Sharp AL-800 User manual

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CONTENTS
1GETTING STARTED
INTRODUCTION 3
CAUTIONS 3
MAIN FEATURES 4
PART NAMES 6
OPERATION PANEL 7
2INSTALLATION
COPIER INSTALLATION 8
CAUTIONS ON HANDLING 9
CHECKING PACKED COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES 10
UNPACKING 10
REMOVING PROTECTIVE PACKING MATERIALS 11
INSTALLING THE TD CARTRIDGE 12
LOADING COPY PAPER (installing the paper tray) 14
POWER TO COPIER 15
CONNECTING THE INTERFACE CABLE (AL-840 only) 16
POWER ON 17
– Initial settings of operation panel 17
3MAKING COPIES
PAPER 18
NORMAL COPYING 18
– Setting a large original 21
EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT/PHOTO COPYING 21
REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM 22
TWO-SIDED COPYING 23
4SPECIAL FUNCTIONS
DESCRIPTION OF SPECIAL FUNCTIONS 25
TONER SAVE MODE 25
USER PROGRAMS (power save modes, auto clear time) 26
– Setting the power save modes and auto clear time 26

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5SUPPLIES AND USER MAINTENANCE
TD CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT 28
DRUM CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT 29
USER MAINTENANCE 31
– Cabinet 31
– Original table and original cover 32
– Cleaning the drum cartridge 32
– When copier is not in use 33
6COPIER TROUBLE?
MISFEED REMOVAL 34
– A. Misfeed in the paper tray 34
– B. Misfeed in the copier 35
– C. Misfeed in the exit area 36
TROUBLESHOOTING 37
– Copy and print quality problems 38
STATUS INDICATORS 41
DISPLAYING TOTAL NUMBER OF COPIES 41
AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT 42
7APPENDIX
SPECIFICATIONS 43
SUPPLY PART NUMBERS AND STORAGE 44
MOVING INSTRUCTIONS 45
INDEX
CONTENTS

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GETTING STARTED
This chapter provides basic information for using the copier.
INTRODUCTION
This copier has been designed to provide intuitive operating ease while requiring a minimum
amount of space.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.
The AL-840 can be used as a copier and as a laser printer while the AL-800
can be used only as a copier.This manual describes only the copier features.
For description of the printer features, refer to the printer manual.
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.
Displayed lettersornumerals indicatethemachinestatus andrequiredoperator
actions.
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 switch the printer rapidly on and off. After turning the printer off, wait
10 to 15 seconds before turning it back on.
●Printer power must be turned off before installing any supplies.
●Do not look directly at the light source.Doing so may damage your eyes.
●Place the copier on a firm, level surface.
●Do not install the copier in a humid or dusty location.
●Whenthe copieris notused forlong time,forexample forconsecutiveholidays,
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 overheat the copier, resulting in damage to the copier.

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CAUTIONS
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.
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
MAIN FEATURES
qHigh-speed laser copying
●Since warm-up time is zero, copying can be started immediately after the power switch
is turned on.
●First-copy time is approximately 12.5 seconds (normal mode).
●Copying speed is 8 copies/min., providing high 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.
●Thephoto modecopyingfunctionallowsclearcopyingofdelicatehalftone originalimages
such as monochrome photos and color photos.
eSubstantial copying functions
●Zoom copying from 50% to 200% in 1% increments can be performed.
●Continuous copying up to a maximum 50 sheets can also be performed.
●The toner save mode reduces toner consumption by approximately 10%.
●Userprogramsallowmodificationsof variousfunctionsto suitthe user’s particularneeds.

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rScan once/ Print many
●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 50 copies.This feature allows for improved
workflow, reduced operating noise from the copier and reduced wear and tear on the
scanning mechanism, providing higher reliability.
tPrinter feature (AL-840 only)
●The AL-840 functions both as a digital laser copier and a laser printer.
y250-sheet paper tray
●The paper tray holds up to 250 sheets of copy paper, providing sufficient capacity for
office use.The high capacity allows high volume printing and saves labor by reducing
the frequency of loading paper.
uEnvironmentally friendly design
●Paper output tray can be pushed into the copier for space saving when copying is not
performed.
●Preheatmodeand autopower shut-offmodeare provided toreducepower consumption
when the machine is not in use.
This copier does not have an internal calendar or clock.
This copier will not be affected by the year 2000.
MAIN FEATURES

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PART NAMES
Original cover
Original table
Operation
panel
Paper output tray
Front cover
Paper tray
Paper release
lever
Printer interfaces
(AL-840 only)
Power cord socket
Paper guide
Power switch
Drum cartridge handles
TD cartridge
TD cartridge handle
Drum cartridge

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OPERATION PANEL
qExposure mode selector key and
indicators
Use to sequentially select the exposure
modes: AUTO, MANUAL or PHOTO.
Selected mode is shown by a lit indicator.
(p. 21)
wLight and dark keys and exposure
indicators
Use to adjust the MANUAL or PHOTO
exposure level. Selected exposure level is
shown by a lit indicator. (p.22)
Also used to start and terminate user
program settings. (p. 26)
eAlarm indicators
: Drum replacement required
indicator (p. 29)
: TD cartridge replacement required
indicator (p. 28)
: Misfeed indicator (p. 34)
rCopy ratio selector key and copy ratio
indicators
Useto sequentiallyselectpresetreduction/
enlargement copy ratios.
Selected copy ratio is shown by a lit
indicator. (p. 22)
tZoom indicator (p. 22)
yCopy ratio display (%) key (p. 22)
uDisplay
Displays thespecifiedcopy quantity,zoom
copy ratio, user program codes, and error
codes.
iON LINE indicator
Lights up when the machine is used as a
printer. (AL-840 only)
The ON LINE indicator is not included in
the AL-800.
Off: Indicates copying is being performed
or an alarm occurs.
Blinking:Indicatesprintingofdata fromthe
computer has been interrupted and
copying is being performed.
oPower save indicator
Lights up when the copier is in a power
save mode. (p. 25, 26)
!0 Zoom keys
Useto selectanyreductionorenlargement
copy ratio from 50% to 200% in 1%
increments. (p. 22)
!1 Copy quantity keys
●Use to select the desired copy quantity
(1 to 50). (p. 20)
●Use to make user program entries.
(p. 26)
!2 Clear key
●Press to clear the display, or press
during a copy run to terminate copying.
(p. 20)
●Press and hold down during standby to
displaythetotal numberofcopies made
to date. (p. 41)
!3 Print key and ready indicator
●Copying is possible when the indicator
is on.
●Use to set a user program.
50%
64%
78%
100%
129%
200% MAX.
MIN.
51 /
281
/
2
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51 /
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/
2
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81 /
211
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81 /
211
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81 /
214
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81 /
211
xZOOM
ON LINE
qw e r ty u i o
!0 !1 !2 !3

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INSTALLATION
Follow the procedure below for proper installation.
COPIER INSTALLATION
Improperinstallationmaydamage thecopier.Pleasenote thefollowing 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.

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COPIER INSTALLATION
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.
CAUTIONS ON HANDLING
Be careful in handling the copier as follows to maintain the performance of this copier.
Do not drop the copier,subject it to shock
or strike it against any object.
Do not expose the drum cartridge to
direct sunlight.
Doingsowill damagethesurface (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, poor copy quality 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.
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