Kyocera KM 8030 User Manual

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5 Maintenance
This chapter describes cleaning and toner replacement.
• Cleaning the Copier...5-2
• Replacing Toner Container...5-4
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Cleaning the Copier
Clean the copier regularly to ensure optimum copy quality.
Cleaning the Document Processor and Platen
Open the document processor. Using a soft cloth 
dampened with alcohol or mild detergent, wipe the 
platen and the backside of the document processor.
IMPORTANT: Do not use thinner or other organic 
solvents.
Cleaning the Slit Glass
Use the cloth provided with the copier to 
clean the top and bottom slit glass. The 
appearance of black lines on copies 
when the document processor is used is 
a sign that the slit glass is possibly 
soiled.
The message Clean the slit glass for 
original fed from DP (Clean the slit glass 
for original fed) may be displayed if the 
slit glass requires cleaning. After 
cleaning it, press [End].
The appearance of white lines on copies is a sign that the roller of the document processor are 
possibly soiled.
IMPORTANT: Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the slit glass. Do not use water or organic solvents such 
as thinner.
Caution
For safety, always unplug the power cord before cleaning the copier.
Clean the slit glass for original fed from DP.
1. Open the Document Processor
2. Clean the long thin glass (slit glass)
  and the gl ass l ocated i nsi de the l ower
DP cover and white roller with attached cloth
3. Close the cover and
the  D o cume nt P r o ce sso r
4. Press the End Key
If the gl ass and r ol l er  ar e di r ty ,
  l i nes may  appear
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1Remove the cloth from the cleaning cloth 
compartment.
2Open the document processor and wipe the bottom slit 
glass (A).
3Holding the green lever, open the document processor 
bottom cover.
4Wipe the top slit glass (B) and the white roller (C).
5Close the document processor bottom cover.
A
B
C
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Replacing Toner Container
Promptly replace the toner container 
when the touch panel displays Add 
toner. 
Replace the toner container only if this 
messages appears.
NOTE: Press [Adding toner] to display 
the replacement instructions on the 
touch panel.
1Open the front cover.
2Push the toner container release lever to the left and 
pull the used container out slightly.
Caution
Do not attempt to incinerate the toner container or the waste toner box. Dangerous 
sparks may cause burns.
Caution
Do not attempt to force open or destroy the toner container or the waste toner box.
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3Let go of the toner container release lever and pull the 
used toner container until it can be removed.
4Holding the toner container handle, push the toner 
container release lever to the left again and gently 
remove the container.
5Place the used toner container in the plastic disposal 
bag provided.
6Remove the new toner container from the box.
7Set the toner container on a flat surface. When setting 
it down with the gear-end facing down, place some 
cushioning material underneath.
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8Tap the top of the toner container at least ten times.
9Turn the toner container upside-down and tap the top of 
the toner container at least ten times.
10Holding the toner container in both hands, shake it 
vertically at least ten times to distribute the toner 
evenly.
11Turn the toner container upside-down and shake it 
vertically at least ten times.
12Hold the toner container horizontally and shake it from 
side to side at least five times.
IMPORTANT: Do not install the toner container 
before shaking it sufficiently. This may cause errors 
due to incomplete toner replenishment.
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13Insert the new toner container into the copier. There will 
be an audible click when the container is inserted in 
the correct position.
14Close the front cover.
After use, always dispose of the toner container and the waste toner box in accordance 
with Federal, State and Local rules and regulations.
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6 Troubleshooting
This chapter explains how to solve problems with the copier.
• Solving Malfunctions...6-2
• Responding to Error Messages...6-4
• Clearing Paper Jams...6-9
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Solving Malfunctions
The table below provides general guidelines for problem solving.
If a problem occurs with your copier, check the checkpoints and perform procedures indicated on 
the following pages. If the problem persists, contact your Service Representative.
Symptom Checkpoints Corrective Actions Reference 
Page
The operation panel 
does not respond when 
the copier is turned on 
(| position).Is the copier plugged in? Plug the power cord into an AC outlet. —
Pressing the Start key 
does not produce 
copies.Is there a message on the touch 
panel?Determine the appropriate response 
to the message and respond 
accordingly.page6-4
Blank sheets are ejected. Are the originals loaded correctly? When placing originals on the platen, 
place them face-down and align them 
with the original size indicator plates.page2-18
When placing originals in the 
document processor, place them 
face-up.page2-16
Copies are too light.Is the copier  in  Auto  Exposure mode? Set the correct exposure level for auto 
exposure.Advanced 
Operation 
Guide, 
Chapter 3
Is the copier in Manual Exposure 
mode?Use the exposure adjustment key to 
set the correct exposure level.page3-5
When changing the default exposure 
level, adjust the exposure manually 
and choose the desired level.Advanced 
Operation 
Guide, 
Chapter 3
Is the toner distributed evenly within 
the toner container?Shake the toner container from side to 
side 10 times.page5-4
Is the copier in EcoPrint mode? Deactivate EcoPrint mode by 
pressing [Off] for this setting.Advanced 
Operation 
Guide, 
Chapter 1
Is there a message indicating the 
addition of toner?Replace the toner container. page5-4
Is the copy paper damp? Replace the copy paper with new 
paper.page2-2
Copies are too dark.Is the copier  in  Auto  Exposure mode? Set the correct exposure level for auto 
exposure.Advanced 
Operation 
Guide, 
Chapter 3
Is the copier in Manual Exposure 
mode?Use [Exposure Adjustment] to set the 
correct exposure level.page3-5
When changing the default exposure 
level, adjust the exposure manually 
and choose the desired level.Advanced 
Operation 
Guide, 
Chapter 3
Copies have a moire 
pattern (dots grouped 
together in patterns and 
not aligned uniformly).Is the original a printed photograph?Select [Photo] as the Image Quality 
mode.page3-4
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