Ricoh 3506 User manual

3506
Operating Instructions
Copy Reference
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3506 Operating Instructions
TM
RICOH COMPANY, LTD.
15-5, Minami Aoyama 1-chome,
Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-8544, Japan
Phone: [phone]
Overseas Affiliates
U.S.A.
RICOH CORPORATION
5 Dedrick Place
West Caldwell, New Jersey 07006
Phone: [phone]
The Netherlands
RICOH EUROPE B.V.
Groenelaan 3, 1186 AA, Amstelveen
Phone: [phone]
United Kingdom
RICOH UK LTD.
Ricoh House,
1 Plane Tree Crescent, Feltham,
Middlesex, TW13 7HG
Phone: [phone]
Germany
RICOH DEUTSCHLAND GmbH
Mergenthalerallee 38-40,
65760 Eschborn
Phone: [phone]
France
RICOH FRANCE S.A.
383, Avenue du Général de Gaulle
BP 307-92143 Clamart Cedex
Phone: [phone]
Spain
RICOH ESPAÑA S.A.
Avda. Litoral Mar, 12-14,
08005 Barcelona
Phone: [phone]
Italy
RICOH ITALIA SpA
Via della Metallurgia 12,
37139 Verona
Phone: [phone]
Hong Kong
RICOH HONG KONG LTD.
21/F., Tai Yau Building,
181, Johnston Road,
Wan Chai, Hong Kong
Phone: [phone]
Singapore
RICOH ASIA PACIFIC PTE.LTD.
260 Orchard Road,
#15-01/02 The Heeren,
Singapore 238855
Phone: [phone]
Printed in Japan
AE AE B018-8608A

Introduction
This manual contains detailed instructions on the operation and maintenance of this machine. To get
maximum versatility from this machine all operators should carefully read and follow the instructions in
this manual. Please keep this manual in a handy place near the machine.
Please read the Safety Information before using this machine. It contains important information related
to USER SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS.
Notes:
Some illustrations might be slightly different from your machine.
Certain options might not be available in some countries. For details, please contact your local dealer.
Operator Safety:
This machine is considered a class I laser device, safe for office/ EDP use. The machine contains a 15-
milliwat, 760 - 800 nanometer wavelength, GaAIAs laser diode. Direct (or indirect reflected) eye contact
with the laser beam might cause serious eye damage. Safety precautions and interlock mechanisms
have been designed to prevent any possible laser beam exposure to the operator.
The following label is attached on the back side of the machine.
Laser Safety:
The optical housing unit can only be repaired in a factory or at a location with the requisite equipment.
The laser subsystem is replaceable in the field by a qualified Customer Engineer. The laser chassis is
not repairable in the field. Customer engineers are therefore directed to return all chassis and laser sub-
systems to the factory or service depot when replacement of the optical subsystem is required.
Warning:
Use of controls or adjustment or performance of procedures other than those specified in this manual
might result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Two kinds of size notation are employed in this manual. With this machine refer to the metric version.
For good copy quality, Ricoh recommends that you use genuine Ricoh toner.
Ricoh shall not be responsible for any damage or expense that might result from the use of parts other
than genuine Ricoh parts in your Ricoh office product.
Power Source:
220-240V, 50/60Hz, 8A or more
Please be sure to connect the power cord to a power source as above. For details about power source,
⇒P.151 “Power Connection”.
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In accordance with IEC 60417, this machine uses the following symbols for the main power switch:
a
aa
ameans POWER ON.
c
cc
cmeans STAND BY.
Copyright © 2000 Ricoh Co., Ltd.

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Notice
Do not make copies of any item for which copying is prohibited by law.
Copying the following items is normally prohibited by local law:
Bank bills, revenue stamps, bonds, stock certificates, bank drafts, checks, pass-
ports, driver's licenses.
The color copy samples in this book may differ slightly from the actual copies
due to printing effects.
This machine is equipped with a function that prevents making counterfeit bank
bills. Due to this function the original images similar to bank bills may not be
copied properly.

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Safety Information
When using your equipment, the following safety precautions should always be
followed.
Safety During Operation
In this manual, the following important symbols are used:
RWARNING:
R
WARNING:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions
are not followed, could result in death or serious injury.
R
CAUTION:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not
followed, may result in minor or moderate injury or damage to property.
•Connect the power cord directly into a wall outlet and never use an ex-
tension cord.
•Disconnect the power plug (by pulling the plug, not the cable) if the
power cable or plug becomes frayed or otherwise damaged.
•To avoid hazardous electric shock or laser radiation exposure, do not
remove any covers or screws other than those specified in this man-
ual.
•Turn off the power and disconnect the power plug (by pulling the plug,
not the cable) if any of the following conditions exists:
•You spill something into the equipment.
•You suspect that your equipment needs service or repair.
•Your equipment's cover has been damaged.
•Do not incinerate spilled toner or used toner. Toner dust might ignite
when exposed to an open flame.
•Disposal can take place at our authorized dealer or at appropriate col-
lection sites.
•Dispose of the used toner cartridge in accordance with the local reg-
ulation.

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RCAUTION:
•Protect the equipment from dampness or wet weather, such as rain, snow,
and so on.
•Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before you move the equipment.
While moving the equipment, you should take care that the power cord will
not be damaged under the equipment.
•When you disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet, always pull the
plug (not the cable).
•Do not allow paper clips, staples, or other small metallic objects to fall inside
the equipment.
•Keep toner (used or unused) and toner cartridge out of the reach of chil-
dren.
•For environmental reasons, do not dispose of the equipment or expended
supply waste at household waste collection points. Disposal can take place
at an authorized dealer or at appropriate collection sites.
•The inside of the machine could be very hot. Do not touch the parts with a
label indicating the “hot surface”. Otherwise it could cause a personal burn.
•Our products are engineered to meet high standards of quality and function-
ality, and we recommend that you only use the expendable supplies avail-
able at an authorized dealer.

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How to Read This Manual
Symbols
In this manual, the following symbols are used:
R
WARNING:
This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation that might result in
death or serious injury when you misuse the machine without following the in-
structions under this symbol. Be sure to read the instructions, all of which are de-
scribed in the Safety Information section.
R
CAUTION:
This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation that might result in mi-
nor 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.
WARNINGS and CAUTIONS are notes for your safety.
Important
If this instruction is not followed, paper might be misfed, originals might be
damaged, or data might be lost. Be sure to read this.
Preparation
This symbol indicates the prior knowledge or preparations required before op-
erating.
Note
This symbol indicates precautions for operation or actions to take after misoper-
ation.
Limitation
This symbol indicates numerical limits, functions that cannot be used together,
or conditions in which a particular function cannot be used.
Reference
This symbol indicates a reference.
[]
Keys that appear on the machine's panel display.
{}
Keys built into the machine's operation panel.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
What You Can Do with This Machine ...................................................... 2
Guide to Components ............................................................................... 4
Options....................................................................................................... 6
Operation Panel......................................................................................... 7
Panel Display ............................................................................................. 9
Layout and Keys ........................................................................................... 9
Common Keys............................................................................................. 10
Example Displays........................................................................................ 10
1.Basics
Turning On the Power............................................................................. 13
Turning On the Main Power ........................................................................ 13
Starting the Machine ................................................................................... 14
Originals................................................................................................... 16
Standard Size Originals .............................................................................. 16
Recommended Originals............................................................................. 16
Non-recommended Originals for the Document Feeder ............................. 16
Setting Originals on the Exposure Glass.............................................. 18
Setting a Stack of Originals in the Document Feeder.......................... 19
Setting one Original at a Time in the Document Feeder...................... 21
Setting Originals of Different Sizes in the Document Feeder ............. 23
Setting Custom Sized Originals............................................................. 24
Removing the Platen Cover to Copy a Large Original......................... 26
2.Copying
Basic Procedure ...................................................................................... 27
Adjusting Copy Image Density.................................................................... 28
Selecting a Color Mode............................................................................... 30
Selecting the Original Image Type (Photo/Text) ......................................... 35
Selecting the Copy Paper Size ................................................................... 40
Copying from the Bypass Tray.................................................................... 42
Auto Reduce/Enlarge.................................................................................. 51
Energy Saver Mode .................................................................................... 52
Auto Off Mode............................................................................................. 53
Interrupt Copying......................................................................................... 53
Auto Start .................................................................................................... 54
Program ...................................................................................................... 54
Check Modes .............................................................................................. 57
Counter ....................................................................................................... 58

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Reduce/Enlarge ....................................................................................... 59
Preset R/E................................................................................................... 59
Zoom........................................................................................................... 61
Directional Magnification (%) ...................................................................... 63
Directional Size Magnification (mm)............................................................ 65
Shifting the Image ................................................................................... 68
Centering..................................................................................................... 68
Margin Adjustment ...................................................................................... 69
Series Copies........................................................................................... 71
Book →1 Sided .......................................................................................... 71
2 Sided →1 Sided ...................................................................................... 73
Combine 2 Originals.................................................................................... 74
Cover Sheet.............................................................................................. 76
Front Cover ................................................................................................. 76
Front & Back Covers................................................................................... 78
Color Creation.......................................................................................... 81
Color Conversion ........................................................................................ 81
Color Erase ................................................................................................. 83
Image Creation......................................................................................... 86
Mirror........................................................................................................... 86
Positive/Negative ........................................................................................ 87
Finishing................................................................................................... 89
Sort.............................................................................................................. 89
Stack ........................................................................................................... 91
Staple.......................................................................................................... 92
3.Adjustment and Color Memory
Color Balance .......................................................................................... 97
Color Balance Adjustment........................................................................... 97
Color Balance Program............................................................................... 98
Image Adjustment ................................................................................. 100
Sharp/Soft, Contrast, Background Density, and Pastel ............................ 101
U.C.R. Adjustment, A.C.S. Sensitivity Level and Auto Separation Sensitivity Level ... 103
4.Combination Chart
Combination Chart ................................................................................ 105
5.What to Do If Something Goes Wrong
If Your Machine Does Not Operate as You Want................................ 111
If You Cannot Make Copies as You Want............................................ 112
BLoading Paper................................................................................... 115
Non-recommended Paper for Paper Trays ............................................... 115
Loading Paper in the Paper Tray .............................................................. 116

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DChanging The Toner Cartridge........................................................ 117
Pulling Out the Toner Cartridge ................................................................ 117
Setting the New Toner Cartridge............................................................... 120
xClearing Misfeeds............................................................................. 122
When A, B, C or Y is Displayed: ............................................................... 123
When P is Displayed:................................................................................ 123
When R is Displayed:................................................................................ 124
dAdding Staples ................................................................................. 125
eRemoving Jammed Staples............................................................. 127
6.Changing the Machine's Settings
Changing Paper Size............................................................................. 129
To Adjust the Paper Size with the User Tools........................................... 131
User Tools.............................................................................................. 133
Accessing the User Tools ......................................................................... 133
Exiting from the User Tools....................................................................... 134
Settings You Can Change with the User Tools (System Settings) ........... 135
Settings You Can Change with the User Tools (Copy Features).............. 140
7.Others
Do's and Don'ts ..................................................................................... 149
Where to Put Your Machine.................................................................. 150
Machine Environment ............................................................................... 150
Power Connection..................................................................................... 151
Access to Machine.................................................................................... 152
Maintaining Your Machine .................................................................... 153
Exposure Glass......................................................................................... 153
Platen Cover ............................................................................................. 153
Document Feeder ..................................................................................... 154
Remarks ................................................................................................. 155
Copier........................................................................................................ 155
Use and Storage of Supplies................................................................ 156
Copy Paper ............................................................................................... 156
Paper Storage ........................................................................................... 157
Toner Storage ........................................................................................... 157
8.Specification
Mainframe............................................................................................... 159
Document Feeder (Option) ................................................................... 163
20-bin Sorter Stapler (Option) .............................................................. 164
10-bin Sorter Stapler (Option) .............................................................. 165

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3-bin Sorter (Option) ............................................................................. 166
1000-sheet Tray Unit (Option) .............................................................. 167
1500-sheet Tray Unit (Option) .............................................................. 168
INDEX...................................................................................................... 169

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What You Can Do with This Machine
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Guide to Components
1. Platen cover (option)
Lower this cover over originals placed on
the exposure glass for copying.
2. Flip cover
Flip this up when to access the keys un-
derneath.
3. Main power switch
To start the machine, turn on this switch.
Note
❒If the machine does not operate after
turning on the operation switch, check
if the main power switch is turned on.
If it is off, turn it on.
4. Copy tray
Copied paper is delivered here.
5. Stopper
When you copy onto thin paper, raise
this to prevent curling.
6. Paper tray
Set paper here.
7. Front cover
Open to access the inside of the machine.
8. Operation panel
⇒P.7 “Operation Panel”.
9. Operation switch
Press this switch to turn the power on
(the On indicator goes on). To turn the
power off, press this switch again (the On
indicator goes off).
10. Exposure glass
Position originals here face down for cop-
ying.
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1. Bypass tray
Use to copy onto OHP transparencies,
adhesive labels, translucent paper, post
cards, and custom size paper.
2. Right covers
Open this cover to remove jammed pa-
per.
3. Ventilation holes
Prevent overheating. Do not obstruct the
ventilation holes by placing or leaning an
object near them. If the machine over-
heats, a fault might occur.
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Options
This machine can be provided with the following options:
1. Platen cover
Lower this cover over originals placed on
the exposure glass for copying.
2. Document feeder (ADF)
Insert a stack of originals here. They will
be fed automatically.
3. Original tray
4. 1000-sheet tray unit (two 500-
sheet trays)
Consists of two paper trays.
5. 1500-sheet tray unit (three 500-
sheet trays)
Consists of three paper trays.
6. 20-bin sorter stapler
Sorts, stacks, and staples copies.
7. 3-bin sorter
Sorts and stacks copies.
8. 10-bin sorter stapler
Sorts, stacks, and staples copies.
Other options:
• Controller Interface unit
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Operation Panel
1. {
{{
{User Tools}
}}
}key
Press to change the default settings and
conditions to meet your requirements.
2. {
{{
{Color Balance}
}}
}key
Press to adjust and store the color bal-
ance. ⇒P.97 “Color Balance”.
3. {
{{
{Menu}
}}
}key
Displays the names of available func-
tions.
4. {
{{
{Favorite}
}}
}keys
Press to use the stored functions you fre-
quently use. By default, the following
functions are stored:
•Combine 2 Originals
•Series Copies
•Margin Adjustment
•Directional Size Magnification (mm)
5. {
{{
{Directional Mag.(%)}
}}
}key
Press to use Directional Magnification
(%) mode. ⇒P.63 “Directional Magnifica-
tion (%)”.
6. {
{{
{Sorter}
}}
}key
Press to select Sort, Stack or Staple mode.
⇒P.89 “Sort”.
7. Panel Display
Shows operation status, error messages,
and function menus. ⇒P.9 “Panel Dis-
play”.
8. {
{{
{Selection}
}}
}keys
Press the key under the item you wish to
select.
9. Indicators
These indicators show errors or the status
of the machine. ⇒P.111 “What to Do If
Something Goes Wrong”.
10. {
{{
{Check Modes}
}}
}key
Press to check all the settings you have
set.
11. {
{{
{Program}
}}
}key
Press to select the program mode. ⇒P.54
“Program”.
12. {
{{
{Clear Modes}
}}
}key
Press to clear the previously entered set-
tings.
13. {
{{
{Energy Saver}
}}
}key
Press to enter/exit Energy Saver mode.
⇒P.52 “Energy Saver Mode”.
14. {
{{
{Interrupt}
}}
}key
Press to make interrupt copies. ⇒P.53
“Interrupt Copying”.
15. {
{{
{Counter}
}}
}key
Press to check the total number of copies
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16. Main Power indicator
This indicator goes on when the main
power switch is turned on, and goes off
when the switch is turned off.
17. On indicator
This indicator goes on when the opera-
tion switch is turned on, and goes off
when the switch is turned off.
18. Operation switch
Press this switch to turn the power on
(the On indicator goes on). To turn the
power off, press this switch again (the On
indicator goes off).
19. {
{{
{Clear/Stop}
}}
}key
Press to cancel the copy number entered.
While copying, press to stop copying.
This key is also used to clear data.
20. {
{{
{Start}
}}
}key
Press to start copying. Use to set the Auto
Start.
21. {
{{
{#}
}}
}key
Use to enter data in selected modes.
22. Number keys
Use to enter the desired number of cop-
ies. They are also used to enter data.
23. 1
11
12
22
2keys (Color Mode keys)
Press to select the color mode. ⇒P.30
“Selecting a Color Mode”.
24. {
{{
{Original}
}}
}key
Press to specify the type of original im-
age. ⇒P.35 “Selecting the Original Image
Type (Photo/Text)”.
25. <
<<
<>
>>
>keys (Cursor keys)
Press to select an item on the panel dis-
play.
26. {
{{
{Auto Image Density}
}}
}key
Press to make copies in Auto Image Den-
sity mode. ⇒P.28 “Auto image density”.
27. {
{{
{Darker}
}}
}key
Press to increase the image density.
28. {
{{
{Lighter}
}}
}key
Press to lower the image density.
29. {
{{
{Auto Reduce/Enlarge}
}}
}key
Enlarges or reduces the image automati-
cally according to the specified paper
size. ⇒P.51 “Auto Reduce/Enlarge”.
30. {
{{
{Zoom}
}}
}key
Enlarges or reduces in 1 % steps. ⇒P.61
“Zoom”.
31. {
{{
{Image Adjustment}
}}
}key
Press to change the default settings for
image adjustment. ⇒P.100 “Image Ad-
justment”.
32. {
{{
{Bypass Feed}
}}
}key
Press to select the paper type when copy-
ing with the bypass tray. ⇒P.42 “Copying
from the Bypass Tray”.