Chapter 8 — OFFICE EQUIPMENT 



the fluid master E which Is fastened to the drum 

 by a clamp, and then ejects the finished copy 

 into the reoeiving tray. 



Maintenance 



The ditto machine is practically maintenance 

 free. If maintenance is required, contact the 

 company furnishing these services or maintenance 

 personnel of your unit. Keep the exterior and 

 the drum clean. When the machine is not in 

 use, the main power switch is kept in the 

 OFF position, and the dust cover should be 

 placed over it. 



Safety Precautions 



The duplicating fluid used in the machines is 

 highly flammable and toxic. Therefore, DO NOT 

 smoke in the area of the ditto machine and 

 ensure there is proper ventilation at all times. 



XEROX MACHINES 



The Xerox machine has added a new di- 

 mension to the reproduction capabilities of most 

 weather offices. 



The operator in most cases can take an 

 original "as is" and reproduce any number 

 of copies in a matter of minutes or even sec- 

 onds. 



NAVOCEANMET uses various sizes and mod- 

 els of the Xerox copier. Some of the models 

 that you may encounter are the 3600, 4000, 

 and 7000 series. The information given in the 

 following section will cover the 7000 series 

 shown in figure 8-2. 



All Xerox machines operate on the principle 

 of the dry electrical process. Both the items 

 and terms used in the operation of Xerox machines 

 will be discussed. 



Copy Paper 



The recommended copy paper used with the 

 Xerox copier is from 16 to 32 pound long 

 grain paper. The size will vary with the type 

 and capability of the copier, ranging from 8 x 10 

 Inches to 8 l/2 x 14 inches. When paper is 

 loaded, some models use only the "curl side" 

 type, while others use the "two-sided" type. 

 When the "curl side" type is used, ensure the 

 curl Is DOWN. Use only one size paper at 

 a time. Mixing paper sizes and types will re- 

 sult In mlsfeeds. 



Misfeed 



A misfeed is the term used to define the 

 condition that results when the paper does not 

 feed properly or is jammed during the normal 

 cycle. This results in an overload and the 

 Xerox will automatically shut OFF. All mis- 

 feeds must be cleared before normal operations 

 can be continued. Refer to the operator's manual 

 for proper procedures for clearing a misfeed. 



Toner 



Toner is the fine black powder used to form 

 the copy image. Toner is dispensed from the 

 toner well located under the top cover. A small 

 amount of toner is dispensed with each copy. 

 The amount of toner dispensed is controlled by 

 the toner dial setting. Check the toner level 

 in the toner well daily and maintain the proper 

 operating level. 



Print Density 



This term applies to the lightness or dark- 

 ness of the copy. Print density may be adjusted 

 by increasing or decreasing the toner flow. 



Some models are equipped with a light origi- 

 nal feature button for improving the quality of 

 the image when the original is weak or light. 

 Blueprint is a good example of a light original. 



Key Operator 



The Xerox Corporation offers a course of 

 instruction for units equipped with a Xerox 

 machine. This course of instruction trains the 

 Key Operator in the proper use of the Xerox, 

 proper maintenance, and servicing procedures. 

 One or two individuals within the command 

 should be designated as Key Operators. Listed 

 in Table 8-1 are some of the duties of the Key 

 Operator. 



Operating Procedures 



Set print quantity at the desired number of 

 copies. If you are copying a light or weak origi- 

 nal, use the light original feature button. Raise 

 the document cover and Insert the document 

 with the original face down and with the right 

 side against the side scale. Ensure the original 

 Is centered and close the cover. When the 



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