
M199/M200/M203/M204
SERVICE MANUAL

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LEGEND
PRODUCT
CODE
COMPANY
LANIER RICOH SAVIN
M199 N/A SP C250DN N/A
M200 SP C252DN SP C252DN SP C252DN
M203 N/A SP C250SF N/A
M204 SP C250SF SP C250SF SP C250SF
DOCUMENTATION HISTORY
REV. NO. DATE COMMENTS
* 04/2014 Original Printing

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. PRODUCT INFORMATION ........................................................... 1-1
1.1 MACHINE OVERVIEW .............................................................................. 1-1
1.1.1 COMPONENT LAYOUT ................................................................... 1-1
Engine (M199/M200) ............................................................................ 1-1
Engine (M203/M204) ............................................................................ 1-2
ADF (only for M203/M204) ................................................................... 1-3
Scanner (only for M203/M204) ............................................................. 1-3
1.1.2 PAPER PATH ................................................................................... 1-4
ADF (only for M203/M204) ................................................................... 1-4
1.1.3 DRIVE LAYOUT ............................................................................... 1-5
1.2 MACHINE CONFIGURATION ................................................................... 1-7
1.2.1 PRINTER MODEL (M199/M200) ...................................................... 1-7
1.2.2 MF MODEL (M203/M204)................................................................. 1-7
1.3 GUIDANCE FOR THOSE WHO ARE FAMILIAR WITH PREDECESSOR
PRODUCTS ..................................................................................................... 1-8
1.3.1 PRINTER MODELS: ......................................................................... 1-8
1.3.2 MF MODELS: ................................................................................... 1-8
2. INSTALLATION ............................................................................. 2-1
2.1 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ............................................................ 2-1
2.1.1 ENVIRONMENT ............................................................................... 2-1
2.1.2 MACHINE LEVEL ............................................................................. 2-1
2.1.3 MACHINE SPACE REQUIREMENTS .............................................. 2-2
Printer Models (M199/M200) ................................................................ 2-2
MF Models (M203/M204) ..................................................................... 2-3
2.1.4 POWER REQUIREMENTS .............................................................. 2-3
2.1.5 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE ........................................................ 2-3
3. REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT ......................................... 3-1
3.1 BEFORE YOU START ............................................................................... 3-1
3.1.1 GENERAL PRECAUTIONS .............................................................. 3-1
AIO ....................................................................................................... 3-1
Laser Unit ............................................................................................. 3-2
Transfer Roller ..................................................................................... 3-2
Fusing .................................................................................................. 3-2

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Paper Feed .......................................................................................... 3-2
Scanner Unit (for M203/M204) ............................................................. 3-3
3.1.2 RELEASING PLASTIC LATCHES .................................................... 3-3
3.1.3 AFTER SERVICING THE MACHINE ................................................ 3-4
3.1.4 LITHIUM BATTERIES (MF MODELS) .............................................. 3-4
3.2 SPECIAL TOOLS....................................................................................... 3-5
3.3 EXTERIOR COVERS ................................................................................ 3-6
3.3.1 REAR COVER .................................................................................. 3-6
Rear Cover (Printer Models) ................................................................ 3-6
Rear Cover (MF Models) ...................................................................... 3-7
3.3.2 RIGHT COVER ................................................................................. 3-8
3.3.3 LEFT COVER ................................................................................... 3-8
Printer Models ...................................................................................... 3-8
MF Models ........................................................................................... 3-9
3.3.4 FRONT COVER UNIT .................................................................... 3-10
3.4 SCANNER UNIT (ONLY FOR MF MODELS) .......................................... 3-11
3.4.1 SCANNER UNIT ............................................................................. 3-11
3.5 ADF (ONLY FOR MF MODELS) .............................................................. 3-14
3.5.1 ADF UNIT ....................................................................................... 3-14
3.5.2 ORIGINAL TRAY ............................................................................ 3-14
3.5.3 ADF PICK-UP ROLLER .................................................................. 3-15
3.5.4 ADF FEED ROLLER ....................................................................... 3-16
3.5.5 ADF SEPARATION PAD ................................................................ 3-16
3.5.6 ADF FRONT COVER...................................................................... 3-17
3.5.7 ADF REAR COVER ........................................................................ 3-18
3.5.8 ADF MOTOR .................................................................................. 3-19
3.5.9 ADF TOP COVER........................................................................... 3-20
3.5.10 DOCUMENT SENSOR ............................................................. 3-21
3.5.11 ADF FEED SENSOR ................................................................ 3-23
3.6 LASER UNIT ............................................................................................ 3-24
3.6.1 CAUTION DECAL LOCATIONS ..................................................... 3-24
3.6.2 LASER OPTICS HOUSING UNIT ................................................... 3-25
Printer Models .................................................................................... 3-25
MF Models ......................................................................................... 3-26
After replacing the laser optics housing unit ....................................... 3-28
Printing out the test chart to make sure MUSIC was performed correctly
........................................................................................................... 3-29
Checking that MUSIC was Performed Correctly ................................ 3-30
If MUSIC has not been performed successfully ................................. 3-31

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3.7 AIO CARTRIDGE (ALL IN ONE CARTRIDGE)........................................ 3-32
3.7.1 AIO CARTRIDGE............................................................................ 3-32
3.7.2 BLACK AIO MOTOR....................................................................... 3-32
3.7.3 COLOR AIO MOTOR...................................................................... 3-35
3.8 IMAGE TRANSFER ................................................................................. 3-37
3.8.1 IMAGE TRANSFER BELT UNIT ..................................................... 3-37
After replacing the image transfer belt unit ......................................... 3-38
3.8.2 ITB (IMAGE TRANSFER BELT) CLEANING UNIT ........................ 3-38
3.8.3 AGITATOR MOTOR ....................................................................... 3-39
3.8.4 ITB (IMAGE TRANSFER BELT) CONTACT MOTOR..................... 3-40
3.8.5 ITB (IMAGE TRANSFER BELT) CONTACT SENSOR ................... 3-42
3.8.6 TM (TONER MARK) SENSOR BASE ............................................. 3-43
3.8.7 WASTE TONER BOTTLE SET SENSOR....................................... 3-44
3.8.8 WASTE TONER OVERFLOW SENSOR ........................................ 3-45
3.9 PAPER TRANSFER ................................................................................ 3-46
3.9.1 TRANSFER UNIT ........................................................................... 3-46
3.9.2 TRANSFER ROLLER ..................................................................... 3-47
3.9.3 REGISTRATION ROLLER.............................................................. 3-48
Reassembling the registration roller unit ............................................ 3-49
3.9.4 REGISTRATION SENSOR ............................................................. 3-49
3.9.5 REGISTRATION CLUTCH ............................................................. 3-50
3.10 IMAGE FUSING ................................................................................. 3-51
3.10.1 FUSING UNIT ........................................................................... 3-51
3.10.2 FUSING LAMP .......................................................................... 3-53
When Reinstalling the Fusing Lamp ................................................... 3-55
When Reassembling the Fusing Unit ................................................. 3-56
3.10.3 TRANSPORT/FUSING MOTOR ............................................... 3-56
3.11 PAPER FEED .................................................................................... 3-58
3.11.1 PAPER FEED CLUTCH ............................................................ 3-58
3.11.2 PAPER FEED ROLLER ............................................................ 3-58
3.11.3 SEPARATION PAD ................................................................... 3-59
3.11.4 PAPER END SENSOR ............................................................. 3-60
3.12 PAPER EXIT ...................................................................................... 3-61
3.12.1 PAPER EXIT ROLLER .............................................................. 3-61
3.12.2 PAPER EXIT SENSOR ............................................................. 3-62
3.13 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS .......................................................... 3-63
3.13.1 CONTROLLER BOARD ............................................................ 3-63
Controller Board (Printer Models) ....................................................... 3-63
Controller Board (MF Models) ............................................................ 3-64

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3.13.2 EGB (ENGINE BOARD) ............................................................ 3-66
EGB (Printer Models) ......................................................................... 3-66
EGB (MF Models)............................................................................... 3-67
3.13.3 FCU (ONLY FOR MF MODELS) ............................................... 3-69
3.13.4 OPERATION PANEL ................................................................ 3-69
Printer Models .................................................................................... 3-70
MF Models ......................................................................................... 3-70
Printer Models .................................................................................... 3-71
MF Models ......................................................................................... 3-71
3.13.5 OPU .......................................................................................... 3-71
OPU (Printer Models) ......................................................................... 3-71
OPU (MF Models) .............................................................................. 3-72
3.13.6 WI-FI BOARD............................................................................ 3-73
3.13.7 INTERLOCK SWITCHES .......................................................... 3-74
3.13.8 FUSING FAN MOTOR .............................................................. 3-75
3.13.9 FUSING STRIPPER PAWL SOLENOID ................................... 3-76
3.13.10 FUSING PRESSURE RELEASE SENSOR ........................... 3-77
3.13.11 LSU FAN MOTOR ................................................................. 3-78
3.13.12 ID CHIP BOARD .................................................................... 3-78
3.13.13 PSU ....................................................................................... 3-79
3.13.14 HIGH VOLTAGE POWER SUPPLY BOARD ........................ 3-81
3.13.15 TEMPERATURE/HUMIDITY SENSOR ................................. 3-81
3.13.16 DUPLEX MOTOR .................................................................. 3-82
3.13.17 SPEAKER (ONLY FOR MF MODELS) .................................. 3-84
3.13.18 EEPROM ............................................................................... 3-85
Checking that MUSIC was Performed Correctly ................................ 3-87
4. SYSTEM MAINTENANCE REFERENCE ..................................... 4-1
4.1 SERVICE MENU........................................................................................ 4-1
4.1.1 OVERVIEW ...................................................................................... 4-1
Menu Mode .......................................................................................... 4-1
Special Mode ....................................................................................... 4-1
4.1.2 MAINTENANCE MODE MENU (MF MODELS) ................................ 4-2
Menu List.............................................................................................. 4-2
4.1.3 SERVICE MODE (PRINTER MODELS) ......................................... 4-14
Menu List............................................................................................ 4-14
4.1.4 FAX SERVICE TEST MENU (ONLY FOR MF MODELS) ............... 4-18
Entering the Fax Service Test Menu .................................................. 4-18
Selecting an Item................................................................................ 4-18
Going into the Next Level/ Returning to the Previous Level ............... 4-18

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Exiting the Maintenance Mode Menu ................................................. 4-18
Menu List............................................................................................ 4-18
4.1.5 SIZE MISMATCH DETECTION MENU........................................... 4-20
Entering the Size Mismatch Detection Menu...................................... 4-20
4.2 CONFIGURATION, MAINTENANCE AND TEST PAGE INFORMATION 4-21
4.2.1 OVERVIEW .................................................................................... 4-21
To Print the Configuration Page/ Test Page/ Maintenance Page (Printer
Models) .............................................................................................. 4-21
To Print the Configuration Page/ Maintenance Page (MF Models) .... 4-21
4.2.2 ERROR LOG .................................................................................. 4-22
4.2.3 COUNTER AND COVERAGE (ONLY FOR PRINTER MODELS) .. 4-23
Configuration Page............................................................................. 4-23
4.3 FIRMWARE UPDATING .......................................................................... 4-24
4.3.1 CHECKING THE MACHINE FIRMWARE VERSION ...................... 4-24
To Print the Configuration Page (Printer Models)............................... 4-24
To Print the Configuration Page (MF Models) .................................... 4-24
4.3.2 UPDATING THE CONTROLLER FIRMWARE ............................... 4-25
Procedure........................................................................................... 4-25
4.3.3 UPDATING THE ENGINE FIRMWARE .......................................... 4-28
4.3.4 BOOT LOADER FIRMWARE ......................................................... 4-30
5. TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................... 5-1
5.1 SERVICE CALL CONDITIONS .................................................................. 5-1
5.1.1 SUMMARY ....................................................................................... 5-1
5.1.2 ENGINE SC ...................................................................................... 5-1
SC 1xx (Other Error) ............................................................................ 5-1
SC 2xx (Laser Optics Error) ................................................................. 5-2
SC 3xx (Charge Error).......................................................................... 5-3
SC 4xx (Image Transfer and Transfer Error) ........................................ 5-4
SC 5xx (Motor and Fusing Error).......................................................... 5-5
SC 6xx (Communication and Other Error).......................................... 5-10
5.1.3 CONTROLLER SC ......................................................................... 5-11
SC8xx................................................................................................. 5-11
5.2 ERROR CODES ...................................................................................... 5-12
5.2.1 OVERVIEW .................................................................................... 5-12
5.2.2 ERROR CODES LIST..................................................................... 5-12
5.3 FAX ERROR CODE DEFINITION (ONLY FOR MF MODELS) ................ 5-16
5.3.1 BASIC ERROR CODE STRUCTURE ............................................. 5-16
Digit 5 (far left): TX or RX ................................................................... 5-16
Digit 4: Coding (MH/MR/MMR/JBIG) .................................................. 5-16

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Digit 3: Modem mode ......................................................................... 5-17
Digit 2: Modem speed ........................................................................ 5-18
5.3.2 ERROR CODE TABLE ................................................................... 5-19
The following information is also included in the User Guide. ............ 5-21
5.4 FAX ERROR CLEAR PRINCIPLE (ONLY FOR MF MODELS) ............... 5-25
5.4.1 RX ................................................................................................... 5-25
5.4.2 TX ................................................................................................... 5-25
5.5 IMAGE PROBLEMS ................................................................................ 5-26
5.5.1 OVERVIEW .................................................................................... 5-26
5.5.2 IMAGE PROBLEM .......................................................................... 5-27
6. ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION ......................................... 6-1
6.1 ENERGY SAVING ..................................................................................... 6-1
6.1.1 ENERGY SAVER MODES ............................................................... 6-1
Timer Settings (Printer Models)............................................................ 6-2
Timer Settings (MF Models) ................................................................. 6-2
Return to Stand-by Mode ..................................................................... 6-2
Recommendation ................................................................................. 6-3
6.2 PAPER SAVE ............................................................................................ 6-4
6.2.1 EFFECTIVENESS OF DUPLEX/COMBINE FUNCTION .................. 6-4
1. Duplex .............................................................................................. 6-4
2. Combine mode ................................................................................. 6-4
3. Duplex + Combine............................................................................ 6-5
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Get the detailed Service Manual for Ricoh SPC250DN, SPC252DN, SPC250SF, SPC250SF copiers. This manual contains comprehensive diagrams, pictures, and procedures for diagnosing and repairing your copier. It is a valuable resource for both professional mechanics and DIY enthusiasts.
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- Product Information
- Machine Overview
- Machine Configuration
- Guidance for Those Who Are Familiar with Predecessor Products
- Installation
- Installation Requirements
- Power Requirements
- Installation Procedure
- Replacement and Adjustment
- Before You Start
- Special Tools
- Exterior Covers
- Scanner Unit (Only for MF Models)
- ADF (Only for MF Models)
- Laser Unit
- System Maintenance Reference
- Service Menu
- Configuration, Maintenance and Test Page Information
- Firmware Updating
- Troubleshooting
- Service Call Conditions
- Error Codes
- Fax Error Code Definition (Only for MF Models)
- Fax Error Clear Principle (Only for MF Models)
- Image Problems
- Environmental Conservation
- Energy Saving
- Paper Save
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