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RICOH FW740 Operating Instructions - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 2
eingeräumt. RICOH COMPANY, LTD. (Name des Herstellers/Importeurs) For good copy quality, Ricoh recommends that you use genuine Ricoh toner. Ricoh shall not be responsible for any damage or expense that may result from the use of parts other than genuine Ricoh parts in your Ricoh office product. - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 3
In accordance with ISO Standard 7001, this machine uses the following symbols for the main switch: means POWER ON. means POWER OFF. means STAND BY Note: Some illustrations may be slightly different from your machine. Overseas Affiliates U.S.A. RICOH CORPORATION 5 Dedrick Place West Caldwell, New - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 4
injury. WARNINGS F Since some parts of the copier are supplied with high electrical voltage, touch only the parts specified in this manual. F Do not modify or replace any parts other than the ones specified in this manual. F Do not incinerate toner or toner containers. Toner dust could ig- nite when - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 5
plugged in. F When the copier will not be used for a long period, disconnect the power cord. F If the copier must be transported by vehicle, please contact your service representative. F This copier can only be installed by a qualified service repre- sentrative. F When the copier is plugged in and - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 6
your original gets stuck in the copier, press the Emergency Stop key . 1. Open the copy paper table. 2. Open the original guides but do not force them. the copy and original guides (option) on the copy table to match the size of your copy paper and your original. * Original guides are shown closed to - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 7
lights up on the operation panel. C 6. Place the sheet of copy paper on the copy table. Slide the paper straight into the copier until it stops. The copier will soon pull it in. Once the paper is set, the beeper will sound. 7. Wait until the Set Original indicator lights up on the operation - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 8
. The copy is delivered from the slot on top of the copier . ¬ About the original guides... The original guides you pulled out at the exit keep the original from going into the copy paper entrance. Always use the original guides with originals thinner than 0.1 mm, with very long originals, or - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 9
fed to the copier from the roll feeder. You should first input the paper length and other settings, then press the RF Select key , and lastly place the original on the top table (the original table). Follow the procedure below. 1. Set the original guides (option) to match the size of your original - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 10
Feeder COPYING 3. When the RF Select indicator lights up on the panel, press the RF Select key. The roll feeder starts. Once the copier has set the copy paper, the beeper will sound. 4. Wait until the Set Original indicator lights up on the operation panel. C 5. Place your original face up on - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 11
after each copy. If you're not using the roll feeder option, you also have to set the copy paper for each copy. 1. Follow the copying, press the Clear/Stop key. The copier will finish the copy being made, then stop. 2. Proceed as for a usual copy, with sheet paper (page 1) or with the roll feeder - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 12
Making Copies Darker Or Lighter COPYING Making Copies Darker Or Lighter To make darker or lighter copies, you should change the copier's density setting. There are 14 density levels: the standard density level, three darker levels, and 10 lighter levels. Set the density with the Lighter and - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 13
(fig. b). The copier does this by shifting paper. If you want to create a blank margin at the trailing edge, simply set the paper size. The diagram has a 5 cm (2") margin all around, but you want a 10 cm (4") margin at the top to give you space to write notes. Make your copy following the instructions - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 14
Leaving A Blank Margin At The Leading Edge COPYING ¶ · Press the Function Select key until the ar- The margin is displayed here, row points at Lead Margin. in millimeters. C C/ ¸ Press the + key until the display shows 5.0. When you have the margin you want, continue as for any other copy. - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 15
in the lead margin display. Then, proceed as for a usual copy, with a sheet of paper or with the roll feeder. As the original is fed into the copier, press the Function Select key when the beginning of the part you want to copy (a) goes in; the "P" will stop blinking and stay on. Press - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 16
Copying Only A Selected Portion Of The Original COPYING Example: copying the middle band of an A2 poster Suppose you are copying an A2 size poster (about 17" x 22") of a seashell, as shown on the previous page, and you want to copy only the middle portion of the shell. Follow - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 17
from the rear of the copier. This way, the original will not turn inside the machine, but will travel straight through. Use the rear table to copy originals that can't or shouldn't be bent. Do not insert originals thicker than 3mm (about 1/8"). 1. Lower the exit copy guide - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 18
the copy might come out creased or wavy. To make a copy, the copier deposits a layer of black resin powder, called toner, on the copy paper. It then applies heat so that the toner melts and fuses to the paper. Some papers require more heat to fuse well, others less. Press the copy media key - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 19
's default settings so that those you want appear every time you turn the copier on or press the Clear Modes key. 1-Programming a collection of settings If you often find yourself using the same margin and density settings, you can have these settings appear at the stroke of a single key. Press - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 20
always set a lead margin of 10 or 20 mm, or that you always use the roll feeder with a particular length of paper. In this case, you might want to change the settings that appear when you turn on the copier or press the Clear Modes key . To do so, follow the steps below - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 21
effect. What Your Service Representative Can Change Your service representative can adjust some of your copier's features. Here's a list of changes the service representative can make for you. F Copy media default: The copy media setting can be adjusted to match the kind of paper you use. F Count up - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 22
: When you press the preset length key, the copier scrolls through a selection of preset paper sizes. The copier can scroll through the preset lengths forward or backward, and at different speeds. There are many sets of sizes from which to choose. Ask your service representative for details. 17 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 23
new bottle make sure it is perfectly set in its holder. Follow the steps below. 1. Open the upper unit of the copier. 2. Open the door on the right side of the copier. 3. Carefully remove the plastic bottle and throw it away. WARNING: Do not incinerate used toner. Toner dust can ignite suddenly. 18 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 24
The Toner Bottle MAINTAINING YOUR COPIER 4. Place a new bottle in the copier (supplied by your service representative). 5. Close the door. 6. Close the upper unit. 7. If needed, turn the copier back on, and press the clear modes key to clear the FULL message. WARNING: Always change the toner bottle - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 25
MAINTAINING YOUR COPIER Adding Toner Adding Toner The add toner indicator blinks when toner is running short. When the indicator starts blinking, you can still copy about 16 m (about 53', or 27 A4 size copies). When the indicator stays on, you can't copy until a new cartridge is put in. Follow - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 26
Adding Toner MAINTAINING YOUR COPIER 4. Put the old toner cartridge in a vinyl bag and discard it. WARNING: Do not incinerate used toner cartridges. Toner dust can ignite suddenly. 5. Shake the new toner cartridge lightly 5 to 6 times to remove lumps. 6. Install the new cartridge. Make sure that - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 27
right edge of the seal and slowly remove it. 9. Push the toner cartridge all the way to the left. 10. Turn the toner cartridge all the way in, as shown. 11. Close the toner cartridge cover and the original table. The copier will need a few moments to warm up before it is ready to - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 28
you think you need it. 1. Open the top and bottom covers of the roll feeder. 2. If there is paper left, slide the blade from side to side and gently pull the paper out of the copier. 3. Unlock and lift the top unit of the roll feeder. a) Hold the handles on each side. b) Squeeze - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 29
MAINTAINING YOUR COPIER Loading A Roll Of Paper 4. Flip the two latches on each side of the paper spool. 5. Remove the spool. 6. Press and hold the lock on the spool and pull the spool out of the roll. Throw the old roll away. 7. - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 30
Loading A Roll Of Paper MAINTAINING YOUR COPIER 8. While holding the lock down, align the paper roll with the size marks on the spool. 9. Load the spool back in the roll feeder so that the paper comes off the roll from the front, not from the rear, as shown below. 10. Make sure the spool is - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 31
a bit. d) Hold on to the unit, but let go of the lock. e) Lower the unit until it locks in place. 14. Spin the paper roll a bit to tighten the paper. 15. Slide the blade from side to side and gently pull the paper out of the copier. 16. Close the roll feeder covers. 26 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 32
Things To Do Every Day MAINTAINING YOUR COPIER Things To Do Every Day Clean the exposure glass & the platen roller Clean the exposure glass with a damp cloth, then wipe it with a dry cloth. - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 33
instructions described there. What appears What it means The original or copy paper is jammed somewhere. The copier needs a technician. A cover or unit was left open. The paper roll is finished. The toner cartridge is empty, or almost empty. Wait until the ready indicator lights. The used toner - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 34
If Jams Occur TROUBLESHOOTING If Jams Occur If the original is jammed in the feed-in slot Very gently pull the original out of the feed-in slot. Be - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 35
TROUBLESHOOTING If Jams Occur 3. Close the original table. Press firmly on both sides until it clicks into place. If sheet paper is jammed in the feed-in slot 1. Squeeze the locks on each side of the copier and lift the unit. 2. Pull out the copy paper. Do not leave any scraps of paper in the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 36
Jams Occur TROUBLESHOOTING If sheet paper is jammed at the paper exit 1. Squeeze the locks on each side of the copier and lift the middle unit between the original table and the copy table. 2. Open the fusing unit cover. CAUTION: The fusing unit can be very hot. Do not touch any parts under the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 37
TROUBLESHOOTING If Jams Occur If roll paper jams If roll paper jams anywhere in the machine, you still might need to check everywhere to remove the entire length of paper. 1. Open the roll feeder top cover. 2. Slide the blade across. 3. If you can, pull the paper out of the copier. 4. Close the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 38
TROUBLESHOOTING 6. Open the fusing unit cover. CAUTION: The fusing unit can be very hot. Do not touch any parts under the fusing cover. If necessary, wait until the fusing unit has cooled down. 7. Slowly pull the paper out. If there are scraps left inside, open the inner cover, wait for the copier - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 39
TROUBLESHOOTING Others Others If a puzzling or recurring problem occurs, check the following before calling a service representative. It's also a good idea to check the Do's and Don'ts section on page 36 to make sure the paper and originals match what the copier can handle. Absolutely nothing - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 40
Others TROUBLESHOOTING F Is the image skewed? Make sure to insert the paper and the original straight into the machine. If you have the original and copy guides (option), use them. White spots appear F On the copy: try setting your copy paper with the other side fac- ing up. F At the leading edge - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 41
not set more than one sheet of paper at a time on the copy paper table. F Center your paper on the copy table using the size marks. Then slide the paper straight into the copier until it stops. F When copying to a long sheet of paper, lightly hold the sheet as the copier pulls it in so that it goes - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 42
, remove the first 700 mm before copying. b) If copies come out wavy or with white spots, use vellum tracing paper instead of natural tracing paper. c) Always keep the paper in a bag when not using it. Originals F Do not feed in torn, wavy, creased, dog-eared, or otherwise damaged originals. F Do - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 43
above functions. The minus key (-) decrements the value being set for one of the above functions. 4 Troubleshooting See page 28 for details. 5 Ready/Set Original indicator Lights up when the copier is ready to receive the original, after the paper has been set or the roll feeder selected. 38 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 44
when the used toner bottle needs to be emptied. 11 Preset Cut key Scrolls through the preset paper lengths for the roll feeder. 12 RF Select key Selects the roll feeder as the source of copy paper. Copy Media key Tells the copier what kind of copy paper you are using. The copier will apply - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 45
WHERE IS IT & WHAT IS IT The Outside Of The Copier The Outside Of The Copier 1 23 4 56 7 1a 8 9 10 11 9a 12 13 14 40 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 46
, face down. 2) Open to remove jammed paper from fusing unit. Feeds paper from a roll to the copier. Use the guides to keep the original and copy paper going straight as you feed them into the copier. Open this table if you are copying to sheets, changing the toner cartridge, or if you have to open - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 47
be installed by a qualified technician. If you need to transport your copier to a distant location, call your service center before the move. You can of course move your copier around your office without calling the service center. If you do, remember that the temperature, humidity, and cleanliness - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 48
to a power source meeting the specifica- tions given on the inside front cover of this manual. F Do not set anything on the power cord. F Voltage must not fluctuate more than 10%. F Make sure the copier is grounded. F Avoid multiwiring. F Make sure the plug is firmly inserted into the power outlet - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 49
Cutting a Sheet of Paper The paper cutting rail allows you to buy paper in rolls and cut your own sheets. Follow the steps below. 1. Pull a bit of paper out and insert it between the rail and the double rod. 2. Pull the length of paper you want. 3. With one hand, hold the paper firmly against the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 50
PAPER CUTTING RAIL 4. With your other hand, insert the blade of a paper knife between the two rods and slide across the length of the rail. 5. Make your copy as shown on page 1. Make sure the curl of the paper faces down. Loading a New Roll 1. Lift the rail. 2. Remove the spool from its support - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 51
the new roll on the spool and put the cap over the end of the roll. 5. Place the spool on the holder so that the paper rolls off the front. Push it all the way in. 6. Lower the rail. 46 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 52
: Original size: Copy size: Copying speed: First copy: Warm-up time: Automatic reset: Reproduction ratio: Toner replenishment: Paper feeding: 2 minutes (can also be turned off or set to 1, 3, 4, or 5 minutes) 1 to 1 Cartridge system Manual feed, optional roll feeder LED indicators See inside this - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 53
Measurements made following ISO 7779 Dimensions (W x D x H): Weight: Optional equipment: Stand by, less than 57 dB Copy cycle, less than 72 dB (copier only) 1080 mm x 570 mm x 490 mm (42.1" x 22.2" x 19.1") 76 kg (167.4 lb) Roll feeder, Paper cutting rail, Original and copy guides, Copier table 48 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 54
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. SAFETY INFORMATION When using your machine, the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 55
• 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 switches, and unplug the main power cord. Contact your service representative. Do not keep using the machine with a fault or defect. m • Do - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 56
s • Do not incinerate used toner, toner bottles or toner cartridges. Toner dust might ignite when exposed to an open flame. Dispose of the used toner cartridges according to local regulations for plastics. iii - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 57
machine will not be used for a long paper, do not touch the fusing section because it could be very hot. R • This machine has been tested for safety using this supplier's parts and consumables. We recommend you only use these specified supplies. R • Do not eat or swallow toner. • Keep toner(used - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 58
R • Deliver to collection point for waste products. Do not be disposed of via domestic refuse collection. v - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 59
OF CONTENTS 1. GETTING STARTED 1 HOW TO USE THIS COPY MACHINE 1 WHERE IT IS & WHAT IT IS 4 Copier Exterior 4 Operation Panel 6 RECOMMENDED ORIGINALS 8 RECOMMENDED PAPER 10 TONER 12 2. COPYING 13 BASIC COPYING 13 Using the Rear Table 18 COPYING ONTO ROLL PAPER 19 Semi Synchro Cutting 20 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 60
USER TOOLS 36 Semi Synchro Cut Adjustment 36 WHAT YOUR SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE CAN CHANGE 37 4. MAINTAINING YOUR COPIER 39 CHANGING THE TONER BOTTLE 39 ADDING TONER 42 LOADING A ROLL OF PAPER 45 LOADING A NEW ROLL (ONTO ROLL CUTTING RAIL 49 5. TROUBLESHOOTING 51 If Something Goes Wrong 51 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 61
Lighter Darker Clear Modes/ Energy Saver Program Clear / Stop Emergency Stop 3 Center the paper face up on the Copy Paper Table and slide the paper straight into the copier. PB001 p These illustrations show the copier with the Original Guides, the Paper Guides, and other optional equipment. 1 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 62
(option) to match the original size mark. Set the original face up and slide it straight into the copier along the Original Guides. PB002 PB003 5 The original comes out from the opening just under the original table À. The copy is delivered from the slot on top of the copier Á. PB004 If you make - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 63
Notes p If you want to catch copies the back of the machine, change the copy delivery directions as shown in the figure. SB011 3 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 64
WHERE IT IS & WHAT IT IS Copier Exterior 1a 2 43 13 5 6 1b 7 8 9 10 Set the Manual Pocket as shown in the figure. SB001 11 12 SB002 4 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 65
down. 7. Roll Feeder (option) Feeds paper from a roll to the copier. 8. Paper Guides (option) Use the guides to keep the copy paper going straight as you feed the into the copier. 9. Copy Paper Table Open this table if you are copying to sheets, changing the toner cartridge, or if you have to - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 66
preset paper lengths for the Roll Feeder. 4. Cut Select key Turns Semi synchro Cut, or Preset/Variable Cut on/off. 5. Energy Saver indicator Shows that it is in a state of wait (Energy Saver). Press key 10. 6. Troubleshooting See page 51 for details. 7. Wait indicator Shows that the copier is - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 67
press to stop a copy job. Press to select the type of copy paper you are using. The copier will apply more or less heat accordingly. Press to stop the copying process immediately. Use if your original is getting stuck in the copier. If you stop the operation by pressing this key, remove both the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 68
copier. Ë Feedable size is between 914×2,000mm (W×L), 36"×80" (maximum width that can be fed: 960mm, 38.4") and 210×297mm (W×L), 8.5"×11" for minimum. Ë You can not use of the paper: Ø30mm (1.2") or more Ë When you copy the following originals, set them in the Rear Table: cSee page 18, "Using the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 69
on the leading edge • Originals with clips or staples • Originals with wet ink or white-out • Carbon paper • Originals made of materials other than paper or film (thermosensitive paper, aluminum foil,etc) Notes For Originals p Margins on the leading and side edges of originals are not copied - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 70
size of paper, set the paper on the Copy Paper Table. p Weight of paper suitable for this copier: 51g/m2, 14lb to 134g/m2, 36lb. p Do not use the following kinds of paper or a paper jam might occur. • Bent, folded, or creased paper • Torn paper • Perforated paper • Non-smooth paper • Slippery paper - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 71
wave causing a paper jam or part of the image not to be copied. p When you use paper in high humidity under hot conditions, take out only the necessary amount of paper at a time from the bag. Do not take all the paper out of the bag. Dehumidifing Heater p Under humid conditions, the copier turns on - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 72
's parts and consumables. We recommend you only use these specified supplies. Ë If you use toner other than that recommended, a fault might occur. Ë If you want to add toner, see ⇒ P.42 "ADDING TONER" Toner Storage Ë Store toner cartridge horizontally in a cool, dark place. Ë Do not leave toner - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 73
size(36" × 48") paper, to make sure the ends do not touch the floor and get dirty, lay a wide piece of paper or some other covering on the floor. p Do not use the paper paper or insert your original. p You can set either paper or an original first. When you have set both of them, the copier - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 74
1 Pull down the Copy Paper Table. SB003 2 Set the Paper Guides(options) on the Copy Paper Table, and set the Original Guides (option) on the Original Table. SB004 3 Open the guides to keep original away from the paper entrance so that the edge cannot slip into the paper entrance. SB005 14 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 75
/Cut Copy Media Lighter Darker Clear / Stop Emergency Stop 7 Set the paper along the size indication on the Copy Paper Table. Or set the Paper Guides (option), to match the paper width. SB007 8 Slide the paper straight into the copier until it stops. The copier will soon pull it in. SB008 15 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 76
9 Set your original along the size indication on the Original Table. Or set the Original Guides (option) to match the original width. a Make sure that the "Set Original" indicator is lit. Energy Saver Set Original Set RF Paper Select Wait Vellum Lighter Copy Film Copy Media Lighter Darker - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 77
time after you have inserted the paper, the paper will exit automatically. p If you do not insert the paper at a certain time after you have inserted the original, the original will exit automatically. p If the copier is idle at a certain time after you have used it, the machine resets itself to - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 78
length. Notes p You cannot use the following function using the Rear Table. Repeated Copying Semi Synchro Cut with roll paper Partial Copying 1 Choose any copy setting you require. 2 For mannual copying, set paper. 3 Pull up the holder and turn in the copy exit guide. SB012 4 Insert the original - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 79
, or the thin originals (less than 0.1mm) which can be easily bent down, open the guide to keep the original away from the paper entrance. SB014 CAUTION : If during copying your original gets stuck in the copier, press the Emergency Stop key. If you stop the operation by pressing this key, remove - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 80
you cut the roll paper manually to a length that Make sure that the "Set Original" indicator is lit. Paper Length Semi Synchro Preset/ Variable Leading Edge Copy Counter Function Select Select Preset Cut Energy Saver Set Original Set RF Paper Select Wait Vellum Lighter Copy Film RF Select /Cut - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 81
the horizontal line of the Semi-auto synchro cut mark, press the Cut key. SB016 Notes p To cancel copying, press the Clear/Stop key. The copier finishes the operation in progress, and delivers the copy and the original. p To call off on-going copying, for example, when you have inserted a wrong - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 82
Cutting This function cuts roll paper to a selected length. The paper is cut to this length regardless of the original size. Notes p By the default Preset Cut length is as follows. For the change of the Preset Cut length pattern, please contact your service representatives. Metric Version: 1189mm - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 83
cut can handle the cut length from 245 to2,000mm,9.6"to 78.7". 1 Press the Preset Cut key. The "Preset/Variable" indicator lights up and the "Paper Length" display shows the default Preset Cut length. (1189mm, or 48.0"). 2 Press the Preset Cut key to display the nearest value you want. 3 Press - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 84
USING THE ROLL CUTTING RAIL (OPTION) The ROLL Cutting Rail allows you to buy paper in rolls and cut your own sheets. 1 Pull a bit of paper out and insert it between the rail and the double rod. SB017 2 Pull the length of paper you want. SB018 3 With one hand, hold the paper firmly against the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 85
4 With your other hand, insert the blade of a paper knife between the two rods and slide across the length of the rail. SB020 5 Make your copy as shown on page 14. Make sure the curl of the paper faces down . SB021 25 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 86
indicator goes off and the "Ready" indicator goes on, the copier enters the ready condition. Energy Saver Set Original Set RF Paper Select Wait Vellum Film Lighter Copy Copy Media Lighter Darker Clear humidity. If this happens, adjust the fusing temperature manually. See the next page. 27 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 87
Adjusting the Fusing Temperature Manually 1 Press the Copy Media key to turn on the "Vellum" Darker key to increase the temperature. The number of temperature levels available depends on the paper type: Plain paper : 1234567 Vellum : 1234 Film : 1234 4 After you have finished the setting, - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 88
indicator correspond to the seven lightest levels. 1 Press the Lighter or Darker key to adjust copy density. Energy Saver Set Original Set RF Paper Select Wait Vellum Film Lighter Copy Copy Media Lighter Darker Clear Modes/ Energy Saver Program Clear / Stop Emergency Stop 2 Each time you - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 89
have to set the copy paper for each copy. Notes Ë with this feature, the image might be copied at a slant. Whether this happens depends on the original size, type, and condition(e.g., curled, wavy, originals). In such a case, make one copy at a time. Ë You cannot use the repeated copy function in - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 90
SETTING A LEADING EDGE MARGIN You can set a margin at the leading edge of the copy. Leading Edge Margin Leading Edge Margin Using the Copy Paper Table, or in the Preset Cut mode, Variable cut mode In the Semi Synchro Cut mode Notes Ë You can set up to ±99mm, ±4.0" margin in - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 91
The Partial Copy function copies only a part of an original. You need to enter start and end points in the original feed direction. a Semi Synchro Cut Mode b Original Copy Paper Table Preset/Variable Cut Mode Notes p You cannot use the Partial Copying function using the Rear Table. p You cannot - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 92
2 Slide the paper straight into the copier until it stops, or press the RF Select key to turn on the " where it is covered with the original table cover. The "P" will stay on, not blinking. The copier starts copying. 5 Press the Function Select key when the trailing edge of the area to be copied - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 93
or press the Clear Modes key, these settings will be ready to use. A) Program key Storing Setting In The Program Key Notes p Input the settings you want to store. Energy Saver Set Original Set RF Paper Select Wait Vellum Film Lighter Copy Copy Media Lighter Darker Clear Modes/ Energy Saver - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 94
and service indicators will blink. 3 Input the settings you want. 4 Turn the main switch off. Energy Saver Set Original Set RF Paper Select Wait Vellum Lighter Copy Film Copy Media Lighter Darker Clear Modes/ Energy Saver Program Clear / Stop Emergency Stop The next time you turn the copier - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 95
User Tools to make the following adjustments: A1) Not in use A2) Semi Synchro Cut Adjustment; Allows you to adjust the cut length. -25 ~ +25mm (-1.0" ~ -1.0") (by 1mm, or 0.1") Without the Roll Feeder, A2) is not in use Select key. The "Paper Length" display shows the current value. 4 Use the + and - - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 96
REPRESENTATIVE CAN CHANGE Your service representative can adjust some of your copier's features. Here's a list of changes the service representative can make for you. p Copy media default: The copy media setting can be adjusted to match the kind of paper you use. p Count up and count down: The - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 97
press the preset length key, the copier scrolls through a selection of preset paper sizes. The copier can scroll through the preset lengths forward or backward, and at different speeds. There are many sets of sizes from which to choose. Ask your service representative for details. p Auto off time - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 98
of children. RCaution: R This machine has been tested for safety using this supplier's parts and consumables. We recommend you only use these specified supplies. Notes p If the toner bottle overflows, toner particles could get inside the copier and cause damage when you install a new bottle, make - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 99
2 Open the door on the right side of the copier. SM012 3 Carefully remove the plastic bottle and put the used toner in a vinyl bag. Dispose it according to local regulations for plastics. SM013 4 Place the bottle in the copier. SM014 5 Close the door. SM015 40 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 100
6 Close the upper unit. 7 If needed, turn the copier back on, and press the Clear Modes key to clear the FULL message. SB023 41 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 101
's parts and consumables. We recommend you only use these specified supplies. Notes p If you use toner other than that recommended, a fault might occur. p When adding toner, do not turn off the main switch. If you do, your settings are cleared. p Always add toner after the machine instructs you - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 102
the cartridge to the right, lift the left end and remove the cartridge. 4 Put the old toner cartridge in a vinyl bag and dispose it according to local regurations for plastics. 5 Shake the new toner cartridge lightly 5 to 6 times to remove lumps. 6 Install the new cartridge. Make sure that the white - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 103
edge of the seal and slowly remove it. SB029 8 Push the toner cartridge all the way to the left. Then turn the toner cartridge all the way in, as shown. SB030 9 Close the toner cartridge cover and the Original Table. The copier will need a few moments to warm up before it is ready to - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 104
you think you need it. 1 Open the top and bottom covers of the Roll Feeder. 2 If there is paper left, slide the blade from side to side and gently pull the paper out of the copier. 3 Unlock and lift the top unit of the Roll Feeder. a) Hold the handles on each side. b) Squeeze - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 105
4 Flip the two latches on each side of the paper spool. SM029 5 Remove the spool. SM030 6 Press and hold the lock on the spool and pull the spool out of the roll. Throw the old roll away. SM031 7 Press and hold the lock on the spool and insert the spool into a new roll. SM032 46 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 106
8 While holding the lock down, align the paper roll with the size marks on the spool. 9 Load the spool back in the Roll Feeder so that the paper comes off the roll from the front, not from the rear, as shown below. a Make sure the spool is pushed all the way in the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 107
Turn the wheel on the right side to bring the paper further in. SM037 d Lower the top unit of the it locks in place. SM038 e Spin the paper roll a bit to tighten the paper. SM039 f Slide the blade from side to side and gently pull the paper out of the copier. g Close the Roll Feeder covers. SM027 48 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 108
LOADING A NEW ROLL (ONTO PAPER CUTTING RAIL) 1 Lift the rail. 2 Remove the spool from its support. 3 Remove one of the end caps and slide the old roll off the spool. 4 Slide the new roll on the spool and put the cap over the end of the roll. SB045 SB046 SB047 SB048 49 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 109
5 Place the spool on the holder so that the paper rolls off the front. Push it all the way in. SB021 6 Lower the rail. SB050 50 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 110
. The copier needs a technician. A cover ,unit, or the fusing unit cover was left open. The paper roll is finished. The toner cartridge is empty, or almost empty. Wait until the ready indicator lights. The used toner bottle is full. What to do See the following section. Call your technical service - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 111
IF JAMS OCCUR If the original is jammed in the feed-in slot Very gently pull the original out of the feed-in slot. Be careful not to tear it. RCAUTION: SB032 R • If the original sticks in the machine, or if you don't think you can remove it without tearing, remove the original from the exit - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 112
sides until it clicks into place. SB035 If sheet paper is jammed in the feed-in slot 1 Squeeze the locks on each side of the copier and lift the unit. SB036 2 Pull out the copy paper. Do not leave any scraps of paper in the copier. SB037 3 Close the unit. Press firmly on both sides - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 113
can be very hot. Do not touch any parts under the fusing cover. If necessary, wait until the fusing unit has cooled down. 1 Squeeze the locks on each side of the copier and lift the moddle unit between the Original Table and the Copy Paper Table. SB036 2 Open the fusing unit cover. SB038 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 114
jams anywhere in the machine, you still might need to check everywhere to remove the entire length of paper. RCAUTION: R • The fusing unit can be very hot. Do not touch any parts under the fusing cover. If necessary, wait until the fusing unit has cooled down. 1 Open the roll feeder top cover - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 115
4 Close the roll feeder top cover. If your were able to remove all the paper, stop here. SB056 5 Squeeze the locks on each side of the copier and lift the unit. SB036 6 Open the fusing unit cover. SB038 7 Slowly pull the paper out. If there are scraps left inside, open the inner cover, wait - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 116
8 Close the unit and all covers. Press firmly on both sides until it clicks into place. SB023 57 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 117
OTHERS If a puzzling or recurring problem occurs, check the following before calling a service representative. It's also a good idea to check the Do's and Don'ts section on page 61 to make sure the paper and originals match what the copier can handle. Absolutely nothing happens p Is the main switch - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 118
p If creases appear on copies made to transparent film, try setting your film sheets sideways. Copies come out dog eared p Try setting your copy paper with the other side facing up. p Make sure your copy paper is undamaged. Black streaks appear on copies p Check that the exposure glass is clean. 59 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 119
THINGS TO DO EVERY DAY Clean the exposure glass & the platen plate you should clean the copy and original tables with a damp cloth, then wipe them with a dry cloth. Clean the exposure glass and the Original Drive Roller with a damp cloth, then wipe it with a dry cloth. SB040 Clean the platen plate - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 120
not set more than one sheet of paper at a time on the copy paper table. p Center your paper on the copy table using the size marks. Then slide the paper straight into the copier until it stops. p When copying to a long sheet of paper, lightly hold the sheet as the copier pulls it in so that it goes - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 121
copier to a distant location, call your service center before the move. You can of course move your copier around your office without calling the service If it topples over, it could cause injury. RCAUTION: o • If you use the machine in a confined space, make sure there is a continuous air turnover. - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 122
changes may lead to condensation within the copier.) p Locations nearby diazo copy machine source described on the inside front cover of this manual. RWARNING: m • Avoid multi-wiring. • fire or electric shock. • When the machine will not be used for a long time, unplug the power cord. RCAUTION: • - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 123
to a power source meeting the specifications given on the inside front cover of this manual. p Do not set anything on the power cord. p Voltage must not fluctuate more than 10%. p Make sure the copier is grounded. p Make sure the plug is firmly inserted into the power outlet. p Make sure the power - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 124
COPIER Configuration Console Process Dry electrostatic transfer system Scanning Original moving over a fixed fiber optics array Originals Sheet Original Reference Position Center Original Size 1 to 1 Paper Feed manual feed/optional roll feeder Toner replenishment Cartridge system Self - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 125
OPTIONS • Roll feeder Number of loaded paper rolls Acceptable Roll Size Roll Diameter Dimension(W × D × H) Weight 1 roll Maximum: 914mm (36") Minimum: 210mm (8.5") Within 170mm (6.7") 1,080 × 475 × 295mm (42.5 × 18.7 × 11.6") 33kg (73lb) • Side Guides • Table • Roll Cutting Rail 66 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 126
image (skewed), 58 D daily maintenance, 60 dark copies, making, 29 dark copies, problem, 58 default settings, 35 density, 29 dirty backgrounds, 58 do's & don'ts, 61 E environment, 62 F feeder, roll, 19, 45 film, 27 fusing temperature, 28 G guides, original, 14 guides, paper, 14 H humidity, 11, 62 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 127
area, copying a, 32 semi synchro cutting, 20 service indicators, 51 settings, default, 35 skewed image, 58 stiff originals, 18 T temperature, 62 temperature, fusing, 28 thick and thin paper, 10 toner bottle, 12, 39 toner, adding, 42 toner, do's & don't, 12 toner, used, 39 troubleshooting, 51 68 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 128
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. SAFETY INFORMATION When using your machine, the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 129
• 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 switches, and unplug the main power cord. Contact your service representative. Do not keep using the machine with a fault or defect. m • Do - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 130
s • Do not incinerate used toner, toner bottles or toner cartridges. Toner dust might ignite when exposed to an open flame. Dispose of the used toner cartridges according to local regulations for plastics. iii - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 131
machine will not be used for a long paper, do not touch the fusing section because it could be very hot. R • This machine has been tested for safety using this supplier's parts and consumables. We recommend you only use these specified supplies. R • Do not eat or swallow toner. • Keep toner(used - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 132
R • Deliver to collection point for waste products. Do not be disposed of via domestic refuse collection. v - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 133
Copier Exterior 4 Operation Panel 6 RECOMMENDED ORIGINALS 8 RECOMMENDED PAPER 10 TONER 12 2. COPYING 13 BASIC COPYING 13 Using the Rear Table 18 COPYING ONTO ROLL PAPER YOU OFTEN USE 33 A) Program key 33 B) Changing The Default Setting 34 USER TOOLS 35 WHAT YOUR SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE CAN - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 134
4. MAINTAINING YOUR COPIER 39 CHANGING THE TONER BOTTLE 39 ADDING TONER 42 LOADING A ROLL PAPER 45 5. TROUBLESHOOTING 49 If Something Goes Wrong 49 If A Service Indicator Lights Up 49 IF JAMS OCCUR 50 OTHERS 56 THINGS TO DO EVERY DAY 58 DO'S & DON'TS 59 WHERE TO PUT YOUR COPIER 60 6. - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 135
Copy Film Bypass Select/ Roll Paper Cut Copy Media Lighter Darker Program Clear / Stop Emergency Stop 3 Center the paper face up on the Bypass Table and slide the paper straight into the copier. PM002 p These illustration show the copier with the Paper Guides, the Copy Stacker, and other - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 136
4 Set the Original Guide to match the original size mark. Set the original face down and slide it straight into the copier along the Original Guide. PM004 5 First, the original is fed through to the Rear Table. PM005 6 When the original is being sent back, the machine reads the original and - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 137
7 Copies are delivered at the rear of the machine. PM007 p Set the Manual Pocket as shown in the figure. SM062 3 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 138
WHERE IT IS & WHAT IT IS Copier Exterior 1a 23 4 5 6 1b 7 8 9 10 SM001 11 12 13 SM009 4 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 139
Table (see 6). See page8. Place stiff originals here, face down. Feeds paper from a roll to the copier. Use the guides to keep the copy paper going straight as you feed the paper into the copier. Open this table if you are copying to sheets, changing the toner cartridge, or if you have to open the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 140
the preset paper lengths for the Roll Feeder. 4. Cut Select key Turns Synchro Cut or Preset/Variable Cut on/off. 5. Energy Saver indicator Shows that it is in a state of wait (Energy Saver). Press key 10. 6. Troubleshooting See page 49 for details. 7. Wait indicator Shows that the copier is - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 141
press to stop a copy job. Press to select the type of copy paper you are using. The copier will apply more or less heat accordingly. Press to stop the copying process immediately. Use if your original is getting stuck in the copier. If you stop the operation by pressing this key, remove both the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 142
copier. p Feedable size is between 914×2,000 (W×L), 36"×80" (maximum width that can be fed: 960mm, 37.8") and 210×297 (W×L), 8.3"×11.7" for minimum. p You can not use of the paper: Ø30mm (1.2") or more p When you copy the following originals, set them in the Rear Table: cSee page 18, "Using the Rear - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 143
on the leading edge • Originals with clips or staples • Originals with wet ink or white-out • Carbon paper • Originals made of materials other than paper or film (thermosensitive paper, aluminium foil, etc.) Notes For Originals p Margins on the leading and side edges of originals are not copied - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 144
-standard size of paper, set the paper in the Bypass. p Weight of paper suitable for this copier: 51g/m2, 14lb to 134g/m2, 36lb. p Do not use the following kinds of paper or a paper jam might occur. • Bent, folded, or creased paper • Torn paper • Perforated paper • Non-smooth paper • Slippery paper - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 145
wave causing a paper jam or part of the image not to be copied. p When you use paper in high humidity under hot conditions, take out only the necessary amount of paper at a time from the bag. Do not take all the paper out of the bag. Dehumidifing Heater p Under humid conditions, the copier turns on - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 146
's parts and consumables. We recommend you only use these specified supplies. p If you use toner other than that recommended, a fault might occur. p If you want to add toner, see ⇒ P.42 "ADDING TONER" Toner Storage p Store toner cartridge horizontally in a cool, dark place. p Do not leave toner - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 147
downwards. p When you set A0 size paper, to make sure the ends do not touch the floor and get dirty, lay a wide piece of paper or some other covering on the floor. p When setting an original or paper longer than 1200 (49"), pull down the copy paper guide (option, a part of the copy stacker) and put - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 148
1 Pull down the Bypass Table. SM002 2 Adjust the Paper Guides (options) on the Bypass Table to match the size of your copy paper. SB007 3 Open the guides to keep the original away from the paper entrance so that the edge cannot slip into the paper entrance. SM003 14 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 149
Film Bypass Select/ Roll Paper Cut Copy Media Lighter Darker Program Clear / Stop Emergency Stop 7 Set the paper along the size indication on the Bypass Table. Slide the paper straight into the copier until it stops. The copier will soon pull it in. SM006 8 Set the Original Guide to match the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 150
Media Lighter Darker Program Clear / Stop Emergency Stop a Center your original face down on the Original Table. Slide the original straight into the copier until the copier pulls it in. SM004 b First, the original is fed through to the Rear Table. SM005 c When the original is being sent back - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 151
time after you have inserted the paper, the paper will exit automatically. p If you do not insert the paper a certain time after you have inserted the original, the original will exit automatically. p If the copier is idle for a certain time after you have used it, the machine resets itself to - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 152
Copying 1 Choose any copy setting you require. 2 For manual copying, set paper. 3 Pull up the guide to avoid reversing the original. 4 Insert the original face down on the Rear Table. 5 When the machine scans the original and starts copying, support the original with your hands in front of the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 153
, or thin originals (less than 0.1mm) which can be easily bent down, open the guide to keep the original away from the paper entrance. SM058 CAUTION : If during copying your original gets stuck in the copier, press the Emergency Stop key. If you stop the operation by pressing this key, remove - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 154
Set Original Clear Modes/ Energy Saver Preset Cut Wait Vellum Lighter Copy Film Bypass Select/ Roll Paper Cut Copy Media Lighter Darker Program Clear / Stop Emergency Stop 1 4 Set the original guide to match the original width. SM057 5 Make sure that the "Set Original" indicator is lit - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 155
Notes p To cancel copying, press the Clear/Stop key. The copier finishes the operation in progress, and delivers the copy and the original , for example, when you have inserted a wrong blueprint, press the Roll Paper Cut key. The machine interrupts the operation in progress, and delivers the copy - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 156
Cutting This function cuts roll paper to a selected length. The paper is cut to this length regardless of the original size. Notes p By the default Preset Cut length is as follows. For the change of the Preset cut length pattern, please contact your service representatives. Metric Version: 1189mm - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 157
the Bypass Select key to turn on the "RF Select" indicator. 2 Press the Preset Cut key. The "Preset/Variable" indicator lights up and the "Paper Length" display shows the default Preset Cut length(1189mm, or 48.0"). 3 Press the Preset Cut key to display the nearest value you want. 4 Press + key - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 158
paper package. 1 Press the Copy Media key to turn on the "Vellum" or "Film" indicator. The "Wait" indicator goes on and either the "Vellum" or "Film" indicator lights. 2 When the "Wait" indicator goes off and the "Ready" indicator goes on, the copier temperature manually. See the next page. 25 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 159
Adjusting the Fusing Temperature Manually 1 Press the Copy Media key to turn on the "Vellum" Darker key to increase the temperature. The number of temperature levels available depends on the paper type: Plain paper : 1234567 Vellum : 1234 Film : 1234 4 After you have finished the setting, - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 160
ADJUSTING COPY IMAGE DENSITY To make copies darker or lighter, change the density setting. There are 14 density levels: the standard density level, three darker level, and 10 lighter levels. Set the density with the Lighter and Darker keys under the density indicator. Notes p The indicator shows - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 161
at a slant. Whether this happens depends on the original size, type, and condition (e.g., curled, wavy, originals). In such a case, make one copy at a time. p You cannot use the repeated copy function in the following cases: • When using the Carrier Sheet (option). • When setting an original in - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 162
leading or trailing edge of the copy when you use Roll Feeder (option) in the Synchro Cut mode. When using the Bypass Table, and Preset/Variable Cut Mode you Cut mode, the copy image might extend off the paper depending on the leading margin width. 1 Press the Function Select key until the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 163
zero the value, press the Clear/Stop key. 3 If you want to set both margins, press the Function Select key and specify the other margin. Paper Length Synchro Preset/ Variable Leading Edge Trailing Edge Copy Counter Function Select Cut Select Preset Cut Bypass Select/ Roll - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 164
you set the end point within 40 mm from the trailing edge of the original, the copier will regard the trailing edge as the end point. p In the Synchro Cutting function, the copier will cut the paper in a length from the start point to the end point. p When selecting the Partial Copying function - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 165
2 Slide the paper straight into the copier until it stops, or press the RF select key to turn on the where it is covered with the original table cover. The "P" will stay on, not blinking. The copier starts copying. 5 Press the Function Select key when the trailing edge of the area to be copied - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 166
frequently. Whenever you turn on the machine or press the Clear Modes key, these settings will be ready to use. A) Program key Storing Setting In The Program Key Notes p The number of copies is not stored in the Program key. 1 Press the Program key. 2 Input - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 167
B) Changing The Default Setting 1 Turn the main switch off. SM067 2 Hold down the Emergency Stop key, then turn the copier back on. The jam and service indicators will blink. 3 Input the settings you want. 4 Turn the main switch off. Energy Saver Set Original Clear Modes/ Energy Saver Wait - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 168
TOOLS Access the User Tools to make the following adjustments: A.1) Magnification Adjustment; Allows you shows the current value. Paper Length Synchro Preset/ Variable Leading Edge Trailing Edge Copy Counter Function Select Cut Select Preset Cut Bypass Select/ Roll Paper Cut 4 Use the + and - - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 169
REPRESENTATIVE CAN CHANGE Your service representative can adjust some of your copier's features. Here's a list of changes the service representative can make for you. p Copy media default: The copy media setting can be adjusted to match the kind of paper you use. p Count up and count down: The - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 170
press the preset length key, the copier scrolls through a selection of preset paper sizes. The copier can scroll through the preset lengths forward or backward, and at different speeds. There are many sets of sizes from which to choose. Ask your service representative for details. p Original feed - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 171
of children. RCaution: R This machine has been tested for safety using this supplier's parts and consumables. We recommend you only use these specified supplies. Notes p If the toner bottle overflows, toner particles could get inside the copier and cause damage when you install a new bottle, make - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 172
2 Open the door on the right side of the copier. SM012 3 Carefully remove the plastic bottle. Put the the used toner in the vinyl bag and dispose of it according to local regulations for plastics. SM013 4 Place the bottle in the copier again. 5 Close the door. SM014 6 Close the upper unit. - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 173
7 If needed, turn the copier back on, and press the Clear Modes key to clear the FULL message. SM016 41 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 174
's parts and consumables. We recommend you only use these specified supplies. Notes p If you use toner other than that recommended, a fault might occur. p When adding toner, do not turn off the main switch. If you do, your settings are cleared. p Always add toner after the machine instructs you - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 175
cartridge to the right, lift the left end and remove the cartridge. " Put the old toner cartridge in a vinyl bag and dispose it according to local regulations for 2 plastics. # Shake the new toner cartridge lightly 5 to 6 times to remove lumps. SM019 1 SM020 $ Install the new cartridge. Make - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 176
edge of the seal and slowly remove it. SM023 8 Push the toner cartridge all the way to the left. Then turn the toner cartridge all the way in, as shown. SM024 9 Close the toner cartridge cover and the Original Table. The copier will need a few moments to warm up before it is ready to - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 177
you think you need it. 1 Open the top and bottom covers of the Roll Feeder. 2 If there is paper left, slide the blade from side to side and gently pull the paper out of the copier. 3 Unlock and lift the top unit of the Roll Feeder. a) Hold the handles on each side. b) Squeeze - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 178
4 Flip the two latches on each side of the paper spool. SM029 5 Remove the spool. SM030 6 Press and hold the lock on the spool and pull the spool out of the roll. Throw the old roll away. SM031 7 Press and hold the lock on the spool and insert the spool into a new roll. SM032 46 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 179
8 While holding the lock down, align the paper roll with the size marks on the spool. 9 Load the spool back in the Roll Feeder so that the paper comes off the roll from the front, not from the rear, as shown below. a Make sure the spool is pushed all the way in the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 180
Turn the wheel on the right side to bring the paper further in. SM037 d Lower the top unit of the it locks in place. SM038 e Spin the paper roll a bit to tighten the paper. SM039 f Slide the blade from side to side and gently pull the paper out of the copier. g Close the Roll Feeder covers. SM027 48 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 181
. The copier needs a technician. A cover ,unit, or the fusing unit cover was left open. The paper roll is finished. The toner cartridge is empty, or almost empty. Wait until the ready indicator lights. The used toner bottle is full. What to do See the following section. Call your technical service - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 182
, remove the original from the exit instead. See below. If the original is jammed at the exit Notes p If the paper or original gets stuck in the copier, remove both the original and paper. 1 Lift the Original Table. SM043 2 Very gently pull the original out of the feedout slot. Be careful not to - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 183
the feed-in slot Notes p If the paper or original gets stuck in the copier, remove both the original and paper. 1 Squeeze the locks on each side of the copier and lift the unit. SM046 2 Pull out the copy paper. Do not leave any scraps of paper in the copier. 3 Close the unit. Press firmly on both - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 184
be very hot. Do not touch any parts under the fusing cover. If necessary, wait until the fusing unit has cooled down. Notes p If the paper or original gets stuck in the copier, remove both the original and paper. 1 Squeeze the locks on each side of the copier and lift the moddle unit between the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 185
jams anywhere in the machine, you still might need to check everywhere to remove the entire length of paper. RCAUTION: R • The fusing unit can be very hot. Do not touch any parts under the fusing cover. If necessary, wait until the fusing unit has cooled down. 1 Open the roll feeder top cover - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 186
4 Close the roll feeder top cover. If your were able to remove all the paper, stop here. SM054 5 Squeeze the locks on each side of the copier and lift the unit. SM046 6 Open the fusing unit cover. SM048 7 Slowly pull the paper out. If there are scraps left inside, open the inner cover, wait - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 187
8 Close the unit and all covers. Press firmly on both sides until it clicks into place. SM050 55 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 188
OTHERS If a puzzling or recurring problem occurs, check the following before calling a service representative. It's also a good idea to check the Do's and Don'ts section on page 59 to make sure the paper and originals match what the copier can handle. Absolutely nothing happens p Is the main switch - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 189
p If creases appear on copies made to transparent film, try setting your film sheets sideways. Copies come out dog eared p Try setting your copy paper with the other side facing up. p Make sure your copy paper is undamaged. Black streaks appear on copies p Check that the exposure glass is clean. 57 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 190
THINGS TO DO EVERY DAY Clean the exposure glass & the platen plate you should clean the copy and original tables with a damp cloth, then wipe them with a dry cloth. p Clean the exposure glass and the Original Drive Roller with a damp cloth, then wipe it with a dry cloth. SM040 p Clean the platen - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 191
not set more than one sheet of paper at a time on the copy paper table. p Center your paper on the copy table using the size marks. Then slide the paper straight into the copier until it stops. p When copying to a long sheet of paper, lightly hold the sheet as the copier pulls it in so that it goes - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 192
copier to a distant location, call your service center before the move. You can of course move your copier around your office without calling the service it topples over, it could cause injury. RCAUTION: o • If you use the machine in a confined space, make sure there is a continuous air turnover - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 193
may lead to condensation within the copier.) p Locations nearby diazo copy machine source described on the inside front cover of this manual. RWARNING: m • Avoid multi-wiring. • Do fire or electric shock. • When the machine will not be used for a long time, unplug the power cord. RCAUTION: - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 194
to a power source meeting the specifications given on the inside front cover of this manual. p Do not set anything on the power cord. p Voltage must not fluctuate more than 10%. p Make sure the copier is grounded. p Make sure the plug is firmly inserted into the power outlet. p Make sure the power - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 195
COPIER Configuration Console Process Dry electrostatic transfer system Scanning Original moving over a fixed fiber optics array Originals Sheet Original Reference Position Center Original Size 1 Paper Feed manual feed/optional roll feeder Multiple Copies Up to 10 Toner replenishment - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 196
OPTIONS • Roll feeder Number of loaded paper rolls Acceptable Roll Size Roll Diameter Dimension (W × D × H) Weight 1 roll Maximum: 914mm (36") Minimum: 210mm (8.5") Within 170mm (6.7") 1,080 × 475 × 295mm (42.5 × 18.7 × 11.6") 33kg (73lb) • Side Guides • Table • Copy Stacker 64 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 197
image (skewed), 56 D daily maintenance, 58 dark copies, making, 27 dark copies, problem, 56 default settings, 34 density, 27 dirty backgrounds, 56 do's & don'ts, 59 E environment, 60 F feeder, roll, 19, 45 film, 25 fusing temperature, 26 G guides, original, 15 guides, paper, 14 H humidity, 11, 60 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 198
S selected area, copying a, 31 service indicators, 51 settings, default, 34 skewed image, 56 synchro cutting, 20 T temperature, 60 temperature, fusing, 26 thick and thin paper, 10 toner bottle, 12, 39 toner, adding, 42 toner, do's & don't, 12 toner, used, 39 troubleshooting, 49 66 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 199
FW770 Operating Instructions Zfbh010e.eps 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. - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 200
, Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-8544, Japan Phone: +81-(0)3-3479-3111 FW770 Operating Instructions Overseas Affiliates 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 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 201
of size notation are employed in this manual. With this machine refer to the metric 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 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 202
Where symbols are used on or near switches, they mean an under in accordance with IEC 60417: a means POWER ON. c means STAND BY. Copyright © 2001 Ricoh Co., Ltd. - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 203
the following safety precautions should always be followed. Safety During Operation In this manual, the following important symbols are used: R WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not followed, could result in death or serious injury. R CAUTION: Indicates - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 204
in this manual. • Some parts of service representative. • 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. • Do not incinerate spilled toner or used toner. Toner - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 205
it could cause a personal burn. • Rolls of paper can be heavy, so you should be careful when loading one. • This machine has been tested for safety using this supplier's parts and consumables. We recommend you only use these specified supplies. • Our products are engineered to meet high standards - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 206
if you use the copier, press the main switch. For how to change the default interval before entering Auto Off mode, see "Auto Off Time"⇒ P.38 "User Tools" ❖ Specification Auto Off mode Power consumption Default interval FW770 1.0 W 30 minute -Recycled Paper Please contact your sales or service - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 207
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 If this instruction is not followed, paper might be misfed - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 208
Edge of the Originals 7 Recommended Paper 8 Anti-humidity Heater 9 Toner...10 Handling Toner 10 Toner Storage 10 Used Toner 10 2. Copying Basic Copying (Copying to sheets 11 Using the Roll Feeder (Option 15 Using the Rear Table 17 Copying onto Roll Paper (Option 19 Semi Synchro cutting - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 209
User Tools 40 4. Maintaining Your Copier Changing The Used Toner Bottle 45 Adding Toner 48 Changing The Roll Paper Size 52 Removing the Roll Paper Holder 52 Setting the Roll Paper Holder 52 Loading A Roll Of Paper 54 Loading A New Roll Onto Paper Cutting Rail (Option 59 5. Troubleshooting - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 210
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Guide to Components Copier Exterior 1. Locks Squeeze both locks(1a&1b) to open the unit. Open the unit to empty the used toner bottle and to remove jammed paper. 2. Front Cover Open the cover (and the unit) to access the toner cartridge. 3. Original Table Place your original face up here. If you - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 212
11. Main switch Use this switch to turn the copier on and off. The copier will need about 3 minutes to warm up, if it's been turned off for a long time. 13. Anti-humidity Heater Switch When humidity is high, the paper in the paper roll tray may absorb moisture, which can effect the image quality of - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 213
is in a state of wait (Energy Saver). Press key 9. 6. Troubleshooting indicators ⇒ P.61 "Troubleshooting" for details. 7. Wait indicator Shows that the copier is not yet ready to copy. 8. Ready (d), Set Original(R), Set Paper (K), Bypass Select (a) indicator. When Ready indicator lights up, you can - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 214
press to stop a copy job. 16. {Copy Media} key Press to select the type of copy paper you are using. The copier will apply more or less heat accordingly. • The top indicator-Translucent paper indicator • The bottom indicator-Film indicator 17. {Emergency Stop} key Press to stop the copying process - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 215
Turning on the Power To turn the machine on, press the main switch. Turn On the Main Power A Make sure that the power cord is firmly plugged into the wall outlet. B Turn on the main switch. 1. Basics Turn Off the Main Power A Turn off the main switch. 5 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 216
(6 lb) to 157 g/m2 (41 1 lb). • You can set original with sizes between 914×3,000mm (W×L), 36"×118" and 210×297mm (W×L), 8.5"×11". (The maximum width curl of the whole paper: φ30mm (1.2") or more • When you copy the following originals, set them in the rear table: ⇒ P.17 "Using the Rear Table" - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 217
stuck on the leading edge • Originals with clips or staples • Originals with wet ink or white-out • Carbon paper • Originals made of materials other than paper or film (thermosensitive paper, aluminum foil, etc.) Notes for Leading and Side Edge of the Originals Margins on the leading and side - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 218
size of paper, set the paper on the Copy Paper Table. • Weight of paper suitable for this copier: 51g/m2, 14lb to 134g/m2, 36lb. • Do not use the following kinds of paper or a paper jam might occur. • Bent, folded, or creased paper • Torn paper • Perforated paper • Non-smooth paper • Slippery paper - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 219
Recommended Paper • When you use paper in high humidity under hot conditions, take out only the necessary amount of paper from the bag. Do not take all the paper out of the bag. Anti-humidity Heater 1 • When humidity is high, the paper in the paper roll tray may absorb moisture, which can effect - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 220
for safety using this supplier's parts and consumables. We recommend you only use these specified supplies. • If you use toner other than that recommended, a fault might occur. • If you want to add toner, ⇒ P.48 "Adding Toner" Toner Storage • Store toner cartridges horizontally in a cool, dark place - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 221
size (36"×48") paper, to make sure the ends do not touch the floor and get dirty, lay a wide piece of paper or some other covering on the floor. ❒ Do not use paper If during copying your original gets stuck in the copier, press the {Emergency Stop} key. • If you stop operation by pressing this key, - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 222
. Make sure that the Bypass Tray is selected. C Select any copy settings you require, such as the media type or copy densi- ty. D Set the paper guide to match the width of the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 223
the bypass table and slide the paper straight into the copier.These illustrations show the copier with the Original Guides, the Paper Guides, and other optional equipment. F Make sure that the Set Original indicator goes on. G Set the Original Guides to match the original size mark. Set the original - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 224
object on the original table. ❒ If you do not insert the original in a certain interval after inserting the pa- per, the paper will be ejected automatically. ❒ If the copier is idle at a certain time after you have used it, the machine re- sets itself to the initial settings (Auto Reset). If the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 225
Using the Roll Feeder (Option) A When the Wait indicator goes off and the Ready and the Set Paper indicator go on, the copier enters the ready condition. 2 Make sure that the paper the roll. C Press the {Paper Feed} key. D Open the guides to keep the edge of the original from slipping into the pa- per - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 226
Copying E Make sure that the Set Original indicator goes on. 2 F Set the original guides to match the width of the original. G Center your original face up on the original Table. Slide the original straight into the copier until the copier pulls it in. 16 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 227
copy is delivered from the slot on top of the copier (B). 2 Using the Rear Table When you copy the following originals, use the following functions when using the Rear Table. • Semi Synchro Cut with roll paper • Partial Copying A Choose any copy setting you require. B For manual copying, set paper - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 228
Copying D Insert the original face down from the rear table. 2 E Hold and take the original which has been read and delivered in the front of the copier. 18 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 229
, or the thin original (less than 0.1mm) which can be easily bent down, open the guides to keep the original away from the paper entrance. R CAUTION: • If during copying your original gets stuck in the copier, press the {Emergency Stop} key. • If you stop operation by pressing this key, remove both - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 230
sheet and rear table when you use Semi synchro cutting. A fault might occur. A Press the {Cut Select} key(1). 2 The Semi Synchro indicator lights up(2). B Choose any copy settings you require. C Make sure that the Wait indicator goes off and Ready and the Set Paper in- dicator go on. D Press the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 231
E Press the {Paper Feed} key. Copying onto Roll Paper (Option) 2 F Set the original guides to match the width of the original. G Center your original face up on the original table. Slide the original straight into the copier until the copier pulls it in. 21 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 232
copier paper is cut to this length regardless of the original size. Note ❒ The default Preset Cut length is as follows. Metric Version: 1189mm, 841mm, 594mm, 420mm, 297mm Inch Version: 48.0", 42.0", 36.0", 24.0", 18.0", 11.0". To change of the Preset Cut length pattern, please contact your service - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 233
you require. D Press the {RF select/Cut} key to turn on the RF Select indicator. Continue from step E,F⇒ P.21 Variable Cutting This function cuts roll paper in a length you specify. Note ❒ Length can be cut length from 280mm to 3,000mm, 11" to 118". 23 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 234
Copying A Press the {Preset Cut} key(1). The Preset/Variable indicator(2) lights up and the "Paper Length" display shows the default Preset Cut length. (1189mm or 48"). 2 B Press the {Preset Cut} key to display the nearest value to the one you - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 235
The Roll Cutting Rail (Option) The Roll Cutting Rail allows you to use roll paper and cut your own sheets. For how to set the roll cutting rail, ⇒ P.59 "Loading A New Roll Onto Paper Cutting Rail (Option)" A Pull a bit of paper out and insert it between the rail and the double rod. 2 B Pull the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 236
Copying D With your other hand, insert the blade of a paper knife between the two rods and slide across the length of the rail. 2 E Make your copy as shown on ⇒ P.27. Make sure the curl of the paper faces down. 26 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 237
paper or film, use the {Copy Media} key to match the paper type refer to the following table. Type of paper Plain paper Film Translucent paper Heavy paper Thin paper type of paper you have, check the label on the paper package to and the Set Paper indicator go on, the copier enters the ready - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 238
Copy Settings Adjusting the Fusing Temperature Manually A Press the {Copy Media} key to turn on the temperature. The number of temperature levels (7 levels) available depends on the paper type: • Plain paper : 1234567 • Translucent paper: 1234 • Film : 1234 D After you have finished setting the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 239
Adjusting Copy Image Density Adjusting Copy Image Density To make copies darker or lighter, change the density setting. There are 14 density levels (=7 notches × 2). • Standard density level (Default) • 3 darker levels • 10 lighter levels Set the density with the {i} and {j} keys under the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 240
you do not have the optional Roll Feeder, you have to set the copy paper for each copy. Note 3 ❒ You can preset up to 99. ❒ Do key, the number of copies returns to "1". B Proceed as usual for a copy, with sheet paper (⇒ P.11), or with the Roll Feeder (⇒ P.19). C When the copy comes out, remove - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 241
Leading Edge Margin Setting a Leading Edge Margin You can set a margin at the leading edge of the copy. Leading Edge Margin Leading Edge Margin 3 Using the Copy Paper Table, or in the Preset Cut mode, Variable cut mode In the Semi Synchro Cut mode Note ❒ You can set up to a ±99mm, ±4.0" margin - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 242
part of an original. You need to enter start and end points in the feed direction of the original . 3 Note ❒ You cannot use the Partial Copying function when using the Rear Table. ❒ You cannot use point (a), the copier will regard the trailing (from c to d). The paper extend by 310mm from the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 243
Partial Copying B Slide the paper straight into the copier until it stops, or press the {RF Select/ Cut} key to ied reaches the edge of the original table cover. The "P" will stay on, not blinking. The copier starts copying. E Press the {Function Select} key when the trailing edge of the area to be - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 244
Copy Settings The "P" will disappear. 3 34 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 245
on the machine or press the {Clear Modes/Energy Saver} key, these settings will be ready to use. A) Program key 3 Storing Setting in the Program Key Note ❒ You can store one setting for frequently use. A Press the {Program} key. B Input the settings you want to store. C Make a copy. The machine - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 246
required with the {+} and {-} key. C Make a copy. B) Changing the Default Setting A Turn off the main switch. B While holding down the {Emergency Stop} key, turn the copier back on. The jam and service indicators will blink. C Input the settings you want. 36 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 247
Programming Settings You Often Use D Turn off the main switch. Note ❒ The next time you turn the copier on, the settings you programmed in step C will take effect. 3 37 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 248
(by 1mm or 0.1") Without the Roll Feeder, A2) is not in use. A Hold down the {Program} key for 3 seconds or more. 3 "A1" blinks on the "Copy Counter" display. B Press the {+} key, "A2" blinks on the display C Press the {Function Select} key. The Paper Length display shows the current value. 38 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 249
D Use the {+} and {−} key to change the value. User Tools 3 E Press the {Program} key to return to step B. F Press the {Clear Modes/Energy Saver} key to exit this mode. 39 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 250
the machine's default settings. Note ❒ For how to enter the User Tools program, press the {Clear Modes/Energy Saver} key, and then details about each mode, contact your service representative. • Fusing Temperature 2-High (+02): Selects the fusing temperature for translucent paper. Note ❒ 0: Mode 5, 1: - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 251
The beeper does not work if you use leading edge margin.) • Paper Feed Out Waiting Time Setting(+06): When the copier is ready to re- ceive the , 4: 5 min ❒ Default: 0 • Manual Feed Start Time Setting(+07): After the copy paper is set, the copier waits for a preset number of seconds before starting - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 252
enter the energy saving mode if toner end indicator 3 lights. • Screen Message Setting(+11): When the copier is idle, the copy counter used in the following cases. • When the Wait indicator goes on • When the toner end indicator goes on • When the front door is open • While copying • When a paper - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 253
seconds ❒ Default: 0 • Fixed Paper Size Pattern Setting(+22): Select the fixed paper size pattern chosen when the "Preset Cut" key is press. For details about this setting, contact your service representative. • Optional Paper Size Setting(+23 ~ +32): Up to 10 different paper size can be stored from - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 254
Copy Settings Note ❒ 0: Standard Density 1: Darker Image Density ❒ Default: 0 3 44 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 255
children. R CAUTION: • This machine has been tested for safety using this supplier's parts and consumables. We recommend you only use these specified supplies. Note ❒ If the toner bottle overflows, toner particles could get inside the copier and cause damage. When you install a new bottle, make sure - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 256
the door on the right side of the copier, and then carefully remove the plastic bottle. 4 Note ❒ Put the used toner to the plastic bag and dispose of it according to local reg- ulations. Do not throw away the bottle. D Place the bottle in the the copier again, and then close the door. E Plug - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 257
F Close the upper unit. Changing The Used Toner Bottle 4 47 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 258
's parts and consumables. We recommend you only use these specified supplies. Note ❒ If you use toner other than that recommended, a fault might occur. ❒ When adding toner, do not turn off the main switch. If you do, your settings will be cleared. ❒ Always add toner after the machine instructs you - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 259
cartridge to the right (A), lift the left end and remove the cartridge (B). 4 D Put the old toner cartridge in a plastic bag and dispose of it according to lo- cal regulations. E Shake the new toner cartridge lightly 5 to 6 times to remove lumps. F Install the new cartridge. Make sure that the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 260
all the way to the left. Then turn the toner cartridge all the way in, as shown. Note ❒ If you can't close the toner cartridge cover, there might be problem setting the toner cartridge. In this case, set the toner cartridge again. I Close the toner cartridge cover and the original table. 50 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 261
Adding Toner The copier will need a few moments to warm up before it is ready to copy. 4 51 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 262
Maintaining Your Copier Changing The Roll Paper Size Change the size guides on the left and right of the roll paper holder when you load different sized paper rolls. Important ❒ Always follow the instructions be- low when adjusting the roll paper holder. Do not force the roll paper holder by - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 263
Metric version A0 A1 A2 A3 A4 Roll Feeder K KL KL KL K Changing The Roll Paper Size 4 53 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 264
Your Copier Loading A Roll Of Paper When C is displayed, it is time to install a new roll of paper. R CAUTION: • Rolls of paper can be heavy, so you should be careful when loading one. • Be careful when replacing the roll paper or removing misfed paper by following the operating instructions - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 265
the empty core (B). D Set the paper holder (A) to the roll core, and then lower the lever (B). 4 Note ❒ Insert the paper roll as far as it will go. E Hold both sides of paper roll in the paper roll and install it securely in the paper holder. Note ❒ The flap of the paper roll should be on the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 266
feeder. 4 ❒ Do not force to remove the paper holder when you need to change the paper size. For how to remove and set the paper holder, see⇒ P.52 "Changing The Roll Paper Size" F Rotate the paper roll slowly until the flap is almost fed into the rubber part of the roller (A). While feeding the flap - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 267
feeder and the roller. 4 ❒ For how to change the Roll 2, refer to the following illustration: G Hold the paper (B ), and then slide the cutter (A). Note ❒ Slide the cutter one way only, otherwise paper waste may pile up inside the machine. H Turn the knob anticlockwise about 1/4 to adjust the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 268
Maintaining Your Copier I Close the Roll Feeder. 4 58 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 269
Loading A New Roll Onto Paper Cutting Rail (Option) Loading A New Roll Onto Paper Cutting Rail (Option) A Lift the rail. 4 B Remove the spool from its support. C Remove one of the end caps and slide the old roll off the spool. 59 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 270
Maintaining Your Copier D Slide the new roll on the spool and put the cap over the end of the roll. E Place the spool on the holder so that the paper rolls off the front. Push it all 4 the way in. F Lower the rail. 60 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 271
5. Troubleshooting If Something Goes Wrong If you have problems with your copier, consult the following pages. If a service indicator lights up, read the following section. If the original or copy is stuck in the copier; ⇒ P.62; if the copier won't start, or if copies don't look right, ⇒ P.70. If - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 272
Troubleshooting If Jams Occur If the Original is Jammed at the Exit Note ❒ If the paper or original gets stuck in the copier, remove both original and pa- per. A Lift the original table. 5 B Very gently pull the original out of the feed-out slot. Be careful not to - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 273
very hot. Do not touch any parts under the fusing cover. If necessary, wait until the fusing unit has cooled down. A Squeeze the locks on each side of the copier and lift the unit. 5 B Pull out the copy paper. Do not leave any scraps of paper in the copier. C Close the unit. Press firmly on - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 274
Troubleshooting If Sheet Paper is Jammed at the Paper Exit R CAUTION: • The fusing unit can be very hot. Do not touch any parts under the fusing cover. If necessary, wait until the fusing unit has cooled down. A Squeeze the locks on each side of the copier and lift the moddle unit be- tween the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 275
check every- where to remove the entire length of paper. 5 R CAUTION: • Be careful when replacing the roll paper or removing misfed pa- per by following the operating instructions properly. Otherwise, an injury may result from the paper cutter inside. • Do not touch the anti-humidity switch - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 276
Troubleshooting Note ❒ Slide the cutter one way only, otherwise paper waste may pile up inside the machine. D Rotate the paper roll in the direction of the arrow until you can see the edge of the paper. E Turn the knob anticlockwise about 1/4 to adjust the paper position. 5 F Slowly rotate the paper - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 277
fusing unit can be very hot. Do not touch any parts under the fusing cover. If necessary, wait until the fusing unit has cooled down. • Be careful when replacing the roll paper or removing misfed pa- per by following the operating instructions properly. Otherwise, an injury may result from the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 278
Troubleshooting D Hold the paper (B ), and then slide the cutter (A). Note ❒ Slide the cutter one way only, otherwise paper waste may pile up inside the machine. E Turn the knob anticlockwise about 1/4 to adjust the paper position. 5 F Slowly rotate the paper roll until the edge of the paper is fed - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 279
If Jams Occur ❒ Watch carefully to make sure that the flap of the paper is inserted between feeder and the roller. G Close the Roll Feeder. 5 69 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 280
Troubleshooting Others If a puzzling or recurring problem occurs, check the following before calling a service representative. It's also a good idea to check the ⇒ P.73 "Do's & Don'ts" to make sure the paper and originals match what the copier can handle. Absolutely nothing happens • Is the main - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 281
appear on copies made to transparent film, try setting your film sheets sideways. Copies Come Out Dog Eared • Try setting your copy paper with the other side facing up. • Make sure your copy paper is undamaged. Black streaks appear on copies • Check that the exposure glass is clean. 5 71 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 282
Troubleshooting Daily Maintenance Clean the Exposure Glass & the Platen Plate you should clean the copy and original tables with a damp cloth, then wipe them with a dry - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 283
not place more than one sheet of paper at a time on the bypass table. • Center your paper on the copy table using the size marks. Then slide the paper straight into the copier until it stops. • When copying to a long sheet of paper, lightly hold the sheet as the copier pulls it in so that it goes - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 284
Troubleshooting Where to Put Your Copier Your copier should be installed by a qualified technician. If you need to transport your copier to a distant location, call your service center before the move. You can of course move your copier around your office without calling the service you use the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 285
outlet to avoid fire or electric shock. • When the machine will not be used for a long time, unplug the power cord. R CAUTION: • When you or electric shock. • Connect the copier to a power source meeting the specifications on the inside front cover of this manual. • Do not set anything on the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 286
Troubleshooting • Make sure the power outlet is close to the copier and easily accessible at all times. Access To Machine Place the copier near a power source and provide clearance as shown. 5 1. Rear: more than 60cm, 23.7" 2. Right: more than 60cm, 23.7" 3. Left: more than 60cm, 23.7" 4. Front: - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 287
Copier Configuration Process Scanning Originals Original Reference Position Original Size Copy Size Warm-up Time First Copy Copying Speed Auto Reset Time Reproduction Ratio Paper Feed Toner to 1,3,4 or 5 minutes) Fixed: 1 to 1 manual feed/optional roll feeder Cartridge system LED indicators North - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 288
Specifications Options • Roll feeder Number of loaded paper rolls Acceptable Roll Size 1 roll (Type 780A) 2 roll (Type 780B) 720mm × 775mm (48" × 28.3" × 30.5") (48" × 28.3" × 30.5") Weight 78kg (172lb) 6 • Side Guide Type 770 86kg(189lb) • Table Type 770 • Roll Cutting Rail Type 770 78 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 289
5 B) Changing The Default Setting, 36 Black Streaks Appear on Copies, 71 C Changing The Roll Paper Size, 52 Changing The Used Toner Bottle, 45 Clean the Exposure Glass & the Platen Plate, 72 Copier, 77 Copier Exterior, 1 Copies Come Out Dog Eared, 71 Copying, 11 Copying Onto Other Media, 27 Copying - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 290
To Do Everyday, 72 Toner, 10 Toner Storage, 10 Troubleshooting, 61 Turning on the Power, 5 U Used Toner, 10 User Tools, 38 Using the Rear Table, 17 Using The Roll Cutting Rail (Option), 25 Using the Roll Feeder (Option), 15 V Variable Cutting, 23 W Where to Put Your Copier, 74 White Spots Appear - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 291
FW780 Operating Instructions Zfah010e.eps 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. - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 292
-ku, Tokyo 107-8544, Japan Phone: +81-(0)3-3479-3111 FW780 Operating Instructions Overseas Affiliates 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 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 293
of size notation are employed in this manual. With this machine refer to the metric 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 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 294
Where symbols are used on or near switches, they mean an under in accordance with IEC 60417: a means POWER ON. c means STAND BY. Copyright © 2001 Ricoh Co., Ltd. - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 295
the following safety precautions should always be followed. Safety During Operation In this manual, the following important symbols are used: R WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if instructions are not followed, could result in death or serious injury. R CAUTION: Indicates - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 296
in this manual. • Some parts of service representative. • 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. • Do not incinerate spilled toner or used toner. Toner - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 297
it could cause a personal burn. • Rolls of paper can be heavy, so you should be careful when loading one. • This machine has been tested for safety using this supplier's parts and consumables. We recommend you only use these specified supplies. • Our products are engineered to meet high standards - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 298
if you use the copier, press the main switch. For how to change the default interval before entering Auto Off mode, see Auto Off Time in"User Tools" ⇒ P.40 ❖ Specification Auto Off mode Power consumption Default interval FW780 1.0 W 30 minute -Recycled Paper Please contact your sales or service - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 299
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 If this instruction is not followed, paper might be misfed - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 300
Side Edges of the Originals 7 Recommended Paper 8 Anti-humidity Heater 9 Toner...10 Handling Toner 10 Toner Storage 10 Used Toner 10 2. Copying Basic Copying (Copying to sheets 11 Manual Feed Mode 16 Using the Rear Table 19 Copying onto Roll Paper 21 Synchro Cutting 21 Preset Cutting 24 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 301
4. Maintaining Your Copier Changing The Used Toner Bottle 47 Adding Toner 50 Changing the Roll Paper Size 54 Removing the Roll Paper Holder 54 Setting the Roll Paper Holder 54 Loading A Roll Of Paper 56 5. Troubleshooting If Something Goes Wrong 61 If Indicator Lights Up 61 If Jams Occur 63 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 302
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. Open the unit to empty the used toner bottle and to remove jammed paper. 2. Front Cover Open the cover (and the unit) to access the toner cartridge. 3. Original Guides Use the guides to keep the original straight as you feed the original into the copier. 4. Original Table Place your original face - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 304
Use this switch to turn the copier on and off. The copier will need about 3 minutes to warm up, if it's been turned off for a long time. 12. Copy Exit Guide Makes sure that copies don't fall off as they come out. 13. Anti-humidity Heater Switch When humidity is high, the paper in the paper - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 305
is in a state of wait (Energy Saver). Press key 9. 6. Troubleshooting indicators ⇒ P.61 "Troubleshooting" for details. 7. Wait indicator Shows that the copier is not yet ready to copy. 8. Ready (d), Set Original(R), Set Paper (K), Bypass Select (a) indicator Ready and Set Original lights up when the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 306
the type of copy paper you are using. The copier will apply more or less heat accordingly. • The top indicator-Translucent paper indicator • The bottom paper and original. For details about manual feed mode, ⇒ P.16 "Manual Feed Mode" 20. Green indicator Lights up when you select the manual - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 307
Turning on the Power To turn the machine on, press the main switch. Turn on the Main Power A Make sure that the power cord is firmly plugged into the wall outlet. B Turn on the main switch. 1. Basics Turn off the Main Power A Turn off the main switch. 5 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 308
the trailing edge: R50mm (2.0") or more, H20mm (0.8") or less. • For the curl of the whole paper: φ30mm (1.2") or more • When you copy the following originals, set them in the rear table: ⇒ P.19 "Using the Rear Table" • Thick originals (0.19mm ~1mm) • Originals less than 297mm (11") in width and - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 309
stuck on the leading edge • Originals with clips or staples • Originals with wet ink or white-out • Carbon paper • Originals made of materials other than paper or film (thermosensitive paper, aluminum foil, etc.) Note for Leading and Side Edges of the Originals Margins on the leading and side - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 310
size of paper, set the paper in the bypass tray. ❒ Weight of paper suitable for this copier: 51g/m2, 14lb to 134g/m2, 36lb. ❒ Do not use the following kinds of paper or a paper jam might occur. • Bent, folded, or creased paper • Torn paper • Perforated paper • Non-smooth paper • Slippery paper - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 311
Recommended Paper • When you use paper in high humidity under hot conditions, take out only the necessary amount of paper from the bag. Do not take all the paper out of the bag. Anti-humidity Heater 1 • When humidity is high, the paper in the paper roll tray may absorb moisture, which can effect - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 312
for safety using this supplier's parts and consumables. We recommend you only use these specified supplies. • If you use toner other than the recommended, a fault might occur. • If you want to add toner, ⇒ P.50 "Adding Toner" Toner Storage • Store toner cartridges horizontally in a cool, dark place - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 313
and get dirty, lay a wide piece of paper or some other covering on the floor. ❒ When setting an original or paper longer than 1,200mm (48"), pull down the Original stopper (option, a part of the copy stacker) and put the edge of your original or paper on. ❒ Do not use paper which is cut obliquely - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 314
or lay heavy objects on it. ❒ Pick up a sheet of copy, everytime you finish copying. R CAUTION: • If during copying your original gets stuck in the copier, press the {Emergency Stop} key. 2 • If you stop operation by pressing this key, remove the original. A Turn on the main switch. B When the Wait - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 315
Tray. 2 Note ❒ If you select two roll feeder, select one of the roll. ❒ If you select the Bypass table, center the paper face up on the bypass table and slide the paper straight into the copier. D Open the guides to keep the edge of the original from slipping into the pa- per entrance. 13 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 316
Copying E Set the original guide to match the width of the original. 2 F Center your original face down on the original table. Slide the original straight into the copier until the copier pulls it in. Note ❒ If you want to feed manually, use the manual feed mode. Press the {Start} key for more than - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 317
sheets) 2 H When the original is being sent back, the machine scans the original and starts copying. I The copy is delivered at the back of the copier. Note ❒ You must always pick up copies everytime, otherwise copy paper will pile up without rule. 15 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 318
❒ You can preset the initial settings of the copier ⇒ P.38 "B) Changing the Default Setting" Manual Feed Mode When you need to make larger sized paper, you can feed paper manually by using this function. If you want to feed manually, use the manual feed mode. This function helps you to make larger - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 319
to the start key, goes on. Note ❒ If you want to use this setting as a default, ⇒ P.42 "Settings You Can Change with User Tools" D Select any copy settings you require, such as the media type or copy densi- ty. Press the {Paper Select/Cut} key to select either one of the Roll Feeder - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 320
face up on the bypass table and slide the paper straight into the copier. 2 E Set the original guides to match the original size mark. Place the original face down and slide it straight into the copier along the original guides. Note ❒ Do not force to remove the original once you set it and if you - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 321
Copying, the original is repeatedly fed through and sent back until all copies have been made. I Copies are delivered at the rear of the machine. Using the Rear Table Set thick originals or originals less than 297(11")mm in width and more than 1,200( 48")mm in length on the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 322
Copying A Choose any copy settings you require. B For manual copying, set the paper. C Pull up the guide to avoid paper misfeeds. 2 D Insert the original face down from the rear table. E When the machine scans the original and starts copying, support the origi- nal with your hands at the front - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 323
, or the thin original (less than 0.1mm) which can be easily bent down, open the guides to keep the original away from the paper entrance. R CAUTION: • If during copying your original gets stuck in the copier, press the {Emergency Stop} key. • If you stop operation by pressing this key, remove the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 324
Copying A Press the {Paper Select/Cut} key. 2 The Paper Select indicator lights up. B Press the {Cut Select} key (1). The Synchro indicator (2) lights up. C Press the {Paper Select/Cut} key to turn on the RF Select indicator. D Select any copy settings you require. 22 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 325
onto Roll Paper E Set the original guides to match the width of the original. 2 F Make sure that the wait indicator goes off and the ready and the set original indicator go on. G Center your original face down on the original table. Slide the original straight into the copier until the copier pulls - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 326
key. The copier finishes the size. Note ❒ The default preset cut lengths are as follows. Metric Version: 1189mm, 841mm, 594mm, 420mm, 297mm Inch Version: 48.0", 42.0", 36.0", 24.0", 18.0", 11.0" To change the preset cut length pattern, please contact your service representative. A Press the {Paper - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 327
in a length you specify. Note ❒ Length can be cut from 280mm to 3,000mm, 11" to 118". A Press the {Paper Select/Cut} key. The Preset/Variable indicator lights up and the paper length display shows the default Preset Cut length. (1189mm or 48.0"). B Press the {Preset Cut} key to display the nearest - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 328
Copying C Press the {+} key or the {−} key to specify the most appropriate length. 2 You can change the settings by 1mm (0.1") steps. D Choose any copy settings you require. E Press the {Paper Select/Cut} key to turn on the Paper Select indicator. F Continue from step E⇒ P.23 26 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 329
onto translucent paper, film, use the {Copy Media} key to match the paper type refer to the following table. Type of pa- Media set- per ting Plain paper Both indicators off Film Film indicator on Translucent paper Translucent paper indicator on Heavy paper Translucent paper indicator on - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 330
set original indica- tor go on, the copier enters the ready condition. Note ❒ Even the fusing temperature manually. See the next page. Adjusting the Fusing Temperature Manually 3 A Press the levels) available depends on the paper type: • Plain paper : 1234567 • Translucent paper: 1234 • Film : - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 331
Copying onto Other Media E Choose any copy settings you require, and then start copying. Note ❒ The new fusing temperature for the selected paper type is cleared when you press the {Clear Modes/Energy Saver} key or turn off the main switch. 3 29 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 332
Copy Settings Adjusting Copy Image Density To make copies darker or lighter, change the density setting. There are 14 density levels (=7 notches × 2) . • Standard density level (Default) • 3 darker levels • 10 lighter levels Set the density with the {i} and {j} keys under the density indicator. - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 333
copied at a slant. Whether this happens depends on the original size, type, and condition (e.g., curled, wavy). In such a case, make one copy at a time. 3 ❒ You cannot use the repeated copy function in the following cases: • When using the Carrier Sheet. • When setting an original in the rear - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 334
set a leading margin, the copy image is shifted to the trailing edge. The copy image is shifted to the trailing edge, when you make a copy using the bypass table, or in the Preset Cut mode, Variable Cut mode. A Press the {Function Select} key until the Leading Edge or Trailing Edge indi - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 335
Setting a Leading/Trailing Edge Margin D Using the original table, insert the leading edge of the original first. 3 Note ❒ If you use the rear table, insert the original trailing edge first. 33 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 336
. ❒ If you set the end point within 40mm of the trailing edge of the original, the copier will regard the trailing edge as the end point. ❒ In the Synchro Cutting function, the copier will cut the paper in a length from the start point to the end point. ❒ When the Partial Copying function is - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 337
A "P" will blink in the copy counter display. Partial Copying B Slide the paper straight into the copier until it stops, or press the {Paper Se- 3 lect/Cut} key to turn on the Paper Select indicator. C Set the original. D Press the {Function Select} key when the leading edge of the area to be - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 338
Copy Settings The copier starts copying. 3 E Press the {Function Select} key when the trailing edge of the area to be cop- ied reaches the edge of the original table cover. The "P" will start blinking again. F After the paper has been delivered, press the {Clear/Stop} key and remove the original. G - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 339
on the machine or press the {Clear Modes/Energy Saver} key, these settings will be ready to use. A) Program key 3 Storing Settings in the Program Key Note ❒ You can store one setting for frequently use. A Press the {Program} key. B Input the settings you want to store. C Make a copy. The machine - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 340
Copy Settings Recalling Settings Stored in the Program key A Press the {Program} key before copying. 3 B Enter the number of copies required with the {+} and {-} key. C Make a copy. B) Changing the Default Setting A Turn off the main switch. 38 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 341
Programming Settings You Often Use B While holding down the {Emergency Stop} key, turn the copier back on. The jam and service indicators will blink. 3 C Input the settings you want. D Turn off the main switch. Note ❒ The next time you turn the copier on, the settings you programmed in step C - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 342
Copy Settings User Tools Access the User Tools to make the following adjustments: A1) Magnification Adjustment: allows you to adjust the vertical Length ( A2 ), press the {+} key, "A2" blinks on the display C Press the {Function Select} key. The Paper Length display shows the current value. 40 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 343
D Use the {+} and {−} key to change the value User Tools 3 E Press the {Program} key to return to step B. F Press the {Clear Modes/Energy Saver} key to exit this mode. 41 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 344
the machine's default settings. Note ❒ For how to enter the User Tools program, press the {Clear Modes/Energy Saver} key, and then details about each mode, contact your service representative. • Fusing Temperature 2-High (+02): Selects the fusing temperature for translucent paper. Note ❒ 0: Mode 5, 1: - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 345
beeper does not work if you use leading edge margin.) • Paper Feed Out Waiting Time Setting(+06): When the copier is ready to re- ceive Manual Feed Start Time Setting(+07): After copy paper is set, the copier waits for a preset number of seconds before starting the rollers that will pull the paper - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 346
if toner end indicator 3 lights. • Screen Message Setting(+11): When the copier is setting (margin, multiple copies, or paper length) by holding down the {+} original in. If the original is often fed obliquely, you can solve the problem by setting a longer pause. The time can be set to 1, 2, 3, - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 347
1 to 240 minutes. Note ❒ Default: 30min ❒ Auto Off cannot be used in the following cases. • When the Wait indicator goes on • When the toner end indicator goes on • When the front door is open • While copying 3 • When a paper misfeed occurs or SC call appears • The machine cannot enter the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 348
4: 0.02 sec- onds, 5: 0.01 seconds ❒ Default: 0 • Fixed Paper Size Pattern Setting(+22): Select the fixed paper size pattern chosen when the "Preset Cut" key is press. For details about this setting, contact your service representative. • Optional Paper Size Setting(+23 ~ +32): Up to 10 different - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 349
children. R CAUTION: • This machine has been tested for safety using this supplier's parts and consumables. We recommend you only use these specified supplies. Note ❒ If the toner bottle overflows, toner particles could get inside the copier and cause damage. When you install a new bottle, make sure - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 350
the door on the right side of the copier ,and then carefully remove the plastic bottle. 4 Note ❒ Put the used toner to the plastic bag and dispose of it according to local reg- ulations. Do not throw away the bottle. D Place the bottle in the copier again, and then close the door. E Plug in - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 351
F Close the upper unit. Changing The Used Toner Bottle 4 49 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 352
's parts and consumables. We recommend you only use these specified supplies. Note ❒ If you use toner other than that recommended, a fault might occur. ❒ When adding toner, do not turn off the main switch. If you do, your settings will be cleared. ❒ Always add toner after the machine instructs you - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 353
cartridge to the right (A), lift the left end and remove the cartridge (B). 4 D Put the old toner cartridge in a plastic bag and dispose of it according to lo- cal regulations. E Shake the new toner cartridge lightly 5 to 6 times to remove lumps. F Install the new cartridge. Make sure that the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 354
all the way to the left. Then turn the toner cartridge all the way in, as shown. Note ❒ If you can't close the toner cartridge cover, there might be problem setting the toner cartridge. In this case, set the toner cartridge again. I Close the toner cartridge cover and the original table. 52 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 355
Adding Toner The copier will need a few moments to warm up before it is ready to copy. 4 53 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 356
Maintaining Your Copier Changing the Roll Paper Size Change the size guides on the left and right of the roll paper holder when you load different sized paper rolls. Important ❒ Always follow the instructions be- low when adjusting the roll paper holder. Do not force the roll paper holder by - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 357
Metric version Roll Feeder A0 K A1 KL A2 KL A3 KL A4 K Changing the Roll Paper Size 4 55 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 358
Your Copier Loading A Roll Of Paper When C is displayed, it is time to install a new roll of paper. R CAUTION: • Rolls of paper can be heavy, so you should be careful when loading one. • Be careful when replacing the roll paper or removing misfed paper by following the operating instructions - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 359
from the empty core(B). D Set the paper holder to the roll core (A), and then lower the lever (B). 4 Note ❒ Insert the paper roll as far as it will go. E Hold both sides of the paper roll and install it securely in the paper holder. Note ❒ The flap of the paper roll should be on the buttom - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 360
feeder. 4 ❒ Do not force to remove the paper holder when you need to change the paper size. For how to remove and set the paper holder, see "Changing the Roll Paper Size" ⇒ P.54 F Rotate the paper roll slowly until the flap is almost fed into the rubber part of the roller (A).While feeding the flap - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 361
the feeder and the roller. 4 ❒ For how to change the Roll 2, refer to the following illustration: G Hold the paper (B), and then slide the cutter (A). Note ❒ Slide the cutter one way only, otherwise paper waste may pile up inside the machine. H Turn the knob anticlockwise about 1/4 to adjust the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 362
Maintaining Your Copier I Close the Roll Feeder. 4 60 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 363
5. Troubleshooting If Something Goes Wrong If you have problems with your copier, consult the following pages. If a service indicator lights up, read the following section. If the original or copy is stuck in the copier; ⇒ P.63; if the copier won't start, or if copies don't look right, ⇒ P.71. If - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 364
Troubleshooting E The used Empty the toner bottle used toner is full. bottle. ⇒ P.47. 5 62 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 365
If Jams Occur If Jams Occur If the Original is Jammed at the exit Note ❒ If the paper or original gets stuck in the copier, remove both original and pa- per. A Lift the original table. 5 B Very gently pull the original out of the feed-out slot. Be careful not to - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 366
Troubleshooting If Sheet Paper is Jammed in the Feed-in Slot R CAUTION: • The fusing unit can be very hot. Do not touch any parts under the fusing cover. If necessary, wait until the fusing unit has cooled down. A Squeeze the locks on each side of the copier and lift the unit. 5 B Pull out the copy - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 367
If Jams Occur If Sheet Paper is Jammed at the Paper Exit R CAUTION: • The fusing unit can be very hot. Do not touch any parts under the fusing cover. If necessary, wait until the fusing unit has cooled down. A Squeeze the locks on each side of the copier and lift the moddle unit be- tween - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 368
to check everywhere 5 to remove the entire length of paper. R CAUTION: • Be careful when replacing the roll paper or removing misfed pa- per by following the operating instructions properly. Otherwise, an injury may result from the paper cutter inside. • Do not touch the anti-humidity switch - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 369
knob anticlockwise about 1/4 to adjust the paper position. 5 F Slowly rotate the paper roll until the edge of the paper is fed into the rub- ber part of the roller (A). While feeding the flap of the paper roll into the rubber part of the roller, turn the paper knob clockwise(B). Note ❒ Do not hold - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 370
fusing unit can be very hot. Do not touch any parts under the fusing cover. If necessary, wait until the fusing unit has cooled down. • Be careful when replacing the roll paper or removing misfed pa- per by following the operating instructions properly. Otherwise, 5 an injury may result from the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 371
knob anticlockwise about 1/4 to adjust the paper position. 5 F Slowly rotate the paper roll until the edge of the paper is fed into the rub- ber part of the roller (A). While feeding the flap of the paper roll into the rubber part of the roller, turn the paper knob clockwise(B). Note ❒ Do not hold - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 372
Troubleshooting ❒ Watch carefully to make sure that the flap of the paper is inserted between the feeder and the roller. G Close the Roll Feeder. 5 70 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 373
Others Others If a puzzling or recurring problem occurs, check the following before calling a service representative. It's also a good idea to check the ⇒ P.74 "Do's & Don'ts" to make sure the paper and originals match what the copier can handle. Absolutely Nothing Happens • Is the main switch on? - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 374
Troubleshooting Creases • Try setting your copy paper sideways. • If long creases appear on copies, try setting your copy paper sideways, or try changing the copy media setting. • If creases appear on copies made to transparent film, try setting your film sheets sideways. Copies Come - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 375
Daily Maintenance Daily Maintenance Clean the Exposure Glass & the Platen Plate You should clean the copy and original tables with a damp cloth, and then wipe them with a dry cloth. Clean the exposure glass and the original drive roller with a damp cloth, and then wipe them with a dry cloth. 5 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 376
not place more than one sheet of paper at a time on the bypass table. • Center your paper on the copy table using the size marks. Then slide the paper straight into the copier until it stops. • When copying to a long sheet of paper, lightly hold the sheet as the copier pulls it in so that it goes - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 377
copier to a distant location, call your service center before the move. You can of course move your copier around your office without calling the service If it topples over, it could cause injury. R CAUTION: • If you use the machine in a confined space, make sure there is a continuous air turnover. - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 378
outlet to avoid fire or electric shock. • When the machine will not be used for a long time, unplug the power cord. R CAUTION: • When you or electric shock. • Connect the copier to a power source meeting the specifications on the inside front cover of this manual. • Do not set anything on the - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 379
Make sure the plug is firmly inserted into the power outlet. • Make sure the power outlet is close to the copier and easily accessible at all times. Access To Machine Place the copier near a power source and provide clearance as shown. 1. Rear: more than 60cm, 23.7" 5 2. Right: more than 60cm, 23 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 380
Troubleshooting 5 78 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 381
Copier Configura- Console tion with roll feeder Process Dry electrostatic transfer system Scanning Original moving over a fixed fiber optics array Originals Sheet Original Reference Position Center Original Size Maximum: 914 (W) × 3,000mm (L) (36" × 118") Minimum: A4 K (210 (W) × 297mm - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 382
Auto Reset Time 2 minutes (can also be turned off or set to 1,3,4 or 5 minutes) Reproduc- Fixed: 1 to tion Ratio 1 Paper Feed manual feed/roll feeder Toner re- Cartridge plenish- system 6 ment Self-diag- LED indi- nostic cators codes Power Source North America: 120V, 60Hz, 12A Europe - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 383
18.9") Weight 80kg (176lb) Roll Feeder Number of loaded paper rolls 1 roll (Type780A) 2 roll (Type78 0B) Accept- Width: 210, 257, 297, 364, 420, 515, 594, 660, 728, 800, 841, 880, 914mm Width: able Roll Roll length: less than 150mm Size 210, 257, 297, 364, Note 420, 515, ❒ Maximum: 914mm - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 384
Specifications Dimen- 1,200mm× 720mm × 775mm (48 × 28.3 × 30.5") sion (W × D × H) Weight 78kg (172lb) 1,200m m × 720mm × 775mm (48 × 28.3 × 30.5") 86kg (189lb) 6 82 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 385
Options • Copy Tray Type 780 Options 6 83 - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 386
Changing the Roll Paper Size, 54 Changing The Used Toner Bottle, 47 Clean the Exposure Glass & the Platen Plate, 73 Copier, 79 Copier Exterior, 1 Copies You Cannot See the Roll Paper Jam, 68 L Loading A Roll Of Paper, 56 M Machine Environment, 75 Maintaining Your Copier, 47 Manual Feed Mode, 16 N Non - Ricoh FW770 | Operating Instructions - Page 387
Something Happens, but Set Paper or Paper Select Never Appear, 71 Specifications, 79 Synchro Cutting, 21 T Toner, 10 Toner Storage, 10 Troubleshooting, 61 Turning on the Power, 5 Turn off the Main Power, 5 Turn on the Main Power, 5 U Used Toner, 10 User Tools, 40 Using the Rear Table, 19 V Variable
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FW740
Operating Instructions
RICOH