Sharp AL-1600 User manual

•GETTING STARTED
•MAKING COPIES
•STATUS INDICATORS
•GENERAL INFORMATION
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DIGITAL COPYING MACHINE
OPERATION MANUAL
MODEL
AL-1600
AL-1610
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GETTING STARTED STATUS INDICATORS
MAKING COPIES GENERAL INFORMATION
CONTENTS Page
GETTING STARTED
●CAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
●MAIN FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
●PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
– Overall layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
– Operation panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
●COPIER INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
●CAUTIONS ON HANDLING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
●CHECKING PACKED COMPONENTS
AND ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
●SET-UP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
●LOADING COPY PAPER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
MAKING COPIES
●NORMAL COPYING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
●REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
●BYPASS FEED (special paper) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
●TWO-SIDED COPYING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
●INTERRUPTING A COPY RUN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
●AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
●TONER SAVE MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
STATUS INDICATORS
●TD CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
●DRUM CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
●MISFEED REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
GENERAL INFORMATION
●USER PROGRAMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
●POWER SAVE MODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
●USER MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
●COPIER TROUBLE? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
●SUPPLIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
– Types and sizes of copy paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
– Supply part numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
– Genuine supplies statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
●MOVING INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
●SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
●INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
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.
Conventions used in this
manual
In this manual, the following icons are used to
provide the user with information pertinent to the
use of the copier.
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.
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.
Notes provide information relevant to the
copier regarding specifications, functions,
performance, operation and such, that may
be useful to the user.
Indicates a letter displayed in the copy
quantity display.

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GETTING STARTED Cautions
CAUTIONS
Follow the cautions below when using this copier.
●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.
●The socket-outlet shall 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.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
ThisDigitalCopierisratedClass1 andcomplieswith21CFR1040.10and1040.11of theCDRHstandards.This
meansthatthecopier doesnotproducehazardouslaser radiation.Foryoursafety,observethe precautionsbelow.
●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.
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein
may result in hazardous laser radiation exposure.

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GETTING STARTED Main features
MAIN FEATURES
qHigh-speed laser copying
●First-copy time is only 7.2 seconds (except in a power save mode or immediately after power on).
●Copying speed is 16 copies/min., which adapts to business use, allowing improvement of working efficiency.
wHigh-quality digital image
●High-quality copying at 600 dpi is performed.
●In addition to the automatic exposure mode, the manual exposure can be adjusted in five steps.
●The photo mode copying function allows clear copying of delicate halftone original images such as monochrome
photos and color photos. Photo mode is adjustable in five steps.
eSubstantial copying features
●Zoom copying from 50% to 200% in 1% increments can be performed.
●Continuous copying of maximum 99 sheets can also be performed.
●Toner save mode reduces toner consumption by approximately 10%.
rScan once/ Print many (AL-1610 only)
●The copier is equipped with a 1-page memory buffer.This memory allows the copier to scan an original 1 time only and
make up to 99 copies. This feature allows for improved workflow, reduced operating noise from the copier and reduced
wear and tear on the scanning mechanism, which provides for a higher reliability.
tEnvironmentally friendly design
●Paper output tray is housed in the copier for space saving.
●Preheat mode and auto power shut-off mode are provided to reduce power consumption and meet the Energy Star
Guidelines.
As an ENERGY STAR®Partner, SHARP has determined that this product meets the
ENERGY STAR®guidelines for energy efficiency.
This copier does not have an internal calendar or clock.
This copier will not be affected by the year 2000.

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PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
Overall layout
Part names and functions
qPlaten cover
Place the original on the original table and close the
platen cover before copying starts.
wOriginal table
Place the document to be copied here.
eHandles
Use to move the copier.
rPower switch
Press to turn copier power on and off.
tOperation panel
All copier controls are located here for easy operation.
yPaper output tray
Finished copies are deposited in the paper output tray.
uFront cover
Open to remove misfeeds and for copier servicing.
iPaper tray
Holds 250 sheets of copy paper.
oSide cover
Open to remove misfeeds and to service the copier.
!0 Side cover handle
Lift and pull to open the side cover.
!1 Bypass tray guides
Adjust to the width of the copy paper.
!2 Bypass tray
Special papers (including transparency film) and copy
paper can be fed from the bypass tray.
!3 Bypass tray extension
Pull out when feeding large paper such as 8-1/2" x 14"
and 11" x 17".
!4 Charger cleaner
Use to clean the transfer charger.
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GETTING STARTED
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
!5 Drum cartridge handle
Hold to pull out the drum cartridge.
!6 Drum cartridge
Copy images are formed on the photoconductive drum.
!7 TD cartridge lock release lever
Use to unlock the TD cartridge.
!8 TD cartridge strap
Lift to remove the TD cartridge.
!9 TD cartridge
Contains toner.
@0 Roller rotating knob
Turn to remove misfed paper.
!5
!6
!7 !8
!9
@0 @1
@2
Part names and functions
GETTING STARTED
@1 Fusing unit release levers
Lower to remove misfed paper.
The fusing unit is hot.
Take care in removing paper.
@2 Paper guide
Open to remove misfed paper.
Accessories
Operation manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
TD cartridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Charger cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

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GETTING STARTED
Operation
panel
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
Part names and functions
qAUTO/MANUAL/PHOTO( / / )key
and indicators (p. 15)
Use to sequentially select the exposure modes: AUTO,
MANUAL ( ), or PHOTO ( ).
wAlarm indicators
: Paper required indicator (p.13)
: Misfeed indicator (p.28)
: TD cartridge replacement required indicator
(p.24)
: Drum replacement required indicator (p.26)
ePaper feed location/misfeed location indica-
tors (p. 28)
The selected paper feed location is shown by a lit
indicator ( ).
The misfeed location indicator ( ) blinks when a
misfeed has occurred.
rINTERRUPT key and indicator (p. 21)
Interrupts a copy run.
tCopy quantity display
Displays the specified copy quantity during the ready
condition and displays the copy countdown as copies
are made. Also see items !3 and !5.
yCLEAR ALL ( ) key
Clears all selected settings and returns the copier to the
initial settings.
uPOWER SAVE ( ) indicator (p. 34)
Lights up when the copier is in the preheat mode.
iLight( )anddark( )keysandindicators
(p. 15)
Useto adjusttheMANUAL ( )or PHOTO( )
exposure level.
oTRAY SELECT ( ) key (p. 15)
Use to manually select a paper tray.
!0 PRESET RATIO selector keys and indicators
(p. 17)
Useto sequentiallyselect presetreduction/enlargement
copyratios:50%,64%,77%,95%,100%,121%,129%,
141%, 200%.
!1 ZOOM indicator (p.17)
Lights up when a zoom ratio is set.
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GETTING STARTED
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
!2 Zoom keys (p. 17)
Use to select any reduction or enlargement copy ratio
from 50% to 200% in 1% increments.
!3 Copy ratio display ( ) key (p. 17)
Pressand holddown during standbyto displaythe copy
ratio in the copy quantity display.
!4 Copy quantity keys
Use to select the desired copy quantity or to make user
program entries.
!5 CLEAR ( ) key
Clears the copy quantity display or terminates a copy
run.
Press during standby to display the total number of
copies made to date.
Press and hold down the key. 12,345sheets output
1st display 2nd display
Note: 11" x 17" size copies are counted as two
copies.
Part names and functions
GETTING STARTED
!6 START ( ) key and indicator
Copying is possible when the indicator is on.
Press to start copying.
Initial settings
The copier assumes the initial settings when it is first
turnedon,whentheCLEARALL( )keyispressed,
and approximately one minute* after the last copy is
made in any mode.
●Copy ratio: 100%
●Exposure: Automatic
●Copy quantity: 0
●Paper feed station: Previously selected paper tray
* This time (auto clear time) can be changed. See page
32, USER PROGRAMS.

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GETTING STARTED
4" (10 cm)
Copier installation
COPIER INSTALLATION
Improper installation may damage the copier. Please note the following
during initial installation and whenever the copier is moved.
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.
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.
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.
Asmallamount of ozoneis producedwithin thecopier duringoperation.Theemissionlevelis insufficient
to cause any health hazard.
NOTE:
Thepresent recommendedlongtermexposurelimitforozoneis0.1 ppm(0.2mg/m3) calculatedasan
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.

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GETTING STARTED
CAUTIONS ON HANDLING
Be careful in handling the copier as follows to maintain the performance of
this copier.
Donotdropthe copier, subject it toshockorstrikeitagainst any
object.
Do not expose the drum cartridge to direct sunlight.
Doingsowilldamagethesurface(greenportion)ofthedrumcartridge,
causing poor copy quality.
Storespare supplies such as drum cartridgesand TD cartridges
in a dark place without removing from the package before use.
If they are exposed to direct sunlight, 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 handling

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GETTING STARTED
CHECKING PACKED COMPONENTS
AND ACCESSORIES
Open the carton and check to ensure that the following components and
accessories are included.
Copier
TD cartridge
Operation manual
Power cord
Drum cartridge
(installed in copier)
●If anything is not included or is damaged, contact our Technical Assistance Department at 1-
[phone] in the USA or Toll Free 1-877-SHARP-CC in Canada.
●Savethecartonand packingmaterials.These canbere-usedfortransportingthemachine,should
it be necessary.
Unpacking
Be sure to hold the handles on both sides of the copier by two persons to
unpack the copier and carry it to the installation location.
Checking packed components and accessories

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GETTING STARTED
SET-UP
1Remove all pieces of tape. Then open the platen
cover and remove the protective material.
2Use a coin (or suitable object) to remove the screw.
Store the screw in the paper tray as described in
step 6 because it will be used if the copier has to
be moved. (p. 42)
3Install the TD cartridge.
●For installation of the TD cartridge, see steps 1 to 2 and steps 4 to
7 of TD CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT on pages 24 and 25.
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.
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GETTING STARTED Set-up
SET-UP
Pressure
plate lock
Screw
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.
7Ensure that the power switch of the copier is in the
OFF position. Plug the power cord into the nearest
outlet.
If you use the copier in a country other than the
countrywhere the copierwaspurchased,youwill
needto makesure that yourlocalpowersupplyis
compatiblewithyourmodel.Ifyouplug thecopier
into an incompatible power supply, irreparable
damage to the copier will result.
Only insert the power cord into a properly
grounded wall socket.
Do not use extension cords or power strips.
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.
8Turn the power switch on.
9Load copy paper.
●When loading copy paper for the first time, be sure to turn the
power switch on in advance.
If you use copy paper other than 8-1/2" x 11" (default size), use
user program No. 21 to set the paper size. See page 32.
●For loading copy paper, see steps 2 to 4 of LOADING COPY
PAPER on page 13.
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1Gently lift and pull out the paper tray until it stops.
2Push the pressure plate down until it locks in place.
3Fan the copy paper and insert it into the tray. Make sure
the edges go under the corner hooks.
●If you change to a different size of copy paper, the tray must be
adjusted. See the next page.
●Set the paper along the guides.
●The tray holds up to 250 sheets of 21 lb. bond paper.
Do not load paper above the maximum height line.
4Push the paper tray firmly back into the copier.
Loading copy paper
Maximum height line
LOADING COPY PAPER
Tosavespace,thiscopierhasbeendesignedwithanadjustablefront-loading
tray, which is easily opened for paper loading. For best results, use only
SHARP recommended paper. (See page 40.)
The paper required ( ) indicator will light up when there is no copy paper
in the selected paper feed station, or when the paper tray is not installed or is
improperly installed.
If you change the copy paper size in the tray, be sure to
set the paper size using user program No. 21. See page
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Changing the copy paper size in the tray
1Gently lift and pull out the paper tray until it stops.
2Push the pressure plate down until it locks in place.
3Squeeze the lock lever of the front guide and slide the
front guide to match the width of the paper.
4Move the left guide to the appropriate slot as marked
on the tray.
●When using 11" x 17" copy paper, store the left guide in the slot at the
left front of the paper tray.
5Load copy paper into the tray.
6Place the appropriate label to indicate the selected
paper size into the recess on the right front side of the
paper tray.
7Push the paper tray firmly back into the copier.
8Use user program No. 21 to set the selected paper size.
See page 32.
Loading copy paper
LOADING COPY PAPER
Front guide
Left guide

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STATUS INDICATORS
1Openthe bypasstray. Liftslightly ontheside coverand
slide the cover out until it stops.
2Push gently the right side of the front cover to open the
cover.
3Lift the TD cartridge lock release lever and pull the
cartridgeoutuntilthegreenstraphandlecanbegrasped
by the right hand. Lift the cartridge by the handle while
supportingitwiththelefthandatthegreenlabelposition
to remove it.
●Dispose of the old TD cartridge in accordance with local regulations.
4Remove the new TD cartridge from the bag. Hold the
cartridgeon bothsides andshake ithorizontally fouror
five times.
TD CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT
Ifthe machine detectsan insufficient amountof toner beingadded, copying
will stop and the machine will add toner. During this time the START key
indicatorwill blink.When sufficienttoner hasbeen added theindicator will
remain on steadily indicating that copying can be resumed. However, if
toner addition continues for a maximum of two minutes, the TD cartridge
replacement required ( ) indicator will light up in addition to the START
key being lighted steadily. This indicates that the toner supply is low and a
new cartridge will be needed soon. If copying is continued, the copies will
gradually become lighter until the copier stops and the TD cartridge
replacement required indicator begins to blink, indicating that the cartridge
must be replaced. Replace the TD cartridge by following the procedure
below.
For best copying results, be sure to use only
SHARP Genuine Supplies which are designed,
engineered and tested to maximize the life and
performance of SHARP copiers. Look for the
Genuine Supplies label on the toner package.
TD cartridge replacement
TD cartridge lock
release lever
4 or 5 times
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STATUS INDICATORS TD cartridge replacement
TD CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT
5Remove 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.
6Gently insert the TD cartridge along the guides until it
locks in place.
If dirt or dust is adhered to the TD cartridge, remove it
before installing the cartridge.
7Close the front cover by pushing both sides with your
hands and then close the side cover by pressing the
handle on the cover. The indicator will go out .
When closing the covers, be sure to close the front
cover securely and then close the side cover. If the
covers are closed in the wrong order, the covers may
be damaged.

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STATUS INDICATORS
1Openthe bypasstray. Liftslightly ontheside coverand
slide the cover out until it stops.
2Push gently the right side of the front cover to open the
cover.
3Lift the TD cartridge lock release lever and pull the
cartridgeoutuntilthegreenstraphandlecanbegrasped
by the right hand. Lift the cartridge by the handle while
supportingitwiththelefthandatthegreenlabelposition
to remove it.
4Grasp the handle of the drum cartridge and gently pull
the cartridge out.
●Disposeoftheolddrumcartridgeinaccordancewithlocalregulations.
DRUM CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT
The useful life of the drum cartridge is approximately 30,000 copies. When
the internal counter reaches approximately 29,000 copies, the drum
replacementrequired( )indicatorwilllightupindicatingthatreplacement
ofthedrumcartridgewillbeneededsoon.Whentheindicatorbeginstoblink,
replace the drum cartridge by following the procedure given below.
Do not remove the protective cover on the drum portion
(black paper) of a new drum cartridge before use. The
cover protects the drum against external light.
Drum cartridge replacement
TD cartridge lock
release lever
For best copying results, be sure to use only
SHARPGenuine Supplieswhich are designed,
engineered and tested to maximize the life and
performance of SHARP copiers. Look for the
Genuine Supplies label on the drum package.
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STATUS INDICATORS
DRUM CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT
Drum cartridge replacement
5Removethenewdrumcartridgefromtheprotectivebag
and gently insert the lead end of the drum cartridge
along the guides.
Donottouch thesurfaceofthedrum(greenportion)of
the cartridge. Doing so may cause smudges on the
copies.
6Remove the protective cover from the drum cartridge
and then push the cartridge all the way into the copier.
7GentlyinstalltheTDcartridge.ToinstalltheTDcartridge,
see page 24, TD CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT.
8Close the front cover by pushing both sides with your
hands and then close the side cover by pressing the
handle on the cover. The drum replacement required
( ) indicator will go out.
When closing the covers, be sure to close the front
cover securely and then close the side cover. If the
covers are closed in the wrong order, the covers may
be damaged.