Ricoh FT6655 User manual

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FT6645/6655
Operating
Instructions
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Notes: The model names of the machines do not apear in the following pages.
CfCheck the type of your machine before rea ing this manual.
(For details, see page 2.)
Type 1=FT6645
Type 2=FT6655
Certain types may not be available in some countries. For details, please contact
vour local dealer.
Note: Certain options ma not be available in some countries. For details, please
Jcontact your local eater.
Ricoh shall not be responsible for any damage or expense that may result from the use
of parts other than genuine Ricoh parts in your Ricoh office product.
IFor good copy quality, Ricoh recommends that you use genuine Ricoh toner. I
~ower source: 120V, 60 Hz, more than 20A
‘lease make sure to connect the power cord to apower source as above. For details
about Dower cord. see Daae iv.
@Copyright 1993 Ricoh Co., Ltd.

SAFETY INFORMATION
SAFETY INFORMATION
When using your copier, the following safety precautions should always be followed.
Safety During Operation
In this manual, all safety messages are identified by the words “WARNING” and “Caution”.
These words mean the following:
WARNING:
Important information to alert you to asituation that might cause serious injury and
damage to your property if instructions are not followed.
Caution:
Impotiant information that tells how to prevent damage to equipment, or how to avoid a
situation that might cause minor injury.
WARN/NG:
Cl Since some parts of the copier are supplied with high electrical voltage, touch only the parts
specified in this manual and the machine’s display.
Cl Do not modify or replace any parts other than the ones specified in this manual and the
machine’s display.
IJ Do not incinerate toner or toner containers. Toner dust may ignite when exposed to open
flame.
Cl Do not store toner where it will be exposed to heat.
Cl Do not eat or swallow toner, and keep it out of reach of children.
Cl The fusing unit maybe very hot. Be careful when handling it.
Caution:
~While copying, do not turn off the main switch.
Cl While copying, do not open the front doors.
UWhile copying, do not unplug the power cord.
Cl Do not lay anything weighing more than 10 kg (22 lb) on the exposure glass.
C’JKeep corrosive /iquids, such as acid, off the machine.
Cl Do not allow paper clips, staples, or other small metallic objects to fall inside the machine.

SAFETY INFORMATION
General Safety Information
~&lways turn the copier off when you have finished copying for the day, but leave it plugged
.
DWhen the copier will not be used for along period, disconnect the power cord.
Cl If the copier must be transported by vehicle, please contact your service representative.
5When the main switch is in the Stand-by position, the anticondensation heaters are on. In
case of emergency, unplug the machine’s power cord.
~The main plug on this equipment must be used to disconnect main power.

Copier Environment INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Copier Environment
The installation location should be carefully chosen because environmental conditions greatly
affect the performance of acopier.
-Optimum environment conditions -
tJ Temperature: 10- 30”C (50 -86°F)
Cl Humidity: 15- 90?40
DAstrong and level base.
0The copier must be level within 5mm (0.2”) both front to rear and left to right.
DTo avoid possible build-up of ozone, make sure to locate this copier in alarge well ventilated
room which has air turnover of more than 30ms/hr/person.
Environments To Avoid
DLocations exposed to direct sunlight or strong light (more than 1,500 Iux).
DLocations directly exposed to cool air from an air conditioner or heated air from a
heater. (Sudden temperature changes may cause condensation within the copier.)
DPlaces where the copier may be subjected to frequent strong vibration.
C!Dusty areas.
ClAreas with corrosive gases.
~Places higher than 2,000 m(6,500 ft) above sea level.
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INSTALIJ4TION REQUIREMENTS Power Connection
Power Connection
DAvoid multiwiring.
Cl Make sure that the wall outlet is near the copier and easily accessible.
DMake sure the plug is firmly inserted in the outlet.
~Voltage must not fluctuate more than 10YO.
Cl Do not set anything on the power cord.
Access To Copier
IJ Place the copier near the power source, providing clearance as shown:
More than
10cm *2
(3.9”)
More than 10 cm
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90 cm
(35.4”)
L9”)
More than
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(3.9”)
●1Ifthe optional 3,500-sheet large capacity tray is not installed, the distance between the wall and
the edge of the bypass feed tray must be more than 30 cm.
●2Ifthe compact sorter stapler is installed, the distance must be more than 20 cm.
●3See page 83.
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STORAGE OF SUPPLIES
STORAGE OF SUPPLIES
Storage Of Supplies
Paper Storage
Paper should always be stored properly, Improperly stored paper may result in poor image
reproduction, creased copies, and paper misfeeds.
~Avoid storing paper in humid areas. (Under high temperature and high humidity conditions,
store copy paper in avinyl bag,)
Z1Do not store paper where it will be exposed to heat.
UStore on a flat surface.
7Use older stock first.
~Do not lay heavy objects on paper.
~Keep open reams of paper in the package, and store as you would unopened paper.
Toner Storage
~Store in acool, dark place.
Cl Do not store toner where it will be exposed to heat.
~DO not lay anything heavy on toner.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
GUIDE TO COMPONENTS
Copier Type .............
Copier Exterior ............
System Overview ...........
Operation Panel
Key Tops ...........
Touch Panel Display .....
WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS COPIER .
HOW TO SEE THE GUIDANCE DISPLAY
Seeking Guidance In Stand-by . . . .
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Seeking Guidance While Entering Job Settings
CHANGING DEFAULT SETTINGS
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How To Access The User Tools . . . . . . .
l. Autoreset/Auto off .............
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3. Setdate/time ................
4. Weekly Timer ................
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6. Change fixed R/E ..............
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12. Select ARDF/RDH modes . . . . . . . . .
8. Set User Code(s) ..............
9. Check/Reset copy count ..........
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11. Reset User Codes/Counters .......
SETTING ORIGINALS IN THE DUAL JOB FEEDER
Recommended Originals ...........
Non-recommended Originals ..........
Setting AStack Of Originals ..........
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‘Automatic Document Feed (ADF) mode (1 Sided Originals mode)
Automatic Reverse Document Feed (ARDF) mode (2 Sided Originals mode)
Setting One Original At ATime .........................23
Semi-Automatic Document Feed (SADF) mode
Setting Different Sized Originals .........................25
Mixed Sized mode
Setting A Pasted Original .,... ........................27
Pasted Original mode
Presetting Originals During ACopy Run .....................29

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SEITING ORIGINALS IN THE RECIRCULATING DOCUMENT HANDLER
Recommended Originals . . . . . .
Non-recommended Originals .....
Setting Originals ...........
SETTING ORIGINALS ON THE EXPOSURE
BASIC FUNCTIONS AND KEY TOPS
sort ,.,.....0.0.000.
Stack ................
Stapling Gopies. o..........
Manual Staple ............
Special Brig . .............
Preset ................
Program Key . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interrupt Key .............
Auto Start Mode ...........
FUNCTIONS ON OPERATION SCREENS
Reduce/Enlarge ...........
Duplex/Series Copies (Duplex) ....
Duplex/Series Copies (Series Duplex)
Duplex/Series Copies (Series Copies)
Duplex/Series Copies (Combine) . .
Edit Image(Editing/Centering) ....
Edit Image (Margin Adj.) ......
Cover/Slip Sheet (Front Cover) , . . .
Cover/Slip Sheet (Front/Back) . . . .
Cover/Slip Sheet (Paper Designate) .
Cover/Slip Sheet (OHP Slip Sheet) .
LOADING PAPER .............
550-sheet Paper Tray . . . . . . . .
Tandem Paper Tray .........
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CHANGING PAPER SIZE ...........
WHAT TO DO WHEN THINGS GO WRONG . .
USER REMARKS ...............
DO’SAND DONUTS ...............
DAILY MAINTENANCE
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SPECIFICATIONS
Copier .........
Dual Job Feeder ....
Compact Sorter Stapler .
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Recirculating Document Handler
Finisher .............
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COMBINATION CHART .........
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Before reading this Operating Instructions,
please refer to pages 2-5 to know which type
of copier and system you have.
1

GUIDE TO COMPONENTS Copier Type
GUIDE TO COMPONENTS
Copier Type
There are two types of copier.
Type
Type
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Three 550-sheet paper trays
Optional 3,500-sheet large capacity tray
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Tandem paper tray (two 500-sheet paper trays)
One 550-sheet paper tray
1,500-sheet large capacity tray
Optional 3,500-sheet large capacity tray
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Copier Exterior GUIDE TO COMPONENTS
Copier Exterior
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550-SHEET PAPER TRAYS
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COPY TRAY (Option) These trays can hold 550 sheets
Completed copies are MAIN SWITCH of copy paper each.
delivered here. Switches the copier between
ON and STAND-BY.
BYPASS FEED TRAY
Up to 50 sheets of paper
(80 g/rep, 20 lb) can be
loaded at one time. You
can use this tray for the
Cover/Slip Sheet mode.
Also, use this table when
copying onto adhesive
labels.
*FOR TYPE 2\
55CKWEET PAPER TRAY *FOR TYPE 2
This tray can hold 550 7,500-SHEET LARGE CAPACITY TRAY
sheets of paper. This tray can hold 1,500 sheets of paper.
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System Overview
System A
(Copier type 1with dual job feeder and compact sorter stapler)
Dual job feeder
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sorter stapler—
System B
3,500-sheet
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tray
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“Illustration shows type 2.
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System C
(Copier type 2with recirculating document handler and finisher)
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GUIDE TO COMPONENTS Operation Panel
Operation Panel
Key Tops
GUIDANCE KEY
Press to see guidance for
functions. >See page 12.
IINTERRUPT KEY
CONTRAST DIAL Press to make interrupt copies
You can change the during acopy run. Z- See page 42.
brightness of the display.
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TOUCH PANEL DISPLAY
~See next page. ENTER KEY
Use to enter data in
selected modes.
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Program ~->
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PROGRAM ~EY
Press to select the
program mode,
>See page 42.
NUMBER KEYS
Use to enter the
desired number of
copies. They are also
used to enter data for
selected modes.
~START KEY
Press to start copying.
You can select the Auto
Start mode.
~See page 42.
CLEAR/STOP KEY
Press to cancel the copy
number entered. While
copying, press to stop
copying. This key is
also used to clear data
for selected modes.
CLEAR MODES/TIMER KEY
Press to clear the copier of
previously entered settings and
modes. This key is also used to
operate the copier after it has been
turned off by the weekly timer (page
16, User Tool 4) or the auto off
function (page 15, User Tool 1).

GUIDE TO COMPONENTS
Touch Panel Display
Initial Display
System Aand B
COPY COUNTER
Indicates the number of copies.
BASIC FUNCTIONS AND KEY TOPS
xSee page 35.
OPERATION SCREENS
SSee page 43.
System C
COPY COUNTER
Indicates the number of copies.
BASIC FUNCTIONS AND KEY TOPS
~See page 35.
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OPERATION SCREENS
SSeepage 43.
Keys that have the option of being selected.
Keys that have been selected.
Keys that have no option to select.

WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS COPIER
WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS COPIER
System Aand Bi~> See page 41.
Ready
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[1“ XSee page 35.
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8V2X11 U.Bwass Tray
Auto
II I ESee page 35.
CC~erfSlipShyt] (Edit Imagq)fLSSee page 35.
~See +See *See ~See
page 9. page 10. page 11. page 10.
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page 41. page 39. page 38. page 37.
System C
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WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS COPIER
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WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS COPIER
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