Service Manual

LBP3250 Series
LBP3250

Aug 13 2008
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 Introduction

Symbols Used
This documentation uses the following symbols to indicate special information:

Symbol Description

Indicates an item of a non-specific nature, possibly classified as Note, Caution, or Warning.

Indicates an item requiring care to avoid electric shocks.

Indicates an item requiring care to avoid combustion (fire).

Indicates an item prohibiting disassembly to avoid electric shocks or problems.

Indicates an item requiring disconnection of the power plug from the electric outlet.

Indicates an item intended to provide notes assisting the understanding of the topic in question.
Memo

Indicates an item of reference assisting the understanding of the topic in question.

REF.

Provides a description of a service mode.

Provides a description of the nature of an error indication.

 Introduction

The following rules apply throughout this Service Manual:

1. Each chapter contains sections explaining the purpose of specific functions and the relationship between electrical and mechanical systems with refer-
ence to the timing of operation.
In the diagrams, represents the path of mechanical drive; where a signal name accompanies the symbol , the arrow indicates the
direction of the electric signal.
The expression "turn on the power" means flipping on the power switch, closing the front door, and closing the delivery unit door, which results in
supplying the machine with power.
2. In the digital circuits, '1'is used to indicate that the voltage level of a given signal is "High", while '0' is used to indicate "Low".(The voltage value, how-
ever, differs from circuit to circuit.) In addition, the asterisk (*) as in "DRMD*" indicates that the DRMD signal goes on when '0'.
In practically all cases, the internal mechanisms of a microprocessor cannot be checked in the field. Therefore, the operations of the microprocessors
used in the machines are not discussed: they are explained in terms of from sensors to the input of the DC controller PCB and from the output of the
DC controller PCB to the loads.

The descriptions in this Service Manual are subject to change without notice for product improvement or other purposes, and major changes will be com-
municated in the form of Service Information bulletins.
All service persons are expected to have a good understanding of the contents of this Service Manual and all relevant Service Information bulletins and be
able to identify and isolate faults in the machine."
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Contents

Chapter 1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

1.1 Features .....................................................................................................................................................1- 1
1.1.1 Features .................................................................................................................................................................. 1- 1
1.2 Product Specifications ................................................................................................................................1- 2
1.2.1 Specifications .......................................................................................................................................................... 1- 2
1.3 Name of Parts.............................................................................................................................................1- 3
1.3.1 External View........................................................................................................................................................... 1- 3
1.3.2 Cross Section .......................................................................................................................................................... 1- 4
1.4 Using the Machine ......................................................................................................................................1- 5
1.4.1 Control Panel........................................................................................................................................................... 1- 5
1.5 Safety .........................................................................................................................................................1- 5
1.5.1 Safety of Laser Light................................................................................................................................................ 1- 5
1.5.2 CDRH Regulations .................................................................................................................................................. 1- 5
1.5.3 Safety of Toner ........................................................................................................................................................ 1- 6
1.5.4 Handling the Laser Unit ........................................................................................................................................... 1- 6
1.5.5 Points to Note at Disassembly/Assembly Work....................................................................................................... 1- 6

Chapter 2 TECHNICAL REFERENCE

2.1 Functional Configuration.............................................................................................................................2- 1
2.1.1 Outline ..................................................................................................................................................................... 2- 1
2.2 Basic Sequence..........................................................................................................................................2- 1
2.2.1 Basic Sequence of Operation.................................................................................................................................. 2- 1
2.2.2 Power-On Sequence ............................................................................................................................................... 2- 2
2.3 LASER EXPOSURE SYSTEM ...................................................................................................................2- 3
2.3.1 Overview/Configuration ........................................................................................................................................... 2- 3
2.3.1.1 Overview .................................................................................................................................................................................. 2- 3
2.3.2 Controlling the Laser Activation Timing ................................................................................................................... 2- 4
2.3.2.1 Laser ON/OFF Control............................................................................................................................................................. 2- 4
2.3.2.2 Horizontal Sync Control ........................................................................................................................................................... 2- 4
2.3.3 Laser Control ........................................................................................................................................................... 2- 5
2.3.3.1 Auto Power Control (APC) ....................................................................................................................................................... 2- 5
2.3.4 Laser Scanner Motor Control .................................................................................................................................. 2- 5
2.3.4.1 Overview .................................................................................................................................................................................. 2- 5
2.3.4.2 Scanner Motor Fault Detection ................................................................................................................................................ 2- 6
2.4 IMAGE FORMATION SYSTEM..................................................................................................................2- 7
2.4.1 Overview/Configuration ........................................................................................................................................... 2- 7
2.4.1.1 Overview .................................................................................................................................................................................. 2- 7
2.4.1.2 Print Process............................................................................................................................................................................ 2- 8
2.4.1.3 Static Latent Image Formation Block ....................................................................................................................................... 2- 9
2.4.1.4 Development Block ................................................................................................................................................................ 2- 10
2.4.1.5 Transfer Block........................................................................................................................................................................ 2- 11
2.4.1.6 Fixing Block............................................................................................................................................................................ 2- 12
2.4.1.7 Drum Cleaning Block ............................................................................................................................................................. 2- 12
2.4.2 High-Voltage Control ............................................................................................................................................. 2- 13
2.4.2.1 Overview ................................................................................................................................................................................ 2- 13
2.4.2.2 Generating Primary Charging Bias ........................................................................................................................................ 2- 13
2.4.2.3 Generating Developing Bias .................................................................................................................................................. 2- 13
2.4.2.4 Generating Transfer Bias....................................................................................................................................................... 2- 13
2.4.3 Toner Cartridge ..................................................................................................................................................... 2- 14
2.4.3.1 Toner Level Detection............................................................................................................................................................ 2- 14
2.4.3.2 Toner Cartridge Absence/Presence Detection ...................................................................................................................... 2- 14
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2.5 PICKUP AND FEEDING SYSTEM........................................................................................................... 2- 15

2.5.1 Overview/Configuration..........................................................................................................................................2- 15
2.5.1.1 Overview ................................................................................................................................................................................ 2- 15
2.5.2 Detecting Jams ......................................................................................................................................................2- 16
2.5.2.1 Jam Detection Outline............................................................................................................................................................ 2- 16
2.5.2.2 Delay Jams ............................................................................................................................................................................ 2- 17
2.5.2.3 Stationary Jams ..................................................................................................................................................................... 2- 17
2.5.2.4 Other Jams ............................................................................................................................................................................ 2- 17
2.6 EXTERNAL AND CONTROLS SYSTEM ................................................................................................. 2- 18
2.6.1 Power Supply.........................................................................................................................................................2- 18
2.6.1.1 Power Supply......................................................................................................................................................................... 2- 18
2.6.1.2 Protective Functions .............................................................................................................................................................. 2- 19
2.7 ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM ................................................................................................................. 2- 20
2.7.1 Main Controller.......................................................................................................................................................2- 20
2.7.1.1 General description................................................................................................................................................................ 2- 20
2.7.2 Engine Controller ...................................................................................................................................................2- 21
2.7.2.1 General description................................................................................................................................................................ 2- 21
2.8 FIXING UNIT/DELIVERY SYSTEM.......................................................................................................... 2- 22
2.8.1 Overview/Configuration..........................................................................................................................................2- 22
2.8.1.1 Overview ................................................................................................................................................................................ 2- 22
2.8.1.2 Main Parts of Fixing Unit........................................................................................................................................................ 2- 22
2.8.2 Various Control Mechanisms .................................................................................................................................2- 23
2.8.2.1 Fixing Temperature Control ................................................................................................................................................... 2- 23
2.8.2.2 Protective Functions .............................................................................................................................................................. 2- 24
2.8.3 Other Functions .....................................................................................................................................................2- 25
2.8.3.1 Throughput Down Control...................................................................................................................................................... 2- 25

Chapter 3 DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY

3.1 EXTERNAL AND CONTROLS SYSTEM ................................................................................................... 3- 1
3.1.1 Rear Cover...............................................................................................................................................................3- 1
3.1.1.1 Before Removing the Rear Cover............................................................................................................................................ 3- 1
3.1.1.2 Removing the Rear Cover ....................................................................................................................................................... 3- 1
3.1.2 Right Cover ..............................................................................................................................................................3- 1
3.1.2.1 Before Removing the Right Cover ........................................................................................................................................... 3- 1
3.1.2.2 Removing the Right Cover....................................................................................................................................................... 3- 1
3.1.3 Left Cover ................................................................................................................................................................3- 1
3.1.3.1 Before Removing the Left Cover.............................................................................................................................................. 3- 1
3.1.3.2 Removing the Left Cover ......................................................................................................................................................... 3- 1
3.1.4 Upper Cover.............................................................................................................................................................3- 2
3.1.4.1 Removing the Upper Cover ..................................................................................................................................................... 3- 2
3.1.5 Front Cover ..............................................................................................................................................................3- 3
3.1.5.1 Before Removing the Front Cover ........................................................................................................................................... 3- 3
3.1.5.2 Removing the Front Cover....................................................................................................................................................... 3- 3
3.1.6 Delivery Tray............................................................................................................................................................3- 3
3.1.6.1 Removing the Delivery Auxiliary Tray ...................................................................................................................................... 3- 3
3.1.7 Pickup Tray ..............................................................................................................................................................3- 3
3.1.7.1 Before Removing the Pickup Tray ........................................................................................................................................... 3- 3
3.1.7.2 Removing the Pickup Tray Unit ............................................................................................................................................... 3- 3
3.1.8 Drive Unit .................................................................................................................................................................3- 4
3.1.8.1 Before Removing the Drive Belt............................................................................................................................................... 3- 4
3.1.8.2 Removing the Drive Belt .......................................................................................................................................................... 3- 4
3.1.9 Main Drive Unit ........................................................................................................................................................3- 5
3.1.9.1 Before Removing the Main Motor ............................................................................................................................................ 3- 5
3.1.9.2 Removing the Main Motor........................................................................................................................................................ 3- 5
3.1.10 Engine controller board ..........................................................................................................................................3- 7
3.1.10.1 Before Removing the Engine Controller PCB ........................................................................................................................ 3- 7
3.1.10.2 Removing the Engine Controller PCB.................................................................................................................................... 3- 7
3.1.11 Main Controller PCB ..............................................................................................................................................3- 8
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3.1.11.1 Before Removing the Main Controller PCB............................................................................................................................ 3- 8

3.1.11.2 Removing the Main Controller PCB ....................................................................................................................................... 3- 8
3.1.12 Top sensor............................................................................................................................................................. 3- 8
3.1.12.1 Before Removing the Paper Lead Edge Sensor .................................................................................................................... 3- 8
3.1.12.2 Removing the Paper Lead Edge Sensor................................................................................................................................ 3- 8
3.1.13 Sensor Boade ........................................................................................................................................................ 3- 9
3.1.13.1 Before Removing the Sensor PCB......................................................................................................................................... 3- 9
3.1.13.2 Removing the Sensor PCB .................................................................................................................................................... 3- 9
3.2 LASER EXPOSURE SYSTEM .................................................................................................................3- 10
3.2.1 Laser Scanner Unit................................................................................................................................................ 3- 10
3.2.1.1 Before Removing the Laser Scanner Unit ............................................................................................................................. 3- 10
3.2.1.2 Removing the Laser Scanner Unit ......................................................................................................................................... 3- 10
3.3 IMAGE FORMATION SYSTEM................................................................................................................3- 11
3.3.1 Transfer Charging Roller ....................................................................................................................................... 3- 11
3.3.1.1 Removing the Transfer Roller ................................................................................................................................................ 3- 11
3.3.2 Memory Tag Contact Unit...................................................................................................................................... 3- 12
3.3.2.1 Before Removing the Memory Contact Unit .......................................................................................................................... 3- 12
3.3.2.2 Removing the Memory Contact Unit ...................................................................................................................................... 3- 12
3.4 PICKUP AND FEEDING SYSTEM ...........................................................................................................3- 14
3.4.1 Pickup Unit ............................................................................................................................................................ 3- 14
3.4.1.1 Before Removing the Pickup Unit .......................................................................................................................................... 3- 14
3.4.1.2 Removing the Pickup Unit...................................................................................................................................................... 3- 14
3.4.2 Cassette Pickup Roller .......................................................................................................................................... 3- 15
3.4.2.1 Removing the Pickup Roller................................................................................................................................................... 3- 15
3.4.3 Cassette Pickup solenoid ...................................................................................................................................... 3- 15
3.4.3.1 Before Removing the Pickup Solenoid .................................................................................................................................. 3- 15
3.4.3.2 Removing the Pickup Solenoid .............................................................................................................................................. 3- 16
3.4.4 Cassette Separation Pad....................................................................................................................................... 3- 16
3.4.4.1 Removing the Separation Pad ............................................................................................................................................... 3- 16
3.5 FIXING SYSTEM ......................................................................................................................................3- 16
3.5.1 Fixing Unit.............................................................................................................................................................. 3- 16
3.5.1.1 Before Removing the Fixing Unit ........................................................................................................................................... 3- 16
3.5.1.2 Removing the Fixing Unit....................................................................................................................................................... 3- 16
3.5.2 Fixing Film Unit...................................................................................................................................................... 3- 17
3.5.2.1 Before Removing the Fixing Film Unit ................................................................................................................................... 3- 17
3.5.2.2 Removing the Fixing Film Unit ............................................................................................................................................... 3- 17
3.5.3 Fixing Pressure Roller ........................................................................................................................................... 3- 18
3.5.3.1 Before Removing the Fixing Pressure Roller......................................................................................................................... 3- 18
3.5.3.2 Removing the Fixing Pressure Roller .................................................................................................................................... 3- 18

Chapter 4 MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION

4.1 Periodically Replaced Parts........................................................................................................................4- 1
4.1.1 Periodically Replaced Parts..................................................................................................................................... 4- 1
4.2 Consumables..............................................................................................................................................4- 1
4.2.1 Consumables........................................................................................................................................................... 4- 1
4.3 Periodical Service .......................................................................................................................................4- 1
4.3.1 Scheduled Servicing................................................................................................................................................ 4- 1
4.4 Cleaning .....................................................................................................................................................4- 2
4.4.1 Cleaning Method ..................................................................................................................................................... 4- 2

Chapter 5 TROUBLESHOOTING
5.1 MEASUREMENT AND ADJUSTMENT ......................................................................................................5- 1
5.1.1 Test Print ................................................................................................................................................................. 5- 1
5.1.1.1 Test Print Function................................................................................................................................................................... 5- 1
5.1.2 Mechanical Adjustment ........................................................................................................................................... 5- 1
5.1.2.1 Checking the Pressure of the Pressure Roller (nip)................................................................................................................. 5- 1
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5.2 SERVICE TOOLS ...................................................................................................................................... 5- 2

5.2.1 Standard tools..........................................................................................................................................................5- 2
5.2.2 Special Tool .............................................................................................................................................................5- 2
5.2.3 List of solvent/ lubricant ...........................................................................................................................................5- 2
5.3 ERROR CODE TABLE............................................................................................................................... 5- 3
5.3.1 Overview ..................................................................................................................................................................5- 3
5.3.2 Service Message .....................................................................................................................................................5- 4
5.4 Version Up.................................................................................................................................................. 5- 4
5.4.1 Upgrade ...................................................................................................................................................................5- 4

Chapter 6 APPENDIX
6.1 OUTLINE OF ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS ............................................................................................ 6- 1
6.1.1 Clutch/Solenoid........................................................................................................................................................6- 1
6.1.1.1 Solenoid ................................................................................................................................................................................... 6- 1
6.1.2 Motor........................................................................................................................................................................6- 1
6.1.2.1 Motor........................................................................................................................................................................................ 6- 1
6.1.3 Sensor......................................................................................................................................................................6- 2
6.1.3.1 Sensor...................................................................................................................................................................................... 6- 2
6.1.4 Switch ......................................................................................................................................................................6- 2
6.1.4.1 Switch ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 6- 2
6.1.5 PCBs........................................................................................................................................................................6- 3
6.1.5.1 PCB.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 6- 3
Chapter 1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
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Contents

1.1 Features ..........................................................................................................................................................................1-1

1.1.1 Features ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 1-1
1.2 Product Specifications....................................................................................................................................................1-2
1.2.1 Specifications ............................................................................................................................................................................... 1-2
1.3 Name of Parts.................................................................................................................................................................1-3
1.3.1 External View .............................................................................................................................................................................. 1-3
1.3.2 Cross Section ............................................................................................................................................................................... 1-4
1.4 Using the Machine .........................................................................................................................................................1-5
1.4.1 Control Panel ............................................................................................................................................................................... 1-5
1.5 Safety .............................................................................................................................................................................1-5
1.5.1 Safety of Laser Light ................................................................................................................................................................... 1-5
1.5.2 CDRH Regulations ...................................................................................................................................................................... 1-5
1.5.3 Safety of Toner ............................................................................................................................................................................ 1-6
1.5.4 Handling the Laser Unit............................................................................................................................................................... 1-6
1.5.5 Points to Note at Disassembly/Assembly Work .......................................................................................................................... 1-6
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1.1 Features

1.1.1 Features
0019-9494

1. Small-size, high-speed monochrome printer

This equipment has a compact body that realizes high-speed print of 23 ppm.

2. Reduction in standby time and energy consumption

This equipment employs on-demand fixing where the heater activates only during printing, resulting in a reduction in standby time and energy consumption on this
mode.
3. Realization of noise reduction and stable image quality
This equipment employs a belt drive method for transmitting the drive of the main motor. This enables lower noise and more stable image quality compared to the
conventional gear drive method. (See MEMO)

4.Improved Usability
In this equipment, the power switch is situated at the front of the host machine, and maintenance (jam removal, replacing the cartridge) can be performed by ac-
cessing one point of the delivery tray.

MEMO:
Changing the drive method from gear to belt reduces uneven pitch due to varied rotation speed of the photosensitive drum, which realizes stable image quality.

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1.2 Product Specifications

1.2.1 Specifications
0019-9496

Body installation method desktop page printer

Photosensitive medium OPC drum
Exposure method semiconductor laser
Development method Toner projection development
Transfer method by roller
Separation method Curvature

Pickup-tray pickup method by pad

Multifeeder pickup method by pad
Drum cleaning method by blade
Fixing method on-demand
Delivery method face-down
Toner supply type By toner cartridge
Warm-up time in standby: 0 sec (at power-on: 10 sec or less)
Print area top: 5 mm; bottom: 5 mm; left/right: 5 mm (if envelope, top, bottom, left,
right: 10 mm)
Printing resolution 600dpi
First print time approx. 6 sec or less (A4)
Print speed (A4) approx. 23ppm
Pickup-tray paper size A4, B5, A5, LGL, LTR, Executive,16K, Envelope(DL,COM10,C5,
Monarch), user-defined paper (76.2 to 215.9 mm in width, 127 to 355.6
mm in length)
Multi-purpose paper size A4, B5, A5, LGL, LTR, Executive,16K, Envelope(DL,COM10,C5,
Monarch), user-defined paper (76.2 to 215.9 mm in width, 127 to 355.6
mm in length)
Pickup-tray paper type plain paper (60 to 105 g/m2), heavy paper (106 to 163 g/m2),
transparency, label sheet, postcard

Pickup-tray paper capacity Approx. 250 sheets (plain paper 64 g/m2)

Multi-purpose capacity 1 sheet (plain paper 64 g/m2)
Delivery tray stack Approx. 100 sheets (plain paper 64 g/m2)
Duplex method None
Hard disk Standard: none, Option: none
Interface USB 2.0, Option: none
Memory Standard: 2MB, Option: none
Operating environment 7.5 deg C to 32.5 deg C
(Temperature range)
Operating environment 10 to 80%RH
(Humidity range)
Noise 55 dB or less (during printing; based on ISO9296; announced noise
emission)
Power supply rating AC120-127V, +/-10% (50,60Hz +/-2Hz)
AC220-240V, +/-10% (50,60Hz +/-2Hz)

Power consumption (Maximum) AC120-127V:

Approx.830W more less (The value of the reference room temperature at
20 deg C)

AC220-240V:
Approx.990W more less (The value of the reference room temperature at
20 deg C)

Dimensions 384 (W) x 258 (D) x 227 (H) mm

Weight Printer: Approx. 6.4kg, Toner cartridge: Approx. 0.6kg

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1.3 Name of Parts

1.3.1 External View

0019-9497

[9] [1] [2] [3]

[8]

[7] [6] [5] [4]

[10] [11]

[12]
F-1-1

[1] Power switch [2] Delivery auxiliary tray

[3] Delivery tray [4] Manual feed tray paper guide
[5] Manual feed tray [6] Tray cover
[7] Pickup tray [8] Rear paper guide
[9] Pickup tray Paper guide [10] USB cover
[11] USB connector [12] Power receptacle

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1.3.2 Cross Section

0019-9498

[1] [2] [3] [4] [5]

[6]

[13] [12] [11] [10] [9] [8] [7]

F-1-2

[1] Fixing unit [2] Pressure roller

[3] Fixing sleeve unit [4] Delivery roller
[5] Laser scanner unit [6] Manual feed tray
[7] Pickup tray [8] Photosensitive drum
[9] Pickup roller [10] separation pad
[11] Feed roller [12] Transfer roller
[13] Toner cartridge

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1.4 Using the Machine

1.4.1 Control Panel

0019-9499

[1]

[2]

F-1-3
[1] Power lamp (green)
Lighting:
Indicates that the power of the host machine is turned on.
Not lighting:
Indicates that the power of the host machine is not turned on.

[2] Paper lamp/paper key (red)

<Lamp>
Flashing:
Indicates that there is no paper in the pickup source and print cannot be executed, or papers cannot be fed correctly.
Not lighting:
Indicates that the machine can make prints.
<Key>
Pressing this key after executing pickup of paper or jam removal restarts printing.

1.5 Safety

1.5.1 Safety of Laser Light

0019-9500

Laser light can be extremely hazardous to the human body.

The machines laser scanning system is contained in a protective housing and external covers to prevent escape of laser light outside the machine. In other words,
the user is free of laser-related hazards as long as the machine is being used for its intended purposes.

The following warnings are given to comply with Safety Principles (EN60950).
Laserstrahlen können für den menschlichen Körper gefährlich sein. Aus diesem Grund ist das optische Lasersystem mit einem Schutzgehäuse und einer Außenab-
deckung dicht verschlossen und hat eine Struktur, die keine Laserstrahlen nach außen dringen lässt. Unter der Voraussetzung, dass der Benutzer dieses Gerät normal
bedient, ist ein Austritt von Laserstrahlen daher ausgeschlossen.

1.5.2 CDRH Regulations

0019-9501

The Center for Devices and Radiological Health of the US Food and Drug Administration put into effect regulations concerning laser products on August 2, 1976.
These regulations apply to products produced on and after August 1, 1976, and prohibit the sale of laser products without certification. The following is a label used
to certify compliance with the CDRH regulations, and all laser products to be sold in the US must bear this label.

F-1-4

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1.5.3 Safety of Toner

0019-9502

The machines toner is a non-toxic material made up of plastic, iron, and small amounts of dye.

Do not throw toner into fire. Doing so can lead to explosion.

Toner on Clothing or Skin

1. Remove toner from clothing or skin, and wash with water.
2. Do not use warm or hot water, which will cause the toner to turn jelly-like and fuse permanently with the fibers of clothing.
3. Toner tends to react readily with vinyl. Do not bring it in contact.
4. Storage of copy/print output
Do not use the polyvinyl case.
If printed side contacts with the surface of case, toner melts and the paper may be adhered with a case.

1.5.4 Handling the Laser Unit

0019-9503

The laser scanner unit emits invisible laser beam. DO NOT disassemble the unit as the laser beam can possibly damage your eyes. The unit cannot be adjusted in
the field. The following label is attached to the cover of the unit:

F-1-5

1.5.5 Points to Note at Disassembly/Assembly Work

0019-9505

Be sure to ensure the following notes when performing disassembly/assembly work.

1. Be sure to disconnect the power plug for safety when performing disassembly/assembly work.
2. As for assembly procedure, perform the reverse procedure of disassembly unless otherwise instructed.
3. Avoid making mistakes in the type of screws (length/diameter) and usage locations for assembly.
4. Screws w/washer are used as mounting screws for grounding wires and varistors with the aim of checking electric continuity. Be sure to use this screw for as-
sembly.
5. Basically, do not activate the machine with their parts being removed.
6. Do not remove paintlock screws at the time of disassembly.

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Contents

2.1 Functional Configuration ...............................................................................................................................................2-1

2.1.1 Outline.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 2-1
2.2 Basic Sequence ..............................................................................................................................................................2-1
2.2.1 Basic Sequence of Operation ....................................................................................................................................................... 2-1
2.2.2 Power-On Sequence..................................................................................................................................................................... 2-2
2.3 LASER EXPOSURE SYSTEM.....................................................................................................................................2-3
2.3.1 Overview/Configuration .............................................................................................................................................................. 2-3
2.3.1.1 Overview .........................................................................................................................................................................................................2-3
2.3.2 Controlling the Laser Activation Timing..................................................................................................................................... 2-4
2.3.2.1 Laser ON/OFF Control ...................................................................................................................................................................................2-4
2.3.2.2 Horizontal Sync Control .................................................................................................................................................................................2-4
2.3.3 Laser Control ............................................................................................................................................................................... 2-5
2.3.3.1 Auto Power Control (APC) .............................................................................................................................................................................2-5
2.3.4 Laser Scanner Motor Control....................................................................................................................................................... 2-5
2.3.4.1 Overview .........................................................................................................................................................................................................2-5
2.3.4.2 Scanner Motor Fault Detection .......................................................................................................................................................................2-6
2.4 IMAGE FORMATION SYSTEM .................................................................................................................................2-7
2.4.1 Overview/Configuration .............................................................................................................................................................. 2-7
2.4.1.1 Overview .........................................................................................................................................................................................................2-7
2.4.1.2 Print Process....................................................................................................................................................................................................2-8
2.4.1.3 Static Latent Image Formation Block .............................................................................................................................................................2-9
2.4.1.4 Development Block.......................................................................................................................................................................................2-10
2.4.1.5 Transfer Block...............................................................................................................................................................................................2-11
2.4.1.6 Fixing Block..................................................................................................................................................................................................2-12
2.4.1.7 Drum Cleaning Block ...................................................................................................................................................................................2-12
2.4.2 High-Voltage Control ................................................................................................................................................................ 2-13
2.4.2.1 Overview .......................................................................................................................................................................................................2-13
2.4.2.2 Generating Primary Charging Bias ...............................................................................................................................................................2-13
2.4.2.3 Generating Developing Bias .........................................................................................................................................................................2-13
2.4.2.4 Generating Transfer Bias ..............................................................................................................................................................................2-13
2.4.3 Toner Cartridge .......................................................................................................................................................................... 2-14
2.4.3.1 Toner Level Detection...................................................................................................................................................................................2-14
2.4.3.2 Toner Cartridge Absence/Presence Detection ..............................................................................................................................................2-14
2.5 PICKUP AND FEEDING SYSTEM ...........................................................................................................................2-15
2.5.1 Overview/Configuration ............................................................................................................................................................ 2-15
2.5.1.1 Overview .......................................................................................................................................................................................................2-15
2.5.2 Detecting Jams ........................................................................................................................................................................... 2-16
2.5.2.1 Jam Detection Outline...................................................................................................................................................................................2-16
2.5.2.1.1 Overview ...............................................................................................................................................................................................2-16
2.5.2.2 Delay Jams ....................................................................................................................................................................................................2-17
2.5.2.2.1 Delivery Delay Jam...............................................................................................................................................................................2-17
2.5.2.3 Stationary Jams .............................................................................................................................................................................................2-17
2.5.2.3.1 Pickup Stationary Jam...........................................................................................................................................................................2-17
2.5.2.3.2 Delivery Stationary Jam ........................................................................................................................................................................2-17
2.5.2.4 Other Jams.....................................................................................................................................................................................................2-17
2.5.2.4.1 Fixing Take-up Jam...............................................................................................................................................................................2-17
2.5.2.4.2 Remaining Jam at Start-up ....................................................................................................................................................................2-17
2.6 EXTERNAL AND CONTROLS SYSTEM ................................................................................................................2-18
2.6.1 Power Supply ............................................................................................................................................................................. 2-18
2.6.1.1 Power Supply ................................................................................................................................................................................................2-18
2.6.1.1.1 Low voltage power circuit.....................................................................................................................................................................2-18
2.6.1.2 Protective Functions......................................................................................................................................................................................2-19
2.6.1.2.1 Power protective function .....................................................................................................................................................................2-19
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2.6.1.2.2 Safety function ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 2-19

2.7 ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM ................................................................................................................................. 2-20
2.7.1 Main Controller.......................................................................................................................................................................... 2-20
2.7.1.1 General description ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 2-20
2.7.2 Engine Controller....................................................................................................................................................................... 2-21
2.7.2.1 General description ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 2-21
2.8 FIXING UNIT/DELIVERY SYSTEM ....................................................................................................................... 2-22
2.8.1 Overview/Configuration ............................................................................................................................................................ 2-22
2.8.1.1 Overview....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 2-22
2.8.1.2 Main Parts of Fixing Unit ............................................................................................................................................................................. 2-22
2.8.2 Various Control Mechanisms .................................................................................................................................................... 2-23
2.8.2.1 Fixing Temperature Control ......................................................................................................................................................................... 2-23
2.8.2.1.1 Fixing Temperature Control ................................................................................................................................................................. 2-23
2.8.2.2 Protective Functions ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 2-24
2.8.2.2.1 Protective Function of Fixing Unit ....................................................................................................................................................... 2-24
2.8.2.2.2 Error detection ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 2-24
2.8.3 Other Functions.......................................................................................................................................................................... 2-25
2.8.3.1 Throughput Down Control............................................................................................................................................................................ 2-25
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2.1 Functional Configuration

2.1.1 Outline
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The machine may be broadly divided into the following 6 functional blocks: engine control system, laser exposure system, image formation system, pickup/trans-
port/delivery system, fixing system, and externals/auxiliary control system.

Laser exposure system

Image formation system

Pickup/transport/delivery system
Engine control
system

Fixing system

Externals and control system

External device
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2.2 Basic Sequence

2.2.1 Basic Sequence of Operation

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The engine controller controls the operation sequence. The following table provides an outline of machine operation occurring from when the power switch is turned
on to when printing ends and motors stop, indicating the purposes of intervals and engine operation. For details of various loads, see the timing chart.
T-2-1

Interval Purpose Remarks

WAIT From power-ON until initial drive for main To clear potential from the drum surface and to Detect whether the Toner cartridge is installed or
(Wait) motor is completed. clean the transfer roller. not.
Also to bring the heater temperature up to the
targeted temperature.
STBY From the end of the WAIT period or the LSTR To keep the printer ready to print.
(Standby) period until the print command is sent from the
main controller. Or, from the end of the LSTR
period until power switch is turned OFF.
INTR From the input of the print command from the To stabilize the photosensitive drum sensitivity
(initial main controller until the pick-up solenoid is in preparation for printing. Also to clean the
rotation) turned ON. transfer roller.
PRINT From the end of the INTR period until the top of To form image on the photosensitive drum based
(print) page sensor detects the trailing edge of paper. on the VIDEO (/VD01, /VD02, VD01, VD02)
signals input from the main controller, and to
transfer the toner image onto paper.
LSTR From the end of PRINT period until the Main To deliver the last paper completely out of the Return to the INTR period as soon as another
(last rotation) motor stops. printer. print command is sent from the main controller.

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2.2.2 Power-On Sequence

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The sequences from the power-ON to the STBY period are described below.
1) Power-ON
2) CPU initialization
3) Video interface communication start
4) Residual paper check
Detecting paper presence by each sensor signaling.
5) Initial drive for main motor
6) Initial drive for fixing heater
Controlling fixing temperature targeting for 120 deg C.
7) Initial drive of the scanner motor.
8) High-voltage control
Detect cartridge presence after primary charging AC bias is applied.
Cleaning transfer roller.
9) Failure/Abnormality check
Detecting fixing unit failure and door open during above periods.

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2.3 LASER EXPOSURE SYSTEM

2.3.1 Overview/Configuration

2.3.1.1 Overview
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The laser exposure system forms static latent images on the photosensitive drum according to the VIDEO signals sent from the main controller, and is comprised
of the laser driver and scanner motor, etc. There are controlled by the engine controller. The following is the outline.

Photosensitive drum

BD sensor
Cylindrical lens
Laser unit

SCANNER MOTOR SPEED CONTROL signal

Collimator
Focus lens
lens

Scanner motor unit

LASER CONTROL signal

Four-faced mirror
BD INPUT signal

VIDEO signal

Engine Controller

Main controller

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The operational sequence of the laser scanner unit is described below.
1) When the Main controller sends print instruction command, the Engine controller rotates the Four-faced mirror, causing the Scanner motor to rotate.
2) When the Scanner motor starts to rotate, the Engine controller emits the laser forcibly using the Laser control signal, causing the Engine controller to start rotation
control for the Scanner motor.
3) The Engine controller controls to keep a constant speed of rotation of the Scanner motor using the Scanner motor speed control signal.
4) After the rotation speed of the Scanner motor reaches its target, the Main controller sends VIDEO signals to the Laser driver PCB.
5) The Laser driver emits laser diode according to these signals.
6) The laser beam passes through the collimator lens and the cylindrical lens and enters the Four-faced mirror rotating at a constant speed.
7) The laser beam reflected by the Four-faced mirror is focused on the Photosensitive drum via the image-forming lens at the front of the Four-faced mirror.
8) When the Four-faced mirror rotates at a constant speed, the laser beam on the Photosensitive drum is scanned on the Photosensitive drum at a constant speed.
9) When the Photosensitive drum rotates at a constant speed and the laser beam is scanned on the Photosensitive drum at a constant speed, latent images are formed
on the Photosensitive drum.

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2.3.2 Controlling the Laser Activation Timing

2.3.2.1 Laser ON/OFF Control

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In this control, the laser driver turns on/off the 2 laser diodes (LD1, LD2) according to the laser control signal sent from the engine controller.
The following is the circuit diagram of the laser control.

Engine controller PCB Laser driver PCB

LD1 PD LD2

IC101
CPU +5V
J102 J11
-13 -1
VCC

-2 VDO1 -12 LD1 LD2

-4 /VDO1 -10 switching switching
circuit circuit
-8 VDO2 -6
-10 /VDO2 -4

Comparator Comparator

Standard voltage

IC102
ASIC -11 PDOUT -3

C16 Sample Sample C18

hold circuit hold circuit

-5 CNT0 -9
-6 CNT1 -8
Logic circuit
-7 CNT2 -7

-3/9/12 -2/5/11
GND Laser driver IC

J116-2 /BDI J31-2 BD PCB

F-2-3
The engine controller sends the laser control signals (CNT0, CNT1, CNT2) for changing the operation mode of the laser to the logic circuit in the laser driver IC,
as well as the video signals (VDO1, /VDO1, VDO2, /VDO2) for image formation.
The laser driver IC executes laser control according to the combination of the CNT0, CNT1, CNT2 signals.
The following is the combination of the laser control signal (CNT0, CNT1, CNT2).
T-2-2

Operation mode CNT0 CNT1 CNT2 Details

Standby L L L Laser control OFF
Print H H H Can emit the laser according to the video signal
LD1 forced ON L H L LD1 forcibly turned ON
LD2 forced ON H L L LD2 forcibly turned ON
LD forced OFF H H L LD1, LD2 forcibly turned OFF

2.3.2.2 Horizontal Sync Control

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This is the control to adjust the writing position in the image horizontal direction.
The following is the details of control procedure.
1) The engine controller controls the laser control signal during unblanking (*) to emit the laser diode (LD) forcibly.
2) The BD PCB exists on the scanning route of the laser beam, which is sent to the BD PCB.
3) The BD PCB detects this laser beam, creates BD input signal (/BDI) and sends it to the engine controller.
4) The engine controller creates horizontal sync signals (/BD) based on /BDI signal and sends the /BD signal to the main controller.
5) When /BD signal is input, the main controller outputs the video signal (VD0, /VD0) to the engine controller to adjust the writing position in image horizontal
direction.
*: Unblanking period
The period during which the laser diode is emitted in non-image area.

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2.3.3 Laser Control

2.3.3.1 Auto Power Control (APC)

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This is the control to emit a constant level of laser diode.

There are two types of APC; initial APC (note 1), and line space APC (note 2). The laser driver executes the same procedure for both controls. The following is the
details of the control procedure.

1) When the laser control signal enters LD1 forced ON mode (CNT0, CNT1, CNT2), the laser driver emits LD1 forcibly.
2) The emission level of LD1 is detected with photo diode (PD), converted from current output to voltage, and compared with the standard voltage (voltage equiv-
alent to the target laser level) with the comparator.
3) The laser driver controls the laser current to achieve the voltage of LD1 target level.
4) When the laser control signal enters LD forced OFF mode, the LD1 is forcibly turned off. The laser driver saves the adjusted laser intensity of the capacitor (C16).
5) When the adjustment of LD1 laser intensity is completed, the laser control signal enters LD2 forced ON mode; the laser driver emits LD2 forcibly.
The laser driver adjusts the LD2 laser intensity as in the case of LD1 and saves the adjusted laser intensity to the capacitor (C18).

1. Initial APC
APC that is executed during initial rotation. APC adjusts laser intensity and detects faults in the laser.
2. Line space APC
APC that is executed during printing. Laser intensity for one line is adjusted before writing one line.

2.3.4 Laser Scanner Motor Control

2.3.4.1 Overview
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This is the control to rotate the scanner motor at a constant speed to emit the laser beam on the correct position on the photosensitive drum.
The following is the control circuit of the scanner motor.

Engine controller Motor driver PCB Laser scanner unit

/BDI
BD PCB

CPU ASIC
Scanner motor
+24VA +24VA

Scanner driver IC

ACC
Frequency Integration Drive
comparator
circuit circuit
DEC

Reference
clock

Oscillator

X300
M

F-2-4
The engine controller creates standard clock based on oscillation frequency of the oscillator (X300); the cycles of the standard clock is compared with that of BD
input signal (/BDI) with a frequency comparator and the rotations of the scanner motor is monitored.
The engine controller sends the scanner motor acceleration signal (ACC) and scanner motor deceleration signal (DEC) to the scanner motor driver according to the
detected rotation speed to control the rotation speed.

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2.3.4.2 Scanner Motor Fault Detection

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This is the detection of faults in the laser scanner unit.

When the laser unit scanner unit falls into either of the following status, the engine controller judges it as a fault in the laser scanner unit system and notices the
status of fault to the main controller.
The operations of the host machine are stopped.
1. Fault in BD input
At startup of the scanner, /BDI signal cannot be detected within 0.1 sec from the completion of forced acceleration of the scanner motor.
2. Fault in startup
During activating the scanner motor at startup of the scanner, the motor rotation exceeds the specified range (98.3 to 102.1%).
3. Fault in control
After startup of the scanner completes correctly, /BDI signal exceeds the specified value of cycle 10 consecutive times.

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2.4 IMAGE FORMATION SYSTEM

2.4.1 Overview/Configuration

2.4.1.1 Overview
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The image formation system is the core of this equipment; it forms toner images on papers.
The image formation system is comprised of the following components.
The engine controller controls the laser scanner unit and high-voltage power supply circuit and forms images based on the video signals on papers.
The following are the details of print process for this equipment and the functions of image formation.

Fixing unit

Pressure roller

Fixing Film

Cartridge

Photosensitive drum

Laser beam Laser/scanner unit

Transfer roller

To primary charging roller

To developing cylinder
DEV
PRI
TR

Engine controller

High-voltage power supply CPU

VIDEO signal

Main controller

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2.4.1.2 Print Process

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This explains the basic process of the operations that a printer executes for image formation.
The print process of this equipment is divided largely into 5 blocks, 7 steps.
Toner images are formed on papers by executing the steps of each block in order.
The following are the blocks of print process and the steps.
1. Static latent image formation block
Step 1: Primary charging
Step2: Laser beam exposure

2. Development block
Step 3: Development

3. Transfer block
Step 4: Transfer
Step 5: Separation
4. Fixing block
Step 6: Fixing

5. Drum cleaning block

Step 7: Drum cleaning

Electrostatic latent image formation block

Paper path 2. Laser beam exposure

Rotational direction of the

drum
1. Primary charging

3. Development Development
block
Drum cleaning 7. Drum cleaning
Delivery block

6. Fixing 5. Separation 4. Transfer Pick-up

Fixing block Transfer block

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2.4.1.3 Static Latent Image Formation Block

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This block is comprised of two steps and forms static latent images on the photosensitive drum.
When the final step of this block completes, negative charge remains at dark areas on the drum surface where laser beam has not been exposed, and negative charge
is eliminated from bright areas on the drum surface with laser beam exposed. The images on the drum with negative charge are called static latent images because
human eyes cannot detect them.

Time (t)
0

Surface Exposed area

potential Unexposed area
(V)

Primary Laser Transfer Primary

charging beam (step 4) charging
(step 1) exposure (step 1)
(step 2)
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Step 1: Primary charging

For preparation of latent image formation, the surface of photosensitive drum is charged with even negative potential. In this primary charging, the charge is applied
from the primary charging roller directly to the photosensitive drum.
DC bias is applied to the primary charging roller to maintain an even potential on the surface of the photosensitive drum.

Primary charging roller

Photosensitive drum
DC bias

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Step 2: Laser beam exposure
In this step, static latent images are formed on the photosensitive drum with laser beam.
When laser beams are scanned on the photosensitive drum negatively charged, bright areas lose their charges, eliminating negative potential on the surface of the
photosensitive drum; on those portions, static latent images are formed.

Laser beam

Unexposed Exposed
area area
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2.4.1.4 Development Block

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This block is comprised of one step; it puts toners to the static latent images on the surface of the photosensitive drum and visualizes the images using toner pro-
jection development. The toner projection development makes the toner jump on the surface of the photosensitive drum and develops the images.
The toner (developer) used for this equipment is a one-component toner that comprises magnetic body and resin, etc.

Step 3: Development
Toner is affixed to static latent images on the surface of the photosensitive drum.
The toner is charged negatively by friction between the developing cylinder and the surface of the developing blade.
An area on the photosensitive drum exposed with laser beam has higher potential than the developing cylinder; the potential difference between the drum surface
and the cylinder enables the toner to jump on the drum surface and makes them visible images.
AC bias superimposed with the development DC negative bias is applied to the developing cylinder.

Blade

Developing cylinder

AC bias
Exposed area Unexposed area

Unexposed area Exposed area

DC bias

Photosensitive drum

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2.4.1.5 Transfer Block

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This block is comprised of two steps; it transfers toner images on the surface of the photosensitive drum to papers.

Step 4: Transfer
In this step, toner images on the photosensitive drum are transferred to papers.
This equipment applies DC positive bias to the transfer roller facing the photosensitive drum and charges papers positively. This enables toner negatively charged
on the surface of the photosensitive drum to be transferred to papers.

Photosensitive
drum

Media

Transfer roller

DC bias

F-2-11

Step 5: Separation
In this step, DC negative bias is applied to the static eliminator according to the elasticity of papers to separate the papers from the photosensitive drum. The static
eliminator is used to stabilize the paper feed system (prevention of toner stray that appears as polka-dots on print images in a low-temperature, low-humidity envi-
ronment), and neutralizes the electric charge at the back of papers.

Photosensitive
drum

Media

Static charge eliminator Transfer roller

F-2-12

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2.4.1.6 Fixing Block

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This block applies pressure and heat to papers and the toner on them to fix toner images to the papers.

Step 6: Fixing
This step employs on-demand fixing that fixes toner images transferred to papers on the papers.

Fixing heater
Fixing film

Toner

Media

Pressure roller

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2.4.1.7 Drum Cleaning Block

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The drum cleaning block removes the toner remained on the photosensitive drum.

Step 7: Drum cleaning

In this step, toner remained on the photosensitive drum is removed.
The cleaning blade scrapes the leftover toner on the surface of the photosensitive drum; the toner is collected into the cleaner container.
By implementing the above step, the surface of the photosensitive drum is cleaned.

Cleaning blade

Photosensitive
Cleaner container drum

F-2-14

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2.4.2 High-Voltage Control

2.4.2.1 Overview
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This circuit is comprised of the circuits that apply biases to the primary charging roller, developing cylinder, transfer roller, and the fixing control circuit. The CPU
of the engine controller controls the high-voltage power supply circuit to generate these biases. The fixing control circuit executes heater control of the fixing as-
sembly according to the instruction by the CPU of the engine controller.
The following is the block diagram of this circuit.

Engine controller

CPU High-voltage power supply

Primary
charging
high-voltage
generation PRI
primary charging roller
circuit
DEV
developing cylinder

Developing
high-voltage
generation
circuit

Transfer
high-voltage TR Transfer roller
generation
circuit

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2.4.2.2 Generating Primary Charging Bias

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The primary charging bias (PRI) is a DC negative bias that is output to apply an even negative potential to the surface of the photosensitive drum. The primary
charging high-voltage generating circuit in the high-voltage power supply circuit generates this bias.
The high-voltage power supply circuit applies the generated primary charging bias to the primary charging roller at a specified timing.
The primary charging bias varies in conjunction with the developing bias according to the information of image density sent from the main controller.

2.4.2.3 Generating Developing Bias

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The developing bias is a DC negative bias that is output to affix toner to the static latent images formed on the photosensitive drum. This bias is a development DC
and AC superimposed bias and generated by the development high-voltage generating circuit in the high-voltage power supply circuit.
The high-voltage power supply circuit applies the generated developing bias to the developing cylinder at a specified timing.
The developing bias varies in conjunction with the primary charging bias according to the information of image density sent from the main controller.

2.4.2.4 Generating Transfer Bias

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Transfer bias (TR) is a bias that is output to transfer toner to papers. There are two types of bias; DC positive bias and DC negative bias, and generated by the transfer
high-voltage generating circuit in the high-voltage power supply circuit. The DC positive bias is output at the time of toner transfer, and the DC negative bias at the
time of cleaning the photosensitive drum.
The high-voltage power supply circuit applies the generated transfer bias to the transfer roller according to each print sequence.
Each print sequence is described below.
- Cleaning bias:
The bias to move (clean) the toner attached to the transfer roller to the photosensitive drum at the time of warming up or last rotation sequence.
The transfer negative bias is applied to the transfer roller.

- Paper intervals bias:

The bias to prevent the toner remained on the photosensitive drum from attaching to the transfer roller at paper intervals during continuous printing. A minor
transfer positive bias is applied to the transfer roller.

- Print bias:
The bias to transfer the toner on the surface of the photosensitive drum to papers at the time of print sequence. The transfer positive bias is applied to the transfer
roller.

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2.4.3 Toner Cartridge

2.4.3.1 Toner Level Detection

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This equipment has no function of toner level detection.

2.4.3.2 Toner Cartridge Absence/Presence Detection

0019-9527

The engine controller detects the position of the Toner cartridge detection flag to judge the absence/presence of the Toner cartridge.
At the time of turning on the power or closing the upper cover, the engine controller judges the position of the Toner cartridge flag based on the output result of the
leading edge sensor (PS801).
When the output result of the leading edge sensor (PS801) is L, it is judged that the Toner cartridge is absent; If being H, it is judged that the Toner cartridge is
present.

Engine controller

PS801

Toner cartridge
detection flag

Leading edge
sensor detection flag

Toner cartridge = No Toner cartridge = Yes

PS801="H" PS801="L"

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The leading edge sensor performs both this detection and paper feed detection. Therefore, the engine controller cannot make a judgment of ‘Toner cartridge absent’
or ‘jam occurrence’ when jam occurs.
The engine controller judges this case as ‘Toner cartridge absent’ and notices it to the main controller.
If jam occurs when ‘Toner cartridge absent’ is detected, check if there is a fault in the leading edge sensor and the detection flag.

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2.5 PICKUP AND FEEDING SYSTEM

2.5.1 Overview/Configuration

2.5.1.1 Overview
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The pickup and feeding system executes pickup and feeding of papers and is composed of the main motor, solenoid, and rollers.
In this equipment, pickup from the pickup tray and manual feed tray is available. There is only a face-down delivery.
Papers set on the pickup tray and manual feed tray are fed by the same pickup roller. The papers are fed to the photosensitive drum, the transfer charging roller, the
fixing sleeve unit, the pressure roller and then to delivery roller in this order; and then they are delivered to the delivery tray.
The feeding route of papers has three photointerrupters; the leading edge sensor (PS801), the fixing delivery sensor (PS701), the paper width sensor (PS702). They
detect arrival and passing of papers.
If a paper does not reach or pass through each sensor within a specified time, the engine controller judges this status as jam and notices the jam occurrence to the
main controller.

Main controller

Engine controller

Pressure roller Delivery

PS702 roller

PS701
Transfer Fixing Film
roller

Photosensitive drum
M1

PS751
Pickup roller Single-sheet-pick-up tray

Multi-purpose tray
SL1

Separation pad
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PS701: Fixing delivery sensor
PS702: Paper width sensor
PS801: Leading edge sensor
M1: Main motor
SL1: Pickup solenoid

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2.5.2 Detecting Jams

2.5.2.1 Jam Detection Outline
2.5.2.1.1 Overview
0019-9529

The following sensors are installed to detect absence/presence of papers and whether papers are correctly fed.
- Fixing delivery sensor (PS701)
- Paper width sensor (PS702)
- Leading edge sensor (PS801)

PS702

PS701

PS801

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Whether jam occurs or not is judged according to whether a paper is absent/present on the sensor at the check timing that has been stored in the CPU of the engine
controller.
When the engine controller judged that jam has occurred, print operation is stopped and jam occurrence is noticed to the main controller.

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2.5.2.2 Delay Jams

2.5.2.2.1 Delivery Delay Jam
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- If there is no paper ahead on paper path:

CPU detects delivery delay jam in the case that the sheet (to print) does not reach the fixing delivery sensor (PS701) within 1.5 sec (approximately) after it reaches
the leading edge sensor (PS801).
- If there is paper ahead on paper path:
CPU detects delivery delay jam in the case that 1st sheet (to print) is detected by the fixing delivery sensor (PS701) 1.5 sec (approximately) after the 2nd sheet (to
print) reaches the leading edge sensor (PS801).
2.5.2.3 Stationary Jams
2.5.2.3.1 Pickup Stationary Jam
0019-9531

CPU detects pickup stationary jam in the case that the sheet (to print) is detected 5.6 sec (approximately) after it reaches the leading edge sensor (PS801).
2.5.2.3.2 Delivery Stationary Jam
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If 0.9 sec passes after the leading edge sensor (PS801) detects the paper absent and, in addition, the fixing delivery sensor (PS701) cannot detect the paper within
approx 0.4 sec after that, CPU determines the delivery stationary JAM.
2.5.2.4 Other Jams
2.5.2.4.1 Fixing Take-up Jam
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CPU detects fixing take-up jam in the case that the fixing delivery sensor (PS701) detects absence of paper (no paper) for 0.9 sec (approximately) after the sheet
(to print) reaches the fixing delivery sensor (PS701) and the leading edge sensor (PS801) detects absence of paper (no sheet).
2.5.2.4.2 Remaining Jam at Start-up
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CPU detects residual jam when meeting the following conditions:

- If either of the fixing delivery sensor (PS701), the paper width sensor (PS702) or the leading edge sensor (PS801) detects a sheet (to print) when the power is
turned ON or the door is open.
- If either of the fixing delivery sensor (PS701), the paper width sensor (PS702) or the leading edge sensor (PS801) detects a sheet (to print) after Auto Delivery*
is completed.

*Auto Delivery function

This function is to deliver the residual paper automatically when the delivery tray is opened at power-on or at a start of print operation.
During initial operation, if the leading edge sensor (PS801) detects the paper, CPU determines that there is the residual paper at startup and informs it to the main
controller, then stops a printer. After that, when the auto delivery is instructed by the main controller, CPU drives the motor and delivers the residual paper to the
outside of the machine.

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2.6 EXTERNAL AND CONTROLS SYSTEM

2.6.1 Power Supply

2.6.1.1 Power Supply
2.6.1.1.1 Low voltage power circuit
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This circuit is to convert the AC power that is input by the power receptacle to the DC power and supply it to each load.
AC power is supplied to the low voltage circuit when the power switch (SW1) is turned ON. Then, AC power is converted to the DC power; +24V, +5V or
+3.3V that is required for printer in this circuit.
The following is the block diagram of low voltage circuit and the DC power supply route.

Engine controller

Low-voltage power supply

FU101

Fixing High-voltage
control power supply

Noise filter

FU201
(110-127V model only)

Noise filter

+24V

Frequency detection circuit FREQSNS

(220-240V model only)

SW501
+24V
+24V
generation circuit PWSV

+24V
+24V
output switch circuit 24VOFF

CPU
+5V +5V
generation circuit

+3.3V +3.3V
Protection
generation circuit
circuit

+3.3V
+3.3V
output switch circuit +3.3VOFF

+3.3V

SW502

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2.6.1.2 Protective Functions

2.6.1.2.1 Power protective function
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Low voltage power circuit carries the overcurrent preventive function against and overvoltage preventive function that block the voltage output automatically to
prevent the power circuit brokerage when the overcurrent or overvoltage occur due to load errors such as short circuit etc.
Thus, when the DC power cannot be output from the low voltage circuit, the protective function against overcurrent or overvoltage may be working. Turn OFF the
power switch (SW1) to fix load errors and turn ON the switch again (see note 1).
Also the circuit carries the 2 fuses (FU101, FU102) as a preventive function (see note 2). The fuses blow to block the power supply when overcurrent occurs in AC
line.

1. When restoring the low voltage power after protective function is activated, leave it for 2 minutes or more from turning off the switch or plugging out before turning
ON.
2. 200V series products carry FU101 fuse only.

2.6.1.2.2 Safety function

0019-9543

The host machine equips the function of stopping 24V of fixing assembly and the high voltage power unit to avoid users and engineers from getting burned or
electric shock.
When the cartridge door is opened, the interlock switch (SW501) is turned off and 24V supplied to fixing assembly and the high voltage power unit is shut.
Engine controller CPU determines the door open when each interlock switch is turned OFF.

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2.7 ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM

2.7.1 Main Controller

2.7.1.1 General description

0019-9544

Main controller receives the print information from the external devices (computer etc.) through the interface cable.
Print information is divided into 2 types such as CAPT command data to handle the printer status or specific data and the dot data to printout.
After the main controller receives the dot data, it creates the video data and send it to the engine controller.
CAPT command data is the data to monitor the printer status from the external device using interface.
When this data arrives, the main controller communicates with the engine controller and sends the printer status to the external devices.

External device

CAPT command data/dot data

USB interface

ASIC

DRAM EEPROM CPU

Main controller Video interface

Video command data/Command status data

Engine controller

F-2-20

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2.7.2 Engine Controller

2.7.2.1 General description

0019-9545

Engine controller is the circuit to control the operation sequence of the host machine and it is controlled by the CPU inside the engine controller.
When the power is turned ON and DC power is supplied through the low voltage power inside engine controller, CPU starts the printer operation control.
Then, CPU drives the loads such as laser diode, motors and solenoids etc. according to the image data that is input by the main controller when status becomes
stand-by mode.
The following is the block diagram of this circuit.

Engine controller

Motor

Fixing unit Fixing control

Solenoid
Low-voltage
AC input
power supply
CPU
Sensor

Transfer roller
High-voltage
power supply
Toner Cartridge

Switch

Main controller Laser scanner

unit

F-2-21

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2.8 FIXING UNIT/DELIVERY SYSTEM

2.8.1 Overview/Configuration

2.8.1.1 Overview
0019-9535

Fixing/delivery system consists of the fixing film unit, pressure roller and delivery roller etc.
These rollers are driven by the main motor (M1).
The paper that toner is transferred to are heated by the fixing heater of the fixing film unit and pressured by the pressure roller.
The paper that toner is fused on is delivered from the fixing assembly, detected by the fixing delivery sensor (PS701) and the paper width sensor (PS702), and then
delivered to the delivery tray by the delivery roller.

[3]

PS702
PS701
M1

[2] [1]
F-2-22

[1] Fixing film unit

[2] Pressure roller
[3] Delivery roller
PS701 Fixing delivery sensor
PS702 Paper width sensor
M1 Main motor

2.8.1.2 Main Parts of Fixing Unit

0019-9536

Engine controller

FIXING HEATER Fixing control CPU

H1 DRIVE signal

TH1
Fixing heater
TP1 drive circuit

Pressure roller
Fixing heater
FIXING TEMPERATURE signal safety circuit

Fixing film
F-2-23

H1 : Fixing heater For heating the fixing film (ceramic heater) 1 pc

TH1 : Main thermistor For controlling the fixing heater temperature (contact type thermistor) 1 pc
TP1 : Temperature fuse For detecting the fixing heater overheat (non-contact type fuse) 1 pc
When the heater overheats, the fuse melts to cut the power supply to the heater.

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2.8.2 Various Control Mechanisms

2.8.2.1 Fixing Temperature Control
2.8.2.1.1 Fixing Temperature Control
0019-9537

The fixing temperature control is to keep the fixing heater in the fixing film unit to the specified temperature.
The engine controller monitors the fixing heater temperature detection signal (FSRTH) and outputs the fixing heater drive signal (FSRD) according to the detected
temperature.
The fixing heater drive PCB controls the fixing heater according to this signal to keep the fixing heater temperature within the target values.

Engine controller

Fixing control
Low-voltage
CPU power supply +24V

FU101
Relay drive
circuit

FREQSNS
Frequency RL101
detection
circuit

(220-240V model only)

Fixing heater
safety circuit

FSRD
Fixing heater
drive circuit
24VOFF

FSRTH

Fixing heater (H1)

Thermistor (TH1)

Pressure roller

Fixing film
Thermal fuse (TP1)
F-2-24
There are 8 types of target fixing temperature depending on the fixing mode.
These types are according to the paper type settings and resolution settings on a driver.
T-2-3

Settings on Printer Driver

Target fixing temperature
Paper type settings Resolution settings (sub scanning)
Plain paper 600 dpi 175 to 170 deg C
Plain paper L 600 dpi 160 to 165 deg C
Thick paper 600 dpi 185 to 195 deg C
Thick paper H 600 dpi 190 to 195 deg C
Transparency 600 dpi 160 to 165 deg C
Postcard/postcard H 600 dpi 193 to 198 deg C
Envelope 600 dpi 175 to 180 deg C
Labels 600 dpi 185 to 195 deg C

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2.8.2.2 Protective Functions

2.8.2.2.1 Protective Function of Fixing Unit
0019-9538

Host machine carries the following 3 functions to prevent the fixing heater from overheating.

1) Protective function by CPU

CPU of engine controller monitors the thermistor (TH1) temperature consistently.
When TH1 reaches approx 220 deg C, CPU determines that the fixing heater is overheating and stops the fixing heater drive signal (FSRD) output and also turns
OFF relays to shut the power supply to fixing heater.

2) Protection function by fixing heater safety circuit

Fixing heater safety circuit monitors the thermistor (TH1) temperature consistently.
When TH1 reaches approx 235 deg C, it determines that the fixing heater is overheating and the fixing heater safety circuit turns OFF the relay drive circuit to
shut the power supply to the fixing heater.

3) Protection function by temperature fuse (TP1)

When the fixing heater temperature rises abnormally and temperature fuse (TP1) temperature reaches approx 226 deg C, TP1 opens to shut the power supply to
the fixing heater.
2.8.2.2.2 Error detection
0019-9539

CPU of engine controller determines the fixing assembly error and shuts the fixing heater drive signal (FSRD) and also turns OFF relays to shut the power supply
to the fixing heater in the following cases. Also, it notifies the error status to the main controller simultaneously.

1) Startup error detection

When thermistor temperature does not reach 55 deg C within 1.5 sec from heater ON.
2) Abnormal low temperature error
- After heater ON, when the thermistor detects the temperature of 100 deg C or below at printing after the thermistor temperature reaches 50 deg C.
- After heater ON, when the thermistor detects the temperature of 55 deg C or below at sheet interval or in cleaning mode after thermistor temperature reaches
50 deg C.

3) Overheat error
When the thermistor detects the temperature of 220 deg C or over 30 times consecutively.

4) Frequency detection circuit error (200-240V series only)

When it cannot detect the frequency detection signal during operating the fixing assembly even once for approx. 3.0 consecutive sec.

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2.8.3 Other Functions

2.8.3.1 Throughput Down Control

0019-9540

This machine performs the throughput down control that extends the paper interval and lower the printing speed to prevent the edge of the fixing heater from over-
heating at continuous printing of small paper (the paper with narrow width) and to prevent the fixing heater unit from overheating at high-volume continuous print-
ing.
An extended paper interval lowers the fixing heater temperature between the papers, preventing the edge of the roller of fixing assembly and the delivery unit from
overheating.
This control has the following 3 modes and the operation sequence differs depending on each modes.

Mode 1: sequence (For prevention of temperature increase in the edge)

Condition: paper length is 264 mm or shorter
Operation: print speed drops according to the setting item (paper type) on the printer driver

18
[1]

17

16

15

14

13

12

11

10
[2] [3]
9
Print
8
Speed
(ppm) 7

0
3 6 11 21 41
The number of sheets of
continuous print (sheets)
F-2-25
T-2-4

No. Paper type Target fixing temperature

[1] Plain paper 175 to 170 deg C
[2] Rough 1/Rough 2 185 to 195 deg C
[3] Envelope 155 to 180 deg C

Mode 2: sequence (For prevention of temperature increase in the edge)

Condition: paper length is 264 mm or longer while paper width is 190 mm or shorter
Operation: print speed drops to 3 ppm from the 2nd sheet of continuous print

Mode 3: sequence (For prevention of temperature increase in the delivery unit)

Condition: paper width is 190 mm or longer
Operation: print speed drops to 6 ppm from the 251st sheet of continuous

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 Contents

Contents

3.1 EXTERNAL AND CONTROLS SYSTEM ..................................................................................................................3-1

3.1.1 Rear Cover ................................................................................................................................................................................... 3-1
3.1.1.1 Before Removing the Rear Cover ...................................................................................................................................................................3-1
3.1.1.2 Removing the Rear Cover ...............................................................................................................................................................................3-1
3.1.2 Right Cover .................................................................................................................................................................................. 3-1
3.1.2.1 Before Removing the Right Cover..................................................................................................................................................................3-1
3.1.2.2 Removing the Right Cover..............................................................................................................................................................................3-1
3.1.3 Left Cover .................................................................................................................................................................................... 3-1
3.1.3.1 Before Removing the Left Cover ....................................................................................................................................................................3-1
3.1.3.2 Removing the Left Cover................................................................................................................................................................................3-1
3.1.4 Upper Cover................................................................................................................................................................................. 3-2
3.1.4.1 Removing the Upper Cover ............................................................................................................................................................................3-2
3.1.5 Front Cover .................................................................................................................................................................................. 3-3
3.1.5.1 Before Removing the Front Cover ..................................................................................................................................................................3-3
3.1.5.2 Removing the Front Cover..............................................................................................................................................................................3-3
3.1.6 Delivery Tray ............................................................................................................................................................................... 3-3
3.1.6.1 Removing the Delivery Auxiliary Tray ..........................................................................................................................................................3-3
3.1.7 Pickup Tray .................................................................................................................................................................................. 3-3
3.1.7.1 Before Removing the Pickup Tray..................................................................................................................................................................3-3
3.1.7.2 Removing the Pickup Tray Unit .....................................................................................................................................................................3-3
3.1.8 Drive Unit .................................................................................................................................................................................... 3-4
3.1.8.1 Before Removing the Drive Belt.....................................................................................................................................................................3-4
3.1.8.2 Removing the Drive Belt ................................................................................................................................................................................3-4
3.1.9 Main Drive Unit ........................................................................................................................................................................... 3-5
3.1.9.1 Before Removing the Main Motor ..................................................................................................................................................................3-5
3.1.9.2 Removing the Main Motor..............................................................................................................................................................................3-5
3.1.10 Engine controller board.............................................................................................................................................................. 3-7
3.1.10.1 Before Removing the Engine Controller PCB ..............................................................................................................................................3-7
3.1.10.2 Removing the Engine Controller PCB..........................................................................................................................................................3-7
3.1.11 Main Controller PCB ................................................................................................................................................................. 3-8
3.1.11.1 Before Removing the Main Controller PCB.................................................................................................................................................3-8
3.1.11.2 Removing the Main Controller PCB.............................................................................................................................................................3-8
3.1.12 Top sensor .................................................................................................................................................................................. 3-8
3.1.12.1 Before Removing the Paper Lead Edge Sensor ............................................................................................................................................3-8
3.1.12.2 Removing the Paper Lead Edge Sensor ........................................................................................................................................................3-8
3.1.13 Sensor Boade ............................................................................................................................................................................. 3-9
3.1.13.1 Before Removing the Sensor PCB................................................................................................................................................................3-9
3.1.13.2 Removing the Sensor PCB............................................................................................................................................................................3-9
3.2 LASER EXPOSURE SYSTEM...................................................................................................................................3-10
3.2.1 Laser Scanner Unit..................................................................................................................................................................... 3-10
3.2.1.1 Before Removing the Laser Scanner Unit ....................................................................................................................................................3-10
3.2.1.2 Removing the Laser Scanner Unit ................................................................................................................................................................3-10
3.3 IMAGE FORMATION SYSTEM ...............................................................................................................................3-11
3.3.1 Transfer Charging Roller ........................................................................................................................................................... 3-11
3.3.1.1 Removing the Transfer Roller.......................................................................................................................................................................3-11
3.3.2 Memory Tag Contact Unit ......................................................................................................................................................... 3-12
3.3.2.1 Before Removing the Memory Contact Unit ................................................................................................................................................3-12
3.3.2.2 Removing the Memory Contact Unit ............................................................................................................................................................3-12
3.4 PICKUP AND FEEDING SYSTEM ...........................................................................................................................3-14
3.4.1 Pickup Unit ................................................................................................................................................................................ 3-14
3.4.1.1 Before Removing the Pickup Unit ................................................................................................................................................................3-14
3.4.1.2 Removing the Pickup Unit ............................................................................................................................................................................3-14
3.4.2 Cassette Pickup Roller ............................................................................................................................................................... 3-15
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3.4.2.1 Removing the Pickup Roller......................................................................................................................................................................... 3-15

3.4.3 Cassette Pickup solenoid............................................................................................................................................................ 3-15
3.4.3.1 Before Removing the Pickup Solenoid......................................................................................................................................................... 3-15
3.4.3.2 Removing the Pickup Solenoid..................................................................................................................................................................... 3-16
3.4.4 Cassette Separation Pad ............................................................................................................................................................. 3-16
3.4.4.1 Removing the Separation Pad....................................................................................................................................................................... 3-16
3.5 FIXING SYSTEM....................................................................................................................................................... 3-16
3.5.1 Fixing Unit ................................................................................................................................................................................. 3-16
3.5.1.1 Before Removing the Fixing Unit ................................................................................................................................................................ 3-16
3.5.1.2 Removing the Fixing Unit ............................................................................................................................................................................ 3-16
3.5.2 Fixing Film Unit ........................................................................................................................................................................ 3-17
3.5.2.1 Before Removing the Fixing Film Unit ........................................................................................................................................................ 3-17
3.5.2.2 Removing the Fixing Film Unit.................................................................................................................................................................... 3-17
3.5.3 Fixing Pressure Roller................................................................................................................................................................ 3-18
3.5.3.1 Before Removing the Fixing Pressure Roller ............................................................................................................................................... 3-18
3.5.3.2 Removing the Fixing Pressure Roller ........................................................................................................................................................... 3-18
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3.1 EXTERNAL AND CONTROLS SYSTEM 3.1.2 Right Cover

3.1.2.1 Before Removing the Right Cover

3.1.1 Rear Cover 0019-7715

1) Remove the upper cover. (page 3-2)Reference[Removing the Upper

3.1.1.1 Before Removing the Rear Cover Cover]
0019-7719

1) Remove the upper cover. (page 3-2)Reference[Removing the Upper 3.1.2.2 Removing the Right Cover
Cover] 0019-7716

2) Remove the left cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Left Cover] 1) Remove the screw [1] to remove the 3 claws [2].
3) Remove the right cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Right Cov- 2) While removing the 2 hooks [3], remove the right cover [4] in the direc-
er] tion of the arrow.

3.1.1.2 Removing the Rear Cover [2]

0019-7720

1) Remove the 2 claws [1].

2) While removing the 2 hooks [2], remove the rear cover [3].

[2] [3]

[1]

[1]

[2]

[2]

[1]
F-3-1

MEMO:
When removing the claws at both sides (left and right), use a flat-blade
screwdriver [1] to lift the claw [2] as shown in the figure to release from the
hole[3].
[4]
[2] [1]

[3]

[3]
F-3-2

3.1.3 Left Cover

3.1.3.1 Before Removing the Left Cover

0019-7717

1) Remove the upper cover. (page 3-2)Reference[Removing the Upper

Cover]

[2] 3.1.3.2 Removing the Left Cover

0019-7718

1) Remove the screw [1] to remove the 3 claws [2].

2) While removing the 2 hooks [3], remove the left cover [4] in the direction
of the arrow.

[3] [1]

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[1]

[2]

[2] [2]

[1]
F-3-5
[4]
3) Remove the 3 claws [1] of the upper cover in the direction of arrow [A].
4) While removing the 3 hooks [2], remove the upper cover [3] in the direc-
tion of arrow [B].

[A]
[3]

[3]
F-3-3
[1]

3.1.4 Upper Cover

3.1.4.1 Removing the Upper Cover

0019-7713

1) Open the delivery auxiliary tray [1] and the delivery tray [2]. [1]
[2]

[3]

[B]

[1]

[2]
F-3-6
F-3-4
2) Remove the 2 screws [1] to remove the cartridge arm [2].
Points to Note at Installation
- Be sure to install the 2 fixing pressure arms [2] located at both sides (left
and right) into the 2 holes [1] located at both sides of the delivery tray.
- Be sure to install the cartridge lock arm [4] into the arm attaching hole [3]
of the delivery tray.

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[1]
[3] [2]

[2] [3]

[4]

[3] [2]

[1]

[1]

F-3-8
[2]
3.1.7 Pickup Tray

3.1.7.1 Before Removing the Pickup Tray

0019-7787

3.1.5 Front Cover 1) Remove the upper cover. (page 3-2)Reference[Removing the Upper
Cover]
3.1.5.1 Before Removing the Front Cover 2) Remove the left cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Left Cover]
0019-7784
3) Remove the right cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Right Cov-
1) Remove the upper cover. (page 3-2)Reference[Removing the Upper er]
Cover] 4) Remove the front cover. (page 3-3)Reference[Removing the Front Cov-
2) Remove the left cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Left Cover] er]
3) Remove the right cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Right Cov- 5) Remove the rear cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Rear Cover]
er] 6) Remove the separation pad. (page 3-16)Reference[Removing the Sepa-
ration Pad]
3.1.5.2 Removing the Front Cover
0019-7786
3.1.7.2 Removing the Pickup Tray Unit
1) Remove the 2 claws [1] in the direction of arrow [A]. 0019-7789

2) While removing the 5 hooks [2] in the direction of arrow [B], remove the 1) Remove the 4 screws [1].
front cover [3].

[2] [3]
[2]

[B]

[A]

[A] [1]
F-3-9
2) Change the orientation of host machine [1] in the direction of the arrow.

[1]
F-3-7

MEMO:
- When installing the front cover, be sure to fit the 5 hooks into the holes
first, and then install the front cover.

3.1.6 Delivery Tray

3.1.6.1 Removing the Delivery Auxiliary Tray

1) Remove the delivery auxiliary tray [1].
0019-7714
[1]
- 2 shafts [2] F-3-10
- 2 shaft supports [3] 3) Remove the 6 screws [1].

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4) Remove the 2 projections [3] from the 2 boss holes [2] at both sides (left
and right) to remove the pickup tray unit [4]. [1]

[3]
[2]

[3] [2]
[1]
[2] [3]

[1] [3]
[1]

[2]
[1]
[4]
F-3-11 [1]
3.1.8 Drive Unit

3.1.8.1 Before Removing the Drive Belt

0019-7810

1) Remove the upper cover. (page 3-2)Reference[Removing the Upper

Cover]
2) Remove the right cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Right Cov-
er]

3.1.8.2 Removing the Drive Belt

0019-7811

1) Remove the tension unit [1].

- 1 screw [2]

[2]
F-3-13
3) Remove the 2 gears [1].

[1]

[1] [2]
F-3-12
2) Remove the drive cover [1].
- 4 screws [2]

Point to Note at Installation

When removing the 4 screws [1], be sure to hold the drive cover [2] with
[1]
your hand to remove (because the spring [3] in the drive cover can be lost). F-3-14
4) Remove the drive belt [1].

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3.1.9 Main Drive Unit

3.1.9.1 Before Removing the Main Motor

0019-7835

1) Remove the upper cover. (page 3-2)Reference[Removing the Upper

Cover]
2) Remove the left cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Left Cover]
3) Remove the right cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Right Cov-
er]
4) Remove the front cover. (page 3-3)Reference[Removing the Front Cov-
er]

3.1.9.2 Removing the Main Motor

0019-7836

1) Remove the tension unit [1].

- 1 screw [2]

[1]
F-3-15

Point to Note at Installation

- When installing the drive gear, be sure to follow the number order
described below.

[2] [1] [4] [3] [8]

[1]
[2]
F-3-16
2) Remove the scanner sub cover [1].
- 1 screw [2]
[9]

[5] [7] [6]

[1] Primary decelerating pulley
[2] Timing belt
[3] Fixing latchet gear
[4] Fixing transmission gear
[5] Cartridge transmission gear
[6] Coupling gear
[7] Feed decelerating gear
[8] Pressure spring
[9] Pressure spring
- When installing the drive cover [1], be sure to fit the shafts into the 7 shaft
holes [2] to install.

[2]

[2]

[1]
F-3-17
[1]
3) Remove the scanner cover [1].
- 3 screws [2]

[2]

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[2] [2] [1] [2]

[2]

[1]
F-3-18
4) Disconnect the connector [1].

[1]

[1]

F-3-20
6) Free the motor harness [2] from the harness guide [1].
7) Remove the motor guide [3].
- 1 screw [4]

[2] [1] [4]

F-3-19
5) Remove the motor driver PCB [1].
- 3 claws [2]

[3]

[3]
F-3-21
8) Remove the main motor [1].
- 2 screws [2]

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[2] [1]

[1] [2]
[3]
F-3-22

Point to Note at Installation

- When installing the laser scanner cover [1], be sure to put the shutter lever
[2] through the scanner cover's hole [3].

[3] [2] [1]

F-3-23
2) Remove the terminal [1] to free the harness [3] from the harness guide [2].

[3] [2]

3.1.10 Engine controller board

3.1.10.1 Before Removing the Engine Controller PCB

0019-8114

1) Remove the upper cover. (page 3-2)Reference[Removing the Upper

Cover]
2) Remove the left cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Left Cover]
3) Remove the right cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Right Cov-
er]
4) Remove the rear cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Rear Cover]
5) Remove the main controller PCB. (page 3-8)Reference[Removing the [1]
Main Controller PCB]
F-3-24
3.1.10.2 Removing the Engine Controller PCB 3) Disconnect the 2 flat cables [1] and the 5 connectors [2] to free the harness
0019-8115
from the guide [3].
1) Remove the rear inner cover [1]. 4) Remove the engine controller PCB [4].
- 1 screw [2] - 3 screws (with spring washer, binding) [5]
- 2 claws [3] - 1 screw (TP) [6]
- 1 screw (with toothed washer, binding) [7]

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[3] [2] [1] [4] [1] [3]

[2]

[4]

[7]

[2] [6] [5]

F-3-25
[4] [2]
F-3-26
Point to Note at Installation
When installing the terminal [1], be sure to make it in contact with the 2) Remove the claw [1] to remove the guide [2].
contact spring [2] as shown in the figure below. 3) Remove the main controller PCB [3].
- 4 screws [4]
- 1 cover [5]
- 1 fixing plate [6]

[4] [2]
[1]

[6]
[2] [1] [3]
[5]
3.1.11 Main Controller PCB
[4]
3.1.11.1 Before Removing the Main Controller PCB F-3-27
0019-7888

1) Remove the upper cover. (page 3-2)Reference[Removing the Upper

Cover] 3.1.12 Top sensor
2) Remove the left cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Left Cover]
3.1.12.1 Before Removing the Paper Lead Edge Sensor
3.1.11.2 Removing the Main Controller PCB 0019-8137

0019-7890 1) Remove the upper cover. (page 3-2)Reference[Removing the Upper

1) Remove the main controller unit [1]. Cover]
- 1 flat cable [2] 2) Remove the left cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Left Cover]
- 1 screw (with washer) [3] 3) Remove the right cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Right Cov-
- 2 screws (TP) [4] er]
4) Remove the rear cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Rear Cover]
5) Remove the main controller PCB. (page 3-8)Reference[Removing the
Main Controller PCB]

3.1.12.2 Removing the Paper Lead Edge Sensor

0019-8139

1) Remove the rear inner cover [1].

- 1 screw [2]
- 2 claws [3]

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[2] [1] [2] [3]

[4]

[5] [1]
[3]

[1]

F-3-30

Point to Note at Installation

When installing the terminal [1], be sure to make it in contact with the
terminal spring [2] as shown in the figure below.
F-3-28
2) Remove the terminal [1] and free the harness [3] from the harness guide
[2].

[3] [2]

[2] [1]

3.1.13 Sensor Boade

[1] 3.1.13.1 Before Removing the Sensor PCB

0019-8142

F-3-29 1) Remove the upper cover. (page 3-2)Reference[Removing the Upper

3) Disconnect the 4 connectors [1] and free the harness [3] from the harness Cover]
guide [2]. 2) Remove the left cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Left Cover]
4) Remove the paper lead edge sensor [4]. 3) Remove the right cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Right Cov-
- 2 claws [5] er]
4) Remove the rear cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Rear Cover]
5) Remove the main controller PCB. (page 3-8)Reference[Removing the
Main Controller PCB]

3.1.13.2 Removing the Sensor PCB

0019-8143

1) Remove the rear inner cover [1].

- 1 screw [2]
- 2 claws [3]

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[2] [1] [5] [6] [2] [3]

[4]

[1]
[3]

[1]

F-3-33

Point to Note at Installation

When installing the terminal [1], be sure to make it in contact with the
F-3-31 contact spring [2] as shown in the figure below.
2) Remove the terminal [1] and free the harness [3] from the harness guide
[2].

[3] [2]

[2] [1]

3.2 LASER EXPOSURE SYSTEM

[1]
F-3-32
3.2.1 Laser Scanner Unit
3) Disconnect the 4 connectors [1] and free the harness [3] from the harness
guide [2].
4) Remove the sensor PCB [4]. 3.2.1.1 Before Removing the Laser Scanner Unit
0019-7857

- 1 connector [5] 1) Remove the upper cover. (page 3-2)Reference[Removing the Upper
- 2 claws [6] Cover]
2) Remove the left cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Left Cover]
3) Remove the right cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Right Cov-
er]
4) Remove the front cover. (page 3-3)Reference[Removing the Front Cov-
er]

3.2.1.2 Removing the Laser Scanner Unit

0019-7858

1) Remove the scanner sub cover [1].

- 1 screw [2]

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[3] [2] [1]

[2]

[1]

F-3-34
2) Remove the scanner cover [1].
- 3 screws [2]
3.3 IMAGE FORMATION SYSTEM

3.3.1 Transfer Charging Roller

[2]
3.3.1.1 Removing the Transfer Roller
0019-8534

1) Open the delivery auxiliary tray [1] and the delivery tray [2].
2) While pressing the 2 claws [3], remove the transfer roller [4].

- Do not touch the transfer roller when removing it.

[1]
[1]

[2]
F-3-35
3) Remove the laser scanner unit [1].
- 1 flat cable [2]
- 1 connector [3]
- 4 screws [4]

- Do not disassemble the laser scanner unit because it needs adjustment.

[4]

[3]

[1]

[2]
F-3-36

Point to Note at Installation

- When installing the laser scanner cover [1], be sure to put the shutter lever
[2] through the scanner cover's hole [3].

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[3]

[2]

[4] [2] [1]

[2]
F-3-39
3) Disconnect the connector [1] and take out the connector [1] from the side
plate hole [2].

[2]

[1] [1]
F-3-37 F-3-40

3.3.2 Memory Tag Contact Unit 4) Free the harness [2] from the guide [1] and take out the harness [2] from
the guide hole [3].
3.3.2.1 Before Removing the Memory Contact Unit [2] [3]
0019-9235

1) Remove the upper cover. (page 3-2)Reference[Removing the Upper

Cover]
2) Remove the left cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Left Cover]
3) Remove the right cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Right Cov-
er]
4) Remove the front cover. (page 3-3)Reference[Removing the Front Cov-
er]
5) Remove the rear cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Rear Cover]
6) Remove the separation pad. (page 3-16)Reference[Removing the Sepa-
ration Pad]
7) Remove the pickup tray unit. (page 3-3)Reference[Removing the Pick-
up Tray Unit]

3.3.2.2 Removing the Memory Contact Unit

0019-9236

1) Remove the scanner sub cover [1]. [1]

- 1 screw [2]

F-3-41
5) Change the orientation of the host machine [1] in the direction of the ar-
row.

[2]

[1]

F-3-38
2) Remove the scanner cover [1].
- 3 screws [2]

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[1] [1]
[2]

F-3-42
6) Free the harness [2] from the harness guide [1] and take out the harness F-3-45
[2] from the gap [3].
9) Lift the memory contact unit [1] in the direction of the arrow to remove
the claw [2] at lower side.
[2]
[1]

[1]

[3]

F-3-43
7) Change the orientation of the host machine [1] in the direction of the ar-
row. [2]
[1] F-3-46
10) Remove the memory contact unit [1].
- 2 hooks [2]
- 1 spring [3]

[3] [1] [2]

F-3-44
8) Free the harness [2] from the harness guide [1].

F-3-47

Point to Note at Installation

- When installing the laser scanner cover [1], be sure to put the shutter lever
[2] through the scanner cover's tube [3].
- Be sure to check that the shutter lever [2] moves up and down in the
scanner cover's tube [3].

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[3] [2] [1]

3.4 PICKUP AND FEEDING SYSTEM

[1] [1]
3.4.1 Pickup Unit
F-3-49
3.4.1.1 Before Removing the Pickup Unit
0019-8386 3) Remove the terminal [1] and free the harness [3] from the harness guide
1) Remove the upper cover. (page 3-2)Reference[Removing the Upper [2].
Cover]
2) Remove the left cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Left Cover] [3] [2]
3) Remove the right cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Right Cov-
er]
4) Remove the rear cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Rear Cover]
5) Remove the main controller PCB. (page 3-8)Reference[Removing the
Main Controller PCB]
6) Remove the separation pad. (page 3-16)Reference[Removing the Sepa-
ration Pad]

3.4.1.2 Removing the Pickup Unit

0019-8389

1) Remove the rear inner cover [1].

- 1 screw [2]
- 2 claws [3]

[2] [1]

[1]
F-3-50
4) Disconnect the 4 connectors [1].
5) Free the harness [3] from the harness guide [2].

[2] [3]

[3]

[1]

[1]
F-3-48
2) Remove the shaft retainer [1].
F-3-51
6) Remove the pickup unit [1].
- 6 screws [2]
- 2 hooks [3]

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[2] [3] [1] [2] [1]

[2]
[2]
F-3-52

Point to Note at Installation

When installing the pickup unit [1], be sure to make the contact spring [2]
in contact with [A] area.
Be sure to make the grounding contact point [3] in contact with [B] area.

[1]

[3]

[1] [3] [2] [A] [B]

Point to Note at Installation

When installing the terminal [1], be sure to make it in contact with the
contact spring [2] as shown in the figure below.

[2] [1]
[4]
3.4.2 Cassette Pickup Roller
F-3-53
3.4.2.1 Removing the Pickup Roller
0019-8535 3.4.3 Cassette Pickup solenoid
1) Open the delivery auxiliary tray [1] and the delivery tray [2].
2) Open the 2 claws at both sides (left and right) to remove the pickup roller
[4]. 3.4.3.1 Before Removing the Pickup Solenoid
0019-8392

1) Remove the upper cover. (page 3-2)Reference[Removing the Upper

Cover]
2) Remove the left cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Left Cover]
- Do not touch the transfer roller when removing it.
3) Remove the right cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Right Cov-
er]

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4) Remove the rear cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Rear Cover] 3.5 FIXING SYSTEM
5) Remove the main controller PCB. (page 3-8)Reference[Removing the
Main Controller PCB]
6) Remove the separation pad. (page 3-16)Reference[Removing the Sepa- 3.5.1 Fixing Unit
ration Pad]
7) Remove the pickup unit. (page 3-14)Reference[Removing the Pickup 3.5.1.1 Before Removing the Fixing Unit
Unit] 0019-8410

1) Remove the upper cover. (page 3-2)Reference[Removing the Upper

3.4.3.2 Removing the Pickup Solenoid Cover]
0019-8393 2) Remove the left cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Left Cover]
1) Free the solenoid harness [1] from the harness guide [2]. 3) Remove the right cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Right Cov-
er]
[2] 4) Remove the rear cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Rear Cover]
5) Remove the main controller PCB. (page 3-8)Reference[Removing the
[1] Main Controller PCB]

3.5.1.2 Removing the Fixing Unit

0019-8411

1) Remove the rear inner cover [1].

- 1 screw [2]
- 2 claws [3]

[2] [1]

F-3-54
2) Remove the screw [1] and move the solenoid arm [2] in the direction of
arrow [A] to remove the pickup solenoid [3].

[3]
[2]

[A]
[1]

[3]
F-3-55

3.4.4 Cassette Separation Pad F-3-57

2) Remove the terminal [1] and free the harness [3] from the harness guide
3.4.4.1 Removing the Separation Pad [2].
0019-8472

1) Remove the separation pad [1]. [3] [2]

- 2 screws [2]
- 2 hooks [3]

[2]

[1]
F-3-58
[1]
3) Disconnect the 4 connectors [1].
4) Free the harness [3] from the harness guide [2].
5) Free the fixing harness [5] from the harness holder [4].
[3]
F-3-56

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[1] [2]
[2] [3]

[5]

[4] [1]

[3]

[1]

F-3-59
6) Remove the harness holder [1].
- 1 claw [2]

[2]
[1]

Point to Note at Installation

When installing the terminal [1], be sure to make it in contact with the
contact spring [2] as shown in the figure below.

F-3-60
7) Remove the fixing assembly [1].
- 3 screws [2]

[2] [1]

[2]

[2] [1]

3.5.2 Fixing Film Unit

3.5.2.1 Before Removing the Fixing Film Unit

0019-8451

1) Remove the upper cover. (page 3-2)Reference[Removing the Upper

Cover]
2) Remove the left cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Left Cover]
3) Remove the right cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Right Cov-
er]
4) Remove the rear cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Rear Cover]
F-3-61 5) Remove the main controller PCB. (page 3-8)Reference[Removing the
Main Controller PCB]
6) Remove the fixing unit. (page 3-16)Reference[Removing the Fixing
Point to Note at Installation Unit]
When installing the fixing harness, be sure to wrap the fixing harness [2]
around the projection [1] of the harness holder to secure with the harness 3.5.2.2 Removing the Fixing Film Unit
guide [3]. 0019-8452

1) Disconnect the connector [1] and free the harness [3] from the harness

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guide [2].
[1] [1] [3]
[3] [1] [3]

[2]
[2]

[2]
F-3-62
2) Change the orientation of the fixing unit [1] in the direction of arrow [A],
and then in the direction of arrow [B].

[1] [A]
F-3-65
5) Remove the fixing film unit [1].

- Do not touch the surface [1] of the fixing film unit.

- Do not disassemble fixing film unit because it causes its functionality
failure.

[B] [1]
F-3-63
3) Remove the fixing upper guide [1].
- 2 screws [2]

[2]

[1]

[1]

F-3-66

3.5.3 Fixing Pressure Roller

3.5.3.1 Before Removing the Fixing Pressure Roller

0019-8456

[1] 1) Remove the upper cover. (page 3-2)Reference[Removing the Upper

F-3-64 Cover]
4) Remove the 2 pressure plates [1] at both sides (left and right). 2) Remove the left cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Left Cover]
- 2 springs [2] 3) Remove the right cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Right Cov-
- 2 pressure arms [3] er]
4) Remove the rear cover. (page 3-1)Reference[Removing the Rear Cover]
5) Remove the main controller PCB. (page 3-8)Reference[Removing the
Main Controller PCB]
6) Remove the fixing unit. (page 3-16)Reference[Removing the Fixing
Unit]
7) Remove the fixing film unit. (page 3-17)Reference[Removing the Fix-
ing Film Unit]

3.5.3.2 Removing the Fixing Pressure Roller

0019-8457

1) Remove the fixing pressure roller [1].

- 1 washer [2]

Do not touch the surface [1] of the fixing pressure roller.

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[1]

[1]
[2]

F-3-67

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 Contents

Contents

4.1 Periodically Replaced Parts ...........................................................................................................................................4-1

4.1.1 Periodically Replaced Parts ......................................................................................................................................................... 4-1
4.2 Consumables ..................................................................................................................................................................4-1
4.2.1 Consumables ................................................................................................................................................................................ 4-1
4.3 Periodical Service ..........................................................................................................................................................4-1
4.3.1 Scheduled Servicing..................................................................................................................................................................... 4-1
4.4 Cleaning .........................................................................................................................................................................4-2
4.4.1 Cleaning Method.......................................................................................................................................................................... 4-2
 Chapter 4

4.1 Periodically Replaced Parts

4.1.1 Periodically Replaced Parts

0019-9546

There is no periodically replaced part with this machine.

4.2 Consumables

4.2.1 Consumables
0019-9547

There is no consumable with this machine.

4.3 Periodical Service

4.3.1 Scheduled Servicing

0019-9548

There is no portion that requires schedule servicing in this equipment.

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4.4 Cleaning

4.4.1 Cleaning Method

0019-9549

Cleaning at servicing

[1] [2] [3] [4]

[6] [5]
F-4-1

[1] Fixing inlet guide [2] Static eliminator

[3] Transfer roller [4] Pickup roller
[5] Separation pad [6] Feeding roller

Follow the procedure below for cleaning during servicing.

- Fixing inlet guide
Clean it with a dry lint-free paper.
- Static eliminator
Clean it with a dry lint-free paper.
- Transfer roller
Basically, do not touch it with your hands or clean it. When cleaning is absolutely necessary, clean with a dry lint-free paper.
Take care not to touch the roller and let solvents or oils be removed.
- Pickup roller
Clean it with a dry lint-free paper.
- Separation pad
Clean the rubber part with a lint-free paper
- Feeding roller
Clean it with a dry lint-free paper.

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 Contents

Contents

5.1 MEASUREMENT AND ADJUSTMENT ....................................................................................................................5-1

5.1.1 Test Print ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 5-1
5.1.1.1 Test Print Function ..........................................................................................................................................................................................5-1
5.1.2 Mechanical Adjustment ............................................................................................................................................................... 5-1
5.1.2.1 Checking the Pressure of the Pressure Roller (nip) ........................................................................................................................................5-1
5.2 SERVICE TOOLS .........................................................................................................................................................5-2
5.2.1 Standard tools............................................................................................................................................................................... 5-2
5.2.2 Special Tool ................................................................................................................................................................................. 5-2
5.2.3 List of solvent/ lubricant .............................................................................................................................................................. 5-2
5.3 ERROR CODE TABLE.................................................................................................................................................5-3
5.3.1 Overview...................................................................................................................................................................................... 5-3
5.3.2 Service Message........................................................................................................................................................................... 5-4
5.4 Version Up .....................................................................................................................................................................5-4
5.4.1 Upgrade........................................................................................................................................................................................ 5-4
 Chapter 5

5.1 MEASUREMENT AND ADJUSTMENT

c
5.1.1 Test Print

5.1.1.1 Test Print Function

0019-9550

This equipment has a test print function to check if the printer engine nor-
mally operates.
Test patterns (horizontal lines) are output when executing this test print.

The following is the operation procedure;

1) Set A4/LTR papers on the pickup tray or the manual feed pickup tray. Center
2ÅjOpen and close the delivery tray [1] five times continuously with the Feed out direction
power switch on. (The time of opening and closing the delivery tray is ap- of
prox. 2 sec or less.) A4-sized
3) Test print is executed. paper
In this test print, pickup from the manual feed tray is executed prior to that
from the pickup tray.

[1]

b
F-5-2

F-5-1

5.1.2 Mechanical Adjustment

5.1.2.1 Checking the Pressure of the Pressure Roller

(nip)
0019-9551

The nip width of the fixing unit is not adjustable in this printer, however, the
incorrect nip width may cause the faulty fixing.
Follow the procedures below to check the nip width.
1) Prepare an all-black print of A4 size made by the same type of EP Toner
cartridge for this printer before visiting the customer site.
2) Place a solid black paper on a manual pickup tray with the printed side fac-
ing down.
3) Open the face-up cover to perform the face-up delivery.
4) Press the test print switch.
5) Turn OFF the printer switch as soon as the leading edge of the paper ap-
pears in the exit of the paper delivery unit. Wait for 10 seconds after the
printer-OFF, and then take the paper out from the printer.
6) Measure the width of the glossy band across the paper and check if it is
meeting the requirements below.
- Center (a): 5.5mm to 8.1mm
- Right and left (b, c): 5.5mm to 8.1mm

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5.2 SERVICE TOOLS

5.2.1 Standard tools

0019-9572

The followings are the required tools to perform the service operation.
T-5-1

No. Tool name Tool number Usage/remarks

1 Tool case TKN-0001
2 Jumper wire TKN-0069 With clip
3 Gap gauge CK-0057 0.02 to 0.03mm
4 Spring scale CK-0058 To check cassette spring pressure
5 Philips screwdriver CK-0101 M4, M5 Length: 363mm
6 Philips screwdriver CK-0104 M3, M4 Length: 155mm
7 Philips screwdriver CK-0105 M4, M5 Length: 191mm
8 Philips screwdriver CK-0106 M4, M5 Length: 85mm
9 Flat-blade screwdriver CK-0111
10 Precision slot head screwdriver CK-0114 6 pieces set
11 Hex-key wrench set CK-0151 5 pieces set
12 Smooth file CK-0161
13 Hex screwdriver CK-0170 M4, Length: 107mm
14 Nipper CK-0201
15 Long-nose pliers CK-0202
16 Pliers CK-0203
17 Stop-ring pliers CK-0205 For shaft ring
18 Crimping tool CK-0218
19 Tweezers CK-0302
20 Scale CK-0303 150mm For measurement
21 Plastic hummer CK-0314
22 Brush CK-0315
23 Penlight CK-0327
24 Plastic bottle CK-0328
25 Lint-free paper CK-0336 500SH/PKG
26 Oiler CK-0349 30cc
27 Plastic bottle CK-0351 30cc
28 Digital multi-meter FY9-2032

5.2.2 Special Tool

0019-9573

There is no special tool required.

5.2.3 List of solvent/ lubricant

0019-9574

T-5-2

Name Usage Remarks

Ethel alcohol Cleaning - Local procurement
e.g.) Metal parts - Keep fire away
Grease
Toner contamination
Lubricant - Apply it on gears etc. - tool number: HY9-0007(Dow Corning
- Apply it on shafts and shaft supports etc. made Molykote EM-50L)

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5.3 ERROR CODE TABLE

5.3.1 Overview
0019-9578

This printer does not have a status panel (LCD panel), and the messages for statuses and errors that would have been displayed on the status panel during a printer's
operations are displayed on the computer display. The screen displayed is called Status Window (see the following figure).
The status window informs users of the printer status with messages or animations.
Messages are displayed on the message area [1] and message area (auxiliary) [2]. There are two types of messages; user message and service message. The user
message prompts users to take some actions, and the service message prompts service engineers to do so.

Canon LBP 3250

[1]

[2]

F-5-3
The following are the details of the service message. For the user message, please refer to the users guide packaged with the printer.

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 Chapter 5

5.3.2 Service Message

0019-9579

The service message is displayed when a fault in the printer occurs and called error code.
The error code is displayed on the message area of the status window screen, and its details on the message area (auxiliary) with the error code; 'Exxx' (a three-digit
number is assigned to XXX).
The following is the list of service messages.
T-5-3

Error
Details Measures
Code
E000 Error in startup
- The detected temperature of the thermistor does not reach 35 deg C within approx. 1.5 sec of - Check connectors on the fixing film unit.
the heater being turned on. - Replace the fixing film unit.
- The detected temperature of the thermistor is 100 deg C or lower in standby mode. - Replace the engine controller PCB.
E001 Error in abnormally high temperature
The detected temperature of the thermistor is 220 deg C or higher 30 times consecutively. - Check connectors on the fixing film unit.
- Replace the fixing film unit.
- Replace the engine controller PCB.
E003 Error in abnormally low temperature
- After the heater is turned on, the detected temperature of the thermistor is 100 deg C or lower - Check connectors on the fixing film unit.
at the time of printing after reaching 50 deg C. - Replace the fixing film unit.
- After the heater is turned on, the detected temperature of the thermistor is 55 deg C or lower at - Replace the engine controller PCB.
paper intervals or in cleaning mode after reaching 50 deg C.
E004 Error in fixing heater drive circuitry (For 200V machines only)
An abnormal frequency is detected on the fixing drive circuit within approx. 3.3 sec of the power - Check connectors on the fixing film unit.
being turned on. - Replace the fixing film unit.
- Replace the engine controller PCB.
E100 Error in Scanner Unit
- At startup of the scanner, /BDI signal cannot be detected within 0.1 sec after forced acceleration - Check connectors on the scanner unit
of the scanner motor. - Replace the scanner unit
- At startup of the scanner during activation of the scanner motor, the motor rotation exceeds the - Replace the engine controller PCB
range of specified value (98.3 to 102.1%).
- After startup of the scanner is correctly completed, /BDI signal exceeds the specified cycle 10
times consecutively.
E197 Error in engine communication
An error in data communication occurs in the engine controller. - Replace the engine controller PCB
E747 Error in main controller memory
Data of EEPROM on the main controller cannot be read/written. - Replace the main controller PCB

5.4 Version Up

5.4.1 Upgrade
0019-9571

The host machine does not support SST (Service Support Tool)
Thus, when upgrading the main controller or engine controller, replace the PCB to the one in new version.

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 Contents

Contents

6.1 OUTLINE OF ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS...........................................................................................................6-1

6.1.1 Clutch/Solenoid............................................................................................................................................................................ 6-1
6.1.1.1 Solenoid...........................................................................................................................................................................................................6-1
6.1.2 Motor............................................................................................................................................................................................ 6-1
6.1.2.1 Motor...............................................................................................................................................................................................................6-1
6.1.3 Sensor........................................................................................................................................................................................... 6-2
6.1.3.1 Sensor ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................6-2
6.1.4 Switch .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 6-2
6.1.4.1 Switch..............................................................................................................................................................................................................6-2
6.1.5 PCBs ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 6-3
6.1.5.1 PCB .................................................................................................................................................................................................................6-3
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6.1 OUTLINE OF ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

6.1.1 Clutch/Solenoid

6.1.1.1 Solenoid
0019-9553

[1]

F-6-1

[1] Pickup solenoid

6.1.2 Motor

6.1.2.1 Motor
0019-9554

[1]

F-6-2

[1] Main motor

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 Chapter 6

6.1.3 Sensor

6.1.3.1 Sensor
0019-9555

[2]

[1]

[3]

F-6-3

[1] Fixing delivery sensor

[2] Paper width sensor
[3] Paper leading edge sensor

6.1.4 Switch

6.1.4.1 Switch
0019-9569

[1]

[2]

[3]
F-6-4

[1] Control key switch

[2] Power switch
[3] Door switch

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 Chapter 6

6.1.5 PCBs

6.1.5.1 PCB
0019-9570

[1]
[2]
[3]
[4]
F-6-5

[1] Engine controller PCB

[2] Main controller PCB
[3] Motor drive PCB
[4] Memory PCB

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PARTS CATALOG
LBP3250

Aug 13 2008
 Contents

NUMERICAL INDEX

LBP3250(Numerical Index)................................................................ 1-1

LBP3250(Parts Catalog)

001 ACCESSORIES .....................................................................2-1

100 EXTERNAL COVERS, PANELS, ETC. .................................2-2
101 INTERNAL COMPONENTS 1 ...............................................2-4
102 INTERNAL COMPONENTS 2 ...............................................2-6
103 INTERNAL COMPONENTS 3 ...............................................2-8
810 FIXING PAPER DELIVERY ASS'Y ......................................2-10
NUMERICAL INDEX
LBP3250(Numerical Index)
FIGURE FIGURE FIGURE
PARTS NUMBER & PARTS NUMBER & PARTS NUMBER &
KEY NO. KEY NO. KEY NO
FC8-3667-000 100 - 2
FC8-3668-000 100 - 3
FC8-3669-000 102 - 4
FC8-3685-000 101 - 1
FC8-3688-000 100 - 6
FC8-3694-000 100 - 7
FC8-3705-000 810 - 2
FM3-5414-000 101 - 2
FM3-5415-000 101 - 2
FM3-5418-000 103 - 2
FM3-5673-000 100 - 9
FM3-5675-000 100 - 10
FM3-5677-000 100 - 1
FM3-5678-000 100 - 4
FM3-5679-000 100 - 11
FM3-5684-000 102 - 1
FM3-5688-000 100 - 8
FM3-5689-000 810 -
FM3-5690-000 100 - 8
FM3-5691-000 810 -
FM3-5740-000 101 - 3
FM3-5741-000 101 - 3
FM4-0365-000 001 - 2
FM4-0366-000 001 - 2
FM4-0367-000 001 - 2
FM4-0368-000 001 - 2
NPN 001 -
NPN 100 -
NPN 101 -
NPN 102 -
NPN 103 -
RC1-6217-000 100 - 5
RC2-1414-000 810 - 3
RH9-1164-000 001 - 1
RH9-1166-000 001 - 1
RH9-1169-000 001 - 1
RK2-1302-000 001 - 3
RK2-1315-000 001 - 1
RK2-1757-000 103 - 3
RL1-1497-000 102 - 5
RM1-4023-000 102 - 2
RM1-4184-000 103 - 1
RM1-4196-000 103 - 4
RM1-4227-000 102 - 3
RM1-4230-000 810 - 1
RM1-4231-000 810 - 1

1-1
LBP3250(Parts Catalog)

i-SENSYS LBP3250
230V EUR F15-1491-000 MBBA

LASER SHOT LBP3250

120V LTN F15-1431-000 MBEA

230V ASIA F15-1441-000 MBDA

230V AU F15-1441-000 MBFA

230V CN F15-1451-000 MBCA

 Contents

001 ACCESSORIES ..................................................................................................2-1

100 EXTERNAL COVERS, PANELS, ETC. ..............................................................2-2
101 INTERNAL COMPONENTS 1 ............................................................................2-4
102 INTERNAL COMPONENTS 2 ............................................................................2-6
103 INTERNAL COMPONENTS 3 ............................................................................2-8
810 FIXING PAPER DELIVERY ASS'Y...................................................................2-10
FIGURE 001
ACCESSORIES

1 1 1

2
AU CN EUR,ASIA

LTN

CN,ASIA

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FIGURE S
PARTS A SERIAL NUMBER/
& KEY Q'TY DESCRIPTION V
NUMBER N REMARKS
NO. C
K

Fig.001 NPN RF ACCESSORIES

1 RH9-1169-000 1 CORD, POWER, 230V AU

1 RH9-1166-000 1 CORD, POWER, 230V CN

1 RK2-1315-000 1 CORD, POWER, 230V EUR,ASIA

1 RH9-1164-000 1 CORD, POWER, 120V LTN

EUR
2 FM4-0365-000 1 CD-ROM, USER SOFTWARE English,French,German,It
alian,Spanish,Russian

EUR
English,Dutch,Danish,Nor
2 FM4-0366-000 1 CD-ROM, USER SOFTWARE
wegian,Finnish,Swedish,P
olish

2 FM4-0367-000 1 CD-ROM, USER SOFTWARE AU

2 FM4-0368-000 1 CD-ROM, USER SOFTWARE CN,ASIA,LTN

3 RK2-1302-000 1 CABLE,USB CN,ASIA

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FIGURE 100
EXTERNAL COVERS, PANELS, ETC.

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3

4
10

11

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PARTS A SERIAL NUMBER/
& KEY Q'TY DESCRIPTION V
NUMBER N REMARKS
NO. C
K

Fig.100 NPN RF EXTERNAL COVERS, PANELS, ETC.

1 FM3-5677-000 1 LEFT COVER ASS'Y

2 FC8-3667-000 1 DOOR, CARTRIDGE

3 FC8-3668-000 1 COVER, REAR

4 FM3-5678-000 1 RIGHT COVER ASS'Y

5 RC1-6217-000 1 EMBLEM, LASER SHOT

6 FC8-3688-000 1 PAPER DELIVERY TRAY ASS'Y

7 FC8-3694-000 1 TRAY, PAPER DELIVERY

8 FM3-5688-000 1 PAPER PICK-UP TRAY ASS'Y EUR

8 FM3-5690-000 1 PAPER PICK-UP TRAY ASS'Y EXCEPT EUR

9 FM3-5673-000 1 TOP COVER ASSEMBLY

10 FM3-5675-000 1 FRONT COVER ASS'Y

11 FM3-5679-000 1 TRAY, SINGLE SHEET FEED

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FIGURE 101
INTERNAL COMPONENTS 1

SEE FIGURE 810

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PARTS A SERIAL NUMBER/
& KEY Q'TY DESCRIPTION V
NUMBER N REMARKS
NO. C
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Fig.101 NPN RF INTERNAL COMPONENTS 1

1 FC8-3685-000 1 COVER, USB

2 FM3-5414-000 1 ENGINE CONTROL PCB ASS'Y 120V

2 FM3-5415-000 1 ENGINE CONTROL PCB ASS'Y 230V

3 FM3-5740-000 1 MAIN CONTROLLER PCB ASSEMBLY CN

3 FM3-5741-000 1 MAIN CONTROLLER PCB ASSEMBLY EXCEPT CN

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FIGURE 102
INTERNAL COMPONENTS 2

1 5

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PARTS A SERIAL NUMBER/
& KEY Q'TY DESCRIPTION V
NUMBER N REMARKS
NO. C
K

Fig.102 NPN RF INTERNAL COMPONENTS 2

1 FM3-5684-000 1 PICK-UP TRANSFER FRAME ASS'Y

2 RM1-4023-000 1 TRANSFER ROLLER ASS'Y

3 RM1-4227-000 1 SEPARATION PAD ASS'Y

4 FC8-3669-000 1 PANEL, REAR

5 RL1-1497-000 1 ROLLER, PICK-UP

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FIGURE 103
INTERNAL COMPONENTS 3

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& KEY Q'TY DESCRIPTION V
NUMBER N REMARKS
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Fig.103 NPN RF INTERNAL COMPONENTS 3

1 RM1-4184-000 1 LASER SCANNER ASS'Y

2 FM3-5418-000 1 MOTOR PCB ASS'Y

3 RK2-1757-000 1 CABLE, FLAT

4 RM1-4196-000 1 MOTOR, DC24V

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FIGURE 810
FIXING PAPER DELIVERY ASS'Y

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PARTS A SERIAL NUMBER/
& KEY Q'TY DESCRIPTION V
NUMBER N REMARKS
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Fig.810 FM3-5691-000 1 FIXING PAPER DELIVERY ASS'Y 120V

Fig.810 FM3-5689-000 1 FIXING PAPER DELIVERY ASS'Y 230V

1 RM1-4230-000 1 FIXING FILM ASSEMBLY 120V

1 RM1-4231-000 1 FIXING FILM ASSEMBLY 230V

2 FC8-3705-000 1 ROLLER, PRESSURE

3 RC2-1414-000 2 SPRING, TENSION

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