Sharp AR-153E N User manual

AR-153E N
AR-152E N
AR-122E N
DIGITALLASERCOPIER
OPERATIONMANUAL
DIGITALERLASERKOPIERER
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
COPIEURLASERNUMERIQUE
MODE D’EMPLOI
COPIADORALÁSERDIGITAL
MANUALDE INSTRUCCIONES
COPIATRICELASERDIGITALE
MANUALEDI ISTRUZIONI
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CAUTION
VORSICHT
ADVARSEL
ADVERSEL
VARNING
VARO!
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED.
AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG WENN ABDECKUNG GEÖFFNET UND
SICHERHEITSVERRIEGELUNG ÜBERERÜCKT. NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN.
USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING VED ÅBNING, NÅR SIKKERHEDSAFBRYDERE ER
UDE AF FUNKTION. UNDGA UDSAETTELSE FOR STRÅLING.
USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING NÅR DEKSEL ÅPNES OG SIKKERHEDSLÅS BRYTES.
UNNGÅ EKSPONERING FOR STRÅLEN.
OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL ÄR ÖPPNAD OCH SPÄRRAR ÄR
URKOPPLADE. STRÅLEN ÄR FARLIG. BETRAKTA EJ STRÅLEN.
AVATTAESSA JA SUOJALUKITUS OHITETTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA NÄKYMÄTÖNTÄ
LASERSÄTEILYLLE. ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEEN.
Laserstrahl
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
LUKOAN 1 LASERLAITE
KLASS 1 LASERAPPARAT
VAROITUS!
LAITTEEN KÄYTTÄMINEN
MUULLA KUIN TÄSSÄ
KÄYTTÖOHJEESSAMAINITULLA
TAVALLA SAATTAA ALTISTAA
KÄYTTÄJÄN
TURVALLISUUSLUOKAN 1
YLITTÄVÄLLE
NÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE
LASERSÄTEILYLLE.
VARNING
OM APPARATEN ANVÄNDS PÅ
ANNAT SÄTT ÄN I DENNA
BRUKSANVISNING
SPECIFICERATS, KAN
ANVÄNDAREN UTSÄTTAS FÖR
OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING,
SOM ÖVERSKRIDER GRÄNSEN
FÖR LASERKLASS 1.
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
Caution
This product contains a low power laser
device. To ensure continued safety do not
removeanycoverorattempttogainaccess
to the inside of the product. Refer all
servicing to qualified personnel.
Vorsicht
DiesesProduktistmiteinemNiederleistungs
Laserabtaster ausgestattet. Aus Sicher-
heitsgründen keine Abdeckung entfernen
undnichtinnenteile zuberührenversuchen.
Warungsarbeiten dürfen nur von geschul-
tem Fachpersonal durchgeführt werden.
Attention
Ce produit contient un dispositif émettant
unlaseràfaible puissance. Pour assurerla
sécurité, ne pas enlever le couvercle, ni
accéder à l‘intérieur du produit. Pour toute
réparation, s‘adresser à une personne
qualifiée.
Attenzione
Questo prodotto contiene un dispositivo al
laser a bassa potenza. Per motivi di
sicurezzanon sideve smonareilmobileper
l‘accesso all‘interno. Per qualsiasi
riparazione rivolgersi a personale
qualificato.
Precaución
Este producto viene provisto de un
dispositivo laser de baja potencia. Para
garantizar su seguridad en todo momento,
no quite ninguna tapa ni intente acceder al
interiordelaparato.Consulteconelpersonal
técnico calificado cualquier problema de
servicio.
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CAUTIONS
Caution label on the unit
The label ( ) in the fusing area of the unit indicates the following:
: Caution, risk of danger
: Caution, hot surface
Cautions on using
Follow the cautions below when using this unit.
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.
• Do not switch the unit rapidly on and off. After turning the unit off, wait 10 to 15 seconds
before turning it back on.
• Unit power must be turned off before installing any supplies.
Caution:
• Place the unit on a firm, level surface.
• Do not install the unit in a humid or dusty location.
• When the unit 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 unit, be sure to turn the power switch off and remove the power cord
from the outlet.
• Do not cover the unit with a dust cover, cloth or plastic film while the power is on. Doing
so may prevent heat radiation, damaging the unit.
• Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified
herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
• The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
Important points when selecting an installation site
Do not install your unit 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.
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.
Connect the unit 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.
20cm
10cm 10cm
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Cautions on handling
Be careful in handling the unit as follows to maintain the performance of this unit.
Do not drop the unit, 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.
Cautions on laser
Proper storage for supplies
Store the supplies (paper and toner cartridges) in a location that is:
• clean and dry
• at a stable temperature
• not exposed to direct sunlight.
Store paper in the wrapper and lying flat.
• Paper stored out of the wrapper or in packages standing on end may curl or get damp,
resulting in paper misfeeds.
Trademark acknowledgements
• Microsoft and Windows 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 trademarksof Adobe Systems Incorporated.
• All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners.
In some areas, the "POWER" switch positions are marked "I" and "O" on the copier
instead of "ON" and "OFF".
The symbol "O" denotes the copier is not completely de-energized but in a stand-by
condition at this "POWER" switch position.
If your copier is so marked, please read "I" for "ON" and "O" 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.
Wave length 770 nm –795 nm
Pulse times 11.82 µs / 7 mm
Output power 0.17 mW ± 0.01 mW
As an ENERGY STAR®Partner, SHARP has determined that
this product meets the ENERGY STAR®guidelines for energy
efficiency.
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1INTRODUCTION
USING THE MANUAL...................4
PART NAMES ...............................5
OPERATION PANEL.....................6
2LOADING PAPER
PAPER...........................................7
LOADING THE PAPER TRAY.......8
BYPASS FEED (including special
paper) ..........................................10
3MAKING COPIES
COPY FLOW...............................13
CONNECTING THE POWER CORD14
ORIGINAL PLACEMENT.............16
SET THE COPY QUANTITY.......18
EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT/
PHOTO COPYING ......................18
REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/
ZOOM..........................................20
4SPECIAL FUNCTIONS
DESCRIPTION OF SPECIAL
FUNCTIONS................................21
TONER SAVE MODE..................21
USER PROGRAMS.....................22
DISPLAYING TOTAL NUMBER OF
COPIES.......................................23
5MAINTENANCE
TONER CARTRIDGE
REPLACEMENT..........................24
TONER CARTRIDGE LIFE .........26
CLEANING THE UNIT.................27
6 TROUBLESHOOTING THE UNIT
TROUBLESHOOTING.................29
STATUS INDICATORS................30
MISFEED REMOVAL ..................31
DEVELOPER REQUIRED...........35
MAINTENANCE REQUIRED.......35
SCAN HEAD LOCKING SWITCH36
7 OPTIONAL EUIPMENT (AL-12PKM)
SOFTWARE FOR THE SHARP
PERSONAL MFP SERIES...........37
HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE
REQUIREMENTS........................38
BEFORE INSTALLATION............38
INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE.........40
INDICATORS ON THE
OPERATION PANEL...................50
USING THE PRINTER MODE.....51
USING THE SCANNER MODE...53
HOW TO USE THE ONLINE
MANUAL......................................61
USING OTHER INSTALLED
DRIVERS.....................................63
CONNECTING THE INTERFACE
CABLE.........................................64
8OPTIONS FOR AR-153EN
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION.......66
SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-SP5).... 66
250-SHEET PAPER FEED UNIT
(AR-D16)......................................67
9APPENDIX
SPECIFICATIONS.......................68
ABOUT SUPPLIES AND OPTIONS... 71
INDEX.................................................72
SOFTWARE LICENSE.......................75
CONTENTS
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This chapter provides basic information for using the unit.
USING THE MANUAL
The operation manual contains explanations of how to operate the unit, important
considerations, and maintenance procedures. To get the most out of the unit, please
read the operation manual. Please keep the operation manuals in a suitable location
that will allow for convenient future reference.
Conventions used in the manual
This operation manual explains the operation of the AR-series models. In cases
where the operation is the same, AR-153EN is used. The differences between AR-
122EN/AR-152EN and AR-153EN are shown below.
• Some models may not be available in some countries.
• This operation manual refers to the Single Pass Feeder as the "SPF".
• In this manual, the following icons are used to provide the user with information
pertinent to the use of the unit.
Warns the user that injury may result if the contents of the warning
are not properly followed.
Cautions the user that damage to the unit or one of its components
may result if the contents of the caution are not properly followed.
Notes provide information relevant to the unit regarding
specifications, functions, performance, operation and such, that
may be useful to the user.
Indicates a letter displayed in the display.
:Standard functions and equipment
:Optional functions and equipment
AR-153EN
Copier with multi-bypass
Printer *
1
(AL-12PKM)
AR-122EN/AR-152EN
Copier with single bypass
Scanner *
1
(AL-12PKM)
*1Can be used when the optional Printer/Scanner Expansion Kit (AL-12PKM) is installed.
*2The optional single pass feeder (AR-SP5) can be installed.
*3The optional 250-sheet paper feed unit (AR-D16) can be installed.
Printer *
1
(AL-12PKM)
Scanner *
1
(AL-12PKM)
SPF *
2
(AR-SP5)
250-sheet paper feed unit *
3
(AR-D16)
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PART NAMES
Toner cartridge Photoconductive drum
Single bypass
2
3
4
1
5
7
68
9
10
11
13
14
15
5
3
12
Original cover
SPF as an option (AR-153EN)
Paper tray 2
as an option
(AR-153EN)
7
Multi-bypass
tray (AR-153EN)
Original guide
Feeding roller
cover
Original feeder tray
Original exit area
Original table
Operation panel
Front cover
Paper tray
Side cover
Side cover open button
Bypass paper guides
Paper output tray
Paper output tray extension
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Power switch
Handle
Power cord socket
Fusing unit release lever
Transfer charger
Charger cleaner
10
11
12
13
14
15
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OPERATION PANEL
AR-153E N
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.18)
Light and dark keys and indicators
Use to adjust the MANUAL or PHOTO
exposure level. Selected exposure level
is shown by a lit indicator. (p.18) Use to
start and terminate user program
setting. (p.22)
Alarm indicators
Developer replacement required
indicator (p.35)
Misfeed indicator (p.31)
Toner cartridge replacement
required indicator (p.24)
Maintenance indicator (p.35)
SPF indicator (p.17) (AR-153EN)
Can be used only when your unit has
the SPF.
SPF misfeed indicator (p.34)(AR-
153EN)
Can be used only when your unit has
the SPF.
Copy ratio selector key and
indicators
Use to sequentially select preset
reduction/enlargement copy ratios.
Selected copy ratio is shown by a lit
indicator. (p.20)
Copy ratio display (%) key (p.20)
Display
Displays the specified copy quantity,
zoom copy ratio, user program code,
and error code.
SCANNER key and indicator
(p.50, p.57)
Can be used when the Printer/Scanner
Expansion Kit (AL-12PKM) is installed.
1
2
3
4
5
46
57
68
79
ONLINE key and indicator (p.50)
Can be used when the Printer/Scanner
Expansion Kit (AL-12PKM) is installed.
Power save indicator
Lights up when the unit is in a power
save mode. (p.21, p.22)
Paper feed location indicators
Light up to show the selected paper
feed station.
Tray select key (AR-153EN)
Use to select a paper feed station (paper
tray 1, paper tray 2 or multi-bypass tray)
(p.20)
ZOOM keys and indicator
Use to select any reduction or
enlargement copy ratio from 25% to
400% in 1% increments. (p.20)
Copy quantity keys
• Use to select the desired copy
quantity (1 to 99). (p.18)
• Use to make user program entries.
(p.22)
Clear key
• Press to clear the display, or press
during a copy run to terminate
copying. (p.18)
• Press and hold down during standby
to display the total number of copies
made to date. (p.23)
Start key and indicator
• Copying is possible when the
indicator is on.
• Press to start copying.
• Use to set a user program. (p.22)
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9 11
1012
13
1114
1215
1316
1417
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Follow the steps below to load paper into the tray.
PAPER
For best results, use only paper recommended by SHARP.
* Do not use non-standard envelopes, and envelopes that have metal clasps, plastic
snappers, string closures, windows, linings, self-adhesive, patches or synthetic
materials. Do not use envelopes that are filled with air or envelopes that have
labels or stamps attached. These will cause physical damage to the unit.
**For paper weighing from 104g/m2to 128g/m2, A4 is the maximum size that can be
fed through the single bypass or through the multi-bypass tray.
• Special papers such as transparency film, labels and envelope must be fed one
sheet at a time through the single bypass or through the multi-bypass tray.
Type of paper
feeding
Type of media Size Weight
Paper tray Standard paper A4
A5
B5
Letter
Legal
Invoice
56g/m2to
80g/m2
Singlebypass/
Multi-bypass
tray
Standard paper and
thick paper A4 A5
A6
B5
B6
Letter**
Legal
Invoice
52g/m2to
128g/m2**
Special
media Transparency film A4 Letter
Envelope* International DL
International C5
Commercial 10
Monarch
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LOADING THE PAPER TRAY
1Raise the handle of the paper tray
and pull the paper tray out until it
stops.
2Adjust the paper guides on the paper tray to the copy paper
width and length. Squeeze the lever of paper guide and slide
the guide to match with the width of the paper. Move paper
guide to the appropriate slot as marked on the tray.
3Fan the paper and insert it into the tray. Make sure the edges go
under the corner hooks.
Do not load paper above the maximum height line ( ). Exceeding
the line will cause a paper misfeed.
A
B
Paper
guide B Paper
guide A
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