KYOCERA FS-5900C User Manual

ixFor Your SafetyGeneralWarningTo prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain or any type of moisture.CautionDo not open covers a

87Care and MaintenanceTrouble Possible Cause Corrective ActionStraight, thin lightvertical line in colours.The photosensitive beltinside the imaging u

88Care and MaintenanceTrouble Possible Cause Corrective ActionOne or more darkvertical lines appear onthe print in all colours.The imaging unit isscra

89Care and MaintenanceTrouble Possible Cause Corrective ActionDark and wavy verticalstreaks appear in allcolours.The main charge grid isdirty.Replace

90Care and Maintenance If you can’t make a printTrouble Possible Cause Corrective ActionThe page is completelyblank.The problem could be withone of t

91Care and Maintenance Media problemsTrouble Possible CauseFrequent paper-pickingerrorsFan the paper or transparencies before installing them intheir

92Care and Maintenance Print quality problemsTrouble Corrective ActionPrints have dull, fadedcolours.Print the Colour Calibration Page from the Colou

93Care and MaintenanceError MessagesPrinter Panel MessageError Message Possible Cause Corrective ActionAdd paper (paper source)(paper size)(media type

94Care and MaintenanceError Message Possible Cause Corrective ActionI/F occupied The front control paneloperation you attemptedis not possible because

95Care and MaintenanceError Message Possible Cause Corrective ActionLoad cassette #(paper size) (media type)The paper size does notmatch.The size of p

96Care and MaintenanceError Message Possible Cause Corrective ActionMissing TonerTD-81Y (Yellow)The yellow toner develop-er is not installed in thepri

xFor Your SafetyMoving the UnitThe printer weighs approximately 51 kg (112 lbs.). It must be handled by two people. Turn the power off and removethe p

97Care and MaintenanceError Message Possible Cause Corrective ActionRAM DISK error ##Press CONTINUECheck the error codedisplayed in the place of## and

98Care and MaintenanceError Message Possible Cause Corrective Action99: MPS: No job in the virtualbin specified for output or thatpage is missing.Read

99Care and MaintenanceError Message Possible Cause Corrective ActionToner lowTD-81C (Cyan)The cyan toner developeris almost empty.Replace the cyan ton

100Care and Maintenance Hard Disk Error CodesError Message RemedyHARDDISK error## Check the error code (digits) shown at the ## position, andPress CO

101Care and MaintenanceCode Error Meaning24 unmatchedmark Expected mark not found on stack25 unregister Internal error26 vmerror Virtual memory is exh

102Care and Maintenance1Turn off the printer; remove the power cord and all interface cables.2Remove the media cassette from the printer; remove the m

103Care and Maintenance4Reinsert the media cassette into the printer; use adhesive tape tosecure the cassette to the printer.5If you have other media

104Care and Maintenance8Wrap the imaging unit with a protective black plastic sheet.Caution:Do not expose the imaging unit to light for more than 45 s

105Care and Maintenance12(1) Push in on green tabs to unlock the cover.(2) Raise the cover until it catches in the open position.13(1) Rotate the tran

106Care and Maintenance15Install the plastic cover and insert the transfer unit into a plasticbag and seal the end tightly. Install the transfer unit

xiFor Your SafetyCaution LabelsATTENTION:SURFACECHAUDECI-INTERIEURVORSICHT:HEISSE FLÄCHEINTERNATENCION:SUPERFICIECALIENTEEN EL INTERNOCAUTION:HOT SURF

107Care and Maintenance(3) Replace the shipping cover.(4) Secure the shipping cover with adhesive tape.(5) Insert each toner developer into a plastic

108Care and Maintenance18(1) Raise the output tray and secure it to the printer with adhesivetape.(2) Secure the front cover, the multi-purpose tray a

109Care and Maintenance21Repack the printer in the original shipping box. Refer to thediagram below. Make sure that you keep the printer upright andle

110AppendixSpecificationsPrinterPower sourceRefer to the nameplate on the rear of the unit.TemperatureOperating: 10°C to 32.5°C (50°F to 90.5°F)Recomm

111AppendixMaximum printing speedThe print speeds listed in the following table represent the time the printer producesmultiple prints on various medi

112AppendixMargins and Print AreaWhen the image is printed on the media, the image (print area) is a bit smaller than themedia size. You may need to a

113Appendix Paper WeightThe printer is designed to work well with most types of paper. However, differences inpaper may have significant effects on t

114Appendix Transparencies and LabelsYou may also print on transparencies and labels that are made for the printer. Thefollowing work satisfactorily.

115Appendix• Re-using transparencies that have been fed through the printer once (for example,after jams or if the transparency is ejected without bei

116AppendixBi-directional Parallel InterfaceThe bi-directional parallel interface is based on the IEEE1284 standard.If your computer has a bi-directio

xiiFor Your SafetyFOR USERS IN THE UKIMPORTANT:FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLYThis printer is supplied with a moulded three p

117IndexAAC inlet ... 7, 24ATTENTION indicator ...

118IndexMemory Card ... 57Memory card ...

119IndexVVirtual Mail Box (VMB)... 52WWarnings ...

1Before You StartCautionsTo avoid machine malfunction, do not use the equipment under the following conditions:• Direct exposure to sunlight• Extremel

2Before You Start CD-ROMTo prevent the CD-ROM from accidental damages:• Do not touch or write on thesurface of the disc.• Do not leave the disc out o

3Before You StartFeaturesThe FS-5900C Colour Laser Printer provides fast, high-quality colour printing on plainpaper, plus the ease of operation and h

4Before You StartSystem RequirementsPCTo operate the FS-5900C effectively, refer to the following:CPU: More than Pentium(133 MHz or faster CPU is reco

5Before You StartMinimum Space RequirementsPower Source• The voltage level of the power source must not vary more than ±10% from the voltagelevel mark

6Before You StartUnpackingMake sure that all of the items shown below were provided and have not been damaged.Report damage or shortages to the resell

iThank you for purchasing the Kyocera FS-5900C Colour Laser Printer.NoticeNO LIABILITY IS ASSUMED FOR ANY DAMAGE CAUSED BY IMPROPER INSTALLATION.The i

7Before You StartPart Names Front side view Rear side viewPower switch( ☞ P. 25)Network interface card slotMulti-purpose (MP) tray( ☞ P. 19)Left sid

8Before You StartReadyPAR 600 A4 001Control Panel OverviewMessage DisplayThe message display displays the printer’s operational mode. Messages which

9Before You Start Interface IndicatorThe interface indicator indicates the interface over which data is currently being receivedor was last received.

10Before You StartON LINEDATASymbolic IndicatorThis printer icon includes the indicators which show the following information regardingthe printer’s p

11Before You StartControl KeysKey FunctionON LINE This key toggles the printer on-line and off-line.CANCEL This key cancels the data processed in the

12SetupSetting Up the PrinterPreparing the Imaging Unit1Open the front cover.2Turn the upper green lever clockwise until it stops and the arrowsare al

13SetupSetting Up the Output Tray1Remove the adhesive tape that holds the output tray against theprinter.2Lower the tray to the operating position.

14SetupInstalling the Toner DevelopersNote:The toner developers that are shipped with the printer are starter developers. Theyare installed in exactly

15Setup4Insert the toner developer in the appropriately labelled slot.From top to bottom, the order of the colour toner developers is BLACK, CYAN,MAGE

16SetupLoading MediaLoading Paper or Transparencies in the MediaCassetteThe printer is shipped with a media cassette (either Letter paper or A4 paper)

ii2. Copy RestrictionsFONTWARE/TrueDoc is copyrighted. Unauthorized copying of FONTWARE/TrueDoc even if modified, merged, orincluded with other softwa

17Setup2Remove the base plate stopper from inside the media cassette; referto the instruction sheet attached to the cassette.3Push down on the metal p

18Setup5Place the media in the cassette under the hooks.The height of media should not exceed the limit mark on the cassette, or it maycause a jam.Not

19SetupThinMiddleThick(1)Loading Media in the Multi-purpose TrayThe multi-purpose (MP) tray serves as an additional tray for loading any type of media

20Setup Loading PaperNotes:• Reusing media that has been fed through the printer (for example, after jams) canreduce the life of the consumables and

21Setup5Insert the media with the printing side up into the multi-purposetray.The height of media should not exceed the limit mark on the left guide,

22Setup Loading LabelFor detailed information on labels, refer to page 114.1Set the media thickness switch ( ☞ P. 19).2Adjust the media guides to the

23SetupConnecting the Printer to a ComputerThe printer can directly be connected to a computer through the parallel interface or theserial interface.T

24SetupUsing a Parallel Interface CableIf you do not have a parallel interface cable, you will need to purchase one from your localcomputer store or d

25SetupConnecting the Serial InterfaceTo connect the printer to a computer using the serial interface, use the XSER connectorat the rear panel of the

26SetupPrinting a Status Page From the Printer Control PanelThe status page provides general information on printer settings and configuration.Make su

iiiIMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS1. Read all of these instructions and save these instructions for later use.2. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before

27SetupInstalling the Driver SoftwareThe driver software installation will create the printer driver for Windows 3.1 orWindows 95/98.See the Help file

28SetupInstalling the Printer Driver for Windows 95/Windows 98 Using Plug and Play1Turn on the printer.2Turn on the computer and start Windows 95/Win

29Setup Using Add Printer1Start Windows 95/Windows 98.2Quit all applications.3Click Start, move the pointer to Settings, then click Printers.The Prin

30SetupSetting the Colour DensityThe printer panel provides an interface to adjust the density of the toner applied to themedia. This makes it possibl

31SetupThe current density setting for each colour is indicated by four stripes of cyan, magenta,yellow, and black (from left to right). On the Colour

32Setup2Compare the current colour density settings on the ColourCalibration Page with the colour density samples on the ColourCalibration Reference t

33Setup4Press the + or - key until >Print Calibration Page is indicated.5Press the ENTER key twice to reprint the Colour Calibration Page.• Repeat

34Using the PrinterMode SelectionThis section explains the menu levels and options which can be set using the MODE key. The MODE key can be usedto dis

35Using the PrinterContinued on next pageContinued from previous pageMEMORY CARD > >Read fonts>Read data>Write data>Delete data>Form

36Using the Printer Ignore LF CR and LF>LF action LF only>Printer ResetContinued from previous page Ignore CR CR and LF>CR action CR only>

ivCE Marking Directiveaccording to Council Directive 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EECManufacturer’s name: Kyocera Corporation, Printer DivisionManufacturer’s

37Using the PrinterNavigating through the menusThe menus are in the hierarchy as shown in the diagram above. Use the + and - keys tomove between menus

38Using the PrinterOutline for Menus Interface menuThe Interface menu selects one of the three printer interfaces (Option is available only ifan opti

39Using the Printer Number of copiesThe Number of copies menu sets the number of copies to be printed.Level 1 RangeNumber of copies 001 (Default) to

40Using the Printer5Press ENTER.6Press the + key repeatedly until the font name of Dutch801-RomanSWM is displayed.7Press ENTER to confirm the font sel

41Using the PrinterResident Scalable Fonts

42Using the PrinterKPDL Fonts

43Using the Printer Page orientationThe Page orientation menu switches between portrait and landscape pageorientations.Level 1 RangePage orientation

44Using the Printer Memory cardThe MEMORY CARD menu reads, writes, and deletes data on the memory card. It also allowsformatting the memory card and

45Using the Printer Colour calibrationThis menu provides an interface to adjust the density of the toner applied to the media.For details on how to c

46Using the Printer Paper handling modeThe Paper handling mode allows the MP tray to be configured in the same manner aswith the media cassette.Level

vDeclaration of Conformity (Australia)Manufacturer’s name: Kyocera Corporation, Printer DivisionManufacturer’s address: 2-14-9 Tamagawadai, Setagaya W

47Using the PrinterCassette modeApproximately 100 sheets of paper can be continuously fed.Note:In First mode, printing is carried out using custom siz

48Using the Printer Formfeed timeout timeThe Formfeed timeout time menu adjusts the time-out time for the occurrence of theprinter’s formfeed action.

49Using the Printer Printer ResetThe Printer Reset menu brings all temporary printer settings back to their defaultvalues. Note that resetting the pr

50Using the Printer Resource protectionThe Resource protection menu enables the resource protection function in thefollowing options. The resource pr

51Using the PrinterRAM DISKA RAM DISK can be set up as a virtual media device by setting a given amount of thetotal printer memory as the RAM DISK. Th

52Using the Printer RAM DISK OperationsThe following operations are available with the RAM DISK.• Read Data• Write Data• Delete Data• Print a List of

53Using the Printer Outputting to a VMBWhen sending data to a virtual output tray set within the RAM DISK, make this settingfrom the printer driver.

54Using the Printer Print Accumulated VMB Data with a PasswordThis function prints VMB data protected by a password which has accumulated in avirtual

55Using the Printer Print VMB Accumulated Data ListThis feature prints a list of VMB data accumulated in the RAM DISK.1Display >List of VMB.>Li

56Using the Printer Operations for Using a Barcode ReaderIf an optional barcode reader (BC-1) is connected to the printer, it is possible to print da

viENERGY STARSMAs an ENERGY STAR Partner, Kyocera Corporation has determined that this productmeets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.T

57Using the PrinterMemory CardsThis printer is equipped with a memory card slot. If a JEIDA Ver. 4.2 memory card isused, it is possible to read, write

58Using the Printer Reading Data from a Memory CardThe operation described here is performed while the message display reads Ready.1Insert the memory

59Using the Printer5Check that the message display has changed to Waiting and pressthe FORM FEED key.The printer will automatically print the data jus

60Using the Printer Formatting a Memory CardIt is necessary to first format a new memory card before it can be used by the printer.Formatted memory c

61Using the Printer Memory Card Error CodesError codes 11, 13, 17, and 18 apply only to flash memory cards.Error code MeaningMEMORYCARD err 01 • You

62Using the PrinterSetting the Sleep TimerThe sleep timer can be set anywhere from 0 to 120 minutes in 5-minute increments.Setting the sleep timer to

63Using the PrinterPermanentIn this mode, the printer stores fonts, macros, symbol sets, etc. in memory that weredownloaded as permanent PCL resources

64Care and MaintenanceCleaningPeriodic cleaning of the printer is recommended. The frequency of cleaning is dependentupon the environment in which the

65Care and Maintenance4Gently rotate the paper-pick rollers 180° (the paper-pick rollers areD-shaped) and wipe them with a lint-free cloth that has be

66Care and MaintenanceWhen using the duplex unit, it may become necessary to clean the rollers inside the unit.Open the internal cover, and wipe the r

viiContentsChapter 2SetupChapter 1Before YouStartChapter 3Using thePrinterCautions...

67Care and Maintenance(3) Grasping the front green handle, slide the imaging unit out untilit catches.(4) Lift up the left green handle. Pull the imag

68Care and Maintenance3Use a dry, lint-free cloth to wipe the slot of the sensor.4Reinsert the imaging unit into the printer, holding it by its greenh

69Care and MaintenanceUser Replaceable ComponentsWhen the printer panel indicates that a supply needs to be replaced, make sure that youhave replaceme

70Care and MaintenanceMain Charger Printer panel message Average lifeFuser unit *57,000 pages(with pre-installed Oil Warning FK-81Supply Roll and Cle

71Care and MaintenanceClearing a Jam Clearing a media jamMake sure that you follow these guidelines to avoid frequent media jams:• Always use high-qu

72Care and Maintenance Jam at A1Open the left side cover corresponding to the selected mediacassette.2Remove the jammed media.3Close the left side co

73Care and Maintenance Jam at B1Open the left side cover.2Use the green handles to pull out the paper feeder.3Remove the jammed media on the paper fe

74Care and Maintenance Jam at C1Remove the fuser:(1) Open the printer front cover.(2) Turn the small green thumbscrew counterclockwise to unlock thef

75Care and Maintenance2(1) Hold the fuser as shown below, and slide it out of the printer.Safety Caution:The fuser unit weighs approximately 3.1 kg (6

76Care and Maintenance4(1) Turn the fuser’s large green knob clockwise.(2) Remove the jammed media.5(1) Replace the oil supply roll into the fuser.(2)

viiiContentsChapter 4Care andMaintenanceAppendixCleaning... 64Us

77Care and Maintenance7(1) Turn the small green thumbscrew clockwise to lock the fuser.(2) Close the front cover.(1)(2)

78Care and Maintenance Jam at DSafety Caution:The fuser is hot. To avoid personal injury, turn off the printer and wait 10 minutes(after opening the

79Care and Maintenance1B(Printing face down)(1) Open the front cover.(2) Pull open the access door (above the plastic output tray). See ifthe media is

80Care and Maintenance Jam at E1Remove the jammed media from the output tray.— OR —Pull open the access door (above the plastic output tray) and remo

81Care and Maintenance Jam at F1Remove the jammed media from the multi-purpose tray.2Open and close the front cover to clear the error message from t

82Care and Maintenance Jam at G1(1) Pull open the access door (above the plastic output tray), and lookfor any paper.(2) Remove the media from inside

83Care and Maintenance(4) Remove the jammed media from the duplex unit.2Open and close the front cover to clear the error message from themessage disp

84Care and Maintenance Jam at H1Open the lower left side cover.2Remove the jammed media.3Close the lower left side cover.— OR —4Remove the selected m

85Care and MaintenanceTroubleshootingTrouble Possible Cause Corrective ActionA single colour is notuniform or many verticalstreaks (both light anddark

86Care and MaintenanceA single colour has asharp, dark or lightvertical streak.Trouble Possible Cause Corrective ActionThe toner developer is almostde