029DA 1139O3890A 1139O3890A Press the Start Key. This enters the new setting.

  • Page 67: Chapter 5 When An Indicator Lights Up

    Chapter 5 When an Indicator Lights Up (Replenishing Supplies, Clearing Misfeeds, and Correcting a Closure Failure) This Chapter explains about the details of the various warning indications given on the control panel, including those that entail inhibition of the initiation of a copy cycle. It also shows action to be taken for each case.

  • Page 68: Quick Reference For Indicator Lights

    1. Quick Reference for Indicator Lights Meter Count Toner FLS. Paper 50%~200% Drum Dehumidify Inch Auto 141% Photo Book 115% 100% Full Size @ @ @ Lighter Darker Auto/Photo 100% 1158O022DA When the copier encounters any of the following conditions, a corresponding warning indicator lights up.
  • Page 69 1. Quick Reference for Indicator Lights Indicator Copier State Action Call-Tech.-Rep. The copier has developed a If the Call-Tech.-Rep. Indicator Indicator technical malfunction. remains lit even after you have reset it, call your Technical Representative. p. 71 1139O3940A...

  • Page 70: Detailed Instructions For Indicator Lights

    2. Detailed Instructions for Indicator Lights Add Toner Indicator The Add Toner Indicator lights up when toner in the Toner Bottle is running out. Once the Indicator lights up, replace the Toner Bottle with a new one as soon as possible by following the procedure given below.
  • Page 71 2. Detailed Instructions for Indicator Lights With the Seal on the Toner Bottle facing up, slowly peel off the Seal as illustrated. NOTE Be careful, some toner may puff out from the bottle. 1139O1390A Ensuring that the arrow ( on the Toner Bottle is facing toward you, insert the Bottle into position.

  • Page 72: Add Paper Indicator

    2. Detailed Instructions for Indicator Lights Add Paper Indicator When the Drawer or the Multi Bypass Tray has run out of paper, the Add Paper Indicator lights up. At this time, you cannot start a new copy cycle. Paper Use the following procedure to load paper into the Drawer or the Multi Bypass Tray.
  • Page 73 2. Detailed Instructions for Indicator Lights Load the paper stack into the Drawer so that its front side faces down. Make sure that the paper stack rests under the two catches of the Drawer. NOTE 1139O0410A The paper should be loaded no higher than the (Max.
  • Page 74 2. Detailed Instructions for Indicator Lights Adding Paper (Multi Bypass Tray) The indications on the left show that the Multi Bypass Tray has run out of paper. Paper 1158O021CA 1158O021CA Unwrap the package of the copy Front Side paper and fan the paper stack thoroughly.

  • Page 75: Closure Failure Indicator

    2. Detailed Instructions for Indicator Lights Closure Failure Indicator The Closure Failure Indicator lights up if a copier door is left open. The Monitor Display shows the location of the closure failure. At this time, you can no longer start a new copy cycle. Correct the closure failure by following the procedure given below.

  • Page 76: Misfeed Indicator

    2. Detailed Instructions for Indicator Lights Misfeed Indicator If a paper misfeed occurs during a copy cycle, that copy cycle stops. The Misfeed Indicator lights up and you cannot start a new copy cycle. Clear the misfed sheet of paper according to the procedure given below.
  • Page 77 2. Detailed Instructions for Indicator Lights Holding up the Fusing Unit, pull out the sheet of paper . CAUTION: HOT The Fusing Unit and its surrounding areas may be extremely hot. DO NOT touch any part except the Fusing Uinit Handle (yellow). 1142O073AA Remove any sheet of paper from the Transport Section.
  • Page 78 2. Detailed Instructions for Indicator Lights Gently swing down and lock the Upper Half of the copier. Then, close the Front Door. 1142O076AA Slide out the Drawer and unload the paper from the Drawer. Next, push down the Paper Lifting Plate until it is locked into position.

  • Page 79: Call-Tech.-Rep. Indicator

    2. Detailed Instructions for Indicator Lights Call-Tech.-Rep. Indicator Meter Count Toner FLS. Paper 50%~200% Drum Dehumidify Inch Auto 141% Photo Book 115% 100% Full Size @ @ @ Lighter Darker Auto/Photo 100% 1158O030DA When a malfunction occurs in the copier, the Call-Tech.-Rep. Indicator lights up and the corresponding malfunction code appears across the Zoom Ratio Indicator and Multi-Copy Display.

  • Page 80: Service Life Indicator

    2. Detailed Instructions for Indicator Lights I.U. Service Life Indicator When time is about to come when the Imaging Unit needs replacement, the I.U. Service Life Indicator starts blinking to prompt you to replace it with a new one. Replace the Imaging Unit by following the procedure given below.
  • Page 81 2. Detailed Instructions for Indicator Lights Precautions for Handling Do not leave the I. U. in a bright place. 1139O6032A Do not store the I. U. in a hot place of 40°C (104°F) or more. 1139O6042A Do not store the I. U. in a humid place or subject to water splash.
  • Page 82 2. Detailed Instructions for Indicator Lights Removing the I. U. from copier Open the Front Door. Turn the Lock Release Lever counterclockwise to swing up the Upper Half of the copier. 1142O071AA <If the copier is equipped with an Automatic Document Feeder> Unlock and swing up the Upper Half of the copier.
  • Page 83 2. Detailed Instructions for Indicator Lights Unpacking the I. U. Peel off the piece of tape and Starter Bottle open the Carton Box. Take the Starter Bottle out from the Carton Box. Take the I. U. with its bag out of the Carton Box.
  • Page 84 2. Detailed Instructions for Indicator Lights Carefully pull the polyester tape from the I. U.. 4445U011AA Remove the Cap from the I. U. and re-fit it to the used I. U. as shown in the illustration. 4445U004AA Align the I. U. with the Rails in the copier.
  • Page 85 2. Detailed Instructions for Indicator Lights Be sure to push the I. U. into the locked position until a click is heard. Then, check to see the position of Lock Release Lever, as shown in the illustration. NOTE 4445U005AA An improperly installed I. U. could be a cause of copier malfunction.
  • Page 86 2. Detailed Instructions for Indicator Lights Charging the Copier with Starter and Toner Swing out the Bottle Holder. 4445U006AA Hold the Starter Bottle so that its tab is on the upper side, shake it well. 1139O1410A Peel off the tape from the Starter Bottle.
  • Page 87 2. Detailed Instructions for Indicator Lights Close the Front Door. Plug the Power Cord into the Wall Outlet. Turn ON the Power Switch. This will cause the wait indicator 1139O6012A to be shown on the control panel. The copier automatically start the charging cycle for approximately 5 minutes.
  • Page 88 2. Detailed Instructions for Indicator Lights Swing down the Front Door, swing out the Bottle Holder and remove the Starter Bottle. 4445U009AA Hold the Toner Bottle so that its tab is on the upper side, shake it well and peel off the tape. Once the tape has been removed, 4445U010AA hold the Bottle so that its Toner...

  • Page 89: Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

    Chapter 6 Troubleshooting This Chapter gives you instructions on how to troubleshoot copier malfunctions. 1. When this Type of Copy is Produced p. 82 The image is too light The image is too dark The copy is blurry The copy has lines The copy has dark specks or spots The edge of the copy is dirty The image on the copy is not aligned properly...

  • Page 90: When This Type Of Copy Is Produced

    1. When this Type of Copy is Produced Symptom Possible Cause The image is too light. The exposure level for the Auto Exposure Mode is set at one of the "Light" levels. The manual exposure level is set on the lighter side.
  • Page 91 1. When this Type of Copy is Produced Action Change the setting of the User’s Choice Mode U-13 (Default Auto Exposure Level). p. 49 Cancel the Auto Exposure Mode and select the Manual Exposure Mode to adjust the exposure level and obtain a darker image. p.

  • Page 92: The Copy Has Lines

    1. When this Type of Copy is Produced Symptom Possible Cause The copy has lines. The Corona Units are dirty. 1139O1670A The copy has dark specks or spots. The Original Glass is dirty. The Original Pad is dirty. The original is very thin or highly transparent.
  • Page 93 1. When this Type of Copy is Produced Action Using the Corona Unit Cleaning Levers, clean the Corona Units. p. 98 Wipe the Original Glass clean with a soft dry cloth. p. 96 Wipe the Original Pad clean with a soft cloth dampened with mild home detergent. p.

  • Page 94: The Copier Is Not Functioning As Designed

    2. The Copier is not functioning as designed Symptom Check for: None of the Control Panel Is the Start Key lit up green? Indicators light up. The copier is in the Auto Shut OFF Mode. Pressing the Start Key does Is the Start Key blinking Orange? not start the copy cycle.
  • Page 95 2. The Copier is not Functioning as Designed Action The copier is in the Energy Saver Mode. Press any Key on the Control Panel to cancel the Energy Saver Mode. p. 20 Turn the Power Switch ON. The copier is now warming up. Please wait. p.
  • Page 96 2. The Copier is not Functioning as Designed...

  • Page 97: Chapter 7 Specifications

    Chapter 7 Specifications This Chapter gives complete specifications of the copier system and options. 1. Copier p. 90 2. Multi Bypass Tray p. 92...

  • Page 98: Copier

    1. Copier Name Copier EP1052 Type Desk Top Copier Platen Type Stationary Photoconductor Copying System Electrostatic Dry Powdered Image Transfer to Plain Paper Developing System Micro-Toning System Fusing System Lamp-Heated Roller Types of Original Sheets, Books, and other three-dimensional objects Maximum Original Size: A3 Lengthwise Maximum Original Weight: 3kg.
  • Page 99 1. Copier Zoom Ratios Fixed ratios Full size: 1:1 0.5% Reduction Ratios: 50%, 70%, 81% Enlargement Ratios: 115%, 141%, 200% Zoom ratios: From 50% to 200% in 1% increments Multiple Copy Up to 99 copies (Count-Down system) Exposure Control Auto, Manual and Photo Mode Power Requirements AC 115V, 120V, 127V, 220V-240V, 50/60Hz...
  • Page 100 2. Multi Bypass Tray Name Multi Bypass Tray MB-4 Type Universal Multi-Sheet Bypass Unit Installation Attached to copier Registration Front edge Capacity of Table Plain Paper (white): 50 sheets (80g/m ) or less Plain Paper (once-copied paper): 20 sheets or less Recycled Paper, Special Paper: 20 sheets or less Kinds of Paper Plain paper, Recycled paper: weighing 60g/m...

  • Page 101: Chapter 8 Miscellaneous

    Chapter 8 Miscellaneous This Chapter explains about care of the copier and the various possible combinations of functions. 1. Care of the Copier Daily Checks p. 94 Cleaning p. 96 2. Description of Copy Paper Size p. 100 3. Zoom Ratio Table (Original Size to Copy Paper Size) p. 101 4.

  • Page 102: Care Of The Copier

    1. Care of the Copier To keep your copier in good shape at all times, make the following daily checks and cleaning. Daily Checks Power Cord, Communications Cable, Ground Cable Item Action Is the copier placed on its power cord or It could result in the copier or other other Cables? electrical equipment malfunctioning.

  • Page 103: Cleaning P

    1. Care of the Copier Original Cover, Automatic Document Feeder Item Action Is the Original Pad dirty? Clean the Pad using the procedure given in "Cleaning." p. 96 Is the Original Pad scratched? Call your Technical Representative. Copy Paper Item Action Is the paper damp and wavy? Replace the paper.

  • Page 104: Cleaning

    1. Care of the Copier Cleaning Housing Wipe the surface of the Housing clean with a soft cloth dampened with mild home detergent. 1142O082AA Original Pad Raise the Original Cover. Wipe the surface of the Original Pad clean with a soft cloth dampened with mild home detergent.
  • Page 105 1. Care of the Copier Control Panel Turn the Power Switch OFF. Wipe the surface of the control panel clean with a soft, dry cloth. NOTE 1142O084AA NEVER use a glass cleaner or any other detergent to avoid damage to the control panel keys. Front Door Swing down the Front Door.
  • Page 106 1. Care of the Copier Corona Units Open the Front Door. Gently slide out the Corona Unit Cleaning Lever (Upper) as far as it will go. 1139O1870A Gently slide the Cleaning Lever back into the original position. 1139O1880A Gently slide out the Corona Unit Cleaning Lever (Lower) as far as it will go.
  • Page 107 1. Care of the Copier...

  • Page 108: Description Of Copy Paper Size

    2. Description of Copy Paper Size Name Size (Metric) Size (Inch) 297 mm 420 mm 11-3/4" 16-1/2" 257 mm 364 mm 10" 14-1/4" 210 mm 297 mm 8-1/4" 11-3/4" 182 mm 257 mm 7-1/4" 10" 148 mm 210 mm 5-3/4" 8-1/4"...

  • Page 109: Zoom Ratio Table (Original Size To Copy Paper Size)

    3. Zoom Ratio Table (Original Size to Copy Paper Size) Metric Areas Inch Areas Copy Paper Copy Paper Original Size Zoom Ratio Original Size Zoom Ratio Size Size 11" 14" 17" 420 mm Legal 11-3/4" 279.4 Foolscap 16-1/2" 431.8 mm Letter Invoice 11"...

  • Page 110: Index

    4. Index Add Paper p. 64 Add Toner p. 62 Auto Panel Reset ON/OFF p. 52 Auto Exposure Mode pp. 34, 35 Auto Reset Function p. 22 Auto Shut OFF Timing p. 54 Book Copying p. 36 Call-Tech.-Rep. Indicator p. 71 Cleaning p.
  • Page 111 4. Index Initial Mode p. 21 I. U. Service Life Indicator pp. 17, 72 Manual Bypass Copying p. 40 Manual Exposure Mode pp. 34, 35 Misfeed p. 68 Multi Bypass Copying p. 41 Number of Copies p. 38 Original Placement p. 26 Paper, Add p.
  • Page 112 4. Index User’s Choice p. 48 Zoom Ratios p. 30 Zoom Ratio Table (Original Size to Copy Paper Size) pp. 33, 101...

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