Ricoh Aficio 1515 User Manual

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Safety Information
When using this machine, the following safety precautions should always be fol-
lowed.
Safety During Operation
In this manual, the following important symbols are used:
R WARNING:
R
WARNING:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions
are not followed, could result in death or serious injury.
R
CAUTION:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not
followed, may result in minor or moderate injury or damage to property.
• Disconnect the power plug (by pulling the plug, not the cable) if the
power cable or plug becomes frayed or otherwise damaged.
•
To avoid hazardous electric shock or laser radiation exposure, do not
remove any covers or screws other than those specified in this manu-
al.
• Turn off the power and disconnect the power plug (by pulling the plug,
not the cable) if any of the following occurs:
• You spill something into the machine.
• You suspect that your machine needs service or repair.
• The external housing of your machine has been damaged.
• Do not incinerate spilled toner or used toner. Toner dust might ignite
when exposed to an open flame.
•
Disposal can take place at our authorized dealer.
•
Dispose of the used toner bottle in accordance with the local regula-
tions.
• Connect the machine only to the power source described on the inside
front cover of this manual. Connect the power cord directly into a wall
outlet and do not use an extension cord.
•
Do not damage, break or make any modifications to the power cord.
Do not place heavy objects on it. Do not pull it hard nor bend it more
than necessary. These actions could cause an electric shock or fire.
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Ricoh Aficio 1515 Specifications

General

Print Technology	Laser
Functions	Print, Copy, Scan
Print Speed	15 ppm
Print Resolution	600 x 600 dpi
Copy Speed	15 cpm
Copy Resolution	600 x 600 dpi
Scan Resolution	600 x 600 dpi
Max Paper Size	A4
Paper Capacity	250 sheets
Memory	16 MB
Interface	USB 2.0
Supported OS	Windows, Mac OS

Summary

Important Notices

How to Read This Manual

Understanding Manual Symbols

Explains warning, caution, and other symbols used for clear communication.

Machine Safety and Precautions

Safety During Operation Guidelines

Details critical safety instructions and warnings for operating the machine.

Warning and Caution Label Locations

Identifies the locations of warning and caution labels on the machine for user awareness.

Powering the Machine On and Off

Turning On the Machine Power

Step-by-step instructions for powering on the machine using both switches.

Turning Off the Machine Power

Procedure for safely powering off the machine, including main and operation switches.

Energy Saving Features

Information on how the machine conserves energy through Low Power and Auto Off modes.

Control Panel and Display Operation

Control Panel Layout and Key Functions

Overview of the control panel buttons, indicators, and their basic functions.

Understanding the Machine Display

Explains the display screen, messages, and initial copy display elements.

Navigating with Display Keys

Guide on using selection and scroll keys to interact with the machine's display.

Placing Originals for Copying

Originals and Recommended Sizes

Details on recommended original sizes and weights for optimal copying.

Placing Originals on the Exposure Glass

Instructions for positioning originals correctly on the exposure glass.

Placing Originals in the ADF

Guidance for feeding originals into the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF).

Selecting Original Sizes

Steps to specify regular or custom sizes for the originals being copied.

Copying Procedures and Functions

Basic Copying Procedure

Step-by-step guide to perform a standard copy job.

Copying from the Bypass Tray

Instructions for using the bypass tray for special paper types and sizes.

Adjusting Image Density

How to lighten or darken the copied image to match the original.

Selecting Original Type Settings

Optimizing copy quality by selecting settings for text or photo originals.

Preset and Custom Reduce/Enlarge

Using preset ratios or custom zoom for scaling copy images.

Using the Sort Function

Assembling copies into sets using the automatic sort feature.

Duplex Copying Options

Guide to making two-sided copies from one-sided originals.

One-Sided Combine Copying

Combines two one-sided pages onto one side of a sheet.

Two-Sided Combine Copying

Combines four one-sided pages onto two sides of a sheet.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Resolving Machine Operation and Error Messages

Solutions for messages, non-operation, and memory full errors.

Addressing Poor Copy Quality

Troubleshooting steps for issues like dirty, light, or blank copies.

Paper Loading and Toner Handling

Procedures and precautions for loading paper and managing toner.

Removing and Inserting Toner

Step-by-step instructions for replacing toner bottles.

User Tools for Copier Features

Accessing and Changing Settings

How to enter User Tools and modify default copier settings.

Configuring Auto Tray Switching

Setting up automatic paper tray selection when paper runs out.

Optimizing Original Type Settings

Adjusting settings for different original types to improve copy quality.

Managing Orientation and Reproduction Ratios

Setting original/copy orientation and preferred reduce/enlarge ratios.

Duplex Margin and R/E Priority

Specifying duplex binding margins and priority for reduce/enlarge settings.

Remarks and Maintenance

Operational Do's and Don'ts

Key guidelines and prohibitions for proper machine operation.

Machine Placement and Environmental Conditions

Recommendations for ideal placement and environmental factors affecting performance.

Moving and Powering the Machine Safely

Safe procedures for moving the machine and connecting power.

Cleaning Key Machine Components

Instructions for cleaning the exposure glass, cover, and ADF for optimal clarity.

Specifications and Supplementary Information

Function Combination Compatibility

Chart indicating which machine functions can be used together.

Bypass Tray and Reduce/Enlarge Ratios

Paper sizes for bypass tray and available preset reduce/enlarge ratios.

Zoom, Duplex, and Combine Specifications

Details on custom zoom, duplex paper requirements, and combine function limits.