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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

RICOH COMPANY, LTD.

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    FW830 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS RICOH COMPANY, LTD.
  • Page 2 For good copy quality, Ricoh recommends that you use genuine Ricoh toner. Ricoh shall not be responsible for any damage or expense that may result from the use of parts other than genuine Ricoh parts in your Ricoh office product.
  • Page 3 HOW TO USE THIS BOOKLET This manual contains detailed instructions on the operation and maintenance of this copier. Please keep this manual in a handy place near the machine. If you want to make a copy using the manual feed tray turn to page 3. If you want to use the sheet feeder, turn to page 14.

  • Page 4: Starting The Copier

    COPYING 1. Starting the Copier About seven minutes are required from power on until the copier warms up and copying is possible. Switch the copier on in the morning and off when the work day is finished. 1–1. Switching on the copier 1.

  • Page 5: Standby Mode

    1–2. Switching off the copier 1. If copying is under way, wait until it Clear/Stop finishes or press the Clear/Stop key to cancel copying. Turning off the copier during copying may cause a paper misfeed or machine failure. 2. Turn off the main switch. Leave the copier plugged in if you use it often.

  • Page 6: Copying With Manual Feed

    2. Copying with Manual Feed Manual feed refers to making copies by placing copy paper on the manual feed table. The method explained here does not use the sheet or roll feeders (optional equipment). Avoid using inappropriate paper (see page 51). 1.
  • Page 7 4. Check that the Insert Original indi- cator is lit. 5. Adjust the original guide to match the size and direction of the original. 6. Insert the original face up and straight along the original guide. The copier automatically feeds the original in.
  • Page 8 8. Adjust the copy paper guide to the desired paper size and direction (lengthwise or sideways). 9. Insert the copy paper. When the original and the copy paper are set, copying starts automatically. To cancel copying, press the Clear/Stop Clear/Stop key once. (You may also cancel copying by pressing the Stop key on the indica- tor panel.

  • Page 9: Adjusting Copy Density

    3. Adjusting Copy Density The Auto Image Density function automatically adjusts the density of the copy to keep dark backgrounds from appearing. This function is active when you turn on the machine, or when you press the Stand-by/Clear Modes key or Auto Image Density key.
  • Page 10 4. Changing Copy Exit You can change the copy exit direction to match the paper size. Use the lower copy exit for larger copy paper. This will prevent paper from hindering copying or from becoming crumpled. Press the Copy Exit key on the opera- tion panel.
  • Page 11 2. Press the +/– keys to set the lead- ing edge margin. 3. Press the Set Edge key. Trailing Edge Edge Erase Paper S Set Edge 4. If using the roll feeder’s synchro-cut, press the +/– and Set Edge keys to set the trailing edge margin.

  • Page 12: Canceling Copying

    6. Clearing the Modes If you want to clear all the modes you have manually selected, use the Stand- by/Clear Modes key. Pressing the Stand-by/Clear Modes key cancels the copy density, number of copies, leading edge, and trailing edge margin settings. If the machine is idle for two minutes, modes are cleared automatically.
  • Page 13 2. To reselect the number of copies, press the Clear/Stop key again. Clear/Stop The Copy Counter indicator will display 1. - If the original misfeeds - To stop the machine without com- pleting the copy cycle, press the Stop key on the indication panel. The original and the copy paper will stop inside the machine and the Original Misfeed indicator and Mis-...

  • Page 14: Using The Rear Table

    9. Using The Rear Table Use the rear table to copy originals that can’t or shouldn’t be bent, such as cardboard or paper between 0.0075 and 0.04 inch thick (0.19 and 1.00 mm). The synchro cut and repeat copy functions can’t be used with the rear table. Follow the procedure outlined for manual feed, page 3, with these differences: 1.

  • Page 15: Repeat Copying

    4. After copying, lower the lever, and reset the original exit supports. 10. Repeat Copying You can make up to 10 copies of the same original without having to reset it on the feed table. (For 25" x 45" and 23" x 35" lengthwise paper [A0 and A1], 5 copies is the maximum.) Enter the number of copies using the +/–...
  • Page 16 2. Reverse the original exit supports. 3. After copying, lower the lever, and reset the original exit supports.

  • Page 17: Optional Functions

    OPTIONAL FUNCTIONS 1. Copying with the Sheet Feeder If you want to copy by using the sheet feeder, check that copy paper is set inside the paper tray. If there is no paper on the paper tray (the Add Paper indicator is lit) or if you want to change the paper size, load the desired size paper.
  • Page 18 4. Adjust the original guide on the original table to match the size and direction (lengthwise or sideways) of the copy paper set on the paper tray. 5. Insert the original face up along the original guide when the Insert Original indicator is lit.

  • Page 19: Synchro Cutting

    2. Copying with the Roll Feeder There are two roll feeder copy functions: synchro cutting and preset cutting. You can also use the roll feeder to cut paper without copying. 2–1. Synchro cutting The roll feeder feeds paper to the copier and automatically cuts it to match the length of the original.

  • Page 20: Preset Cutting

    2–2. Preset cutting The roll feeder cuts the paper to a specified length and feeds the paper to the copier. There are five settings, based on the A size series. Preset length Roll width Paper size 48" 36" E lengthwise 48"...
  • Page 21 3. Set other modes, insert the original, and copying will begin automatically. 2–3. Roll Cutter Function Using the roll feeder, you can cut a length of paper between 11 inches and 12 feet (280 and 3600 mm) without copying. 18" 1.
  • Page 22 3. With the +/– keys, enter the first and second digits of the paper length. The first and second digits represent hundreds and tens of inches. 4. Press the Set Edge key. Edge Erase Set Edge 5. With the +/– keys, enter the third and fourth digits of the paper length.
  • Page 23 7. Press and hold the Copy Exit key for at least three seconds. Copy Exit Ready Wait 8. The paper will be fed out by the roll feeder.

  • Page 24: Replenishing Supplies

    REPLENISHING SUPPLIES 1. Setting Copy Paper on the Paper Tray of the Sheet Feeder The Add Paper indicator lights when there is no copy paper inside the paper tray on the sheet feeder. Set copy paper on the paper tray. For best perform- ance, use only recommended paper.
  • Page 25 3. While pressing the paper set plate tabs on both sides, release the lock. 4. Lift the paper set plate until it locks in position. 5. Set the trailing edge of the paper stack against the rear stopper. 6. Insert the leading edge of the paper stack into the copy paper turn guide unit.
  • Page 26 7. While holding the paper set plate tabs on both sides, push down the paper set plate until it locks in posi- tion. 8. Close the paper tray. When you have finished, the Add Pa- per indicator turns off and the Ready indicator lights.
  • Page 27 2. Open the roll feeder cover. 3. Pull the release handle to release the lock and open the paper feed roller cover. 4. Remove the paper spool. 5. While holding the paper release lever on the left end of the paper spool, remove the roll paper core from the paper spool.
  • Page 28 6. While holding the paper release lever on the left end of the paper spool, install a roll of paper. 7. Set the paper spool. 8. Place the leading edge of the roll paper on the paper guide plate. Make sure that the leading edge is po- sitioned straight by aligning it with the size indication lines on the guide plate.
  • Page 29 10. Close the roll paper cover. 11. Pull the roll paper release lever once and lower the roll feeder until it locks in position. When the roll feeder, paper cover, and paper feed roller cover are all properly set, the Load Roll Paper indicator and the Cover Open indicator turn off and the Ready indicator lights.

  • Page 30: Adding Toner

    3. Adding Toner The Add Toner indicator blinks when toner is running short. It is continuously lit when toner has run out. About 16 feet (5 m) of paper can be copied after blinking starts, but part of some copies may be blurred, so replace the toner cartridge as soon as possible.
  • Page 31 4. Put the depleted cartridge in a vinyl bag and discard it. Warning: Do not incinerate the toner cartridge. Toner dust may ignite suddenly. 5. Shake the new toner cartridge lightly five to ten times to remove lumps. 6. Install the right end of new toner cartridge.
  • Page 32 8. Grasp the right edge of the seal and slowly remove it. 9. Turn the toner cartridge as shown in the illustration until the white circle labeled 2 is aligned with the white mark on the toner replenishment unit. 10. Push the toner cartridge to the left until the white line on the toner car- tridge is no longer visible.
  • Page 33 12. Close the original table. The Wait indicator will light. After the machine warms up, the Ready indicator will light and copying will be possible.

  • Page 34: Functions That Can Be Reset

    FUNCTIONS THAT CAN BE RESET Copying needs may vary. For flexibility, some functions, listed below, can be reset. To reset any of these functions, contact your service representative. 1. Changing the Auto Clear time If the machine is idle for about two minutes, all settings are cleared. This is called Auto Clear.

  • Page 35: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING The following problems can usually be cleared by the operator. If the problem cannot be solved by the following actions, call your service representative. 1. Nothing Happens When the Switch is Turned On Check the power cord. Is it properly in the main outlet? Plug it in firmly. Check that all covers are properly closed.
  • Page 36 3-2. Blurred Copies The possible causes for blurred copies may be as follows: - Copy density is too light - Reduce copy density. For details, see "Adjusting Copy Density" . - Toner is running short - The Add Toner indicator blinks when toner is running short. Blurred copies may result.
  • Page 37 4. When the Original Misfeed Indicator is Lit The original is misfed. Removal depends on where the original is misfed. Check where the misfed original is and remove it. Warning: Do not touch any parts not specified in the following procedures.
  • Page 38 3. Close the original feed unit. The original cover must be closed com- pletely for copying to be possible. Check that the Original Misfeed indi- cator has turned off, and the Ready in- dicator is lit. 4-2. When the misfed original is under the original table 1.
  • Page 39 3. Remove the original. 4. Close the original table. The original table must be closed com- pletely for copying to be possible. Check that the Original Misfeed indi- cator has turned off, and the Ready in- dicator is lit.
  • Page 40 5. When the Misfeed Indicator is Lit A sheet of copy paper is misfed. Removal depends on where the copy paper is misfed. Check where the misfed copy paper is and remove it. Warning: Do not touch any parts not specified in the following procedure.
  • Page 41 3. Close the middle unit. The middle unit must be closed com- pletely for copying to be possible. Check that the Misfeed indicator has turned off and the Ready indicator is lit. 5-2. When A is lit and the misfed paper is inside the rear cover 1.
  • Page 42 5–3. When B is lit and the misfed paper is inside the sheet feeder 1. Open the paper tray. Pull the re- lease lever on the right side to re- lease the lock. 2. Remove the misfed copy paper. 3. Close the paper tray. The paper tray must be closed com- pletely for copying to be possible.
  • Page 43 5-4. When B is lit and the misfeed is inside the paper turn guide unit of the sheet feeder 1. Open the paper tray. Pull the re- lease lever on the right side to re- lease the lock. 2. Open the copy paper turn guide cover.
  • Page 44 5. Close the paper tray. The paper tray feeder must be closed completely for copying to be possible. Check that the Misfeed indicator has turned off and the Ready indicator is lit. 5-5. When C is lit and roll paper is misfed at the top of the roll feeder When paper is misfed at the top of the roll feeder, the Misfeed indicator lights.
  • Page 45 4. Close the top cover. The roll feeder will cut about 13 inches (320 mm) of paper. 5-6. When C is lit and roll paper is misfed inside the roll feeder When the paper is misfed inside the roll feeder, the Misfeed indicator lights. 1.
  • Page 46 3. Pull the release handle to release the lock and open the paper feed roller cover. 4. Place the leading edge of the roll paper on the paper guide plate. Make sure that the leading edge is straight by aligning it with the proper size indication lines on the paper guide plate.
  • Page 47 7. Pull the release lever on the right side of the roll feeder once and lower the roll feeder until it locks in position.
  • Page 48 6. If the Panel is Off or the Open Cover Indicator is Lit When any option cover is not completely closed, the Open Cover indicator lights along with the B or C position indicators. If any of the copier units are open, the copier will turn off.
  • Page 49 6–3. When the middle unit is open Close the middle unit. Push it down carefully until it locks in position. Close the rear table lever. 6-4. When the rear cover is open Close the rear cover. Push it in carefully until it locks in position. 6–5.
  • Page 50 6–6. When the sheet feeder is open Close the paper tray. Push it care- fully until it locks in position. 6–7. When the paper feed roller cover is open Close the paper roller cover until it locks in position. 6–8. When the roll paper cover is open Close the roll paper cover until it locks in position.
  • Page 51 6–9. When the paper feed roller top cover is open Close the top cover until it locks in position. The roll feeder will cut about 13 inches (320 mm) of paper. 7. When the Toner Collection Bottle Indicator is Blinking When the Toner Collection Bottle indicator blinks, the toner collection bottle is filled with used toner.

  • Page 52: Daily Maintenance

    DAILY MAINTENANCE To maintain the best copy quality, clean the exposure glass and the platen roller. - Exposure Glass - Clean the exposure glass with a damp cloth and wipe it with a dry cloth. - Platen Roller - Clean the platen roller with a damp cloth.

  • Page 53: Do's And Don'ts

    DO’S AND DON’TS 1. While Copying : Do not turn off the main switch. Do not open or lift any unit. Do not unplug the power cord. Do not move or tilt the copier. 2. Keep corrosive liquid, such as acid, off the machine. 3.
  • Page 54 13. Adjust the copy density manually when copying originals that have a solid image at the leading edge. For such originals, the Auto Image Density function might select an improper copy density. 14. Use only recommended paper. To avoid copier malfunctions, do not use the following types of copy paper: Torn, creased, or wavy paper Perforated paper...

  • Page 55: Installation Requirements

    INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 1. Copier Environment The installation location should be carefully chosen, because environmental conditions greatly affect the performance of this machine. - Optimum environmental conditions - Temperature : 50 – 86 F (10 – 30 Humidity: 15 – 90% RH To avoid possible ozone build-up, make sure to install this copier in large, well ventilated room ensuring an air turnover of at least 1000 ft /hr/person (about 30 m...

  • Page 56: Power Connection

    3. Power Connection Connect the power cord to a power source of 115 V, 60 Hz, 12A. Do not set anything on the power cord. Voltage must not fluctuate more than 10%. Ground the copier properly to prevent accidents. Avoid multiwiring. Make sure the plug is firmly inserted in the outlet.

  • Page 57: Guide To Components

    GUIDE TO COMPONENTS 1. System Overview This copier can be equipped with optional equipment as shown below. 1. Copier 2. Sheet Feeder 3. Roll Feeder and Connector 4. Roll Feeder and Sheet Feeder...
  • Page 58 2. Copier Exterior and Interior...
  • Page 59 1. Original Guide Adjust this guide to the proper original size and then insert originals along this guide. 2. Original Tray Originals are fed out here after making copies. 3. Upper Copy Guide Completed copies are delivered here when the upper copy exit is selected.
  • Page 60 23. Copy Guide Wire This guide wire leads completed copies to the upper copy guide when the upper exit is selected. 24. Rear Table Lever This lever is used for opening or closing the rear table. 25. Table This table is specially made for installation (Optional Equipment) of the roll feeder.
  • Page 61 3. Operation Controls 3–1. Operation Panel Stand-by Copy Exit Clear Modes Manual Feed Sheet Feeder Fusing Temperature High Synchro Cut Ready Wait Preset Cut Leading Edge 48" 36" 24" 18" Lighter Copy 12" Trailing Edge Edge Erase Paper Select Lighter Darker Auto-Density Clear/Stop...
  • Page 62 1. Original Misfeed indicator Lights if an original misfeeds within the copier. 2. Used Toner Tank indicator Lights when it is time to empty the used toner tank. 3. Copy Exit key Selects either upper or lower copy exit. 4. Ready indicator Lights when the copier is ready.
  • Page 63 19. Add Paper Roll indicator Lights when the roll cutter runs out of paper. 20. Select Paper key Press to select manual feed, the sheet feeder, or the roll feeder. 21. Set Edge key Press to set the selected width of the leading or trailing edge margin. 22.

  • Page 64: Indicator Panel

    3–2. Indicator Panel 1. Insert Original indicator Lights when the machine is ready for an original to be inserted. Turns off when an original is inserted. 2. Stop key Press to stop the copier during copy cycle (emergency stop). 3. Insert Copy Paper indicator Lights when the machine is ready for a sheet of copy paper to be inserted.

  • Page 65: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS 1. Main Copier, FW830 Configuration : Table top Copy Process : Electrostatic transfer system Scanning : Original moving over a fixed fiber optics array Originals : Sheet Original Size : Maximum length : 12 feet (3.6 m) Maximum width:...
  • Page 66 Noise Emission : Stand-by: less than 47 dB Copy cycle (average): sound pressure level) less than 55 dB (copier only) Measurements made less than 56 dB (full system) according to ISO 7779 Maximum: less than 62 dB (copier only) less than 66 dB (full system) Dimensions (W x D x H) : 55.51"...

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