Ricoh Ri 100 User manual

Model:Ri 100
Machine Code:
J089/J098/J099
Differences
(For CN and AP Models)
Ver.1.0
Latest Release: Mar, 2018
Initial Release: Mar, 2018
(c) 2018 Ricoh Co.,Ltd.

Important Safety Notices
Warnings, Cautions, Notes
In this manual, the following important symbols and notations are used.
• A Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation. Failure to obey a Warning could result in
death or serious injury.
• A Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation. Failure to obey a Caution could result in
minor or moderate injury or damage to the machine or other property.
• Obey these guidelines to avoid problems such as misfeeds, damage to originals, loss of valuable
data and to prevent damage to the machine.
• This information provides tips and advice about how to best service the machine.
General Safety Instructions
For your safety, please read this manual carefully before you use this product. Keep this manual handy
for future reference.
Safety Information
Always obey the following safety precautions when using this product.
Safety During Operation
In this manual, the following important symbols and notations are used.
[A]: ON
[B]: OFF
[C]: Push ON/Push OFF
[D]: Standby
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Switches and Symbols
Where symbols are used on or near switches on machines for Europe and other areas, the meaning of
each symbol conforms with IEC60417.
Safety
Prevention of Physical Injury
1. Before disassembling or assembling parts of the machine and peripherals, make sure that the
machine and peripheral power cords are unplugged.
2. The plug should be near the machine and easily accessible.
3. Note that some components of the machine and the paper tray unit are supplied with electrical
voltage even if the main power switch is turned off.
4. Always unplug the power cord from the power source before you move the product. Before you
move the machine, arrange the power cord so it will not fall under the machine.
5. Disconnect all peripheral units (finisher, LCT, etc.) from the mainframe before you move the
machine.
6. If any adjustment or operation check has to be made with exterior covers off or open while the
main switch is turned on, keep hands away from electrified or mechanically driven components.
7. The machine drives some of its components when it completes the warm-up period. Be careful to
keep hands away from the mechanical and electrical components as the machine starts operation.
8. The inside and the metal parts of the fusing unit become extremely hot while the machine is
operating. Be careful to avoid touching those components with your bare hands.
9. To prevent a fire or explosion, keep the machine away from flammable liquids, gases, and
aerosols.
10. Do not use flammable sprays or solvent in the vicinity of the machine. Also, avoid placing these
items in the vicinity of the machine. Doing so could result in fire or electric shock.
11. To avoid fire or explosion, never use an organic cleaner near any part that generates heat.
12. Never remove any safety device unless it requires replacement. Always replace safety devices
immediately.
13. Never do any procedure that defeats the function of any safety device.
14. Modification or removal of a safety device (fuse, switch, etc.) could lead to a fire and personal
injury. Always test the operation of the machine to ensure that it is operating normally and safely
after removal and replacement of any safety device.
15. For replacements use only the correct fuses or circuit breakers rated for use with the machine. Using
replacement devices not designed for use with the machine could lead to a fire and personal
injuries.
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16. When using a vacuum cleaner around the machine, keep others away from the cleaner, especially
small children.
17. NEVER touch the AC circuits on the PSU board, to prevent electric shock caused by residual
charge. Residual charge of about 100V-400V remains in the AC circuits on the PSU board for
several months, even when the board has been removed from the machine after turning off the
machine power and unplugging the power cord.
Observance of Electrical Safety Standards
1. The machine and its peripherals must be installed and maintained by a customer service
representative who has completed the training course on those models with exceptions on some
machines where the installation can be handled by the user.
Safety and Ecological Notes for Disposal
1. Dispose of replaced parts in accordance with local regulations.
2. When keeping used lithium batteries in order to dispose of them later, do not put more than 100
batteries per sealed box. Storing larger numbers or not sealing them apart may lead to chemical
reactions and heat build-up.
3. The danger of explosion exists if a battery of this type is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the
same or an equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Safety Instructions for Ink Cartridges
Accidental Exposure To Ink
1. If ink gets on the skin, wash the affected area immediately with soap and cold running water.
2. If ink gets into the eyes, immediately flush the eyes with cold running water. If there are signs
of irritation or other problems, seek medical attention.
3. If ink is swallowed, drink a strong solution of cold water and table salt to induce vomiting.
Seek medical attention immediately.
4. Ink is difficult to remove from fabric. Work carefully to avoid staining clothing when
performing routine maintenance or replacing cartridges.
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Handling and Storing Ink Cartridges
• Ink is flammable. Never store ink cartridges in a location where they will be exposed to high
temperature or an open flame.
1. Always store ink cartridges out of the reach of children.
2. Always store ink cartridges in a cool, dry location that is not exposed to direct sunlight.
Ink Cartridge Disposal
1. Attach the caps to empty ink containers for temporary storage to avoid accidental spillage.
2. Return empty ink cartridges to a local dealer who can accept such items for collection and
recycling or disposal.
3. If the customer decides to dispose of empty ink cartridges, make sure that they are disposed of
in accordance with local laws and regulations.
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Conventions Used in this Manual
Symbols and Abbreviations
This manual uses several symbols.
Symbol What It Means
Clamp
Clip ring
Connector
E-ring
FFC (Flat Film Connector)
Hook
Pointer (cross-reference to another manual section)
Screw
Spring
Standoff
Timing Belt
This manual uses the following abbreviations.
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Throughout this service manual, "SEF" denotes "Short Edge Feed" and "LEF" denotes "Long Edge Feed".
Warnings, Cautions, Notes
In this manual, the following important symbols and notations are used.
• A Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation. Failure to obey a Warning could result in
death or serious injury.
• A Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation. Failure to obey a Caution could result in
minor or moderate injury or damage to the machine or other property.
• Obey these guidelines to avoid problems such as mis-feeds, damage to originals, loss of valuable
data and to prevent damage to the machine
• This information provides tips and advice about how to best service the machine.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Safety Notices................................................................................................................................... 1
Warnings, Cautions, Notes...........................................................................................................................1
General Safety Instructions............................................................................................................................1
Safety...............................................................................................................................................................2
Prevention of Physical Injury................................................................................................................. 2
Observance of Electrical Safety Standards.........................................................................................3
Safety and Ecological Notes for Disposal...........................................................................................3
Safety Instructions for Ink Cartridges ........................................................................................................... 3
Accidental Exposure To Ink.................................................................................................................. 3
Handling and Storing Ink Cartridges...................................................................................................4
Ink Cartridge Disposal...........................................................................................................................4
Conventions Used in this Manual......................................................................................................................5
Symbols and Abbreviations...........................................................................................................................5
Warnings, Cautions, Notes...........................................................................................................................6
Trademarks..................................................................................................................................................... 6
1. Overview of the Differences
Differences between the Initial Lot and the Model Supporting the Design Change...................................13
Circumstances for Supporting the Design Change................................................................................... 13
Overview of the Modifications Related to the Design Change................................................................13
Changes to the Machine’s Appearance...........................................................................................13
Added Units/Parts.............................................................................................................................. 15
Changed Parts.....................................................................................................................................16
Changes to the Specifications.....................................................................................................................18
Main Machine's Specification........................................................................................................... 18
Minimum Space Requirements...........................................................................................................19
Consumables....................................................................................................................................... 19
Preventive Maintenance..............................................................................................................................20
Requirements for Replacing Parts............................................................................................................... 20
Additional Items (SP, UP, and SC) and User Guidance Items Displayed by Remodeling.................... 20
Additional Items in SP/UP/SC.......................................................................................................... 20
Detailed Description.................................................................................................................................... 21
Parts Layout..........................................................................................................................................21
Added or Changed Electrical Component Summary...................................................................... 24
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Air Flow................................................................................................................................................24
Changes to the Specifications after the Release of the First Lot of FSMs (Changes except for those
Related to the Design Change)....................................................................................................................... 26
Product Information......................................................................................................................................26
Changes Related to the Option......................................................................................................... 26
Changes/Corrections NOT Related to the Option..........................................................................27
Machine Codes and Peripherals Configuration...............................................................................28
Consumables....................................................................................................................................... 29
Instaration.....................................................................................................................................................32
Environment......................................................................................................................................... 32
Minimum Space Requirements...........................................................................................................33
Precautions When Moving the Machine...........................................................................................34
Checklist before Moving the Printer...................................................................................................35
Important Information......................................................................................................................... 36
Replacement and Adjustment..................................................................................................................... 38
Parts to Be Replaced...........................................................................................................................38
Cleaning...............................................................................................................................................38
Adjusting the Height of the Cassette..................................................................................................39
System Maintenance................................................................................................................................... 39
Firmware Updates...............................................................................................................................39
2. Differences Related to Parts Replacement
Before Replacing Parts.....................................................................................................................................41
Covers............................................................................................................................................................... 42
Cover Names...............................................................................................................................................42
Order of Cover Removal.............................................................................................................................43
Front Right Cover (with Leaf Spring)...........................................................................................................44
Power Cord Cover.......................................................................................................................................45
Filter (Right)...................................................................................................................................................46
Filter Cover (Right)....................................................................................................................................... 46
Right Lower Cover........................................................................................................................................47
Right Cover...................................................................................................................................................47
Re-assembly.........................................................................................................................................49
Rear Cover (Right)....................................................................................................................................... 50
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Port Cover.....................................................................................................................................................51
Filter (Left)..................................................................................................................................................... 51
Filter Cover (Left)..........................................................................................................................................51
Left Lower Cover.......................................................................................................................................... 52
Left Cover......................................................................................................................................................52
Rear Cover (Left).......................................................................................................................................... 53
Canopy Cover............................................................................................................................................. 54
Front Cover, Operation Panel Board.........................................................................................................54
Re-assembly.........................................................................................................................................57
Rear Top Cover, Top Cover........................................................................................................................59
Rear Transport Cover.................................................................................................................................. 61
Front Lower Cover....................................................................................................................................... 62
Right Guide Rail Cover................................................................................................................................63
Left Guide Rail Cover...................................................................................................................................66
Cassette Stand, Cassette Carriage.................................................................................................................70
Notes on Replacing the Cassette Stand and Cassette Carriage............................................................. 70
Cassette Stand............................................................................................................................................. 70
Cassette Carriage........................................................................................................................................74
Encoders........................................................................................................................................................... 80
Horizontal Encoder Strip.............................................................................................................................80
Boards...............................................................................................................................................................81
Relay Board..................................................................................................................................................81
HRB (Head Relay Board)............................................................................................................................81
Notes on Installing the HRB ...............................................................................................................84
Motors, Bearing Race......................................................................................................................................86
Lifting Shaft Bearing Race........................................................................................................................... 86
Notes on Mounting the Bearing / Reassembling the Cassette Carriage.......................................89
Fan.....................................................................................................................................................................90
Ink Mist Collecting Fan (Left).......................................................................................................................90
Notes on When Installing the Ink Mist Collecting Fan (Left)............................................................92
Duct Bottom Plate (Left)................................................................................................................................94
Ink Mist Collecting Fan (Right)....................................................................................................................94
Notes on When Installing the Ink Mist Collecting Fan (Right).........................................................96
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Duct Bottom Plate (Right).............................................................................................................................98
Sensors, Switches.............................................................................................................................................99
Interlock Switch............................................................................................................................................ 99
Cleaning......................................................................................................................................................... 101
Horizontal Encoder Sensor Cleaning .....................................................................................................101
Preparation........................................................................................................................................101
Moving the Print-Heads............................................................................................................................ 102
Cleaning the Maintenance Unit............................................................................................................... 105
Auto Head Maintenance..........................................................................................................................107
Clean Internals...........................................................................................................................................109
Adjusting the Height of the Cassette.............................................................................................................110
Adjusting the Height of the Cassette Automatically................................................................................110
Adjusting the Height of the Cassette Manually.......................................................................................110
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1. Overview of the Differences
Differences between the Initial Lot and the
Model Supporting the Design Change
Circumstances for Supporting the Design Change
When printing at low temperature and low humidity, or when the APV is often as high as 500 sheets, ink
mist tends to build up in the machine, leading to problems due to the machine becoming stained. (For
example, the height sensor may become stained and fail to detect the height of the cassette correctly.)
To counteract this, a model with fan units has been launched.
The air in the interior of the machine is expelled by the 2 supplementary fans and the ink mist trapped by
filters in the fan ducts, preventing the interior from becoming stained and causing problems.
The exterior cover is also partly modified, resulting in a change in the machine’s appearance, but the
machine’s size has not changed. (Its weight increases by approximately 2.0 kg.)
Note that this manual also contains the modified specifications and corrections to the existing FSM. For
details, see page 26 "Changes to the Specifications after the Release of the First Lot of FSMs
(Changes except for those Related to the Design Change)".
Overview of the Modifications Related to the Design Change
• Added fan units (one each at the left and right sides at the back of the machine).
• Resulting changes to the exterior parts and the machine’s weight
• Changes to the interior relay board (fan control circuit added)
• Added accessories (2 filters)
• Changes to the procedure to change and adjust parts
• Added UP/SP/SC related to fan operation and control
Changes to the Machine’s Appearance
Each figure shows the view from the upper front [A], right [B], left [C], and back [D].
The appearance of the area at the back of the machine, especially the area around the rear transport
cover, is significantly changed.
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Before Design Change After Design Change
1. Overview of the Differences
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Added Units/Parts
No. Name Remarks
[A]
Fan unit (left)
[A]-1: Appearance
[A]-2: After removing the surrounding
cover.
Comprises the duct, fans, filter, and filter
cover.
[B]
Fan unit (right)
[B]-1: Appearance
[B]-2: After removing the surrounding
cover.
Same as above.
[C] Fan unit base
Differences between the Initial Lot and the Model Supporting the Design Change
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Changed Parts
Before Design Change After Design Change
Rear top cover [A]
• Before design change: Covers only the upper part of the rear transport cover.
• After design change: Covers also the upper part of the fan unit. (Equipped with the fan exhaust
port at the rear.)
Rear transport cover [B]
• Before design change: Shaped to cover the entire path of the printing media.
• After design change: Significantly changed shape to secure the airflow path for expelling the ink
mist inside the machine.
1. Overview of the Differences
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Before Design Change After Design Change
Rear cover [A]
• Before design change: Shaped to cover the machine’s entire rear part.
• After design change: Divided into left and right parts ([A]-1: right, [A]-2: left)
Top cover [B]
• Before design change: Attached to the rear cover.
• After design change: This part has not changed, but it is attached to the rear top cover [C].
Differences between the Initial Lot and the Model Supporting the Design Change
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Before Design Change After Design Change
Relay board: Equipped with the fan control circuit (enlarged) after the design change.
Changes to the Specifications
Main Machine's Specification
Items Specifications
Power consumption*1 • During printing (Average): 35W
• During power OFF: 0.5W
Energy Saver mode Reduced power consumption in Energy Saver
mode*2
2W
Time to switch into Energy Saver mode 5 min.
Time to switch out from Energy Saver mode*2 2.9 sec.
Weight*3 24 kg (52.9 lb.) or less
*1: To avoid unnecessary power consumption, disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet. (Unplug the
power plug only after making sure the power lamp is off.) Power Consumption may differ depending on the
conditions and environment of the machine.
1. Overview of the Differences
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