Ricoh FT2050 Quick start guide

RICOH
RICOH FT2050/2070
FIELD SERVICE MANUAL
RICOH COMPANY LTD.

CONTENTS
SECTION 1 : INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
SECTION 2: UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION
SECTION 3: PREPARATIONS FOR TRANSPORTING THE COPIER
SECTION 4: SERVICE TABLES AND REMARKS
SECTION 5: REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT
SECTION 6: SORTER CS1040
SECTION 7: DOCUMENT FEEDER DF36
SECTION 8: TROUBLE SHOOTING
SECTION 9: ELECTRICAL DATA

CAUTIONS
1. Before installing the machine, make sure that there is a suitable ground (earth) available.
2. Since some parts of the copier are supplied with high voltage, make sure the main switch is off and the
power supply cord is unpluged before working on the copier.
3. When working on the fusing section, make sure that the fusing unit is cold.
4. When standing the clamshell straight up, place a block that has a height of approximately 80 mm (approx.
3") in front of the exit cover.
5. Do not turn on the safety switch when the clamshell is open.

SECTION 1
INSTALLATION
REQUIREMENTS

1-1.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Environment
Temperature Range :
Humidity Range :
Ambient Illumination :
Ventilation :
Ambient Dust :
Room Size
.
.
10°C to 30°C
7.
(50°F to 86°F)
15% to 90% RR
Less than 1,500 Iuxs (Do
not expose to direct
sunlight)
Room air should turn over
at least 3 times/hour.
Less than 0.1 5mg/m3
8.
More than 10m³ (13.4 yd³)
9.
10.
11.
If the installation place is air-conditioned or heated,
place the machine:
a.
b.
c.
Where it will not be subjected to sudden
temperature changes from low to high, or vice
versa.
Where it will not be directly exposed to cool air
from an air conditioner in the summer.
Where it will not be directly exposed to reflected
heat from a space heater in winter.
Avoid placing the copier in an area filled with
corrosive gas.
Avoid any area higher than 2,000m (6,500 feet)
above sea level.
Place the copier on a strong and level base.
Avoid any area where the copier may be subjected
to frequent strong vibration.
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1-2. Minimum Space Requirements More than 12 cm (4-3/4")
1. Front :70 cm (27-1/2")
2. Back :12 cm (4-3/4")
3. Right :70 cm (27-1/2")
4. Left :70 cm (27-1 /2")
1-3. Power Source
1. Input voltage level 3. Permissible extension cord:
110V/60Hz : More than 12A At least 300V, 30A capacity and less than 5m
115V/60Hz : More than 12A (16.4") long.
220V/50Hz : More than 6A
240V/50Hz : More than 6A Note: 1. Be sure to ground the machine.
(Do not connect the grounding wire to
2. Permissible voltage fluctuation: ±10%
a gas pipe.
2. Make sure the plug is firmly inserted in
the outlet.
3. Avoid multi-wiring.
4. Do not set anything on the power cord.
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SECTION 2
UNPACKING
AND
INSTALLATION

August 1, 1985
2-1. Unpacking Procedure
1. Take out the accessory box and the machine.
2. Remove the two cushion blocks.
3. Open the vinyl bag and take out the machine.
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August 1, 1985
Check that the accessories are in the quantities
according to the following list.
Cassette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 pcs.
(One is in the machine.)
Cassette Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..1 pc
Copy Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 pc
Manual Feed Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 pc
Master Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 pc
NOTE: Keep it in the box until installing it in the
copier.
Toner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1 cartridge (Black)
●
Operating instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 pc
N.E.C.R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 pc
Envelope for N.E.C.R. (115Vonly) . . . . . . . . . 1 pc
Multi-lingualDecal(220/240Vonly) . . . . . . . 1 pc
Paper Size Decal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 pc

2-2. Installation Procedure
1. Remove the two strips of tape.
2. Open the front cover.
3. Move the slider to the center and push down the
release lever to open the top unit.
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4. Remove the roller retainer.
5. Remove the two strips of tape.
6. Remove the three wedges from the new master
unit.
Note: Do not touch the master (purple material)
and avoid exposing it to light.
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7. Insert the master unit into the copier.
8. Peel off the
master.
9. Push the master unit up
cover that protects the
until it locks in place.
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August 1, 1985
10.
11.
12.
13.
Install the manual feed guide on the right side of the
machine.
Shake the new cartridge of toner well.
Set the pins of the toner cartridge into the slots on
the development unit. Then, turn the cartridge
counterclockwise.
Install the cartridge crank onto the shaft and turn
the cartridge crank clockwise to strip off the
cartridge seal.
Then, remove the cartridge crank and lower the top
unit.
Note: At installation, it is recommended to load
two cartridges of toner.
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14.
15.
16.
Lower the top unit.
Close the front cover.
Pull out the cassette tray unit it stops
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17. Remove the strip of tape and the silica gel.
18. Take out the cassette and the two cushion blocks.
I 19. Load paper into the cassette so that it is flush with
approximately 250
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the front and side fences.
NOTE: The cassette holds
sheets.
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20.
21.
22.
Press down the corners of the paper stack so that
they catch underneath the corner separators.
Set the cassette on the cassette tray.
Set the paper size flap.
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23. Push in the cassette tray until it stops.
24. Install the copy tray on the left side of the machine.
25. When not using this instruction booklet,
the holder on the back of the copier. place it in
26. Check machine operation and copy quality.
Fill out the New Equipment Condition Report.
This completes machine installation.

2-3. Cassette Modification
1.
2.
3.
4.
Remove the side fences and the rear fence (1 screw
each).
Reposition the fences to the desired paper size posi-
tion.
Insert the actuators in the proper slots on the front
of the cassette.
Attach the proper paper size decal on the paper size
flap.
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August 1, 1985
2-4. Main Transformer Conversion
1.
2.
3.
4.
(220 to 240V only)
Open the top unit and remove the development unit.
Swing up the upper feed guide (1 screw).
Remove the lower feed guide (4 screw).
Uncouple the 220V connector and couple the 240V
connector.
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August 1, 1985
2-5.
1.
2.
3.
Key Counter Holder Installation
Note: Three types of counters are recommended
for this copier (Ricoh, Hecon, and Hengstler
key counters).
Remove the upper right cover (4 screws.)
Remove the key counter cover and fixing plate from
the key counter bracket (2 screws).
Hold the fixing plate on the inside of the key counter
bracket and insert the key holder.
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