Ricoh Printer AP610 User Guide

Setup Guide  
Manuals for This Printer......................................................................................10  
Inside.....................................................................................................................14  
Control Panel........................................................................................................15  
Selecting the Display Language.........................................................................30  
Test Printing.........................................................................................................32  
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Copyright © 2004, 2005  
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Trademarks  
Microsoft, Windows and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft  
Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.  
IPS-PRINT Printer Language Emulation Copyright© 1999-2000 Oak Technolo-  
gy, Inc., All rights reserved.  
Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth-SIG Inc. worldwide.  
Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and might  
be trademarks of their respective companies. We disclaim any and all rights to  
those marks.  
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Safety Information  
When using your printer, the following safety precautions should always be fol-  
lowed.  
In this manual, the following important symbols are used:  
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not followed, could result in  
death or serious injury.  
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not followed, may result in  
minor or moderate injury or damage to property.  
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Confirm the wall outlet is near the machine and freely accessible, so  
that in the event of emergency, it can be unplugged easily.  
Only connect the machine to the power source described in the man-  
ual.  
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 nec-  
essary. These actions could cause an electric shock or fire.  
Do not incinerate spilled toner or used toner. Toner dust is flammable  
and might ignite when exposed to an open flame.  
Disposal should take place at an authorized dealer or an appropriate  
collection site.  
If you dispose of the used toner cartridges yourself, dispose of them  
according to local regulations.  
Do not store toner, used toner, or toner containers in a place with an  
open flame. The toner might ignite and cause burns or a fire.  
Plug and unplug the power cord with dry hands, or an electric shock  
could occur.  
Do not risk electric shock by handling the power cord or plug with wet  
hands.  
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. Also, if the machine has laser systems, di-  
rect (or indirect) reflected eye contact with the laser beam may cause  
serious eye damage. When the machine needs to be checked, adjust-  
ed, or repaired, contact your service representative.  
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 ma-  
chine has laser systems, there is a risk of serious eye damage.  
Be sure to turn off the power switch and wait for about 15 minutes be-  
fore cleaning the Registration roller. Not waiting for the printer to cool  
down can result in a burn.  
Keep the machine away from flammable liquids, gases, and aerosols.  
A fire or an electric shock might occur.  
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Do not handle the plug with wet hands. Doing so might cause an electrical  
shock.  
Keep the machine in an area that is within optimum environmental condi-  
tions. Operating the machine in an environment that is outside the recom-  
mended ranges of humidity and temperature can cause an electrical fire  
hazard. Keep the area around the socket free of dust. Accumulated dust  
can become an electrical fire hazard.  
Place the machine on a strong and level surface. Otherwise, it might fall and  
injure someone.  
If you use the machine in a confined space, ensure there is continuous air  
circulation.  
Keep toner (used or unused) and the toner containers out of reach of chil-  
dren.  
If toner or used toner is inhaled, gargle with plenty of water and move into  
a fresh air environment. Consult a doctor if necessary.  
If your skin comes into contact with toner or used toner, wash the affected  
area thoroughly with soap and water.  
If toner or used toner gets into your eyes, flush immediately with large  
amounts of water. Consult a doctor if necessary.  
If toner or used toner is swallowed, dilute by drinking a large amount of wa-  
ter. Consult a doctor if necessary.  
Avoid getting toner on your clothes or skin when removing a paper jam or  
replacing toner. If your skin comes into contact with toner, wash the affected  
area thoroughly with soap and water.  
If toner gets on your clothing, wash with cold water. Hot water will set the  
toner into the fabric and may make removing the stain impossible.  
Our products are engineered to meet the highest standards of quality and  
functionality. When purchasing expendable supplies, we recommend using  
only those provided by an authorized dealer.  
Do not pull out the paper tray forcefully. If you do, the tray might fall and  
cause an injury.  
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Before installing options, the machine should be turned off and unplugged  
for at least an hour. Components inside the machine become very hot, and  
can cause a burn if touched.  
Before moving the machine, unplug the power cord from the outlet. If the  
cable is unplugged abruptly, it could become damaged. Damaged plugs or  
cables can cause an electrical or fire hazard.  
When lifting the machine, use the grips on both sides. The machine could  
break or cause an injury if dropped.  
The printer weighs about 20 kg (44.1 lb.).When lifting the machine, use the  
inset grips on both sides. Otherwise the printer could break or cause injury  
if dropped.  
Do not touch the inside of the controller board compartment. Doing so may  
cause a malfunction or a burn.  
The inside of this printer becomes very hot. Do not touch parts labelled “v”  
(indicating a hot surface). Touching these parts will result in burns.  
Grip the plug, not the cord, when pulling the plug from the socket. Pulling  
the cord causes wear and tear that can result in fire or electric shock.  
Lifting the paper feed unit carelessly or dropping it may cause injury.  
When removing misfed paper, do not touch the fusing section because it  
becomes very hot.  
When you move the printer, remember to unplug the power cord from the  
wall outlet to avoid a fire or an electric shock.  
When you pull out the plug from the socket, grip the plug, not the cord, to  
avoid damaging the cord and causing a fire or an electric shock.  
When moving the printer after use, do not take out any of the Toners, Photo  
Conductor Units, nor the Waste Toner Bottle to prevent toner spill inside the  
machine.  
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Positions of RWARNING and RCAUTION  
labels  
This machine has labels for RWARNING and RCAUTION at the positions  
shown below. For safety, please follow the instructions and handle the machine  
as indicated.  
Do not incinerate toner or toner containers. Toner dust may cause flashback  
when exposed to open flames.  
The inside of this printer becomes very hot. Do not touch parts with this label (in-  
dicating a hot surface). Touching these parts will result in burns.  
The inside of this printer becomes very hot. Do not touch parts with this label (in-  
dicating a hot surface). Touching these parts will result in burns.  
The inside of this printer becomes very hot. Do not touch parts with this label(in-  
dicating a hot surface). Touching these parts will result in burns.  
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ENERGY STAR Program  
As an ENERGY STAR Partner, we have deter-  
mined that this machine model meets the EN-  
ERGY 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 issues,  
such as global warming.  
When a product meets the ENERGY STAR Guidelines for energy efficiency, the Partner shall  
place the ENERGY STAR logo onto the machine model.  
This product was designed to reduce the environmental impact associated with office equip-  
ment by means of energy-saving features, such as Low-power mode.  
Low-power Mode (Energy Saver mode)  
This printer automatically lowers its power consumption 30 minutes after the  
last operation has been completed. To exit Low-power (Energy Saver) mode,  
press any key on the control panel. For more information about how to con-  
figure Energy Saver mode, see “Making Printer Settings with Control Panel”,  
Software Guide as a HTML file on the CD-ROM.  
Specifications  
Energy Saver mode  
Power Consumption  
Default Time  
With Options: 9 W or less  
Printer Only: 5.5 W  
30 minutes  
- Recycled Paper  
In accordance with the ENERGY STAR Program, we recommend use of recy-  
cled paper which is environment friendly. Please contact your sales representa-  
tive for recommended paper.  
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Manuals for This Printer  
For particular functions, see the relevant parts of the manual.  
Setup Guide (this manual)  
Provides information about printer setup and options.  
Maintenance Guide  
Provides information about paper, replacing supplies, and dealing with paper  
jams and error messages.  
Software Guide (HTML)  
Provides basic information about installing the printer driver and software, us-  
ing the printer in a network environment, and configuration and setup.  
Also, provides information about configuring and monitoring printer status us-  
ing software and a Web browser.  
Some functions cannot be used depending on your printer.  
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How to Read This Manual  
The following set of symbols is used in this manual.  
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.  
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 sym-  
bol. Be sure to read the instructions, all of which are described in the Safety In-  
formation section.  
* The statements above are notes for your safety.  
If this instruction is not followed, paper might be misfed, originals might be dam-  
aged, or data might be lost. Be sure to read this.  
This symbol indicates information or preparations required prior to operating.  
This symbol indicates precautions for operation, or actions to take after abnormal  
operation.  
This symbol indicates numerical limits, functions that cannot be used together,  
or conditions in which a particular function cannot be used.  
This symbol indicates a reference.  
[ ]  
Keys that appear on the machine's display.  
Keys and buttons that appear on the computer's display.  
{ }  
Keys built into the machine's control panel.  
Keys on the computer's keyboard.  
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Guide to the Printer  
Exterior  
1. Paper Size Dial  
Adjust this dial to match the size and feed direction of the paper loaded in the paper tray.  
2. Bypass Tray Extension  
Pull out this extension to load paper into the Bypass Tray when its length is longer than  
A4 L or 81/2× 11”L.  
3. Bypass Tray  
Use to print onto thick paper, OHP transparencies, adhesive labels, custom size paper,  
envelopes as well as plain paper. When printing on custom paper size, printer driver set-  
tings are required.  
Up to 100 sheets of plain paper (80 g/m2, 20 lb.) can be loaded.  
See “Paper and Other Media Supported by this Printer” and “Loading Paper in the By-  
pass Tray”, Maintenance Guide.  
4. Output Tray Extension  
Pull out this extension when printing on long paper.  
5. Control Panel  
Contains keys for the printer operation and a panel display that shows the printer status.  
6. Output Tray (Standard Tray)  
Printed output is stacked here with the print side facing down.  
7. Paper Exit Cover  
Open this cover to remove misfed paper.  
8. Ventilator  
This hole helps to keep components inside the printer from overheating.  
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Do not block or obstruct the ventilator. A malfunction may occur due to over-  
heating.  
9. Front Cover Release Button  
Use this button to open the front cover.  
10. Power Switch  
Use this switch to turn the printer power on and off.  
11. Paper Tray (Tray 1)  
Loads up to 500 sheets of plain paper (80 g/m2, 20 lb.) into this tray for printing.  
See “Paper and Other Media Supported by this Printer”, Maintenance Guide.  
Paper Tray is displayed “Tray 1” on the panel display.  
12. Friction Pad  
This is required to feed in paper one sheet at a time. Clean the friction pad when more  
than one sheet of paper is fed into the printer. Also, replace the friction pad when the  
message, “Replace Maintenance Kit”, appears.  
13. Paper Tray Cover  
Attach it when pulling out the tray extension of the paper tray.  
14. Power Cord  
Connect this cord into a wall outlet.  
15. Rear Cover  
Remove to install the optional duplex unit or to replace the fusing unit.  
16. Ventilators  
These holes help to keep components inside the printer from overheating.  
Do not block or obstruct the ventilators. A malfunction may occur due to over-  
heating.  
17. Controller Board  
Slide it out to install some options. Attach the interface cable, the network interface cable  
or the 1394 interface cable to the board.  
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Guide to the Printer  
Inside  
1. Toner Cartridge  
Includes toner and a photo conductor unit.  
When “Replace Toner Cartridge” appears on the panel display, replace this unit.  
2. Front Cover  
Open this cover when accessing the inside of the printer.  
3. Guide Board  
Open this board to remove misfed paper.  
4. Registration Roller  
Feeds the paper. If it becomes dirty, clean it.  
See “Cleaning the Registration Roller”, Maintenance Guide.  
5. Transfer Roller Cover  
Open this cover when replacing a transfer roller.  
6. Transfer Roller  
When “Replace Maintenance Kit” appears on the panel display, replace this roller.  
7. Fusing Unit Lock Levers  
Lift these levers when replacing the fusing unit.  
8. Fusing Unit  
Fuses the image onto paper.  
When “Replace Maintenance Kit” appears on the panel display, replace this unit.  
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Guide to the Printer  
Control Panel  
1. Display  
Shows the current status of the printer and error messages.  
See “Error & Status Messages on the Control Panel”, Maintenance Guide.  
2. Power indicator  
Is on while the printer power is on.  
Is off when the power is turned off or while the printer is in Energy Saver mode.  
3. Alert indicator  
Blinks or lights up whenever any printer error occurs. A message describing the cause  
of the error also appears on the display.  
See “Error & Status Messages on the Control Panel”, Maintenance Guide.  
4. Data In indicator  
Blinks while the printer is receiving data from a computer.  
Is on if there is data to be printed.  
5. {Online} key  
Press this key to switch the printer between online and offline.  
6. {Job Reset} key  
When the printer is online, press this key to cancel any ongoing print job.  
See “Canceling a Print job”, Software Guide.  
7. {Form Feed} key  
If the printer is offline, press this key to print all the data left in the printer's input buffer.  
This does not work if the printer is online.  
8. {Menu} key  
Press this key to make and check the current printer settings.  
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Guide to the Printer  
See “Making Printer Settings Using the Control Panel”, Software Guide.  
9. {Escape} key  
Press this key to return to the previous condition on the display.  
10. {# Enter} key  
Press this key to execute menu items selected on the display.  
Press this key to clear some errors.  
See “Troubleshooting”, Maintenance Guide.  
11. {U} {T} keys  
Use these keys to increase or decrease values on the display when making settings.  
Keep the key pressed to quicken scrolling, and increase or decrease values on the dis-  
play in units of 10.  
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Setting Up  
Where to Put the Printer  
The printer's location should be carefully chosen because environmental condi-  
tions greatly affect its performance.  
Confirm the wall outlet is near the machine and freely accessible, so  
that in the event of emergency, it can be unplugged easily.  
Only connect the machine to the power source described in the man-  
ual.  
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 nec-  
essary. These actions could cause an electric shock or fire.  
Do not handle the plug with wet hands. Doing so might cause an electrical  
shock.  
Keep the machine in an area that is within optimum environmental condi-  
tions. Operating the machine in an environment that is outside the recom-  
mended ranges of humidity and temperature can cause an electrical fire  
hazard. Keep the area around the socket free of dust. Accumulated dust  
can become an electrical fire hazard.  
Place the machine on a strong and level surface. Otherwise, it might fall and  
injure someone.  
If you use the machine in a confined space, ensure there is continuous air  
circulation.  
Space Required for Installation  
Leave enough space around the printer. This space is necessary to operate  
the printer. The recommended (or minimum) space requirements are as fol-  
lows:  
A: 10 cm (4 inches) or more  
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B: 10 cm (4 inches) or more  
C: 100 cm (39.4 inches) or more  
D: 10 cm (4 inches) or more  
Optimum Environmental Conditions  
Permissible and recommended temperature and humidity ranges are as fol-  
lows:  
• White area: Permissible Range  
• Gray area: Recommended Range  
The machine must be level within 5 mm, 0.2” from both front to rear and left  
to right.  
To avoid possible build-up of ozone, locate this machine in a large well ven-  
tilated room that has an air turnover of more than 30 m3/hr/person.  
When you use this machine for a long time in a confined space without  
good ventilation, you may detect an odd smell. To keep the workplace  
comfortable, we recommend you keep it well ventilated.  
Environments to Avoid  
Areas exposed to direct sunlight or strong light  
Dusty areas  
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Areas with corrosive gases  
Areas that are excessively cold, hot, or humid  
Locations near air conditioners or humidifiers  
Locations near other electronic equipment  
Locations subject to frequent strong vibration  
Power Source  
Connect the power cable to a power source of the following specification:  
• 120 V, 60 Hz, 8.4 A or more  
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Setting Up  
Unpacking the Printer and Checking the  
Contents of the Box  
A Check the contents of the box according to the following list. If one or  
some items are missing, please contact your sales or service represen-  
tative.  
The interface cable is not included in the box. Make sure that the interface  
cable you use, is appropriate for your computer.  
Manuals and CD-ROMs  
Setup Guide (This manual)  
Maintenance Guide  
CD-ROM “Printer Drivers and Utilities”  
CD-ROM “Display-Version Manuals (HTML)”  
CD-ROM “Print-Version Manuals (PDF)”  
Parts  
Paper Tray Cover  
Additional Documentation  
B Remove the plastic bag. Lift the printer and move it to the place where  
you want to install it.  
When lifting the machine, use the inset grips on both sides. Otherwise the ma-  
chine could break or cause injury if dropped.  
C Remove the orange adhesive tape.  
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Lower the machine slowly and carefully to prevent trapping your hands.  
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Setting Up  
Installing the Toner Cartridge  
The following procedure describes how to install the toner cartridge.  
Do not incinerate spilled toner or used toner. Toner dust is flammable  
and might ignite when exposed to an open flame.  
Disposal should take place at an authorized dealer or an appropriate  
collection site.  
If you dispose of the used toner cartridges yourself, dispose of them  
according to local regulations.  
Do not store toner, used toner, or toner containers in a place with an  
open flame. The toner might ignite and cause burns or a fire.  
Keep toner (used or unused) and the toner containers out of reach of chil-  
dren.  
If toner or used toner is inhaled, gargle with plenty of water and move into  
a fresh air environment. Consult a doctor if necessary.  
If your skin comes into contact with toner or used toner, wash the affected  
area thoroughly with soap and water.  
If toner or used toner gets into your eyes, flush immediately with large  
amounts of water. Consult a doctor if necessary.  
If toner or used toner is swallowed, dilute by drinking a large amount of wa-  
ter. Consult a doctor if necessary.  
Avoid getting toner on your clothes or skin when removing a paper jam or  
replacing toner. If your skin comes into contact with toner, wash the affected  
area thoroughly with soap and water.  
If toner gets on your clothing, wash with cold water. Hot water will set the  
toner into the fabric and may make removing the stain impossible.  
Our products are engineered to meet the highest standards of quality and  
functionality. When purchasing expendable supplies, we recommend using  
only those provided by an authorized dealer.  
Do not expose the toner cartridge to a light for a long time. If you do, the toner  
will be damaged and the printing quality might be reduced.  
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The toner cartridges that comes with the printer will allow you to print up to  
about 3,000 pages. These numbers were obtained from printing A4 K5%  
charts, but the actual number of pages will vary depending on the paper type,  
size, contents, and settings.  
Toner cartridges (consumable) are not covered by warranty. However, if there  
is problem, contact the store where they ware purchased.  
A Open the front cover by pushing the front cover release button.  
B Remove the fixing material inserted between toner cartridge and the  
printer.  
C Lift the front side of the toner cartridge, and then pull it out of the printer.  
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Do not hold the toner cartridge upside down or stand it vertically.  
Do not put the toner cartridge on an unstable or tilted surface.  
D Place the toner cartridge on a flat surface. Pull out the tape inside the  
unit horizontally while holding the cartridge with one hand as shown in  
the illustration.  
Be sure to remove the tape completely before installing the toner cartridge.  
Otherwise, the printer might be damaged.  
If you pull out the strips when the toner cartridge is slant or standing on its  
side, the cartridge might cause trouble with the printer.  
Be sure to pull the tape horizontally. Pulling it upward or downward may  
cause the toner to scatter.  
After pulling the tape out of the cartridge, toner scatters easily. Do not  
shake the cartridge.  
E Hold the grips of the toner cartridge, and then insert it into the printer  
until it stops.  
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F Insert the toner cartridge in its appropriate position by gently pushing  
down.  
G Close the front cover by pressing the indentations on the left and right  
sides.  
Do not close the front cover with force. If you cannot close the cover easily,  
pull out the toner cartridge from the printer and insert it again. After that,  
close the front cover again.  
Dispose of removed fixing material and tape in the same manner as ordi-  
nary plastic waste.  
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Setting Up  
Loading Paper  
The following describes how to load paper into the standard paper tray (Tray 1).  
Do not pull out the paper tray forcefully. If you do, the tray might fall and  
cause an injury.  
To avoid paper jams, make sure paper is not stacked above the limit mark in-  
side the tray. Misfeeds might occur.  
Do not mix different types of paper in a single paper tray.  
A Lift the paper tray slightly, and then pull it out until it stops.  
Do not touch the three white pins on the left front of the printer.  
B Lift the front side of the tray, and then pull it out of the printer.  
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C Load the new paper into paper tray with print side up.  
Confirm that the top of the stack is not higher than the limit mark inside the  
tray.  
Confirm that the paper fits under the rear guides.  
When loading paper other than A4L(long-edged feed) or 81/2 × 11L(long-  
edged feed), adjust the paper size dial to match the size and feed direction  
of the paper in the paper tray.  
When loading paper other than A4K(short-edged feed) or 81/2  
×
11K(short-edged feed), you should extend the tray.  
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D Carefully slide the paper tray into the printer until it stops.  
Confirm that the setting of the paper size dial matches the sizes and feed  
direction of the paper in the tray. Otherwise, the printer might be damaged  
or a printing problem might occur.  
Do not slide the paper tray in and out with force. If you do, the front and  
side paper guides will move out of the place.  
For details about usable types of paper, see “Loading Paper”, Maintenance  
Guide.  
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