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SERVICE MANUAL

THEORY OF OPERATION

UA3816/UA3820

2004 KONICA MINOLTA BUSINESS TECHNOLOGIES, INC.


Use of this manual should be strictly supervised to
avoid disclosure of confidential information.

Printed in Japan
4034-7990-11
04030800

2004.3
Ver. 1.0

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SAFETY AND IMPORTANT WARNING ITEMS


Read carefully the Safety and Important Warning Items described below to understand
them before doing service work.

IMPORTANT NOTICE
Because of possible hazards to an inexperienced person servicing this product as well as
the risk of damage to the product, TECO Iamge Systems Co., Ltd (hereafter called
the ) strongly recommends that all servicing be performed only by TIS trained
service technicians.
Changes may have been made to this product to improve its performance after this Service
Manual was printed. Accordingly, TIS does not warrant, either explicitly or implicitly, that
the information contained in this Service Manual is complete and accurate.
The user of this Service Manual must assume all risks of personal injury and/or damage to
the product while servicing the product for which this Service Manual is intended.
Therefore, this Service Manual must be carefully read before doing service work both in the
course of technical training and even after that, for performing maintenance and control of
the product properly.
Keep this Service Manual also for future service.

DESCRIPTION ITEMS FOR DANGER,


WARNING AND CAUTION
In this Service Manual, each of three expressions

DANGER,

WARNING, and

CAUTION is defined as follows together with a symbol mark to be used in a limited

meaning.
When servicing the product, the relevant works (disassembling, reassembling, adjustment,
repair, maintenance, etc.) need to be conducted with utmost care.

DANGER : Action having a high possibility of suffering death or serious injury


WARNING : Action having a possibility of suffering death or serious injury
CAUTION : Action having a possibility of suffering a slight wound, medium
trouble, and property damage
Symbols used for safety and important warning items are defined as follows:

:Precaution when servicing the product.


:Prohibition when servicing the product.
:Direction when servicing the product.

General precaution

Electric hazard

High temperature

General prohibition

Do not touch
with wet hand

Do not disassemble

General instruction

Unplug

Ground/ Earth

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SAFETY WARNINGS
1.

MODIFICATIONS NOT AUTHORIZED BY


TECO Image Systems Co., Ltd.

TIS brand products are renowned for their high reliability. This reliability is achieved
through high-quality design and a solid service network.
Product design is a highly complicated and delicate process where numerous mechanical,
physical, and electrical aspects have to be taken into consideration, with the aim of arriving
at proper tolerances and safety factors. For this reason, unauthorized modifications involve
a high risk of degradation in performance and safety. Such modifications are therefore
strictly prohibited. the points listed below are not exhaustive, but they illustrate the reasoning behind this policy.

DANGER: PROHIBITED ACTIONS


Using any cables or power cord not specified by TIS.

Using any fuse or thermostat not specified by TIS.


Safety will not be assured, leading to a risk of fire and
injury.
Disabling fuse functions or bridging fuse terminals with
wire, metal clips, solder or similar object.
Disabling relay functions (such as wedging paper between
relay contacts)

Disabling safety functions (interlocks, safety circuits, etc.)


Safety will not be assured, leading to a risk of fire and
injury.
Making any modification to the product unless instructed
by TIS

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DANGER: PROHIBITED ACTIONS


Using parts not specified by TIS

2.

CHECKPOINTS WHEN PERFORMING ON-SITE SERVICE

TIS brand products are extensively tested before shipping, to ensure that all applicable
safety standards are met, in order to protect the customer and customer engineer
(hereafter called the CE) from the risk of injury. However, in daily use, any electrical
equipment may be subject to parts wear and eventual failure. In order to maintain safety
and reliability, the CE must perform regular safety checks.
1. Power Supply

WARNING: Wall Outlet


Check that mains voltage is as specified. Plug the power
cord into the dedicated wall outlet with a capacity greater
than the maximum power consumption.
If excessive current flows in the wall outlet, fire may
result.
If two or more power cords can be plugged into the wall
outlet, the total load must not exceed the rating of the wall
outlet.
If excessive current flows in the wall outlet, fire may
result.

WARNING: Power Plug and Cord


Make sure the power cord is plugged in the wall outlet
securely.
Contact problems may lead to increased resistance,
overheating, and the risk of fire.

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WARNING: Power Plug and Cord


Check whether the power cord is damaged. Check
whether the sheath is damaged.
If the power plug, cord, or sheath is damaged, replace
with a new power cord (with plug and connector on each
end) specified by TIS. Using the damaged power cord
may result in fire or electric shock.
When using the power cord (inlet type) that came with this
product, be sure to observe the following precautions:
a. Make sure the connector is securely inserted in the inlet
on the rear panel of the product.
Secure the cord with a fixture properly.
b. If the power cord or sheath is damaged, replace with a
new power cord (with plugs on both ends) specified by
TIS.
If the power cord (inlet type) is not connected to the
product securely, a contact problem may lead to
increased resistance, overheating, and risk of fire.
Check whether the power cord is not stepped on or
pinched by a table and so on.
Overheating may occur there, leading to a risk of fire.
Do not bundle or tie the power cord.
Overheating may occur there, leading to a risk of fire.

Check whether dust is collected around the power plug


and wall outlet.
Using the power plug and wall outlet without removing
dust may result in fire.
Do not insert the power plug into the wall outlet with a wet
hand.
The risk of electric shock exists.
When unplugging the power cord, grasp the plug, not the
cable.
The cable may be broken, leading to a risk of fire and
electric shock.

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WARNING: Wiring
Never use multi-plug adapters to plug multiple power
cords in the same outlet.
If used, the risk of fire exists.
When an extension cord is required, use a specified one.
Current that can flow in the extension cord is limited, so
using a too long extension cord may result in fire.
Do not use an extension cable reel with the cable taken
up. Fire may result.

WARNING: Ground connection


Check whether the product is grounded properly.
If current leakage occurs in an ungrounded product, you
may suffer electric shock while operating the product.
Connect power plug to grounded wall outlet.
2. Installation Requirements

WARNING: Prohibited Installation Place


Do not place the product near flammable materials or volatile materials that may catch fire.
A risk of fire exists.
Do not place the product in a place exposed to water such
as rain.
A risk of fire and electric shock exists.

WARNING: When not using product for a long time


When the product is not used over an extended period of
time (holidays, etc.), switch it off and unplug the power
cord.
Dust collected around the power plug and outlet may
cause fire.

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CAUTION: Ventilation
The product generates ozone gas during operation, but it
will not be harmful to the human body.
If a bad smell of ozone is present in the following cases,
ventilate the room.
a. When the product is used in a poorly ventilated room
b. When taking a lot of copies
c. When using multiple products at the same time

CAUTION: Fixing
Be sure to lock the caster stoppers.
In the case of an earthquake and so on, the product may
slide, leading to a injury.

CAUTION: Inspection before Servicing


Before conducting an inspection, read all relevant documentation (service manual, technical notices, etc.) and
proceed with the inspection following the prescribed procedure, using only the prescribed tools. Do not make any
adjustment not described in the documentation.
If the prescribed procedure or tool is not used, the product may break and a risk of injury or fire exists.
Before conducting an inspection, be sure to disconnect the
power plugs from the product and options.
When the power plug is inserted in the wall outlet, some
units are still powered even if the POWER switch is
turned OFF. A risk of electric shock exists.
The area around the fixing unit is hot.
You may get burnt.

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WARNING: Work Performed with the product Powered


Take every care when making adjustments or performing
an operation check with the product powered.
If you make adjustments or perform an operation check
with the external cover detached, you may touch live or
high-voltage parts or you may be caught in moving gears
or the timing belt, leading to a risk of injury.
Take every care when servicing with the external cover
detached.
High-voltage exists around the drum unit. A risk of electric shock exists.

WARNING: Safety Checkpoints


Check the exterior and frame for edges, burrs, and other
damages.
The user or CE may be injured.
Do not allow any metal parts such as clips, staples, and
screws to fall into the product.
They can short internal circuits and cause electric shock
or fire.
Check wiring for squeezing and any other damage.
Current can leak, leading to a risk of electric shock or
fire.
Carefully remove all toner remnants and dust from electrical parts and electrode units such as a charging corona
unit.
Current can leak, leading to a risk of product trouble or
fire.
Check high-voltage cables and sheaths for any damage.
Current can leak, leading to a risk of electric shock or
fire.
Check electrode units such as a charging corona unit for
deterioration and sign of leakage.
Current can leak, leading to a risk of trouble or fire.

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WARNING: Safety Checkpoints


Before disassembling or adjusting the write unit (P/H unit)
incorporating a laser, make sure that the power cord has
been disconnected.
The laser light can enter your eye, leading to a risk of
loss of eyesight.
Do not remove the cover of the write unit. Do not supply
power with the write unit shifted from the specified mounting position.
The laser light can enter your eye, leading to a risk of
loss of eyesight.
When replacing a lithium battery, replace it with a new lithium battery specified in the Parts Guide Manual. Dispose
of the used lithium battery using the method specified by
local authority.
Improper replacement can cause explosion.
After replacing a part to which AC voltage is applied (e.g.,
optical lamp and fixing lamp), be sure to check the installation state.
A risk of fire exists.
Check the interlock switch and actuator for loosening and
check whether the interlock functions properly.
If the interlock does not function, you may receive an
electric shock or be injured when you insert your hand in
the product (e.g., for clearing paper jam).
Make sure the wiring cannot come into contact with sharp
edges, burrs, or other pointed parts.
Current can leak, leading to a risk of electric shock or
fire.
Make sure that all screws, components, wiring, connectors, etc. that were removed for safety check and maintenance have been reinstalled in the original location. (Pay
special attention to forgotten connectors, pinched cables,
forgotten screws, etc.)
A risk of product trouble, electric shock, and fire exists.

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WARNING: HANDLING OF CONSUMABLE


Toner and developer are not harmful substances, but care
must be taken not to breathe excessive amounts or let the
substances come into contact with eyes, etc. It may be
stimulative.
If the substances get in the eye, rinse with plenty of water
immediately. When symptoms are noticeable, consult a
physician.
Never throw the used cartridge and toner into fire.
You may be burned due to dust explosion.

CAUTION: HANDLING OF SERVICE MATERIALS


Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.
Drum cleaner (isopropyl alcohol) and roller cleaner (acetone-based) are highly flammable and must be handled
with care. A risk of fire exists.
Do not replace the cover or turn the product ON before
any solvent remnants on the cleaned parts have fully
evaporated.
A risk of fire exists.
Use only a small amount of cleaner at a time and take care
not to spill any liquid. If this happens, immediately wipe it
off.
A risk of fire exists.
When using any solvent, ventilate the room well.
Breathing large quantities of organic solvents can lead to
discomfort.

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MEASURES TO TAKE IN CASE OF AN ACCIDENT

1. If an accident has occurred, the distributor who has been notified first must immediately
take emergency measures to provide relief to affected persons and to prevent further
damage.
2. If a report of a serious accident has been received from a customer, an on-site evaluation must be carried out quickly and TIS must be notified.
3. To determine the cause of the accident, conditions and materials must be recorded
through direct on-site checks, in accordance with instructions issued by TIS.

4.

CONCLUSION

1. Safety of users and customer engineers depends highly on accurate maintenance and
administration. Therefore, safety can be maintained by the appropriate daily service
work conducted by the customer engineer.
2. When performing service, each product on the site must be tested for safety. The customer engineer must verify the safety of parts and ensure appropriate management of
the equipment.

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INDEX
GENERAL

Composition/Operation

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CONTENTS
GENERAL
1. System configuration ........................................................................................ 1-1
2. Product specification ........................................................................................ 1-2
2.1 Copier ....................................................................................................... 1-2
2.2 Data Terminal (DT-201): (Option) ............................................................ 1-5
3. PRECAUTIONS FOR INSTALLATION ............................................................ 1-6
3-1 Installation Site ......................................................................................... 1-6
3-2 Power Source ........................................................................................... 1-6
3-3 Grounding ................................................................................................ 1-6
4. PRECAUTIONS FOR USE .............................................................................. 1-7
4-1 To ensure that the copier is used in an optimum condition ...................... 1-7
4-2 Operating Environment ............................................................................ 1-7
4-3 Power Requirements ................................................................................ 1-7
4-4 CAUTION ................................................................................................. 1-7
5. Handling Consumables .................................................................................... 1-8
6. Other Precautions ............................................................................................ 1-9
7. CROSS SECTIONAL VIEW ............................................................................. 1-10
8. Paper Path ....................................................................................................... 1-11
9. COPY PROCESS ............................................................................................ 1-12
9.1 Copy Process Overview ........................................................................... 1-12
9.2 Image Forming Process ........................................................................... 1-14
9.3 Drum Charging (Step 1) ........................................................................... 1-14
9.4 Exposure Process (Step 2) ...................................................................... 1-15
9.5 Developing Process (Step 3) ................................................................... 1-15
9.6 Image Transfer Process (Step 4) ............................................................. 1-16
9.7 Paper Separating Process (Step 5) ......................................................... 1-16
9.8 Fusing Process (Step 6) ........................................................................... 1-17
9.9 PC Drum Cleaning Process (Step 7) ....................................................... 1-17
9.10 Charge Neutralizing Process (Step 8) ...................................................... 1-18
9.11 Image Transfer Roller Cleaning Process (Step 9) ................................... 1-18
9.12 Toner Recovery Process (Step 10) .......................................................... 1-19

Composition/Operation
1. OVERALL CONFIGURATION ......................................................................... 2-1
1.1 Timing Chart at Power ON ....................................................................... 2-1
1.2 Control Block Diagram ............................................................................. 2-2
2. SCANNER (IR) ................................................................................................. 2-3
2.1 Construction ............................................................................................. 2-3
2.2 Mechanism and Control for Moving the Scanner and Mirrors Carriage ... 2-4
2.2.1 Scanner Moving Mechanism/Control ............................................. 2-4
2.2.2 Operation ....................................................................................... 2-4
2.3 Original Size Detection ............................................................................. 2-6
2.4 Determination of Original Size ................................................................. 2-7
2.4.1 For Inch area ................................................................................. 2-7
2.4.2 For Metric and China area ............................................................. 2-7
2.4.3 For Latin America area (Inch) ........................................................ 2-8

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2.4.4 For Latin America area (Metric) .................................................... 2-8


3. PH (Writing Section) ........................................................................................ 2-9
3.1 Construction ............................................................................................ 2-9
3.2 Operation ................................................................................................. 2-10
4. IMAGING UNIT ................................................................................................ 2-11
4.1 Construction ............................................................................................ 2-11
4.2 Operation ................................................................................................. 2-12
4.3 PC Drum .................................................................................................. 2-13
4.4 Grounding of the PC Drum ...................................................................... 2-13
5. PC DRUM CHARGING ................................................................................... 2-14
6. DEVELOPING ................................................................................................. 2-15
6.1 Developing Roller .................................................................................... 2-15
6.2 Developing Bias ...................................................................................... 2-15
6.3 ATDC Sensor .......................................................................................... 2-16
6.4 ATDC Sensor Automatic Adjustment ...................................................... 2-16
7. TONER REPLENISHING ................................................................................ 2-17
7.1 Toner Replenishing Mechanism .............................................................. 2-17
7.2 Toner Replenishing Control ..................................................................... 2-18
7.3 T/C Recovery Mode ................................................................................ 2-19
7.4 Toner Bottle Home Position Detection .................................................... 2-20
8. TONER RECOVERY ....................................................................................... 2-21
9. SYNCHRONIZING ROLLER SECTION .......................................................... 2-22
9.1 Construction ............................................................................................ 2-22
9.2 Operation ................................................................................................. 2-23
9.3 Paper Dust Remover ............................................................................... 2-23
10. IMAGE TRANSFER AND PAPER SEPARATION SECTION .......................... 2-24
10.1 Image Transfer Section ........................................................................... 2-24
10.2 Paper Separation Section ....................................................................... 2-24
11. PAPER TAKE-UP ............................................................................................ 2-25
11.1 Construction ............................................................................................ 2-25
11.2 Operation ................................................................................................. 2-26
11.2.1 Paper Separating Mechanism ....................................................... 2-27
11.3 Drawer In Position Detection ................................................................... 2-28
11.4 Paper Empty Detection Mechanism ........................................................ 2-28
11.5 Paper Lifting Plate ................................................................................... 2-29
11.6 Universal Tray Paper Size Detection Mechanism ................................... 2-29
11.6.1 ON/OFF Positions of Paper Size Detecting Switches and
Corresponding Paper Size Detected ............................................ 2-30
11.7 Paper Take Up Control ............................................................................ 2-31
11.7.1 Paper Take Up Retry Control ........................................................ 2-31
12. MANUAL BYPASS SECTION ......................................................................... 2-32
12.1 Operation ................................................................................................. 2-32
12.2 Paper Detection Mechanism ................................................................... 2-32
12.3 Manual Feed Take Up Control ................................................................ 2-33
13. FUSING UNIT SECTION ................................................................................. 2-34
13.1 Construction (for UA3816) ........................................................................ 2-34
13.2 Construction (for UA3820) ........................................................................ 2-35

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13.3 Operation ................................................................................................. 2-36


13.4 Fusing Roller Pressure Mechanism ......................................................... 2-36
13.5 Fusing Temperature Control (forUA3816) ................................................ 2-37
13.6 Fusing Temperature Control (for UA3820) ............................................... 2-38
13.7 PPM Control (UA3816 Only) ..................................................................... 2-39
14. PAPER EXIT (for UA3816) .................................................. ............................ 2-40
14.1 Construction ............................................................................................. 2-40
14.2 Operation ................................................................................................. 2-40
15. PAPER EXIT (for UA3820) .............................................................................. 2-41
15.1 Construction ............................................................................................. 2-41
15.2 Operation ................................................................................................. 2-41
16. IMAGE STABILIZATION SYSTEM .................................................................. 2-42
16.1 Fan Control .............................................................................................. 2-43
16.1.1 Power Supply Section Cooling Mechanism ................................... 2-43
16.1.2 Fusing Section Cooling Mechanism .............................................. 2-44

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1.

System configuration

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4

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15
6

16

8
9

10

4034G501CA

1. Automatic Document Feeder (AF-2000)

11. Key Counter Kit

2. Duplexing Document Feeder

12. Data Terminal (DT-201)*3

(RAF-2000)*1

13. 32MB Memory (M32-5)

3. Original Cover Kit (OC-8)

14. 64MB Memory (M64-4)

4. Job Separator (JS-204)

15. Printer Controller (Pi2001e)

5. Duplex Unit (DX-2000)*1

16. Network Interface Card (NC-6)

6. Multiple Bypass (MB-6)

17. Internet Fax & Network Scan Kit

7. Paper Feed Unit (PF-2000)

(SU-6)

8. Copy Desk (CD-1H)

18. Fax Kit (FX-2000)

9. Copy Desk (CD-3M)*2

19. Shifting Unit (OT-103)

10. Copy Table (CT-3)*2

(Illustration none)

1: UA3820 Only
2: Only for 3rd area of UA3820
3: 3rd area only (Inch)

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2.1

General

Product specification
Copier

TYPE
PLATEN
ORIGINAL SCANNING SYSTEM
PHOTOCONDUCTOR
COPYING SYSTEM

:
:
:
:
:

RESOLUTION
PAPER FEEDING SYSTEM
EXPOSURE SYSTEM
DEVELOPING SYSTEM
CHARGING SYSTEM

:
:
:
:
:

IMAGE TRANSFER SYSTEM


PAPER SEPARATING SYSTEM
FUSING SYSTEM
PAPER DISCHARGING SYSTEM
MAX. ORIGINAL SIZE

:
:
:
:
:

Console/Desktop Type
Stationary
CCD Line Sensor
Organic Photoconductor
Electrostatic Dry Powdered Image Transfer to Plain Paper with
a Laser
600 600 dpi
Max. Three-way System
Mirror Scanning
MT-HG System
Comb Electrode (1) DC Negative Corona with Scorotron System
Roller Image Transfer
Paper Separator Fingers and Charge Neutralizing Plate
Heat Roller
Charge Neutralizing Brush
A3

Copy Medium
Type

Paper Feed Tray/1

Manual Bypass

Plain Paper (60 to 90 g/m2)

Transparencies

Thick Paper (91 to 157 g/m )

Postcards, Labels, and Envelopes

Width

90 297 mm*

90 297 mm

Length

140 432 mm*

140 432 mm

Recycled Paper (60 to 90 g/m2)


Size

If the width set 297 mm, the max. length is to 420 mm.
If the length set 432 mm, the max. width is to 279 mm.
MULTIPLE COPIES
WARMING-UP TIME

:
:

FIRST COPY TIME

1 to 99
UA3816: 15 sec. or less (23C, Rated Voltage)
UA3820: 30 sec. or less (23C, Rated Voltage)
7 sec. or less (A4C/LetterC, Paper Feed Tray/1, full size mode)

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CONTINUOUS COPY SPEED (copies/min)


Zoom ratio 1.000, Paper Feed Tray/1
Size

Speed
Di2011

Di1611

A3 L

12

10

A4 L

16

13

A4 C

20

16

B4 L

13

11

B5 C

23

18

B5 L

18

15

Letter C

20

16

Letter L

17

14

11 17 L

11

10

Legal L

14

12

11 14

14

12

ZOOM RATIOS
Fixed

Full Size

1.00

Reduction

0.81
0.70
0.50

Enlargement

1.15
1.41
2.00

Variable
LENS
EXPOSURE LAMP

0.50 to 2.00 (in 0.01 increments)


:
:

Through Lens
Rare Gas Fluorescent Lamp

POWER/CURRENT CONSUMPTION
Max. Current Consumption
(full system)

1250 W (UA3820: 200 V area)


1200 W (UA3820: 120 V area)
1050 W (UA3816: 200 V area)
1000 W (UA3816:120 V area)

Current Consumption
(full system)

5.5 A (UA3820: 200 V area)


10 A (UA3820: 120 V area)
4.5 A (UA3816: 200 V area)
8.5 A (UA3816: 120 V area)

POWER REQUIREMENTS

110 V, 120 V, 127 V, 220 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz

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ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Temperature

10 to 30C with a fluctuation of 10C or less per hour

Humidity

15 to 85% RH with a fluctuation of 20% RH or less per hour

Ambient Illumination

3000 lux or less

Levelness

1 or less

COPIER DIMENSIONS
COPIER MASS

:
:

Width = 599 mm, Depth = 620 mm, Height = 487 mm (Copier Only)
38 kg

Printing Speed

Memory
Interface

:
:

Printer Language
Font
Complying OS

:
:
:

6 printed pages/min (A4 C, 300 dpi)


12 printed pages/min (A4 C, 600 dpi)
Shared with the copier
IEEE 1284 (parallel), USB Revision 1.1 (except for Windows 95 and
Windows NT)
GDI
Windows
Windows XP (SP1 or later), Windows 2000 (SP3 or later), Windows
NT Workstation Version 4.0 (SP6a or later), Windows ME, Windows
98 (SP1), Windows 98 SE, and Windows 95 OSR2.5

Web Browser

<GDI Printer Functions>

Internet Explorer 4.0 or later

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2.2

Data Terminal (DT-201): (Option)

Configuration

Interface

Compliance Certification

Operating Environment
Power Requirements
Current Consumption
Dimensions

:
:
:
:

Weight

Main control unit (CPU), clock, communications control unit


(modem), and power supply unit
Connected to the mechanical counter connector of the copier, modular connector (6-pole 2-core, RJ11C) 2
Certified by Japan Approvals Institute for Telecommunications Equipment (JATE)
Conforms to that of the copier
AC100 to 120 V
150 mA (max.)
Width = 155 mm
Depth = 180 mm
Height = 50 mm
700 g (including harness)

Communications Specifications
Redial

Max. ten times

Applicable Telephone Line

Dialing Method
Communications Method

:
:

Data Transfer Rate

Public switched telephone network, private branch exchange (PBX)


network
Tone, pulse (10 pps/20 pps)
Half-duplex asynchronous transmission system conforming to ITUTV.21
300 bps

5 years

Modem Specifications

Clock Specifications
Battery Life

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General

PRECAUTIONS FOR INSTALLATION

3-1.

Installation Site

To ensure safety and utmost performance of the copier, the copier should NOT be used in a
place:
Where it will be subjected to extremely high or low temperature or humidity.
Where it will be subjected to sudden fluctuations in either temperature or humidity.
Is subject to direct sunlight.
Which is in the direct air stream of an air conditioner, heater, or ventilator.
Which has poor ventilation or is dusty.
Which does not have a stable, level floor or where it will receive undue vibration.
Which is near any kind of heating device.
Which is near volatile flammables (thinner, gasoline, etc.).
Where it may be splashed with water.
Which puts the operator in the direct stream of exhaust from the copier.
Where ammonia gas might be generated.

3-2.

Power Source

If any other electrical equipment is sourced from the same power outlet, make sure that
the capacity of the outlet is not exceeded.
Use a power source with little voltage fluctuation.
Never connect by means of a multiple socket any other appliances or machines to the
outlet being used for the copier.
Ensure that the copier does not ride on the power cord or communication cable of other
electrical equipment, and that it does not become wedged into or underneath the mechanism.
Make the following checks at frequent intervals:
Is the power plug abnormally hot?
Are there any cracks or scrapes in the cord?
Has the power plug been inserted fully into the outlet?
Does something, including the copier itself, ride on the power cord?
Use an outlet with a capacity of 110/120/127 V, 15 A or more. 220/240 V, 10 A or more.

3-3.

Grounding

Always ground the copier to prevent receiving electrical shocks in the case of electrical
leakage.
Connect the ground wire to the ground terminal of the outlet or a grounding contact which
complies with the local electrical standards.
Never connect the ground wire to a gas pipe, the ground wire for a telephone, lightning
arrester, or a water pipe for fear of fire and electrical shock.

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PRECAUTIONS FOR USE

4-1.

To ensure that the copier is used in an optimum condition

Never place a heavy object on the copier or subject the copier to shocks.
Insert the power plug all the way into the outlet.
Do not attempt to remove any panel or cover which is secured while the copier is making
copies.
Do not turn OFF the copier while it is making copies.
Provide good ventilation when making a large number of copies continuously.
Never use flammable sprays near the copier.
If the copier becomes inordinately hot or produces abnormal noise, turn it OFF and
unplug it.
Do not turn ON the power switch at the same time when you plug the power cord into the
outlet.
When unplugging the power cord, do not pull on the cord; hold the plug and pull it out.
Do not bring any magnetized object near the copier.
Do not place a vase or vessel containing water on the copier.
Be sure to turn OFF the power switch at the end of the workday or upon power failure.
Use care not to drop paper clips, staples, or other small pieces of metal into the copier.

4-2.

Operating Environment

The operating environmental requirements of the copier are as follows.


Temperature: 10 to 32 C
Humidity: 15 to 85 %RH
Rate of temperature change: 10 C/h
Rate of humidity change: 20 % RH/h

4-3.

Power Requirements

The power source voltage requirements are as follows.


Voltage fluctuation

AC 110, 120, 220, 240 V (copying performance assured)


(120V areas only: between -10 % and +6 %)

Frequency fluctuation

4-4.

+ 10 % (paper feeding performance assured)


15 %
50/60 Hz 3Hz

CAUTION

It is prohibited to copy paper and hard currencies, government securities, and municipal
bonds.
(even when they are stamped as Sample)
For fear of infringement of copyright, it is also prohibited to copy copyrighted works,
including books, music, works of art, maps, drawings, motion pictures, and photos except
when the copy is to be used only personally.
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Handling Consumables

Before using any consumables, always read the label on its container carefully.
Paper can be easily damaged by dampness. To prevent absorption of moisture, store
paper, which has been removed from its wrapper but not loaded in the drawer, in a
sealed plastic bag in a cool, dark place.
Keep consumables out of the reach of children.
Do not touch the PC Drum with bare hands.
The same sized paper is of two kinds, short grain and long grain. Short grain paper
should only be fed through the copier crosswise, long grain paper should only be fed
lengthwise. The packing material will be marked.
If your hands become soiled with toner, wash them with soap and water.
Do not throw away any used consumables (PC Drum, starter, toner, etc.). They are to be
collected.
Do not burn, bury in the ground, or throw into the water any consumables (PC Drum,
starter, toner, etc.).
Do not store consumables in a place which:
Is hot and humid.
Is subject to direct sunlight.
Has an open flame nearby.

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Use the following precautions when performing service jobs for a copier that uses a laser.
When a service job needs to be performed in the laser beam path, such as when working
around the printer head or PC Drum, be sure first to unplug the power cord of the copier
from the outlet.
If the job requires that the power cord be left plugged in, observe the following precautions.
1. Take off your watch, ring and any other reflective object and wear laser protective goggles.
2. Keep users away from the job site.
3. Do not bring a highly reflective tool into the laser beam path during the service job.

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General

CROSS SECTIONAL VIEW


1

12

4
11
5
6

10

4034G502BA

1. Automatic Document Feeder AF-2000


(Option)

7. Paper Feed Unit PF-2000 (Option)


8. Copy Table CT-3 (Option)

2. Scanner

9. Paper Feed Tray/11

3. Job Separator JS-204 (Option)

10. PH Unit

4. Fusing Unit

11. Imaging Unit

5. Image Transfer Section

12. Exit Section

6. Multiple Bypass MB-6 (Option)

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4034G503BA

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9.1

General

COPY PROCESS
Copy Process Overview

4034M544CA

1. PC Drum
Made up of an aluminum pipe coated with a photoconductive layer, on which an electrostatic latent image is formed.
2. Drum Charging
A uniform negative DC charge is deposited across the entire surface of the PC Drum.
3. Photoelectric Conversion
A CCD sensor is used to convert the image data represented by light reflected off the
original to a corresponding electric signal which, in turn, is output to the IR image processing section.
4. IR Image Processing
The analog electric signal is converted to an 8-bit digital image signal (A/D conversion)
which, in turn, goes through appropriate corrections before being output to the PH image
processing section.
5. PH Image Processing
After going through corrections, the digital image signal is converted to a corresponding
electric signal (D/A conversion), with which the laser is turned ON or OFF as necessary.
6. Laser Exposure
The laser beam strikes the surface of the PC Drum, forming an electrostatic latent image.
7. Developing
Toner negatively charged in the Developer Mixing Chamber is attracted onto the electrostatic latent image changing it to a visible, developed image.
A developing bias (Vb) is applied to the Developing Roller to prevent toner from being
attracted onto those areas of the PC Drum which correspond to the background areas of
the original.
8. Paper Take-up
Paper is supplied from the paper feed tray.

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Paper is supplied by way of the Manual Bypass, one sheet at a time.
The optional Multiple Bypass (MB-6), when mounted on the copier, permits continuous
paper supply.
10. Image Transfer
A DC positive charge is applied to the Image Transfer Roller to transfer the visible image
on the surface of the PC Drum onto the paper.
11. Paper Separation
The PC Drum Paper Separator Fingers remove paper from the surface of the PC Drum.
The Charge Neutralizing Plate neutralizes any charge left on the paper.
12. Cleaning
Residual toner on the surface of the PC Drum is scraped off.
The toner is then recycled back to the Developing Unit.
13. Main Erase
The surface of the PC Drum is irradiated with light and any surface potential remaining
there after cleaning is neutralized.
14. Paper Transport
The paper is transported to the Fusing Unit.
15. Fusing
The developed image is permanently fused to the paper by the combination of heat and
pressure applied by the Fusing Roller.
16. Paper Exit
The paper is fed out onto the Exit Tray.
The optional Job Separator (JS-204), when mounted on the copier, allows a specific tray,
in which paper is fed, to be selected according to the operating mode.

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General

Image Forming Process

Step

Process

Function

Step 1

Drum charging

Forms a charge layer on the surface of the PC Drum.

Step 2

Exposure

Forms an electrostatic latent image on the surface of


the PC Drum.

Step 3

Developing

Step 4

Image transfer

Transfers the toner image on surface of the PC Drum


to paper.

Step 5

Paper separating

Separates the paper, onto which the toner image has


been transferred, from the surface of the PC Drum.

Changes the electrostatic latent image to a visible,


developed image.

Step 6

Fusing

Step 7

PC Drum cleaning

Removes toner left on the surface of the PC Drum.

Step 8

Charge neutralizing

Neutralizes any residual charge left on the surface of


the PC Drum after the PC Drum cleaning process.

Step 9

Image Transfer Roller cleaning

Step 10

Toner recovery

9.3

Fuses the toner on the paper permanently.

Removes toner sticking to the surface of the Image


Transfer Roller after image transfer.
Recovers toner removed during the PC Drum cleaning
process.

Drum Charging (Step 1)

A compact comb electrode is used for drum charging to reduce the amount of ozone produced and save space. The Drum Charge Corona deposits a charge evenly across the
entire surface of the PC Drum.
The Scorotron system is used and the grid mesh provided between the corona wire and
the PC Drum ensures that a uniform charge is deposited across the entire surface of the
PC Drum.

Grid Mesh

PC Drum

Corona Wire

4034G505AA

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Exposure Process (Step 2)

The surface of the PC Drum is irradiated with light reflected off the original, which forms
an electrostatic latent image.

PH Unit
Laser Beam

9.5

4034G506AA

Developing Process (Step 3)

Toner is attracted onto the electrostatic latent image produced through the exposure process, thereby forming a visible, developed image.

Toner

Developing Roller

4034G504AA

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General

Image Transfer Process (Step 4)

The Image Transfer Roller applies charge from the backside of the paper, thereby transferring toner on the surface of the PC Drum to the paper.

Charge Neutralizing Plate

Image Transfer Roller


Paper

4034G507AA

9.7

Paper Separating Process (Step 5)

Employed is the paper separating system using curvature separation and mechanical
separation by means of the Paper Separator Fingers.

Paper Separator Finger

PC Drum

Image Transfer Roller


4034G508AA

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Fusing Process (Step 6)

The Fusing Unit consists of the Fusing Roller and the Pressure Roller.
The Fusing Roller is provided with two heater lamps, thereby shortening the time
required for warming-up and saving energy.
The main heater, or the Fusing Roller Heater Lamp, heats the center of the Fusing Roller.
The sub heater, or the Fusing Roller Sub Heater Lamp, on the other hand, heats both
end portions of the Fusing Roller. The Fusing Roller Thermistor located at the central
portion controls the Fusing Roller Heater Lamp. The Fusing Roller Sub Thermistor
located in the rear control the Fusing Roller Sub Heater Lamp.

Fusing Paper Separator


Finger

Fusing Heater Lamp

Fusing Roller

Pressure Roller

4034G509AA

Toner

9.9

PC Drum Cleaning Process (Step 7)

The Cleaning Blade scrapes residual toner off the surface of the PC Drum.

Residual Toner

PC Drum

Cleaning Blade
4034G510AA

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Charge Neutralizing Process (Step 8)

Any potential remaining on the surface of the PC Drum is neutralized by the Erase Lamp.

Erase Lamp
Residual Potential
PC Drum
4030G511AA

9.11

Image Transfer Roller Cleaning Process (Step 9)

A charge of the same polarity as that of toner (negative) is applied to clean the surface of
the Image Transfer Roller.

Toner

Image Transfer Roller

Potential

4034G512AA

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Toner Recovery Process (Step 10)

Toner scraped off by the Cleaning Blade is transported back to the Developing Unit by
the Toner Recycling Coil.

Recycled Toner Agitating Blade

Recycled Toner Conveying Screw


PC Drum
4021M039AA

Recycling Duct

Recycling Coil

Cleaning Blade
4021M038AB

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Timing Chart at Power ON

4034M537CA

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Control Block Diagram

4034M538CA

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SCANNER (IR)

2.1

Construction
1
8

7
3

5
6
4035M528AC

No.

Name

Function/System

Scanner Motor (M5)

Drives the Scanner Assy and the 2nd/3rd Mirrors Carriage.

CCD Board (PWB-J)

Converts light reflected off the mirror to a corresponding


electric signal.

Size Reset Switch (S5)

Detects the size of the original, validates the original size detection and resets the size of the original according to combination with the Original
Cover Sensor.

Scanner Assy

Driven by the Scanner Motor to let light from the Exposure Lamp hit against the original.

Exposure Lamp

Irradiates the original with light.

2nd/3rd Mirrors Carriage

Lets the light reflected off the original travel to reach the
CCD Board.

Scanner Home Position Sensor


(PC10)

Detects the Scanner Assy at its home position.

Original Cover Sensor (PC100)

Detects the size of the original, validates the original size detection and resets the size of the original according to combination with the Size Reset
Switch.

Original Size Sensor 1 (UN2)

Detects the size of the original.

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Mechanism and Control for Moving the Scanner and Mirrors


Carriage

2.2.1

Scanner Moving Mechanism/Control

The Scanner is moved by the Scanner Motor at a given speed.


The Scanner Home Position Sensor detects the Scanner at its home position.
The 2nd/3rd Mirrors Carriage moves at a speed half that of the Scanner. It thereby keeps
constant the optical path length between the original and the PC Drum.
2.2.2

Operation

<Marking copies through the Original Glass>

4034M547CA

1. The Scanner generally stands by at the shading position.


When the Original Cover or ADF is raised to an angle of 15 or more, the Scanner
moves to the original size detection position.
2. When the Original Cover or ADF is raised to an angle of less than 15 with an original
placed on the Original Glass (when the Original Cover Sensor is activated), the lamp
turns ON and the original size is detected.
3. When the Size Reset Switch is turned ON with the Original Cover or ADF fully lowered,
the Scanner moves to the shading position to carry out shading.
4. If the Start key is not immediately pressed, the lamp goes out after the lapse of 11 sec.
after it has turned ON.
5. If the Start key is pressed immediately and the lamp remains ON, the Scanner starts a
scan motion immediately.
6. After the original has been scanned, the Scanner makes a return motion and its home
position is detected. Then, the Scanner moves to, and stops at, the home position.

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4034M548CA

1. When the original is loaded and the Start key pressed, the Scanner performs shading.
2. The Scanner then moves to the scanning position under the ADF glass.
The original is scanned as it is moved.
3. After the original has been scanned, the home position of the Scanner is detected.
Then, the Scanner moves to, and stops at, the home position.

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Original Size Detection

Original Size Sensor 1 and the CCD mounted in the optical section are used to detect the
size of the original.
UN3 (Option)
UN2

4035M528AA

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Determination of Original Size

The Original Size Sensor is used to determine the size of the original.
Two size conversion patterns are available depending on the applicable marketing area.
Refer to the Field Service (CCD APS SIZE) for setting.
2.4.1

For Inch area

Pattern 1
Original Size
Sensor

~144.7
mm

~220.9
mm

~221.0
mm

UN2

*UN3

OFF

Invoice L

Letter L

Letter C

ON

Legal L

Legal L

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Pattern 2
Original Size
Sensor

~143.9
mm

~153.0
mm

~187.0
mm

~213.0
mm

~220.9
mm

~225.0
mm

~262.0
mm

~284.4
mm

284.5
mm~

UN2

*UN3

OFF

OFF

Invoice L

A5 L

B5 L

A4 L

Letter L

B5 C

B5 C

Letter C

A4 C

ON

OFF

FLS

FLS

FLS

FLS

FLS

FLS

B4 L

1117 L

A3 L

OFF

ON

Legal L

Legal L

Legal L

Legal L

Legal L

B4 L

B4 L

1117 L

A3 L

ON

ON

Legal L

Legal L

Legal L

Legal L

Legal L

B4 L

B4 L

1117 L

A3 L

UN3 is an option.
2.4.2

For Metric and China area

Pattern 1
Original Size
Sensor

~153.0
mm

~187.0
mm

~200.0
mm

~215.0
mm

~225.0
mm

~262.0
mm

~275.0
mm

275.1
mm~

UN2

*UN3

OFF

A5 L

B5 L

16K L

A4 L

B5 C

B5 C

16K C

A4 C

ON

FLS

FLS

FLS

FLS

FLS

B4 L

8K L

A3 L

~143.9
mm

~153.0
mm

~187.0
mm

~200.0
mm

~213.0
mm

~220.9
mm

~225.0
mm

~262.0
mm

~274.7
mm

~284.4
mm

284.5
mm~

Pattern 2
Original Size
Sensor
UN2

*UN3

OFF

OFF

Invoice
L

A5 L

B5 L

16K L

A4 L

Letter L

B5 C

B5 C

16K C

Letter
C

A4 C

ON

OFF

FLS

FLS

FLS

FLS

FLS

FLS

FLS

B4 L

8K L

1117
L

A3 L

OFF

ON

Legal L

Legal L Legal L Legal L Legal L Legal L

B4 L

B4 L

8K L

1117
L

A3 L

ON

ON

Legal L

Legal L Legal L Legal L Legal L Legal L

B4 L

B4 L

8K L

1117
L

A3 L

UN3 is an option.

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Composition/Operation

For Latin America area (Inch)

Pattern 1
Original Size
Sensor

~144.7
mm

~220.9
mm

~221.0
mm

UN2

*UN3

OFF

Invoice L

Letter L

Letter C

ON

Legal L

Legal L

1117 L

Pattern 2
Original Size
Sensor

~143.9
mm

~153.0
mm

~213.0
mm

~220.9
mm

~225.0
mm

~262.0
mm

~284.4
mm

284.5
mm~

UN2

*UN3

OFF

OFF

Invoice L

A5 L

A4 L

Letter L

B5 C

B5 C

Letter C

A4 C

ON

OFF

FLS

FLS

FLS

FLS

FLS

1117 L

1117 L

A3 L

OFF

ON

Legal L

Legal L

Legal L

Legal L

1117 L

1117 L

1117 L

A3 L

ON

ON

Legal L

Legal L

Legal L

Legal L

1117 L

1117 L

1117 L

A3 L

2.4.4

For Latin America area (Metric)

Pattern 1
Original Size
Sensor

~153.0
mm

~187.0
mm

~200.0
mm

~215.0
mm

~225.0
mm

~262.0
mm

~275.0
mm

275.1
mm~

UN2

*UN3

OFF

A5 L

B5 L

16K L

A4 L

B5 C

B5 C

16K C

A4 C

ON

FLS

FLS

FLS

FLS

FLS

B4 L

8K L

A3 L

Pattern 2
Original Size
Sensor

~143.9
mm

~153.0
mm

~213.0
mm

~220.9
mm

~225.0
mm

~262.0
mm

~284.4
mm

284.5
mm~

UN2

*UN3

OFF

OFF

Invoice L

A5 L

A4 L

Letter L

B5 C

B5 C

Letter C

A4 C

ON

OFF

FLS

FLS

FLS

FLS

FLS

1117 L

1117 L

A3 L

OFF

ON

Legal L

Legal L

Legal L

Legal L

1117 L

1117 L

1117 L

A3 L

ON

ON

Legal L

Legal L

Legal L

Legal L

1117 L

1117 L

1117 L

A3 L

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3.1

PH (Writing Section)
Construction
1

4035M003AB

No.

Name

Function/System

Polygon Motor (M1)

Allows the surface of the PC Drum to be irradiated


with a laser beam so that an image is formed.

f Lens

Keeps constant the polarization angular velocity of the


laser beam.

SOS Sensor

Detects the timing at which the laser beam is emitted.

LD Board (PWB-B)

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Operation

When a laser beam strikes the Polygon Mirror, light reflected off the Polygon Mirror is
directed at the PC Drum by way of the lens and return mirror.
The Polygon Mirror has seven faces, being turned at high speeds by the Polygon Motor.
The SOS Mirror and SOS Sensor keep constant the timing, at which emission of a laser
beam is started for each main scanning line.
1

2
3

4
6

4035M004AD

1. Polygon Motor (M2)

4. PC Drum

2. f Lens

5. SOS Sensor

3. SOS Mirror

6. LD Board (PWB-B)

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IMAGING UNIT

4.1

Construction

8
1

2
7

No.

Name

4034M539AA

Function/System

PC Drum Paper Separator


Fingers

Mechanically separate the paper from the surface of


the PC Drum.

PC Drum

Forms an electrostatic latent image on the surface of the PC


Drum.

Developing Roller

Toner is attracted onto the electrostatic latent image


produced through the exposure process, thereby
forming a visible, developed image.

1st Toner Conveying Roller

2nd Toner Conveying Roller

3rd Toner Conveying Roller

PC Drum Charge Corona

The surface of the PC Drum is deposited with charge


through corona discharge from the PC Drum Charge
Corona.

Cleaning Blade

The Cleaning Blade scrapes residual toner off the surface of the PC Drum.

Convey toner in the Developer Mixing Chamber to the


developing section.

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Composition/Operation

Operation

The Main Motor provides drive for the PC Drum, Developing Roller, and other mechanical components.

1
4

2
3

4035M006AA

1. Recycled Toner Conveying Screw

4. Developing Roller

2. Recycled Toner Recycling Coil

5. Main Motor (M1)

3. 2nd Toner Conveying Roller

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4.3

PC Drum

The PC Drum used in this copier is the organic photoconductor (OPC).


The drum is a lamination of the Charge Transport Layer and Charge Generating Layer
coating an aluminum alloy base.
Handling Precaution
The PC Drum of this type exhibits light fatigue after being exposed to light for a long time,
which results in its sensitivity being changed. Always, therefore, wrap the drum in the PC
Drum Cloth or a soft cloth immediately after it has been removed from the copier. Utmost
care should also be used when handling the PC Drum to ensure that its surface is not
contaminated.
(PC Drum Cross-Section)
PC Drum

Charge Generation Layer


Charge Transport Layer
Aluminum Base

1167M007AA

4.4

1139M007AA

Grounding of the PC Drum

The ground contact (Ground Plate) of the PC Drum is located on the inside on its lefthand side. It remains in contact with the drum shaft at all times. When the Imaging Unit is
loaded in the copier, the drum shaft comes into contact with the Ground Plate of the PC
Drum. The potential on the surface of the PC Drum exposed to the laser beam is then
grounded through the Ground Plate to the frame of the copier.
PC Drum

Frame

Ground Plate

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Composition/Operation

PC DRUM CHARGING

The surface of the PC Drum is deposited with charge through corona discharge from the
PC Drum Charge Corona.
The grid mesh interposed between the corona wire and the PC Drum ensures that a uniform charge is deposited across the entire surface of the PC Drum.
The corona unit has a comb electrode that discharges only toward the grid mesh. This
results in the amount of ozone produced being smaller than with the wire electrode.

Comb Electrode

4021M011AA

Grid Mesh

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6.

DEVELOPING

6.1

Developing Roller

The Developing Roller consists of an outer sleeve roller and an inner magnet roller.
The roller conveys developer to the point of development.
The developer (carrier and toner) in the Developer Mixing Chamber is conveyed onto the
point of development by the Toner Conveying Rollers and the Developing Roller.
PC Drum

Toner/Carrier

Point of Development
Toner

1st Toner Conveying Roller

Carrier

2nd Toner Conveying Roller

Developing Roller

4021M062AA

6.2

Developing Bias

Vb (-DC, AC) is applied to the Developing Roller.


Vb (-DC) is applied to prevent toner from sticking to the background of the image.
Vb (AC) is applied to enhance good separation of toner from carrier.
The amount of toner sticking to the surface of the PC Drum is varied according to the difference in potential between the voltage (Vi) on the surface of the PC Drum and
Vb (-DC).
Large difference = A greater amount of toner sticks.
Small difference = A smaller amount of toner sticks.

PC Drum

Developing Roller
Developing Bias
Terminal

4021M018AB

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Composition/Operation

ATDC Sensor

The ATDC Sensor detects the toner-to-carrier ratio (T/C) of the developer in the Developer Mixing Chamber.
3rd Toner Conveying Roller
2nd Toner Conveying Roller

1st Toner Conveying


Roller
4021M019AA

ATDC Sensor

6.4

Developing Roller

ATDC Sensor Automatic Adjustment

The reference value for the ATDC Sensor is automatically adjusted as detailed below
using the ATDC Sensor Automatic Adjustment mode.

With the copier set in the ATDC Sensor Automatic Adjustment mode, press the Start key.

The developer is mixed.

The ATDC Sensor converts the reference T/C (14 %) to a corresponding voltage
value and outputs it.

Does the output voltage fall within the range from 2.28 to 2.36 V?
YES
The voltage input to the ATDC Sensor
from the Master Board at this time is
fixed as the reference voltage.

NO
The voltage input to the ATDC Sensor from
the Master Board is varied.
2.37 V or more: Decrease the voltage.
2.29 V or less: Increase the voltage.

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7.

TONER REPLENISHING

7.1

Toner Replenishing Mechanism

Toner is supplied from the Toner Bottle to the Developer Mixing Chamber.
1. The Toner Replenishing Motor (M6) turns the coupling, which turns the Toner Bottle.
2. To regulate the amount of toner supplied from the Toner Bottle, there is a Metering
Chamber provided in the outer race of the coupling.
3. When the Toner Bottle turns, toner in the Metering Chamber drops.
4. Toner from the metering chamber is conveyed by the Toner Conveying Screw into the
Developer Mixing Chamber.
5. The Toner Conveying Screw is turned by the Toner Replenishing Motor (M6).
Coupling

Toner Bottle

Metering
Chamber

4034M527AA

4021M020AB

Toner Replenishing
Motor (M6)

Toner Conveying Screw


4021M022AA

Developer Mixing Chamber

4021M023AA

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Composition/Operation

Toner Replenishing Control

Replenishing of the supply of toner is determined based on the T/C ratio and B/W ratio.
If T/C is 14 % or more, toner replenishing is not carried out regardless of the B/W value.
If T/C is less than 14 %, toner replenishing is determined according to the B/W value.
Toner is replenished until T/C becomes 14 %.
T/C ratio (%)

B/W ratio

toner replenishing

More than 14

not supplied

13.5 to 14

More than 2000

supplied

13 to 13.5

More than 1000

supplied

12.5 to 13

More than 500

supplied

12 to 12.5

More than 500

supplied

10 to 12

More than 0

supplied

Less than 7

Proceeds to the T/C recovery mode

The greater the value of B/W in the table, the higher the B/W ratio (high image density
original).

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T/C Recovery Mode

The machine enters the T/C recover mode when a T/C of 10 % or less is detected.

Toner is replenished for 90 sec.

T/C is recovered by 1 % or more.

T/C is not recovered by 1 % or


more, or T/C is less than 12 %.

Toner is replenished for 60 sec.

T/C is recovered by 2 % or more,

T/C is not recovered by 2 % or

or is 12 % or more.

Toner is replenished for 30 sec. to

more, or T/C is less than 12 %.

A toner-empty condition is detected.

complete the T/C recovery mode.


T/C is less than 8 %.

A toner-empty-stop condition results and the


initiation of any new copy cycle is prohibited.

A toner-empty condition is reset when the Front Cover is opened and closed after a T/C
of 10 % or more is detected with the supply of toner replenished.
A toner-empty-stop condition is reset when the Front Cover is opened and closed after a
T/C of 8 % or more is detected with the supply of toner replenished. A toner-empty condition results, however, if T/C falls within the range between 8 % and 10 % when the Front
Cover is opened and closed.

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Composition/Operation

Toner Bottle Home Position Detection

The Toner Supply Port is on the upper side whenever the Toner Bottle is at its home position. The Toner Bottle Home Position Sensor (PC7) detects the Toner Bottle at its home
position.

Toner Supply Port

Toner Bottle Home Position


Sensor (PC7)

4021M024AA

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8.

TONER RECOVERY

The Cleaning Blade is used to scrape residual toner off the surface of the PC Drum.
The spent toner is conveyed through the Recycling Duct and eventually back to the
Developer Mixing Chamber.
The following control is provided to prevent paper dust from being wedged between the
Cleaning Blade and the PC Drum. When the cumulative period of time through which the
PC Drum has been driven reaches a predetermined value, the PC Drum is turned backward (by turning the Main Motor backward). Shoulder gears comprising two different
parts are provided on the copier. This ensures that the drive is transmitted only to the
Imaging Unit, but not any other parts, during backward rotation.

Cumulative Time Through Which PC Drum Has Been Driven

PC Drum Backward
Rotation Time

Approx. 330 sec.

50 ms

Spent Toner Conveying Screw 1

Spent Toner Conveying Screw 2


PC Drum
4021M039AA

Spent Toner Recycling Coil

Spent Toner Recycling Duct

Cleaning Blade
Developer Mixing Chamber
4021M038AB

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9.1

Composition/Operation

SYNCHRONIZING ROLLER SECTION


Construction

The Synchronizing Roller ensures that the paper is fed off from the transport section in
time with the exposure timing of the exposure section (PH).

2
4

3
No.

4035M011AA

Name

Function/System

Synchronizing Roller

Transport Roller

Paper Dust Remover

Determines the condition of the paper being


Synchronizing Roller Sensor (PC1) transported, thereby detecting a paper misfeed
and paper transport timing.

Synchronizing Roller Clutch (CL1) Controls drive of the Synchronizing Roller.

Transports the paper onto the developing section.


Prevents paper dust from sticking to the surface
of the PC Drum.

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Operation

Drive from the Main Motor (M1) is transmitted through a gear train to the Synchronizing
Roller Clutch (CL1).

4035M012AA

1. Main Motor (M1)

9.3

2. Synchronizing Roller Clutch (CL1)

Paper Dust Remover

The Paper Dust Remover collects paper dust on the paper.

Paper Dust Remover

4035M012AA

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10. IMAGE TRANSFER AND PAPER SEPARATION SECTION


10.1

Image Transfer Section

A positive charge is applied to the Image Transfer Roller to transfer the toner image
formed on the surface of the PC Drum onto the paper.
The charge applied to the Image Transfer Roller is varied according to the following conditions to ensure that image transfer efficiency is stabilized.
Paper Type: The amount of charge is made less for OHP transparencies.
Paper width: The smaller the paper width, the greater the amount of charge.
B/W ratio of image: The lower the B/W ratio, the greater the amount of charge.
A negative charge is applied to the Image Transfer Roller to return toner sticking to the
Image Transfer Roller to the PC Drum. It is performed in the following timings:
(At the start and end of a copy cycle; when the Power Switch is turned ON; when a misfeed or malfunction is reset)

10.2

Paper Separation Section

Paper separation is accomplished through the curvature separation system that works
on the diameters of the PC Drum and the Image Transfer Roller.
Since the PC Drum has a small diameter, there is no likelihood that the paper will be
wound around the PC Drum. The paper is separated by its own weight.
The Charge Neutralizing Plate neutralizes any charge left on the paper after image transfer, thereby preventing discharge noise that could otherwise occur when the paper is
separated.
The PC Drum Paper Separator Fingers properly separate from the surface of the PC
Drum thin paper or other type of paper that is hard to separate.

PC Drum Paper Separator Fingers

PC Drum

Charge Neutralizing Plate


4021M037AA

Image Transfer Roller

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11. PAPER TAKE-UP


11.1

Construction

4021M025AA

1. Paper Size Detecting Board (PWB-I)

4. Paper Take-Up Roller/1

2. Paper Size Detecting Sensor (S11)

5. Separator Roller/1

3. Paper Empty Sensor/1 (PC4)

6. Paper Lifting Plate

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Composition/Operation

Operation

The Main Motor (M1) provides the drive for paper take-up operations.
The drive is transmitted through the Paper Take-up Solenoid/1.
Main Motor (M1)

Paper Take-up Solenoid/1 (SL1)

Paper Take-up Roller

4021M027AA

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Paper Separating Mechanism

The coefficient of friction between the Paper Take-Up Roll and Separator Roll is effectively used to prevent double feed of paper.
When one sheet of paper is taken up: The coefficient of friction on the front side of the
sheet of paper taken up and fed through the space
between the Paper Take-Up Roll and Separator Roll
is the same as that on the backside of the sheet of
paper, allowing the paper to be properly fed into the
machine.
When two or more sheets of paper are taken up: The coefficient of friction between the
paper and the Separator Roll is greater
than that between the sheets of paper,
which allows only the top sheet of paper
to be fed into the machine.
Paper Take-Up Roll

Paper
Separator Roll

4021M060AB

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Composition/Operation

Drawer In Position Detection

When the drawer is slid into the copier, the light blocking plate blocks the Set Sensor.
The copier then knows that the drawer has been slid in position.

Drawer Set Sensor (PC5)

11.4

4021M026AA

Paper Empty Detection Mechanism

The Paper Empty Sensor detects a paper-empty condition in the drawer.

Paper Empty Sensor/1 (PC4)

1167M073AD

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Paper Lifting Plate

The Paper Lifting Plate is locked into position when it is pressed down. It is unlocked
when the tray is slid into the unit.
The Paper Lifting Plate is pushed upward by the Paper Lifting Springs at all times.

Spring

4021M063AA

Paper Lifting Plate

11.6

Universal Tray Paper Size Detection Mechanism

Both the width (in the crosswise direction) and length (in the feeding direction) of the
paper are detected and the copier CPU determines the paper size based on the combination of the two readings.
The width (CD) of the paper is detected when the lever that is operatively connected to
the Edge Guide activates or deactivates the Paper Size (CD) Detection Sensor.
The length (FD) of the paper is detected when the lever that is operatively connected to
the Trailing Edge Stop actuates or deactuates the switches on the Paper Size (FD)
Detection Board.
Paper Size Detecting Sensor (S11)
Paper Size Detecting Board (PWB-I)
1

4011M009AA

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ON/OFF Positions of Paper Size Detecting Switches and Corresponding


Paper Size Detected

<For Metric>
Paper Size Detecting Board
PWB-I
SW4

Paper Size Detecting


Sensor S11

Paper Size

SW1

SW2

SW3

B4 L

ON

Activated

A3 L

ON

ON

A5 L

ON

ON

Activated

A4 C

ON

A5 C, postcards

ON

ON

ON

A5 L

ON

ON

ON

Activated

A4 C

ON

ON

B5 C

ON

ON

ON

A4 L

ON

ON

ON

ON

B5 L

Paper Size Detecting


Sensor S11

Paper Size

B4 L, Legal L

<For Inch>
Paper Size Detecting Board
PWB-I
SW1

SW2

SW3

SW4

Activated

B4 L, 1114 L

B5 L, Invoice L

ON

Activated

A3 L, 1117 L

ON

ON

A5 L, Invoice L

ON

ON

Activated

A4 C, Letter C

ON

A5 C, Invoice C

ON

ON

ON

A5 L, Invoice L

ON

ON

ON

Activated

A4 C, Letter C

ON

ON

B5 C, Invoice C

ON

ON

ON

A4 L, Letter L

ON

ON

ON

ON

B5 L, Letter L

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11.7

Paper Take Up Control

Start Key ON
Main Motor M1

ON
OFF

Paper Take-Up
Solenoid SL1

ON
OFF

Synchronizing Roller
Sensor PC1

H
L
4021M515CA

11.7.1

Paper Take Up Retry Control

To minimize the occurrence of a paper misfeed, the paper take-up sequence is temporarily halted if the paper fails to reach the Synchronizing Roller Sensor within a given
period of time after the sequence has been started. The paper take-up sequence is then
performed again. These paper take-up sequences are repeated a given number of times.
No. of Paper Take-Up Retry Sequences
Paper Take-Up Retry

1st Paper Take-Up


Retry Sequence
Paper Take-Up
Solenoid SL1

ON
OFF

Synchronizing Roller
Sensor PC1

H
L
Successful paper take-up
4021M514CA

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12. MANUAL BYPASS SECTION


12.1

Operation

Drive for bypass paper take-up is provided by the Main Motor (M1).
The drive is transmitted through the Paper Take-up Solenoid/Bypass.
Main Motor (M1)

Paper Set Sensor/Bypass (PC2)

Paper Take-up Solenoid/Bypass (SL2)

4021M028AA

12.2

Paper Detection Mechanism

The Sensor detects a sheet of paper on the Manual Bypass.

<When Paper is Present>

<When Paper is not Present>

Paper Set Sensor/Bypass (PC2)

Paper

4021M061AA

4021M029AA

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Manual Feed Take Up Control

4034M539CA

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13. FUSING UNIT SECTION


13.1

Construction (for UA3816)

Heat and pressure from the Fusing Roller permanently fuse toner onto the paper.

4
4034M523BA

1. Fusing Roller Heater Lamp (H1)

4. Fusing Roller Thermostat (TS1)

2. Fusing Pressure Roller

5. Fusing Roller Thermistor (TH1)

3. Pressure Lever

6. Fusing Roller

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Heat and pressure from the Fusing Roller permanently fuse toner onto the paper.

5, 6
4034M523CA

1. Fusing Roller Sub Heater Lamp (H2)

5. Fusing Roller Thermistor (TH1)

2. Fusing Roller Heater Lamp (H1)

6. Fusing Roller Sub Thermistor (TH2)

3. Fusing Pressure Roller

7. Fusing Roller Thermostat

4. Pressure Lever

8. Fusing Roller

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Composition/Operation

Operation

The Main Motor (M1) provides the drive for the Fusing Unit.
Main Motor (M1)

Fusing Pressure Roller

Fusing Roller

4035M007AA

13.4

Fusing Roller Pressure Mechanism

To provide a nip width between the rollers, a Pressure Spring is used functioning to press
the Fusing Pressure Roller up against the Fusing Roller.

Fusing Pressure Roller

Pressure Lever

Fusing Roller
4034M508BA

Pressure Spring

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Fusing Temperature Control (for UA3816)

13.5

The Fusing Roller Heater Lamp is turned ON and OFF to keep a set temperature on the
surface of the Fusing Roller.
The Fusing Roller surface temperature is detected by using a thermistor that translates
the temperature to a corresponding electrical signal.
If the Fusing Roller temperature becomes excessively high, the Fusing Roller Heater
Lamp is shut down.
<Temperature Control in Standby State>

Warm-up completed

4034M541CA

Mode 1

Mode 2

Mode 3

Standby

Machine Condition or Paper Type

180 C

180 C170 C

170 C

Plain paper (width: 250 mm or more;


length: less than 360 mm)

190 C

190 C170 C

170 C

Plain paper (width: less than 250 mm)

180C

180 C165 C

165 C

Thick paper (width: 250 mm or more)

210 C

210 C190 C

190 C

Thick paper (width: less than 250 mm)

200 C

200 C190 C

190 C

OHP transparencies (width: 250 mm or more)

180 C

180 C165 C

165 C

OHP transparencies (width: less than 250 mm)

155 C

155 C

155 C

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Fusing Temperature Control (for UA3820)

13.6

The Fusing Roller Heater Lamp is turned ON and OFF to keep a set temperature on the
surface of the Fusing Roller.
The Fusing Roller surface temperature is detected by using a thermistor that translates
the temperature to a corresponding electrical signal.
If the Fusing Roller temperature becomes excessively high, the Fusing Roller Heater
Lamp is shut down.
<Temperature Control in Standby State>

Warm-up completed

4034M507CA

Mode 1

Mode 2

Mode 3

Standby

Machine Condition or Paper Type

180 C

180 C165 C

165 C

Plain paper (width: 221 mm or more)

180 C

180 C

180 C

Plain paper (width: 220 mm or less)

180 C

180 C

180 C

Thick paper (width: 201 mm or more)

200 C

200 C

200 C

Thick paper (width: 200 mm or less)

200 C

200 C

200 C

OHP transparencies (width: 201 mm or more)

165 C

165 C

165 C

OHP transparencies (width: 200 mm or less)

165 C

165 C

165 C

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PPM Control (UA3816 Only)

If paper of a small size (width of 250 mm or less) or thick paper is used to run a multicopy cycle, the temperature on the edges of the Fusing Rollers tends to run high, meaning that the temperature of the Fusing Rollers varies among different spots of the rollers.
When the cumulative number of copies made through continuous copy cycles* exceeds
30, the paper take-up interval is made longer, thereby allowing the temperatures of the
Fusing Rollers at different spots to be uniform
Continuous copy cycle: Continuous copy cycles run with an interval of 2 min. or less
between cycles.

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14. PAPER EXIT (for UA3816)


14.1

Construction

4035M008AB

1. Main Motor (M1)

14.2

2. Exit Roller

Operation

The Main Motor (M1) provides the drive for the exit section.

4035M009AC

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15. PAPER EXIT (For UA3820)


15.1

Construction

1
2

4034M545CA

1. Duplex Unit Switchback Motor (M31)

15.2

2. Exit Roller

Operation

The exit rollers are driven by the Duplex Unit Switchback Motor (M31).

4034M546CA

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16. IMAGE STABILIZATION SYSTEM


The following image stabilization controls are provided to ensure stabilized copy image.
Purpose

Means

Control

To stabilize
image density.

Grid voltage (Vg) and


developing bias (Vb)
control

The Vg/Vb control voltage is varied to bring


Vg/Vb to an appropriate level according to
the following settings.
Tech. Rep. Choice: ID Adjustment
Tech. Rep. Choice: VG Adjustment
User's Choice: Print Density
SUPPLIES LIFE COUNT.
Paper type

To stabilize
image transfer.

Image transfer output


control

The image transfer output is varied to bring


the image transfer current to an appropriate
level according to the following conditions.
Paper type
Paper width
B/W ratio of image

4034M540CA

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16.1

Fan Control

16.1.1

Power Supply Section Cooling Mechanism

A cooling fan motor draws air from the area around the Power Supply Unit to the outside
to prevent the Power Supply Unit temperature from running high.
The cooling fan motor is turned at full speed when the Main Motor turns and at a speed
reduction during other timings, thereby making the machine quieter without sacrificing
cooling performance.

Power Unit Cooling


Fan Motor (M4)
4034M535AA

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Composition/Operation

Fusing Section Cooling Mechanism

A fan motor draws air from the area around the Fusing Unit to the outside to prevent the
machine interior temperature from running high. In addition, the fan motor pulls paper
being transported up through suction force to help stabilize paper transport.
Ozone produced from the PC Drum Charge Corona is absorbed by the Ozone Filter from
the air drawn by a fan motor to the outside.
The fan motor is turned at full speed during a print cycle and at a speed reduction during
other timings, thereby making the machine quieter without sacrificing cooling performance.

Fusing Cooling Fan Motor (M3)

Ozone Filter

4034M521AA

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CONTENTS
Composition/Operation
1. Product specification ........................................................................................ 1-1
2. Automatic Document Feeder (AF-2000) .......................................................... 1-2
2.1 Construction ............................................................................................. 1-2
2.2 Operation ................................................................................................. 1-3
2.2.1 Document Take-Up and Feed ....................................................... 1-3
2.2.2 Document Transport ...................................................................... 1-4
2.3 Electrical Parts Layout ............................................................................. 1-5
2.4 Document Separating Mechanism ........................................................... 1-6
2.5 Document Exit Mechanism ...................................................................... 1-7
2.6 Document Size Detection Mechanism ..................................................... 1-8
2.7 Raised/Lowered Position Detection Mechanism ...................................... 1-8

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1.

Product specification

Name
Installation
Modes

:
:
:

Document Loading

Automatic Document Feeder


Inserted in top portion of the copier
Standard = 1-sided original
Mixed Original = 1-sided original
Left-hand side, face up

Types and Sizes of Document


Standard

Mixed Original

Type

Plain paper (50 to 110 g/m2)

Plain paper (60 to 90 g/m2)

Sizes

A3 L, A4 L, A4 C, A5 L, B4 L, B5
L, B5 C, 11 x 17 L, 11 x 14 L,
Legal L ,Letter L, Letter C,
Invoice L, and invoice C

A3 L and A4 C, B4 L and B5 C, 11
x 17 L and Letter C, Legal L and
Letter L, Legal L and Invoice C,
Letter L and Invoice C

Document Alignment
Capacity
Power Requirements
Power Consumption
Dimensions
Mass
Operating Environment

:
:
:
:
:
:
:

Center
50 sheets max. (80 g/m2)
DC24 V, DC5 V (supplied from the copier)
36 W or less
Width = 598 mm, Depth = 483 mm, Height = 102 mm
6.3 kg
Conforms to that of the copier

Types of Originals Not Guaranteed for Reliable Feeding


Type of Original

Possible Problems

Sheets stapled or clipped together

Take-up failure, damaged sheet, defective drive


mechanism due to jammed staples or clips

Sheets glued together

Take-up failure, damaged sheet

Sheets folded, torn, or wrinkled

Take-up failure, damaged sheet

Sheets severely curled

Sheet misfed due to its being dog-eared or fed in


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Automatic Document Feeder (AF-2000)

2.1

Construction

1
6

2
3

4688M502AA

1. Main Motor

4. Registration Rollers

2. Pick-Up Roller

5. Take-Up Roller

3. Exit Rollers

6. Take-Up Clutch

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Operation

2.2.1

Document Take-Up and Feed

The document is taken up as the Pick-Up Roller and Take-Up Roller turn.
The Pick-Up Roller transports the document up to the Take-Up Roller.
After a scan is completed, the Main Motor is turned backward to raise the Pick-Up Roller.
The Pick-Up Roller and the Take-Up Roller are turned through the Paper Take-Up Clutch
and by a gear train and a belt driven by the Main Motor.
The Paper Empty Sensor is used to detect a document loaded on the Document Loading
Tray.
The Document Stoppers determine the leading edge position of the document loaded on
the Document Loading Tray. They are in the lowered, swung-down position in the
standby state and swing upward when the document is to be taken up.
The swing-up and swing-down motion of the Document Stoppers is operatively connected to the raising and lowering of the Pick-Up Roller.
Paper Take-Up Clutch (CL1)
Main Motor (M1)

Pick-Up Roller

Paper Empty Sensor (PC2)

Take-Up Roller
Document Stoppers
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Document Transport

The document taken up is transported to the document scanning position of the copier by
the Registration Rollers.
The Registration Rollers are turned by a gear train and belts which are driven by the
Main Motor.
Main Motor (M1)

Registration Rollers

4688M007AA

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Electrical Parts Layout

PC9

PC12

PC8
PC6

PWB

PC7

PC11
PC1
PC10

CL1

PC4

PC2
PC5

PC3

4688M505CA

Symbol
PWB
M1
CL1
PC1
PC2
PC3
PC4

Name
Interface Board
Main Motor
Paper Take-Up Clutch
Take-Up Cover Open/Close
Detecting Sensor
Paper Empty Sensor
Registration Sensor
Separator Sensor

Symbol
PC5
PC6
PC7
PC8
PC9
PC10
PC11
PC12

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Name
Paper Exit Sensor
Length Size Detection Sensor 1
Length Size Detection Sensor 2
Length Size Detection Sensor 3
Length Size Detection Sensor 4
Width Size Detection Sensor 1
Width Size Detection Sensor 2
Width Size Detection Sensor 3

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Composition/Operation

Document Separating Mechanism

The coefficient of friction between the Take-Up Roller and Separator Roller is effectively
used to prevent double feed of paper.
When one
sheet of paper
is taken up

: Since the friction coefficient on the top side of the paper is equal to
that on the underside of the paper, the Separator Roller is turned by
the Take-up Roller. This feeds the paper forward.

When two or
: The friction coefficient between the sheets of paper is smaller than
more sheets of
that between the paper and Separator Roller. This stops the Separapaper are taken
tor Roller, allowing only the first sheet of paper to be transported by
up
the Take-up Roller.

Take-Up Roller

Separator Roller

4688M006AA

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Document Exit Mechanism

The document is fed out of the ADF by the Exit Roller.


The Exit Roller is driven by gears and a belt which are driven by the Main Motor.
Main Motor (M1)

Exit Rollers

4688M008AA

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Document Size Detection Mechanism

The document size is determined by means of two different systems of document width
detection and document length detection.
Document Width Detection
The width of an original is detected by the combination of Paper Width Sensors as
detected while the original is being taken up.
Each sensor is located as follows with reference to the Document Edge Guide in the rear.
Document Length Detection
The length of the original is detected by the Paper Length Sensor when the document is
loaded in the unit.
The Paper Length Sensor is located at the Document Loading Tray.

2.7

Raised/Lowered Position Detection Mechanism

There is a magnet installed in the ADF body to allow the copier to know that the ADF is
raised or lowered.
This magnet actuates the Size Reset Switch on the copier.

Magnet

4034M521AA

Size Reset Switch (S5)

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Composition/Operation
1. Product specification ........................................................................................ 1-1
2. Duplexing Document Feeder (RAF-2000) ........................................................ 1-4
2.1 Construction ............................................................................................. 1-4
2.2 Operation ................................................................................................. 1-5
2.3 Electric Parts Layout ................................................................................ 1-6
2.4 Document Size Detection ......................................................................... 1-7
2.5 Document Transport ................................................................................ 1-7
2.5.1 In 1-sided mode ............................................................................. 1-7
2.6 In 2-sided mode ....................................................................................... 1-8

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Product specification

Name

Duplexing Document Feeder

Type

Paper take-up = U-turn upper exit system


Turnover = Switchback turnover system
Exit = Straight exit system

Installation

Screwed to the copier

Types of Document

Standard mode
Plain paper: 1-sided mode = 35 to 128 g/m2
2-sided mode = 50 to 128 g/m2
Mixed Original mode
Plain paper: 1-sided/2-sided mode = 50 to 128 g/m2
FAX mode
Plain paper: 1-sided mode = 35 to 128 g/m2
2-sided mode = 50 to 128 g/m2

Detectable Document Sizes :

Standard mode
B6 L, A5 L, A5 C, B5 L, B5 C, A4 L, A4 C, B4 L, A3 L,
Ledger L, 11 x 15 L, Letter L, Letter C,
FLS (210 mm x 330 mm)
FAX mode
A5 L, A5 C, B5 L, B5 C, A4 L, A4 C, B4 L, A3 L,
Ledger L, 11 x 15 L, Letter L, Letter C,
FLS (210 mm x 330 mm)
Width: 128 mm to 297 mm
Length: 1-sided mode = 100 mm to 1000 mm
2-sided mode = 139.7 mm to 431.8 mm
The original measuring more than 431.8 mm and up to 1000 mm can
be loaded one sheet at a time, and no guarantees are given for good
image quality or reliable feeding.
See the table of permissible combination of sizes in Mixed Original
mode.

Capacity

80 sheets (80 g/m2) or load height of 11 mm or less

Document Alignment

Center

Document Loading

Left-hand side, face up

Modes

1-sided mode and 2-sided mode

Power Requirements

DC24 V 10% (supplied from the copier)


DC5 V 5% (generated inside the RAF)

Max. Power Consumption

48 W or less

Dimensions

Width = 582 mm, Depth = 558 mm, Height = 145 mm

Mass

10 kg or less

Operating Environment

Conforms to that of the copier

NOTE
If the Duplexing Document Feeder RAF-2000 is to be mounted on the copier, make sure
that the version number of the firmware is 4344-24G05-05 or later.

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<Table of Permissible Combination of Sizes in Mixed Original Mode>


For Inch
Maximum Original Width
11

Mixed Original
Size

11
8-1/2
5-1/2

8-1/2

11 X 17L

8-1/2 x
11C

8-1/2 x
14L

8-1/2 x
11L

5-1/2
8-1/2 x 5- 8-1/2 x 51/2C
1/2L

11 X 17L

8-1/2 x 11C

8-1/2 x 14L

8-1/2 x 11L

8-1/2 x 5-1/2C

8-1/2 x 5-1/2L

For Metric
Max. Original Width
Mixed Original
Size

297mm

257mm

210mm

182mm 148mm 123mm

A3 L

A4 C

B4 L

B5 C

A4 L

A5 C

B5 L

A5 L

B6 L

A3 L

A4 C

B4 L

B5 C

A4 L

A5 C

182mm

B5 L

148mm

A5 L

123mm

B6 L

297mm

257mm

210mm

Same width

Combination allowed

Leading edge tilt 2 % or less is 80 % or more

Combination not allowed

Cannot be set

Leading edge tilt 1.5 % or less

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Prohibited original : Original that has a high possibility of causing problems if used.
Type of Document

Expected Problem

Original that is stapled or clipped.

Paper take-up failure, damage to the original,


or drive failure due to clip clogging

Glued original

Paper take-up failure or damage to the original

Book original

Paper take-up failure, damage to the original,


or drive failure

Original weighing less than 35g/m2 or


129g/m2 or more

Paper take-up failure

Original with many dog-ears, tears, or


wrinkles.

Paper take-up failure or damage to the original

Highly curled original (15 mm or more)

Original misfeed due to dog-ear or skew

OHP transparencies

Paper take-up failure

Label Sheet

Paper take-up failure

Offset master

Paper take-up failure

Original with cutouts

Damage to the original

Cut-and-pasted original

Dog-ear or tear at the cut-and-paste section

Originals not guaranteed for reliable feeding: Original that can be fed to some extent but is
highly prone to cause problems if used.
Type of Document

Expected Problem

Original with small curls (amount of curl


10 or 15 mm)

Dog-ear or output failure

Thermosensitive paper

Leading edge crease, output failure, or paper


transport failure

Inkjet paper

Paper take-up failure or paper transport failure

Paper with smooth surface (coated


paper)

Paper take-up failure or paper transport failure

Translucent original

Paper take-up failure or paper transport failure

Paper immediately after it is output from


the copier

Paper take-up failure or paper transport failure

Paper with many holes (restricted to vertiMulti-page feed due to flashes from holes
cal feeding of loose leaf, etc.)
Original with 2 to 4 holes

Paper Transport Failure

Folded or Z-fold Original (amount of float Paper take-up failure, paper transport failure,
15 mm or less)
or distorted image
Original with bumpy surface (letterhead,
etc.)

Paper take-up failure

Original written in pencil

Smudged original

Folded original

Distorted image, multi-page feeding, or paper


take-up failure

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Duplexing Document Feeder (RAF-2000)

2.1

Construction

3
2
1
4

5
7
6
4344M001AB

1. Transport Motor (M2-ADF)

5. Exit/Turnover Roller

2. Take-up Motor (M1-ADF)

6. Transport Roller

3. Feed Roller

7. Registration Roller

4. Pickup Rollers

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Operation

When the Start key is pressed with a document loaded in the RAF, the Take-up Motor
starts turning backward, causing the Pickup Roller to lower and start turning at the same
time. At the same time, the Take-up Roller starts turning.
When the document reaches the Registration Sensor, the Feed Roller starts turning forward and, at the same time that the Pickup Roller goes up, drive is then supplied to the
Registration Roller.
When the Transport Motor starts turning forward, the two Transport Rollers and the Exit/
Turnover Roller feed the document toward the exit direction.
During turnover, the Transport Motor turns backward to turn the two Transport Rollers
and the Exit/Turnover Roller backward.

Transport Motor
Take-up Motor

4034M520AA

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Electric Parts Layout


PBA-TRAY
PBA-CONT
M3-ADF
PC4-ADF

PC7-ADF

PC3-ADF
PC1-ADF

PC2-ADF

PBA-VR
M1-ADF PC6-ADF
M2-ADF

PBA-SIZE
PC9-ADF
PBA-LED

PC10-ADF
PC8-ADF

SL1-ADF

SL2-ADF PC5-ADF
Symbol

Name

PBA-CONT Control Board


PBA-LED
Print Lamp Board
PBA-SIZE Mix Document Size
Detection Board
PBA-TRAY Interface Board
PBA-VR
Variable Resistor
M1-ADF
Paper Take-Up Motor
M2-ADF
Transport Motor
M3-ADF
Cooling Fan Motor
SL1-ADF
Exit Roller Retraction
Solenoid
SL2-ADF*1 Stamp Solenoid

4344M002AB

Symbol
PC1-ADF
PC2-ADF
PC3-ADF
PC4-ADF
PC5-ADF
PC6-ADF
PC7-ADF
PC8-ADF
PC9-ADF
PC10-ADF

*1: When Complete Stamp Unit 2 is installed.

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Name
FD Paper Size Detection
Sensor 1
FD Paper Size Detection
Sensor 2
FD Paper Size Detection
Sensor 3
FD Paper Size Detection
Sensor 4
Empty Sensor
Separator Sensor
Upper Door Open/Close
Sensor
Original Detection Sensor
Regist Sensor
Exit/Turnover Sensor

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Document Size Detection

Mixed Document Size Detection Sensor


Document Size VR

Original Feed Sensor

FD Paper Size Detection Sensors

Empty Sensor

Registration Sensor

Exit/Turnover Sensor

4034M536AA

Original Detection Sensor

<Ordinary Copying>
The document size is detected by three FD Paper Size Detection Sensors and one Document Size VR.
<Mixed Original Mode>
The Registration Sensor detects the length of the document, while the three Mixed Document Size Detection Sensors detect the width of the document.

2.5

Document Transport

2.5.1

In 1-sided mode

Exit

Scanning the 1st side

1. When the Start key is pressed, the Take-up Motor starts turning backward, causing the
Pickup Roller to lower and start a paper take-up sequence.
2. The scanning of the 1st side is started after the lapse of a given period of time after the
Original Detection Sensor has been activated by the leading edge of the original.
3. The original is transported for a given period of time after the trailing edge of the last
page of the document has deactivated the Exit/Turnover Sensor. It is then fed into the
Exit Tray and the Transport Motor is deenergized.

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Composition/Operation

In 2-sided mode

1. When the Start key is pressed, the Take-up Motor starts turning backward, causing the
Pickup Roller to lower and start feeding the 1st page of the document.
The scanning of the 1st side is started after the lapse of a given period of time after the
Original Detection Sensor has been activated by the leading edge of the 1st page.
The Transport Motor is deenergized to stop the original after the lapse of a given period
of time after the trailing edge of the 1st page has deactivated the Exit/Turnover Sensor.

Stop

Scanning the 1st side

4034M537AA

2. The Transport Motor is turned backward to turn over the original. After the Registration
Roller, the Transport Motor is turned forward to allow the Scanner to scan the backside
of the 1st page.
3. After the transport sequence for turnover has been started, the Exit Roller Retraction
Solenoid is energized so that the Exit/Turnover Roller is retracted.

Turnover

Stop

4034M538AA

Scanning the 2nd side

4. To ensure that pages of the document are in the proper order, the page is turned over
again before being ejected into the Exit Tray.

Turnover

Stop

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Composition/Operation
1. Product specification ........................................................................................ 1-1
2. Duplex Unit (DX-2000) ..................................................................................... 1-2
2.1 Construction ............................................................................................. 1-2
2.2 Operation ................................................................................................. 1-3
2.3 Electric Parts Layout ................................................................................ 1-3
2.4 Switchback Operation .............................................................................. 1-4
2.5 2-sided Copying with a Single Sheet of Paper Resident in the Unit ........ 1-5
2.5.1 Operation ....................................................................................... 1-5
2.6 2-sided Copying with Two Sheets of Paper Resident in the Unit ............. 1-6
2.6.1 Operation ....................................................................................... 1-6

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Product specification

Name

Duplex Unit

Type

Sheet duplex paper take-up section

Installation

Installed to the right side door

Paper Size

A3 L, A4 L, A4 C, A5 L, A5 C, B4 L, B5 L, B5 C, FLS L, Ledger L,
Legal L, Letter C, Invoice L, Invoice C

Paper Type

Plain paper (60 to 90 g/m2), recycled paper (60 to 90 g/m2)

Document Alignment

Center

Power Requirements

DC24 V (supplied from the copier)


DC5 V

Max. Power Consumption

9 W or less

Dimensions

Width = 412 mm
Depth = 215 mm
Height = 88 mm

Mass

2.5 kg (Duplex Unit + Manual Bypass Assy

Operating Environment

Conforms to that of the copier

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Composition/Operation

Duplex Unit (DX-2000)


Construction
1

3
4

4532M503AA

1. Duplex Unit Transport Roller 1

3. Duplex Unit Transport Roller 2

2. Duplex Unit Transport Roll 1

4. Duplex Unit Transport Roll 2

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The Duplex Unit Transport Motor provides the drive for the Duplex Unit.

4532M501AA

2.3

Electric Parts Layout


1

1. Duplex Unit Transport Motor (M2/AD)

4532M001AA

3. Control Board (PWB-A/AD)

2. Duplex Unit Transport Sensor


(PC2/AD)

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Switchback Operation

The paper printed on one side is switched back by the exit rollers on copier to transport it
into the duplex unit.
The switchback operation of transport rollers is carried out by the Duplex Unit Switchback Motor.

4532M502CA

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2-sided Copying with a Single Sheet of Paper Resident in


the Unit

2.5.1

Operation
1. The first sheet of paper is taken up and the image
of page 2 of the original is printed.

4034M510AA

2. Immediately before the first sheet of paper leaves


the Paper Exit Roller, the direction of rotation of
the Paper Exit Roller is reversed and the first
sheet of paper is transported toward and into the
Duplex Unit.
4034M511AA

3. The paper moving through the Duplex Unit is


directly subjected to the second print cycle without being stopped.

4034M512AA

4. The image of page 1 of the original is printed on


the other side of the first sheet of paper.

4034M513AA

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5. While the first sheet of paper is being fed out of


the copier, the image of page 4 of the original is
printed on one side of the second sheet of paper.

4034M514AA

Steps 2 through 5 are repeated.

2.6

2-sided Copying with Two Sheets of Paper Resident in the

2.6.1

Operation

Unit

1. The first sheet of paper is taken up and the image


of page 2 of the original is printed.

4034M510AA

2. Immediately before the first sheet of paper leaves


the Paper Exit Roller, the direction of rotation of
the Paper Exit Roller is reversed and the first
sheet of paper is transported toward and into the
Duplex Unit.
3. At the same time, the second sheet of paper is
4034M511AA

taken up and fed in.


4. The image of page 4 of the original is printed on
one side of the second sheet of paper.
5. At the same time, the first sheet of paper is transported through the Duplex Unit.

4034M512AA

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6. The image of page 1 of the original is printed on


the other side of the first sheet of paper that has
been fed into the copier again.
7. At the same time, the second sheet of paper is
subjected to a switchback sequence at the exit
section.
4034M513AA

8. It is then fed through the Duplex Unit without


9. While the first sheet of paper is being fed out of
the copier, the image of page 4 of the original is
printed on one side of the second sheet of paper.

4034M514AA

10. While the second sheet of paper is being fed out


of the copier, the third sheet of paper is taken up
and the image of page 6 of the original is printed.

4034M514AA

Steps 2 through 10 are repeated.

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1. Product specification ........................................................................................ 1-1
2. Paper Feed Unit (PF-2000) .............................................................................. 1-2
2.1 Construction ............................................................................................. 1-2
2.2 Operation ................................................................................................. 1-2
2.3 Edge Guide and Trailing Edge Stop ......................................................... 1-3
2.4 Paper Lifting Plate .................................................................................... 1-3
2.5 Tray-in-Position Detection ........................................................................ 1-4
2.6 Paper Empty Detection ............................................................................ 1-4
2.7 Paper Size Detecting Mechanism ............................................................ 1-5
2.8 Paper Separating Mechanism .................................................................. 1-6
2.9 Paper Take-Up Control ............................................................................ 1-7
2.10 Paper Take-Up Retry Control ................................................................... 1-7

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Product specification

Name
Installation

:
:

Add-on paper feed unit


Installed on the underside of the copier

Types and Sizes of Paper


Type

250 sheets

Plain paper (60 to 90 g/m2)


2

Recycled paper (60 to 90 g/m )


Sizes

Metric areas: A3 L, A4 L, A4 C, A5 C, B4 L, B5 L, and B5 C Inch areas: Ledger L (11


x 17 L), 11 x 14 L, Legal L (8-1/2 x 14 L), Letter L/C (8-1/2 x 11 L/C), and Invoice C
(5-1/2 x 8-1/2 C)

Paper Alignment
Capacity
Power Requirements
Power Consumption
Dimensions

:
:
:
:
:

Mass
Operating Environment

:
:

Center
250 sheets
DC24 V, DC5 V (supplied from the copier)
9 W or less
Width = 590 mm
Depth = 558 mm
Height = 108 mm
5.5 kg
Conforms to that of the copier

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Composition/Operation

Paper Feed Unit (PF-2000)


Construction

2
4

3
4686M004AA

2.2

1. Trailing Edge Stop

3. Paper Lifting Plate

2. Side Door

4. Edge Guide

Operation

Drive from the Main Motor (M1) is transmitted via a gear train to the paper take-up mechanism for the Paper Feed Unit.

Vertical Transport Roller

Paper Take-Up Drive


Mechanism
Paper Take-Up Roller

4686M003AA

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Edge Guide and Trailing Edge Stop

The Edge Guide and Trailing Edge Stop can be slid into any desired position.

Trailing Edge Stop

Edge Guide

4686M005AA

2.4

4686M009AA

Paper Lifting Plate

The Paper Lifting Plate is locked into position when it is pressed down. It is unlocked
when the tray is slid into the unit.
The Paper Lifting Plate is pushed upward by the Paper Lifting Springs at all times.

Paper Lifting Spring

4686M006AA

Paper Lifting Plate

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Composition/Operation

Tray-in-Position Detection

When a tray is slid into the cabinet, the Drawer Set Sensor is blocked and the copier
determines that the tray has been slid in position.

Light Blocking Plate

Drawer Set Sensor (PC13/PF)


4686M007AA

2.6

Paper Empty Detection

The Paper Empty Sensor detects a paper-empty condition in the tray.

Paper Empty Sensor (PC11/PF)

4686M008AA

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2.7

Paper Size Detecting Mechanism

Both the width (in the crosswise direction) and length (in the feeding direction) of the
paper are detected and the copier CPU determines the paper size based on the combination of the two readings.
The width (CD) of the paper is detected when the lever that is operatively connected to
the Edge Guide activates or deactivates the Paper Size (CD) Detection Sensor.
The length (FD) of the paper is detected when the lever that is operatively connected to
the Trailing Edge Stop actuates or deactuates the switches on the Paper Size (FD)
Detection Board.

Paper Size (FD) Detection Board


(PWB-I/PF)

SW4 SW3

SW2 SW1

Paper Size (CD) Detection Sensor


(S11/PF)

Trailing Edge Stop

Edge Guide

4686M511AA

Paper Size (FD) Detection Board


(PWB-I/PF)
SW4

SW3

SW2

SW1

Paper Size (CD) Detection


Sensor
(S11/PF)

A3 L

ON

ON

B4 L

Paper Size

A4 L

ON

ON

ON

A4 C

ON

ON

ON

B5 L

ON

ON

ON

ON

B5 C

ON

ON

A5 C

ON

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Paper Separating Mechanism

A loop is formed in the paper between the Separator Fingers and the Paper Take-Up
Roller. The turning force of the Paper Take-Up Roller overcomes the block of the Separator Fingers, causing the top sheet of paper to ride over the fingers and be fed out of the
tray into the copier.
When there are only two sheets of left in the tray and if the friction force of the Paper Lifting Plate is low, the bottom sheet of paper is taken up and fed into the copier with the top
sheet of paper. To prevent this situation from occurring, there is a Friction Plate provided
on top of the Paper Lifting Plate.
Before the Paper Take-Up Roller contacts the paper, the Paper Take-Up Roll holds the
paper down so that the paper remains stationary before its being taken up by the Paper
Take-Up Roller.

Paper Take-Up Roller

Paper

Separator Finger

Roll

4686M010AA

Friction Plate
Paper Lifting Plate

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Paper Take-Up Control

The operation of the Paper Take-Up Solenoid is controlled by the signal output from
PJ3A-1 and 2 of the Control Board.
For the 2nd Tray

4686M514CA

2.10

Paper Take-Up Retry Control

To minimize the occurrence of paper misfeed, the Paper Take-Up Solenoid is energized
a second time to carry out a paper take-up retry sequence if a sheet of paper fails to
reach the Synchronizing Roller Sensor (for the 2nd Tray) or the Paper Take-Up Sensor
(for the 3rd to 5th Tray) within a given period of time after a paper take-up sequence has
been initiated. This sequence is repeated a predetermined number of times.
For the 2nd Tray
No. of Paper Take-Up Retry Sequences
Paper Take-Up Retry

4686M515CA

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Composition/Operation
1. Product specification ........................................................................................ 1-1
2. Multiple Bypass (MP-2000) .............................................................................. 1-2
2.1 Construction ............................................................................................. 1-2
2.2 Operation ................................................................................................. 1-3
2.3 Paper Take-Up Mechanism ..................................................................... 1-4
2.4 Paper Empty Detection Mechanism ......................................................... 1-5
2.5 Paper Take Up Control ............................................................................ 1-5
2.6 Paper Take Up Retry Control ................................................................... 1-6

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Product specification

Name
Installation

:
:

Multiple Bypass Tray


Screwed to the copier

Copy Medium
Type

Plain Paper (60 to 90 g/m2)

100 sheets

Transparencies

20 sheets

Thick Paper (91 to 157 g/m2)


Postcards and Labels

Size

Sizes

Envelopes

10 sheets

Recycled Paper (60 to 90 g/m2)

100 sheets

Width

90 X 297 mm

Length

140 X 432 mm

A3 L, A4 L, A4 C, A5 C, A5 L, B4 L, B5 L, B5 C, FLS L, Ledger L, 11 x
14 L, Legal L, Letter L, Letter C, Invoice L, Invoice C, 8K L, 16K L,
and 16K C

Registration
Capacity
Power Requirements
Power Consumption
Dimensions
Mass
Operating Environment

:
:
:
:
:
:
:

Center
100 sheets (80 g/m2)
DC24 V, DC5 V (supplied from the copier)
9 W or less
Width = 439 mm, Depth = 435 mm, Height = 137 m
3.1 kg
Conforms to that of the copier

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Multiple Bypass (MP-2000)

2.1

Construction

1
2

4021M031AA

1. Take-up Roller

3. Paper Empty Sensor (PC21/MP)

2. Paper Take-up Solenoid (SL21/MP)

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Operation

Drive for bypass paper take-up is provided by the Main Motor (M1).
The drive is transmitted through the Paper Take-up Solenoid.
Main Motor (M1)

Paper Take-Up Roller

Paper Take-up Solenoid


(SL21/MP)
Paper Empty Sensor (PC21/MP)
4021M032AA

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Paper Take-Up Mechanism

The Paper Lifting Plate is raised to press the paper stack on the tray up against the
Paper Take-Up Roll.
The Paper Lifting Plate is raised and lowered in time with a paper take-up sequence.
The ascent and descent motion of the Paper Lifting Plate is accomplished when the drive
from the motor is transmitted to the cam through a solenoid to rotate the cam.
Drive from Main Motor

Paper Take-up Solenoid (SL21/MP)

Paper Take-Up Roller

Cam
4021M033AA

<Ascent/Descent Motion>
Main Motor (M1) is energized.
Paper Take-Up Roller is turned.
Paper Take-up Solenoid (SL21/MP): Energized

Paper Take-Up Roller


Paper
Cam

Cam: Rotates
Tray: Raised
Paper Take-up Solenoid (SL21/MP): Deenergized
Paper take-up
Paper Take-up Solenoid (SL21/MP): Energized
Cam: Rotates
Tray: Lowered
Paper Take-up Solenoid (SL21/MP): Deenergized
4021M059AA

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Paper Empty Detection Mechanism

The Paper Empty Sensor detects a sheet of paper on the Multiple Bypass.

<When Paper is Present>

<When Paper is not Present>

Paper Take-up Solenoid (SL21/MP)

Paper

4021M034AA

2.5

4021M035AA

Paper Take Up Control

4034M542CA

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Paper Take Up Retry Control

To minimize the occurrence of a paper misfeed, the paper take-up sequence is temporarily halted if the paper fails to reach the Synchronizing Roller Sensor within a given
period of time after the sequence has been started. The paper take-up sequence is then
performed again. These paper take-up sequences are repeated a given number of times.
No. of Paper Take-Up
Retry Sequences
Paper Take-Up Retry

4034M543CA

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Composition/Operation
1. Product specification ........................................................................................ 1-1
2. Job Separator (JT-2000) .................................................................................. 1-2
2.1 Construction ............................................................................................. 1-2
2.2 Operation ................................................................................................. 1-3
2.3 Tray Selecting Mechanism ....................................................................... 1-4
2.4 Tray-Full Detecting Mechanism ............................................................... 1-5
2.5 Job Tray Paper Detecting Mechanism ..................................................... 1-5

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Product specification

Type
Installation
Paper Storage System

:
:
:

Add-on drawer
Built into the exit section of the copier
Moving drawer system

Capacities
Paper
Type

Plain paper (60 to 90

g/m2)

Upper Drawer

Lower Drawer

100 sheets (A4L/C), 50


sheets (other than A4L/C)
Load height up to 22 mm

150 sheets (A4L/C), 75


sheets (other than A4L/C)

10 sheets

20 sheets

100 sheets (A4 L/C), 50


sheets (other than A4 L/C)
Load height up to 22 mm

150 sheets (A4 L/C), 75


sheets (other than A4 L/C)

Transparencies
2

Thick paper (91 to 157 g/m )


Postcards, labels, and envelopes
Recycled Paper (60 to 90 g/
m2)

Power Requirements
Power Consumption
Operating Environment

:
:
:

DC24 V, DC5 V (supplied from the copier)


24 W or less
Conforms to that of the copier

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Job Separator (JT-2000)

2.1

Construction

6
7

4021M045AC

1. Job Tray

6. Lower Home Position Sensor

2. Control Board (PWB-B/JOB)

(PC33/JOB)

3. Paper Empty Sensor (PC35/JOB)

7. Paper Detecting Board (PWB-B/JOB)

4. Paper Full Sensor (PC34/JOB)

8. Bin Switching Motor (M1/JOB)

5. Upper Home Position Sensor


(PC32/JOB)

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Operation

The Main Motor (M1) provides drive for the Job Separator.

1
2

4689M501AA

1. Bin Switching Motor (M1/JOB)

2. Job Tray

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Composition/Operation

Tray Selecting Mechanism

The paper is fed out into either the Exit Tray of the copier or the Job Tray. The active tray
is selected according to the operating mode (either the fax, copier, or printer mode).
The Exit Tray of the copier is for the copier. The Job Tray is, on the other hand, for the fax
and printer.
The corresponding tray is selected through the operation of the motor and sensor as
shown below.
<When feeding paper into the Exit Tray: Copier>
Upper Home Position Sensor (PC32/JOB): Activated
Bin Switching Motor (M1/JOB)

4021M046AB

Paper
(M1/JOB: Backward Rotation)
<When feeding paper into the Job Tray: fax/printer>

Lower Home Position Sensor (PC33/JOB): Activated

Paper

4021M047AB

Job Tray

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Tray-Full Detecting Mechanism

Tray-full detection is valid only when paper is fed into the Job Tray (Job Tray in the lowered position).
A tray-full condition is detected when the sensor is blocked for a continuous given period
of time (approx. 20 sec.).

Paper

Paper Full Sensor (PC34/JOB)

Job Tray

Exit Roller
4021M049AA

2.5

Job Tray Paper Detecting Mechanism

If paper is fed into the Job Tray when the machine is in a mode in which paper is fed into
the Exit Tray (Job Tray in the raise position), the indicator lamp on the Paper Detecting
Board lights to warn the user that there is paper in the Job Tray.
A sensor is provided for detecting paper in the Job Tray.
<When Paper is Present>
Paper Empty Sensor (PC35/JOB)
Paper

Paper Detecting Board


(PWB-B/JOB)
Job Tray

4021M051AA

<When Paper is not Present>

4021M050AA
4021M052AA

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Composition/Operation
1. Product specification ........................................................................................ 1-1
2. SHIFTING UNIT (SF-1801) ............................................................................. 1-1
2.1 Construction ............................................................................................. 1-1
2.2 Exit Position Shifting Mechanism ............................................................. 1-2

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Shifting amount
Paper capacity
Pwer consumption

2.
2.1

:
:
:

28 mm
250 sheets
Less than 63 W

SHIFTING UNIT (OT-103)


Construction
1
2
3

4021M053AB

1. Main Board (PWB-A)

3. Shift Motor (M1)

2. Home Sensor (S31)

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Exit Position Shifting Mechanism

Paper is fed into the Shifting Unit along a straight path or shifted from the reference
straight path position. This exit position shifting mechanism allows different finishing
functions offered by the machine (Non-Sort, Sort, and Group) to be effected.
<Straight Feeding>
The paper that travels along a straight path is fed straight into the Shifting Unit without
being shifted sideways as the Exit Roller turns.
Exit Roller

Paper
4021M054AA

<Shifted Feeding>
When the trailing edge of the paper transported to the exit section moves past the Fusing
Roller, the Shift Motor is energized to move the Transport Roller sideways.
The paper is fed into the Shifting Unit as it is shifted sideways.
The Exit Roller is moved sideways by turning the motor forward or backward.
The Exit Roller is detected at its home position by a sensor.

Shift Motor M1

Paper

Home Sensor S31

4021M055AA

Exit Roller

4021M056AB

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