RICOH FT1008/1208
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Read this manual carefully before you use this product and keep it handy for future reference.
For safety. please follow the instructions in this manual.
Notes: Model names for the machines do not appear in the following pages. Check
the type of your machine before reading this manual.
(For details, see pages 8-9.)
Type 1
RICOH FT1008
RICOH FT1208
Type
2
Certain types may not be available in some countries. For details, contact your
local dealer.
For good copy quality, Ricoh recommends that you use genuine Ricoh toner.
Ricoh shall not be responsible for any damage or expense that may result from the use
of parts and supplies other than genuine Ricoh parts in your Ricoh office product.
Note: Some illustrations may be slightly different from your machine.
Power Source: 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz,
6
A
Please make sure to connect the power cord to a power source as above. For details
about power connection, see page 20.
Copyright 1998, RICOH CO., LTD.
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This manual contains detailed instructions for the operation and
maintenance of this copier. To ensure maximum versatility from this
copier, all operators should carefully read and follow the instructions in
this manual. Please keep this manual in a handy place near the copier.
Before using this copier, please read the following cautions section. It
contains important information related to user safety and the prevention
of equipment problems.
ESSENTIAL SYMBOLS
The following essential symbols are used in this manual:
Ignoring this caution
could cause injury or
damage to property.
Ignoring this warning
could cause serious
injury or even death.
Symbol
care.
means a situation that requires you to take
DO NOT carry out the operation represented by the
symbol
This example means “Do not take apart”.
Symbol
l
means you MUST perform this operation.
This example means “You must remove the wall plug”.
If the copier looks damaged
or breaks down, smoke is
coming out, there is a
strange smell or anything
looks unusual, immediately
turn off the main switch
then unplug the power cord
from the wall. Do not
Only connect the copier to
the power source described
on the inside front cover of
this manual. Avoid multi-
wiring as it could cause an
electrical shock or fire.
Avoid using an extension
cord. Make sure the wall
outlet is near the copier and
freely accessible so that in
event of an emergency it
can be unplugged easily.
Damage
Warning
Power
Connection
Warning
continue using the copier in
this condition. Contact your
service representative.
Do not put any containers
holding metal objects or
water (e.g. vases, flower-
pots, glasses) on the copier.
If the contents fall inside
the copier a fire or electric
shock could occur.
Do not damage, break or
make any modifications to
the power cord. Do not
place heavy objects on it,
pull it hard or bend it more
than necessary. These
Shock
Warning
Power Cord
Warning actions could cause an
electric shock or fire
.
Do not incinerate used toner
or toner containers. Toner
dust might ignite when
exposed to an open flame.
Dispose of the used toner
containers according to
local regulations.
Do not remove any covers
or screws other than those
specified in this manual.
Some parts of the copier
are charged with high
Toner
Warning
voltage and could give you
an electric shock. When the
copier needs to be checked,
adjusted or repaired,
,
If anv metal, liauid or
foreign matter falls into the
copier, turn off the main
switch and unplug the main
power cord. Contact your
service representative. Do
not continue using the
contact your service
Modification
Warning
representative.
Do not take apart or
attempt any modifications
to this copier. There is a
risk of fire, electric shock,
explosion or loss of sight.
Foreign
Object
Warning
copier with a fault or defect.
Do not plug or unplug the
power cord with wet hands
or an electric shock might
occur.
When you move the copier,
unplug the power cord from
the wall outlet to avoid fire
or electric shock.
When the copier will not be
used for a long time, unplug
the power cord.
Unplug
Caution
Unplug
Caution
When you pull out the plug
from the socket, grip the
plug to avoid damaging the
cord and causing fire or
electric shock.
If you use this copier in a
confined space, make sure
there is a continuous air
turnover.
Copier
Location
Caution
Unplug
Caution
Keep the copier away from
humidity and dust. A fire or
an electric shock might
occur.
When removing misfed
paper, do not touch the
fusing section
very hot.
it could be
Clearing
Misfeed
Caution
Copier
Location
Caution
Do not place the copier on
an unstable or tilted surface.
If it topples over it could
cause injury.
This copier has been tested
for safety using this
supplier’s parts and
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consumables. We recom-
mend you only use these
specified supplies.
Parts
Caution
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*Press this marked
6. Platen Cover
7. Top Unit
1. Main Switch
For turning copier on/off.
2. Exposure Glass
Open to access inside of copier.
Position originals face down.
8. Bypass Feed Guides
Assist alignment of copy paper
in the bypass feed. (See page
26.)
3. Copy Tray
Finished copies are delivered
here.
4. Operation Panel
9. Bypass Feed
Panel type 1 or 2 depends on
copier model. (See pages 8-9.)
Use to copy to transparencies,
adhesive labels and translucent
paper. (See pages 26-27.)
5. Paper Cassette
Holds up to 250 sheets of paper.
* Make sure to press down on this
position when closing the top
unit.
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1. Charge Corona Wire
If white streaks appear on
copies, or image density ap-
pears uneven, clean this wire.
(See page 45.)
4. Image Density Recalibration
Switch
When you want to adjust the
image density after using the
copier for a long time, adjust
this switch. (See page 34.)
5. Transfer Corona Wire
If white streaks appear on
copies, or image density ap-
pears uneven, clean this wire.
(See page 45.)
2. Toner Cassette
When lights up or blinks,
replace the toner cassette. (See
page 42.)
3. Fusing Unit
Fuses the copy image to the
paper.
6. Guide Plates
If the reverse side of copies
appears dirty, clean the guide
plates. (See page 47.)
This unit may be very
hot. When accessing the inside
of the copier, use caution.
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4.Copy Counter
1.Photo Mode Indicator
2.Auto Image Density
Indicator
5.Start Indicator
6.Start
Key
Toner Indicator
Clear/Stop Key
Path Indicator
Indicators
8.Image Density
Adjustment Key
6. Start Key: Press to start copy-
1. Photo Mode Indicator: Lights
up when photo mode is selected
with image density indicator.
(See page 28.)
2. Auto Image Density Indica-
tor: Lights up to show copier is
in automatic image density
mode. (See page 28.)
ing.
7. Manual Image Density Indi-
cators: Lights up when image
density is adjusted manually.
(See page 28.)
8. Image Density Adjustment
Key: Used to adjust image
density. (See page 28.)
9. Check Paper Path Indica-
tor: Lights up to indicate paper
jam. To clear paper misfeeds,
see page 60.
3.
Replenish Toner Indicator:
Replenish toner when this indica-
tor lights up. (See page 42.)
4. Copy Counter: Indicates the
number of copies.
Shows reduction/enlargement
size in % in zooming mode
10. + and
-
keys: Used to increase
or reduce the desired number of
copies. Or type 2 only, for
(Type 2 panel only);
display
tells you to replenish paper, and
displays other data.
reduction or enlargement in 1%
increments. (See page 30.)
5. Start Indicator: Lights green
when copier is ready to make
copies.
Clear/Stop Key: Press to reset
the counter to 1. During copy-
ing, press to stop copying.
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12.Reproduction
Ratio Indicators
% appears when the
zoom indicator is lit
and the copy counter
is showing reduction/
enlargement size as a
percentage in zoom-
ing mode.
Reproduction Ratio Indica-
tors: Shows the preset repro-
duction ratio selected. (See page
29.)
Preset Reduce/Enlarge Key:
Press to reduce/enlarge copies
in preset ratios. (See page 29.)
14.Zoom Indicator: Lights to
indicate the copier is in zoom
mode. (See page 30.)
Zoom Key: Press before using
+ or key to zoom up/down
copies in 1% increments. (See
page 30.)
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SAFETY INFORMATION
NAME/FUNCTION OF PARTS
Exterior
Interior
Operation Panel
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CONTENTS
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INSTALLATION
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Checking the Package Contents
Unpacking
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Installing Copier
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Loading Toner Cassette
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Setting or Changing Paper Size
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Loading Copy Paper
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Notes on copy paper
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Attaching Copy Tray
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20-21
TURNING COPIER ON
for automatically saving power..
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Auto-off mode
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NOTES ON INSTALLATION LOCATION
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PLACEMENT OF ORIGINALS
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Alignment of Originals
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Setting Copy Orders During Warm-Up
FULL-SIZE COPYING
Auto Start
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BYPASS FEED COPYING
Original and Copy Directions
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ADJUSTING COPY DENSITY
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Auto image density
Manual image density
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REDUCING/ENLARGING
Reducing/Enlarging Using Preset Ratios
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Zooming in 1% Increments
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MAKING TWO-SIDED COPIES
MAKING BOOK COPIES
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USER TOOLS
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List of User Tools
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Making Adjustment with User Tools
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User Tool Menu
REPLACING THE TONER CASSETTE
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Copy Yield
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MAINTAINING COPIER
Daily Maintenance
Corona Wires
Guide Plates
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NOTES
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General Operation
Replenishing Toner
Removing Misfed Paper
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STORAGE
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Paper
Toner Cassette
REPACKING
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TROUBLESHOOTING
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CLEARING MISFEEDS
58-60
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When
When
appears on the copy counter
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stays on
SPECIFICATIONS
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INDEX
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INSTALLATION
Checking the Package Contents ............ 14
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Unpacking
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Installing Copier
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Loading Toner Cassette
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Setting or Changing Paper Size
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Loading Copy Paper
Notes on copy paper
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Attaching Copy Tray
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TURNING COPIER ON
Auto-off mode -for automatically
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saving power
NOTES ON INSTALLATION
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LOCATION
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. Be careful not to touch the OPC (Organic Photo Conductor, blue material) inside
the copier.
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Do not expose the OPC to light.
Remove all tapes.
Remove shipping thumbscrew then
open the platen cover. (No thumbscrew
for type model)
Next, remove shipping thumbscrew and
attach the sticker to conceal the hole of
shipping thumbscrew
The removed shipping thumbscrews should
be kept as shown in step
shipping.
for future
Do not turn on the main switch until
the two shipping thumbscrews have been
removed, otherwise the copier may be damaged.
Store the two shipping thumbscrews as
shown. (Only short thumbscrew with type
1 model)
Make sure to keep the shipping thumb-
screws; they must be attached prior to shipping.
Remove the paper in the unit.
Close the ton unit bv pressing down firmly
on the marked position.
Attention: Make sure to press the marked position.
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Remove the toner cassette from the
vinyl bag.
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Keep the vinyl bag for repacking.
Rock the toner cassette back and
forth five or six times.
Set the toner cassette on a flat
surface and remove the two tapes
inside the unit completely as
shown.
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Hold the toner cassette firmly with one
hand to prevent it from turning over.
Yellow marks appear at the end of the
tapes. Make sure to remove the tapes
completely from the toner cassette.
If these tapes are not removed,
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the toner cassette may be damaged, and
unable to make a copy.
Open the top unit.
Confirm that the A mark
of the
toner cassette is pointing upward.
Align guides on both sides of the toner
cassette with the left (with l mark)
and right (with mark) guides
of
the toner cassette holder, then insert
the toner cassette into the copier as
shown until it clicks into place.
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Do not insert the toner cassette into the
copier until the tapes are completely
removed.
Close the top unit by pressing
down firmly on the marked posi-
tion.
Attention: Make sure to press the marked
position.
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Pull the paper cassette out.
Check the set paper size.
If preset paper size is the setting you
want to use, disregard steps
to
If you need to change the paper size,
continue to the following steps.
Adjusting the paper length
Remove the end plate and set it
to your desired paper size
Adjusting the paper width
Push the bottom plate halfway
down
and carefully remove the
two side guides by pushing and
lifting the end of the side guides
as illustrated.
Move the two side guides to your
desired paper size, while pushing
the bottom plate halfway down.
To set the side guides, confirm that
the metal hook of the side guide is
above the protrusion of the bottom
plate
halfway down
push the bottom plate
and insert the
bottom hook of the side guide into
the hole
Then slowly insert the hook on the
other end into the hole until it
clicks into place.
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Attach copy tray as shown
then depress it slightly to fix it in
place
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Confirm that the copy tray is securely in
place.
When you copy onto long-size
paper, extend-the copy tray as
shown.
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Power Connection
Only connect the copier to the power source described on the inside
front cover of this manual. Avoid multi-wiring as it could cause an
electric shock or fire.
Avoid using an extension cord. Make sure the wall outlet is near the
copier and freely accessible so it can be unplugged easily in the event of
an emergency.
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Make sure the plug is firmly inserted in the outlet.
Voltage must not fluctuate more than 10%.
Do not set anything on the power cord.
Always turn the copier off when you have finished copying for the day.
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Firmly insert the plug into the
copier and outlet.
Turning Copier On
Turn the main switch on.
Wait for the copier to warm up.
During warm-up, the Start indica-
tor lights red.
When the Start indicator turns
green, the copier is ready to make
copies.
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If Load Paper
indication is on
when starting, load paper.
for automatically saving power
Auto-off mode
To conserve energy, this copier automatically shifts to the “Auto-off mode” 30
minutes after you make a copy. In Auto-off mode, power consumption is reduced
from less than 91W (standby) to less than 5W. To re-activate the copier, press any
key.
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The copier does not enter Auto-off mode when:
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the Start indicator is red.
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You are accessing the user tools.
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Initial Auto-off duration is 30 minutes. To change this duration with the user
tools, follow the steps on page 38.
When the copier is in Auto-off mode, the Start indicator (green) blinks.
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Environmental conditions greatly affect the performance of a copier. Be
sure to choose your installation location carefully.
Locations to Avoid
Optimum Setting Conditions
Locations exposed to direct
sunlight or strong light (more
than 2,000 lux).
Locations directly exposed to
cool air from an air conditioner
or heated air from a heater.
(Sudden temperature changes
may cause condensation within
the copier.)
Places where the copier might be
subjected to frequent strong
vibration.
Dusty areas.
Areas exposed to corrosive
gases.
Temperature: 10
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35°C (50 95°F)
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Humidity: 15 80% RH
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Place upon a strong, stable, level
base with a flat, even surface. Do
not place on a surface that has
holes, ruts, cavities or is uneven
in any way.
The copier must be level within
3mm (0.11 in.) both front to rear
and left to right.
To avoid a possible ozone
buildup, be sure to locate this
copier in a large well ventilated
room with an air turnover of
more than 3 times/hr/person.
Places higher than 2,000m (6,500
ft.) above sea level.
Copier Location
Place the copier near the wall outlet, providing minimum clearance as
shown.
More than 20cm (7.9 in.)
More than
10cm (3.9 in.)
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More than 11 cm
More than 30cm (11.8 in.)
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PLACEMENT OF ORIGINALS
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Alignment of Originals
FULL-SIZE COPYING
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Auto Start
Setting Copy Orders
During Warm-Up
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BYPASS FEED COPYING
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26-27
Original and Copy Directions
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ADJUSTING COPY DENSITY..
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Auto image density
Manual image density
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REDUCING/ENLARGING
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29-30
Reducing/Enlarging Using Preset Ratios . 29
Zooming in 1% Increments
MAKING TWO-SIDED COPIES
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MAKING BOOK COPIES..
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Lift the platen cover.
Set the original face down on the
exposure glass. Align the center of
your original with the arrow mark
on the scale.
Lower the platen cover.
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When copying from a book, the thick-
ness of the book should be no more than
20mm (0.78 in.).
Alignment of Originals
Align the original with the scale
on the left side of the exposure
glass.
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When the original is a standard size
such as 8 or A4, align it to the
indexes on the scale.
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When your original is not a standard
size, align the center of the original to
the arrow mark at the center of the
scale.
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To make copies the same size as your originals.
Lift the platen cover and place the
original face down on the exposure
glass. Align the center of your
original with the arrow mark on the
scale. Lower the platen cover.
If your copier includes an enlarge-
ment/ reduction feature (Type 2
panel only), make sure the magni-
fication ratio is set to Full Size. If
not, press the Reduce/Enlarge
key until Full Size indicator is lit.
Enter your desired number of copies
using the + key (to increase copy num-
ber) or
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key (to reduce copy number).
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Up to 50 copies can be entered.
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To reset the number to 1, press the Clear/
Stop key.
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When copy counter is 1, pressing the
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key changes the counter to 50. Likewise,
when the-counter is 50, pressing the + key
changes the counter to 1.
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Press the Start key.
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To stop the machine during a multi-copy
run, press the Clear/Stop key.
To resume copying, press the Start key.
To clear the copy counter, press the
Clear/Stop key.
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Setting Copy Orders During Warm-Up
Auto Start
If you press the Start key during warm-up, the
Start indicator will blink in red and green. The
copier will start copying when warm-up is
completed.
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To cancel Auto Start, press the Clear/Stop key.
To copy onto paper different from the type in the paper cassette, use the
bypass feed.
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One sheet should be inserted into the bypass feed at a time.
Bypass feed copying should also be used for transparencies, adhesive
labels, translucent paper or postcards.
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Place the original face down on the
exposure glass and lower the
platen cover.
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Align the center of the original to the
arrow mark.
Adjust the bypass feed guides to
the proper width.
Gently insert the copy paper into
the bypass feed.
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Never insert more than one copy paper
at a time.
Copy starts automatically.
When making multiple copies using the bypass feed, gently insert the
next copy paper into the bypass feed until the paper is fed automati-
cally.
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Do not set the next paper before th
occur.
Setart indicator turns green. A misfeed may
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copies are as follows.
Transparencies
Set the originals and transparencies as
shown.
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Remove copies delivered to the copy tray one by
one.
Letterhead
Set the originals and letterhead as shown.
Two-sided copies
Set the originals and copy paper for copying
the reverse side as shown.
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Do not use paper that has been printed on using
other copiers or printers.
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For instructions on making two-sided copies, see
page 31.
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Place the original for the front side
of the copy on the exposure glass
and lower the platen cover.
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Align the center of the original to the
arrow mark on the scale.
Press the Start key to make the
first copy.
Place the original for the reverse
side of the copy on the exposure
glass and lower the platen cover.
Adjust the bypass feed guides to
the proper width.
Insert the copy paper into the
bypass feed blank side facing
upward.
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If the paper is curled, straighten it before
insertion. (See page 48.)
Copy directions are as indicated.
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RECALIBRATING COPY DENSITY . . . . . 34
35-40
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USER TOOLS
35
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List of User Tools
Making Adjustment with User Tools . . 36-37
37-40
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User Tool Menu
33
When copies have become unclear or dirty after using the copier for a
long time, adjust copy density using the image density recalibration
switch.
Slide the image density
recalibration switch to 1 to make
the image clearer.
If the copies are still unclear or
dirty, slide the image density
recalibration switch to 2.
Close the top unit by pressing
down firmly on the marked posi-
tion.
Attention: Make sure to press the marked
position.
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adjusted with the
The value or mode of the following items can be
corresponding User Tool.
User Tool
Adjustable item
number
See page
1
Auto image density level
Darker-side manual image density level
Lighter-side manual image density level
Photo mode level
37
38
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
38
38
Auto-off duration
38
Auto reset duration
39
Counter up/down
39
Total copy number
39-40
35
Adjusting values/modes
When the desired user tool number
is lit on the copy counter and the
Photo Mode indicator is blinking,
enter the required setting using the
+ and
-
keys.
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For the settings, refer to pages 37-40.
Press the Image Density adjust-
ment key.
The setting will be stored in
memory.
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The setting number and the Photo Mode
indicator blink. Now, you can access
another user tool number by pressing the
+ and
-
keys.
To exit user tools, turn the main
switch off and then back on again.
User mode
1
1. Auto image density level
If the image density in the auto image density mode is too dark or too
light, adjust it using this function.
Default: Normal (Number: 0)
Setting Normal Light Lighter Lightest Dark Darker Darkest
2
1
4
Number
0
3
5
6
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If your desired image density could not be obtained with the adjustment in “User
mode adjust it by sliding the image density recalibration switch to the right.
(Refer to page 34.)
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User mode 2
2. Darker-side manual image density level
The density represented by the right indicator can be made darker.
Default: Normal (Number: 0)
Normal Dark Darker
Setting
Number
0
1
2
3. Lighter-side manual image density level
User mode 3
The density represented by the left indicator can be made lighter.
Default: Normal (Number: 0)
Setting
Normal Light Lighter
Number
0
1
2
4. Photo mode level
User mode 4
If the image density in the photo mode is too dark, adjust it using this
function.
Default: Normal (Number: 3)
Setting
Lightest Lighter
Light
Normal
Dark
4
Darker
Number
0
1
2
3
5
5. Auto-off duration
User mode 5
To conserve energy, this copier automatically shifts to the Auto-off mode
30 minutes after the last copying job has been completed. This time can
be adjusted using this function.
Default: 30 minutes (Number: 2)
Setting
5
minutes 10 minutes 30 minutes 60
minutes 90 minutes 120 minutes
Number
0
1
2
3
4
5
User mode 6
6. Auto reset duration
As a default setting, the copier will reset itself 1 minute after the final
copy is made or after the last time any key is pressed. If a 1 minute reset
time is not appropriate, you can change this time.
Default: 1 minute (Number: 0)
Off
1 minute 3 minutes
Setting
2
1
Number
0
User mode 7
7. Counter up/down
The copy counter can be set to show the number of copies made (count
up) or the number of copies remaining to be made (count down).
Default: Up (Number: 0)
Down
S e t t in g U p
N umb er
1
0
User
8. Total copy counter
mode
8
You can check the total number of copies made.
How to check the total copy counter:
Access user tool number “8”. You
will find the first two digits of the
total copy quantity (configured in
six digits) are displayed on the
copy counter.
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Example: When 12345 copies are made,
is displayed on the copy counter.
For the first two digits, the left image
density indicator is lit.
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Press the Start key. You will find
the second two digits of the total
copy quantity are displayed on the
copy counter.
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Example: When 12345 copies are made,
is displayed on the copy counter.
For the second two digits, the center
image density indicator is lit.
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Press the Start key again. You will
find the last two digits of the total
copy quantity are displayed on the
copy counter.
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Example: When 12345 copies are made,
is displayed on the copy counter.
For the last two digits, the right image
density indicator is lit.
When you want to see the first two digits
again, press the Start key once. When
you want to see the second two digits,
press the Start key twice.
To access another user tool number,
press the Image Density adjustment
key.
To exit the user tools, turn the main
switch off and then back on again.
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REPLACING THE TONER
42-43
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CASSETTE
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Copy Yield
MAINTAINING THE COPIER . . . . . . . . . . 44-47
44
45-46
47
48-49
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Daily Maintenance
Corona Wires
Guide Plates
NOTES
48
49
49
50
50
50
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Removing Misfed Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Operation
Replenishing Toner
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STORAGE
Paper
Toner Cassette
REPACKING
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51-53
When blinks on the operation panel, it is time to replace the toner
cassette (copying is still possible). When is continuously displayed,
copies cannot be made until the cassette is replaced.
l
When you install the new toner cassette, be careful not to touch
the OPC (blue material). Copy image and copy quality could be
affected.
l
After a new toner cassette is installed, the density of the first few
copies may be slightly lighter.
Open the top unit.
Remove the used toner cassette
carefully.
l
Be careful not to stain your hands with
the toner. If toner is present, clean up
with a cold damp cloth.
Open the new toner cassette
cardboard box.
Remove the toner cassette from the
vinyl bag.
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Keep the vinyl bag for repacking.
Platen Cover
Tray
Bypass Feed
44
Remove the tool from the transfer
corona wire and store it as shown.
l
Keep this tool inside the copier.
Close the top unit by pressing
down firmly on the marked posi-
tion.
Attension: Make sure to press the marked
position.
46
Open the top unit, clean the trans-
fer and transport guide plates with
a damp cloth, and wipe them with
a dry cloth.
l
If you do not clean the guide plates, the
leading and trailing edges of the reverse
side of copies become dirty.
Close the top unit by pressing
down firmly on the marked posi-
tion.
Attension: Make sure to press the marked
position.
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When using transparencies, set one sheet at a time into the bypass feed and
open the copy tray. Remove copies delivered to the copy tray one by one.
When you use translucent paper in low-temperature and low-humidity
conditions, it may be misfed. Set the paper aside with paper curl face down
until paper is flat with surface. Set one sheet at a time into the bypass feed.
Then, deliver the paper to the copy tray.
l
Under the following conditions, you might get light copies:
When you make 150 or more copies continuously.
When you make solid full image copies.
When you make copies while the Replenish Toner
Copies may be curled after coming out of the
copier. If necessary, uncurl the paper within
5mm (0.2 in.) of its edges, as shown, before
inserting it in the bypass feed to make a two-
sided copy.
Keep the used toner cassette horizontal. If you tilt the unit, toner may spill.
Do not store the toner cassette in high-temperature and high-humidity condi-
tions.
indicator is blinking.
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If you make copies continuously under high temperatures, the copier may
stop to prevent overheating. The Start indicator will turn red and
is
displayed on the copy counter. In this case, let the copier cool down, and wait
until the Start indicator turns green.
When you replace the toner cassette and close
the top unit, press down firmly on the marked
position.
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While copying, do not turn off the main switch.
While copying, do not open the top unit.
While copying, do not lift the platen cover.
While copying, do not unplug the power cord.
Do not lay anything weighing more than 10kg (22 lb) on the exposure glass.
Do not place tools or other hard objects on the exposure glass.
Do not allow paper clips, staples, or other small metallic objects to fall inside
the copier.
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Always turn the copier off when you have finished copying for the day.
48
Replenish toner when replenish toner indicator is blinking.
is continuously lit, copies can no longer be made.
When
Before installing a new toner cassette, rock it back and forth, at least
five or six times.
When removing the tapes inside the cassette, make sure to remove the
tapes completely.
Do not insert the toner into the copier until the tapes are completely
removed.
Do not eat or swallow toner, and keep it out of reach of children.
Replace the toner cassette with the new one, turn the main switch on,
and let the copier warm up.
In several seconds, it is ready to make copies in the initial status mode.
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Do not leave any tom scraps of paper inside the copier.
After clearing misfeeds, make sure that all units are returned to their
original positions and all covers are closed.
l
Do not touch the copy image when removing misfed paper
may stain your hands.
toner
49
Paper should always be stored properly. Improperly stored paper might
result in poor image reproduction, creased copies, or paper misfeeds.
Generally, avoid paper curling and absorption of moisture.
Avoid storing paper in humid areas. In high-temperature and high-
humidity, or low-temperature and low-humidity conditions, store paper
in a vinyl bag.
Do not store paper where it will be exposed to heat.
Store on a flat surface.
Use older stock first.
Do not lay heavy objects on paper.
Keep open reams of paper in the package, and store as you would
unopened paper.
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Store horizontally in a cool, dark place.
Never store toner cassette where it will be exposed to heat.
Do not lay heavy objects on the toner cassette.
Keep the toner cassette out of children’s reach.
5 0
Put the toner cassette in a vinyl
bag.
To prevent the toner from
spilling out, make sure you seal the vinyl
bag firmly.
Remove the two shipping thumb-
screws from inside the copier.
(Only short thumbscrew with type
1 model.)
Close the top unit by pressing
down firmly on the marked posi-
tion.
Attention: Make sure to press the marked
position.
Remove the sticker and insert the
two shipping thumbscrews into the
holes, then tighten them as shown.
(Only short thumbscrew with type
1 model.)
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Make sure to insert the shipping
thumbscrews to prevent damage while
moving the copier.
Remove copy tray as shown.
First, gently lift it up
it out
then pull
Put the copier in the vinyl bag.
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Put the copier in the cardboard
box.
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Lift the copier from the bottom as
illustrated.
Insert the toner cassette, copy tray,
operator’s manual and power cord
into the box.
Firmly put the foam blocks on the
copier.
Seal the box firmly using tape.
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See
Page
Remedy
Cause
Condition
Power cord is not properly
plugged into the outlet.
Plug it in firmly.
Check that the both ends of
the top unit are securely
closed. If not, close the top
unit firmly by pressing the
marked position.
Nothing happens
when the switch is
turned on.
Top unit is not completely
closed.
15
18
is displayed on
the copy counter.
Load paper.
Paper cassette is empty.
Replace toner cassette.
Replace toner cassette.
Clear misfed paper.
Toner has nearly run out
Toner has run out.
is blinking.
stays on.
42
42
59
A misfeed has occurred.
stays on.
The copier has
entered Auto-off
mode (30 minutes
after a copy was
made or a key was
pressed).
Press any key to re-activate
the copier.
The copier has shifted to the
Auto-off function.
21
Copies have white
streaks.
Clean the corona wires.
Wait for a while until the
copier cools down and
no longer displayed.
Corona wires are dirty.
45
48
Copy image
density is uneven.
displayed on
the copy counter.
The copier is overheated.
is
ATTENTION: If the error code (E ..) appears, turn off the main switch,
then turn it on. If the error code disappears, the copier
will function. If the error code appears again, turn off the
main switch and immediately call your service personnel.
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S
Remedy
Cause
Condition
Set proper paper. Paper
size and weight must
comply with the standards
set for this copier.
Paper does not meet
specification.
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Folded, wrinkled, damp,
or curled paper is in the
cassette.
18
17
Load paper correctly.
Misfeeds occur
frequently.
Position the end plate and
the side guides properly.
Paper is positioned
improperly.
Clear paper path
completely of paper and
other material.
A piece of misfed paper
or another foreign object
is in the copier.
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The original has a gray
or colored background.
Adjust the image
density.
28
44
The image density is
too dark.
Copies appear dirty.
The reverse side of an
Clean platen cover
and exposure glass.
The platen cover or
exposure glass is dirty.
The image density is
original image is copied. too dark.
The original has a low
contrast image.
Adjust the image
density.
28
The image density is
too light.
Copies are too light.
Damp or rough grain
paper is used.
Use dry paper without
rough grain.
18
The same copy area is
copies.
The platen cover or
exposure glass is dirty
Clean platen cover
and exposure glass.
44
.
The original is not set
correctly.
Set originals correctly.
24
Copies are blank or
parts of the image are
not copied.
An improper paper size
is selected.
17
57
When there is a paper misfeed, the Check Paper Path
)
indicator or
Load Paper
) indication on the copy counter will light.
When removing misfed paper, do not touch the fusing unit
because it could be very hot.
CAUTION
Do not leave any torn scraps of paper inside the copier.
After removing the misfed paper, make sure that all units are returned
to their original positions and the top unit is closed.
When a paper misfeed occurs, the copier keeps track of the selected
copy modes and how many copies have been completed. It is not
necessary to reset the copy modes or the copy quantity after removing
misfed paper.
Repeat the procedures described in this section until the Check Paper
Path indicator goes out. (The indicators do not function unless the
top unit is closed.)
Do not touch the copy image when removing misfed paper
may stain your hands.
toner
5 8
When
appears on the copy counter:
Pull out the paper cassette and
check if paper remains in the
cassette.
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If the paper cassette has run out of paper,
load paper. See page 18.
Remove the misfed paper com-
pletely.
l
Make sure that there are no scraps of
paper inside the copier.
If paper remains in the paper cassette and there is no misfed paper,
follow the steps below.
1) Make sure that the end plate and side plates are positioned prop-
erly to match the paper size you are using.
2) If
If the
is still displayed, change the paper type.
indication does not go out, call for a service representa-
tive. See the back cover of this manual for the telephone number.
59
When is lit:
Remove the misfed paper com-
pletely.
l
If it is difficult to remove the misfed
paper, gently take it out through the
copy tray area.
Close the top unit by pressing
down firmly on the marked posi-
tion.
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Make sure that the Check Paper Path
indicator is turned off.
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SPECIFICATIONS
61
Desktop
Configuration
Dry electrostatic transfer system
Sheet/Book
Copy Process
Originals
A4, 8
x
14 in.
Maximum Original Size
Copy Paper Size
Bypass Feed Paper Size
Copy Paper Weight
A5 to A4, 5
A6 to A4, 5
x
8
8
to 8
to 8
x
x
14 in.
14 in.
x
Paper tray feed: 60
Bypass feed: 60
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16
16
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24 lb
-
-
48 lb
[Metric version Inch version
Reproduction Ratios
141%
122%
100%
(Type 2 only)
141%
Enlargement
Full size
100%
93%
78%
70%
82%
71%
Reduction
From 70% to 141% in 1% increments
8 copies/minute
Zoom (Type 2 only)
Copying Speed
(A4 lengthwise or 8
x
11 in. lengthwise)
Less than 15 seconds
(at 23°C or 73°F)
Warm-Up Time
Less than 10 seconds
(A4 lengthwise or 8
First Copy Time
Copy Number Input
x
11 in. lengthwise)
+/- key, 1 to 50
(count up or count down)
4 steps including halftone
Manual Image
Density Selection
1 minute standard setting; can also be set to
3 minutes or no auto reset.
Automatic Reset
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Paper cassette:
250 sheets
Paper Capacity
20 lb)
Bypass feed entrance: 1 sheet (
48 lb)
Toner cassette exchange (140g/unit)
Toner Replenishment
Copy Tray Capacity
Power Source
50 sheets
See the inside of the front cover of this
manual
aximum
1,300W
450W
790W
91W
Consumption
Power
Copy cycle condition
Warm-up condition
Standbv condition
Auto-off condition
5W
Less than 55dB
Noise Emission
Sound pressure level
(Measured according to
IS0 7779 at operator
position.)
Standby condition
less than 40dB
Noise Emission
Sound power level
(Measured according to
IS0 7779)
Copy cycle condition less than 62dB
Dimensions
Copier with toner cassette:
Less than 16.5kg, 36.4 lb
Weight
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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In accordance with IS0 Standard 700 1, this machine uses the following symbols
for the main switch:
means POWER ON.
means POWER OFF.
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Declaration of Conformity
“The Product complies with the requirements of the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC
and the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC”.
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SUPPLIES MODEL NAMES
The correct model name of supplies for
our machine as listed below.
oner cassette Type 1215
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Overseas Affiliates
Spain
U.S.A.
RICOH
S.A.
RICOH CORPORATION
Av. Litral Mar, 12-14, 08005 Barcelona
Phone: +34-(0)93-295-7600
5
Place
West Caldwell, New Jersey 07006
Phone: +1-973-882-2000
Italy
RICOH ITALIA SpA
Viale, Della Metallurgia 12,
Zona Basson 37139 Verona
Phone: +39-(0)45-8181500
The Netherlands
RICOH EUROPE B.V.
Groenelaan 3, 1186 AA, Amstelveen
Phone: +31-(0)20-5474111
Hong Kong
United Kingdom
RICOH HONG KONG LTD.
23/F., China Overseas Building, 139,
Hennessy Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
Phone: +852-2862-2888
RICOH UK LTD.
Ricoh House, 1 Plane Tree Crescent,
Feltham, Middlesex, TW1 3 7HG
Phone: +44-(0)181-261-4000
Singapore
Germany
RICOH ASIA PACIFIC PTE. LTD.
260 Orchard Road, #15-01/02
The Heeren, Singapore 238855
Phone: +65-830-5888
RICOH DEUTSCHLAND GmbH
Mergenthaler Allee 38-40, 65760
Eschborn
Phone: +49-(0)6196-9060
France
RICOH FRANCE S.A.
383, Avenue du General de Gaulle-
BP 307-92143 Clamart Cedex
Phone: +33-(0)1-40-94-38-38
RICOH COMPANY, LTD.
15-5,
1
-chome, Minami-Aoyama,
Printed in The Netherlands
Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan
Phone: +81(3)3479-3111
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