Sharp AR-121E User manual

MODEL
AR-121E
AR-151E
•GETTING STARTED
•INSTALLATION
•MAKING COPIES
•SPECIAL FUNCTIONS
•SUPPLIES AND
USER MAINTENANCE
•COPIER TROUBLE?
•APPENDIX
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DIGITAL LASER COPIER
OPERATION MANUAL
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CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE
KLASS 1 LASERAPPARAT
VAROITUS!
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CAUTION
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INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED.
AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
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LASERS TEILYLLE. L KATSO S TEESEEN.
Laserstrahl
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
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CONTENTS
1GETTING STARTED
INTRODUCTION 3
CAUTIONS 4
MAIN FEATURES 5
PART NAMES 6
OPERATION PANEL 7
2INSTALLATION
COPIER INSTALLATION 8
CAUTIONS ON HANDLING 9
LOADING COPY PAPER 10
3MAKING COPIES
NORMAL COPYING 11
–Setting a large original 13
EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT/PHOTO COPYING 13
REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM 14
BYPASS FEED (including special paper) 15
TWO-SIDED COPYING 15
4
SPECIAL FUNCTIONS
DESCRIPTION OF SPECIAL FUNCTIONS 17
HIGH IMAGE QUALITY MODE 17
USER PROGRAMS (power save modes, auto clear time) 18
–Setting the power save modes and auto clear time 18
DISPLAYING TOTAL NUMBER OF COPIES 19
5SUPPLIES AND
USER MAINTENANCE
TONER CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT 20
–Toner cartridge life 22
USER MAINTENANCE 22
–Cabinet 22
–Original table and original cover 22
–Transfer charger 23
–When copier is not in use 24
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6COPIER TROUBLE?
MISFEED REMOVAL 25
–A Misfeed in the paper feed area 25
–B Misfeed in the fusing area 26
–C Misfeed in the transport area 27
DEVELOPER REQUIRED 28
MAINTENANCE REQUIRED 28
TROUBLESHOOTING 29
STATUS INDICATORS 30
AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT 31
7APPENDIX
SPECIFICATIONS 32
SUPPLIES 33
–Types and sizes of copy paper 33
INDEX
CONTENTS
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Getting started
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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 familiarise 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 display.
AB series (metric) and inch series references
When references are made to paper sizes and weights, the inch series values are quoted in
brackets.
For example:
Page 33 --------------------- 56 to 80 g/m2(15 to 21 lbs.)
A4 (8-1/2" x 11")
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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.
●Do not switch the copier rapidly on and off. After turning the copier off, wait 10
to 15 seconds before turning it back on.
●Copier power must be turned off before installing any supplies.
●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, for consecutive
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 radiation, damaging the copier.
●Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Cautions on laser
Wave length 770 nm - 795 nm
Pulse times 11.82 µs / 7 mm
Output power 0.17 mW ± 0.01 mW
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MAIN FEATURES
High-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 only 9.6 seconds (normal mode).
●Copying speed is 12 copies/min.(AR-121E) or 15 copies/min.(AR-151E), which adapts
to business use, allowing improvement of working efficiency.
High-quality digital image
●High-quality image copying at 600 dpi can be 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 colour photos.
Substantial copying functions
●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%.
●User programs allow setting/modification of functions for customer’s needs.
Scan once/ Print many (AR-151E only)
●The AR-151E is equipped with a 1-page memory buffer. This memory allows the AR-
151E 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.This feature provides for a higher reliability.
Printer feature
●This copier can be used as a laser printer by installing an optional printer expansion kit.
Some models and options may not be available in some countries.
Environmentally friendly design
●Paper output tray is housed in the copier for space saving.
●Preheat and auto power shut-off modes are provided to reduce power consumption in
standby mode.
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PART NAMES
Original table
Operation
panel
Paper tray
Front cover Side cover
open button
Original cover
Side cover
Power cord socket
Handle
Power switch
Handle
Cover for optional
printer interface
Paper guides
Manual bypass
Paper output
tray
Paper output tray
extension
Toner cartridge lock release
lever
Toner cartridge
Transfer charger
Paper feed roller
Fusing unit
release lever Charger cleaner
Photoconductive drum
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OPERATION PANEL
Exposure 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. 13)
Light 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.13)
Use to start and terminate user program
setting. (p. 18)
Alarm indicators
: Developer replacement required
indicator (p. 28)
: Misfeed indicator (p. 25)
: Toner cartridge replacement required
indicator (p. 20)
: Maintenance indicator (p. 28)
Copy ratio selector key and copy ratio
indicators
Use to sequentially select preset reduction/
enlargement copy ratios.
Selected copy ratio is shown by a lit
indicator. (p. 14)
Zoom indicator (p. 14)
Copy ratio display (%) key (p. 14)
Display
Displays the specified copy quantity, zoom
copy ratio, user program code, and error
code.
ON LINE indicator
Lights up when the machine is used as a
printer. To use the copier as a printer, an
optional printer expansion kit is needed.
Power save indicator
Lights up when the copier is in a power save
mode. (p. 17)
Zoom keys
Use to select any reduction or enlargement
copy ratio from 50 to 200% in 1%
increments. (p. 14)
Copy quantity keys
●Use to select the desired copy quantity
(1 to 99). (p. 12)
●Use to make user program entries.
(p. 18)
Clear key
●Press to clear the display, or press during
a copy run to terminate copying. (p. 12)
●Press and hold down during standby to
display the total number of copies made
to date. (p. 19)
Print key and ready indicator
●Copying is possible when the indicator is
on.
●Use to set a user program.
50%
70%
81%
100%
141%
200%
100%
A5
B4
A4
A4
A4
A5
ZOOM
50%
64%
78%
100%
129%
200%
100%
MAX.
MIN.
51 /
281
/
2
x
51 /
281
/
2
x
81 /
211
x
81 /
211
x
81 /
214
x
81 /
211
x
Inch system
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Installation
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INSTALLATION
Follow the installation procedure below to use the copier properly.
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.
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