Ricoh 5006
Q: I am having a problem with the color as it is laid down on the transfer belt. They do not register correct. The images are about 1/8 inch apart, giving a very blurred copy. Has anyone had this problem and how do you make the images register correctly?
A: PCS said, "Check the image belt for slipping, first the springs that tension the roller may need replacing, you can stretch then and if it improves, then replace them. Also check the sensor actuator, if it’s loose on the shaft, it will cause mis-registration. If you need a belt let me know, should have a few in stock."
Q: The technician replied, "I have replaced the springs on the transfer belt. The drive unit was loose so I tightened the screw on that. All the rollers were cleaned. I have never had to replace a roller before which one should I replace? The rubber coated roller? The black plastic sensor actuator is loose, but it has no way to be tightened.
A: PCS replied, "The black actuator can be shimmed. Remove it from shaft and see if you can slip a cut piece of Mylar between the flat on the shaft and the actuator. The rubber roller is the drive, also make sure the idle rollers are turning free, and you can check the drive motor belt tension, too loose or tight causes trouble.
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