Ricoh Pro C7100s Instruction sheet

Read this manual carefully before you use this machine and keep
it handy for future reference. For safe and correct use, be sure to
read the Safety Information in this manual before using the
machine.
For information not in this manual, refer to
the HTML/PDF files on the supplied
CD-ROM.
Appendix
Other Information for This Machine
Safety Information for This Machine
Manuals Provided with This Machine
Read This First

TABLE OF CONTENTS
How to Read the Manuals................................................................................................................................. 2
Symbols Used in the Manuals.......................................................................................................................2
Disclaimer........................................................................................................................................................2
Notes...............................................................................................................................................................3
Machine Types............................................................................................................................................... 3
1. Manuals Provided with This Machine
Manuals for This Machine................................................................................................................................. 5
Manuals List.................................................................................................................................................... 7
How to Use the Operating Instructions............................................................................................................. 9
Formats of the Operating Instructions...........................................................................................................9
Reading the HTML Manuals on the CD-ROM.............................................................................................9
Installing and Opening the HTML Manuals.............................................................................................. 10
Reading the PDF Manuals on the CD-ROM..............................................................................................10
2. Safety Information for This Machine
Safety Information............................................................................................................................................13
Safety During Operation.............................................................................................................................13
Safety Precautions to Be Followed............................................................................................................. 13
Safety Labels of This Machine.........................................................................................................................20
Positions of WARNING and CAUTION labels.........................................................................................20
Power Switch Symbols.................................................................................................................................30
3. Other Information for This Machine
Laws and Regulations...................................................................................................................................... 31
Duplication and Printing Prohibited............................................................................................................31
Laser Safety.................................................................................................................................................. 31
Notes to USA Users of FCC Requirements................................................................................................ 32
Notes to Canadian Users of IC Rules for Type 2 and 4...........................................................................33
4. Appendix
Trademarks....................................................................................................................................................... 35
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How to Read the Manuals
Symbols Used in the Manuals
This manual uses the following symbols:
Indicates points to pay attention to when using the machine, and explanations of likely causes of paper
misfeeds, damage to originals, or loss of data. Be sure to read these explanations.
Indicates supplementary explanations of the machine's functions, and instructions on resolving user
errors.
This symbol is located at the end of sections. It indicates where you can find further relevant information.
[ ]
Indicates the names of keys on the machine's display or control panels.
Indicates instructions stored in a file on a provided CD-ROM.
(mainly Europe and Asia), (mainly Europe), or (mainly Asia)
(mainly North America)
Differences in the functions of Region A and Region B models are indicated by two symbols. Read the
information indicated by the symbol that corresponds to the region of the model you are using. For
details about which symbol corresponds to the model you are using, see "Model-Specific Information",
Getting Started .
Disclaimer
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable laws, in no event will the manufacturer be liable for any
damages whatsoever arising out of failures of this machine, losses of the registered data, or the use or
non-use of this product and operation manuals provided with it.
Make sure that you always copy or have backups of the data registered in this machine. Documents or
data might be erased due to your operational errors or malfunctions of the machine.
In no event will the manufacturer be responsible for any documents created by you using this machine or
any results from the data executed by you.
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Notes
Contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice.
The manufacturer shall not be responsible for any damage or expense that might result from the use of
parts other than genuine parts from the manufacturer with your office products.
For good output quality, the manufacturer recommends that you use genuine toner from the
manufacturer.
Some illustrations in this manual might be slightly different from the machine.
Colors on color keys or the color circle may differ slightly from the colors of actual copies.
The color samples in this manual may differ slightly from the colors of actual copies.
Machine Types
Check the type of your machine before reading the manuals.
• Type 1: Pro C7100S
• Type 2: Pro C7100SX
• Type 3: Pro C7110S
• Type 4: Pro C7110SX
Certain types might not be available in some countries. For details, please contact your local dealer.
Certain options might not be available in some countries. For details, please contact your local dealer.
Depending on which country you are in, certain units may be optional. For details, please contact your
local dealer.
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1. Manuals Provided with This Machine
This chapter explains manuals for this machine.
Manuals for This Machine
Read this manual carefully before you use this machine.
Refer to the manuals that are relevant to what you want to do with the machine.
• Media differ according to manual.
• Adobe® Reader® must be installed in order to view the manuals as PDF files.
• A Web browser must be installed in order to view the html manuals.
User Guide
Regarding the basic usage of this machine, frequently used functions, troubleshooting when an
error message appears, etc., summaries are provided below for each user manual.
Read This First
Before using the machine, be sure to read the section of this manual entitled Safety Information. It
also describes each regulation and environmental conformance.
Easy Search
You can search for a description by what you want to do. Also, this machine's distinctive functions
are explained.
Getting Started
Describes preparations for using the machine, operating instructions, and character input methods.
Paper Specifications and Adding Paper
Describes how to load originals and sheets and about their specifications.
Convenient Functions
Describes how to register frequently used settings, customize the Home Screen, and manage jobs.
Maintenance and Specifications
Describes how to replace supplies and how to install and clean this machine. It also describes the
specifications of the main unit and options.
Troubleshooting
Provides a guide for resolving common usage-related problems.
Copy/ Document Server
Explains Copier and Document Server functions and operations. Also refer to this manual for
explanations on how to specify the settings for originals.
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Print
Describes how to print using the printer driver. It also describes the functions available for printing.
Scan
Describes how to scan paper data using this machine and how to send the scanned data to a
computer and store the data.
Connecting the Machine/ System Settings
Explains how to connect the machine to a network, and configure and operate the machine in a
network environment. Also explains how to change User Tools settings and how to register
information in the Address Book.
PostScript 3
Explains how to set up and use PostScript® 3TM.
Extended Feature Settings
Describes how to configure the extended features using the control panel or Web Image Monitor.
Paper Settings
Explains how to make paper settings for each tray using the paper library, which contains optimum
printing conditions. It also explains how to manually specify a paper size and type for a paper tray.
Security Guide
This manual is for administrators of the machine. It explains security functions that you can use to
prevent unauthorized use of the machine, data tampering, or information leakage. For enhanced
security, we recommend that you first make the following settings:
• Install the Device Certificate.
• Enable SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) Encryption.
• Change the user name and password of the administrator.
For details, see "Before Using This Machine", Security Guide .
Be sure to read this manual when setting the enhanced security functions, or user and administrator
authentication.
Scanner Driver Installation Guide
Describes how to install and configure the scanner driver. This manual is included in the supplied
CD.
Printer Driver Installation Guide
Describes how to install and configure the printer driver. This manual is included in the supplied CD.
Guide to Paper
Explains paper characteristics and methods for handling paper.
Other Manuals
• Appendix
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• DHCP Option 204
Manuals List
Manual Name Printed Manuals
Provided
HTML Manuals
Provided
PDF Manuals
Provided
User Guide No No Yes
Read This First Yes No Yes
Easy Search No Yes *1 Yes *1 *2
Getting Started No Yes *1 Yes *1 *2
Paper Specifications and Adding Paper No Yes *1 Yes *1 *2
Convenient Functions No Yes *1 Yes *1 *2
Maintenance and Specifications No Yes *1 Yes *1 *2
Troubleshooting No Yes *1 Yes *1
Copy/ Document Server No Yes *1 Yes *1
Print No Yes *1 Yes *1
Scan No Yes *1 Yes *1
Connecting the Machine/ System
Settings
No Yes *1 Yes *1
PostScript 3 No Yes *3 No
Extended Feature Settings No Yes *1 No
Paper Settings No Yes *1 Yes *1
Security Guide No Yes *1 Yes
Guide to Paper No No Yes *1
Scanner Driver Installation Guide No No Yes *1
Printer Driver Installation Guide No No Yes *1
*1 These manuals are available in English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, and Russian.
*2 These manuals are gathered in “About This Machine”.
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*3 This manual is available in English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, and Dutch.
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How to Use the Operating Instructions
This chapter describes the operating instructions of this machine. The operating instructions are included
in the supplied CD-ROM.
Formats of the Operating Instructions
The operating instructions of this machine are provided in the following formats:
• Printed manuals
• HTML manuals
• PDF manuals
For details about the contents of each manual, see page 5 "Manuals for This Machine". The various
manuals are available in different formats. For details about availability, see page 7 "Manuals List".
Reading the HTML Manuals on the CD-ROM
This section describes how to read the HTML manuals on the supplied CD-ROM.
1. Insert the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive of your computer.
2. Select a language, and then click [OK].
3. Click [Read HTML manuals].
4. Click the title of manual you want to read.
The browser opens.
• Recommended browsers:
• Internet Explorer 8/9/10/11
• Firefox 29
• Safari 5.1.7
• Chrome 35
• If you want to read the HTML manuals on a Macintosh, insert the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive,
and then open "Manuals.htm".
• If JavaScript is disabled or unavailable in your browser, you will not be able to search or use
certain buttons in the HTML documentation.
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Installing and Opening the HTML Manuals
This section describes how to install and open the HTML manuals on your computer.
For your convenience, we recommend you install these manuals on your computer.
1. Insert the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive of your computer.
2. Select a language, and then click [OK].
3. Click [Install manuals].
4. Install the HTML manuals by following the on-screen instructions.
5. When the installation is complete, click [Finish].
6. Click [Exit].
7. Open the HTML manuals that you installed.
To open the manuals from an icon, double-click the icon on the desktop. To open the manuals from
the [Start] menu, point to [All Programs], and then click [Product Name].
8. Click the title of the manual you want to read.
• You need administrator permissions to install the manuals. Log in as an Administrators group
member.
• The system requirements for installing the manuals are as follows:
• Operating system: Windows Vista/7/8/8.1, Windows Server 2003/2003
R2/2008/2008 R2/2012/2012 R2
• Required display resolution is 1024 × 768 pixel or greater.
• If you cannot install a manual, copy the "MANUAL_HTML" folder to your computer's hard drive,
and then run "setup.exe".
• To delete an installed manual, on the [Start] menu, point to [All Programs], click [Product Name],
and then uninstall the data.
• Depending on the settings made during installation, menu folder names may differ.
Reading the PDF Manuals on the CD-ROM
This section describes how to read the PDF manuals on the supplied CD-ROM.
File path
The manuals are included in the following folder on the CD-ROM:
MANUAL_PDF\(language)
1. Insert the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive of your computer.
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2. Select a language, and then click [OK].
3. Click [Read PDF manuals].
4. Click the title of the manual you want to view.
• To view the PDF manuals, you need to have Adobe Reader installed on your computer.
• If you want to read the PDF manuals on a Macintosh, insert the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive,
and then open "Manuals.htm".
How to Use the Operating Instructions
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1. Manuals Provided with This Machine
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2. Safety Information for This Machine
This chapter describes the safety precautions.
Safety Information
Safety During Operation
In this manual, the following important symbols are used:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not followed, could result in death
or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not followed, may result in minor
or moderate injury or damage to property.
Safety Precautions to Be Followed
This section explains safety precautions that should always be followed when using this machine.
Environments where the machine can be used
This section explains safety precautions about environments where the machine can be used.
• Do not use flammable sprays or solvents in the vicinity of this machine. Also, avoid placing these
items in the vicinity of this machine. Doing so could result in fire or electric shock.
• Do not place vases, plant pots, cups, toiletries, medicines, small metal objects, or containers
holding water or any other liquids, on or close to this machine. Fire or electric shock could result
from spillage or if such objects or substances fall inside this machine.
• Keep the machine away from humidity and dust. Otherwise a fire or an electric shock might
occur.
• Do not place the machine on an unstable or tilted surface. If it topples over, an injury might
occur.
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• Do not place heavy objects on the machine. Doing so can cause the machine to topple over,
possibly resulting in injury.
• Make sure the room where you are using the machine is well ventilated and spacious. Good
ventilation is especially important when the machine is used heavily.
• Do not obstruct the machine's vents. Doing so risks fire caused by overheated internal
components.
Handling power cords and power cord plugs
This section explains safety precautions about handling power cords and power cord plugs.
• Do not use any power sources other than those that match the specifications shown. Doing so
could result in fire or electric shock.
• Do not use any frequencies other than those that match the specifications shown. Doing so could
result in fire or electric shock.
• Do not use multi-socket adaptors. Doing so could result in fire or electric shock.
• Do not use extension cords. Doing so could result in fire or electric shock.
• Do not use power cords that are damaged, broken, or modified. Also, do not use power cords
that have been trapped under heavy objects, pulled hard, or bent severely. Doing so could
result in fire or electric shock.
• Touching the prongs of the power cable's plug with anything metallic constitutes a fire and
electric shock hazard.
• The supplied power cord is for use with this machine only. Do not use it with other appliances.
Doing so could result in fire or electric shock.
• It is dangerous to handle the power cord plug with wet hands. Doing so could result in electric
shock.
• If the power cord is damaged and its inner wires are exposed or broken, contact your service
representative for a replacement. Use of damaged power cords could result in fire or electric
shock.
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• Be sure to disconnect the plug from the wall outlet at least once a year and check for the
following:
• There are burn marks on the plug.
• The prongs on the plug are deformed.
• If any of the above conditions exist, do not use the plug and consult your dealer or service
representative. Use of the plug could result in fire or electric shock.
• Be sure to disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet at least once a year and check for the
following:
• The power cord's inner wires are exposed, broken, etc.
• The power cord's coating has a crack or dent.
• When bending the power cord, the power turns off and on.
• Part of the power cord becomes hot.
• The power cord is damaged.
• If any of the above conditions exist, do not use the power cord and consult your dealer or
service representative. Use of the power cord could result in fire or electric shock.
• When this machine's circuit breaker is set to "Off", do not switch it to "On". Doing so could result
in electric shock, fire, smoke, or tripping of the room's breakers.
• This machine uses two power cords. To stop the power supply of the machine completely,
remove all power plugs. Unless all power plugs are removed, fire or electric shock may result.
• The capacity of power in this machine is 25 A and 5,000 W with both cords combined.
Connect each cord to separate power sources with independent breakers. If you connect to an
electrical outlet that is connected to the same breaker, the breaker may cut off power.
• Be sure to push the plug of the power cord fully into the wall outlet. Partially inserted plugs
create an unstable connection that can result in unsafe buildup of heat.
• If this machine is not going to be used for several days or longer at a time, disconnect its power
cord from the wall outlet.
• When disconnecting the power cord from the wall outlet, always pull the plug, not the cord.
Pulling the cord can damage the power cord. Use of damaged power cords could result in fire
or electric shock.
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• Be sure to disconnect the plug from the wall outlet and clean the prongs and the area around
the prongs at least once a year. Allowing dust to build up on the plug constitutes a fire hazard.
• When performing maintenance on the machine, always disconnect the power cord from the
wall outlet.
Handling the main machine
This section explains safety precautions about handling the main machine.
• Be sure to locate the machine as close as possible to a wall outlet. This will allow easy
disconnection of the power cord in the event of an emergency.
• If the machine emits smoke or odours, or if it behaves unusually, you must turn off its power
immediately. After turning off the power, be sure to disconnect the power cord plug from the
wall outlet. Then contact your service representative and report the problem. Do not use the
machine. Doing so could result in fire or electric shock.
• If metal objects, or water or other fluids fall inside this machine, you must turn off its power
immediately. After turning off the power, be sure to disconnect the power cord plug from the
wall outlet. Then contact your service representative and report the problem. Do not use the
machine. Doing so could result in fire or electric shock.
• Do not touch this machine if a lightning strike occurs in the immediate vicinity. Doing so could
result in electric shock.
• The following explains the warning messages on the plastic bag used in this product's
packaging.
• Keep the polythene materials (bags, etc.) supplied with this machine away from babies
and small children at all times. Suffocation can result if polythene materials are brought into
contact with the mouth or nose.
• Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before you move the machine. While moving the
machine, take care that the power cord is not damaged under the machine. Failing to take these
precautions could result in fire or electric shock.
• After you move the machine, use the caster fixture to fix it in place. Otherwise the machine might
move or come down to cause an injury.
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• Contact your service representative if you need to lift the machine (such as when relocating it to
another floor). Do not attempt to lift the machine without the assistance of your service
representative. The machine will be damaged if it topples or is dropped, resulting in malfunction
and risk of injury to users.
• Do not look into the lamp. It can damage your eyes.
• Do not hold the control panel while moving the machine. Doing so may damage the control
panel, cause a malfunction, or result in injury.
• Keep your hands away from the hinges and exposure glass when lowering the ADF. Not doing
so result in an injury if your hands or fingers are pinched.
Handling the machine's interior
This section explains safety precautions about handling the machine's interior.
• Do not remove any covers or screws other than those explicitly mentioned in this manual. Inside
this machine are high voltage components that are an electric shock hazard and laser
components that could cause blindness. Contact your sales or service representative if any of the
machine's internal components require maintenance, adjustment, or repair.
• Do not attempt to disassemble or modify this machine. Doing so risks burns and electric shock.
Note again that exposure to the laser components inside this machine risks blindness.
• Some of this machine's internal components get very hot. For this reason, take care when
removing misfed paper. Not doing so could result in burns.
• When removing jammed paper, make sure not to trap or injure your fingers.
• When loading paper, take care not to trap or injure your fingers.
• Keep your hands clear of the booklet finisher tray when removing misfed paper, pulling out or
pushing in the finisher's staple unit. You can trap and injure your fingers if you do not.
• While safety measures have been installed to prevent accidents, you must not touch the
machine's rollers while it is operating. Doing so could cause injury.
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• If the machine's interior is not cleaned regularly, dust will accumulate. Fire and breakdown can
result from heavy accumulation of dust inside this machine. Contact your sales or service
representative for details about and charges for cleaning the machine's interior.
• Keep your hands clear of the inside of the ring binder and the space under the ring binder tray.
You can trap your fingers if you do not.
Handling the machine's supplies
This section explains safety precautions about handling the machine's supplies.
• Do not incinerate toner (new or used) or toner containers. Doing so risks burns. Toner will ignite
on contact with naked flame.
• Do not store toner (new or used) or toner containers anywhere near naked flames. Doing so
risks fire and burns. Toner will ignite on contact with naked flame.
• Do not use a vacuum cleaner to remove spilled toner (including used toner). Absorbed toner
may cause a fire or explosion due to electrical contact flickering inside the vacuum cleaner.
However, it is possible to use a vacuum cleaner that is explosion-proof and dust ignition-proof. If
toner is spilled on the floor, remove the spilled toner slowly using a wet cloth, so that the toner is
not scattered.
• The following explains the warning messages on the plastic bag used in this product's
packaging.
• Keep the polythene materials (bags, etc.) supplied with this machine away from babies
and small children at all times. Suffocation can result if polythene materials are brought into
contact with the mouth or nose.
• Do not crush or squeeze toner containers. Doing so can cause toner spillage, possibly resulting
in dirtying of skin, clothing, and floor, and accidental ingestion.
• Store toner (new or used), toner containers, and components that have been in contact with
toner 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.
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