Ricoh FT2012 User manual

This copier is a desktop plain paper copier carefully manufactured to

exacting standards of high performance. It consistently yields high

contrast copies with a superior finish.

This manual contains detailed instructions on the operation and main-

tenance of this copier. To get maximum versatility from this copier, all

operators should carefully read and follow the instructions in this

manual. Please keep this manual in a handy place near the copier.

Please read the next section before using this copier. It contains

important information related to USER SAFETY and PREVENTING

EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS.

When using your copier, the following safety precautions should

always be followed.

Safety During Operation

In this manual, the following important symbols are used:

WARNING:Ignoring this warning could cause serious injury or

even death.

Caution: Ignoring this caution could cause injury or damage to prop-

erty.

Examples Of Indications

A situation that requiresyou take care.

Do NOT carry out the operation represented by the symbol.

This example means "Do not take apart".

You MUST perform this operation. This example means

"You must remove the wall plug".

INTRODUCTION

SAFETY INFORMATION

INTRODUCTION, SAFETY INFORMATION

WARNING:

Only connect the copier to the power source described on the

inside front cover of thismanual. Avoid multi-wiring asit could

cause an electric shock or a fire.

Avoid using an extension cord. Make sure the wall outlet isnear

the copier 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 objectson 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 copier are at a high voltage

and could give you an electric shock. When the copier needs to

be checked, adjusted or repaired, contact your service

representative.

Do not take apart or attempt any modificationsto thiscopier.

There isa risk of fire, electric shock, explosion or lossof sight.

If the copier 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 cord from the wall. Do not continue using the copier in

this condition. Contact your service representative.

Do not put any containersholding metal objectsor water (e.g.

vases, flowerpots, glasses) on the copier. If the contents fall

inside the copier a fire or electric shock could occur.

Do not incinerate used toner or toner containers. Toner dust

might ignite when exposed to an open flame. Dispose of the

used toner containers according to local regulations.

SAFETY INFORMATION

If any metal, liquid or foreign matter fallsinto the copier,turn

off the main switch and unplug the main power cord. Contact

your service representative. Do not keep using the copier with a

fault or defect.

Do not plug or unplug the power cord with wet hands or an

electric shock might occur.

Cautions:

When you move the copier, 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 copier away from humidity and dust. A fire or an

electric shock might occur.

Do not place the copier on an unstable or tilted surface. If it

topplesover it could cause injury.

When the copier will not be used for a long time, unplug the

power cord.

If you use this copier in a confined space, make sure there is a

continuous air turnover.

When removing misfed paper, do not touch the fusing section

because it could be very hot.

This copier has been tested for safety using this supplier’s parts

and consumable. We recommend you only use these specified

supplies.

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WHERE TO PUT YOUR COPIER

The installation location should be carefully chosen because environ-

mental conditions greatly affect the performance of a copier.

Copier Environment

Optimum Environmental Conditions

❐Temperature: 10 - 30°C, 50 - 86°F

❐Humidity: 15 - 90%

❐Place upon a strong, stable, level

base with a flat, even surface. Do

not place on a surface that has

holes, ruts, cavities or is uneven

in any way.

❐The copier must be level within 3

mm, 0.11" both front to rear and

left to right.

❐To avoid a possible build-up of

ozone, make sure to locate this

copier in a large well ventilated

room that has air turnover of

more than 30 m3/hr/person.

Environments To Avoid

❐Locations exposed to direct sun-

light or strong light (more than

1,500 lux.)

WHERE TO PUT YOUR COPIER

❐Locations directly exposed to cool

air from an air conditioner or

heated air from a heater. (Sudden

temperature changes might cause

condensation within the copier.)

❐Places where the copier might be

subjected to frequent strong vi-

bration.

❐Dusty areas.

❐Areas with corrosive gases.

❐Places higher than 2,000 m, 6,500

ft above sea level.

WHERE TO PUT YOUR COPIER

Power Connection

WARNING:Only connect the copier to the power source described

on the inside front cover of thismanual. Avoid multi-

wiring as it could cause an electric shock or a fire.

Avoid using an extension cord. Make sure the wall out-

let is near the copier and freely accessible so that in

event of an emergency it can be unplugged easily.

❐Make sure the plug is firmly inserted in the outlet.

❐Voltage must not fluctuate more than 10%.

❐Do not set anything on the power cord.

❐Always turn the copier off when you have finished copying for the day.

Access To Copier

Place the copier near the power source, providing clearance as shown.

More than 20 cm (7.9")

More than 20 cm

(7.9")

More than 40 cm

(15.8")

WHERE TO PUT YOUR COPIER

WHERE IS IT &

WHAT IS IT

COPIER EXTERIOR.............................................................................2

COPIER INTERIOR...............................................................................3

OPERATION PANEL.............................................................................4

Type 1 .........................................................................................4

Type 2 .........................................................................................5

COPIER EXTERIOR

OPERATION

PANEL

There are two kinds

of panel depending

on your copier –

Type 1 and Type 2.

☛See pages 4 and

5 .

EXPOSURE GLASS

Position originals here

face down for copying. PLATEN COVER

Lower this cover

over originals for

copying.

TOP UNIT

Open to ac-

cess the inside

of the copier.

BYPASS FEED ENTRANCE

Use to copy onto OHP sheets,

adhesive labels, translucent

paper, and post cards.

BYPASS FEED GUIDES

Use to align copy paper

set in the bypass feed en-

trance.

MAIN SWITCH

Switches the copier

between on and off

condition.

COPY TRAY

Completed cop-

ies are delivered

here.

COPIER EXTERIOR

MANUAL POCKET

Insert the operator’s

manual here.

PAPER CASSETTE

This cassette can hold 250

sheets (81/2" x 11") or 100

sheets (81/2" x 14") of copy

paper.

COPIER EXTERIOR

COPIER INTERIOR

IMAGING UNIT

Replace the imaging unit

when the "iu" indicator is

lit or blinking. ☛See

page 35.

TRANSFER CORONA

WIRE

Clean this wire when

white streaks appear on

copies, or when image

density becomes un-

even.

☛See page 57.

BLUE MATERIAL (OPC)

Do not touch this unit

when you access the in-

side of the copier. Do not

expose this unit to the

light for a long time.

FUSING UNIT

Fuses the copy image to

the paper. When ac-

cessing the inside of the

copier, use caution. This

unit may be very hot.

TONER BOTTLE

Replace the toner bottle

when the Add Toner

indicator is lit or blink-

ing.

☛See page 31.

CHARGE CORONA WIRE

Clean thiswire when white

streaks appear on copies,

or when image density be-

comes uneven. ☛See

page 57.

COPIER INTERIOR

GUIDE

PLATES

If the reverse

side of copies

become dirty,

clean these

plates.

☛See

page 60.

COPIER INTERIOR

OPERATION PANEL

Type 1

1. Manual Image Density

indicators ☛See page 18.

2. Load Paper indicator ☛See page 30.

3. Add Toner indicator ☛See page 31.

4. Auto Image Density

indicator Indicates that the copier automatically con-

trols the image density.

5. Check Paper Path

indicator ☛See page 40.

6. Up (+) and Down (-)

keys Use to set the desired number of copies.

7. Start key Press to start copying.

8. Clear/Stop key Press to cancel the copy number entered.

While copying, press to stop copying.

9. Copy Counter Indicates the number of copies.

10. Lighter and Darker

keys ☛See page 18.

Clear/Stop

Start

Lighter Darker

Auto Image Density Quantity

567

10 98

OPERATION PANEL

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