Sharp AR-155 User manual

MODEL
AR-155
AR-155N
•GETTING STARTED
•MAKING COPIES
•SPECIAL FUNCTIONS
•SUPPLIES AND
USER MAINTENANCE
•COPIER TROUBLE?
•APPENDIX
•OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
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DIGITAL LASER COPIER
OPERATION MANUAL
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Thisproductcontainsalowpower laser device.
To ensurecontinued safety do not remove any
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of the product. Refer all servicing to qualified
personnel.

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CONTENTS
1GETTING STARTED
INTRODUCTION 3
CAUTIONS 4
MAIN FEATURES 5
PART NAMES 6
OPERATION PANEL 7
COPIER INSTALLATION 8
CAUTIONS ON HANDLING 9
LOADING COPY PAPER 10
2MAKING COPIES
NORMAL COPYING 12
–Stream feeding mode 16
EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT/PHOTO COPYING 16
REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM 17
BYPASS FEED (including special paper) 18
3SPECIAL FUNCTIONS
DESCRIPTION OF SPECIAL FUNCTIONS 20
TONER SAVE MODE 20
USER PROGRAMS (power save modes, auto clear time,
stream feeding mode) 21
–Setting the power save modes, auto clear time, and
stream feeding mode 21
DISPLAYING TOTAL NUMBER OF COPIES 22

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4SUPPLIES AND USER MAINTENANCE
TD CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT 23
DRUM CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT 25
USER MAINTENANCE 27
–Cabinet 27
–Original table and original cover 27
–Transfer charger 27
–When copier is not in use 28
5COPIER TROUBLE?
MISFEED REMOVAL 29
–A Misfeed in the paper feed area 30
–B Misfeed in the fusing area 30
–C Misfeed in the transport area 31
–D Misfeed in the RSPF 32
MAINTENANCE REQUIRED 34
TROUBLESHOOTING 35
STATUS INDICATORS 36
AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT 37
6APPENDIX
SPECIFICATIONS 38
SUPPLIES 40
–Types and sizes of copy paper 40
7OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 42
250-SHEET PAPER FEED UNIT (AR-DE9) 43
–Part names 43
–Loading copy paper 43
–Misfeed removal 43
–Specifications 44
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 familiarise yourself with this
manual and the copier.
For quick reference during copier use, keep this manual in a handy location.
This copier can also be used as a laser printer if an optional printer expansion
kit is installed.This manual describes only the copier features. For description
of the printer features, see the separate manual.
Conventions used in this manual
Inthis manual, the following iconsare usedto provide the user withinformation 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 40 --------------------- 56 to 80 g/m2(15 lbs. 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.
●Whenthecopier is not usedforlongtime,forexampleforconsecutiveholidays,
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 785 nm ±15 nm
Pulse times (4.0 µs ±4 ns)/7 mm
Output power 0.25 mW - 0.50 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 15 copies/min., 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.
●Thephotomodecopyingfunctionallowsclearcopyingofdelicatehalftone 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.
●Automatic document feeding through the reversing single pass feeder (RSPF) can be
performed.
●Toner save mode reduces toner consumption by approximately 10%.
●User programs allow setting/modification of functions for customer’s needs.
●Automatic two-sided copying can be performed.
Scan once/ Print many
●This copier is equipped with a 1-page memory buffer. This Memory allows the
copier to scan an original once 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.
Environmentally friendly design
●Paper output tray is housed in the copier for space saving.
●Preheatmode and autopowershut-off modeare providedto reduce powerconsumption
in standby mode.
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
RSPF exit area Original guides
Feeding roller cover
Document
feeder tray
Original table
Operation
panel
Paper tray
Front cover
Original cover
Side cover
Power cord socket
Power switch Handle
Cover for optional printer interface
* A printer expansion kit is optional.
Bypass tray guides
Bypass tray
Paper output
tray
Paper output tray
extension
Handle
Side cover
open button
TD cartridge lock release
button
TD cartridge
Drum cartridge
Drum cartridge handle
Transfer charger
Fusing unit
release lever Charger cleaner

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OPERATION PANEL
Original to copy key and indicators
:Two-sided copies from one-sided
originals.
Turn on Long Edge or Turn on
Short Edge can be selected.
: Two-sided copies from two-sided
originals. (Can be selected only
when the RSPF is used.)
: Single-sided copies from two-
sided originals.(Can be selected
only when the RSPF is used.)
Exposure mode selector key and indicators
Useto sequentiallyselect the exposuremodes:
AUTO, MANUAL or PHOTO.Selected mode is
shown by a lit indicator.(p. 16)
Lightand dark keys and exposureindicators
Useto adjusttheMANUALorPHOTOexposure
level. Selected exposure level is shown by a lit
indicator. (p.16)
Useto startandterminateuserprogramsetting.
(p. 21)
Alarm indicators
: Drum replacementrequired indicator (p.
25)
: Misfeed indicator (p. 29)
: TD cartridge replacement required
indicator (p. 23)
: Maintenance indicator (p. 34)
RSPF indicator (p. 13)
RSPF misfeed indicator (p. 32)
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. 17)
Zoom indicator (p. 17)
Copy ratio display (%) key (p. 17)
Display
Displays thespecified copyquantity, zoomcopy
ratio, user program code, and error code.
ON LINE indicator
Lightsup when themachine isused asaprinter.
Touse thecopieras aprinter,an optionalprinter
expansion kit is needed.
ON LINE key
Changes between the on-line and off-line
modes when the PCL expansion kit has been
installed and a PCL printer is used.
Changes modes from the off-line to on-line
when the GDI expansion kit has been installed
and a GDI printer is used.
DATA indicator
Indicates that the printer is receiving or
processing print data. To use the copier as a
printer, an optional PCL expansion kit is
needed.
Power save indicator
Lights up when the copier is in a power save
mode. (p. 20, 21)
Tray select key
Use to select a paper feed station (paper tray
or bypass tray). (p. 19)
Paper feed location indicators
Light up to show the selected paper feed
station.
Zoom keys
●Use to select any reduction or enlargement
copyratiofrom 50 to 200%in 1%increments.
(p. 17)
Copy quantity keys
●Use to select the desired copy quantity (1 to
99). (p. 15)
●Use to make user program entries. (p.21)
Clear key
●Press to clear the display, or press during a
copy run to terminate copying. (p. 15)
●Press and hold down during standby to
display the total number of copies made to
date. (p. 22)
Print key and ready indicator
●Copying is possible when the indicator is on.
●Use to set a user program.
Inch system

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COPIER INSTALLATION
Improperinstallation maydamage the copier.Please note thefollowingduringinitial 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.