Inner Finisher-B1

With the Inner Finisher-B1 attached to the machine, you can make copies in sets arranged in paper order (Collate) or in groups of each page (Group) as well as staple copies (Staple). The finisher also enables you to combine the Collate mode or Group mode with the Offset mode. (Finishing Modes)

If the optional Inner Finisher Additional Tray-B1 is attached to the Inner Finisher-B1, prints can be delivered to two different locations.

IMPORTANT
To use the finisher with the imageRUNNER 2545/2535/2530/2525/2520, the optional 2 Way Unit-B1 is also required. The Inner Finisher-B1 cannot be installed with the optional Inner 2 Way Tray-G1. If the Inner Finisher Additional Tray-B1 is attached, you must enable the functions for Tray B so that the machine can deliver the prints to it. (Common Settings)

Output Tray

Prints are output to this tray.

Auxiliary Tray

If you are printing on large size paper, such as A3 or B4, pull out the auxiliary tray.

Inner Finisher Additional Tray-B1

This option can be attached to the finisher to provide an additional paper output tray.

Front Cover of the Inner Finisher-B1

Open this cover to replace the staple cartridge in the staple case, or to clear a staple jam. (Replacing the Staple Cartridge and Clearing Staple Jams)

Finishing Modes

The Inner Finisher-B1 is equipped with the finishing modes described below.


Do not place your hand in the following parts of the finisher, as this may result in personal injury: Trays Stapler unit (where stapling is performed) Rollers Spaces between the trays and the main unit

IMPORTANT
Do not place anything other than output paper in the trays of the finisher, as this may damage the trays. Do not place anything under the trays of the finisher, as this may damage the trays.

NOTE
The output trays move downward as the stack of paper that is output increases in quantity and thickness. Once the output trays have reached their stacking limit, printing stops temporarily. Remove all of the prints from the output trays to resume printing. For more information on the Finishing modes, see Basic Copying Features and Customizing Settings.

Collate Mode

The copies are automatically collated into sets arranged in page order.

IMPORTANT
The Collate mode is available for the following paper sizes: A4, A4R, A3, A5R, B4, B5 and B5R.

Group Mode

All copies of the same original page are grouped together.

IMPORTANT
The Group mode is available for the following paper sizes: A4, A4R, A3, A5R, B4, B5 and B5R.

Staple Mode

The copies are automatically collated into sets arranged in page order and stapled. The available staple types are ‘Corner’ and ‘Double’. The available staple positions are ‘TopLeft’, ‘TopRight’, ‘BtmLeft’, or ‘BtmRight’ for ‘Corner’, and ‘Left’ or ‘Right’ for ‘Double’.

When you select ‘Corner’ and ‘TopLeft’:

When you select ‘Double’ and ‘Left’:

Prints are stapled in the places indicated below.

If an original is placed on the platen glass:

If originals are placed in the feeder:

You can use the 64 to 128 g/m2 paper for stapling. The maximum number of sheets that can be stapled when you are using the 80 g/m2 paper is as follows:

A4 and B5: 50 sheets

A4R, A3, and B4: 30 sheets

IMPORTANT
The Staple mode is available for the following paper sizes: A4, A4R, A3, B4, and B5. You cannot staple envelopes, transparencies, or labels. Double stapling is available for the following paper types: Plain, Recycled, or Color. Do not pull prints out of the output area while they are being stapled. Remove the prints after they are output to the output trays. The maximum number of bindable sheets may not be possible, depending on the paper type. In this case, change the paper type, or reduce the number of sheets to bind.

IMPORTANT

The Staple mode is available for the following paper sizes: A4, A4R, A3, B4, and B5.

You cannot staple envelopes, transparencies, or labels.

Double stapling is available for the following paper types: Plain, Recycled, or Color.

Do not pull prints out of the output area while they are being stapled. Remove the prints after they are output to the output trays.

The maximum number of bindable sheets may not be possible, depending on the paper type. In this case, change the paper type, or reduce the number of sheets to bind.

NOTE
If the message <Load staples.> is displayed on the touch panel display, the machine is out of staples. Replace the staple cartridge with a new one. (Replacing the Staple Cartridge)

Offset Mode

The Offset mode can be selected in combination with the Collate or Group mode. Each set of prints is output with the same orientation, but staggered back and forth in alternating layers.

IMPORTANT
The Offset mode is available for the following paper sizes: A4, A4R, A3, B4, and B5.