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Fix Ricoh P 501 High Temperature Error: Fuser Replacement

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Struggling to replace the Fuser Unit in your Ricoh P 501? Our detailed guide simplifies the process, ensuring your printer stays up and running smoothly.

The following tutorial is for these models:

IM 350F, IM 430F, IM 430Fb, P 501, P 502

When Do You Need to Replace the Fuser Unit?

If you're getting error messages, this may indicate it's time to replace the fuser unit. Listed here are all the errors that indicate a problem:

SC542-01 Temperature gradient detection at the center of the hot roller 

SC542-03 No reload temperature (timeout at the center of the hot roller) 

SC543-00 High-temperature software error (center) 

SC544-00 High-temperature (center) hardware error 

SC545-00 Fusing lamp (center) remains ON

Step-by-Step Guide: Replacing the Fuser Unit

Prior to starting, it is imperative to remember power off the device and disconnect from its power source at the back.

This step-by-step tutorial will further break down the steps to remove and replace the fuser unit for the Ricoh P 501. Let’s begin!


Step One: Power Off Printer

Turn the printer off and disconnect the power cord.

powering off ricoh p501 printer

Step Two: Open Rear Cover

Next, open the rear door assembly.

opening rear cover from a ricoh p501 printer

Step Three:  Remove Old Fuser

Locate the green levers found on the left and right side of the fuser. Then by pinching the green levers on the handle, remove the fuser unit.

removing fuser from a ricoh p501 printer

Step Four: Install New Fuser

Carefully slide in the new fuser until you hear it lock in place.    

installing new fuser from a ricoh p501 printer

Step Five: Close Rear Cover

Close the rear door assembly. 

closing rear cover from a ricoh p501 printer

Step Six: Turn On Printer

Finally, reconnect the power cord and turn the printer on.  

reconnecting power to ricoh p501 printer

Order Your Replacement Parts Today!

Order the replacement parts needed for this step-by-step tutorial right here:

D0A44017, D0A4-4017, D0A44018, D0A4-4018 - Ricoh P 501 Fuser Unit, 110V

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