Ricoh A-C2 - User Manual

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Model A-C2

(Machine Code: B003/B004/B006/B007)

SERVICE MANUAL

January 26th, 2001

Subject to change

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Questions and Answers

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Kathy JohnsonJul 30, 2025
What to do if my Ricoh A-C2 shows scanner home position error 1?
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  Krystal BennettJul 30, 2025
  If your Ricoh All in One Printer displays a scanner home position error 1, turn the operation switch and main power switch off and on. This error may be caused by several factors, including a defective SIB or scanner drive motor, a defective scanner motor, disconnected harnesses between the SIB and scanner drive motor or its power source, a defective scanner HP sensor, a disconnected harness between the SIB and HP sensor, or a defective scanner wire, timing belt, pulley, or carriage.
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Samantha VillarrealAug 15, 2025
Why does my Ricoh A-C2 have an exposure lamp error?
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  ginablevinsAug 15, 2025
  An exposure lamp error on your Ricoh All in One Printer can be caused by: * A defective exposure lamp * A defective lamp stabilizer * A defective exposure lamp connector * A dirty standard white plate * A scanner mirror or scanner lens being out of position or dirty * A defective SBU

Summary

Preventive Maintenance Schedule

2.1 PM TABLE

Schedule detailing maintenance tasks, intervals, and procedures for components.

Replacement and Adjustment

3.1 GENERAL CAUTIONS

3.9 SCANNER UNIT

3.10 LASER UNIT

Procedures for replacing components within the laser unit.

3.11 PHOTOCONDUCTOR UNIT (PCU)

Procedures for replacing components within the PCU.

3.12 DEVELOPMENT

Procedures for replacing development unit components.

3.13 TRANSFER UNIT

Procedures for replacing transfer unit components.

3.14 PAPER FEED

Procedures for replacing paper feed system components.

3.15 FUSING

Procedures for replacing fusing unit components.

3.16 BY-PASS TRAY

Procedures for replacing by-pass tray components.

3.17 DUPLEX UNIT

Procedures for replacing duplex unit components.

3.18 DRIVE AREA

3.19 PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARDS

3.20 HARD DISK;CONTROLLER BOARD

3.21 COPY ADJUSTMENTS: PRINTING;SCANNING

Procedures for adjusting copy quality for printing and scanning.

Troubleshooting

4.1 SERVICE CALL CONDITIONS

Describes service call levels, definitions, and reset procedures.

4.2 ELECTRICAL COMPONENT DEFECTS

Lists electrical component defects, conditions, and symptoms.

Service Tables

5.1 SERVICE PROGRAM MODE

Information on accessing and operating the service program mode.

5.1.2 SERVICE PROGRAM MODE TABLES

Detailed tables of SP modes, functions, and settings.

SP2-xxx: Drum

Service program modes related to drum and charge roller adjustments.

SP4-xxx: Scanner

Service program modes related to scanner image processing.

SP5-xxx: Mode

Service program modes for machine settings and options.

SP6-xxx: Peripherals

Service program modes related to peripheral units.

SP7-xxx: Data Log

Service program modes for accessing logs and counters.

5.1.3 TEST PATTERN PRINTING: SP2-902

Procedure for printing test patterns to confirm machine operation.

5.1.4 INPUT CHECK

5.1.5 OUTPUT CHECK

5.1.8 MEMORY ALL CLEAR: SP5-801

Procedure to reset NVRAM settings to their default values.

5.1.9 SOFTWARE RESET

5.1.10 SYSTEM SETTINGS AND COPY SETTING RESET

5.2 SOFTWARE DOWNLOAD

Procedure for downloading new software to the machine.

5.3 UPLOADING;DOWNLOADING NVRAM DATA

Procedures for uploading and downloading NVRAM data.

5.4 SELF-DIAGNOSTIC MODE

Information on the machine's self-diagnostic capabilities.

5.5 USER PROGRAM MODE

Appendix 4

1.3.2 AUTO CALL AND READ ITEMS

Explains SC calls, CC calls, and alarm calls reported via RSS.

Ricoh A-C2 Specifications

General

Functions	Print, Copy, Scan
Copy Resolution	600 x 600 dpi
Paper Sizes	A4, A5, A6, B5, Letter, Legal
Scanner Type	Flatbed
Connectivity	USB
Interface	USB
Operating System Compatibility	Windows, Mac