Sharp AR-M208 User manual

•GETTING STARTED
•MAKING COPIES
•SPECIAL FUNCTIONS
•COPIER TROUBLE?
•GENERAL INFORMATION
•OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
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OPERATION MANUAL
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FOR YOUR RECORDS ...
To protect against loss or theft, record and retain for reference the
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Date of Purchase
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OUTLINE OF THIS MANUAL
1. GETTING STARTED
This chapter describes the basic information on the use of
this copier.
2. MAKING COPIES
This chapter describes the basic copying functions such
as normal copying, reduction or enlargement, and
exposure adjustments.
3. SPECIAL FUNCTIONS
This chapter describes special copying functions including
various image editing functions.
4. COPIER TROUBLE?
This chapter describes how to remove misfed paper and
how to remedy minor problems.
5. GENERAL INFORMATION
This chapter describes general information about the use
of the copier and the loading of paper and toner.
6. OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
This chapter describes operating instructions for the
Single Pass Feeder (AR-SP4), the Reversing Single Pass
Feeder (AR-RP3), the Finisher (AR-FN5 N), the 500-
Sheet Paper Feed Unit (AR-D11), and the 2 x 500-Sheet
Paper Feed Unit (AR-D12).
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
CAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
COPIER INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
MAIN FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
●Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
●Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
●Operation panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
POWER ON AND OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
●Power on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
●Power off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
●Dehumidification heater switch (DH POWER) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
●Initial settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
●Power save modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
FUNCTION ICONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
FUNCTION REVIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
AUDITING ACCOUNTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
●How to copy in the auditing mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
COPYING FROM THE PLATEN GLASS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
COPYING FROM THE RSPF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
●About reversing single pass feeder (RSPF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
●Using the RSPF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
TWO-SIDED COPYING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
●Two-sided copies from one-sided originals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
●Two-sided copies from two-sided originals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
●One-sided copies from two-sided originals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
●Automatic selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
●Manual selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
ROTATION COPYING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
BYPASS FEED (special paper) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
●Acceptable paper for copying from the bypass tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
●Copying from the bypass tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
INTERRUPTING A COPY RUN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
SORT/GROUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
●Copying in the sort or group mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
MARGIN SHIFT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
ERASE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
DUAL PAGE COPY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
2 IN 1 OR 4 IN 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
B/W REVERSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
XY ZOOM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
TRANSPARENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
JOB MEMORY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
●Storing a job program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
●Deleting a job program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
●Recalling a job program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
CHAPTER 1 GETTING STARTED
CHAPTER 2 MAKING COPIES
CHAPTER 3 SPECIAL FUNCTIONS
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STATUS MESSAGES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
MISFEED REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
●Misfeed in the RSPF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
●Misfeed in the bypass tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
●Misfeed in the copier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
●Misfeed in the center tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
●Misfeed in the upper paper tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
●Misfeed in the lower paper tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
●Misfeed in the upper exit area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
PAPER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
●Types and sizes of copy paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
●Loading copy paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
●Changing the copy paper size in the tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
TONER CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
CHECKING THE TONER QUANTITY AND
TOTAL OUTPUT COUNT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
CLEANING THE PLATEN GLASS AND RSPF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
CLEANING THE BYPASS TRAY PAPER FEED ROLLER . . . . . . . . . 94
DISPLAY CONTRAST ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
STORAGE OF SUPPLIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
●Proper storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
FINISHER (AR-FN5 N) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
●Part names . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
●Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
●Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
●Finisher functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
●Staple sort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
●Staple cartridge replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
●Staple jam removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
●Misfeed removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
500-SHEET PAPER FEED UNIT (AR-D11)/
2x500-SHEET PAPER FEED UNIT (AR-D12) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
●Part names . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
●Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
●Loading copy paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
●Changing the copy paper size in the tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
●Misfeed removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
CHAPTER 4 COPIER TROUBLE?
CHAPTER 5 GENERAL INFORMATION
CHAPTER 6 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
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CHAPTER 1
GETTING STARTED
This chapter describes the basic information on the use of this copier.
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●INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
●CAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
●COPIER INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
●MAIN FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
●PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Interior. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Operation panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
●POWER ON AND OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Power on. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Power off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Dehumidification heater switch (DH POWER) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Initial settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Power save modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
●FUNCTION ICONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
●FUNCTION REVIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
●AUDITING ACCOUNTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
How to copy in the auditing mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
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INTRODUCTION
This copier 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 copier features, be sure to familiarize
yourself with this manual and the copier. For quick reference during copier use, keep this manual in a
handy location.
About the operation manuals
The operation manuals for the unit are as follows:
Operation Manual (Digital Multifunctional System)
This manual contains explanations of the product and procedures for using the unit as a copier.
Operation Manual (Multi Access)
This manual explains the procedures for using a function while another function is in use.
NOTES:
●This copier can be used as a network laser printer. This copier can also be used as a facsimile
machine and a scanner by installing optional components. However, this manual describes
only the copier features. For description of the other features, see the separate relevant
manuals.
●All descriptions in this manual are based on the assumption that the COPY mode has been
selected (the COPY indicator is on).
●A separate KEY OPERATOR'S GUIDE is written especially for key operators. It contains the
programs and programming information that will enable the key operators to tailor functions for
maximum benefit.
●The operation procedures and the display on the operation panel vary with installation of
optional devices. The descriptions and the illustrations in this manual are mainly for the copier
without any option installed.
●No part of these manuals may be reproduced in any form without permission from Sharp
Corporation.
●We reserve the right to change the contents of these manuals without notice for purposes of
improvement.
●Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.A.
and other countries.
●IBM and PC/AT are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.
●Adobe, and Acrobat are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated.
●All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners.
Conventions used in this manual
WARNING:
Warns the user that injury to the user or damage to the copier may result if the contents of the
warning are not properly followed.
CAUTION:
Cautions the user that damage to the copier or one of its components may result if the contents
of the caution are not properly followed.
NOTE:
Notes provide information relevant to the copier regarding specifications, functions, performance,
operation and such, that may be useful to the user.
★KEY OPERATOR
Information which is relevant to key operator functions is described. The key operator must pay
close attention to these notes.
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CAUTIONS
Follow the cautions below when using this copier.
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:
●The socket-outlet should be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
●Place the copier on a firm, level surface.
●Do not install the copier in a humid or dusty location.
●When the copier 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 copier, be sure to turn the power switch off and remove the power cord from
the outlet.
●Do not cover the copier with a dust cover, cloth or plastic film while the power is on. Doing so
may prevent heat dissipation, damaging the copier.
●Do not drop the copier, subject it to shock or strike it against any object.
●Store spare toner cartridges in a cool dry 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 photoconductive drum (green portion). Scratches or smudges on the drum will
cause dirty copies.
●Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein
may result in hazardous laser radiation exposure.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
●This Digital Copier is rated Class 1 and complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 of the
CDRH standards. This means that the copier does not produce hazardous laser radiation. For
your safety, observe the precautions below.
●Do not remove the cabinet, operation panel or any other covers.
●The copier's exterior covers contain several safety interlock switches. Do not bypass any
safety interlock by inserting wedges or other items into switch slots.
"BATTERY DISPOSAL"
THIS MACHINE CONTAINS MANGANESE DIOXIDE BATTERY WHICH MUST BE DISPOSED
OF PROPERLY. CONTACT YOUR SHARP DEALER OR SERVICER FOR INSTRUCTIONS.
This product utilizes tin-lead solder, and a fluorescent lamp containing a small amount of mercury.
Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations.
For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronics
Industries Alliance: www.eia.org
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COPIER INSTALLATION
Improper installation may damage the copier. Please note the following during initial installation and
whenever the copier is moved.
CAUTION:
If the copier is moved from a cool place to a warm place, condensation may form inside the
copier. Operation in this condition will cause poor copy quality and malfunctions. Leave the
copier at room temperature for at least 2 hours before use.
Do not install your copier in areas that are:
●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.
The copier should be installed near an accessible power outlet for easy
connection and disconnection.
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Be sure to connect the power cord only to a power outlet that meets the specified
voltage and current requirements (See page 97.). Also make certain the outlet is
properly grounded.
NOTE:
Connect the copier 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.
Be sure to allow the required space around the machine for servicing and proper
ventilation.
A small amount of ozone is produced within the copier during operation.
The emission level is insufficient to cause any health hazard.
NOTE:
The present recommended long term exposure limit for ozone is 0.1 ppm
(0.2 mg/m3) calculated as an 8 hr. time-weighted average concentration.
However, since the small amount that is emitted may have an
objectionable odor, it is advisable to place the copier in a ventilated area.
12" (30 cm)
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MAIN FEATURES
1High-speed laser copying
●First-copy time at 600 dpi is only 4.8 seconds (except when recovering from a
power save mode or immediately after power on).
●Copying speed is 20 copies/min. at 600 dpi, which lends itself for business use,
providing improvement in working efficiency.
2High-quality digital image
●High-quality copying at 600 dpi is performed.
●In addition to the automatic exposure mode, the text, text/photo, and photo
exposure modes can be adjusted in five steps.
●The photo mode copying function allow clear copying of delicate halftone
original images such as monochrome photos and color photos. These modes
are adjustable in five steps.
3Substantial copying features
●Zoom copies can be made from 25% to 400% in 1% increments at 600 dpi.
(When the RSPF is being used, the zoom copy ratio range is 50% to 200%.)
●Up to 999 copies can be made in a single run.
●Automatic two-sided copying can be performed. Paper sizes that can be used
are 11" x 17", 8-1/2 x 14", 8-1/2 x 13", 8-1/2 x 11", 8-1/2" x 11"R, A4, and A3.
●Multiple sets of copies can be sorted without the aid of a sorter and each set
can be offset from the previous set.
●Useful special features such as erase, margin shift, 2 in 1 and 4 in 1, XY zoom,
black and white reverse, and dual page copy are available.
●Key operator programs allow the setting or modification of functions to meet
your specific needs. Also the key operator programs allow the internal auditor
to be controlled.
A
AAA
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MAIN FEATURES
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4Scan once/ Print many
●The copier is equipped with a memory buffer allowing the copier to scan an
original once and make up to 999 copies of the scanned image. This improves
workflow, reduces operating noise from the copier and reduces wear and tear
on the scanning mechanism, which provides for a higher reliability.
5Printer features
●This copier can be used as a network laser printer.
6Optional features
●A reversing single pass feeder (RSPF) allows automatic document feeding of
up to 40 two-sided originals.
●An optional finisher allows automatic stapling of up to 30 sheets.
●This copier can be used as a facsimile machine if an optional facsimile
expansion kit is installed.
●This copier can be used as a network scanner if an optional network scanner
expansion kit is installed.
7Environmentally friendly design
●Center tray is housed in the copier for saving space.
●Preheat and auto power shut-off modes are provided to reduce power
consumption when the machine is not in active use, and meet the ENERGY
STAR guidelines.
As an ENERGY STA R ®Partner, SHARP has determined
that this product meets the ENERGY STA R ®guidelines for
energy efficiency.
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GETTING STARTED
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
Exterior
Document feeder tray (p. 26)
Hold up to 40 originals.
Original guides
Ajust to the size of the originals.
Right side cover (p. 74)
Open to remove misfed originals.
Feeding roller cover (p. 73)
Open to remove misfed originals.
Exit area
Finished originals are output here.
Platen glass (p. 24)
Place an original to be copied here.
USB interface connector
Plug a USB interface cable into this connnector.
Parallel interface connector
Plug a parallel interface cable (IEEE 1284) into
this connnector.
Power switch (p. 16)
Press to turn copier power on and off.
Handles
Use to move the copier.
Dehumidification heater switch (p. 16)
Press to turn on the heater to prevent dew
condensation inside the copier and moisture
absorption of paper.
Operation panel (p. 14)
All copier controls are located here for easy
operation.
Center tray
Finished copies are deposited in the center tray.
Front cover (p. 76)
Open to remove misfeeds and for copier
servicing.
Paper trays (p. 86)
Each tray holds 500 sheets of copy paper.
Upper exit area cover (p. 81)
Open to remove misfeeds when an optional job
separator tray kit or finisher is installed.
Side cover (p. 75)
Open to remove misfeeds.
Side cover handle (p. 75)
Pull to open the side cover.
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PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
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Interior
Bypass tray paper guides (p. 42)
Adjust to the width of the copy paper.
Bypass tray (p. 41)
Paper including special paper (such as
transparency film) can be fed from the bypass
tray.
Bypass tray extension (p. 41)
Pull out when feeding large paper such as
8-1/2" x 11"R, 8-1/2" x 14" and 11" x 17".
Toner cartridge lock release lever (p. 90)
Use to unlock the toner cartridge.
Toner cartridge (p. 90)
Contains toner.
Roller rotating knob (p. 77)
Turn to remove misfed paper.
Photoconductive drum
Copy images are formed on the
photoconductive drum.
Fusing unit release levers (p. 78)
Lower to remove misfed paper.
WARNING:
The fusing unit is hot. Take care in
removing paper.
Paper guide (p. 79)
Open to remove misfed paper.
Accessories
Operation manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Key operator's guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Using the printer feature . . . . . . . . . . . 1
(Printer operation manual)
CD-ROM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Toner cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
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PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
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GETTING STARTED
Operation panel
COPY key and indicator (p. 84, 92)
Press to select the COPY mode.
Press and hold during standby or during warm-
up to display the total output count and the
quantity of toner remaining.
Mode keys and indicators
Use these keys when relevant optional
components are installed.
Display
Displays information to assist the operator.
BACK key
Press to return the display to the previous
screen.
Information ( ) key (p. 72)
Press to display the detailed description when
is displayed in the upper right-hand corner of
the display.
JOB STATUS key (p. 19)
Press to check the settings of selected functions
or the status of reserved output jobs.
OK key
Press to confirm the selected setting or entered
data.
Copy quantity display
Displays the specified copy quantity during
standby and displays the copy countdown as
copies are made.
Numeric keys
Use to select the desired copy quantity.
INTERRUPT ( ) key and indicator (p. 44)
Interrupts a copy run.
CLEAR ALL (CA) key (p. 17)
Clears all selected settings and returns the
copier to the initial settings.
START ( ) key and indicator
Copying is possible when the indicator is on.
Press to start copying.
EXPOSURE key (p. 34)
Use to select the exposure modes: AUTO,
TEXT, TEXT/PHOTO or PHOTO.
PAPER SELECT key (p. 24)
Use to manually select a paper tray.
COPY RATIO key (p. 38)
Press to select a reduction or enlargement copy
ratio.
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Ready to copy.
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100%
AUTO
100%
AUTO
AUTO IMAGE key (p. 37)
Press for automatic copy ratio selection.
2-SIDED COPY key (p. 28)
Press to select the 1-sided to 1-sided, 1-sided to
2-sided, 2-sided to 2-sided or 2-sided to 1-sided
copy mode.
OUTPUT key (p. 49)
Press to select the sort, group or staple sort*
mode.
* To select the staple sort mode, an optional
finisher must be installed.
SPECIAL FUNCTION key
Press to select special functions.
Arrow keys
Press to move the highlighted item in the
display.
AUDIT CLEAR key (p. 21)
Press to close an open account.
Zero key
Use as part of numeric keys to enter copy
quantity.
Press during a continuous copy run to display
the number of copies completed in the current
run.
PROGRAM/READ-END key (p. 50, 67)
Press to select the job memory mode.
Press to finish scanning of originals and to start
copying when copying in the sort, group or
staple sort mode from the platen glass.
CLEAR (C) key
Press to clear the copy quantity display or press
during a copy run to terminate copying.
Exposure display
Indicates the selected exposure mode.
Message display
Messages are displayed regarding copier status
and operation.
Original size display
The original paper size is displayed.
Copy ratio display
Displays the copy ratios for reductions or
enlargements.
Paper size display
Displays the selected paper size. When "AUTO"
is displayed, paper size matching the original
and copy ratio will be automatically selected.
Paper tray display
The selected paper feed location is highlighted.
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GETTING STARTED
POWER ON AND OFF
The power switch is located on the left side of the copier.
Power on
Turn the power switch to the "ON" position.
●When the power switch is turned to the "ON" position, the message "System check." will appear in the
message display and warm-up will start. During warm-up, you can select your desired job settings
and then by pressing the START ( ) key, your job will commence when the copier comes to "Ready
to copy.". Once the copier has finished warming up, the message display will change to "Ready to
copy.", and the START ( ) key indicator will light up, indicating that copying is possible.
●If the copier has been programmed in the auditing mode, the message "Enter your account number."
will appear after warming up. Once a valid account number has been entered, the message display
will change to "Ready to copy." and copying will be possible. See page 20.
Power off
When the copier is not used for a long time, be sure to turn it off.
Ensure that the machine is not operating and then turn the power switch to the "OFF" position.
If the power switch is turned off while the machine is operating, a misfeed may occur. Also the job that
was in progress will be totally canceled.
Dehumidification heater switch (DH POWER)
This copier is equipped with a dehumidification heater, which prevents dew condensation inside the
copier and moisture absorption of paper in the paper trays. If dew condensation occurs and causes
moisture absorption of paper, image quality may be deteriorated and paper misfeeds may occur
frequently. It is recommended that the dehumidification heater switch be left in the “ON”position in the
following cases even after the power switch is turned off.
●In a low temperature season such as winter (When a sudden temperature change occurs, for
example, immediately after room heating is turned on, dew condensation may occur.)
●In a high temperature and high humidity season such as summer or rainy season
●In regions at a high temperature and a high humidity
NOTES:
●When using the dehumidification heater, do not remove the power cord from the outlet. Doing
so will stop the heater.
●If an optional 500-sheet paper feed unit or 2x500-sheet paper feed unit is installed, the heater
in the unit will also be turned on when the dehumidification heater switch of the copier is turned
on.
Power on
Power off
On
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POWER ON AND OFF
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Initial settings
The copier assumes the initial settings when it is first turned on, when the CLEAR ALL (CA) key is
pressed, or a preset time (auto clear time) after the last copy is made in any mode. The initial settings
that appear in the display are shown below.
●Copy ratio: 100%
●Exposure: Automatic
●Auto paper selection: On
●Paper feed station: Paper tray 1 (At power on, the previously selected paper tray will again be
selected.)
●Copy quantity: 0
●All special copier modes: Off
★KEY OPERATOR The auto clear time can be changed. See page 13 of the KEY OPERATOR'S
GUIDE.
Power save modes
The copier has two power save modes to reduce overall power consumption and thereby reduce the
cost of operation and to conserve natural resources to help reduce environmental pollution. The two
power save modes are preheat mode and auto power shut-off mode.
★KEY OPERATOR
The time to enter the preheat and auto power shut-off modes have been preset at the factory to 15 min.
for the preheat mode and 30 min. for the auto power shut-off mode. These times can be changed as
described in the key operator's guide. It is suggested that you set appropriate times according to the
actual usage of the copier.
Preheat mode
The copier will enter the mode once the set time has elapsed without any copier operation after the last
copy of a run is made or power is turned on and no copier operations have been made.
When the copier enters the preheat mode, the backlight of the display will be turned off. In this condition,
the fuser in the copier is maintained at a lower heat level thereby saving power. The preheat level is,
however, high enough to allow the copier to come to a ready condition or begin copying approximately
10 seconds after any key input is made.
To copy from the preheat mode, make desired copier selections and press the START ( ) key using
the normal copying procedure.
★KEY OPERATOR See page 14 of the KEY OPERATOR'S GUIDE for information on setting the
preheat mode.
Auto power shut-off mode
If the auto power shut-off mode is enabled, the copier will enter the mode once the set time has elapsed
without any copier operation after the last copy of a run is made or the power is first turned on and no
copier operations have been made.
When the copier enters the auto power shut-off mode, the displays and all the indicators except the
mode indicators (the COPY, PRINT, SCAN, or Fax indicator) will be turned off. In this condition, the fuser
in the copier will be turned off.
To turn the power back on, press the COPY key or another mode key that is lit. You can make desired
settings and press the START ( ) key after warm-up starts.
★KEY OPERATOR
See page 13 of the KEY OPERATOR'S GUIDE for setting the auto power shut-off
timer. See page 16 of the KEY OPERATOR'S GUIDE for enabling or disabling the auto power shut-off.
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Ready to copy.
100%
100%
AUTO
AUTO
8 11
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GETTING STARTED
FUNCTION ICONS
The following function icons will be indicated on the setting screen of each copier function.
2-sided copy mode:
Output mode:
Margin shift:
2 in 1 / 4 in 1:
One-sided to two-sided
copying
Two-sided to two-sided
copying
Two-sided to one-sided
copying
Sort mode
Staple sort mode
Group mode
Right
Down
Left
2 in 1
4 in 1
Erase:
Dual page copy:
B/W reverse:
Edge erase
Center erase
Edge + Center erase
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