Sharp AL-1633 User manual

MODEL
AL-1633
AL-1644
DIGITAL MULTIFUNCTIONAL
SYSTEM
OPERATION MANUAL
•BEFORE USING
THE MACHINE
•COPY FUNCTIONS
•PRINTER/SCANNER
FUNCTIONS
•USER SETTINGS
•TROUBLESHOOTING
•ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
•SUPPLIES
•APPENDIX
8
21
32
36
45
64
68
70
Page
AL-1633
AL-1644
HINA
KS ➀
QSZZ
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The CE mark logo label is affixed on an equipment in case that the directives described in the
above sentence are applicable to the product. (This sentence is not applicable in any country
where the above directives are not required.)
Warning
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio
interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
In some areas, the "POWER" switch positions are marked "I" and " " on the copier
instead of "ON" and "OFF".
If your copier is so marked, please read "I" for "ON" and " " for "OFF".
Caution!
For a complete electrical disconnection, pull out the main plug.
The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily
accessible.
This equipment complies with the requirements of Directives 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC as amended by
93/68/EEC.
Dieses Gerät entspricht den Anforderungen der EG-Richtlinien 89/336/EWG und 73/23/EWG mit Änderung
93/68/EWG.
Ce matériel répond aux exigences contenues dans les directives 89/336/CEE et 73/23/CEE modifiées par la
directive 93/68/CEE.
Dit apparaat voldoet aan de eisen van de richtlijnen 89/336/EEG en 73/23/EEG, gewijzigd door 93/68/EEG.
Dette udstyr overholder kravene i direktiv nr. 89/336/EEC og 73/23/EEC med tillæg nr. 93/68/EEC.
Quest’ apparecchio è conforme ai requisiti delle direttive 89/336/EEC e 73/23/EEC, come emendata dalla
direttiva 93/68/EEC.
Este equipamento obedece às exigências das directivas 89/336/CEE e 73/23/CEE, na sua versão corrigida
pela directiva 93/68/CEE.
Este aparato satisface las exigencias de las Directivas 89/336/CEE y 73/23/CEE, modificadas por medio de
la 93/68/CEE.
Denna utrustning uppfyller kraven enligt riktlinjerna 89/336/EEC och 73/23/EEC så som kompletteras av
93/68/EEC.
Dette produktet oppfyller betingelsene i derektivene 89/336/EEC og 73/23/EEC i endringen 93/68/EEC.
Tämä laite täyttää direktiivien 89/336/EEC ja 73/23/EEC vaatimukset, joita on muutettu direktiivillä
93/68/EEC.
Do not make copies of anything which is prohibited from copying by law. The
following items are normally prohibited from copying by national law. Other
items may be prohibited by local law.
●Checks ●Passports ●Driver's licenses
●Money ●Stamps ●Bonds ●Stocks ●Bank drafts
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CONTENTS
CAUTIONS................................................................................................................................................. 3
●CAUTIONS ON USING..................................................................................................................................... 3
●IMPORTANT POINTS WHEN SELECTING AN INSTALLATION SITE ........................................................... 3
●CAUTIONS ON HANDLING ............................................................................................................................. 4
●CAUTIONS ON LASER .................................................................................................................................... 4
●ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION................................................................................................................. 5
USING THE MANUAL ............................................................................................................................... 5
●ABOUT THE OPERATION MANUALS............................................................................................................. 5
●THE MEANING OF "R" IN ORIGINAL AND PAPER SIZE INDICATIONS ....................................................... 5
●CONVENTIONS USED IN THIS MANUAL....................................................................................................... 6
●SPF ................................................................................................................................................................... 6
●DIFFERENCES BETWEEN MODELS.............................................................................................................. 6
MAIN FEATURES ...................................................................................................................................... 7
1BEFORE USING THE MACHINE
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS ..................... 8
●OPERATION PANEL ......................................10
CHECKING PACKED COMPONENTS AND
ACCESSORIES ............................................... 12
●UNPACKING...................................................12
SET-UP ............................................................ 13
INSTALLING THE TD CARTRIDGE................ 14
POWER ON AND OFF..................................... 15
●POWER ON ....................................................15
●POWER OFF ..................................................15
LOADING PAPER............................................ 16
●PAPER............................................................16
●LOADING PAPER...........................................17
●CHANGING A TRAY’S PAPER SIZE
SETTING ........................................................19
2COPY FUNCTIONS
NORMAL COPYING ........................................ 21
●MAKING A COPY DARKER OR LIGHTER ....24
●SELECTING THE TRAY.................................24
●SETTING THE NUMBER OF COPIES ...........25
REDUCTION/ENLAREGMENT/ZOOM............ 25
●AUTOMATIC RATIO SELECTION .................25
●MANUAL RATIO SELECTION........................26
●
SELECTING THE VERTICAL AND HORIZONTAL
COPY RATIOS SEPARATELY
............................27
TWO-SIDED COPYING USING THE BYPASS
TRAY................................................................ 29
DUAL PAGE COPYING................................... 30
INTERRUPTING A COPY RUN ....................... 31
3PRINTER/SCANNER FUNCTIONS
USING THE PRINTER MODE ......................... 32
●BASIC PROCEDURE FOR PRINTING.......... 32
USING THE SCANNER MODE ....................... 33
●SCANNING USING THE KEYS ON THE
MACHINE ...................................................... 33
●SCANNING FROM YOUR COMPUTER........ 34
OPERATION IN COPY, PRINTER, AND
SCANNER MODES ......................................... 35
4USER SETTINGS
ADJUSTING THE AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE
LEVEL.............................................................. 36
ENABLING TONER SAVE MODE .................. 37
CUSTOMISING SETTINGS ............................. 38
●USER PROGRAMS ....................................... 38
●SELECTING A SETTING FOR A USER
PROGRAM .................................................... 40
SETTINGS FOR AUDITING MODE................. 41
●AUDITING MODE .......................................... 41
●AUDITING MODE SETTINGS ....................... 41
●
SELECTING AUDITING MODE SETTINGS ..... 42
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5TROUBLESHOOTING
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................... 45
●MACHINE/COPYING PROBLEMS.................46
●PRINTING AND SCANNING PROBLEMS .....49
INDICATORS AND DISPLAY MESSAGES .... 53
MISFEED REMOVAL....................................... 54
●
MISFEED IN THE SPF (only on the SPF model)
........................................................................54
●MISFEED IN THE BYPASS TRAY .................55
●MISFEED IN THE MACHINE..........................56
●MISFEED IN THE UPPER PAPER TRAY ......59
●MISFEED IN THE LOWER PAPER TRAY .....60
REPLACING THE TD CARTRIDGE ................ 61
REPLACING THE DRUM CARTRIDGE .......... 62
6ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
CHECKING THE TOTAL OUTPUT COUNT ... 64
●CHECKING THE TOTAL OUTPUT COUNT...64
CHECKING THE TONER LEVEL AND DRUM
CARTRIDGE LIFE ........................................... 65
●TONER LEVEL ...............................................65
●DRUM CARTRIDGE LIFE ..............................65
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE.............................. 66
●CLEANING THE DOCUMENT GLASS AND
SPF/DOCUMENT COVER .............................66
●CLEANING THE BYPASS TRAY PAPER
FEED ROLLER ...............................................66
●CLEANING THE TRANSFER CHARGER ......67
7SUPPLIES
STORAGE OF SUPPLIES ............................... 68
●SUPPLY PART NUMBERS ............................68
●PROPER STORAGE ......................................68
MOVING INSTRUCTIONS ............................... 69
8APPENDIX
SPECIFICATIONS ........................................... 70
SOFTWARE LICENSE .................................... 73
INDEX .............................................................. 75
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CAUTIONS
Follow the cautions below when using this machine.
CAUTIONS ON USING
Warning:
• The fusing area is hot. Exercise care in this area when removing misfed paper.
• Do not look directly at the light source. Doing so may damage your eyes.
Caution:
• Do not switch the machine rapidly on and off. After turning the machine off, wait 10 to 15 seconds before turning it
back on.
• Machine power must be turned off before installing any supplies.
• Place the machine on a firm, level surface.
• Do not install the machine in a humid or dusty location.
• When the machine is not used for a long time, for example, during prolonged holidays, turn the power switch off
and remove the power cord from the outlet.
• When moving the machine, be sure to turn the power switch off and remove the power cord from the outlet.
• Do not cover the machine with a dust cover, cloth or plastic film while the power is on. Doing so may prevent heat
dissipation, damaging the machine.
• Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in
hazardous laser radiation exposure.
• The socket-outlet should be installed near the machine and should be easily accessible.
IMPORTANT POINTS WHEN SELECTING AN
INSTALLATION SITE
Improper installation may damage the machine. Please note the following during initial installation and whenever the
machine is moved.
Do not install your machine in areas that are:
If the machine is moved from a cool place to a warm place, condensation may form inside the machine. Operation
in this condition will cause poor copy quality and malfunctions. Leave the machine at room temperature for at least
2 hours before use.
•damp, humid, or very
dusty
•exposed to direct sunlight
•poorly
ventilated
•subject to extreme
temperature or humidity
changes, e.g., near an
air conditioner or
heater.
Caution
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The machine should be installed near an accessible power outlet for easy connection and
disconnection.
Be sure to connect the power cord only to a power outlet that meets the specified voltage and
current requirements. Also make certain the outlet is properly grounded.
Be sure to allow the required space around the machine
for servicing and proper ventilation.
CAUTIONS ON HANDLING
Be careful in handling the machine as follows to maintain the performance of this machine.
Do not drop the machine, subject it to shock or strike it against any object.
Do not expose the drum cartridge to direct sunlight.
• Doing so will damage the surface (green portion) of the drum cartridge, causing smudges on copies.
Store spare supplies such as drum cartridges and TD cartridges in a dark place without removing
from the package before use.
• If they are exposed to direct sunlight or excessive heat, poor copies may result.
Do not touch the surface (green portion) of the drum cartridge.
• Doing so will damage the surface of the cartridge, causing smudges on copies.
CAUTIONS ON LASER
Trademark acknowledgements
•Microsoft
®Windows®operating system is a trademark or copyright of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.A. and
other countries.
•
Windows
®
95, Windows
®
98, Windows
®
Me, Windows NT
®
4.0, Windows
®
2000, and Windows
®
XP are trademarks
or copyrights of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.A. and other countries.
• IBM and PC/AT are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.
•
Acrobat
®
Reader Copyright
©
1987- 2002 Adobe Systems Incorporated. All rights reserved. Adobe, the Adobe logo,
Acrobat, and the Acrobat logo are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated.
• All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners.
Connect the machine to a power outlet which is not used for other electric appliances. If a lighting fixture is
connected to the same outlet, the light may flicker.
Wave length 785 nm + 10 nm/- 15 nm
Pulse times (8.141 µs ± 0.1 µs)/7 mm
Output power 0.14 mW – 0.22 mW
Note
20 cm (8")
20 cm
(8")
20 cm
(8")
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ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION
USING THE MANUAL
This machine has been designed to provide convenient copying features in a minimum amount of office space and
with maximum operational ease. To get full use of all machine features, be sure to familiarise yourself with this
manual and the machine. For quick reference during machine use, keep this manual in a handy location.
ABOUT THE OPERATION MANUALS
The operation manuals for the machine are as follows:
Operation Manual (Digital Multifunctional System) (this manual)
This manual contains explanations of the product and procedures for using the machine as a copier.
Online Manual (on the accessory CD-ROM)
This manual explains the procedures for using the machine as a printer or a scanner.
Software Setup Guide (separate manual)
This manual contains instructions for installing the software that allows the machine to be used with your computer
and procedures for establishing initial printer settings.
THE MEANING OF "R" IN ORIGINAL AND PAPER SIZE
INDICATIONS
An "R" appearing at the end of an original or paper size, etc. (A4R) indicates that the original or paper is oriented
horizontally as shown below.
Sizes that can be placed only in the horizontal (landscape) orientation (B4, A3) do not contain the "R" in their size
indication.
As an ENERGY STAR®Partner, SHARP has determined that this product meets
the ENERGY STAR®guidelines for energy efficiency.
<Horizontal (Landscape) orientation>
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CONVENTIONS USED IN THIS MANUAL
SPF
This operation manual refers to the Single Pass Feeder as the "SPF".
DIFFERENCES BETWEEN MODELS
This manual covers the following models.
Warns the user that injury may result if the contents of the warning are not properly followed.
Cautions the user that damage to the machine or one of its components may result if the contents
of the caution are not properly followed.
Notes provide information relevant to the machine regarding specifications, functions,
performance, operation and such, that may be useful to the user.
Warning
Caution
Note
Model AL-1644 AL-1633
Appearance
Platen cover/SPF Single pass feeder Platen cover
Paper tray Two (250 x 2) One (250 x 1)
The above illustration is used in
instances where a function and/
or the operation of the machine
is the same on both models.
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MAIN FEATURES
High-speed laser copying
•First-copy time*1at 300 dpi*2is only 7.2 seconds .
•Copying speed is 16 copies per minute. This is ideal for business use and provides a big boost to workplace
productivity.
*1First-Copy time may vary depending on the power-supply voltage, ambient temperature, and other operating conditions.
*2"dpi" ("dots per inch") is unit that is used to measure resolution. Resolution indicates how much detail can be reproduced in
a printed or scanned image.
High-quality digital image
•High-quality copying at 600 dpi is performed.
•In addition to automatic exposure adjustment, two original modes can be selected: "TEXT" for text-only originals,
and "PHOTO" for photographs. The exposure can be adjusted to five levels in each mode.
•The photo mode copying function allows clear copying of delicate halftone original images such as monochrome
photos and colour photos.
Enhanced copying features
•Zoom copies can be made from 25% to 400% in 1% increments.
(When the SPF is being used, the zoom copy ratio range is 50% to 200%.)
•Continuous copying of up to 999 copies is possible. (Can be changed to a maximum of 99 copies in the user
programs.)
•The user programs allow customised machine settings and management. Access to the machine can be
controlled by enabling audit mode.
Scan once/Print many
•The machine is equipped with a memory buffer allowing the machine to scan an original once and make up to 999
copies of the scanned image. This improves workflow, reduces operating noise from the machine and reduces
wear and tear on the scanning mechanism, which provides for a higher reliability.
Laser printer function
•The accompanying printer driver can be installed to enable use of the machine as a printer. (See the
accompanying Software Setup Guide.)
Colour scanner function
•The accompanying scanner driver can be installed and the machine connected to a computer using a USB cable
to enable use as a scanner. (See the accompanying Software Setup Guide.)
Environment and people friendly design
•Preheat and auto power shut-off modes are provided to reduce power consumption when the machine is not in
use.
•A universal design has been implemented in the product whereby the height of the operation panel and shape of
the keys are designed to be usable by as many people as possible.
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1Chapter 1
BEFORE USING THE MACHINE
This chapter contains basic information that should be read before using the machine.
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
Document feeder cover (only on the SPF
model) /document cover (only on the document
cover model)
Open to make copies from the document glass.
(p.21)
Document glass
Place an original that you wish to copy/scan face
down here. (p.21)
Handles
Use to move the machine.
Power switch
Press to turn the machine power on and off. (p.15)
Operation panel
Contains operation keys and indicator lights. (p.10)
Paper output tray
Copies and prints are deposited to this tray.
Front cover
Open to remove paper misfeeds and perform
machine maintenance. (p.56, p.61)
Paper trays
Each tray holds 250 sheets of paper. (p.17)
Side cover
Open to remove paper misfeeds and perform
machine maintenance.
(p.55, p.61)
Side cover handle
Pull to open the side cover. (p.55)
Bypass tray guides
Adjust to the width of the paper. (p.18)
Bypass tray
Paper including special paper (such as transparency
film) can be fed from the bypass tray. (p.18
, p.29)
Bypass tray extension
Pull out when feeding large paper such as B4 and
A3. (p.18)
Charger cleaner
Use to clean the transfer charger. (p.67)
USB 1.1 port
Connect to your computer to use the printer and
scanner functions. (Software Setup Guide)
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6
12 13
7
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1
2
4
9
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15
10
11
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BEFORE USING THE MACHINE
1
Parallel port
Connect to your computer to use the printer
function. (Software Setup Guide)
Document feeder tray
Place the original(s) that you wish to copy/scan
face up here. Holds up to 40 originals.
Original guides
Adjust to the size of the originals.
Feeding roller cover
Open to remove misfed originals. (p.54)
Right side cover
Open to remove misfed originals. (p.54)
Exit area
Originals exit the machine here after
copying/scanning.
TD cartridge
Contains toner. (p.61)
TD cartridge strap
Lift to remove the TD cartridge (p.61)
TD cartridge lock release lever
To replace the TD cartridge, pull out the TD
cartridge while pulling up on this lever. (p.61)
Roller rotating knob
Turn to remove misfed paper. (p.56, p.57)
Fusing unit release levers
To remove a paper misfeed from the fusing unit,
push down on these levers and remove the paper.
(p.57)
Drum cartridge
Copy images are formed on the photoconductive
drum. (p.62)
Drum cartridge handle
Hold to pull out the drum cartridge. (p.62)
Fusing unit paper guide
Open to remove misfed paper.
1917
24 23
28
22
27
21
20
25 26
18
29
21
to are only on the SPF
model.
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16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
The fusing unit is hot. Do not touch
the fusing unit when removing misfed
paper. Doing so may cause a burn or
injury.
The model name can be seen on the machines
front cover.
25
26
Warning
27
28
29
Note
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BEFORE USING THE MACHINE
OPERATION PANEL
SCAN MENU key
Use to scan by means of the provided Button
Manager software. (p.34)
SCAN key ( ) / indicator
Press to switch the machine to scanner mode and
scan by means of the provided Button Manager
software.
(p.33) The indicator blinks during scanning
and transmission of the scanned data.
ON LINE key ( ) / indicator
Press to toggle the machine between online and
off-line. The indicator lights up when the machine
is online, and goes off when the machine is
off-line. The indicator blinks while the machine is
receiving print data and while printing is paused.
(p.32)
DUAL PAGE COPY key ( ) / indicator
Use to make individual copies of the two pages of
an open book or other two-page original. (p.30)
XY-ZOOM key ( ) / indicator
Press to change the horizontal and vertical copy
ratios independently. (p.27)
AUTO/TEXT/PHOTO key ( / / ) /
indicators
Use to select the exposure mode:
"AUTO", "TEXT", or "PHOTO". (p.24)
AUDIT CLEAR key ( )
Closes an open account. (p.44)
AUTO PAPER SELECT indicator ( )
Paper of the proper size will be automatically
selected depending on the original size and
selected copy ratio when this indicator is on. (p.22)
Alarm indicators
[ ] TD cartridge replacement required indicator
(p.53)
[ ] Drum cartridge replacement required
indicator (p.53)
[ ] Paper required indicator (p.53)
[ ] Misfeed indicator (p.53)
POWER SAVE indicator ( )
Lights up when the machine is in a power save mode.
(p.15)
Display
Shows the set number of copies, as well as the copy
ratio, user program function or setting code, or an
error code when an error occurs.
When the [SCAN] key
()
is pressed to enter
scanner mode, the display shows the port used (U_1
for USB 1.1). When Button Manager software is
used, the display shows a program number. (p.25,
p.33, p.40)
Copy ratio display key ( )
Hold down when the machine is not in use to
display the copy ratio in the display. (p.27)
ZOOM indicator
Lights up when a zoom ratio is set. (p.27)
Zoom keys ( , )
Use to select any reduction or enlargement copy ratio
from 25% to 400% in increments of 1%. (p.27)
INTERRUPT key ( ) / indicator
Interrupts a copy run. (p.31)
Light and Dark keys ( , ) / indicators
Use to adjust the TEXT or PHOTO exposure level.
(p.24)
12 34 56
1 2 3 4 5
AL-1633
23
1
2
3
4
5
6
AUTO
7ACC.#-C
8
AUTO
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
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BEFORE USING THE MACHINE
1
ORIGINAL SIZE ENTER key ( ) / ORIGINAL
SIZE indicators
Use to enter the original size. (p.19) The selected
original size will light up.
PAPER SIZE indicators
Light up to show the selected copy paper size. (p.19)
PAPER SIZE ENTER key ( )
Use to set the paper size in the paper trays. (p.19)
SPF indicator (only on the SPF model)
Lights up when originals are set in the document
feeder tray. (p.22)
TRAY SELECT key ( )
Use to manually select a paper tray. (p.24)
AUTO IMAGE key ( ) / indicator
Press for automatic copy ratio selection. (p.25)
Paper feed location / misfeed location
indicators
The selected paper feed location is shown by a lit
indicator ( ). (p.24)
The general location of misfed paper is shown by a
blinking red indicator ( ). (p.54)
PRESET RATIO selector keys ( , )
/ indicators
Use to select preset reduction/enlargement copy
ratios. (p.26)
[]key
Use to check the total number of pages scanned.
(p.64)
Numeric keys
Use to select the desired copy quantity or to make
user program entries. (p.25)
To display the total number of pages output by the
machine, hold the [0] key down. (p.64)
[ ] key
Use to check the total number of copies made (p.64) .
START key ( ) /indicator
Press to make a copy (p.21). Also press to exit
"Auto power shut-off" mode and to set a user
program. Copying is possible when the indicator is
on.
CLEAR ALL key ( )
Clears all selected settings and returns the
machine to the initial settings. (p.15)
CLEAR key ( )
Clears the copy quantity display or terminates a
copy run.
INTERRUPT
ZOOM
135
25 400%
AUTO
ENTER
AUTO ACC.#-C
AUTO %
A3
A4
A4
A5
B4
EXTRA
200 %
50 %
141
86
81
70
122
115
100 %
6 7
8
9 10 11 12 13 14 15
16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
(Two-tray model only)
17
ENTER
18
19
20
21
22
AUTO %
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
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CHECKING PACKED COMPONENTS
AND ACCESSORIES
Open the carton and check to ensure that the following components and accessories are included.
UNPACKING
Be sure to lift by the handles on both sides of the machine by two persons to unpack the machine and carry it to the
installation location.
Machine
Operation manual
and software CD-ROM
Power cord
Drum cartridge
(installed in machine)
TD cartridge
•If anything is not included or is damaged, contact your authorised service representative.
•Save the carton and packing materials. These can be re-used for transporting the machine, should it be
necessary.
Note
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1
SET-UP
1Remove all pieces of tape, then open
the SPF or the document cover and
remove the protective material.
2Use a coin (or other suitable object) to
remove the screw.
3Install the TD cartridge.
For installation of the TD cartridge, see the next
page.
4Gently lift and pull out the paper tray
until it stops.
5Remove the pressure plate lock.
Rotate the pressure plate lock in the
direction of the arrow to remove it
while pressing down the pressure
plate of the paper tray.
6Store the pressure plate lock which
has been removed in step 5 and the
screw which has been removed in
step 2 in the front of the paper tray.
To store the pressure
plate lock, rotate the lock
to fix it on the relevant
location.
For two-tray model,
follow steps 4 to 6 for
both the upper and lower
trays except for storage
of the screw.
7Ensure that the power switch of the
machine is in the OFF position. Plug
the power cord into the nearest outlet.
Store the screw in the paper tray as described
in step 6 because it must be used if the
machine has to be moved. (p.69)
Note
•If you use the machine in a country other
than the country where the machine was
purchased, you will need to make sure that
your local power supply is compatible with
your model. If you plug the machine into an
incompatible power supply, severe damage
to the machine will result.
•Only insert the power cord into a properly
grounded wall socket. Do not use extension
cords or power strips.
Connect the machine to a power outlet which
is not used for other electric appliances. If a
lighting fixture is connected to the same
outlet, the light may flicker.
Pressure
plate lock
Screw
Caution
Note
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INSTALLING THE TD CARTRIDGE
1Push gently on both ends of the front
cover and open it.
2Remove the new TD cartridge from the
bag. Hold the cartridge on both sides
and shake it horizontally four or five
times.
3Remove the protective cover from the
TD cartridge by unlatching three
cover hooks from the holes on the
cartridge and then pulling the cover in
the direction indicated by the arrow in
the illustration.
4Insert the TD cartridge along the
guides until it locks in place.
If there is any dirt or dust
on the TD cartridge,
remove it before
installing the cartridge.
5Close the front cover.
The TD cartridge
replacement required
indicator ( ) will go out.
4 or 5 times
•Before closing the front cover, make sure
that the TD cartridge is correctly installed.
•When closing the front cover, gently hold
both ends.
Note
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1
POWER ON AND OFF
The power switch is located on the left side of the machine.
POWER ON
Turn the power switch to the "ON"
position
It will take about 45
seconds for the machine
to warm up. While the
machine is warming up,
the POWER SAVE
indicator ( ) will blink.
(The POWER SAVE
indicator ( ) will go off
when the machine is
ready to copy.)
However, you can make desired settings and press
the [START] key ( ) during warm-up. Copying will
start after warm-up.
POWER OFF
Make sure that the machine is not in
operation and then turn the power switch
to the "OFF" position.
If the power switch is
turned off while the
machine is in operation,
a misfeed may occur and
the job that was in
progress will be
cancelled.
Check the following to make sure the machine is not in
operation:
•The START indicator is lit. (Initial state)
•The POWER SAVE indicator ( ) is lit. ("Preheat
mode" or "Auto power shut-off" mode)
Power Save Modes
Preheat mode
This function automatically switches the machine to a low power consumption state if the set duration of time
elapses without the machine being used when the power is on. The POWER SAVE indicator ( ) lights up,
however, the keys on the operation panel can be used. Normal operation automatically resumes when a key on the
operation panel is pressed, an original is placed, or a print job is received.
Auto power shut-off mode
This function automatically switches the machine to a state that consumes even less power than preheat mode if the
set duration of time elapses without the machine being used when the power is on. All lights except the POWER
SAVE indicator ( ) and ON LINE indicator ( ) go off. To resume normal operation, press the [START] key ( ).
Normal operation also resumes automatically when a print job is received or scanning is begun from a computer.
While in auto power shut-off mode, no keys (except the [START] key ( )) can be used.
•The machine reverts to the initial settings when it is first turned on, when the [CLEAR ALL] key ( ) is pressed,
or when no keys are pressed for the preset "Auto clear time" following the end of a copy job. When the machine
reverts to the initial settings, all settings and functions selected to that point are canceled. The "Auto clear time"
can be changed in the user programs. (p.38)
•The machine is initially set to automatically enter power save mode if not used for copying, printing, or scanning
for a preset period of time. This setting can be changed in the user programs. (p.38)
The machine has two power save modes to reduce overall power consumption thereby
reducing the cost of operation. In addition, these modes conserve natural resources and help
reduce environmental pollution. The two power save modes are "Preheat mode" and "Auto
power shut-off mode".
The preheat activation time and the "Auto power shut-off timer" can be changed using user programs. It is
suggested that you set times that are appropriate for your usage of the machine. (p.38)
Note
Note
Initial settings
The machine assumes the initial settings when it is first turned on, when the [CLEAR ALL] key ( ) is pressed,
and approximately one minute after the last copy is made in any mode.
Copy ratio: 100%, Exposure: Automatic
Copy quantity: 0, All special copier modes: Off
Auto paper selection
: On,
Paper feed station
: The tray selected in the "Default tray setting" in the user programs.(p.39)
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LOADING PAPER
The paper required indicator ( ) will light up when there is no copy paper in the selected paper feed station, or
when the selected paper tray is not installed or is improperly installed.
PAPER
For best results, use only SHARP recommended paper.
*1A5 can be used in the upper paper tray but cannot be used in other trays (including trays in optional paper feeding unit).
*2When making a large number of copies or prints using 90 g/m2 paper, remove the output from the paper output tray when
about 100 pages have been printed. The output may not stack correctly if more than 100 pages are allowed to accumulate.
*3The number of sheets of the paper which can be set changes with the weight of a paper.
Special papers
Follow these guidelines when using special papers.
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●Use SHARP recommended transparency film and label sheets. Using other than SHARP recommended
paper may result in misfeeds or smudges on the output. If other than SHARP recommended media must
be used, feed each sheet one at a time using the bypass tray (do not attempt continuous copying or
printing).
●
●●
●There are many varieties of special paper available on the market, and some cannot be used with this
machine. Before using special paper, contact your authorised service representative.
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●Before using other than SHARP recommended paper, make a test copy to see if the paper is suitable.
Paper tray type Paper type Size Weight Capacity
Paper tray Standard paper
Recycled paper
A5*1
A4
B4
A3
56 g/m2to 90 g/m2*2250 sheets
(Load paper lower
than the line on the
tray)
Bypass tray Standard paper
Recycled paper
A6R to A3 56 g/m2to 80 g/m2100 sheets *3
Thick paper Max. 200 g/m2Load one sheet of
these papers at a
time to the bypass
tray.
Transparency film
Labels
Envelopes International DL
(110 mm x 220 mm)
International C5
(162 mm x 229 mm)
Commercial 9
(3-7/8" x 8-7/8")
Commercial 10
(4-1/2" x 9-1/2")
5 sheets
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BEFORE USING THE MACHINE
1
LOADING PAPER
Make sure that the machine is not copying or printing, and then follow these steps to load paper.
Loading the paper tray
1Gently lift and pull out the paper tray
until it stops.
2Push the pressure plate down until it
locks in place.
Push the centre of the
pressure plate down until
it locks into place.
3Fan the paper.
If the paper is not fanned,
double-feeds or misfeeds
may occur.
4Load paper into the tray.
5Gently push the paper tray into the
machine.
•Do not load paper higher than the line on
the tray (up to 250 sheets).
•Make sure that the paper fits under the tabs
on the right side of the tray.
•Make sure the stack of paper is straight
before loading it. When adding paper, take
the remaining paper out and combine it into
a single stack with the new paper.
Note
If you loaded a different size of paper than
was loaded previously in the tray, go to
"CHANGING A TRAY’S PAPER SIZE
SETTING" (p.19).
Note
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BEFORE USING THE MACHINE
Loading the bypass tray
1Unfold the bypass tray.
When feeding large
paper such as B4 and
A3, pull out the bypass
tray extension.
2Set the paper guides to the copy
paper width.
3Insert the paper (print face down) all
the way into the bypass tray.
To prevent a misfeed,
verify once more that the
paper guides are
adjusted to the width of
the paper.
Important points when inserting paper in the bypass tray
•Up to 100 sheets of standard copy paper can be set in the bypass tray.
•Be sure to place A6 or A5 size paper or envelopes horizontally as shown in the following diagram ( ).
•When loading envelopes, make sure that they are straight and flat and do not have loosely glued construction
flaps (not the closure flap).
•Special papers except SHARP recommended transparency film, labels, and envelopes must be fed one sheet at a
time through the bypass tray.
•When adding paper, first remove any paper remaining in the tray, combine it with the paper to be added and then
reload as a single stack. The paper to be added must be the same size and type as the paper already in the tray.
•Do not use paper that is smaller than the original. This may cause smudges or unclean images.
•Do not use paper that has already been printed on by a laser printer or plain paper fax machine. This may cause
smudges or unclean images.
If you loaded paper in the bypass tray, press
the [TRAY SELECT] key ( ) to select the
bypass tray. The bypass tray will not be
selected automatically.
Note
Available Not available
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