How to Fix Ricoh Printer Error SC542

SC542 Error Code Ricoh Printer

The SC542 error code on a Ricoh printer is a common error that usually indicates a problem with the fuser unit. There are several reasons why the fuser unit may be causing the SC542 error code to appear. The Ricoh Printer codes are alphanumeric error codes pre-identified to enable us to know which part of the printer has faltered giving us the error. In this article, we will try and resolve Ricoh Error Code SC542. The Ricoh Printer error SC542 could appear due to any of the following issues:

Reasons for Ricoh printer error SC542

Error code SC542 indicates a problem with the fusing temperature and the warming up of the printer. Due to this, the fusing temperature does not reach the standby temperature within 50 seconds of turning on the main switch of the printer. This could be caused due to any of the following reasons.

  • The fusing thermistor is defective
  • The fusing thermistor is out of position.
  • The fusing lamp is open.
  • The power supply board is defective.
  • The fusing Thermo fuse is open.
  • There is a poor connection between the fusing unit.

Carrying out the following steps could resolve the Ricoh printer error SC542.:

Method 1:

  1. First of all press the yellow-colored clear modes key.
  2. Now press the number 107 on the number pad.
  3. Now press and hold the clear stop button.
  4. Press on the copy-SP button.
  5. Open the front door of the printer.
  6. Switch on and off the front left power button.
  7. Close the front door.
  8. The error code should now be cleared.

Method 2:

  1. Press and hold escape and online together and then power on the printer.
  2. Now use the up and down arrow keys to locate SP2 and select it by pressing enter.
  3. Again use the up and down arrow keys to locate SP5 and select it by pressing enter.
  4. Search 810 using the up and down arrow keys and press enter.
  5. Confirm all the selections.
  6. Power off the printer.
  7. Again power on the printer.
  8. The error code should have disappeared now.

The Printer should have resolved the error code SC542 by following the steps of any one of the two methods above. If however the error code still appears or if you are unable to follow any of the aforementioned instructions then you will need the help of printer technicians. Kindly call us on our Toll-Free Number Support Ricoh Printer. We are a pool of trained printer technicians who are always ready to resolve the printer-related queries of our callers.

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FAQ’s

Ques 1. Why does Error sc542-02 just come to this printer within 60 days?

Ans. You can try resetting the printer by turning it off and unplugging it from the power source for a few minutes, and then plugging it back in and turning it on again. This may help to clear the error and allow the printer to function normally.

Ques 2. How do I fix my Ricoh printer misfeed?

Ans. Turn off the printer and unplug it from the power source. Open the front cover of the printer and gently remove the toner cartridge or ink cartridge. Check for any jammed paper or debris inside the printer. Carefully remove any paper or debris you find.

Ques 3. How to Solve Service Call sc542 Ricoh Error?

Ans. Turn off the Ricoh copier and unplug it from the power source. Wait for a few minutes to allow the machine to cool down. Open the front cover of the copier.

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