ARDF 3050 dog ear.

[Counsel]

So i have a D541 ardf 3050 that is dog earing, pretty sure its the rear right hinge the two springs. Now I know there was a bullitin on one of these and i was sure it was this one but in TSRC the 3050 isn't listed in the accessories it stops at a 3030 adf, its also doesnt have any info under the mpc2051 area only firmware.

So does anyone remember if this is the feeder that had the hinge spring problem something about putting spacers in there, or was there a new part that was made to replace the springs. I tried some on the spot macgyver spacers but its still not laying flat and dog ears the lead edge rear side corner.

any other suggestions would be great. thanks.

[jhammond]

Re: ARDF 3050 dog ear.

I believe this is what you are looking for.

[slimslob]

Re: ARDF 3050 dog ear.

When I am looking for information on accessories for newer equipment, I start with the MFP itself. I found the same bulletin that jhammond attached in the bulletins for the MP C3001. If you know the product code, you can also use the search function on rfg-esource.

[Counsel]

Re: ARDF 3050 dog ear.

Thanks guys, i didnt think about the RFG site search, it used to be under accessories in ricoh tsrc but its not there i think they revamped the site a bit, i also wasnt sure which other model used that adf, the one i have it on now is a LD620 /mpc2050 so i wasnt sure what other model to check under. I hardly use the site anymore other then a firmware download.

I knew it was there somewhere though, thanks for the info and the tip.

[slimslob]

Re: ARDF 3050 dog ear.

Thanks guys, i didnt think about the RFG site search, it used to be under accessories in ricoh tsrc but its not there i think they revamped the site a bit, i also wasnt sure which other model used that adf, the one i have it on now is a LD620 /mpc2050 so i wasnt sure what other model to check under. I hardly use the site anymore other then a firmware download.

I knew it was there somewhere though, thanks for the info and the tip.

To use rfg-esource from TSRC, At the top right of the screen click on "Select your RFG Web Site and select RFG esource. Or you can type rfg-esource.ricoh-usa.com as the URL.

Once on esource, click on search. the Search: Expanded form will open. A little over half way down the search is the box for entering the product code. Below that are se3lections for manuals, bulletins, firmware type, etc. Chose the item you want from the options and click search. I use it mostly for firmware and bulletins. Once the list ids on the screen, click Select-All, then click Download. Provided your browser does not have problem with JAVA, your will get a download form where you can select where you want to save. If downloading firmware, also click the check box for extract zip file contents and it will download and extract automatically for you. Had an instructor show us how to use it. One other thing, if you click user profile there is a box for setting the number items to list per page in the search results.

[BLADE]

Re: ARDF 3050 dog ear.

I once bent the spring tail somehow to create an extra turn which worked as a dodgy fix

[slimslob]

Re: ARDF 3050 dog ear.

I once bent the spring tail somehow to create an extra turn which worked as a dodgy fix

I have used a large paper clip to replace a broken hook on a spring. Held long enough to get in a new spring.

[Counsel]

Re: ARDF 3050 dog ear.

I just ordered new springs and the new hinge, looks like they changed the hinge part number there wasn't a serial cut in on the TSB so not sure which hinge this machine has now. Try that first and see if it helps if it doesn't im afraid they bent the frame piece that connects to the hinge.

[Bantams]

Re: ARDF 3050 dog ear.

I usually just remove the springs when this keeps happening and use smaller screws instead without springs.

[Athlontini]

Re: ARDF 3050 dog ear.

I did this same thing, until I ran out of smaller screws with that head size - hence the washers. One or two of them on the "left" spring (if you're looking at the machine from the back) is all I've ever needed.

Can't imagine the resolve it must take to actually replace that hinge though.

[Cipher]

Re: ARDF 3050 dog ear.

I've replaced half a dozen of these hinges to date (D5411271), it is a bit of an fiddly mission though.

Involves disconnecting the wire harnesses, removing the hardness duct, clutch bracket, transport belts (so you are able to see enough of the c-clip on the pin) and remove the ADF feed motor (so you can slide the hinge pin out).

Takes roughly 30 mins (maybe 45 mins the first time).

Tip.

When you go to put the c-clip back on the hinge pin add a tiny amount of grease to the c-clip so it sticks to the side of the hinge frame.
Then line up the pin groove and slide the c-clip along the frame and push it home with a flat head.
It's far less frustrating than trying to put the c-clip back on freehand as there is little to no room to get your long nose pliers on that c-clip.

[Athlontini]

Re: ARDF 3050 dog ear.

Glad to hear it's a manageable exercise. It's been a long time since my first attempt to replace it and I remember it being pretty miserable.

Never had this issue come back after adding spacers, though. Hope I haven't jinxed myself.

[Counsel]

Re: ARDF 3050 dog ear.

Just to follow up i did replace replace the D541 hinge with two new springs. Um ya was a little more of a pain then i anticipated i figured remove the screws the pop it off the bottom, didnt relize there was a pin in it. So ya removed the wiring and duct, pulled the large motor and belts off then the feed belt and gear was able to slip the pin to the inside and pull with long needle nose and get it slipped back in, glad my hands are small it was kind of a bitch.

But it did fix the problem so 30 mins of work and its golden.