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Riso EZ Series User Manual

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    1 riso shall not be responsible for any damage or expense that might result from the use of this manual. As we are constantly improving our products, the machine may differ in some respects from the illustrations used in this manual. Riso shall not be liable for any direct, incidental, or consequent...

  • Page 2: Contents

    2 contents welcome to the riso ez series model .............................................................................. 5 getting acquainted 6 function and name of each part ........................................................................................ 6 control panels..................

  • Page 3

    Contents 3 setting up for scanning originals 34 selecting the image processing mode [line, photo, duo] ................................................ 34 scanning originals written with pencils [pencil] ............................................................... 35 processing photos with dot sc...

  • Page 4

    Contents 4 replacing and disposing consumables 88 replacing the ink cartridge ............................................................................................... 88 replacing the master roll ....................................................................................................

  • Page 5

    Welcome to the riso ez series model 5 welcome to the riso ez series model thank you for purchasing this printing machine that produces clear prints with easy key operations. Besides many useful functions as a printer, the machine provides you with various conveniences such as progressive arrow indi-...

  • Page 6: Getting Acquainted

    Function and name of each part 6 getting acquainted function and name of each part reg-ll_en.Book page 6 wednesday, september 14, 2011 12:03 pm.

  • Page 7

    Getting acquainted function and name of each part 7 1) platen cover opened and closed when placing the original. 2) sub control panel ()p.10) 3) glass platen ()p.99) place an original face down. 4) main control panel ()p.8) 5) master disposal box ()p.93) holds discarded masters. 6) paper feed pressu...

  • Page 8: Control Panels

    Getting acquainted control panels 8 control panels main control panel 1) check & error display ()p.102) indicates error locations and status. 2) indicator 3) print quantity display (error number display) shows the number of printed copies, numeric val- ues entered for various settings, and error num...

  • Page 9

    Getting acquainted control panels 9 16) + key use when setting up for programed printing or when changing the initial settings. 17) × key use when setting up for programed printing. 18) start key starts master-making or printing process or exe- cutes specified operations. The key is lighted only whe...

  • Page 10

    Getting acquainted control panels 10 sub control panel 1) free reproduction size display (for ez3xx only) ()p.38) shows the enlargement/reduction ratio specified using the zoom function. 2) reproduction size selection key ()p.37) when selecting from among the standard repro- duction sizes, press / t...

  • Page 11

    Getting acquainted control panels 11 12) interface key/indicator ()p.32) when connected with a computer (optional kit needed), switches between line connection and disconnection. When the line is in connection, the indicator above the key lights. 13) custom key/indicator ()p.66) use when changing th...

  • Page 12: Before Starting to Use

    Safety guide - installation 12 before starting to use safety guide - installation this section describes the precautions to be observed when installing the machine. Read this section before install- ing the machine. Note: • your dealer (or authorized service representative) will help you to determin...

  • Page 13

    Before starting to use safety guide - installation 13 power connection a warning: • do not overload the electrical outlet or extension cord, nor damage the power cord by placing heavy objects on it or pulling or bending it. This can result in fire or electric shock. • do not pull the power cord but ...

  • Page 14

    Before starting to use connection with a computer (option) 14 connection with a computer (option) with an optional interface board (riso pc interface card usb2.0) installed, you can directly send data from a con- nected computer to the machine as an original for printing. Because digital data itself...

  • Page 15

    Before starting to use connection with a computer (option) 15 software installation before printing from a computer connected to the machine via a usb cable, the riso printer driver must be installed. Before printing from a computer connected to the machine via a network, both the riso printer drive...

  • Page 16: Paper Recommendations

    Before starting to use paper recommendations 16 paper recommendations size and weight restrictions the table shows the specifications of the usable print paper. Important!: • even when using paper whose sizes and weight are supported by the machine, it may not pass through the machine depending on s...

  • Page 17

    Before starting to use paper recommendations 17 tips for better paper feeding to prevent paper jams and misfeeds, follow the directions below: • when using standard or light-weight paper, set the paper feed pressure adjustment lever to “normal” ( ). Then set the paper jumping wing adjustment dial (f...

  • Page 18: Originals

    Before starting to use originals 18 originals size and weight restrictions usable originals are as follows. • originals are scanned according to the size of paper placed on the paper feed tray when masters are made; for the same width, the positions of the feed tray paper guides. When the placed pap...

  • Page 19

    Before starting to use originals 19 maximum printing areas and margins the maximum printing areas are as follows. Important!: • no matter which size of originals is printed, the margins indicated on the figure are required for the originals. Reduce the original if necessary to fit it inside of the m...

  • Page 20: Preparing to Print

    Before starting to use preparing to print 20 preparing to print setting up the paper feed tray 1 open the paper feed tray. 2 load paper. Place paper in the printing orientation, and slide the feed tray paper guides to fit to the sides of the paper. Then turn the right and left feed tray paper guide ...

  • Page 21

    Before starting to use preparing to print 21 adding or replacing paper when you add paper or replace with paper of a different size at the time of printing, press the feed tray ascent/ descent button to lower the paper feed tray. • the paper feed tray is lowered while you press and hold the button, ...

  • Page 22

    Before starting to use preparing to print 22 setting up the paper receiving tray 1 open the paper receiving tray. Pull the paper receiving tray down until it comes to a rest. 2 position the receiving tray paper guides. 1) raise the receiving tray paper guides. 2) hold their lower part and slide them...

  • Page 23

    Before starting to use preparing to print 23 z for plain paper with images lopsided on page press to open the two paper arrangers on the more heavily printed side. Z for thick paper press to open the two paper arrangers (right and left) closer to the machine. 5 adjust the paper jumping wing. (for ez...

  • Page 24

    Before starting to use preparing to print 24 6 set the corrugators. (for ez2xx only) lower the corrugators to the inside of the paper guides. Note: • usually the corrugators should be lowered. When using thick paper, you do not need to lower the corrugators. Z closing the paper receiving tray (for e...

  • Page 25

    Before starting to use preparing to print 25 z closing the paper receiving tray (for ez2xx only) when closing the paper receiving tray, first slide the paper stopper to the edge of the tray and fold it inward. Then raise the corrugators, widen the receiving tray paper guides, and fold the guides inw...

  • Page 26: Basic Operations

    Safety guide - handling and operation 26 basic operations safety guide - handling and operation this section describes the precautions to be observed when handling the machine. Read this section before operat- ing the machine. Operation environment important!: • operate the machine under the followi...

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    Basic operations safety guide - handling and operation 27 • the machine has precision parts and driving parts inside. Do not handle the machine in other ways than described in this guide. • do not apply any shock to the machine. • do not stand the print drum (cylinder) vertically. Doing so may pollu...

  • Page 28: Basic Process

    Basic operations basic process 28 basic process the machine presents two basic operational processes; master-making process and printing process. Z process for printing from a paper document or book a placed original is scanned by the scanner, and a generated master is rolled around the print drum (...

  • Page 29: Basic Operations

    Basic operations basic operations 29 basic operations printing from a paper document or book 1 turn the power on. The power switch is located on the lower right side of the machine. : power on : power off important!: • when the machine is in the energy saving mode, the key is lighted. Press the key ...

  • Page 30

    Basic operations basic operations 30 z when placing in the adf unit (option) use the adf unit if you are printing multiple originals in succession. Place originals face down and then adjust the adf original guides to the width of the originals. Insert the originals as far into the adf unit as possib...

  • Page 31

    Basic operations basic operations 31 8 press the key. After printing has been finished, return the set- tings to the initial settings. 9 remove the printed paper. Pull and open the receiving tray paper guides, and then remove the paper. Note: • for ez2xx, lift the corrugators and pull the guides ope...

  • Page 32

    Basic operations basic operations 32 printing with data generated by a computer (optional kit required) 1 set the power switch to (on) to turn the power on. The power switch is located on the lower right side of the machine. : power on : power off important!: • when the machine is in the energy savi...

  • Page 33

    Basic operations basic operations 33 4 send document data from the com- puter. While the machine is receiving data, the indi- cator blinks. When data-reception is complete, printing starts automatically at the printer driver settings. Important!: • you cannot make various settings including image pr...

  • Page 34: Setting Up For

    Selecting the image processing mode [line, photo, duo] 34 setting up for scanning originals selecting the image processing mode [line, photo, duo] in order to make a quality master, select an appropriate mode depending on whether originals contain only text, photo or both of them. Press the key to s...

  • Page 35: [Pencil]

    Setting up for scanning originals scanning originals written with pencils [pencil] 35 scanning originals written with pencils [pencil] this function allows clearer printing from such originals containing faint contents as those written with pencils. Press the key to turn on its indicator. Important!...

  • Page 36: [Dot Process]

    Setting up for scanning originals processing photos with dot screening [dot process] (for ez3xx only) 36 processing photos with dot screening [dot process] (for ez3xx only) this function processes photo originals with dot screening, resulting in clearer printing. You can select the dot screening pat...

  • Page 37: [Enlargement/reduction]

    Setting up for scanning originals enlarging and reducing originals [enlargement/reduction] 37 enlarging and reducing originals [enlargement/reduction] you can enlarge or reduce originals when printing. Specify the enlargement/reduction ratio by selecting the standard ratios; or specify it in increme...

  • Page 38: [Zoom] (For Ez3Xx Only)

    Setting up for scanning originals enlarging and reducing originals [enlargement/reduction] 38 enlarging and reducing with the zoom function [zoom] (for ez3xx only) specify the enlargement/reduction ratio between 50% and 200% in increments of 1%. 1 press the key to select the zoom mode. The current e...

  • Page 39: Or Dark Contents

    Setting up for scanning originals scanning originals having faint or dark contents [scanning level adjustment] 39 scanning originals having faint or dark contents [scanning level adjustment] you can adjust the scanning level according to the density of text and images on originals. With “auto” selec...

  • Page 40: Reproducing Bound Documents

    Setting up for scanning originals reproducing bound documents [book shadow edit] 40 reproducing bound documents [book shadow edit] this function erases the binding “spine” shadow when printing from such bound originals with facing pages as mag- azines and books. Important!: • the initial settings ha...

  • Page 41: [2-Up Printing]

    Setting up for scanning originals printing originals side-by-side [2-up printing] 41 printing originals side-by-side [2-up printing] the same or different originals can be printed side by side. This is called 2-up printing. 2-up printing allows you to place a single original or two different origina...

  • Page 42

    Setting up for scanning originals printing originals side-by-side [2-up printing] 42 note: • when using the adf unit (option) for two-original printing, you can place two piled originals in the adf unit. The two originals are continuously scanned for 2-up printing. Restrictions on 2-up printing 2-up...

  • Page 43

    Setting up for scanning originals printing originals side-by-side [2-up printing] 43 paper orientation before printing, check the orientations of the original and print paper. Z orientation of originals always place originals in the orientation below. Z orientation of print paper always place print ...

  • Page 44

    Setting up for scanning originals printing originals side-by-side [2-up printing] 44 operational procedure 1 place an original. Z when placing on the glass platen place the original face down in the vertical ori- entation. Position it using the mark on the left- hand side of the glass. Z when placin...

  • Page 45

    Setting up for scanning originals printing originals side-by-side [2-up printing] 45 4 start the master-making process. Z when placing originals on the glass platen z single-original printing press the key to start the first scan. After the scan an interval time alarm sounds. Before the alarm stops,...

  • Page 46: Automatic Printing

    Setting up for scanning originals automatic printing [auto-process] 46 automatic printing [auto-process] with “auto-process” selected, enter the number of copies to be printed, and then press the key. The master-mak- ing and printing processes are automatically executed in a sequence. Press the key ...

  • Page 47: Saving Ink [Ink Saving]

    Setting up for scanning originals saving ink [ink saving] 47 saving ink [ink saving] setting the ink saving mode before making masters will allow the machine to save ink when printing. Because of ink consumption save processing, the print density will be lower than usual. Press the key to turn on it...

  • Page 48: Setting Up For Printing

    Producing proof copies [proof] 48 setting up for printing producing proof copies [proof] after adjusting the print position and density, you can produce proof copies to check the print quality. Press the key. Proof copy does not affect the number shown on the print quantity display. Note: • by holdi...

  • Page 49: Adjusting The Print Density

    Setting up for printing adjusting the print density [print density adjustment] (for ez3xx only) 49 adjusting the print density [print density adjustment] (for ez3xx only) you can select the print density from five levels. Press the / keys under to adjust the print density. Each time you press the ke...

  • Page 50: Adjusting The Print Position

    Setting up for printing adjusting the print position [print position adjustment] 50 adjusting the print position [print position adjustment] use the vertical print position adjustment keys to adjust the print position in the vertical direction; and use the hor- izontal print position adjustment dial...

  • Page 51: Changing The Print Speed

    Setting up for printing changing the print speed [print speed adjustment] 51 changing the print speed [print speed adjustment] you can select the print speed from five levels; 60 copies per minute to 130 pages per minute. Press the / keys under to select the print speed. Each time you press the key,...

  • Page 52: Advanced Features

    Automatic sorting into groups [program] 52 advanced features automatic sorting into groups [program] “program” features printing into multiple groups of sets from a single original document (program a) and reproducing a pre-assigned number of sheets from multiple original documents (program b). Impo...

  • Page 53

    Advanced features automatic sorting into groups [program] 53 z program b (multi-page mode) from a single original, up to 9999 copies can be made. Each original can reproduce a pre-assigned number of sheets (up to 20 originals). Z how to program print there are two ways to print in sets using “progra...

  • Page 54

    Advanced features automatic sorting into groups [program] 54 setting up for programed printing z from a single original document, print into multiple groups of sets (program a) 1 press the [p] key to turn on its indi- cator. [p-a] appears on the print quantity display. Note: • mode switches between ...

  • Page 55

    Advanced features automatic sorting into groups [program] 55 5 enter the number of set using the print quantity keys. To set the next group, go to step 6. To finish the setting and start printing, go to step 7. Note: • if you enter an incorrect number, press the [c] key to clear the number, and then...

  • Page 56

    Advanced features automatic sorting into groups [program] 56 9 press the key. A proof copy is printed. Check the print result; and if necessary adjust the print position and other items. 10 press the key again. Printing is started with the last programed group. Important!: • when printing is finishe...

  • Page 57

    Advanced features automatic sorting into groups [program] 57 z from multiple original documents, reproduce a pre-assigned number of sheets (program b) 1 press the [p] key twice to turn on its indicator. [p-b] is shown on the print quantity display. Note: • mode switches between [program a], [pro- gr...

  • Page 58

    Advanced features automatic sorting into groups [program] 58 6 place an original. Z when placing on the glass platen. Place an original on the glass platen face down and align its center with the mark on the left-hand side of the glass. Important!: • place an original from the last page. (ex. When p...

  • Page 59

    Advanced features automatic sorting into groups [program] 59 saving programs store frequently-used program settings for later retrieval and printing. A total of 6 settings (program a (single page) or program b (multi-page mode)) can be stored. 1 set the program. Enter the number of copies according ...

  • Page 60

    Advanced features automatic sorting into groups [program] 60 retrieving a program stored programs can be retrieved for printing. 1 press the [p] key to turn on its indi- cator. Note: • to cancel program mode, press the [p] key twice. 2 press the [ ] key. 3 enter the program number using the print qu...

  • Page 61

    Advanced features automatic sorting into groups [program] 61 making changes to stored programs the settings of the stored programs can be changed. 1 retrieve a program to modify. Follow steps 1 and 3 in “retrieving a program” ()p.60) 2 press the [ ] key. Displays the stored number of copies or sets....

  • Page 62

    Advanced features automatic sorting into groups [program] 62 clearing programs 1 press the [p] key to turn on its indi- cator. Note: • to cancel program mode, press the [p] key twice. 2 press the [ ] key. 3 enter the program number to clear using the print quantity keys. Note: • you cannot enter an ...

  • Page 63

    Advanced features automatic sorting into groups [program] 63 5 press the key. Selected program settings are cleared. Note: • press the [p] key to cancel program mode. Reg-ll_en.Book page 63 wednesday, september 14, 2011 12:03 pm.

  • Page 64: Idling Action [Idling]

    Advanced features idling action [idling] 64 idling action [idling] idling action prevents the machine from printing the first several copies with faint ink after the print drum (cylinder) has been exchanged or the machine has not been used for an extended period of time. Idling action before the mas...

  • Page 65: [Confidential Mode]

    Advanced features protecting confidential documents [confidential mode] 65 protecting confidential documents [confidential mode] after printing is complete, the master remains on the print drum (cylinder) and is ready for printing another set of copies. To protect confidential documents from unautho...

  • Page 66: [Custom Setting Mode]

    Advanced features customizing the initial settings [custom setting mode] 66 customizing the initial settings [custom setting mode] you can change the initial settings that are restored when the power is turned on or when the key is pressed. Changed settings are effective until they are changed again...

  • Page 67

    Advanced features customizing the initial settings [custom setting mode] 67 08 auto idling time none 6 hours 12 hours 09 2-up printing interval time none 15 seconds 30 seconds 10 energy saving mode when the machine is not used for a certain period of time, it is automatically turned off or placed in...

  • Page 68

    Advanced features customizing the initial settings [custom setting mode] 68 14 minimum print quantity specify the minimum number of copies to be printed from one master. If a number lower than the specified minimum number is entered, the master-making process is not executed. You can lock and preven...

  • Page 69

    Advanced features customizing the initial settings [custom setting mode] 69 21 2-up printing restoration setting* 1 set the automatic restoration setting for 2-up printing. Select “on” when you want to restore the 2-up printing after 2-up printing is finished. Off on 22 separation fan* 1 adjust if u...

  • Page 70

    Advanced features customizing the initial settings [custom setting mode] 70 50 quantity display the number of copies for a4-sized (letter-sized) and smaller paper is displayed. This number is displayed by two switching screens; a 3-digit number preceded by an under bar and a 4-digit number. Example:...

  • Page 71

    Advanced features customizing the initial settings [custom setting mode] 71 70 base ip address setting (for ez3xx only) set an ip address for the machine. ) p.75 80 create user up to 100 users (administrator included) can be registered to use the machine by performing the pin code- input. ) p.78 adm...

  • Page 72

    Advanced features customizing the initial settings [custom setting mode] 72 90 id counter report output* 2 prints out a listing of machine usage details for every user. ) p.86 91 id counter report output setting* 2 specifies the method of outputting the count process. Note: • to output from e-mail, ...

  • Page 73

    Advanced features customizing the initial settings [custom setting mode] 73 operation procedure this section explains how to set items in the custom setting mode. 1 press the key to turn on its indi- cator. Important!: • if the riso network card (option) is installed, you will not be able to enter t...

  • Page 74

    Advanced features customizing the initial settings [custom setting mode] 74 5 press the key to complete the set- tings. The changed contents are programed and the normal mode is restored. Reg-ll_en.Book page 74 wednesday, september 14, 2011 12:03 pm.

  • Page 75

    Advanced features customizing the initial settings [custom setting mode] 75 ip address setting when connecting a computer, you need to set ip addresses on the machine. Make sure they are connected to the network before attempting to set an ip address. If they have not been connected to a network wit...

  • Page 76

    Advanced features customizing the initial settings [custom setting mode] 76 6 repeat steps 3 and 4 to enter an ip address up to the fourth field. 7 press the key. The ip address setting is completed. Reg-ll_en.Book page 76 wednesday, september 14, 2011 12:03 pm.

  • Page 77: Setting Up User Management

    Advanced features setting up user management 77 setting up user management this machine is equipped with a user management function to ensure security and enhance user management. The user management functions allows you to set machine access for users individually (create user) and print a report o...

  • Page 78

    Advanced features setting up user management 78 registering administrator/users [create user] in order to set the user management function, the administrator must be registered in advance. Up to 100 users can be registered (administrator included). A pin code and group number are set for each user n...

  • Page 79

    Advanced features setting up user management 79 6 enter the pin code. Enter the pin code (up to four numeric digits except 0) using the print quantity keys. 7 press the [ ] key. Note: • if the pin code is already registered, the alarm sounds and an error no. (f-38) is displayed. Press the key to rel...

  • Page 80

    Advanced features setting up user management 80 setting up the management on/off the administrator must be registered in advance from “create user”. ()p.78) 1 press the key and enter the item number “81”. 2 press the [ ] key. The “management on/off” mode is activated. 3 enter a parameter number usin...

  • Page 81

    Advanced features setting up user management 81 suspend a user you can enable or disable any user from using the machine. A disabled user is not allowed to use the machine. Important!: • the administrator must be registered in advance from “create user”. ()p.78) 1 press the key and enter the item nu...

  • Page 82

    Advanced features setting up user management 82 setting the upper limit of the user’s usage set the total count limit or master count limit. Limits up to 9,999 can be set. Important!: • the administrator must be registered in advance from “create user”. ()p.78) 1 press the key and enter the item num...

  • Page 83

    Advanced features setting up user management 83 clearing the tc or mc for each user you can clear the current tc or mc for each user. You can also clear the counts of either tc or mc for all users in a single procedure. Important!: • after the counter is cleared, it cannot be recovered. • the admini...

  • Page 84

    Advanced features setting up user management 84 reset all user counters you can clear the count of both copy and master for all users in a single procedure. Important!: • after the counter is cleared, it cannot be recovered. • the administrator must be registered in advance in the “create user”. ()p...

  • Page 85

    Advanced features setting up user management 85 setting the id counter report reminder if the counting result is output regularly on a specific day of the month, set that day as the reminder date. The “idcc” is displayed and the alarm sounds on the set date each month. Important!: • the administrato...

  • Page 86

    Advanced features setting up user management 86 output the id counter report the listing of the use of the machine by all users is printed. Important!: • the administrator must be registered in advance in the “create user”. ()p.78) • make sure that a4(letter) paper has been placed in the paper feed ...

  • Page 87

    Advanced features setting up user management 87 clearing all user management function settings the settings for all users including administrator is cleared. The cleared items are as follows: • create user • management on/off • suspend a user • total count limit (per user) • master count limit (per ...

  • Page 88: Replacing and Disposing

    Replacing the ink cartridge 88 replacing and disposing consumables replacing the ink cartridge when the ink cartridge becomes empty, the ink replacement indicator lights. Replace with a new ink cartridge. Important!: • for the ink cartridge, it is recommended to use the products specified by riso. •...

  • Page 89

    Replacing and disposing consumables replacing the ink cartridge 89 4 insert the new ink cartridge. Align the arrow on the ink cartridge with the mark on the holder, and push the ink cartridge until it stops. 5 lock the ink cartridge. Turn the ink cartridge clockwise ( ) to lock it. :lock 6 close the...

  • Page 90: Replacing The Master Roll

    Replacing and disposing consumables replacing the master roll 90 replacing the master roll when the entire master roll is consumed, the master replacement indicator lights. Replace with a new master roll. Important!: • for the master roll, it is recommended to use the products specified by riso. • k...

  • Page 91

    Replacing and disposing consumables replacing the master roll 91 6 remove the depleted master roll. Note: • dispose the depleted master roll according to the disposal rule of your local community. ) p.95 7 install a new master roll. Remove the shrink package (transparent film) from the new master ro...

  • Page 92

    Replacing and disposing consumables replacing the master roll 92 tip: • if you cannot insert the leading edge of the master well, use the following procedure: 1) raise the master guide flap. Turn the wheel beside the master guide flap inward to raise the master guide flap. 2) pull out the master rol...

  • Page 93

    Replacing and disposing consumables emptying the master disposal box 93 emptying the master disposal box 1 pull out the master disposal box. If the master disposal box lever is locked, slide the lever to the front to unlock. Grasp the master disposal box handle and pull out the box to the left. Impo...

  • Page 94

    Replacing and disposing consumables emptying the master disposal box 94 tip: the master disposal box of this machine can be locked by a padlock or other means so that the master disposal box cannot be removed, hence preventing discarded masters from leaking to the outside. (purchase an ordinary padl...

  • Page 95

    Replacing and disposing consumables disposal of depleted consumables 95 disposal of depleted consumables dispose the depleted ink cartridges, master rolls and ejected masters according to the regulations in your local community. If required, separate the specific components using the following proce...

  • Page 96: Drum (Cylinder)

    Replacing and disposing consumables removing and installing the print drum (cylinder) 96 removing and installing the print drum (cylinder) when replacing with a color drum (cylinder) or dealing with paper jams, remove the print drum (cylinder), take a nec- essary procedure, and then install the drum...

  • Page 97

    Replacing and disposing consumables removing and installing the print drum (cylinder) 97 5 install the print drum (cylinder). Align the mark with the mark on the guide and position the print drum (cylinder) horizontal relative to the guide. Note: • if you manually rotate the print drum (cylinder), m...

  • Page 98: Cleaning

    Safety guide - cleaning 98 cleaning safety guide - cleaning this section describes the precautions to be observed when cleaning the machine. Read this section before cleaning the machine. A warning: • before cleaning any part of the machine, turn off the power. • do not remove any fixed covers. • co...

  • Page 99: Cleaning

    Cleaning cleaning 99 cleaning thermal print head clean the thermal print head each time you replace the master roll. Open the master making unit cover, and then gently wipe the thermal print head in the back of the unit several times with a soft cloth or tissue. B caution: • since the thermal print ...

  • Page 100

    Cleaning cleaning 100 scanner glass and white roller of the adf unit (option) gently wipe the scanner glass, and the white roller several times with a soft cloth or tissue. B caution: • since the scanner glass is very delicate, avoid shocks or scratches with a hard object. Note: • for more effective...

  • Page 101

    Cleaning cleaning 101 printer exterior in order to protect the machine from dust, wipe the machine exterior periodically with a soft cloth. If using cleanser, use an appropriate one recommended by your dealer (or authorized service representative). B caution: • because the machine exterior is plasti...

  • Page 102: Troubleshooting

    Check & error display 102 troubleshooting check & error display when an error occurs on the machine or when consumables or other sections are not yet ready, the check & error display shows error locations and numbers indicating error types. For some errors, error numbers are shown on the error numbe...

  • Page 103

    Troubleshooting check & error display 103 when the indicator [area *3] blinks check error locations and error numbers (error number display) and take the following procedures: location no. Error no. Cause action a-06 any obstacle exists under the paper feed tray or on paper. Check if any obstacle ex...

  • Page 104

    Troubleshooting check & error display 104 a-02 a master has not been correctly wrapped around the print drum (cylinder). B caution: • the print drum (cylinder) is equipped with many metallic components. Touch the print drum (cylinder) only when necessary. These components may cut your fingers. • whe...

  • Page 105

    Troubleshooting check & error display 105 a-01 a-34 a master has not been correctly set. Open the master making unit cover, remove the master roll, and set the master correctly. If the master is loose, turn the right flange inward to correct it, and close the master making unit cover. ) p.90 a-17 a ...

  • Page 106

    Troubleshooting check & error display 106 j-02 a paper jam has occurred on the paper receiving tray section. Remove the paper jammed on the paper receiving tray section. If the error indications do not disappear, press the key. J-01 a paper jam has occurred in the adf unit (option). Remove the origi...

  • Page 107

    Troubleshooting check & error display 107 when the indicator [area *3] blinks check error locations and error numbers (error number display) and take the following procedures. If an error number is not shown, press the [ ] key. Location no. Error no. Cause action c-04 the tray has run out of paper. ...

  • Page 108

    Troubleshooting check & error display 108 d-05 a master roll has not been set or has not been correctly set. Set a master roll correctly and close the master making unit cover. ) p.90 if a rewound master has been wrinkled or has worn off, cut the edge of the master straight and then set the master a...

  • Page 109

    Troubleshooting check & error display 109 when the indicator [area *3] lights because the entire master roll has been consumed, set a new master roll. ) p.90 when the indicator [area *3] lights because the master disposal box is full, remove the box and discard the ejected masters. ) p.93 when the i...

  • Page 110

    Troubleshooting check & error display 110 when the indicator [*2] is off and “h” is shown on the print quantity display [*4]. In order to assure optimum printing, the machine acquires information from the consumables. If acquired matching information is not proper, “h” is shown on the print quantity...

  • Page 111

    Troubleshooting check & error display 111 use the following procedure to enter necessary information. 1 enter a parameter using the print quantity keys. The parameters that can be entered differ among the consumables. 2 press the key to complete the setting. If the next h no. Appears, repeat steps 1...

  • Page 112: Troubleshooting Tips

    Troubleshooting troubleshooting tips 112 troubleshooting tips if any problems occur during printing, check the following items and take appropriate procedures before calling your dealer (or authorized service representative). Problem cause action the machine does not start when the power switch is p...

  • Page 113

    Troubleshooting troubleshooting tips 113 an error indication does not disappear even though consumables (ink, master roll) are set. The consumables (ink, master roll) have not been correctly set. After inserting the ink cartridge, turn it clockwise ( ) to lock. Or set the ink cartridge again. ) p.88...

  • Page 114

    Troubleshooting troubleshooting tips 114 in the book shadow editing, the position for shadow erasure is shifted. Custom-size paper has been placed on the paper feed tray. The book shadow editing does not allow custom-size paper to be used. Set standard-size paper. Custom-size book or magazine was pl...

  • Page 115

    Troubleshooting troubleshooting tips 115 the edges of printed copies are smudged with ink. Larger size of paper than the original was placed on the paper feed tray at the time of the master-making process. Because a master was made according to a larger size than the original, the edges of the origi...

  • Page 116

    Troubleshooting troubleshooting tips 116 printed images are faint. Printed texts are blurred. If the machine is not used for an extended period of time, ink on the surface of the print drum (cylinder) may dry. This results in faint or blurred printing just after printing is started. The ink on the p...

  • Page 117

    Troubleshooting troubleshooting tips 117 paper gets jammed in the adf unit (option). There is any paper caught in the adf unit (option). Pull the adf original release lever to the right or turn the release original dial and remove the jammed paper. Printed copies are not neatly aligned in the paper ...

  • Page 118

    Troubleshooting troubleshooting tips 118 paper goes over the receiving tray stopper. --- follow the steps to level the receiving tray as follows: 1) fold the receiving tray paper guides/stopper. 2) lift up the sides of the receiving tray with both hands, and move the receiving tray shaft to the posi...

  • Page 119

    Troubleshooting troubleshooting tips 119 paper is not smoothly fed from the paper feed tray. (skipped paper, or multiple-sheet feeding) the print paper is inappropriate. Use paper that falls within the recommended range. ) p.16 the position of the paper feed pressure adjustment lever was inappropria...

  • Page 120

    Troubleshooting troubleshooting tips 120 the machine repeats the master- making process for each original. “collate copies” or “collate” was selected for printer driver settings for the received document data. Cancel the current print job and resend the document data without “collate copies” or “col...

  • Page 121

    Troubleshooting troubleshooting tips 121 reg-ll_en.Book page 121 wednesday, september 14, 2011 12:03 pm.

  • Page 122: Appendixes

    Optional accessories 122 appendixes optional accessories a variety of optional accessories are available to enhance the capabilities of the machine. For details about the optional accessories, see their respective user's manuals. Z color drum (cylinder) a variety of colors (colours) are available, s...

  • Page 123: Specifications

    Appendixes specifications 123 specifications riso ez391 note: • the specifications are subject to change without prior notice. * 1 the pollution degree of the usage environment due to dirt and dust in the air. Degree “2” corresponds to a general indoor environment. Master-making/printing methods hig...

  • Page 124

    Appendixes specifications 124 riso ez371 note: • the specifications are subject to change without prior notice. * 1 the pollution degree of the usage environment due to dirt and dust in the air. Degree “2” corresponds to a general indoor environment. Master-making/printing methods high-speed digital...

  • Page 125

    Appendixes specifications 125 riso ez331 note: • the specifications are subject to change without prior notice. * 1 the pollution degree of the usage environment due to dirt and dust in the air. Degree “2” corresponds to a general indoor environment. Master-making/printing methods high-speed digital...

  • Page 126

    Appendixes specifications 126 riso ez301 note: • the specifications are subject to change without prior notice. * 1 the pollution degree of the usage environment due to dirt and dust in the air. Degree “2” corresponds to a general indoor environment. Master-making/printing methods high-speed digital...

  • Page 127

    Appendixes specifications 127 riso ez231 note: • the specifications are subject to change without prior notice. * 1 the pollution degree of the usage environment due to dirt and dust in the air. Degree “2” corresponds to a general indoor environment. Master-making/printing methods high-speed digital...

  • Page 128

    Appendixes specifications 128 riso ez221 note: • the specifications are subject to change without prior notice. * 1 the pollution degree of the usage environment due to dirt and dust in the air. Degree “2” corresponds to a general indoor environment. Master-making/printing methods high-speed digital...

  • Page 129

    Appendixes specifications 129 riso ez201 note: • the specifications are subject to change without prior notice. * 1 the pollution degree of the usage environment due to dirt and dust in the air. Degree “2” corresponds to a general indoor environment. Master-making/printing methods high-speed digital...

  • Page 130: Feature List

    Appendixes feature list 130 feature list feature ez391/ez371/ez331/ ez301 ez231/ez221/ez201 standard reproduction ratio { { zoom { na dot process { na scanning level (five manually variable steps) { { scanning level (auto) { { book shadow edit { { programed printing { { 2-up printing { { ink saving ...

  • Page 131

    Appendixes feature list 131 reg-ll_en.Book page 131 wednesday, september 14, 2011 12:03 pm.

  • Page 132: Index

    132 index symbols * key ......................................................................... 8 + key ........................................................................ 9 × key ........................................................................9 numerics 1:1 key .........................

  • Page 133

    Index 133 i i fit indicator ..............................................8, 102, 110 idling ....................................................................... 64 idling indicator .................................................11, 64 idling key ...................................................

  • Page 134

    Index 134 print position adjustment ...................................... 50 print position adjustment indicator ........................ 8 print position adjustment key ..........................8, 50 print position center key ..................................8, 50 print quantity display ...........