Ricoh Printer L4130 Manuel d'utilisateur

This manual contains detailed instructions and notes on the operation and use of this product. For your safety and benefit, read this manu

ixSafety PrecautionsSymbolsSymbols are used in this Operation Manual for safe operation and for prevention of damage to the machine.The indicated sign

4-811Clean the cap rubber and cap rubber cover.• Wipe off the ink sticking to the cap rubber and cap rubbercover with a clean stick dipped in Cleaning

Maintaining the Capping Station4-91114Routine Maintenance3Press the key.• The carriage moves to the maintenance position.• Dry suction operation is

4-101Press the key in LOCAL.2Press to select [CUSTODY WASH].3Press the key.• The carriage moves to the maintenance position.• If the carriage is

Maintaining the Capping Station4-111114Routine Maintenance5Clean the area around the wiper.• Dip the clean stick in the cleaning liquid for maintenanc

Maintaining the Capping Station4-128Press the key.9Fill up the cap with Cleaning Fluid for maintenance．• Suck Cleaning Fluid into a dropper and fill

4-131114Routine MaintenanceCleaning the Head and the Area around It (every day)Because the head employs a very precise mechanism, due care needs to be

Cleaning the Head and the Area around It (every day)4-146Wipe ink sticking to the side of the head off with a clean stick.• To prevent gelled/ solid i

4-151114Routine MaintenanceReplacing method of absorber kitIf ink adheres to the absorber, it is required to replace the absorber. Rough guide for rep

Replacing method of absorber kit4-167Press the key after the cleaning.8Close the right maintenance cover then press the key.• After its initial op

4-171114Routine MaintenanceWhen Nozzle Clogging Cannot Be SolvedWhen nozzle clogging cannot be solved even after the head cleaning ( P.2-22) has been

Safety Precautionsx123456Warning for UseWARNING• The set of power cables provided with this machine is for use with this machine only, and cannot beus

4-185Clean the area around the wiper.• Dip the clean stick in the cleaning liquid for maintenance, and wipe the space below the wiper guide,and the sp

When Nozzle Clogging Cannot Be Solved4-191114Routine Maintenance8Press the key.9Fill up the cap with Cleaning Fluid for maintenance．• Suck Cleaning

4-20Washing nozzle surfaceUsing dedicated washing liquid and a waste cloth, clean the nozzle surface of the head.1Press the key in LOCAL.2Press the

When Nozzle Clogging Cannot Be Solved4-211114Routine Maintenance5Open the left maintenance cover.(1) Turn four screws that fix the maintenance cover t

4-22Alternative nozzles for printing, when nozzles missing can not be improvedNOZZLE RECOVERY: When nozzles missing can not be improved at specific po

When Nozzle Clogging Cannot Be Solved4-231114Routine Maintenance5Register the Nozzle number that needs NOZZLE RECOVERY and then press key.(1) Select

When Nozzle Clogging Cannot Be Solved4-242Select the [CHECK] by pressing key.　3Press the key.• The mode for which nozzle recovery is invalid is di

4-251114Routine MaintenanceAutomatic Maintenance FunctionTo use this machine comfortably, you can set various maintenances to be performed automatical

4-26Setting the Cleaning IntervalsThe cleaning type and the interval between each cleaning operation are set.1Select [AUTO MAINT.] of the maintenance

Automatic Maintenance Function4-271114Routine MaintenanceSetting the Cleaning IntervalsSet the cleaning type and intervals for cleaning of white ink.1

xiCAUTIONHandling of the power cable Power supply• Connect to a socket-outlet with determinatepolarity.• For Inlet 1 and 2, be sure to supply powerfro

4-28Replacing consumablesReplacing the wiperThe wiper is consumable.When the display indicates that it is necessary tocheck and replace the wiper, imm

Replacing consumables4-291114Routine MaintenanceIf a Waste Ink Bottle Confirmation Message AppearsInk used in head cleaning, etc. is stored in the was

4-30Replace the waste ink bottle with another1The message on the right is displayed.2Press the key and check the state of the waste ink bottle3Press

Replacing consumables4-311114Routine Maintenance6Close the waste ink bottle guard.7Press the key.• The ink discharging amount that is controlled by

4-32Replacing the Cutter BladeThe cutter blade is consumable.When the cutter blade gets dull, replace it with a new one that is recommendedby this com

Replacing consumables4-331114Routine Maintenance6Replace the cutter unit by the carriage.(1) Loosen the screw of the cutter unit.(2) Remove the cutter

4-34Replacing the white ink filterTo prevent nozzle missing due to clogging on the filter, replace the white ink filter periodically.For replacing the

Replacing consumables4-351114Routine MaintenanceWhen white ink filter replacing time message is displayedWhen time to replace the white ink filter has

4-36If nozzle missing cannot be solved even if you performed white maintenanceWhen nozzle missing of white ink cannot be improved even if you performe

Replacing consumables4-371114Routine MaintenanceReplacing the white ink filterTurn off the power supply of the printer and replace the white ink filte

Safety Precautionsxii123456CAUTIONNotes on Handling the Machine• Do not use the machine in a confined or poorly ventilated room.• Keep the room well v

4-38Filling the white inkTurn on the power supply of the printer and fill white ink.1Turn ON the power of the printer.• Referring to P.2-3 “Turning th

Replacing consumables4-391114Routine Maintenance9Press the key.• Ink filling starts.• When ink filling has been completed, the air purge selectionsc

4-4016Press the key and perform air purge.• Start pushing ink out. (The screen to wait for air purge completionis displayed.)(1) Ink pushed out flow

Replacing consumables4-411114Routine MaintenanceClearing white ink filter used daysClear the used number of days of the white ink filter to return it

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This chapterdescribes the corrective measures to be taken for a phenomenon suspected to be trou-ble and the procedures to clear the error number displ

5-2TroubleshootingTake appropriate actions as described below before taking the trouble as a failure.If still the problem is not solved after troubles

Troubleshooting5-311115TroubleshootingMedia get jammed / media is soiled• Do not open or remove the cover or screws other than the ones described in t

5-4[HEAT] or [CONSTANT] LED does not light upCheck the basic operation.Image quality is poorThis section describes the corrective actions to be taken

Troubleshooting5-511115TroubleshootingNozzle is cloggedWhen nozzle clogging is not dissolved even after the head cleaning referring to P.2-22, make su

xiiiCAUTIONS and NOTESWarningHandling of ink cartridges Front cover and lever• The safety evaluation of this machine assumes thatthe ink recommended b

5-6When Error 618 to 61b occurError 618 to 61b are errors related to the damper.Execute following procedures when an error about damper occurs, or whe

Troubleshooting5-711115TroubleshootingWhen nozzle missing occurs due to ink mixture or aerationPush out ink and air in the head from the port.Use this

5-87Press the key.• Start pushing ink out.• Flow ink in the jig by 10cm.• Flow ink from all ports of the damper selected in the Step 3.8Terminate ai

Troubleshooting5-911115TroubleshootingRegular maintenance of white inkWhite ink precipitates easier than other inks.• If not printing more than two w

Troubleshooting5-10When media heaves up at feedingWe call the status of heaving media at feeding “cockling”.When media cockling occurs, check the foll

5-1111115TroubleshootingWarning / Error MessagesIf some trouble occurs, the buzzer sounds and the display shows a corresponding error message.Take an

5-12Message Cause SolutionThe ink of the ink cartridge has been nearly used up.Press the key to check the rel-evant Eco-cartridge. Be careful becaus

Warning / Error Messages5-1311115TroubleshootingInk ErrorInk error is displayed also in the local guidance. ( P.3-21)Message Cause SolutionThe IC chip

5-14Error messagesWhen an error message is displayed, eliminate the error according to the chart below.If the same error message appears again, contac

Warning / Error Messages5-1511115TroubleshootingMessage Cause SolutionAn error occurred in the main PCB 3.3VB power supply.Turn off the power to the m

Safety Precautionsxiv123456Cautions on InstallationCAUTIONA place exposed to directsunlightOn an inclined surfaceA place where temperature orhumidity

5-16Message Cause SolutionThe media jam occurs. Remove the media and reset it.The media width has not been detected correctly.Check the media set posi

Warning / Error Messages5-1711115TroubleshootingSYSTEM HALTMessage Cause SolutionThere is a slot in which the Eco-car-tridge has not been inserted mor

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This chaptercontains the lists of the specifications and functions of this machine.Specifications ...

6-2SpecificationsMachine specificationsItemPro L4130 Pro L4160Print headMethod Drop-on-demand piezoelectric print headsSpecification 2 headDrawing mod

Specifications6-3Appendix6Ink specificationsRecomended Environ-mentAvailable temp. 20 °C to 30 °CHumidity 35 to 65% Rh (No condensation)Guaranteed tem

Specifications6-4List of consumables<Used when cleaning the wiper, ink cap, and nozzle surface><Used when cleaning the white ink filter>&l

6-5Appendix6Sheet for inquiryUse this sheet for troubles and abnormal functions of the machine.Fill in the following necessary items, and then fax the

6-6Function FlowchartPRE PRT POST35°C35°C35°CON, OFFMAINT.OR I G I N SE T UP** ORIGIN **OR I G I N SE T UP0.0 ----<LOCAL>WHIDTH:****mmTEST PR I

Function Flowchart6-7Appendix6CUT POS I T I ON0.0 ----** CLEANING **PLEASE WA I T* * TEST FEED * *PLEASE WA I TTEST FEED[ENT]FAN HEATER:READY( 10°C)

Safety PrecautionsxvSafety interlockThis machine is equipped with interlocks to terminate the operation for your safety when the cover opensduring pri

6-8From P.6-6* * * * I NK MMCCYYKKREMAIN 99999999NON I NK I CMMCCYYKKADJUSTFEED COMP .[ENT]FEED COMP .PR I NT [ ENT ]DROP . POS c o r r e c t[ENT]DROP

Function Flowchart6-9Appendix6MED I A WI DTH= 1000mmWA R N I NG!Rep l ace Wi per [MNT]SER I AL No .:********V1 . 00MRL-III V1.80NOZ Z L E RECOVERY : *

6-10FUNCT I ONSETUP [ ENT ]<LOCAL>WHIDTH:****mmSETUPFUNCT I ONMA I NT ENANCE [ ENT ]MAINTENANCEFUNCT I ONMACH I NE SE T UP [ ENT ]MACHINE SETFUN

Function Flowchart6-11Appendix6I nk REPL .Repo r tPR I NT START [ ENT ]To P.6-12To P.6-16To P.6-20WI P I NG=0V1 . 00MRL-III V1.80WA S T E I N K B O T

6-12SETUPAUTO CUT [ ENT ]AUTO CUT:HOSTHOST / ON / OFFSETUPDRY I NG T I ME [ ENT ]SCAN=HOSTSETUPHEATER [ ENT ]SETUPI NK LAYERS [ ENT ]PRE=OFFINK LAYERS

Function Flowchart6-13Appendix6FEED COMP . .=0-9999 to 9999Print endPATTERN1=0.0-40.0 to 40.0Print endPATTERN2=0.0-40.0 to 40.0POST=OFFOFF / 20 to 70°

6-14From P.6-12HOST / 10 to 200%SETUPFEED SPEED [ ENT ]FEED SPEED=HOSTOFF / 1 to 1000pageSETUPAUTO CLEAN I NG [ ENT ]INTERVAL= 1pageSETUPINTERVAL WIPI

Function Flowchart6-15Appendix6 Displayed when “MANUAL” is set.TYPE1=90sec90 to 600 secTYPE2=10min10 to 90 min

6-16NOZZ LE RECOVERY:RESETSELECT RESET NOZZLE:H1-ASTAT I ONCARR I AGE OUT [ ENT ]MA I NT ENANCESTAT I ON [ ENT ]MAINTENANCESTAT I ONNOZ Z L E WASH [ E

Function Flowchart6-17Appendix6Displayed on CLEANINGTo Local after initializingCARR I AGE OUTCOMP L ET ED [ ENT ]LEAV I NG T IME=1minDisplayed on CLEA

xvi123456Warning labelsWarning labels are stuck on the machine. Be sure to fully understand the warning given on the labels.When the front cover is op

6-18Lv.1, Lv.2, Lv.3AUTO MA I NT .CLEAN I NG(Wh i t e ) [ ENT ]CLEAN I NG:LEVEL1From P.6-16AUTO MA I NT .REFRESH [ ENT ]MA I NT ENANCEAUTO MA I NT . [

Function Flowchart6-19Appendix6TYPE:NORMALNORMAL / SOFT / HARD** FILL UP **PLEASE WA I T** CLEANING **PLEASE WA I TPREPAR I NGPLEASE WA I TAIR PGMOVE

6-20ON / OFFMACHINE SETMACH I NE SE TUPTIME [ENT]TIME2011 . 10 . 05 21 : 36 : 00MACH I NE SE TUPMED I A REMA I N [ ENT ]MED I A REMA I N:OFFnone/ 10 t

Function Flowchart6-21Appendix6

M153-7511AUENUSENGBEN

Warning labelsxviiNo.1Always follow the procedure described in this manual when loading and replacing paper, removing jammed paper, cleaning the media

This chapterdescribes the items required to understand before use, such as the name of each part ofthe machine or the installation procedures.Moving T

iInformation ...vIntroduction ...

1-2Moving This MachineWhere to Install This MachineSecure a suitable installation space before assembling this machine.The place of installation must

1-31Before Use3456Names of Parts and FunctionsFront Side of the MachineFront coverOpen the cover in setting of medias, taking of measures against jamm

1-4Rear Side and Right Side of the MachinePre-heaterPreheats the media before printing. (Located inside the Media Transfer Surface)AC inletConnect the

Names of Parts and Functions1-51Before Use3456Operation PanelUse the operation panel to make settings for printing or operate this machine.Signs on th

1-6HeaterPre-heater/Print heater/Post-heater are equipped on the Media Transfer Surface.The Pre-heater is used for pre-heating of the media prior to p

Names of Parts and Functions1-71Before Use3456CarriageThe carriage is provided with the heads for printing, the cutter unitfor cutting off the sheet o

1-8Connector of Temperature sensor/ Drying heater/ Take-up deviceConnector of Temperature sensor/ Drying heater/ Take-up deviceIf an error related to

Names of Parts and Functions1-91Before Use3456Pinch rollers and Feed rollersThis machine retains the media with the pinch rollers and feed rollers. Du

1-10Connecting CablesConnecting USB2.0 Interface CableConnect the PC and this machine with the USB2.0interface cable.Notes on USB 2.0 Interfacez When

Connecting Cables1-111Before Use3456z Removing USB memoryIf a USB memory module is inserted in the personal computer to which a Pro L4160/L4130 machin

iiChapter 2Basic OperationsWorkflow ... 2-2Turning the Power ON/OFF ...

1-12Inserting ink cartridgeInsert an ink cartridges.How to assemble ink cartridgeBefore setting the ink cartridge, it is required to set the ink pack

Inserting ink cartridge1-131Before Use3456(2) Peel the seal of double coated tape.3Firmly fix the ink pack on the eco case with double coated tape so

1-14About the ink that can be used with this machineThe following three types of ink sets can be used with this machine: 4 color, 6 color, and 6 color

Inserting ink cartridge1-151Before Use34562Insert the ink cartridge.• Insert the ink cartridge lengthwise with the surface havingIC chips pointing to

1-16Changing an ink cartridgePerform as follows when [INK END] or [INK NEAR END] is displayed on the display.z When [INK END] is displayed(1) Pull ou

Inserting ink cartridge1-171Before Use3456Caution in handling of ink cartridges• If you get ink in your eyes, immediately wash your eyes with a lot of

1-18MediaUsable media sizes and notes for handling are described.Usable sizes of mediaCaution in handling of mediasPay attention to the followings for

1-191Before Use3456About antistatic sheetPro L4130: three antistatic sheets, Pro L4160: four antistatic sheets are attached in this machine.The electr

About antistatic sheet1-20If you removed the antistatic sheet, attach the sheet holder on the Media Transfer Surface (Pro L4130: threepositions / Pro

This chapterdescribes procedures and setting methods for ink and media preparation, and printing.Workflow ...

iiiSetting nozzle face cleaning time ...3-8Other Settings ...

2-2Workflow1Turning the Power ON/OFF23Setting a Media4Preparing for the Heaters5Test PrintingSet the media feedingReferring to “Turning the Power ON/O

2-312Basic Operations456Turning the Power ON/OFFTurning the Power ONThis machine is provided with the following two power switches:Main power switch:T

2-4Turning the Power ON/OFFTurning the Power OFFWhen having ended the operation of the machine, turn the power OFF by pressing the power switch locate

2-512Basic Operations456Setting a MediaThis machine can be used with a roll media and leaf media.For usable medias, refer to P.1-18 “Usable sizes of m

2-64Fix the carriage.• Fastening the screw in front, you can fix the carriage.• Fasten the screw securely.5Return the carriage to the station position

2-712Basic Operations456Setting a MediaNote for media settingWhen setting media, read the following notes carefully.• Take care not to drop the media

2-8Setting a roll media1Move the roll holder located in the back ofthe device to the direction of the middle ofthe device.• Loosen the roll holder fix

2-912Basic Operations456Setting a Media4Tighten the roll holder fixing screw.• Check the Step 2 to 3 again.5Set the left end of the core of the roll m

2-1010Pull out the roll media out.(1) Open the front cover.(2) Raise the clamp lever from the back of this machine.(3) Pull out the roll media gently

2-1112Basic Operations456Setting a Media13Hold the media with the media guide gently.• If the printing result indicates that drying is not enough, use

ivChapter 5TroubleshootingTroubleshooting ... 5-2Power does not turn on ...

2-1216Fix the media on the take-up device. ( P.2-13)(1) Feed the media up to the core of the roll media of thetake-up device by pressing the key.• C

2-1312Basic Operations456Setting a MediaTake-up deviceWith the switch of the take-up device, select the take-up direction ofthe media or others.Lever

2-14Setting leaf mediaUnlike roll media, leaf media does not need to be retained with the roll holders.1Open the front cover.2Raise the clamp lever.3I

2-1512Basic Operations456Setting a Media6Hold the media with the media guide gently.• If the printing result indicates that drying is not enough, uset

2-16Setting a MediaChanging the printing originThe position of the printing origin can be changed.Moving the LED pointer to the changing position and

2-1712Basic Operations456Preparing for the HeatersChanging the Temperature Settings for the HeatersSet the heater temperature.Depending on the media a

2-18Preparing for the HeatersChecking the Heater Temperature1Press the key.• The current heater temperature is displayed.2Press the key at the end

2-1912Basic Operations456Test FeedingSince heater is used at high temperature, cockles may occur in some of your media. (P.5-10)Perform this function

2-20Test PrintingPrint a test pattern to check that there are no discharging defects such as nozzle clogging (slight touching of inkor nozzle missing)

2-2112Basic Operations456Test PrintingTest PrintingPrint a test pattern to check that there are no discharging defects such as nozzle clogging (slight

vInformationIntroductionRead this manual carefully before you use this machine and keep it handy for future reference. For safe andcorrect use, be sur

2-22Head CleaningAbout head cleaningCheck the printed test pattern result and perform cleaning depending on the status.Select one from the three types

2-2312Basic Operations456Set the media feedingCorrect the feeding rate of media.If the correction value is not appropriate, stripes may appear on the

2-24Set the media feeding6Press the key.• Print a correction pattern again and check it.• When media correction is needed, perform the operation in

2-2512Basic Operations456Correct the ink drop position for bidirectional printingWhen the condition for printing (media thickness/head height/etc.) ha

2-26Correct the ink drop position for bidirectional printing8Press the key.• Next test pattern is printed.• Repeat step6 and step7.9Press the key

2-2712Basic Operations456Printing DataChecking the Status of Ink CartridgesCheck the status of the ink cartridges before you start printing. If the am

2-28Starting a Printing Operation1Setting a Media ( P.2-5)2Checking the Heater Temperature• Check the CONSTANT lamp lights in [PRE], [PRINT], and[POST

2-2912Basic Operations456Printing DataStopping a printing operation halfwayPerform the following operation when stopping a printing operation halfway.

2-30Cutting a mediaFor a roll media, two ways are available to cut the media after printing is completed, as follows.1Press the key.2Press the key

2-3112Basic Operations456Printing DataWhen a waste ink bottle confirmation message appears while printing• Printing is canceled, and the current mode

vi123456CAUTIONDISCLAIMER OF WARRANTYContents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice.To the maximum extent permitted by applicable

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This chapterdescribes the operation procedures for using the machine more conveniently and eachsetting procedure.List of Functions ...

3-2List of FunctionsThis section describes the overview of each function to be set and set values that can be registered in usertypes.• About default

3-3113Convenient use56Setting Logical SeekThe motion of Head varies depending on the set of Logical-seek.1Press the key in LOCAL.2Press the key.3P

3-4Setting Drying TimeIn the drying time setting, the following items for ink drying time are set.• SCAN : Ink drying time for each scanning is set. (

3-5113Convenient use56Setting MarginsSet a non-printing area along the right and left edges of the media.The offset value against the standard margin

3-6Perform setting to reduce stripes between passesIn case that feeding stripes cannot be resolved even though media correction (P.2-23) is performed,

3-7113Convenient use56Setting Auto CleaningYou can set items so that the head cleaning is automatically performed when printing has been completed for

3-8Setting nozzle face cleaning timeWhen the set time has passed, nozzle face of the head is cleaned automatically to remove ink droplets on thenozzle

3-9113Convenient use56Other SettingsChange the settings according to the types of use.1Press the key in LOCAL.2Press the key.3Press to select an

viiFor Users in IndiaThis product complies with the "India E-waste Rule 2011" and prohibits use of lead, mercury, hexavalentchromium, polybr

3-10Machine SettingsCommon settings are functions for using this machine easily.The following items can be set in Machine settings.Item Set value Def

3-11113Convenient use56Machine SettingsSetting a AUTO Power-offWhen no operation has been performed for the set time, the power supply is automaticall

3-12Setting the Display of Media ResidualWhether the screen displays the remaining amount of a media is set.1Press the key in LOCAL.2Press to sele

3-13113Convenient use56Machine SettingsPrinting the Remaining Amount of a MediaThe present remaining amount of a media can be printed.1In LOCAL, Press

3-14Setting TimeYou can set time of your country (time difference).1Press the key in LOCAL.2Press to select [MACHINE SETUP].3Press the key.4Pres

3-15113Convenient use56Machine SettingsSetting UnitsUnits used by this machine are set.1Press the key in LOCAL.2Press to select [MACHINE SETUP].3P

3-16Setting a KEY BUZZERYou can turn off the buzzer sound when pressing the key.1Press the key in LOCAL.2Press to select [MACHINE SETUP].3Press th

3-17113Convenient use56Machine SettingsSetting a LANGUAGEYou can change the displayed language.1Press the key in LOCAL.2Press to select [MACHINE S

3-18Initializing the SettingsYou can return the setting of “SETUP”, “MAINTENANCE” and “MACHINE SETUP” to the status beforeshipment.1Press the key in

3-19113Convenient use56Confirming Machine InformationThe information of this machine can be confirmed.The following items can be confirmed as machine

CAUTIONviii123456DECLARATION OF CONFORMITYWe, RICOH CO., Ltd. at address 3-6, Naka-magome 1-Chome, Ohta-Ku, Tokyo 143-8555, Japan declareunder our sol

3-205Press the key.• The wiping Information is displayed.• Every time when you press the key, the next machine information is displayed sequential

3-21113Convenient use56Confirming Machine InformationCheck such as the machine version information1Press the key in LOCAL.2Press to select [INFORM

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This chapterdescribes the items required to use this machine more comfortably, which are themethods for the daily care, the maintenance of the ink uni

4-2MaintenanceMaintain the machine regularly or as necessary so that its accuracy will be maintained and it can continue to beused for a long time.Pre

Maintenance4-31114Routine MaintenanceCleaning the Exterior SurfacesWhen the exterior surfaces of the machine are stained,dampen a soft cloth with wate

Maintenance4-4Cleaning the Media SensorThe media sensors are located on the Media Transfer Surface in the backside and the bottom surface of thehead.

4-51114Routine MaintenanceMaintaining the Capping StationMaintain the ink cap, wiper, etc. located in the capping station. (SATION MAINT.)The ink cap

4-64Press the key.• The carriage moves to the maintenance position.• If the carriage is not covered by the ink cap for a long periodof time, the noz

Maintaining the Capping Station4-71114Routine Maintenance8Clean the wiper slider.• Wipe off the ink sticking of the figure with a clean stick dippedin