TASKALFA 620 - Multifunction Printer KYOCERA - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL TASKALFA 620 KYOCERA

Safety Information 1-1
Names of Parts 1-6
1-7
Maintenance. 1-16
Troubleshooting 1-19
Specifications 1-32

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Please read the Operation Guide before using this product. After reading, keep it close to the machine for easy reference.

Refer to the Operation Guide for the machine for information on the service representative for your product.

The sections of this Operation Guide and parts of this product marked with symbols are safety warnings meant to protect the user, other individuals and surrounding objects, and ensure correct and safe usage of the product.

The symbols and their meanings are indicated below..

WARNING: Indicates that serious injury or even death may result from insufficient attention to or incorrect compliance with the related points.

CAUTION: Indicates that personal injury or mechanical damage may result from insufficient attention to or incorrect compliance with the related points.

Symbols

The symbol indicates that the related section includes safety warnings. Specific points of attention are indicated inside the symbol.

[General warning]

The symbol indicates that the related section includes information on prohibited actions. Specifics of the prohibited action are indicated inside the symbol.

[Warning of prohibited action]

[Disassembly prohibited]

The symbol indicates that the related section includes information on actions which must be performed. Specifics of the required action are indicated inside the symbol.

[Alert of required action]

.... [Remove the power plug from the outlet]

[Always connect the product to an outlet with a ground connection]

Please contact your service representative to order a replacement if the safety warnings in this Guide are illegible or if the guide itself is missing (fee required).

CAUTION LABELS

Caution labels have been attached to the Document Finisher at the following locations for safety purposes. BE VERY CAREFUL to avoid getting your fingers caught in or burned by the machine when clearing a paper jam.

LABEL 1
WARNING: To avoid injury to your hands, wait until the copier stops before removing paper.
LABEL 2

DO NOT place any objects underneath Tray A.
LABEL 3

The interior of this section reaches high temperatures. DO NOT touch this section as there is a danger of being burned.
NOTE: DO NOT REMOVE THESE LABELS.

INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS

Environment

CAUTION

Avoid placing this product on or in locations which are unstable or not level. Such locations may cause the product to fall down or fall over. This type of situation presents a danger of personal injury or damage to the product.

Avoid locations near radiators, heaters, or other heat sources, or locations near flammable items, to avoid the danger of fire.

Other precautions

The requirements for the operating environment are as follows:

• Temperature: 0^ C to 35^ C (32°F to 95°F)
• Humidity: 15% to 80% .

Note that ambient environmental conditions, such as ventilation, may affect performance.

The following locations should be avoided:

• Avoid locations near a window or with exposure to direct sunlight.
• Avoid locations with vibrations.
• Avoid locations with drastic temperature fluctuations.
• Avoid locations with direct exposure to hot or cold air.

Handling of plastic bags

WARNING

Keep the plastic bags that are used with this product away from children. The plastic may cling to their nose and mouth causing suffocation.

PRECAUTIONS FOR USE

Cautions when using this product

WARNING

DO NOT place metallic objects or containers with water (flower vases, flower pots, cups, etc.) on or near this product. This type of situation presents a danger of fire or electrical shock should any water fall inside.

DO NOT damage, break or attempt to repair the power cable. DO NOT place heavy objects on the power cable, pull it, bend it unnecessarily or cause any other type of damage. These types of situations present a danger of fire or electrical shock..

NEVER attempt to repair or disassemble this product or its parts as there is a danger of injury or fire or electrical shock.

If this product becomes excessively hot, smoke appears, there is an odd smell, or any other abnormal situation arises, there is a danger of fire or electrical shock. Immediately turn OFF the machine's main power switch, remove the machine's power plug from its outlet and contact your service representative.

If anything harmful (paper clips, water, other fluids, etc.) falls into this product, immediately turn the machine OFF at the main power switch, remove the copier/printer power plug from its outlet and then contact your service representative. If you continue to use this product without taking these steps, there is a danger of fire or electrical shock.

ALWAYS contact your service representative for maintenance or repair of internal parts.

CAUTION

For safety purposes, ALWAYS turn OFF the machine's main power switch and remove the machine's power plug from its outlet when performing cleaning operations on this product.

DO NOT touch the ejection tray when the product is in operation as there is a danger of injury.

If dust accumulates within this product, there is a danger of fire or other trouble. It is therefore recommended that you consult with your service representative in regard to cleaning of internal parts. This is particularly effective if accomplished prior to seasons of high humidity. Consult with your service representative in regard to the cost of cleaning the internal parts of the product as well.

Other Precautions

DO NOT place heavy objects on this product or cause other damage to the product.

When lifting or moving the product, contact your service representative.

Do not touch electrical parts, such as connectors or printed circuit boards. They could be damaged by static electricity.

DO NOT attempt to perform any operations not explained in this Operation Guide.

Names of Parts

Document Finisher (main body)

1 Tray A
2 Tray B
3 Front cover
4 Front cover handle
5 Upper cover
6 Internal tray
7 Internal tray lever (G3)
8 Internal tray release lever (G4)
9 Pressure roller adjuster (G5)
10 Conveyor knob (G1)
11 Coupling section's lower guide lever (G2)

12 Staple cartridge holder A
13 Staple cartridge holder B
14 Coupling section's upper guide lever

Hole Punch Unit (option)

15 Hole Punch Unit (main body)
16 Hole Punch Unit adjustment dial
17 Waste Hole Punch box

Center-Folding Unit (option)

18 Unit release lever (G6)
19 Unit release handle (G7)
20 Center-Folding Unit lock release lever
21 Center-Folding Unit installation buttons
22 Conveyor guide lever
23 Storage cover

Multi-Job Tray Unit (option)

24 Job Trays 1 - 5

Modes

Sort: ON Mode

Sorts copies of multiple originals into identical sets. For example A,B,C,D A,B,C,D A,B,C,D

The following paper sizes can be used in Sort:ON Mode:

A3,B4,A4,A4R,B5,11x17", 81/2x14"(Legal),81/2x11"(Letter) and 11× 81 / 2^

1 Select Sort: On Mode on the operation panel of your copier.
2 Load the originals in the Document Processor, or one at a time on the Platen.

NOTE: Refer to the Operation Guide for your copier for Document Processor and Platen specifications.

3 Select other features as required and press Start.
4 Copies are ejected onto the specified tray.

If Tray A is selected, each copy set can be offset from the previous set. Refer to the Operation Guide for your copier for further details.

If Tray A and Tray B both reach their maximum capacity, a message displays. Remove all copies from both trays to continue.

NOTE: The maximum number of copies that can be stored on Tray A and Tray B differs depending on the size of copy paper being used. For further information refer to Tray Capacity on page 1-32.

5 On completion of the job, remove the copies.

Sort: OFF Mode

Groups the copies of each individual original together in one stack. For example A,A,A B,B,B C,C,C.

The following paper sizes can be used in Sort:OFF Mode:

A3, B4, A4, A4R, B5,11 x 17", 8 1/2 x 14" (Legal), 8 1/2 x 11" (Letter) and 11 x 8 1/2".

1 Select Sort: Off Mode on the operation panel of your copier.
2 Load the originals in the Document Processor, or one at a time on the Platen.

NOTE: Refer to the Operation Guide for your copier for Document Processor and Platen specifications.

3 Select other features as required and press Start.

4 Copies are ejected onto the specified tray.

If Tray A is selected, each stack can be offset from the previous stack. Refer to the Operation Guide for your copier for further details.

If Tray A and Tray B both reach their maximum capacity, a message displays. Remove all copies from both trays to continue.

NOTE: The maximum number of copies that can be stored on Tray A and Tray B differs depending on the size of copy paper being used. For further information refer to Tray Capacity on page 1-32. If the number of copies to be made at one time in Non-Sort Mode exceeds the maximum capacity for Tray B (200 sheets), all copies thereafter are ejected onto Tray A.

5 On completion of the job, remove the copies.

Staple Mode

Sorts and staples each copy set.

Stapling options are as follows:

Upper Left Single Staple
Upper Right Single Staple
Double Staple

NOTE: For stapling specifications, refer to Staple Unit on page 1-32.

1 Select Sort: On Mode on the operation panel of your copier.
2 Select the staple setting required.

3 Load the originals in the Document Processor, or one at a time on the Platen.

NOTE: Refer to the Operation Guide for your copier for Document Processor and Platen specifications.

4 Select other features as required and press Start.

5 Copies will be stapled and ejected onto Tray A, face down.

If Tray A reaches its maximum capacity, a message displays. Remove all copies from Tray A to continue.

NOTE: The maximum number of copies that can be stored on Tray A differs depending on the size of copy paper being used. For further information refer to Tray Capacity on page 1-32.

6 On completion of the job, remove the copies.

Non-Sort Mode

Use this mode when sorting or grouping are not required.

ALWAYS use Non-Sort Mode when copying onto transparencies or other special material or paper.

Booklet Statching Mode

In this mode, copies are stapled in two positions in the center of the paper.

The following paper sizes can be used in Booklet Statching mode:

A3,B4,A4R,11x17",81/2x14" (Legal)and 11× 81 / 2^

Stapling Capacity: 2 to 16 sheets at a time.

The optional Center-Folding Unit is required for automatic folding.

The Booklet Copy function on your copier can be used to automatically produce booklets ready for stitching and folding. Refer to the Operation Guide for your copier for more information.

1 Select the Booklet Stitching mode on the operation panel of your copier.

Refer to the Operation Guide for your copier for more detailed information.

2 Load the originals in the Document Processor, or one at a time on the Platen.

NOTE: Refer to the Operation Guide for your copier for Document Processor and Platen specifications.

The maximum number of sheets that can be stitched at one time is 16. Up to 64 originals can be used in this mode.

3 Select other features as required and press Start.

If using the Platen, a message displays after each original is scanned to determine whether another original requires scanning or if copying can commence.

NOTE: Refer to the Operation Guide for your copier for further details.

4 Copies will be automatically stapled and ejected onto the storage cover.

If the maximum capacity is reached, a message displays. Remove all copies from the storage cover to continue.

NOTE: For further information refer to Center-Folding Unit (option) on page 1-33.

5 On completion of the job, remove the copies from the storage cover.

Hole Punch Mode

The Hole Punch Unit is an optional device. This mode produces hole punched copies automatically.

The following paper sizes can be used:

2-hole punch: A3, B4, A4, A4R, B5, B5R, A5R, Folio, 8 1/2 x 14" (Legal), 8 1/2 x 11" (Letter) and 5 1/2 x 8 1/2"
3-hole punch: 11 × 17'' and 11 × 8 12''
4-hole punch: A3 and A4

Hole Punch mode can be used with Sort: ON, Staple and Sort: OFF modes. Paper weights must be between 45g / m^2 and 200g / m^2 .

NOTE: B5R can only be selected if copies are ejected onto Tray A. In Sort: ON mode and Staple mode, B5R and Folio cannot be selected.

1 Select Hole Punch mode on the operation panel of your copier.

NOTE: Refer to the Operation Guide for your copier for more detailed information.

2 Load the originals in the Document Processor, or one at a time on the Platen.

Ensure the orientation of the originals is the same as that selected for Hole Punch mode on the copier.

NOTE: Refer to the Operation Guide for your copier for Document Processor and Platen specifications.

3 Select other features as required and press Start.

4 The copies are automatically hole punched and ejected onto Tray B.

NOTE: Holes are punched in each copy individually, therefore the location of the holes may vary on each sheet.

On completion of the job, remove all the copies.

NOTE: If the maximum capacity for Tray B is exceeded, all subsequent copies will be ejected onto Tray A. If Tray A is not engaged when Tray B becomes full, an error message displays. Remove all copies to continue.

Interrupt Mode

When using Interrupt Mode, the copies for the interrupt job are usually ejected onto the finisher tray not currently in use. If required, a different tray can be selected on the copier Operation Panel.

NOTE: Refer to the Operation Guide for your copier for further details.

Multi-Job Tray Mode

The Multi-Job Tray Unit is an optional device. Print or Copy output can be ejected into a specified Multi-Job Tray.

This option is extremely useful when more than one user is using the copier as a printer. The printed documents for each user will be ejected into the job tray selected.

The following paper sizes can be used:

Plain paper (80 g/m²): between A3 and B6R, or Folio, 11 x 17" and 8 1/2 x 11"
Recycled paper (80 g/m²): A3, A4, A4R, 11 x 17", 11 x 8 1/2" and 8 1/2 x 11"
Colored paper (80 g/m²): A4, A4R, 8 1/2 x 11" and 11 x 8 1/2"

NOTE: The maximum number of copies that can be stored in each job tray will differ depending on the size of copy paper being used. For further information refer to Multi-Job Tray Unit (option) on page 1-33.

1 Write the name of the user of each job tray on the labels provided.

2 Attach the labels to the job trays, in the location indicated on the illustration.

The trays to which labels should be applied are 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5, as counted from the top down.

3 Use the application in your computer to select a job tray between 1 and 5.
4 Select the paper size, page(s) to be printed and number of prints required.

5 Print the job.

Prints will be ejected onto the selected job tray.

6 On completion of the job, remove all prints from the job tray.

NOTE: To use the copier to select the tray required, refer to the Operation Guide for your copier.

Maintenance

Replacing Staples

The Document Finisher is equipped with two staple cartridge holders, A and B. The procedure for replenishing staples is the same for both holders.

If a message displays indicating that staples have run out, the staple cartridge holder(s) need to be replenished with staples.

NOTE: If the Staple Unit runs out of staples, contact your service representative or the place of purchase.

1 Grasp the front cover handle and open the front cover.

2 Turn internal tray lever G3 clockwise and pull out the internal tray.

3 Lift up the staple cartridge holder and pull it out.

4 Remove the empty staple cartridge from the staple cartridge holder.

5 Remove the new staple cartridge from its box.

6 Holding the staple cartridge holder in one hand and the new staple cartridge in the other, insert the staple cartridge into the holder.

Ensure the direction of insertion is correct. Both arrows should point in the same direction.

7 Ensure the new staple cartridge is inserted completely into the staple cartridge holder, then peel off the paper tape.

8 Re-install the staple cartridge holder.

The staple cartridge holder will click into place when it has been inserted correctly.

9 Set the internal tray and turn the lever upright. Close the cover.

Emptying the Waste Hole Punch Box

If the message "Empty waste punch box" displays, the scraps in the waste hole punch box require emptying.

Leave the main power switch on your copier switched ON ( | ) while performing this procedure.

1 Grasp the front cover handle and open the front cover.

2 Grasp the waste hole punch box handle and remove the box from the Document Finisher.

3 Dispose of the hole punch scraps appropriately.

4 Re-install the waste hole punch box. Align it with the guides in the Document Finisher.

5 Close the front cover.

Troubleshooting

General

If ejected copies are not flat or are stacked unevenly, turn over the paper in the cassette and reload it.

If copies are curled, refer to Curled Output on page 1-29.

If a paper jam occurs, check the side guide located in the cassette is adjusted to the size of paper loaded.

Clearing Paper Jams

Leave the main power switched ON ( | ) while performing the procedure to clear paper jams.

Open the cover of the copier and turn the fixer knob (A1) to the left at least 20 times before carrying out the paper jam removal procedure.

Once the jam is cleared, the operation panel on your copier will return to the status and settings prior to the jam.

Paper Jam in the Coupling Section

If the illustration shown displays on the operation panel of your copier, there is a paper jam in the coupling section between the Document Finisher and your copier.

1 Open the upper cover and remove the jammed paper.

If the jammed paper cannot be easily removed, proceed to the next step.

If the optional Hole Punch Unit is installed, ensure the arrow on the adjustment dial points somewhere between the grooves on the main body of the Hole Punch Unit.

2 Grasp the front cover handle and open the front cover.

3 Turn the conveyor knob (G1) to feed the paper further along to enable easy removal.

Remove the paper.

If the jammed paper cannot be easily removed, proceed to the next step.

4 Lift the coupling section's upper guide lever and remove the jammed paper.

Close the upper guide lever and the upper cover.

5 Hold the coupling section's lower guide lever (G2) and open.

Close the lower guide.

6 Close the front cover.

Paper Jam in Tray A

If the illustration shown displays on the operation panel of your copier, there is a paper jam in the conveyor section to Tray A.

1 Lift open Tray B.

2 If the jammed paper is visible in the eject slot, pull it out in the direction of ejection without tearing it.

Paper Jam in Tray B

If the illustration shown displays on the operation panel of your copier, there is a paper jam in the conveyor section to Tray B.

1 If the jammed paper is visible in the eject slot, pull it out in the direction of ejection, without tearing it.

If the jammed paper cannot be easily removed, proceed to the next step.

2 Open the upper cover and remove the jammed paper.

3 Close the upper cover.

Paper Jam in the Conveyor Section

If the illustration shown displays on the operation panel of your copier, there is a paper jam in the conveyor section to the internal tray.

1 Lift open Tray B.

2 If the jammed paper is visible in the eject slot, pull it out in the direction of ejection, without tearing it.

If the jammed paper cannot be easily removed, proceed to the next step.

3 Grasp the front cover handle and open the front cover.

4 Turn internal tray lever G3 clockwise and pull out the internal tray.

5 Hold the internal tray release lever (G4) and open the internal tray.

6 Remove the jammed paper.

7 Hold the internal tray release lever (G4) and close the internal tray.

Push down on the frame to lock the internal tray in place.

9 Set the internal tray and turn the lever upright. Close the cover..

Paper Jam in the Multi-Job Tray Unit

If a paper jam occurs in the Multi-Job Tray Unit, follow the procedure below to remove the jammed paper.

1 If there is any jammed paper in any of the job trays, remove it without tearing it.

2 If the jammed paper cannot be easily removed, open the upper cover to the Document Finisher and remove the jammed paper.

For further information refer to Paper Jam in the Coupling Section on page 1-20.

Paper Jam in the Center-Folding Unit

Conveyor Section

If the illustration shown displays on the operation panel of your copier, there is a paper jam in the conveyor section of the Center-Folding Unit.

1 Grasp the front cover handle and open the front cover.

2 Turn the unit release lever (G6), and then hold the unit release handle (G7) and move the Center-Folding Unit in the paper ejection direction.

3 If the jammed paper is visible from under the internal tray, remove the jammed paper.

4 If paper is jammed inside the internal tray, remove the jammed paper using the instructions on page 1-23.

5 Hold the conveyor guide lever to open the conveyor guide and remove the jammed paper.

6 Lift open the storage cover and remove any jammed paper. Lower the storage cover.

7 Close the conveyor guide and push in the Center-Folding Unit back to its original position while pressing the Center-Folding Unit installation button A.

8 Close the front cover.

Ejection Section

If the illustration shown displays on the operation panel of your copier, there is a paper jam in the ejection section of the Center-Folding Unit.

1 Grasp the front cover handle and open the front cover.

2 Turn the unit release lever (G6), and then hold the unit release handle (G7) and move the Center-Folding Unit in the paper ejection direction.

3 Hold the conveyor guide lever to open the conveyor guide and remove the jammed paper.

4 If the jammed paper cannot be easily removed, turn the conveyor guide knob to feed the paper further along for easy removal.

Remove the paper.

5 Close the conveyor guide and push in the Center-Folding Unit back to its original position while pressing the Center-Folding Unit installation button A.

6 Close the front cover.

Curled Output

If the copies ejected are curled, pull out the pressure roller adjuster (G5) slightly and turn it so that its projection is set into one of the five small holes.

1 Grasp the front cover handle and open the front cover.

2 If ejected copies are curled downward when using a non-sorting mode, turn the pressure roller adjuster (G5) in the direction of a higher number.

3 If ejected copies are curled upward when using a non-sorting mode, turn the pressure roller adjuster (G5) in the direction of a lower number.

4 Once adjustment is complete, close the front cover.

Clearing a Staple Jam

The Document Finisher is equipped with two staple cartridge holders, A and B. The procedure for clearing a staple jam is the same for both holders.

1 Grasp the front cover handle and open the front cover.

2 Turn internal tray lever G3 clockwise and pull out the internal tray.

3 Lift up the staple cartridge holder and pull it out.

4 Push on tab (A) on the staple cartridge holder's face plate to open the cover plate (B).

5 Remove any jammed staples from the tip of the staple cartridge.

6 Lower the cover plate of the staple cartridge holder into its original position.

7 Re-install the staple cartridge holder.

The staple cartridge holder will click into place when it is inserted correctly.

8 Set the internal tray and turn the lever upright. Close the cover.

Specifications

NOTE: Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Item	Description
Type	Floor model
Number of Trays	2
Tray Capacity(80 g/m2weight paper)	Tray A	A3, B4, 11 x 17", 8 1/2 x 14" (Legal): 1500 sheets
		A4, A4R, B5, B5R, A5R, B6R, A6R, Folio,8 1/2 x 11" (Letter), 11 x 8 1/2",5 1/2 x 8 1/2": 3000 sheets
	Tray B	A3, B4, A4, A4R, B5, B5R, A5R, B6R, A6R, Folio,11 x 17", 8 1/2 x 14" (Legal), 8 1/2 x 11" (Letter),11 x 8 1/2", 5 1/2 x 8 1/2": 200 sheets
Dimensions (W x D x H)	796 mm x 640 mm x 1070 mm31 5/16" x 25 3/16" x 43 1/3"
Weight	Approx. 73 Kg (161.6 lbs)
Noise Emission	≤ 70 dB(A)
Staple Unit	Stapling Capacity	A3, B4, 11 x 17", 8 1/2 x 14" (Legal): 30 sheets
		A4, A4R, B5, 8 1/2 x 11" (Letter),11 x 8 1/2": 50 sheets
	Storage Capacity - A3, B4, 11 x 17",8 1/2 x 14" (Legal)	Stapling 2 to 4 sheets: 150 setsStapling 5 to 10 sheets: 100 setsStapling 11 to 30 sheets: 50 sets
	Storage Capacity - A4,A4R, 8 1/2 x 11"(Letter), 11 x 8 1/2",5 1/2 x 8 1/2"	Stapling 2 to 4 sheets: 150 setsStapling 5 to 10 sheets: 100 setsStapling 11 to 30 sheets: 50 setsStapling 31 to 50 sheets: 3000 sheets
Hole Punch Unit (option)	Paper Size	A3, B4, A4, A4R, B5, B5R, A5R, Folio, 11 x 17",8 1/2 x 14" (Legal) 8 1/2 x 11" (Letter),11 x 8 1/2", 5 1/2 x 8 1/2"
Multi-Job Tray Unit (option)	Number of Trays	5
	Paper Size	A3, B4, A4, A4R, B5, B5R, A5R, B6R, Folio, 11 x 17", 8 1/2 x 14" (Legal) 8 1/2 x 11" (Letter), 11 x 8 1/2", 5 1/2 x 8 1/2"
	Tray Capacity (80 g/m2 weight paper)	A3, B4, 11 x 17", 8 1/2 x 14" (Legal): 100 sheets
		A4, A4R, B5, B5R, A5R, B6R, Folio, 8 1/2 x 11" (Letter), 11 x 8 1/2", 5 1/2 x 8 1/2": 150 sheets
	Dimensions	368 mm x 392 mm x 573 mm
		14 1/2" x 15 7/16" x 22 9/16"
	Weight	Approx. 15 kg / 33 lbs
Center-Folding Unit (option)	Sizes	A3, B4, A4R, 11 x 17", 8 1/2 x 11"
	Number of Sheets	1 to 16 (no stapling for 1 sheet)
	Maximum Number for Storage	5 or less copies in a set: 30 sets
		6 to 10 copies in a set: 20 sets
		11 to 16 copies in a set: 10 sets

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