User manual RICOH AP610N - Supplementary Guide

Maintenance Guide Read This First Trademarks.............................................................................................................3 How to Read This Manual .....................................................................................4 Paper and Other Media Paper and Other Media Supported by This Printer.............................................5 Paper Recommendations....................................................................................10 Loading Paper..........................................................................................................10 Storing Paper ...........................................................................................................10 Types of Paper and Other Media ............................................................................. 10 Paper not supported by this printer .......................................................................... 12 Print Area .................................................................................................................13 Loading Paper ...................................................................................................... 16 Loading Paper in Tray 1 and the optional paper feed unit .......................................16 Loading Paper in the Bypass Tray ...........................................................................26 Loading Envelopes...................................................................................................33 Switching between Paper Trays...............................................................................39 Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit Replacing the Toner Cartridge ...........................................................................40 Replacing the Maintenance Kit...........................................................................45 Before Replacing...................................................................................................... 45 Replacing the Friction Pad .......................................................................................46 Replacing the Transfer Roller ..................................................................................48 Replacing the Paper Feed Roller ............................................................................. 51 G1128611A_1.10 EN USA G112-8610A Copyright © 2004, 2005 1 Replacing the Fusing Unit ........................................................................................ 54 Cleaning the Printer Cautions to Take When Cleaning .......................................................................61 Cleaning the Friction Pad....................................................................................62 Cleaning the Paper Feed Roller..........................................................................64 Cleaning the Registration Roller ........................................................................67 Adjusting the Printer Adjusting the Image Density...............................................................................70 Adjusting Tray Registration................................................................................ 72 Troubleshooting Error & Status Messages on the Control Panel ................................................75 Printer Does Not Print .........................................................................................85 Checking the port connection...................................................................................86 Other Printing Problems .....................................................................................89 Additional Troubleshooting ................................................................................ 93 Removing Misfed Paper Removing Misfed Paper ......................................................................................95 When "Remove Misfeed Paper Tray" Appears ................................................. 96 When "Remove Misfeed Internal Path" Appears ..............................................98 When "Remove Misfeed Paper Exit Cover" Appears ..................................... 101 When "Remove Misfeed Duplex Unit" Appears..............................................110 Appendix Moving and Transporting the Printer...............................................................114 Moving the Printer ..................................................................................................114 Consumables .....................................................................................................116 Toner Cartridge ......................................................................................................116 Maintenance Kit .....................................................................................................116 Specifications.....................................................................................................118 Mainframe ..............................................................................................................118 Options...................................................................................................................121 2 Read This First Trademarks Microsoft, Windows and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. 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The proper names of the Windows operating systems are as follows: · Microsoft® Windows® 95 operating system · Microsoft® Windows® 98 operating system · Microsoft® Windows® Millennium Edition (Windows Me) · The product names of Windows® 2000 are as follows: Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Advanced Server Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Server Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Professional · The product names of Windows® XP are as follows: Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition · The product names of Windows ServerTM 2003 are as follows: Microsoft® Windows ServerTM 2003 Standard Edition Microsoft® Windows ServerTM 2003 Enterprise Edition Microsoft® Windows ServerTM 2003 Web Edition · The product names of Windows NT® 4.0 are as follows: Microsoft® Windows NT® Server 4.0 Microsoft® Windows NT® Workstation 4.0 G1128611A_1.10 Copyright © 2004, 2005 3 Read This First How to Read This Manual The following set of symbols is used in this manual. This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation that might result in death or serious injury when you misuse the machine without following the instructions under this symbol. Be sure to read the instructions, all of which are described in the Safety Information section. This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation that might result in minor or moderate injury or property damage that does not involve personal injury when you misuse the machine without following the instructions under this symbol. Be sure to read the instructions, all of which are described in the Safety Information section. * The statements above are notes for your safety. If this instruction is not followed, paper might be misfed, originals might be damaged, or data might be lost. Be sure to read this. This symbol indicates information or preparations required prior to operating. This symbol indicates precautions for operation, or actions to take after abnormal operation. This symbol indicates numerical limits, functions that cannot be used together, or conditions in which a particular function cannot be used. This symbol indicates a reference. [] Keys that appear on the machine's display. Keys and buttons that appear on the computer's display. {} Keys built into the machine's control panel. Keys on the computer's keyboard. 4 Paper and Other Media Paper and Other Media Supported by This Printer This section describes the paper size, feed direction, and the maximum amount of paper that can be loaded into each paper tray in this printer. The following symbols and terminology are used to represent the feed direction. In this manual K(Feed direction) L(Feed direction) On the display A4 (297 x 210) 8 1/2 x 11 A5 (210 x 148) 8 1/2 x 5 1/2 Paper feed direction Short-edge feed direction Long-edge feed direction Be careful of the paper feed direction. The direction is determined for each paper size. Input Paper Sizes (Metric version) Paper Feed Unit (Tray2/3) Envelope Feeder Unit × × × × × × × × × × × × × × × A4 B5 JIS A5 K K K L 210 × 297 182 × 257 148 × 210 210 × 148 105 × 148 216 × 356 216 × 279 140 × 216 216 × 140 184 × 276 A6 Legal (LG, 81/2 × 14) Letter (LT, 81/2 × 11) 5 1 /2 × 8 1 /2 K K K K L Executive (Exec., 71/4 × 101/2) K Paper Tray (Tray1) Feed direction Bypass Tray Size (mm) G1128611A_1.10 Copyright © 2004, 2005 5 Paper and Other Media Paper Feed Unit (Tray2/3) Folio (81/4 × 13) Foolscap (F4, 81/2 × 13) F/GL (8 × 13) Com#10 Env (41/8 × 91/2) C5 Env (6.38 × 9.02) C6 Env (4.49 × 6.38) DL Env (4.33 × 8.66) Monarch Env (37/8 × 71/2) Custom Size 16K (7.68 × 101/2) K K K K K K K K K 210 × 330 216 × 330 203 × 330 104.8 × 241.3 162 ×229 114 ×162 110 × 220 98.4 × 190.5 195 × 267 × × × × × × × × × × Envelope Feeder Unit × × × × × · The size is supported and indicated on the tray dial. Be sure to set the paper size dial to match the actual paper size loaded in the tray. · The size is supported but not indicated on the tray dial. You should set the tray dial to "p", and select the paper size with the control panel. · The size is supported but the paper size should be set with the control panel. There is no dial on the tray. See p.26 "Loading Paper in the Bypass Tray" See p.33 "Loading Envelopes" · The size is supported, but it should be set as a custom size using the control panel. The supported size may differ depending on the printer language you use. Set as a custom size setting using the control panel. The following sizes are supported: · Tray 1: approximately 139.7 - 216 mm in width, and 139.7 - 356 mm in length. · Bypass Tray: approximately 90 - 216 mm in width, and 139.7 - 432 mm in length. Paper Tray (Tray1) Feed direction Bypass Tray Size (mm) 6 Paper and Other Media · Paper Feed Unit (Tray 2/3): approximately 139.7 - 216 mm in width, and 160 - 356 mm in length. · The size is not supported. Input Paper Sizes (Inch version) Paper Feed Unit (Tray2/3) Envelope Feeder Unit × × × × × × × × × × × × × × × × × × × × × × × × × × × × × × Legal (LG) Letter (LT) 5 1 /2 × 8 1 /2 K K K L 81/2 × 14 81/2 × 11 51/2 × 81/2 81/2 × 51/2 71/4 × 101/2 8.26 × 5.83 7.17 × 10.12 5.83 × 8.26 8.26 × 5.83 4.13 × 5.63 81/4 × 13 81/2 × 13 8 × 13 41/8 × 91/2 6.38 × 9.02 4.49 × 6.38 4.33 × 8.66 37/8 × 71/2 7.68 × 101/2 Executive (Exec.) A4 B5 JIS A5 K K K K L A6 Folio Foolscap F4 F/GL Com#10 Env C5 Env C6 Env DL Env Monarch Env Custom Size 16K K K K K K K K K K K · Paper Tray (Tray1) Feed direction Bypass Tray Size (inch) 7 Paper and Other Media The size is supported and indicated on the tray dial. Be sure to set the paper size dial to match the actual paper size loaded in the tray. · The size is supported but not indicated on the tray dial. You should set the tray dial to "p", and select the paper size with the control panel. · The size is supported but the paper size should be set with the control panel. There is no dial on the tray. See p.26 "Loading Paper in the Bypass Tray" See p.33 "Loading Envelopes" · The size is supported, but it should be set as a custom size using the control panel. The supported size may differ depending on the printer language you use. Set as a custom size setting using the control panel. The following sizes are supported: · Tray 1: approximately 5.5 - 8.5 inches in width, and 5.5 - 14.02 inches in length. · Bypass Tray: approximately 3.54 - 8.5 inches in width, and 5.5 - 17.01 inches in length. · Paper Feed Unit (Tray 2/3): approximately 5.5 - 8.5 inches in width, and 6.3 - 14.02 inches in length. · The size is not supported. Paper weight and number of sheets to be set Supported paper weight Tray 1 Bypass Tray Maximum number of sheets (plain paper) 60 - 105 g/m2 (16 - 28 lb.) 500 (80 g/m2, 20 lb.) 52 - 162 g/m2 (14 - 43 lb.) 100 (80 g/m2, 20 lb.) For other kind of papers, see p.26 "Loading Paper in the Bypass Tray". Paper Feed Unit (Tray 2, Tray 3) Envelope Feeder Type 400 60 - 105 g/m2 (16 - 28 lb.) 500 (80 g/m2, 20 lb.) See p.33 "Loading Envelopes". Check that the top of the stack is not higher than the limit mark inside the tray. The envelope feeder unit requires the installation of the optional paper feed unit. 8 Paper and Other Media Paper size not supported by both side printing The following paper sizes cannot be printed on both sides: · Metric version: A5K, A6K, 51/2 × 81/2K, Executive (184 × 246)K, Com#10 Env (104.8 × 241.3)K, C5 Env (162 ×229)K, C6 Env (114 ×162)K, DL Env (110 × 220)K, Monarch Env (98.4 × 190.5)K. Custom Size supported by approximately 182 - 297 mm in width, and approximately 148 - 432 mm in length. · Inch version: A5K, A6K, 51/2 × 81/2K, Executive (71/4 × 101/2)K, Com#10 Env (41/8 × 91/2)K, C5 Env (6.38 × 9.02)K, C6 Env (4.49 × 6.38)K, DL Env (4.33 × 8.66)K, Monarch Env (37/8 × 71/2)K. Custom Size supported by approximately 7.18 - 11.68 inches in width, and approximately 5.83 - 17.00 inches in length. 9 Paper and Other Media Paper Recommendations Loading Paper Do not use ink-jet printer paper because it may stick to the fusing unit and cause a paper misfeed. When printing on OHP transparencies that have a print side, load them with the print side over on the bypass tray. Not taking this precaution may cause them to stick to the fusing unit and cause misfeeds. Set the paper as described below · Tray 1: Print side facing down · Bypass Tray: Print side facing up · Paper Feed Unit (Tray 2, Tray 3): Print side facing down Print quality cannot be guaranteed if paper other than the ones recommended is used. For more information about recommended paper, contact your sales or service representative. Do not use paper that has already been printed onto by other printers. Storing Paper · Paper should always be stored properly. Improperly stored paper might result in poor print quality, paper misfeeds, or printer damage. Recommendations are as follows: · Avoid storing paper in humid areas. · Avoid exposing paper to direct sunlight. · Store on a flat surface. · Keep paper in the package in which the paper came. Types of Paper and Other Media Plain Paper Paper thickness Printer setup 60 - 105 g/m2 (16 - 28 lb.) Press [Paper Input] menu, [Paper Type], and then [Plain Paper]. The paper type selected using the printer driver overrides that selected using the control panel. Printer driver setup Click [Plain] or [Plain & Recycled] in the [Type:] list. 10 Paper and Other Media Enabled paper feeding tray Any input tray can be used. Number of sheets that can be set · · · Tray 1: 500 Tray 2, Tray 3 (Paper Feed Unit Type 400): 500 Bypass Tray: 100 Make sure paper is not stacked higher than the upper limit mark (T) inside the tray. Make sure paper is not stacked higher than the paper guides inside the bypass tray. Both-side printing Additional cautions Possible When printing on 91 - 105 g/m2 paper, print speed is slightly slower to when printing on paper of 60 - 91 g/m2. Thick Paper Paper thickness Printer setup 105 - 162 g/m2 (28 - 43 lb.) Press [Paper Input] menu, [Paper Type] and then [Thick Paper] on the control panel. The paper type selected using the printer driver overrides that selected using the control panel. Printer driver setup Click [Thick] in the [Type:] list. Enabled paper feeding tray Bypass Tray Number of sheets that can be set Both-side printing Additional cautions Make sure paper is not stacked higher than the paper guides inside the bypass tray. Not possible Print speed is slightly slower than when using plain paper. OHP transparencies Printer setup Press [Paper Input] menu, [Paper Type], and then [Transparency] on the control panel. The paper type selected using the printer driver overrides that selected using the control panel. Printer driver setup Click [Transparency] in the [Type:] list. Enabled paper feeding tray Bypass tray Number of sheets that can be set Both-sided printing Load only one OHP transparency at the same time onto the bypass tray. Not possible 11 Paper and Other Media Additional cautions · · Print speed for OHP transparencies is slower than for plain paper. Due to switching modes, the machine will be on standby for thirty or forty seconds after the job was received. Envelopes Printer setup Press [Paper Input] menu, [Paper Type], and then press [Thick Paper] on the control panel. The paper type selected using the printer driver overrides that selected using the control panel. Printer driver setup Click [Thick] in the [Type:] list. Enabled paper feeding tray Any input tray can be used. Make sure paper is not stacked higher than the upper limit mark (T) inside the tray. Make sure paper is not stacked higher than the paper guides inside the bypass tray. Both-sided printing Additional cautions Not possible · · · · · · · Check the print side is facing up. Check there is no air in the envelopes before loading. For better print quality, we recommend the right, left, top, and bottom print margins to be at least 20 mm (0.8") each. Load only one size and type of envelope at a time. Before loading envelopes, flatten their leading edges (the edge going into the printer) by running a pencil or ruler across them. Some kinds of envelope might cause misfeeds, wrinkles or print poorly. Print quality on envelopes may be uneven if parts of an envelope have differing thicknesses. Print one or two envelopes to check print quality. Paper not supported by this printer Avoid using the following paper as they are not supported by this printer. · Paper meant for an ink-jet printer · Bent, folded, or creased paper · Curled or twisted paper · Torn paper · Wrinkled paper · Damp paper · Paper that is dry enough to emit static electricity 12 Paper and Other Media · Paper that has already been printed onto, except a preprinted letterhead Malfunctions are especially likely when using paper printed on by other than a laser printer (e.g. monochrome and color copiers, ink-jet printers, etc.) · Special paper, such as thermal paper, aluminum foil, carbon paper and conductive paper · Paper whose weight is heavier or lighter than the limitation · Paper with windows, holes, perforations, cutouts, or embossing · Adhesive label paper on which glue or base paper is exposed · Paper with clips or staples · Envelopes in the following conditions: · damp · excessively curled or twisted · stuck together · damaged in any way · with stamps attached · with windows, holes, perforations, cutouts or embossing · with metal clasps, string ties or metal folding bars · designed to be interlocked · with nicked edges or bent corners · with rough, wrinkled or laid finishes · with any exposed adhesive, when the flap is in the sealed or closed position Print Area The following shows the print area for this printer. Be sure to set the print margins correctly by the application. 13 Paper and Other Media Paper A B C D Print area Feed direction Approx. 4.2 mm (0.18 inches) Approx. 4.2 mm (0.18 inches) The print area may vary depending on the paper size, printer language and printer driver settings. Envelope A B C D Print area Feed direction Approx. 4.2 mm (0.18 inches) Approx. 4.2 mm (0.18 inches) 14 Paper and Other Media The print area may vary depending on the paper size, printer language and printer driver settings. 15 Paper and Other Media Loading Paper This describes how to load paper into the paper tray and bypass tray. · Do not pull out the paper tray forcefully. If you do, the tray might fall and cause an injury. Loading Paper in Tray 1 and the optional paper feed unit The following example explains loading procedure for the standard paper tray (Tray 1). The same procedure can be used for the optional paper feed unit. Make sure paper is not stacked above the limit mark inside the tray. Misfeeds might occur. Do not put different types of paper in a single paper tray. Up to 500 sheets of paper can be loaded in the paper feed unit. This means a maximum of 1,600 sheets can be simultaneously loaded when two additional paper feed units are installed. A Lift the paper tray slightly, and then pull it out until it stops. B Lift the front side of the tray, and then pull it out of the printer. 16 Paper and Other Media C Load paper into the tray with the print side down. Confirm that the top of the stack is not higher than the limit mark inside the tray. Confirm that paper fits under the rear guide. D Lift the front of the tray, and then slide it carefully into the printer until it stops. Do not slide the paper tray in with force. If you do, the front and side guides might move. For more information about type, size and feed direction of paper that can be loaded in the tray, see p.5 "Paper and Other Media Supported by This Printer". When you change the paper size see p.18 "Changing the paper size". 17 Paper and Other Media Changing the paper size Confirm that the setting of the paper size dial matches the paper size and feed direction of the paper in the tray, otherwise the printer might be damaged, or printing problems might occur. The following explanation uses the example of "Tray 1" for the paper tray. A Lift the paper tray slightly, and then pull it out until it stops. Adjust the paper size dial to match the size and feed direction of paper in the paper tray. If you want to use the paper size and feed direction that are not indicated on the paper size dial, set the dial to "p". In this case, you should set the paper size using the control panel. B Lift the front side of the tray, and then pull it out of the printer. C If you load paper larger than A4K, you should extend the tray as follows: You cannot load paper smaller than A4K, if the tray is extended. In this case, return the tray to its standard length. 18 Paper and Other Media D Slide the catches inwards to unlock the tray. E Slide the tray until it stops. F Return the catches to their original positions. Confirm that the catches return to their original positions securely. If they are not locked securely, paper misfeeds might occur. 19 Paper and Other Media G Adjust the rear and side guides to the paper size you want to load. To avoid damage, pinch the paper guides when moving them. H Load paper into the tray with the print side down. Confirm that the top of the stack is not higher than the limit mark inside the tray. Confirm that paper fits under the rear guide. 20 Paper and Other Media I If you extend the tray in Step C, pull the bottom of the paper tray cover ( ) up slowly, and then remove the paper tray cover ( ), in the order shown in the illustration. J Lift the front side of the tray, and then place it into the printer. Carefully slide it into the printer until it stops. Do not slide the paper tray in with force. If you do, the front and side guides might move. Installing the Paper Wedge If you use long-size paper regularly, such as Legal, attach the paper wedge to the main unit's paper output tray. 21 Paper and Other Media A Take the seal off the paper wedge's under side. B Affix the paper wedge to the front side of the main unit's paper output tray. If you load a paper size that is not selected automatically To load paper whose size cannot be selected automatically, set the paper size on the control panel. Follow the procedure described below to set the paper size. A Press the {Menu} key. The [Menu] screen appears on the display. 22 Paper and Other Media B Press the {U} or {T} key to display [ Paper Input ], and then press the {# Enter} key. Menu: Paper Input The paper selection menu appears. C Press the {U} or {T} key to display [Tray Paper Size], and then press the {# Enter} key. The paper tray selection menu appears. the {# Enter} key. D Press the {U} or {T} key to display the target paper tray, and then press Tray Paper Size: Tray 2 The paper size selection menu appears. E Press the {U} or {T} key to display the loaded paper size, and then press the {# Enter} key. Tray 2: 8 1/2 x 13 After about two seconds, the display returns to the menu. F Press the {Online} key. The initial screen appears. This completes the setting change. Specifying custom size paper for Tray 1 and the optional paper feed unit When printing on custom size paper, specify the paper size using the control panel or printer driver. The custom size paper selected using the printer driver overrides that selected using the control panel. Do not make settings using the control panel if you have already made settings using the printer driver. However, when printing with a printer driver other than the RPCS printer driver, you must configure the settings using control panel. The following is the range of paper sizes that can be loaded in each type of the paper trays: · Tray 1: 5.5 - 8.5 inches in width and 5.5 - 14.02 inches in length. 23 Paper and Other Media · Optional paper feed unit (Tray 2, Tray 3): 5.5 - 8.5 inches in width and 6.3 - 14.02 inches in length. The printer cannot print from applications that do not support custom size paper. A Press the {Menu} key. The [Menu] screen appears on the display. B Press the {U} or {T} key to display [Paper Input], and then press the {# Enter} key. Menu: Paper Input The paper selection menu appears. C Press the {U} or {T} key to display [Tray Paper Size], and then press the {# Enter} key. The paper tray selection menu appears. the {# Enter} key. D Press the {U} or {T} key to display the target paper tray, and then press Tray Paper Size: Tray 2 The paper size selection menu appears. E Press the {U} or {T} key to display [Custom Size], and then press the {# Enter} key. F Press the {U} or {T} key to set horizontal value, and then press the {# Enter} key. Custom Size: Horiz. 8.50 " 24 Paper and Other Media Press the {T} or {U} key scrolls the value in increments of 0.01 inch. Pressing the {T} or {U} key scrolls the value in increments of 0.1 inch or 1 inch. The screen for entering the length appears. G Press the {U} or {T} key to set the vertical value, and then press the {# Enter} key. Custom Size: Vert. 11.00 " After about two seconds, the display returns to the menu. H Press the {Online} key. The initial screen appears. Specifying a paper type for Tray 1 and the optional paper feed unit Improve printer performance by selecting the optimum paper type for the tray. You can select from the following paper types: · Plain Paper, Recycled Paper, Special Paper, Color Paper, Letterhead, Preprinted A Press the {Menu} key. The [Menu] screen appears on the display. B Press the {U} or {T} key to display [Paper Input], and then press the {# Enter} key . Menu: Paper Input The paper type selection menu appears. C Press the {U} or {T} key to display [Paper Type], and then press the {# Enter} key . The paper tray selection menu appears. 25 Paper and Other Media D Press the {U} or {T} key to display the target paper tray, and then press the {# Enter} key. When the optional paper feed units are installed in the printer, [Tray 2] and [Tray 3] appears (depending on how many units are installed). Paper Type: Tray 2 The paper type selection menu appears. E Press the {U} or {T} key to display the target paper tray, and then press the {# Enter} key. Tray 2: *Recycled Paper After about two seconds, the display returns to the menu. F Press the {Online} key. The initial screen appears. The following message appears on the display: The following paper types cannot be printed on both sides: · Special Paper, Color Paper, Preprinted. Loading Paper in the Bypass Tray Opening and Closing the Bypass Tray Open the Bypass Tray A Press the mark in the center of the Bypass Tray. 26 Paper and Other Media B Open the Bypass Tray. Close the Bypass Tray When you have finished using the Bypass Tray, close it as shown in the next step. A Close by pressing the mark in the center of the Bypass Tray. Specifying standard size paper for the Bypass Tray Shuffle the paper before loading the stack onto the tray, so multiple sheets are not fed in together. Set the size and direction of the loaded paper on the control panel or with the printer driver. Make sure the settings do not conflict. Otherwise, the paper may jam or the print quality may be affected. 27 Paper and Other Media A Slide the side guides outward, and load paper until it stops with the print side up. If you load B5K or larger, slide out the bypass tray extension. B Adjust the side guides to the paper width. Confirm that paper fits under the side guides. Sheets of A4K or 81/2×11K length or longer must be loaded one at a time. Support the paper by hand so it feeds in properly. Additionally, since paper feeding and image quality may differ depending on paper thickness and width, check print results in advance using paper you intend to print on. 28 Paper and Other Media 45 kg paper or paper of A4K or 8 1/2 × 11K or longer may not feed in properly unless it is cut at right angles. C To set the paper size and feed direction, Press the {Menu} key. The [Menu] screen appears on the display. D Press the {U} or {T} key to display [Paper Input], and then press the {# Enter} key. Menu: Paper Input The paper selection menu appears. E Check [Bypass Size] appears, and then press the {# Enter} key. The paper size selection menu appears. F Press the {U} or {T} key to display the size and orientation of the paper in the bypass tray. Bypass Size: *8 1/2 x 11 After about two seconds, the display returns to the menu. G Press the {Online} key. The initial screen appears. To load thick paper, OHP transparencies, or envelopes, make settings for thick paper or OHP transparencies using the control panel and printer driver. The number of pages that can be loaded in the bypass tray differs depending on paper type. Make sure paper is not stacked above the paper guides inside the bypass tray. 29 Paper and Other Media For details about control panel settings for custom size paper or special paper, see p.30 "Specifying custom size paper for the Bypass Tray". To select custom size paper (148 - 900 mm in length, 70 - 216 mm in width), see p.30 "Specifying custom size paper for the Bypass Tray". For control panel settings when using thick paper, OHP transparencies, or post cards, see p.31 "Specifying a paper type for the Bypass Tray". Specifying custom size paper for the Bypass Tray The settings of custom sized paper that take effect are not the settings made on the control panel but the settings made in the printer driver. There is no need to change the settings on the control panel. However, when using a printer driver other than RPCS, you will need to change the settings on the control panel. Applications that do not allow a custom paper size to be set cannot print on custom sized paper. Prints may blur if you use paper of A4K or 8 1/2 x 11 K length or longer. A Press the {Menu} key. The [Menu] screen appears on the display. B Press the {U} or {T} key to display [Paper Input], and then press the {# Enter} key. Menu: Paper Input The paper selection menu appears. C Check [Bypass Size] appears, and then press the {# Enter} key. The paper size selection menu appears. 30 Paper and Other Media D Press the {U} or {T} key to display [Custom Size], and then press the {# Enter} key. E Press the {U} or {T} key to set the horizontal value, and then press the {# Enter} key. Custom Size: Horiz. 8.50 " By pressing the key, the value increases or decreases by 0.01 inch. By pressing and holding the key, the value varies by 0.1 inch or 1 inch. F Press the {U} or {T} key to set the vertical value, and then press the {# Enter} key. Custom Size: Vert. 11.00 " After about two seconds, the display returns to the menu. G Press the {Online} key. The initial screen appears. For details about the printer driver, see the printer driver Help. Specifying a paper type for the Bypass Tray By selecting the paper type you want to load, the printer performs better. You can select from the following paper types: · Plain Paper, Recycled Paper, Special Paper, Color Paper, Letterhead, Preprinted, Transparency, Thick Paper. When you load Thick Paper or transparencies in the Bypass Tray, always specify the type of paper. Duplex printing is not possible on paper in a tray for which Thick Paper or Transparency has been set. The paper type selected using the printer driver overrides that selected using the control panel. 31 Paper and Other Media A Press the {Menu} key. The [Menu] screen appears on the display. B Press the {U} or {T} key to display [Paper Input], and then press the {# Enter} key . Menu: Paper Input The paper selection menu appears. C Press the {U} or {T} key to display [Paper Type], and then press the {# Enter} key. The paper tray selection menu appears. D Press the {U} or {T} key to display [Bypass Tray], and then press the {# Enter} key. The paper type selection menu appears. E Press the {U} or {T} key to display the type of paper you have loaded, and then press the {# Enter} key . Bypass Tray: Thick Paper After about two seconds, the display returns to the menu. F Press the {Online} key. The initial screen appears. The following paper types cannot be printed on both sides: · Special Paper, Color Paper, Preprinted, Transparency, Thick Paper. 32 Paper and Other Media Loading Envelopes As there are many kinds of envelopes, be sure to check if those to be used are supported by this printer. For more information about envelopes, see p.12 "Envelopes". Even if the optional envelope feeder is not installed, you can select envelope sizes for Tray 2 and Tray 3 using the control panel. However, you cannot load envelopes until the optional envelop feeder unit is installed. To install the envelope feeder unit, the optional paper feed unit must be installed. See "Attaching Envelope Feeder Type 400", Setup Guide. Loading envelopes onto the Bypass Tray With the bypass tray, you can load up to 10 envelopes at the same time. For more information about envelopes, see p.12 "Envelopes". To open and close the bypass tray, see p.26 "Opening and Closing the Bypass Tray". A Load envelopes until they stop, with the print side up and the sides of the flaps on the left as shown below. Confirm that the envelope flaps are securely folded down, and that there is no air inside the envelopes. Confirm that the top of the stack is not higher than the limit mark on the side guides. Do not push the stack of envelopes with too much force. B Slide the side guides against the edge of the envelope stack. 33 Paper and Other Media Confirm that the edges of envelopes fit under the side guides. C Set the envelope size and feed direction. Press the {Menu} key. The [Menu] screen appears on the display. D Press the {U} or {T} key to display [Paper Input], and then press the {# Enter} key. Menu: Paper Input The paper selection menu appears. E Check [Bypass Size] appears, and then press the {# Enter} key. The paper size selection menu appears. F Press the {U} or {T} key to select the envelope type you want to use. Bypass Size: C5 Env(162x229) For information about types of envelopes you can select, see p.5 "Paper and Other Media Supported by This Printer". G Press the {# Enter} key to apply the settings. Wait for a while. After about two seconds, the display returns to the menu. H Press the {Online} key. The initial screen appears. 34 Paper and Other Media Loading envelopes into the Envelope Feeder Unit With the optional envelope feeder unit, you can load up to 60 envelopes at the same time. For more information about envelopes, see p.12 "Envelopes". The following explanation uses the example of installing the envelope feeder unit in "Tray 2". A Slide the optional paper feed unit (Tray 2) out until it stops. Then, lift it slightly, and then slide it out. Keep the paper tray with paper in a cool and dry place. B Prepare the envelope feeder Unit. C Pinch the side guides, and then slide them outward until they stop. Pinch the rear guide, and then slide it toward the back. 35 Paper and Other Media D Push the bottom plate down until it locks into place. E Load envelopes into the envelope feeder unit, with the print side down and the flap on the left as shown in the illustration. Confirm that the envelope flaps are securely folded down, and that there is no air inside the envelopes. Confirm that the top of the stack is not higher than the limit mark on the side guides. Confirm that the envelopes fit under the side guides. Do not push the stack of envelopes with too much force. 36 Paper and Other Media F Pinch the side guides, and then slide them along the edge of the envelope stack. G Pinch the rear guide, and then slide it along the edge of the envelope stack. H Lift the front of the tray, and then slide it carefully into the printer until it stops. Do not slide the paper tray in with force. If you do, the front and side guides might move. 37 Paper and Other Media I Press the {Menu} key. The [Menu] screen appears on the display. J Press the {U} or {T} key to display [Paper Input], and then press the {# Enter} key. Menu: Paper Input The paper selection menu appears. K Press the {U} or {T} key to display [Tray Paper Size], and then press the {# Enter} key. The paper tray selection menu appears. the {# Enter} key. L Press the {U} or {T} key to display the target paper tray, and then press Tray Paper Size: Tray 2 The paper size selection menu appears. M Press the {U} or {T} key to select the envelope type you want to use. Bypass Size: C5 Env(162x229) For more information about types of envelopes you can select, see p.5 "Paper and Other Media Supported by This Printer". N Press the {# Enter} key to apply the settings. Wait for a while. After about two seconds, the display returns to the menu. O Press the {Online} key. 38 Paper and Other Media The initial screen appears. Switching between Paper Trays When paper of the same size is loaded in both the standard tray and the paper feed unit (option), paper will be fed from the standard tray when you start printing. To print on paper loaded in the paper feed unit, switch the tray to be used to the paper feed unit using [Tray Priority] in the [Paper Input] menu. A Press the {Menu} key. The [Menu] screen appears on the display. B Press the {U} or {T} key to display [Paper Input], and then press the {# Enter} key . Menu: Paper Input The paper selection menu appears. C Press the {U} or {T} key to display [Tray Priority], and then press the {# Enter} key. The paper tray selection menu appears. D Press the {U} or {T} key to select the tray type you want to use, and then press the {# Enter} key. The following message appears on the display: Tray Priority: *Tray 2 E Press the {Online} key. The initial screen appears. 39 Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit Replacing the Toner Cartridge · Do not incinerate spilled toner or used toner. Toner dust is flammable and might ignite when exposed to an open flame. · Disposal should take place at an authorized dealer or an appropriate collection site. · If you dispose of the used toner cartridges yourself, dispose of them according to local regulations. · Do not store toner, used toner, or toner containers in a place with an open flame. The toner might ignite and cause burns or a fire. · Keep toner (used or unused) and the toner cartridge out of reach of children. · If toner or used toner is inhaled, gargle with plenty of water and move into a fresh air environment. Consult a doctor if necessary. · If your skin comes into contact with toner or used toner, wash the affected area thoroughly with soap and water. · If toner or used toner gets into your eyes, flush immediately with large amounts of water. Consult a doctor if necessary. · If toner or used toner is swallowed, dilute by drinking a large amount of water. Consult a doctor if necessary. · Avoid getting toner on your clothes or skin when removing a paper jam or replacing toner. If your skin comes into contact with toner, wash the affected area thoroughly with soap and water. · If toner gets on your clothing, wash with cold water. Hot water will set the toner into the fabric and may make removing the stain impossible. Replace the toner cartridge if the following message appears on the display: Replace Toner Cartridge Do not expose the toner cartridge to light for a long time. Do not leave the front cover open for a long time. If the toner cartridge is exposed to a light for a long time, the toner cartridge might be damaged and print quality might be reduced. G1128611A_1.10 Copyright © 2004, 2005 40 Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit When handling toner cartridges, never stand them up on either end or position them upside down. Store toner cartridges in a cool dark place. Actual printable numbers vary depending on image volume and density, number of pages printed at a time, paper type and size, and environmental conditions such as temperature and humidity. Toner quality degrades over time. You may have to replace the toner cartridge prematurely. We recommend you prepare a new toner cartridge beforehand. A Open the front cover by pushing the front cover release button. B Be sure to put the toner cartridge on a stable, flat surface. Do not put the toner cartridge on an unstable or tilted surface. 41 Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit C Wipe around the metallic Registration roller by turning with a soft damp cloth. Do not use chemical cleaner or organic solvent such as thinner or benzene. D Take the new toner cartridge from the box. E Place the toner cartridge on a flat surface. Pull out the tape inside the unit horizontally while holding the cartridge with one hand as shown in the illustration. Be sure to remove the tape completely before installing the new toner cartridge, otherwise the printer might be damaged. Keep the toner cartridge horizontal when pulling out the toner seal. Pulling out the toner seal with the cartridge upright or tilted can cause printer failure. Be careful not to get toner dust on your hands or clothes. Do not shake or shock the toner cartridge after pulling out the toner seal to avoid dirt on paper surfaces, toner spillage, or printer failure. 42 Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit F Hold the grips of the cartridge, and then insert it into the printer until it stops. G Push down the toner cartridge to settle it in appropriate position. H Close the front cover by pressing the left and right side indentations. Do not close the front cover with force. If you cannot close the cover easily, pull out the toner cartridge from the printer and insert it again. After that, close the front cover again. 43 Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit Please cooperate with the Toner cartridge Recycling Program, whereby are collected used toner cartridges. For details, consult with the store where the printer was purchased or with a sales or service representative. 44 Replacing Consumables and Maintenance Kit