Ricoh SP 311DN User manual

M154/M155/M174/M175/
A0A7/M287/M0BB
SERVICE MANUAL

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LEGEND
PRODUCT CODE MODEL NAME
M154 SP 311DN
M155 SP 311DNw
M174 SP 310DN
M175 SP 311DNw
M0A7 SP 320DN
M287 SP 325DNw
M0BB SP 377DNwX
DOCUMENTATION HISTORY
REV. NO.
DATE
COMMENTS
*
02/2017
Original Printing

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. PRODUCT INFORMATION...........................................................1-1
1.1 PRODUCT OVERVIEW.................................................................................................1-1
1.1.1 COMPONENT LAYOUT......................................................................................1-1
1.1.2 PAPER PATH.......................................................................................................1-2
1.1.3 DRIVE LAYOUT ..................................................................................................1-2
1.2 MACHINE CODES AND PERIPHERALS CONFIGURATION ......................................1-3
1.2.1 MAIN FRAME......................................................................................................1-3
2. INSTALLATION .............................................................................2-1
2.1 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS................................................................................2-1
2.1.1 CHECK IMAGE QUALITY / SETTINGS..............................................................2-1
Environment ............................................................................................................2-1
2.1.2 MOVING AND TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE..............................................2-2
3. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE.....................................................3-1
3.1 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE TABLES ......................................................................3-1
3.2 IMAGE QUALITY STANDARDS....................................................................................3-2
3.3 PAPER TRANSFER QUALITY STANDARDS...............................................................3-3
3.4 PM PARTS SETTINGS..................................................................................................3-4
3.4.1 PM PARTS...........................................................................................................3-4
3.5 PREPARATION FOR PM...............................................................................................3-5
3.5.1 YIELD COUNTER...............................................................................................3-5
Counter Reset .........................................................................................................3-6
4. REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT .........................................4-1
4.1 GENERAL CAUTIONS ..................................................................................................4-1
4.2 SPECIAL TOOLS...........................................................................................................4-2
4.3 EXTERIOR COVERS.....................................................................................................4-3
4.3.1 FRONT COVER ..................................................................................................4-3
4.3.2 LEFT COVER......................................................................................................4-5
4.3.3 REAR COVER.....................................................................................................4-7
4.3.4 RIGHT COVER....................................................................................................4-8
4.3.5 TOP COVER......................................................................................................4-10
When installing the top cover................................................................................4-11

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4.4 LASER UNIT................................................................................................................4-12
4.4.1 CAUTION DECAL LOCATIONS........................................................................4-12
4.4.2 LASER UNIT .....................................................................................................4-13
4.4.3 POLYGON MIRROR MOTOR...........................................................................4-14
4.5 PAPER FEED...............................................................................................................4-15
4.5.1 PAPER FEED ROLLER ....................................................................................4-15
After installing a new paper feed roller..................................................................4-15
4.5.2 FRICTION PAD .................................................................................................4-16
When reinstalling the friction pad, do it in this order:............................................4-16
4.5.3 PAPER END SENSOR......................................................................................4-16
4.5.4 BY-PASS FEED ROLLER .................................................................................4-17
4.5.5 BY-PASS FEED ROLLER FRICTION PAD.......................................................4-18
4.5.6 BY-PASS FEED SENSOR.................................................................................4-19
4.5.7 PAPER FEED CLUTCH....................................................................................4-19
4.5.8 RELAY CLUTCH ...............................................................................................4-20
4.5.9 REGISTRATION CLUTCH................................................................................4-20
4.5.10REGISTRATION ROLLER ................................................................................4-21
4.5.11 REGISTRATION SENSOR ...............................................................................4-24
4.6 IMAGE TRANSFER .....................................................................................................4-25
4.6.1 TRANSFER ROLLER........................................................................................4-25
After installing a new transfer roller.......................................................................4-25
4.6.2 TONER END SENSOR.....................................................................................4-26
4.6.3 QUENCHING LAMP..........................................................................................4-27
4.7 FUSING AND EXIT......................................................................................................4-28
4.7.1FUSING UNIT....................................................................................................4-28
Reinstallation.........................................................................................................4-29
After installing a new fusing unit............................................................................4-30
4.7.2 THERMOSTAT ..................................................................................................4-30
4.7.3 THERMISTOR...................................................................................................4-31
4.7.4 FUSING LAMP..................................................................................................4-32
When reinstalling the fusing lamp.........................................................................4-33
4.7.5 HOT ROLLER....................................................................................................4-33
4.7.6 PRESSURE ROLLER.......................................................................................4-35
4.7.7 HOT ROLLER STRIPPER PAWLS...................................................................4-36
4.7.8 PAPER EXIT SENSOR .....................................................................................4-36
4.8 DRIVE ..........................................................................................................................4-37
4.8.1 MAIN MOTOR ...................................................................................................4-37
4.8.2 DRIVE UNIT......................................................................................................4-37
4.8.3 DUPLEX MOTOR..............................................................................................4-38

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4.9 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS....................................................................................4-39
4.9.1 LAYOUT OF PC BOARDS................................................................................4-39
4.9.2 MAIN BOARD....................................................................................................4-40
When installing the new main board.....................................................................4-41
EEPROM...............................................................................................................4-41
4.9.3 PSU ...................................................................................................................4-42
Replacement Procedure M154/M155/M147/M175...............................................4-43
Replacement Procedure M287/M289 ...................................................................4-47
4.9.4 HVP ...................................................................................................................4-48
4.9.5 CHARGE TERMINAL CASE.............................................................................4-50
4.9.6 COOLING FAN..................................................................................................4-51
4.9.7 WIRELESS LAN BOARD (FOR M155, M175)..................................................4-52
4.10 DUPLEX................................................................................................................4-53
4.10.1RELAY SENSOR...............................................................................................4-53
4.10.2INVERTER SENSOR........................................................................................4-53
5. SERVICE TABLES ........................................................................5-1
5.1 SMART ORGANIZING MONITOR.................................................................................5-1
5.1.1 OVERVIEW .........................................................................................................5-1
5.1.2 PRINTER DRIVER INSTALLATION (USB CONNECTION)...............................5-1
5.1.3 ENTERING THE PRINTER CONFIGURATION .................................................5-2
5.1.4 PRINTER CONFIGURATION MENU LIST.........................................................5-4
Paper Input..............................................................................................................5-5
Maintenance............................................................................................................5-7
System.....................................................................................................................5-9
IPv6........................................................................................................................5-12
Network 1 ..............................................................................................................5-13
Network 2 ..............................................................................................................5-16
Network 3 ..............................................................................................................5-18
Wireless.................................................................................................................5-19
Printer....................................................................................................................5-21
SP Mode 1.............................................................................................................5-23
SP Mode 2.............................................................................................................5-26
SP Mode 3.............................................................................................................5-28
5.2 REPORTS....................................................................................................................5-31
5.2.1 CONFIGURATION PAGE..................................................................................5-31
To Print the Configuration Page............................................................................5-31
Total Counter .........................................................................................................5-32
5.2.2 OTHER TYPES OF REPORTS.........................................................................5-33
5.2.3 TEST PAGE.......................................................................................................5-33

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To Print the Test Page ...........................................................................................5-33
5.2.4 TEST PATTERN PRINTING..............................................................................5-34
To Print the Test Pattern........................................................................................5-34
5.3 UPDATING THE FIRMWARE......................................................................................5-36
5.3.1 CHECKING THE MACHINE FIRMWARE VERSION .......................................5-36
5.3.2 UPDATING THE MAIN FIRMWARE.................................................................5-36
Procedure..............................................................................................................5-36
5.3.3 UPDATING THE BOOT LOADER FIRMWARE................................................5-37
5.3.4 UPDATING FAILURE........................................................................................5-37
5.3.5 FW UPDATE TOOL MESSAGES......................................................................5-38
FW Update Tool Messages: Information...............................................................5-38
FW Update Tool Messages: Error.........................................................................5-40
6. TROUBLESHOOTING...................................................................6-1
6.1 SELF-DIAGNOSTIC MODE...........................................................................................6-1
6.1.1 SELF-DIAGNOSTIC MODE AT POWER ON......................................................6-1
6.2 SERVICE CALL .............................................................................................................6-2
6.2.1 SUMMARY..........................................................................................................6-2
Fusing related SCs..................................................................................................6-2
6.2.2 ENGINE SC.........................................................................................................6-3
SC 2xx (Laser Optics Error)....................................................................................6-3
SC 4xx (Image Transfer and Transfer Error)...........................................................6-5
SC 5xx (Motor and Fusing Error)............................................................................6-6
SC 6xx (Communication and other Errors)...........................................................6-10
6.3 JAM DETECTION........................................................................................................6-11
6.3.1 JAM SENSOR LAYOUT....................................................................................6-11
Paper Jam.............................................................................................................6-11
6.3.2 JAM MESSAGE LIST........................................................................................6-11
Paper Jam.............................................................................................................6-12
6.4 IMAGE ADJUSTMENT ................................................................................................6-13
6.4.1 REGISTRATION ADJUSTMENT ......................................................................6-13
User Adjustment....................................................................................................6-13
Service Adjustment................................................................................................6-13
6.5 IMAGE QUALITY.........................................................................................................6-16
6.5.1 OVERVIEW .......................................................................................................6-16
6.6 OTHER PROBLEMS....................................................................................................6-17
6.6.1 DARK LINES IN HALFTONE AREAS AT 75MM INTERVALS..........................6-17
6.7 TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................................................................6-18
6.7.1 JAM/PAPER FEED PROBLEM.........................................................................6-18
6.7.2 IMAGE QUALITY PROBLEM............................................................................6-20

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7. ENERGY SAVE..............................................................................7-1
7.1 ENERGY SAVE..............................................................................................................7-1
7.1.1 ENERGY SAVER MODES..................................................................................7-1
Timer Settings..........................................................................................................7-1
Return to Stand-by Mode ........................................................................................7-2
Recommendation ....................................................................................................7-2
7.2 PAPER SAVE.................................................................................................................7-3
7.2.1 EFFECTIVENESS OF DUPLEX/COMBINE FUNCTION ...................................7-3
1. Duplex: ................................................................................................................7-3
2. Combine mode:...................................................................................................7-3
3...............................................................................................................................7-3
Total counter............................................................................................................7-4

READ THIS FIRST
Safety Notices
Important Safety Notices
Prevention of Physical Injury
1. Before disassembling or assembling parts of the machine and peripherals, make sure that the
machine power cord is unplugged.
2. The wall outlet should be near the machine and easily accessible.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
Health Safety Conditions
Toner is non-toxic, but if you get either of them in your eyes by accident, it may cause temporary
eye discomfort. Try to remove with eye drops or flush with water as first aid. If unsuccessful, get
medical attention.
Observance of Electrical Safety Standards
The machine and its peripherals must be serviced by a customer service representative who has
completed the training course on those models.
Safety and Ecological Notes for Disposal
1. Do not incinerate toner bottles or used toner. Toner dust may ignite suddenly when exposed
to an open flame.
2. Dispose of used toner, the maintenance unit which includes developer or the organic
photoconductor in accordance with local regulations. (These are non-toxic supplies.)
3. Dispose of replaced parts in accordance with local regulations.

To prevent a fire or explosion, keep the machine away from flammable liquids, gases,
and aerosols. A fire or an explosion might occur.
Handling Toner
Work carefully when removing paper jams or replacing toner bottles or cartridges to avoid
spilling toner on clothing or the hands.
If toner is inhaled, immediately gargle with large amounts of cold water and move to a well
ventilated location. If there are signs of irritation or other problems, seek medical attention.
If toner gets on the skin, wash immediately with soap and cold running water.
If toner gets into the eyes, flush the eyes with cold running water or eye wash. If there are
signs of irritation or other problems, seek medical attention.
If toner is swallowed, drink a large amount of cold water to dilute the ingested toner. If there
are signs of any problem, seek medical attention.
If toner spills on clothing, wash the affected area immediately with soap and cold water. Never
use hot water! Hot water can cause toner to set and permanently stain fabric.
Always store toner and developer supplies such as toner and developer packages, cartridges,
and bottles (including used toner and empty bottles and cartridges) out of the reach of
children.
Always store fresh toner supplies or empty bottles or cartridges in a cool, dry location that is
not exposed to direct sunlight.
Do not use the cleaner to suck spilled toner (including used toner). Sucked toner may
cause firing or explosion due to electrical contact flickering inside the cleaner. However, it
is possible to use the cleaner designed for dust explosion-proof purpose. If toner is
spilled over the floor, sweep up spilled toner slowly and clean remainder with wet cloth.
Laser Safety
The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) prohibits the repair of laser-based optical
units in the field. 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 subsystems to the factory or service depot when
replacement of the optical subsystem is required.
Use of controls, or adjustment, or performance of procedures other than those specified
in this manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Turn off the main switch before attempting any of the procedures in the Laser Optics
Housing Unit section. Laser beams can seriously damage your eyes.
CAUTION MARKING:
Symbols, Abbreviations and Trademarks
This manual uses several symbols and abbreviations. The meaning of those symbols and
abbreviations are as follows:
Clip ring
Screw
Connector
Clamp
E-ring
SEF Short Edge Feed
LEF Long Edge Feed

Trademarks
Microsoft®, Windows®, and MS-DOS®are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and /or other countries.
PostScript®is a registered trademark of Adobe Systems, Incorporated.
PCL®is a registered trademark of Hewlett-Packard Company.
Ethernet®is a registered trademark of Xerox Corporation.
PowerPC®is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of
their respective companies. We disclaim any and all rights involved with those marks.

PRODUCT INFORMATION
REVISION HISTORY
Page Date Added/Updated/New
None

Product Overview
SM 1-1 M154/M155/M174/M175/A0A7/M287/M0BB
Product
Information
1. PRODUCT INFORMATION
1.1 PRODUCT OVERVIEW
1.1.1 COMPONENT LAYOUT
1. Laser unit 9. Friction pad
2. Quenching lamp 10. Transfer roller
3. Cartridge (AIO-type) 11. Paper Tray
4. Development roller 12. Fusing Unit
5. Registration roller 13. Pressure Roller
6. By-pass feed roller 14. Paper exit roller
7. By-pass feed tray 15. Hot Roller
8. Paper feed roller 16. Drum

Product Overview
M154/M155/M174/M175/A0A7/M287/M0BB 1-2 SM
1.1.2 PAPER PATH
[A] Duplex section
[B] Standard paper tray unit
1.1.3 DRIVE LAYOUT
1. Duplex Motor 4. Relay Clutch
2. Main Motor 5. Paper Feed Clutch
3. Registration Clutch

Machine Codes and Peripherals Configuration
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Product
Information
1.2 MACHINE CODES AND PERIPHERALS
CONFIGURATION
1.2.1 MAIN FRAME
Item Machine
Code Duplex Optional Tray PCL PS Wireless LAN Remarks
SP 310DN M174 Auto N/A Yes N/A N/A NEW
SP 310DNw M175 Auto N/A Yes N/A Yes NEW
SP 311DN M154 Auto N/A Yes N/A N/A NEW
SP 311DNw M155 Auto N/A Yes N/A Yes NEW
SP 320DN M0A7 Auto N/A Yes N/A N/A NEW
SP 325DN M287 Auto N/A Yes N/A N/A NEW
SP 377DNwX M0BB Auto N/A Yes N/A Yes NEW
NA: Not Available