Ricoh SC720-44 Error Code
The edge or corner stapler motor did not finish its cycle in time. Often a staple jam or too many sheets in one staple set is the cause.
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What This Means in Plain Terms
The edge or corner stapler motor did not finish its cycle in time. Often a staple jam or too many sheets in one staple set is the cause.
The first failure may show as a jam. A second failure raises SC720-44. Clearing jammed staples and staying within the stapler sheet limit are the end-user fixes.
Safe things you can try
- Turn the machine off.
- Open the finisher and locate the stapler cartridge.
- Remove the cartridge and clear any jammed or partially formed staples according to the finisher instructions for your model.
- Confirm recent jobs were within the stapler sheet limit for that finisher.
- Reinstall the cartridge firmly, close the finisher, and turn the machine on.
- Run a short staple test with a small set of sheets.
Do not do these
- Do not exceed the stapler capacity for your finisher model.
- Do not force the stapler carriage if it is jammed hard.
Never enter service mode or clear safety codes yourself. Those steps can damage the machine or leave a safety lock uncleared.
When to call for service
If staple jams are cleared and SC720-44 still returns, the stapler motor or wiring needs service.
Reference: Ricoh GSD Knowledge Base Answer 265425. Guidance summarized for San Diego County offices; model details can vary.
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