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Ricoh FW780 Service Manual

Ricoh FW780
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Ricoh FW780 Specifications

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BrandRicoh
ModelFW780
CategoryPrinter
LanguageEnglish

Summary

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICES

PREVENTION OF PHYSICAL INJURY

Safety guidelines for preventing physical harm during operation and maintenance.

HEALTH SAFETY CONDITIONS

Precautions for handling toner and developer to avoid health risks.

OBSERVANCE OF ELECTRICAL SAFETY STANDARDS

Guidelines for safe installation and maintenance by trained representatives.

OVERALL MACHINE INFORMATION

1. SPECIFICATIONS

Technical details including configuration, copy speed, size, power, and dimensions.

2. PAPER PATH

Illustrates the path paper takes from input to output.

3. DRUM PROCESSES

Explains the seven stages of image creation on the drum, from charging to quenching.

4. MECHANICAL COMPONENT LAYOUT

A diagram showing the arrangement of major mechanical parts within the machine.

DRUM UNIT

1.1 DRUM CHARACTERISTICS

Describes the properties of the organic photoconductor (OPC) drum and its sensitivity to light.

1.2 DRUM DRIVE

Explains the drive mechanism for the OPC drum, including gears and belt connections.

EXPOSURE

3.1 OVERVIEW

Describes the exposure process, including the role of the exposure lamp, fiber optics, and registration sensors.

3.2 PAPER AND ORIGINAL FEED

Explains the basic operation of feeding paper and originals, including sensor activation and timing.

DEVELOPMENT

4.1 OVERVIEW

Explains the development process, including the roles of the paddle roller, development roller, and doctor blade.

4.4 TONER DENSITY CONTROL

Details how the toner supply amount is determined based on TS level and copy conditions.

IMAGE TRANSFER AND PAPER SEPARATION

5.1 PRE-TRANSFER LAMP (PTL)

Explains the function of the pre-transfer lamp in reducing drum potential for easier transfer.

5.3 PAPER SEPARATION

Describes the paper separation process using AC corona and pick-off pawls.

CLEANING

6.1 OVERVIEW

Describes the drum cleaning process using a counter blade system and toner collection.

6.2 COLLECTION OF USED TONER

Explains the used toner overflow sensor and switch functions.

FUSING AND PAPER EXIT

8.1 OVERVIEW

Details the fusing unit components, temperature settings, and exit rollers.

8.3 FUSING TEMPERATURE CONTROL

Explains the circuit operation for controlling fusing temperature.

INSTALLATION

3.1 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Specifies environmental conditions for machine installation, including temperature, humidity, and dust levels.

3.2 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

Step-by-step instructions for installing the copier, including accessory checks.

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

1.1 PM TABLE

A schedule detailing maintenance tasks (inspect, clean, replace) at specific mileage intervals.

1.2 REGULAR PM PROCEDURE

Details the regular preventive maintenance procedures to be performed at set intervals.

SERVICE TABLES

2.1 TEST POINTS

Identifies key test points on the Main Board and Power Packs for diagnostic checks.

3.1 SERVICE PROGRAM MODE

Explains how to access and navigate the Service Program (SP) mode for checks and adjustments.

JAM CODE LIST

4.2 JAM CODE TABLE

A table listing jam codes, their causes, and corresponding Service Program (SP) mode numbers.

REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT

1. EXTERIOR COVERS

Instructions for removing and replacing the machine's outer covers, including side and rear covers.

3. DEVELOPMENT UNIT REMOVAL

Detailed procedure for removing the development unit, including accessory checks and cautions.

4.1 DRUM UNIT REMOVAL

Step-by-step guide for safely removing the drum unit, including timing belt and connector disconnection.

COPY QUALITY ADJUSTMENT

8.1 LIGHT SENSOR ADJUSTMENT

Procedure to adjust the light sensor to maintain correct light intensity for optimal copy density.

8.2 IMAGE BIAS ADJUSTMENT

Procedure to adjust the development bias voltage for image density control.

TROUBLESHOOTING

1.1 LOW IMAGE DENSITY

Troubleshooting steps for addressing issues with low image density, checking paper, toner, and sensors.

1.3 DIRTY BACKGROUND

Troubleshooting steps for resolving dirty background issues on copies.

SERVICE CALL CONDITION

6.2 SERVICE CALL CONDITIONS

Lists specific service call codes (SC codes) and their definitions for common errors.

SC Code E-1: Exposure Lamp Abnormal

Definition and points to check for Exposure Lamp Abnormal (SC Code E-1).

SPECIFICATIONS (Roll Feed Unit)

MECHANICAL OPERATION (Roll Feed Unit)

4.1 BASIC OPERATION

Explains the basic operation of the roll feed unit, including paper feeding and cutting.

REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT (Roll Feed Unit)

3.1 CUTTER UNIT REPLACEMENT

Instructions for replacing the cutter unit of the roll feeder.

3.7 CUT LENGTH ADJUSTMENT

Instructions for adjusting the paper cut length to correct errors.

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS

SUBJECT: PARTS CATALOG UPDATES

Information regarding updates to the parts catalog, including part number changes.

SUBJECT: ENERGY STAR MODIFICATION (DETAILS)

Details on modifications made to meet Energy Star requirements, including auto-off mode.

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICES

PREVENTION OF PHYSICAL INJURY

Critical safety warnings to prevent injury during machine handling and servicing.

HEALTH SAFETY CONDITIONS

Precautions for handling toner and developer to avoid health risks.

OVERALL MACHINE INFORMATION (A251/A252)

1.1 SPECIFICATIONS

Detailed technical specifications for the A251/A252 copiers.

1.2 PAPER PATH

Illustrates the paper path for A251/A252 copier models.

1.4 MECHANICAL COMPONENT

Diagram and list of mechanical components for A251/A252 models.

INSTALLATION (A251/A252)

3.1 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Specifies conditions for installing A251/A252 copiers, including environment and space.

3.2 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

Step-by-step instructions for installing the A251/A252 copier.

SERVICE TABLES (A251/A252)

4.3 SERVICE TOOLS

Lists service tools and provides access procedures for Service Program Mode.

4.3.2 INPUT/OUTPUT CHECK MODE

Describes how to check the status of electrical components and perform output checks.

JAM CODE LIST (A251/A252)

4.4.2 JAM CODE TABLE

A table listing jam codes, causes, and remarks for A251/A252 copiers.

REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT (A251/A252)

5.2 OPTICS

Covers the replacement and adjustment procedures for optical components.

5.4 DRUM UNIT

Procedures for removing and replacing the drum unit on A251/A252 models.

TROUBLESHOOTING (A251/A252)

6.2 SERVICE CALL CONDITIONS

Lists specific service call codes (SC codes) and their definitions for A251/A252 models.

SC Code E-1: Exposure Lamp Abnormal

Definition and points to check for Exposure Lamp Abnormal (SC Code E-1).

OVERALL MACHINE INFORMATION (B047/B048)

1.1 SPECIFICATIONS

Detailed technical specifications for the B047/B048 copiers.

1.2 PAPER PATH

Illustrates the paper path for B047/B048 copier models.

INSTALLATION (B047/B048)

3.1 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Specifies conditions for installing B047/B048 copiers, including environment and space.

3.2 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

Step-by-step instructions for installing the B047/B048 copier.

SERVICE TABLES (B047/B048)

4.3 SERVICE TOOLS

Lists service tools and provides access procedures for Service Program Mode.

4.3.1 SERVICE PROGRAM MODE

Explains how to access and use the Service Program mode for B047/B048 copiers.

JAM CODE LIST (B047/B048)

4.4.2 JAM CODE TABLE

A table listing jam codes, causes, and remarks for B047/B048 copiers.

REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT (B047/B048)

5.4 DRUM UNIT

Procedures for removing and replacing the drum unit on B047/B048 models.

5.5 FUSING

Procedures for servicing the fusing unit on B047/B048 models, including removal.

TROUBLESHOOTING (B047/B048)

6.2 SERVICE CALL CONDITIONS

Lists specific service call codes (SC codes) and their definitions for B047/B048 models.

SC Code E-1: Exposure Lamp Abnormal

Definition and points to check for Exposure Lamp Abnormal (SC Code E-1).

ROLL FEED UNIT B435/B436

SPECIFICATIONS

Technical specifications for the Roll Feed Unit B435/B436.

MECHANICAL OPERATION

Describes the mechanical operation and basic functions of the roll feed unit.

REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT (Roll Feed Unit)

3.1 CUTTER UNIT REPLACEMENT

Instructions for replacing the cutter unit of the roll feeder.

3.7 CUT LENGTH ADJUSTMENT

Instructions for adjusting the paper cut length to correct errors.

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS

SUBJECT: PARTS CATALOG UPDATES

Information regarding updates to the parts catalog, including part number changes.

SUBJECT: ENERGY STAR MODIFICATION (DETAILS)

Details on modifications made to meet Energy Star requirements, including auto-off mode.

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