Ricoh VT2250 User manual

VT2250
OPERATOR’S MANUAL

INTRODUCTION
This manual contains detailed instructions on the operation and mainte-
nance of this machine. To get the maximum versatility from this machine, all
operators should carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual.
Please keep this manual in a handy place near the machine.
Please read the next section before using this machine. It contains impor-
tant information related to USER SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT
PROBLEMS.
SAFETY INFORMATION
When using your machine, the following safety precautions should always
be followed.
Safety During Operation
In this manual, the following important symbols are used:
RWARNING:Ignoring this warning could cause serious injury
or even death.
RCAUTION: Ignoring this caution could cause injury or
damage to property.
Examples Of Indications
RSymbols Rmeans a situation that requires you take care.
qDo NOT carry out the operation represented by the symbol m.
This example means "Do not take apart".
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This example means "You must remove the wall plug".
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RWARNINGS:
Only connect the machine to the power source described on
the inside front cover of this manual. Avoid multi-wiring as
it could cause an electric shock or a fire.
Avoid using an extension cord. Make sure the wall outlet is
near the machine and freely accessible so that in event of an
emergency it can be unplugged easily.
Do not damage, break or make any modifications to the
power cord. Do not place heavy objects on it, pull it hard or
bend it more than necessary. These actions could cause an
electric shock or fire.
Do not remove any covers or screws other than those
specified in this manual. Some parts of the machine are at a
high voltage and could give you an electric shock. When the
machine needs to be checked, adjusted or repaired, contact
your service representative.
Do not take apart or attempt any modifications to this
machine. There is a risk of fire, electric shock, explosion or
loss of sight.
If the machine looks damaged or breaks down, smoke is
coming out, there is a strange smell or anything looks
unusual, immediately turn off the main power switch then
unplug the power code from the wall. Do not continue using
the machine in this condition. Contact your service represen-
tative.
Do not put any metal objects or containers holding water
(e.g. vases, flowerpots, glasses) on the machine. If the
contents fall inside the machine a fire or electric shock could
occur.
If any metal, liquid or foreign matter falls into the machine,
turn off the main switch and unplug the main power cord.
Contact your service representative. Do not keep using the
machine with a fault or defect.
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Do not plug or unplug the power cord with wet hands or an
electric shock might occur.
RCAUTIONS:
When you move the machine, unplug the power cord from
the wall outlet to avoid fire or electric shock.
When you pull out the plug from the socket, grip the plug to
avoid damaging the cord and causing fire or electric shock.
Keep the machine away from humidity and dust. A fire or
an electric shock might occur.
Do not place the machine on an unstable or tilted surface.
If it topples over it could cause injury.
When the machine will not be used for a long time, unplug
the power cord.
If you use this machine in a confined space, make sure there
is a continuous air turnover.
This machine has been tested for safety using this supplier’s
parts and consumable. We recommend you only use these
specified supplies.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
GUIDE TO COMPONENTS...........................................................................1
Machine Exterior .........................................................................................1
Machine Interior ..........................................................................................3
Operation Panel ..........................................................................................5
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS...............................................................8
Optimum Environmental Conditions ............................................................8
Environments To Avoid ...............................................................................8
Access To The Machine ............................................................................8
Power Connection ......................................................................................9
OPERATION ...............................................................................................10
Printing Paper ............................................................................................10
Originals ......................................................................................................11
Preparation For Printing ..............................................................................12
Standard Printing ........................................................................................16
Restoring Paper Feed And Paper Delivery Tables ....................................19
Adjusting The Image Position .....................................................................21
Adjusting The Image Density .....................................................................23
Changing The Printing Speed ...................................................................24
Stopping The Machine During A Print Run ................................................25
Reduction/Enlargement Printing (Reduce/Enlarge) ...................................27
Erasing Center And Edge Margins (Edge Erase/Center Erase) ...............31
Erasing Edge Margins (Edge Erase) ..........................................................34
Erasing The Shadow Of Pasted Originals (Paste Shadow Erase) ............36
Printing On Thick Or Thin Paper ...............................................................38
Photo Mode Printing (Type of Original) ....................................................40
Ink Saving (Economy Mode) ......................................................................42
Making Half-tone Prints (Tint Mode) ..........................................................43
Printing From Several Originals At Once (Auto Cycle) ..............................45
Printing With A Programmed Number Of Prints For Each Class
(One Touch Class Mode) ........................................................................47
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Combine 2 Originals ................................................................................ 63
Skip Feed Printing (Skip Feed Mode) ....................................................... 71
User Program ............................................................................................ 73
Printing Of Secret Documents (Security Mode) ......................................... 79
Recovering The Image Density (Quality Start) ........................................... 80
OPTIONAL FUNCTIONS .............................................................................82
Printing Using The Optional Document Feeder ......................................... 82
Color Printing Using The Optional Color Drum ........................................ 88
CHANGING DEFAULT SETTINGS (SERVICE PROGRAM MODE) .........94
How To Access Service Programs ........................................................... 94
How To Change Settings of Service Programs ......................................... 95
Service Program Menu ............................................................................... 102
User Codes ................................................................................................. 109
REPLENISHING SUPPLIES ........................................................................116
Loading Paper On The Paper Feed Table ................................................ 116
Supplying Ink .............................................................................................. 119
Master Roll Replacement ........................................................................... 121
Placing A New Roll Of Tape In The Tape Dispenser (Option) ................ 124
DAILY MAINTENANCE.................................................................................126
Exposure Glass ......................................................................................... 126
Platen Cover .............................................................................................. 126
Separation Roller (Optional Document Feeder) ....................................... 127
Paper Feed Roller (Paper Feed Table) ..................................................... 127
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................................128
When The Misfeed Indicator (Y)Is Lit ...................................................... 131
When The Supply/Exchange Indicators Are Lit ......................................... 150
When Other Indicators Are Lit..................................................................... 152
When The Prints Are Not Delivered In A Neat Stack, Or The Prints Are
Thrown Over The Paper Delivery Table ..................................................... 152
Poor Printing ............................................................................................... 153
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OPERATION NOTES....................................................................................158
General Cautions .........................................................................................158
Print Paper ...................................................................................................160
Originals .......................................................................................................160
COMBINATION CHART ..............................................................................161
SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................162
Main Frame .................................................................................................162
Document Feeder (Option)...........................................................................165
Consumables ..............................................................................................166
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GUIDE TO COMPONENTS
Machine Exterior
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1. Operation panel Operator controls and indicators are located
here. ☛See pages 5 ~ 7.
2. Platen cover Lower this cover over an original before printing.
3. Original table
release lever Use to open the original table unit when installing
the master.
4. Feed roller
pressure lever Use to adjust the contact pressure of the paper
feed roller according to paper thickness.
5. Separation roller
pressure lever Use to adjust the separation roller pressure to
prevent double feed.
6. Paper feed side
plates Use to prevent paper skew.
7. Paper feed table Set paper on this table for printing.
8. Side plate fine
adjusting dial Use to shift the paper feed table sideways.
9. Front cover Open to access to the inside of the machine.
10. Plate Flip over when you use One Touch Class func-
tion. ☛See page 47.
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Machine Interior
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1. Document feeder
(Option) Original inserted into the document feeder are in-
dividually and automatically fed onto and re-
moved from the exposure glass. ☛See page 82.
2. Master eject unit
open button Press to remove misfed paper or a misfed mas-
ter.
3. Master cut button Press this button to cut the master leading edge
after installing a new master roll.
4. Pressure release
lever Use to install the master roll.
5. Drum rotation
button Press to rotate the drum unit.
6. Drum unit lock
lever Lift to unlock and pull out the drum unit.
7. Drum unit The master is wrapped around this unit.
8. Ink holder Set the ink cartridge in this holder.
9. Main switch Use to turn the power on or off.
10. Paper delivery table Completed prints are delivered here.
11. Small size paper
delivery end plate Use to align the leading edge of prints that are
A4, 81/2" x 11" or smaller.
12. Paper delivery end
plate Use to align the leading edge of prints larger
than A4, 81/2" x 11".
13. Paper delivery side
plate Use to align the prints on the paper delivery table.
14. Wing guides When printing on thin or small size paper, lift
these guides. ☛See page 15.
15. Master eject
container cover Open when removing the master eject box.
❐Other options: Color Drums (red, blue, green, brown, yellow, purple, navy,
maroon, orange and teal)
Tape Dispenser
Key Counter
Cabinet
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Operation Panel
Keys
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1. Economy/Tint key
☛See pages 42 ~ 44.
2. Skip Feed key
☛ See page 71.
3. Image Density key
☛ See page 23.
4. Paste Shadow Erase key
☛See page 36.
5. Auto Cycle key
☛See page 45.
6. Master Making/Print key
Press to select Master Making or
Print mode.
7. Security key
☛See page 79.
8. Quality Start key
☛See page 80.
9. SP mode key
☛See page 94.
10. Edge Erase key
☛See page 34.
11. Edge Erase/Center Erase key
☛See page 31.
12. 13. 14. CS mode keys
☛See pages 97 ~ 101.
15. 16. Scroll keys
Press to select size and direction
of paper or original in Edge
Erase/Center Erase and Edge
Erase function.
Press to select the mode in Serv-
ice Program mode.
17. Type of Original key
☛See page 40.
18. Reduce key
☛See page 27.
19. Enlarge key
☛See page 29.
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20. Full Size key
Press to make full size prints.
21. Combine 2 Originals key
☛See page 63.
22. Image Position keys
☛See page 21.
23. Reset key
Press to reset the error indicators.
24. Program Class key
☛See page 47.
25. Program key
☛See page 73.
26. Proof key
Press to make proof prints.
27. Clear Modes key
Press to cancel all previously en-
tered settings.
28. Speed keys
☛See page 24.
29. Lower key
Press to lower the paper feed ta-
ble.
30. Clear key
Press to change the number set.
31. Number keys
Press to enter the number of
prints and data.
32. Enter key
Press to input data into memory.
33. Start key
Press to start making of a master
or printing.
34. Stop key
Press to stop the machine opera-
tion.
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Indicators
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1. Error indicators
These indicators are lit when a
non-standard condition occurs
within the machine. ☛See page
128.
2. Guidance Display
Press to stop the machine opera-
tion.
3. Master Making indicator
This indicator is lit when Master
Making mode is selected.
4. Print indicator
This indicator is lit when Print
mode is selected.
5. Speed indicators
These indicators show the printing
speed that is selected. ☛See
page 24.
6. Color Drum indicator
This indicator is lit when the op-
tional color drum unit is set. ☛
See page 88.
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
The machine’s location should be carefully chosen because environmental
conditions can affect its performance.
Optimum Environmental Conditions
❐Temperature: 10 - 30°C, 50 - 86°F
❐Humidity: Main frame: 20 - 90 % RH
Document feeder (option): 20 - 70 % RH
❐A strong and level base (A sturdy desk and cabinet etc.).
❐The machine must be level within 5 mm (13/64") both front to rear and left to
right.
❐Make sure to locate this machine in a large well ventilated room that has an air
turnover of more than 30 m3/hr/person.
Environments To Avoid
❐Direct sunlight or strong light (more than 1500 lux).
❐Locations directly exposed to cool air from an air conditioner or heated air from
a heater. (Sudden temperature changes from low to high or vice versa may
cause condensation within the machine.)
❐Dusty areas.
Access To The Machine
❐Place the machine near a power source, providing clearance as shown.
Machine
More than 20 cm, 8.0"
More than 60 cm, 23.7"
More than 60 cm,
23.7"
More than 60 cm, 23.7"
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REQUIREMENTS
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Power Connection
WARNING:
Only connect the machine to the power source described on the
inside front cover of this manual.
Avoid multi-wiring as it could cause an electric shock or a fire.
Avoid using an extension cord. Make sure the wall outlet is near
the machine and freely accessible so that in event of an emergency
it can be unplugged easily.
Do not damage, break or make any modifications to the power cord.
Do not place heavy objects on it, pull it hard or bend it more than
necessary. These actions could cause an electric shock or fire.
CAUTION:
When you move the machine, unplug the power cord from the wall
outlet to avoid fire or electric shock.
When you pull out the plug from the socket, grip the plug to avoid
damaging the cord and causing fire or electric shock.
❐Make sure the plug is firmly inserted in the outlet.
❐Avoid multiwiring.
❐Do not pinch the power cord.
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OPERATION
Printing Paper
❐The following types of print paper are not recommended for this machine.
•Paper smaller than 90 mm x 148 mm, 3.6" x 5.9"
•Paper larger than 297 mm x 432 mm, 11.6" x 17.0"
•Paper heavier than 209.3 g/m2, 55.6 lb
•Paper lighter than 47.1 g/m2, 12.5 lb
(However, 45 g/m2, 11.9 lb paper may be used when the printing speed
is setting 1, 2 or 3 and the separation pressure levers are in the "Thick"
position.)
•Roughly-cut paper
•Paper of different thickness in the same stack
•Buckled or curled paper
•Short grain paper
•Low stiffness paper
❐Correct curls in the paper before setting it in the machine. When you cannot
correct the paper curl, stack the paper with the curl face down. Otherwise the
paper might wrap around the drum or stains might appear.
❐Store paper where it will not curl or absorb moisture. Use paper soon after it is
unpacked.
❐Only use paper where the leading edge has two right angle corners, as shown
below.
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Originals
❐Originals that can be set on the exposure glass are as follows:
•Maximum size: 257 x 364 mm, 10.2" x 14.4"
•Maximum total thickness: 30 mm, 1.1"
•Maximum total weight: 5 kg, 11.0 lb
❐If you use paste-up originals, make sure the pasted parts hold firmly to the
base sheet and press the Paste Shadow Erase key. If the thickness of the
paste-up original is more than 0.1 mm and the space between the pasted parts
is less than 2 mm, 2/25", a shadow might appear on the prints.
❐If you use originals that have bold letters or solid images at the leading edges,
you might get prints with dirty edges. In this case, insert the widest margin first,
or raise the printing speed.
❐The first 5 mm, 0.2" of the leading edge cannot be printed. Make sure the
leading edge margin is at least 5 mm, 0.2".
5 mm, 0.2" Print
Original
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Preparation For Printing
1Carefully open the paper feed ta-
ble.
❐Keep hold the paper feed table until it
stops.
2Adjust the side plates to match
the paper size.
3Place the paper on the paper
feed table.
❐Correct the paper curl before setting
the paper. If you cannot do so, stack
the paper with the curl face down as
shown.
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