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Introduction Symbols Explanation Symbols Explanation Disconnect the connector. Connect the power cable. Connect the connector. Disconnect the power cable. Remove the cable/wire from the Turn on the power. cable guide or wire saddle. Install the cable/wire to the cable Turn off the power. guide or wire saddle.
Safety Precautions Notes Before Servicing CAUTION: At servicing, be sure to turn off the power source according to the specified steps and disconnect the power plug. CAUTION: Do not turn off the power switch when downloading is under way. Turning off the main power switch while downloading is under way can disable the machine.
1. Product Overview Specifications Specifications Item Description Remarks Placement Center Installation Build-in type Paper Type (Buffer Thin paper, Plain paper, Heavy paper, Recycled paper, Transparency, Labels, Postcard Transfer from the pass delivery tray) host machine Stacking size (Buffer Feed direction: 148.0 to 431.8mm Long original pa- pass delivery tray) Width direction: 98.0 to 297.0mm...
1. Product Overview Name of Parts External View Name Buffer pass feed outlet port Buffer pass delivery tray Cross Section Name Feed Roller Buffer Pass Inlet Sensor Buffer Pass Exit Sensor OPEN Detection Sensor...
2. Technical Explanation Basic Configuration Basic Constitution The buffer unit consists of the following major components: M401 PS403 PS401 PCB401 PS402 Symbol Name PS401 Buffer Pass Inlet Sensor PS402 Buffer Pass Exit Sensor PS403 OPEN Detection Sensor PCB401 Buffer Pass Controller PCB M401 Buffer Pass Feed Motor Overview of Electrical Circuitry...
2. Technical Explanation Basic Operation Basic Operation The device feeds paper that is fed from the Staple Finisher / the Booklet Finisher. Drive Configuration The following is a diagram showing the drive system of the buffer path. PS402 PS401 M401 Symbol Name M401...
2. Technical Explanation Jam Detection Overview The following diagram shows the arrangement of sensors used to detect jams in the buffer pass. PS403 PS401 PS402 Jam Types Jam sensors and jam codes are listed below. Jam type Sensor Jam description Inlet sensor delay Jams PS401 When the inlet sensor (PS401) does not detect the paper even when the paper is fed...
2. Technical Explanation Power Supply Power Supply Route When a host machine is turned on, 24V and 5V are supplied in buffer pass controller PCB by a finisher. The 5V is converted into 3.3V by the regulator IC on the buffer pass controller PCB. The 5V is used to drive the sensors and logic.
2. Technical Explanation Upgrading Upgrading When upgrading the firmware of the buffer pass controller PCB, upgrade from the host machine. (Refer to the service manual for the host machine as to the detail.)
3. Periodical Service Periodical Service Operation Item Periodically Replaced Parts There are no parts that need to be periodically replaced on the buffer pass unit. Consumable Parts There is no consumable parts on the buffer pass unit.
Disassembly/ Assembly Removing this Machine from the Host Machine........... 16 List of Parts......... 21 External Cover........22 Motor........... 23 Sensor..........24 PCB.............27...
4. Disassembly/Assembly Removing this Machine from the Host Machine Removing this Machine 1. Open the Front Cover [1]. 2. Remove the 1 Screw [1]. 3. Detach the Finisher from the host machine.
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4. Disassembly/Assembly 4. Disconnect the Interface Cable [1]. 5. Remove the metal fixture [1]. • 4 screws [2] 6. Remove the Rear Relay Cover [1]. • 1 Screw [2]...
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4. Disassembly/Assembly 7. Open the Front Cover. 8. Open the Front Upper Cover. 9. Remove the Left Upper Cover Unit [1]. • 1 Screw [2] 10. Remove the Left Cover [1]. • 3 Screws [2]...
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4. Disassembly/Assembly 11. Disconnect the 2 connectors [1]. • 1 Reuse Band [2] 12. Remove the Reversal Guide [1].
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4. Disassembly/Assembly 13. Remove the 2 screws [1]. 14. Remove the Buffer Pass Unit. • 2 Hooks [1]...
4. Disassembly/Assembly List of Parts Sensors, Motor, PCB M401 PS403 PS401 PCB401 PS402 Symbol Name Reference PS401 Buffer Pass Inlet Sensor “Removing the Buffer Pass Inlet Sensor (M401)” on page PS402 Buffer Pass Exit Sensor “Removing the Buffer Pass Outlet Sensor (M402)” on page PS403 OPEN Detection Sensor “Removing the OPEN Detection Sensor (M403)”...
4. Disassembly/Assembly Motor Removing the Buffer Pass Motor (M401) ■ Procedure 1. Remove the Buffer Pass Motor Unit [1]. • 3 Screws [2] • 1 Connector [3] 2. Remove the Buffer Pass Motor [1]. • 2 Screws [2]...
Installation Checking Before Installation....31 Unpacking........... 32 Checking the Contents......33 Installation Procedure......34 Making Checks after Completion of Installation Work......41...
6. Installation Checking Before Installation Points to Note on Installation Install this Equipment after installing the Host Machine. Product Name Safety regulations require the product's name to be registered. In some regions where this product is sold, the following names may be registered instead.
6. Installation Unpacking Unpacking Procedure 1. Open the container box, and then take out the included parts and cushioning materials. 2. Open the plastic sheet. Take out the Buffer Pass Unit by holding its both sides as shown in the figure, and then remove all the tapes and the cushioning materials.
6. Installation Installation Procedure 3. Remove the Sensor Flag of the Delivery Tray Full Detection Sensor 1 (the lower sensor flag in the Installation Procedure figure). CAUTION: Make sure that the Host Machine is turned off and the power plug is disconnected from the outlet. 1.
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6. Installation 5. Remove the Inner Cover (Upper/Lower). 7. Remove the Face Cover. • 2 Screws • 1 Claw CAUTION: Be careful not to forget to remove the Inner Cover (Upper/Lower), if it is forgotten to remove the cover, the Buffer Pass is not grounded, so that the controller of the Host Machine may be damaged by an electro static noise.
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6. Installation 9. Open the Front Cover. 12. Remove the Left Cover. • 3 Screws 10. Open the Front Upper Cover. 13. Remove the Subtray. • 1 Hook • 2 Claws 11. Remove the Left Upper Cover Unit. • 1 Screw...
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6. Installation 14. Set the Inner Buffer Pass Unit to the host machine 16. Fix the Buffer Pass Unit to the Host Machine. as shown in the figure carefully so that the host • 2 Screws (Binding ; 4x8) machine can not be damaged. •...
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6. Installation 18. Remove the Left Upper Cover, which excluded in 20. Install the Left Cover. procedure 11. • 3 Screw (RS Tightening ; M3x8) • 1 Screw • 3 Hooks 21. Install the Left Upper Cover Unit. • 4 Claws •...
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6. Installation 22. Remove the Protection Sheet from the Buffer Pass 25. Install the Rear Relay Cover. Left Upper Cover. • 3 Hooks • 1 Screw (Binding ; M4x8) Binding (M4x8) 23. Close the Front Upper Cover. 26. Remove the 2 Face Seals (White) from Left Cover. 24.
6. Installation Making Checks after Completion of Installation Work Disposal Parts Check 1. Following disposal parts are remained after completion of the installation work. [1] Sensor Flag of the Delivery Tray Full Detection Sensor1 1pc. [2] Face Cover 1pc. [3] Face Cover 1pc. [4] Subtray 1pc.
Service Tools Service Tools Solvents and Oils Name Uses Composition Remarks Alcohol Cleaning; Fluoride-family hydrocar- • Do not bring near fire e.g.,plastic, rubber parts, external • Procure locally covers. Alcohol • Substitute: IPA (isopropyl Surface activating agent alcohol) Water Solvent Cleaning;...