Ricoh FT7970 Operating Instructions Manual

FT7950/7960/7970

Read this manual carefully before you use this product and keep it handy for future

reference.

For safety, please follow the instructions in this manual.

U.S.A.

RICOH CORPORATION

5 Dedrick Place

West Caldwell, New Jersey 07006

Phone: +1-973-882-2000

The Netherlands

RICOH EUROPE B.V.

Groenelaan 3, 1186 AA, Amstelveen

Phone: +31-(0)20-5474111

United Kingdom

RICOH UK LTD.

Ricoh House,

1 Plane Tree Crescent, Feltham,

Middlesex, TW137 HG

Phone: +44-(0)181-261-4000

Germany

RICHO DEUTSCHLAND GmbH

Mergenthalerallee 38-40,

65760 Eschbom

Phone: +49-(0)6196-9060

France

RICOH FRANCE S.A.

383, Avenue du Général de Gaulle

BP 307-92143 Clamart Cedex

Phone: +33-(0)1-40-94-38-38

RICOH COMPANY, LTD.

15-5, 1 chome, Minami-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo

Telephone: Tokyo 3479-3111

Overseas Affiliates

Spain

RICOH ESPAÑA S.A.

Avda. Litoral Mar, 12-14,

08005 Barcelona

Phone: +34-(0)93-295-7600

Italy

RICOH ITALIA SpA

Via della Metallurgia 12,

Zona Basson 37139 Verona

Phone: +39-(0)45-8181500

Hong Kong

RICOH HONG KONG LTD.

23/F., China Overseas Building,

139, Hennessy Road,

Wan Chai, Hong Kong

Phone: +852-2862-2888

Singapore

RICOH ASIA PACIFIC PTE.LTD.

260 Orchard Road,

#15-01/02 The Heeren,

Singapore 238855

Phone: +65-830-5888

FT7950/7960/7970 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Printed in Japan

UE USA A246-8607<B>

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Introduction

This manual contains detailed instructions on the operation and maintenance of this machine. To get

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 Safety Information before using this machine. It contains important information re-

lated to USER SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS.

Notes:

Some illustrations may be slightly different from your machine.

The model names of the machines do not appear in the following pages.

Check the model of your machine before reading this manual.(For details, see pages 1)

Type 1: FT7950

Type 2: FT7960

Type 3: FT7970

Certain options may not be available in some countries. For details, please contact your local dealer.

Warning:

Use of controls or adjustment or performance of procedures other than those specified in this manual

mighit result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Two kinds of size notation are employed in this manual. With this machine refer to the lnch version.

For good copy quality, Ricoh recommends that you use genuine Ricoh toner.

Ricoh shall not be responsible for any damage or expense that might result from the use of parts other

than genuine Ricoh parts in your Ricoh office product.

Power Source

120V, 60Hz, 20A or more

Please be sure to connect the power cord to a power source as above. For details about power

source, see P.107 "Power Connection”.

Note to users in the United States of America

Notice:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,

pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection

against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can

radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may

cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, these is no guarantee that interfer-

ence will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to

radio or television reception,which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is

encouraged to try to correct the interference by one more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver

is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio /TV technician for help.

Warning

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void

the use’s authority to operate the equipment.

1. Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must ve used for connections to host

computer (and/or peripheral) in order to meet FCC emission limits.

2. AC adapter with ferrite core must be used for RF interference suppression.

This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and

2. This device must accept any interference receiced,

including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Ricoh Corporation, 5 Dedrick Place, West Caldwell, NJ 07006

973-882-2000

Note to users in Canada

Note:

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003

Remarque concernant les utilisateurs au Canada

Avertissement:

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

In accordance with ISO Standard 7001, this machine user the following symbols for the main power switch:

a means POWER ON.

c means STAND BY.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

When using your machine, the following safety precautions should be always be followed.

In this manual, the following important symbols are used:

R

WARNING:

Ignoring this warning could cause serious injury or even death.

R

CAUTION:

Ignoring this caution could cause injury or damage to property.

Symbol R mean a situation that requires you take care.

Symbol v mean “Hot surface”.

Do NOT carry out the operation represented by this symbol

.

This example means “Do not take apart”.

Symbols ● mean you MUST perform this operation.

This example means “You must remove the wall plug”.

Safety During Operation

Examples Of Indications

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•

Only connect the machine to the power source described on the

inside front cover of this manual.

•

Avoid multi-wiring.

•

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 plug or unplug the power cord with your hands wet. Other-

wise, an electric shock might occur.

•

Make sure the wall outlet is near the machine and freely acces-

sible so that in event of an emergency it can be unplugged easily.

•

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 represen-

tatives.

•

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, immedi-

ately turn off the main switch then unplug the power cord from

the wall. Do not continue using the machine in this condition.

Contact your service representative.

•

If 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.

•

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.

R R

R

WARNING:

iii

•

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 for plastics.

iv

•

Keep the machine away from humidity and dust. A fire or an elec-

tric shock might occur.

•

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

topples over, it could cause injury.

•

After you move the machine, fix it with the caster fixture. Other-

wise, the machine might move or come down to cause a personal

injury.

•

When you move the machine, unplug the power cord from the

wall outlet to avoid fire or electric shock.

•

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

power cord.

•

When you pull out the plug from the socket, grip the plug to avoid

damaging the cord and causing fire or electric shock.

•

If you use the machine in a confined space, make sure there is a

continuous air turnover.

•

Do not reuse stapled paper. Do not use aluminium foil, carbon

containing paper or other conductive paper. Otherwise, a fire might

occur.

•

When removing misfed paper, do not touch the fusing section

because it could be very hot.

•

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

and consumables. We recommend you only use these specified

supplies.

•

Do not eat or swallow toner.

•

Keep toner(used or unused) and toner containers out of reach of

children.

•

This equipment is only to be installed by a qualified service per-

sonnel.

RR

R

CAUTION:

v

•

Deliver to collection point for waste products. Do not be disposed

of via domestic refuse collection.

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Specification

Type1 Type2 Type3

Power consumption 185W 210W 210W

Low Power Mode Default delay 15 min. 15 min. 15 min.

Recovery Time 30 sec. Immediate Immediate

Auto Off Mode

Power consumption 1W 1W 1W

Default delay 90 min. 90 min. 90 min.

Recycled paper:

Please contact your sales or service representative for recommended recycled paper types that

may be used in this copier.

Energy Star

®

As an Energy Star partner, we have determined

that this machine model meets the Energy Star

Guidelines for energy efficiency.

The Energy Star Guidelines intend to establish an international energy-saving system for

developing and introducing energy-efficient office equipment to deal with environmental is-

sues, such as global warming.

This products was designed to reduce the environment impact associated with copying

equipment by means of energy-saving features, such as Low Power mode, Auto Off mode,

and Duplex Priority.

• Low Power Mode

This copier automatically lowers its power consumption 1 minute after the last copying job

has been completed. To exit the Low Power mode, press the {Clear Modes/Energy Saver}

key. The copier returns to the ready condition in about 30 seconds. (Type 2 and Type 3 return

immediately.) To change the Low Power delay, see page 97 “Low Power Timer”.

• Auto Off Mode

To conserve energy, this copier automatically turns off 90 minutes after the last copying job

has been completed. To exit the Auto Off mode, turn on the main switch. To change the Auto

Off delay, see page 97 “Auto off”.

• Duplex Priority

To conserve paper resources, the Duplex function (1-Sided → 2-Sided) is selected preferen-

tially when you turn on the main switch, when you press the {Clear Modes/Energy Saver}

key, or when the copier resets itself automatically. To change the Duplex Priority mode, see

page 96 “Default Setting”.

Energy Star program

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HOW TO READ THIS MANUAL

Symbols

In this manual, the following symbols are used:

R

WARNING:

This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation that might result in death or serious injury

when you misuse the machine without following the instructions under this symbol. Be sure to

read the instructions, all of which are described in the Safety Information section.

R

CAUTION:

This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation that might result in minor or moderate

injury or property damage that does not involve personal injury when you misuse the machine

without following the instructions under this symbol. Be sure to read the instructions, all of

which are described in the Safety Information section.

* The statements above are notes for your safety.

Important

If this instruction is not followed, paper might be misfed, originals might be damaged, or data

might be lost. Be sure to read this.

Preparation

This symbol indicates the prior knowledge or preparations required before operating.

Note

This symbol indicates precautions for operation, or action to take after misoperation.

Limitation

This symbol indicates numerical limits, functions that cannot be used together, or conditions in

which a particular function cannot be used.

Reference

This symbol indicates a reference.

[

]

Keys that appear on the machine’s panel display.

{ }

Keys built into the machine’s operation panel.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

MACHINE TYPES ..................................................................................... 1

WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS MACHINE ............................................. 2

GUIDE TO COMPONENTS ....................................................................... 4

OPTIONS (EXTERNAL OPTIONS) ........................................................... 6

OPERATION PANEL................................................................................. 7

PANEL DISPLAY ...................................................................................... 8

GUIDANCE ............................................................................................. 10

1. BASICS

ORIGINALS ............................................................................................ 11

COPY PAPER ......................................................................................... 14

TONER.................................................................................................... 18

2. COPYING

BASIC PROCEDURE ............................................................................. 19

SETTING ORIGINALS ............................................................................ 21

Special Original..................................................................................... 23

BASIC FUNCTIONS................................................................................ 26

Adjusting Copy Image Density............................................................... 26

Selecting Copy Paper............................................................................ 28

Auto Reduce/Enlarge ............................................................................ 29

SORT/STACK/STAPLE ........................................................................... 30

Sort....................................................................................................... 30

Stack .................................................................................................... 32

Staple ................................................................................................... 33

PUNCH ................................................................................................... 35

COPYING FROM THE BYPASS TRAY.................................................... 36

PROGRAM.............................................................................................. 38

OTHER FUNCTIONS .............................................................................. 40

Energy Saver Mode .............................................................................. 40

Interrupt ................................................................................................ 40

User Codes........................................................................................... 41

Original Beeper ..................................................................................... 41

Presetting Copy Job .............................................................................. 41

Sample Copy ........................................................................................ 42

REDUCE/ENLARGE............................................................................... 43

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ZOOM ..................................................................................................... 45

SIZE MAGNIFICATION ........................................................................... 46

DUPLEX.................................................................................................. 47

1-Sided → 2-Sided................................................................................ 47

2-Sided → 2-Sided................................................................................ 49

SERIES DUPLEX.................................................................................... 50

Single (Left/Right Pages → 2-Sided) ..................................................... 50

Multi (Front/Back Pages → 2-Sided)...................................................... 51

SERIES COPIES..................................................................................... 52

Book → 1-Sided.................................................................................... 52

2-Sided → 1-Sided................................................................................ 53

COMBINE ............................................................................................... 54

Combine 2 Orig. (1-Sided × 2 → Book).................................................. 54

Combine 4 Orig. (1-Sided × 4 → 2-Sided Book)..................................... 55

SAVE/DELETE AREA............................................................................. 57

Save Area ............................................................................................. 58

Delete Area........................................................................................... 59

ERASE BORDER ................................................................................... 60

ERASE CENTER/BORDER.................................................................... 61

CENTERING ........................................................................................... 63

MARGIN ADJUSTMENT......................................................................... 64

COVER.................................................................................................... 65

Front Cover ........................................................................................... 65

Front/Back Covers................................................................................. 66

SLIP SHEET ........................................................................................... 67

Page Designate .................................................................................... 67

OHP Slip Sheet..................................................................................... 69

COMBINATION CHART.......................................................................... 70

3. WHAT TO DO IF SOMETHING GOES WRONG

IF YOU CANNOT START COPYING ....................................................... 71

IF YOU CANNOT MAKE CLEAR COPIES .............................................. 73

IF YOU CANNOT MAKE COPIES AS YOU WANT .................................. 74

IF COPY PAPER RUNS OUT.................................................................. 75

IF TONER RUNS OUT ............................................................................. 79

IF COPY PAPER OR AN ORIGINAL IS MISFED .................................... 81

CHANGING A PAPER SIZE ................................................................... 86

IF STAPLES RUN OUT ........................................................................... 88

IF A STAPLE IS JAMMED ...................................................................... 90

IF THE PUNCH WASTED BOX IS FILLED.............................................. 92

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4. USER TOOLS

ACCESSING THE USER TOOL .............................................................. 93

USER TOOLS MENU .............................................................................. 94

SETTINGS YOU CAN CHANGE WITH THE USER TOOLS .................... 96

1 Set operation modes ........................................................................ 96

Screen Saver................................................................................... 96

Default Setting ................................................................................. 96

Touch Panel in Waiting Mode ........................................................... 96

Panel beeper ................................................................................... 96

Job End Call.................................................................................... 96

2 Auto reset/Auto off ........................................................................... 97

Auto reset ........................................................................................ 97

Low Power Timer............................................................................. 97

Auto off............................................................................................ 97

User Code Mode Set ....................................................................... 97

SADF Auto reset ............................................................................. 97

3 Basic Functions................................................................................ 98

Auto Paper Select Priority................................................................ 98

Auto Paper Select............................................................................ 98

Paper Tray Display in APS mode ..................................................... 98

4 Reproduction Priority....................................................................... 98

Reproduction ratio priority setting..................................................... 98

Preset R/E key display..................................................................... 98

Shrink & Centre setting.................................................................... 98

5 Select special tray ............................................................................ 99

6 Features ............................................................................................ 99

Select feature display & priority setting ............................................ 99

Duplex mode priority setting ............................................................ 99

Erase centre width priority setting .................................................... 99

Margin Auto shift.............................................................................. 99

Erase border width priority setting.................................................... 99

7 Image Quality.................................................................................. 100

Image Density Level ...................................................................... 100

3 Side Full Image .......................................................................... 100

8 Tray ................................................................................................. 100

Paper Tray Priority ......................................................................... 100

Auto Tray Switching ....................................................................... 100

9 Management setting ........................................................................ 100

Set User Code(s)........................................................................... 100

Check/Reset copy count................................................................ 101

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Reset data for User Codes ............................................................ 101

Reset User Codes/Counters .......................................................... 101

Maximum copy input number ......................................................... 101

10 Peripherals Attachment ................................................................. 102

Special original mode priority setting.............................................. 102

Staple Selection ............................................................................ 102

Auto Sort ....................................................................................... 102

TOTAL COUNTER ................................................................................ 103

5. REMARKS

DO’S AND DON’TS .............................................................................. 105

WHERE TO PUT YOUR MACHINE ....................................................... 106

CLEANING YOUR MACHINE................................................................ 109

6. SPECIFICATIONS

COPIER ................................................................................................ 111

OPTIONS .............................................................................................. 117

INDEX ................................................................................................... 120

1

MACHINE TYPES

There are three models of this machine. The main differences between them is copy speed. To

make sure which model you have, see the inside front cover.

Copy speed

Type1: Metric version: 51 copies/minute (A4

K

)

50 copies/minute in France (A4

K

)

Inch version: 51 copies/minute (8

1

/

2

" × 11"

K

)

Type2: 60 copies/minute

Type3: 70 copies/minute

2

WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS MACHINE

3

4

GUIDE TO COMPONENTS

1.

Document Feeder (optional)

The document feeder automatically feeds a

stack of originals one by one.

2.

Exposure glass

Position originals here face down for copy-

ing. ⇒ See page 11 “ORIGINALS.”

3. External tray (optional)

Delivers copied paper with its face up.

4.

Main switch

5.

Operation panel

⇒ See page 7 “OPERATION PANEL.”

6.

Front cover

Open to access the inside of the machine.

7.

Paper trays

Set paper here. Tray 1 is a tandem tray in

which paper on the left side is automatically

supplied when the paper on the right side is

used up.

⇒ See page 75 “IF COPY PAPER RUNS

OUT.”

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

5

1.

Bypass tray

Used to copy onto OHP transparencies, ad-

hesive labels, translucent paper, post cards,

and non-standard size paper. ⇒ See page

36 “COPYING FROM THE BYPASS

TRAY.”

1.

Ventilation holes

Used to prevent the interior temperature

from increasing. Do not obstruct the venti-

lation hole by placing or leaning an object

near it. If the machine overheats, a fault

might occur.

1

6

OPTIONS

1.

Sorter stapler console type/Sorter

stapler console type with punch

20-bin multi-position sorter stapler.

2.

External tray

(Can be installed when the sorter sta-

pler is not installed.)

Delivers copied paper face up.

3.

Document Feeder

Feeds originals automatically, one sheet at

a time.

4.

Large Capacity Tray (LCT)

Holds a maximum of 3,500 sheets of paper.

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