Are you getting the Error code SC442-00 currently on your Ricoh mpc 4503, mpc3003... Read this article to know how to fix the sc442-00 error
Ricoh mp c4503 error code sc442-00
Are you getting the Error code SC442-00 currently on your Ricoh mpc 4503, mpc3003, mpc3503, mpc5503, mpc6003, mpc3004, mpc4504, mpc6004? Do you want to fix the error code sc442-00 that appears on your Ricoh copier? Read this article to know how to fix the sc442-00 error from your copier and the causes behind this error code.
How does the error code sc442-00 come?
This error
occurs when dust particles enter the machine. These dust particles block the
functions of sensors and motors. Hence the error code arises. It is better to
place the machine in a dust-free area. Replace machine parts such as Drum unit,
ITB unit and developer unit immediately when it's life ends. If not, these
errors are very likely to occur. This error code can occur when the toner
spreads from the drum unit to other parts of the machine. This spreader toner
will block the functions of the sensors. Hence this error comes. The toner will
spread from the drum unit If you are using a compatible drum unit, toner or
developer. Always use original parts of the machines to avoid such unwanted
problems.
Meaning of the
error code sc442-00 in Ricoh
The error code
sc442-00 in Ricoh Copier stands for ITB Lift error or Image transfer belt
contact sensor error. This error code occurs when the transfer belt contact
sensor is unable to detect the movement of the actuator during the time the
motor rotates. If the image transfer unit is not set up correctly, an error
code will occur. Dirty or Defective Transfer Belt Contact Sensor an error code
may occur
Solution for the error code sc442-00
- Clean the transfer belt lift sensor (see the picture below). Replace it if necessary.
- Set up the image transfer unit properly.
- Clean the transfer unit waste toner.
- Check the transfer belt contact motor, replace it if necessary.
- Check the image transfer unit, replace it if necessary.
- Check the contacts.
I
hope this helps you. If the error persists after doing the above
solutions, you should contact the Ricoh Customer Service Team for the
assistance of an expert. They will assist you to get rid of this issue.
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