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DocuPrint P12
User Guide
602E20580
11/97
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Xerox Corporation 800 Phillips Road Webster, New York 14580 ©1997 Xerox Corporation. Xerox®, The Document Company®, the stylized X, and the identifying product names and numbers herein are registered trademarks of Xerox Corporation. Xerox Canada Ltd. is the licensee of all the trademarks. Copyright protection claimed includes all forms and matters of copyrighted material and information now allowed by statutory of judicial law or hereinafter granted, including without limitation material gene
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Introduction Thank you for purchasing this laser printer. The Xerox DocuPrint P12 is a desktop laser printer specially designed for the demanding small ® ® office and home office users. It uses Adobe PrintGear , a highly innovative printing technology, which provides all the performance and power you need for your business, small workgroup and personal printing. In this manual you will find all the information essential for the operation and care of your laser printer. So, do keep it handy sho
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What This Manual Contains This manual consists of the following safety precautions, ten chapters, and two appendices and warranty information: Safety Notes Describes the precautions required to prevent personal injury and equipment damage. Read this chapter before installing the printer. Chapter 1 Knowing Your Printer Gives you a general view and guidelines of this printer. Read this chapter before installing the printer. Chapter 2 Setting Up Covers the setup and basic operations of the printer
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Chapter 9 Maintenance Discusses how to handle and use the printer supplies and maintain the printer, and what to do when relocating the printer. Read this chapter before attempting to use the supplies or performing any maintenance. Chapter 10 Troubleshooting Describes procedures to help isolate and solve print quality and printer problems. Read this chapter when a problem occurs, before calling for service. Appendix A Printer Specifications B Pin Configuration iii
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Manual Conventions The following conventions are used throughout this manual: Provides information required to successfully complete an operation or procedure. Cautions you not to overlook the mentioned points. Indicates where to find related information. iv
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Safety Notes The Xerox DocuPrint P12 and its supplies are designed and tested to meet strict safety requirements. This chapter contains information to ensure the continued safe operation of your Xerox DocuPrint P12. Laser Safety The Xerox DocuPrint P12 complies with safety standards, and is certified as a Class 1 Laser product under the US Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard according to the Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968. The prin
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Electrical Safety Always follow a code of safe habits starting with the following: 1. Use only the power cord supplied with your Xerox DocuPrint P12. 2. Do not use a ground adapter plug to connect the Xerox DocuPrint P12 to a power source receptacle that lacks a ground connection terminal. 3. Plug the power cable directly into a properly grounded electrical outlet. Do not use an extension cord. If you are not sure whether or not an outlet is properly grounded, consult an electrician. WAR
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Radio Frequency Emissions USA Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, ther
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Operational Safety The Xerox DocuPrint P12 and its supplies were designed and tested to meet strict safety requirements. These include safety agency examination, approval, and compliance with established environmental standards. To ensure the continued safe operation of your Xerox DocuPrint P12, follow these safety guidelines at all times. • Improper connection of the grounding conductor can result in electrical shock. • Follow warnings and instructions marked on or supplied with the equipment.
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Table of Contents Introduction ...........................................................................................................................i What This Manual Contains.................................................................................................ii Manual Conventions ...........................................................................................................iv Safety Notes..............................................................................
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3-2 Loading Print Media .................................................................................................... 36 3-2-2 Using the Envelope cassette (optional)................................................................... 43 3-2-3 Using the Multi-sheet Bypass Feeder ..................................................................... 47 3-2-4 Closing the multi-sheet bypass feeder .................................................................... 51 CONTROL PANEL ............
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7-2-1 Using the Status Monitor....................................................................................... 111 7-2-2 Unloading the Status Monitor................................................................................ 112 CHAPTER 8 PRINTER OPTIONS ....................................................................................................... 113 8-1 Options..................................................................................................................
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Knowing Your Printer 1
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1-1 Unpacking Upon receiving your printer, unpack as follows: Remove the printer from the shipping carton and place it on a 1 flat and stable surface. The printer weighs approximately 26.4 pounds without options or consumable installed. Be careful when removing it from the shipping carton. Ask for assistance. Check to make sure you have received all of the items listed 2 below. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your dealer. Save this user guide for reference and all packing materials
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1-2 Printer Parts This section introduces you to the various parts of your printer. 1-2-1 External view 7 4 8 5 3 9 6 2 1 12 10 11 1 Power cord socket 7 Top cover/Face-down output tray Connect the power cord to this Open to access Laser Printer cartridge. power socket. Holds printed sheets after they exit the printer. 2 Power switch Turns the power on or off. 8 Front cover Open to access the multi-sheet bypass 3 Ventilation fan inlet feeder. (Secondary paper input.) Inlet for the ventilation fa
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1-2-2 Internal view Warning label Posted on the top of the fuser. The fuser is very hot. Be careful when handling the inside of the printer. CAUTION! HIGH TEMPERATURE VORSICHT! HEITUNGSROLLEN SEHR HEISS ATTENTION! TEMPERATURE ELEVEE ADVERTENCIA! TEMPERATURE ELEVADA CUIDADO! ALTA TEMPERATURA Fuser Bonds toner onto the paper. Cleaning brush Use this to clean the mirror. Laser Printer cartridge guide channel Use the color markers on both the left guide channel and the cartridge
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1-3 Software The Xerox DocuPrint P12 printer comes complete with three diskettes and one CD-ROM containing the software installation programs for the printer. The following is a description of the software you shall get from these installation programs. Xerox DocuPrint P12 Windows Printer Driver In this advanced printer driver, you shall find special features watermark printing, booklet and poster printing, n-up printing, and two-sided printing. 2-2 Installing the Printer Software & Ch
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1-4 Installation Requirements Observe the following space, electrical, operating and system requirements before setting up your printer. 1-4-1 Printer space requirements The following illustrations show the standard dimensions and recommended clearances for the Xerox DocuPrint P12. Leave at least the recommended minimum space between the printer and the surrounding walls and furniture for ventilation. Top view 12.2" 310 mm 7.1" 180 mm 1" 25 mm 10.6" 270 mm Side view 25.6" 650 mm 34.5" 876 mm Th
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1-4-2 Operating environments Setting Place the printer on a flat and stable surface. Make sure the printer is shielded from the direct air flow of heaters, air conditioners, or humidifiers. Locate the printer away from electrical equipment, such as a radio or television. Install the printer out of children’s reach. Temperature Range: 41° to 95°F (5° to 35°C) Do not subject the printer to sudden temperature changes as these may cause condensation inside the printer, resulting in print quality
