imagistics C140 User manual

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Operating Manual
For use with Imagistics and Pitney Bowes C140/145 copiers.
C140/145

As an ENERGY STAR partner, Imagistics has determined that this model
meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.
* ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark.
If you should need service...
Should your Copier develop a problem that cannot be remedied by using the
maintenance or troubleshooting procedures outlined in this manual please con-
tact your Imagistics Customer Service Representative at 1-800-243-5556.

Please read the instruction handbook before using the copier.
Keep it close to the copier for easy reference.
The sections of this handbook and parts of the copier marked
with symbols are safety warnings meant to protect the user,
other individuals and surrounding objects, and ensure correct
and safe usage of the copier. The symbols and their meanings
are indicated below.
DANGER: Indicates that serious injury or even death will
very possibly result from insufficient attention to or incorrect
compliance with the related points.
WARNING: Indicates that serious injury or even death
may result from insufficient attention to or incorrect compliance
with the related points.
CAUTION: Indicates that personal injury or mechanical
damage may result from insufficient attention to or incorrect
compliance with the related points.
Symbols
The
symbol indicates that the related section includes safety
warnings. Specific points of attention are indicated inside the
symbol.
......... [General warning]
......... [Warning of danger of electrical shock]
......... [Warning of high temperature]
The
symbol indicates that the related section includes
information on prohibited actions. Specifics of the prohibited
action are indicated inside the symbol.
......... [Warning of prohibited action]
......... [Disassembly prohibited]
The ●symbol indicates that the related section includes
information on actions which must be performed. Specifics of
the required action are indicated inside the symbol.
......... [Alert of required action]
......... [Remove the power plug from the outlet]
......... [Always connect the copier to an outlet with a
ground connection]

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Caution Labels ...................................................................................................... 2
Installation Precautions ....................................................................................... 3
Precautions for Use ............................................................................................. 4
Names of Parts .............................................................................................................. 6
(1) Main body ..................................................................................................................... 7
(2) Automatic Document Feeder (ADF).............................................................................. 7
(3) Operation panel ............................................................................................................ 8
Set-up............................................................................................................................. 10
(1) Checking the accessories ........................................................................................... 10
(2) Installing the accessories............................................................................................ 10
(3) Loading paper into the drawer .................................................................................... 16
Originals ........................................................................................................................ 18
Basic Operation ........................................................................................................... 20
●Basic copying procedure .............................................................................................. 20
Copying Modes ............................................................................................................ 22
(1) Making enlarged or reduced copies............................................................................ 22
1Fixed Magnification mode ........................................................................................ 22
2Zoom mode.............................................................................................................. 23
(2) Copying from photographs <Photo Original mode> ................................................... 24
(3) Using the bypass slot.................................................................................................. 24
(4) Auto Shut-Off function................................................................................................. 26
(5) Auto Pre-Heat mode ................................................................................................... 27
(6) Auto Start mode .......................................................................................................... 27
Adjusting the Default Settings ................................................................................. 28
(1) Auto/Manual Exposure mode selection ...................................................................... 28
(2) Manual Exposure level ............................................................................................... 29
(3) Auto Exposure level .................................................................................................... 30
(4) Auto Shut-Off function ON/OFF .................................................................................. 31
(5) Auto Shut-Off time ...................................................................................................... 33
(6) Auto Pre-Heat time ..................................................................................................... 36
(7) Auto Pre-Heat recovery time....................................................................................... 38
(8) Auto Clear time ........................................................................................................... 40
(9) Thick Paper mode....................................................................................................... 43
Adding Supplies........................................................................................................... 44
Replacing the toner cartridge ........................................................................................... 44
Ordering Supplies ............................................................................................................ 47
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................... 48
Cleaning the Copier.................................................................................................... 56
●Cleaning the ADF and the platen ................................................................................. 56
Specifications ............................................................................................................... 57
Contents:

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CAUTION LABELS
High voltage and high temperature caution labels have been attached to the copier at the following locations for safety purposes.
Use cautionwhen removing a paper jam or when replacing toner.
Label 1, 2
High temperature
inside. Do not touch
parts in this area,
because there is a
danger of getting
burned. ...................
NOTE: DO NOT remove these labels.
Label 3, 4
High voltage inside. NEVER
touch parts in this area,
because there is a danger of
electric shock. .........................

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Installation Precautions
■Environment
CAUTION
•
Avoid placing the copier on or in locations which are
unstable or not level. These locations may cause the
copier to fall down or fall over. This can cause personal
injury or damage to the copier. ......................................
•
Avoid locations with high humidity, dust and dirt ...........
•
Avoid locations near radiators, heaters, or other heat
sources, or locations near flammable items, to avoid
the danger of fire. ..........................................................
•
To keep the copier cool and facilitate changing of parts
and maintenance, allow adequate space, especially
around the rear cover, to allow proper ventilattion.
Other precautions
•
Adverse environmental conditions may affect the safe
operation and performance of the copier. Install in an
air-conditioned room (recommended room
temperature: around 68°F, humidity: around 65%RH)
and avoid the following locations when selecting a site
for the copier.
.Avoid locations near a window or with exposure to
direct sunlight.
.Avoid locations with vibrations.
.Avoid locations with drastic temperature fluctuations.
.Avoid locations with direct exposure to hot or cold air.
.Avoid poorly ventilated locations.
■Power supply/Grounding
Caution
•
DO NOT use a power supply with a voltage other than
that specified. Avoid multiple connections in the same
outlet. These types of situations present a danger of
fire or electrical shock. ...................................................
•
Plug the power cord securely into the outlet. If metallic
objects come in contact with the prongs on the plug, it
may cause a fire or electric shock. ................................
•
Always connect the copier to an outlet with a ground
connection to avoid the danger of fire or electrical
shock in case of an electric short. If an earth
connection is not possible, contact your service
representative. ...............................................................
Other precautions
•
Connect the power plug to the closest outlet possible
to the copier.
•
The power supply cord is used as the main disconnect
device. Ensure that the socket/outlet is located/
installed near the equipment and is easily accessible.
Handling of plastic bags
Caution
•
Keep the plastic bags that are used with the copier
away from children. The plastic may cling to their nose
and mouth and cause suffocation. ................................
Left:
≥1113/16"
Front:
≥393/8"
Rear:
≥315/16"
Right:
≥315/16"

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WARNING
• DO NOT place metallic objects or containers with
water on or near the copier. This type of situation
presents a danger of fire or electrical shock should
they fall inside. ..............................................................
• DO NOT remove any of the covers from the copier .....
• DO NOT damage, break or attempt to repair the power
cord. DO NOT place heavy objects on the cord, pull it,
bend it unnecessarily or cause any other type of
damage.
These conditions present a danger of fire or electrical
shock. ...........................................................................
•
NEVER attempt to repair or disassemble the copier or its
parts as there is a danger of fire or electrical shock. .......
• If the copier becomes excessively hot, smoke appears
from the copier, there is an odd smell, or any other
abnormal situation occurs, there is a danger of fire or
electrical shock. Turn the main switch OFF (
O )
immediately, remove the power plug from the outlet
and contact your service representative. ......................
• If anything harmful (paper clips, water, other fluids,
etc.) falls into the copier, turn the main switch OFF ( O )
immediately. Next, remove the power plug from the
outlet to avoid the danger of fire or electrical shock.
Then contact your service representative. ....................
• DO NOT remove or connect the power plug with wet
hands, as there is a danger of electrical shock. ............
• ALWAYS contact your service representative for
maintenance or repair of internal parts. ........................
CAUTION
• DO NOT pull the power cord when removing it from
the outlet. ALWAYS grasp the power plug when
removing the power cord from the outlet. .....................
• ALWAYS remove the power plug from the outlet when
moving the copier. If the power cord is damaged, there
is a danger of fire or electrical shock. ...........................
• If the copier will not be used for a short period of time
(overnight, etc.), turn the main switch OFF (
O ).
If it will not be used for an extended period of time
(vacations, etc.), remove the power plug from the
outlet for safety purposes during the time the copier is
not in use. .....................................................................
• ALWAYS hold the designated parts only when lifting or
moving the copier. .........................................................
• For safety purposes, ALWAYS remove the power plug
from the outlet when performing cleaning operations. ..
• DO NOT leave the document feeder open as there is a
danger of personal injury. .............................................
Other precautions
• DO NOT place heavy objects on the copier or cause
other damage to the copier.
• DO NOT open the front cover, turn off the main switch,
or pull out the power plug during copying.
• During copying, a small amount ozone is released.
This is not a health concern but the odor may be
unpleasant. Make sure the room has adequate
ventilation.
• When lifting or moving the copier, contact your service
representative.
• Do not touch electrical parts, such as connectors or
printed circuit boards. They could be damaged by
static electricity.
• DO NOT attempt to perform any operations not
explained in this handbook.
Cautions when handling supplies
CAUTION
• Avoid inhalation, ingestion, skin or eye contact. If
ingestion occurs, dilute stomach contents thoroughly
with water and seek medical treatment. If skin contact
occurs, wash with soap and water. If contact with eyes
occurs, flush thoroughly with water and seek medical
treatment. ......................................................................
• Prolonged inhalation of excessive dusts may cause
lung damage. Use of this product, as intended, does
not results in inhalation of excessive dusts. ..................
• Do not incinerate toner and toner containers.
Dangerous sparks may cause burns. ...........................
• Keep away from children. .............................................
Other precautions
• Always read the safety instructions which are included
in the box or printed on the container when handling
consumables.
• Dispose of the toner or toner containers in accordance
with Federal, State and Local rules and regulations.
• Store consumables in a cool, dark location.
• If the copier will not be used for an extended period of
time, remove the paper from the cassette, return it to
its original package and reseal it.
PRECAUTIONS FOR USE

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Copier Supplies: Models C140/145
The supplies listed below have all been designed especially for Imagistics
copiers to ensure maximum product performance and quality. Substituting
other supplies may result in inferior copy quality and machine malfunction.
Ordering supplies is quick and easy.
Call the Imagistics Copier Supply Line 1-800-462-6797.
Description/Order Number How much to Description
keep on hand
Printpowder Toner 1 Carton Contains 1 toner c artridges
420-0 per carton
Copier Paper (8 1/2” x 14”) 2 Cartons Contains 5,000 sheets
471-1 per carton (10 reams)
Copier Paper (8 1/2 x 14) 1 Carton Contains 3,000 sheets
462-1 per carton (6 reams)
3-Hole Punched 1 Carton Contains 5,000 sheets
Copy Paper (8 1/2” x 11”) per carton (10 reams)
471-9
Transparencies 1 Box Contains 100 sheets
257-9 per carton
Copier Label Sheets 1 Box Contains 100 sheets
556-1 per carton (33 labels per
sheet)
Developer 1 Carton Contains 1 bottle per carton
420-4*
* Note: This item can only be installed by an Imagistics Customer Service
Representative and should be kept should on hand for preventative
maintenance.

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C140/145 Parts
**Model C140

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(1) Main body
#Platen/ Original Glass
$Original size indicator lines (Align all
originals to be copied with these lines.)
%Operation panel (Use to carry out copying
operations.)
&Drum unit
5Developing unit
(Developing unit release lever(Operate when
replacing the developing unit.)
)Toner cartridge
*Front cover (Open when replacing the toner
cartridge, the developing unit or the drum unit.)
+Drawer (Up to 250 sheets of copy paper can be
loaded in this drawer.)
,Main switch (Turn this switch ON ( | ) in order
to use the copier.)
-Copier moving handles (Lift here when
moving the copier.)
.Width guide
/Length guide
0Copy tray (Finished copies are ejected here.)
1Copy tray extension (Extend when making
large-size copies such as 8 1/2” x 14” size.)
2Bypass slot (Feed small-size or special copy
paper here.)
3Slider (Adjust to fit the width of the copy paper
that is inserted into the bypass slot.)
4Paper feed cover (Open when removing
jammed paper.)
5Paper feed cover release button
6Ejection section cover (Open when
removing jammed paper that cannot be removed
from inside the paper feed cover.)
(2) Automatic Document Feeder (ADF)*
7Original table (Set originals to be copied here.
A maximum of 20 originals can be set at one
time.)
8Original insert guides (Adjust to match the
width of the originals to be copied.)
9Upper cover (Originals that have been copied
are ejected and stacked here.)
:ADF cover (Open if an original jams in the
original feed section.)
;ADF handle (Use this handle when opening
the DF.)
* C145 only.
** C140 shown with platen cover.

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(3) Operation panel
1Print key
(Press to start copying.)
2Print indicator
(Lit green when the copier is ready to start copying.)
3Stop/Clear key
(Press to stop copying or when changing the number of copies to
be made.)
4Copy Quantity / Zoom Up key
(Press to set the one’s digit in the number of copies to be made or
to increase the indicated copy magnification ratio. Press the Zoom
Input / Enter key to switch between setting the number of copies
and setting the copy magnification.)
5Copy Quantity / Zoom Down key
(Press to set the ten’s digit in the number of copies to be made or
to decrease the indicated copy magnification ratio. Press the
Zoom Input / Enter key to switch between setting the number of
copies and setting the copy magnification.)
6Copy Quantity/Magnification display
(Displays the number of copies to be made or the presently
selected copy magnification ratio.)
7Zoom Input / Enter key
(Press to switch the Copy Quantity/Magnification display between
the number of copies and the copy magnification. If this key is
pressed when the Zoom Input indicator is lit, the presently
selected copy magnification ratio will be displayed.)
8Zoom Input indicator
(Lit when the Zoom mode is selected and a copy magnification
ratio other than 100% is set.)
9Copy Size key (Refer to page 22.)
10 Copy Size indicators
(Indicate the presently selected copy magnification ratio. Full Size
is the standard mode and the Full Size indicator is lit in this mode.)
11 Add Toner Indicator
(When lit, there is insufficient toner in the copier. Replace the
toner cartridge. Refer to page 44.)
12 Call Service for Drum and Developer
(When this indicator begins to flash, it’s almost time to replace the
developing unit and the drum unit. When the indicator stops
flashing and remains lit, both units must be replaced.)
13 Copy Exposure Adjustment keys (Refer to page 20.)
14 Copy Exposure indicators
(The seven exposure indicators display 19 levels of copy
exposure. Refer to page 21.)
15 Auto Exposure / Photo Original key
(Press to switch between the Automatic Exposure mode, the
Manual Exposure mode and the Photo Original mode. The
selected mode will change each time this key is pressed. Refer to
pages 21 and 24.)
16 Auto Exposure indicator
(Press the Auto Exposure / Photo Original key to light this
indicator in order to copy in the Auto Exposure mode.)
17 Photo Original indicator
(Lit when the Photo Original mode is selected.)
18 Original set indicator
(Lit green when originals are set properly on the original table.
Flashes green when originals are not set properly and flashes red
when an original has jammed in the ADF.)
+10 Quantity +1

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- Indications on the Copy Quantity/Magnification
display
-
19 “J” and a number are flashing alternately
(There is a paper jam. Refer to page 50 and remove the jammed
paper.)
20 “C” and a number are flashing alternately
(Contact your service representative.)
21 “E1” - “E5” appears
(The copier is in the management mode which allows
configuration of various default settings.)
E1: Auto Shut-Off function ON/OFF (Page 31)
E2: Auto Shut-Off time (Page 33)
E3: Auto Pre-Heat time (Page 36)
E4: Auto Pre-Heat recovery time (Page 38)
E5: Auto Clear time (Page 40)
22 “PF” is flashing
(There is no paper in the drawer or there is a paper jam. Load
paper or remove the jammed paper. Refer to pages 16 and 49.)
23 “AP” is flashing
(The copier is replenishing the toner supply. Wait until toner
replenishment is completed.)
24 “UF” is flashing
(The developing unit or the toner cartridge is not installed. Install
the developing unit or the toner cartridge, as required.)
25 “ -- ” appears
(The Auto Pre-Heat mode has engaged and the copier is in an
energy saving mode.)
26 “ -- ” is flashing
(The copier is warming up in order to prepare the developing unit.
Wait until warm-up is completed.)
27 “Ub" is flashing
Drum and developer need replacing. Call service.
●Initial mode
When the main switch is turned ON ( | ) and warm-up is completed,
the copier will automatically select “Full Size” for making copies of the
same size as the original, the number of copies to be made will be
set at “1”, and the copy exposure will be at the middle setting.
* To verify the present default settings, first turn the main switch OFF
(
O ) and then back ON ( | ) again.
●Auto Clear function
About 90 seconds after copying stops, the copier will automatically
return the operation panel to the same standard default settings as
those that appear after warm-up. (Exception: The exposure mode will
not change.) Copies can continued to be made with the same copy
mode, number of copies, and copy exposure setting if copying is
started before the Auto Clear function engages.
* It is possible to change the amount of time before the Auto Clear
function engages or it can be turned OFF. (Refer to “(8) Auto Clear
time” page 40.)

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C140/145 Set-Up Instructions:
(1) Checking the accessories
Prior to installation, make sure that none of the
accessories listed below are missing.
1 Power cord
2 Copy tray
2. Press the paper feed cover release button to
open the paper feed cover, and then close the
cover once again.
(2) Installing the accessories
1. Remove the 2 pieces of tape (1) that are holding
down the paper feed cover.
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3. Remove the tape covering the 3 screws on the
right side of the copier.
4. Unscrew the 3 yellow screws (2) by hand and
remove them from the copier.
5. Remove the 5 pieces of tape that hold down the
ADF.
6. Open the ADF
and remove the
paper that is on the
platen/glass.
Note: If you have any questions about setting up your copier or would like your
Imagistics Service Representative to set-up your copier, call: 1-[phone]
(There is a 1 hour service charge for on site set-up.)

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7. Install the copy tray by inserting the 2 pins at the
end of each side of the copy tray into the holes
on each side of the ejection slot located on the
left
8. Open the front cover.
Important!
The surface of the drum unit (red) is extremely
sensitive to light. BE SURE to close the front cover
as soon as possible after set-up is completed.
9. Remove the tape holding the yellow screw
inside the copier.

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10. Unscrew the yellow screw %by hand and
remove it from the copier.
11. Remove the protective spacer from the front
of the developing unit. Next, hold the unit
(marked with c) with one hand and pull the
seal &towards you to remove it.
12. Close the front cover.
13. Plug one end of the power cord into the back
of the copier and the other into a wall outlet.
.

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14. Turn the main switch ON ( | ).
* The copier will begin an initialization process in
order to prepare the developing unit. “--” will flash
on the Copy Quantity/Magnification display. Wait
until the initialization process is completed.
Important!
DO NOT install the toner cartridge until after the
initialization process is completed.
* Once “UF” appears on the Copy Quantity/Magni-
fication display, the initialization process is com-
plete and the toner cartridge may be installed.

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15. Open the front cover.
16. Remove the toner cartridge (packaged sepa-
rately) from its package and shake it back and
forth 4 or 5 times as shown in the illustration.
Hold the cartridge on end and tap the side sev-
eral times with your palm. This will loosen any
toner stuck to the inside wall of the cartridge.
Flip the cartridge over and repeat.
17. With the surface marked with a 4 facing up,
align the toner cartridge with the guide rails and
push it all the way into the copier.
18. Close the front cover.
NOTE
DO NOT throw away the copier packing cases and
packing material. Store them in an appropriate
place for use whenever moving the copier.

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(3) Loading paper into the drawer
Up to 250 sheets of standard copy paper (20 lb. /
75 g/m2) can be loaded in the drawer.
The drawer can be freely adjusted to hold any
standard size of paper between 51/2" x 81/2" and
81/2" x 14".
1. Pull the drawer all the way out of the copier.
2. Push down on the bottom plate to lock it into
place.
3. Adjust the width guide to fit the width of the copy
paper to be loaded.
* Press down on the knob to move the width
guide.

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4. Insert the length guide into the hole that corre-
sponds to the length of the copy paper to be
loaded.
5. Flip through the copy paper to be loaded in
order to separate the sheets.
6. Load the copy paper so that one end is aligned
with the left side of the drawer and the other side
is under the claws.
7. Close the paper drawer.