Brand: RICOH
Category: Printer
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Manual for MP 305+
Uploaded: April 20, 2026, 7:44 p.m.
Manual Publish Date: 2016-02-01
Safety First
Always prioritize safety. Read warnings and cautions carefully. Unplug devices before disassembly, keep hands away from moving parts, and avoid hot surfaces. Use caution with flammable materials and electrical components.
Installation and Setup
Ensure proper machine leveling and sufficient space. Connect power cords securely and arrange them to prevent tripping hazards. Follow specific installation procedures for peripherals like paper feed units and dehumidification heaters.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Perform regular preventive maintenance. Familiarize yourself with SP modes for diagnostics and adjustments. Refer to the troubleshooting section for error codes and solutions.
Handling Supplies
Handle toner and developer with care to avoid spills and inhalation. Store supplies properly to maintain their quality.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| SP | Description | Reading | 0 | 1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5-803-200 | Scanner HP Sensor | |||
| 5-803-201 | Platen Cover Sensor | |||
| 5-803-211 | Bank 1: Feed Cover Open Detection | |||
| 5-803-212 | Bank1:Paper End Sensor | |||
| 5-803-213 | Bank1: Feed Sensor | |||
| 5-803-214 | Bank1:Upper Limit Sensor | |||
| 5-803-215 | Bank 1: Tray Set Sensor |
Output Check Table (SP5-804)
Activates the electrical components for functional check. It is not possible to activate more than one component at the same time.
| SP | Display |
|---|---|
| 5-804-001 | Main Motor: CW: Standard Spd |
| 5-804-002 | Main Motor: CW: Low Spd |
| 5-804-005 | Toner Bottle Motor: CCW |
| 5-804-008 | Intake Fan Motor: Full Spd |
| 5-804-009 | Intake Fan Motor: Half Spd |
| 5-804-010 | HVP: Transfer: - |
| 5-804-011 | HVP: Transfer: + |
| 5-804-012 | HVP.: Separation Voltage |
| 5-804-013 | HVP.: Development |
| 5-804-014 | HVP.: Charge |
| 5-804-015 | Potential Sensor |
| 5-804-016 | Fusing Solenoid |
| 5-804-017 | Drum Quenching LED |
| 5-804-018 | Paper Feed CL |
| 5-804-019 | Registration CL |
| 5-804-020 | Bypass CL |
| 5-804-021 | Duplex: RVS Sensor CL |
| 5-804-022 | Paper Exit RVS CL |
| 5-804-023 | Paper Exit CL |
| 5-804-024 | Anti-Condensation Heater |
| 5-804-027 | Exhaust Fan Motor |
| 5-804-028 | Pre Cleaning Lamp |
| 5-804-049 | Polygon Motor: High Spd |
| 5-804-050 | Polygon Motor: Low Spd |
| 5-804-202 | Scanner Lamp: Color |
| 5-804-203 | Scanner Lamp: Bk |
| 5-804-241 | Bank1: Feed Motor |
| 5-804-242 | Bank 1:Paper feed clutch |