
• GETTING STARTED
• MAKING COPIES
• SPECIAL FUNCTIONS
• COPIER TROUBLE?
• GENERAL INFORMATION
• OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
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OPERATION MANUAL
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FOR YOUR RECORDS ...
To protect against loss or theft, record and retain for reference the
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OUTLINE OF THIS MANUAL
1. GETTING STARTED
This chapter describes the basic information on the use of
this copier.
2. MAKING COPIES
This chapter describes the basic copying functions such
as normal copying, reduction or enlargement, and
exposure adjustments.
3. SPECIAL FUNCTIONS
This chapter describes special copying functions including
various image editing functions.
4. COPIER TROUBLE?
This chapter describes how to remove misfed paper and
how to remedy minor problems.
5. GENERAL INFORMATION
This chapter describes general information about the use
of the copier and the loading of paper and toner.
6. OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
This chapter describes operating instructions for the
Single Pass Feeder (AR-SP4), the Reversing Single Pass
Feeder (AR-RP3), the Finisher (AR-FN5 N), the 500-
Sheet Paper Feed Unit (AR-D11), and the 2 x 500-Sheet
Paper Feed Unit (AR-D12).
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
CAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
COPIER INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
MAIN FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
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Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
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Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
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Operation panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
POWER ON AND OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
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Power on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
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Power off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
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Dehumidification heater switch (DH POWER) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
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Initial settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
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Power save modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
FUNCTION ICONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
FUNCTION REVIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
AUDITING ACCOUNTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
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How to copy in the auditing mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
COPYING FROM THE PLATEN GLASS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
COPYING FROM THE RSPF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
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About reversing single pass feeder (RSPF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
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Using the RSPF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
TWO-SIDED COPYING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
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Two-sided copies from one-sided originals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
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Two-sided copies from two-sided originals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
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One-sided copies from two-sided originals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
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Automatic selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
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Manual selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
ROTATION COPYING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
BYPASS FEED (special paper) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
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Acceptable paper for copying from the bypass tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
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Copying from the bypass tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
INTERRUPTING A COPY RUN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
SORT/GROUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
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Copying in the sort or group mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
MARGIN SHIFT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
ERASE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
DUAL PAGE COPY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
2 IN 1 OR 4 IN 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
B/W REVERSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
XY ZOOM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
TRANSPARENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
JOB MEMORY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
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Storing a job program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
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Deleting a job program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
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Recalling a job program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
CHAPTER 1 GETTING STARTED
CHAPTER 2 MAKING COPIES
CHAPTER 3 SPECIAL FUNCTIONS
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STATUS MESSAGES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
MISFEED REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
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Misfeed in the RSPF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
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Misfeed in the bypass tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
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Misfeed in the copier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
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Misfeed in the center tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
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Misfeed in the upper paper tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
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Misfeed in the lower paper tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
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Misfeed in the upper exit area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
PAPER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
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Types and sizes of copy paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
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Loading copy paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
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Changing the copy paper size in the tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
TONER CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
CHECKING THE TONER QUANTITY AND
TOTAL OUTPUT COUNT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
CLEANING THE PLATEN GLASS AND RSPF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
CLEANING THE BYPASS TRAY PAPER FEED ROLLER . . . . . . . . . 94
DISPLAY CONTRAST ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
STORAGE OF SUPPLIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
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Proper storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
FINISHER (AR-FN5 N) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
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Part names . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
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Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
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Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
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Finisher functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
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Staple sort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
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Staple cartridge replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
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Staple jam removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
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Misfeed removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
500-SHEET PAPER FEED UNIT (AR-D11)/
2x500-SHEET PAPER FEED UNIT (AR-D12) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
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Part names . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
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Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
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Loading copy paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
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Changing the copy paper size in the tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
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Misfeed removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
CHAPTER 4 COPIER TROUBLE?
CHAPTER 5 GENERAL INFORMATION
CHAPTER 6 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
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CHAPTER 1
GETTING STARTED
This chapter describes the basic information on the use of this copier.
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INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
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CAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
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COPIER INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
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MAIN FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
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PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Interior. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Operation panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
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POWER ON AND OFF. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Power on. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Power off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Dehumidification heater switch (DH POWER) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Initial settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Power save modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
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FUNCTION ICONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
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FUNCTION REVIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
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AUDITING ACCOUNTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
How to copy in the auditing mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
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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.
About the operation manuals
The operation manuals for the unit are as follows:
Operation Manual (Digital Multifunctional System)
This manual contains explanations of the product and procedures for using the unit as a copier.
Operation Manual (Multi Access)
This manual explains the procedures for using a function while another function is in use.
NOTES:
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This copier can be used as a network laser printer. This copier can also be used as a facsimile
machine and a scanner by installing optional components. However, this manual describes
only the copier features. For description of the other features, see the separate relevant
manuals.
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All descriptions in this manual are based on the assumption that the COPY mode has been
selected (the COPY indicator is on).
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A separate KEY OPERATOR'S GUIDE is written especially for key operators. It contains the
programs and programming information that will enable the key operators to tailor functions for
maximum benefit.
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The operation procedures and the display on the operation panel vary with installation of
optional devices. The descriptions and the illustrations in this manual are mainly for the copier
without any option installed.
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No part of these manuals may be reproduced in any form without permission from Sharp
Corporation.
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We reserve the right to change the contents of these manuals without notice for purposes of
improvement.
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Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.A.
and other countries.
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IBM and PC/AT are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.
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Adobe, and Acrobat are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated.
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All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners.
Conventions used in this manual
WARNING:
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.
CAUTION:
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.
NOTE:
Notes provide information relevant to the copier regarding specifications, functions, performance,
operation and such, that may be useful to the user.
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KEY OPERATOR
Information which is relevant to key operator functions is described. The key operator must pay
close attention to these notes.
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CAUTIONS
Follow the cautions below when using this copier.
WARNING:
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The fusing area is hot. Exercise care in this area when removing misfed paper.
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Do not look directly at the light source. Doing so may damage your eyes.
CAUTION:
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The socket-outlet should be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
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Place the copier on a firm, level surface.
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Do not install the copier in a humid or dusty location.
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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.
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When moving the copier, be sure to turn the power switch off and remove the power cord from
the outlet.
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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.
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Do not drop the copier, subject it to shock or strike it against any object.
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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.
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Do not touch the photoconductive drum (green portion). Scratches or smudges on the drum will
cause dirty copies.
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Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein
may result in hazardous laser radiation exposure.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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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.
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Do not remove the cabinet, operation panel or any other covers.
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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.
"BATTERY DISPOSAL"
THIS MACHINE CONTAINS MANGANESE DIOXIDE BATTERY WHICH MUST BE DISPOSED
OF PROPERLY. CONTACT YOUR SHARP DEALER OR SERVICER FOR INSTRUCTIONS.
This product utilizes tin-lead solder, and a fluorescent lamp containing a small amount of mercury.
Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations.
For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronics
Industries Alliance: www.eia.org
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COPIER INSTALLATION
Improper installation may damage the copier. Please note the following during initial installation and
whenever the copier is moved.
CAUTION:
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:
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damp, humid, or very dusty
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exposed to direct sunlight
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poorly ventilated
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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 and disconnection.
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Be sure to connect the power cord only to a power outlet that meets the specified
voltage and current requirements (See page 97.). Also make certain the outlet is
properly grounded.
NOTE:
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.
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/m
3
) 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.
12" (30 cm)
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MAIN FEATURES
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High-speed laser copying
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First-copy time at 600 dpi is only 4.8 seconds (except when recovering from a
power save mode or immediately after power on).
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Copying speed is 20 copies/min. at 600 dpi, which lends itself for business use,
providing improvement in working efficiency.
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High-quality digital image
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High-quality copying at 600 dpi is performed.
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In addition to the automatic exposure mode, the text, text/photo, and photo
exposure modes can be adjusted in five steps.
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The photo mode copying function allow clear copying of delicate halftone
original images such as monochrome photos and color photos. These modes
are adjustable in five steps.
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Substantial copying features
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Zoom copies can be made from 25% to 400% in 1% increments at 600 dpi.
(When the RSPF is being used, the zoom copy ratio range is 50% to 200%.)
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Up to 999 copies can be made in a single run.
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Automatic two-sided copying can be performed. Paper sizes that can be used
are 11" x 17", 8-1/2 x 14", 8-1/2 x 13", 8-1/2 x 11", 8-1/2" x 11"R, A4, and A3.
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Multiple sets of copies can be sorted without the aid of a sorter and each set
can be offset from the previous set.
●
Useful special features such as erase, margin shift, 2 in 1 and 4 in 1, XY zoom,
black and white reverse, and dual page copy are available.
●
Key operator programs allow the setting or modification of functions to meet
your specific needs. Also the key operator programs allow the internal auditor
to be controlled.
A
A
AA
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1
GETTING STARTED
4
Scan once/ Print many
●
The copier is equipped with a memory buffer allowing the copier to scan an
original once and make up to 999 copies of the scanned image. This improves
workflow, reduces operating noise from the copier and reduces wear and tear
on the scanning mechanism, which provides for a higher reliability.
5
Printer features
●
This copier can be used as a network laser printer.
6
Optional features
●
A reversing single pass feeder (RSPF) allows automatic document feeding of
up to 40 two-sided originals.
●
An optional finisher allows automatic stapling of up to 30 sheets.
●
This copier can be used as a facsimile machine if an optional facsimile
expansion kit is installed.
●
This copier can be used as a network scanner if an optional network scanner
expansion kit is installed.
7
Environmentally friendly design
●
Center tray is housed in the copier for saving space.
●
Preheat and auto power shut-off modes are provided to reduce power
consumption when the machine is not in active use, and meet the ENERGY
STAR guidelines.
As an ENERGY STA R
®
Partner, SHARP has determined
that this product meets the
ENERGY STA R
®
guidelines for
energy efficiency.
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GETTING STARTED
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
Exterior
Document feeder tray (p. 26)
Hold up to 40 originals.
Original guides
Ajust to the size of the originals.
Right side cover (p. 74)
Open to remove misfed originals.
Feeding roller cover (p. 73)
Open to remove misfed originals.
Exit area
Finished originals are output here.
Platen glass (p. 24)
Place an original to be copied here.
USB interface connector
Plug a USB interface cable into this connnector.
Parallel interface connector
Plug a parallel interface cable (IEEE 1284) into
this connnector.
Power switch (p. 16)
Press to turn copier power on and off.
Handles
Use to move the copier.
Dehumidification heater switch (p. 16)
Press to turn on the heater to prevent dew
condensation inside the copier and moisture
absorption of paper.
Operation panel (p. 14)
All copier controls are located here for easy
operation.
Center tray
Finished copies are deposited in the center tray.
Front cover (p. 76)
Open to remove misfeeds and for copier
servicing.
Paper trays (p. 86)
Each tray holds 500 sheets of copy paper.
Upper exit area cover (p. 81)
Open to remove misfeeds when an optional job
separator tray kit or finisher is installed.
Side cover (p. 75)
Open to remove misfeeds.
Side cover handle (p. 75)
Pull to open the side cover.
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GETTING STARTED
Interior
Bypass tray paper guides (p. 42)
Adjust to the width of the copy paper.
Bypass tray (p. 41)
Paper including special paper (such as
transparency film) can be fed from the bypass
tray.
Bypass tray extension (p. 41)
Pull out when feeding large paper such as
8-1/2" x 11"R, 8-1/2" x 14" and 11" x 17".
Toner cartridge lock release lever (p. 90)
Use to unlock the toner cartridge.
Toner cartridge (p. 90)
Contains toner.
Roller rotating knob (p. 77)
Turn to remove misfed paper.
Photoconductive drum
Copy images are formed on the
photoconductive drum.
Fusing unit release levers (p. 78)
Lower to remove misfed paper.
WARNING:
The fusing unit is hot. Take care in
removing paper.
Paper guide (p. 79)
Open to remove misfed paper.
Accessories
Operation manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Key operator's guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Using the printer feature . . . . . . . . . . . 1
(Printer operation manual)
CD-ROM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Toner cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
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GETTING STARTED
Operation panel
COPY key and indicator (p. 84, 92)
Press to select the COPY mode.
Press and hold during standby or during warm-
up to display the total output count and the
quantity of toner remaining.
Mode keys and indicators
Use these keys when relevant optional
components are installed.
Display
Displays information to assist the operator.
BACK key
Press to return the display to the previous
screen.
Information ( ) key (p. 72)
Press to display the detailed description when
is displayed in the upper right-hand corner of
the display.
JOB STATUS key (p. 19)
Press to check the settings of selected functions
or the status of reserved output jobs.
OK key
Press to confirm the selected setting or entered
data.
Copy quantity display
Displays the specified copy quantity during
standby and displays the copy countdown as
copies are made.
Numeric keys
Use to select the desired copy quantity.
INTERRUPT ( ) key and indicator (p. 44)
Interrupts a copy run.
CLEAR ALL (CA) key (p. 17)
Clears all selected settings and returns the
copier to the initial settings.
START ( ) key and indicator
Copying is possible when the indicator is on.
Press to start copying.
EXPOSURE key (p. 34)
Use to select the exposure modes: AUTO,
TEXT, TEXT/PHOTO or PHOTO.
PAPER SELECT key (p. 24)
Use to manually select a paper tray.
COPY RATIO key (p. 38)
Press to select a reduction or enlargement copy
ratio.
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Ready to copy.
8
11
1
2
/
8
11
1
2
/
100%
AUTO
100%
AUTO
AUTO IMAGE key (p. 37)
Press for automatic copy ratio selection.
2-SIDED COPY key (p. 28)
Press to select the 1-sided to 1-sided, 1-sided to
2-sided, 2-sided to 2-sided or 2-sided to 1-sided
copy mode.
OUTPUT key (p. 49)
Press to select the sort, group or staple sort*
mode.
* To select the staple sort mode, an optional
finisher must be installed.
SPECIAL FUNCTION key
Press to select special functions.
Arrow keys
Press to move the highlighted item in the
display.
AUDIT CLEAR key (p. 21)
Press to close an open account.
Zero key
Use as part of numeric keys to enter copy
quantity.
Press during a continuous copy run to display
the number of copies completed in the current
run.
PROGRAM/READ-END key (p. 50, 67)
Press to select the job memory mode.
Press to finish scanning of originals and to start
copying when copying in the sort, group or
staple sort mode from the platen glass.
CLEAR (C) key
Press to clear the copy quantity display or press
during a copy run to terminate copying.
Exposure display
Indicates the selected exposure mode.
Message display
Messages are displayed regarding copier status
and operation.
Original size display
The original paper size is displayed.
Copy ratio display
Displays the copy ratios for reductions or
enlargements.
Paper size display
Displays the selected paper size. When "AUTO"
is displayed, paper size matching the original
and copy ratio will be automatically selected.
Paper tray display
The selected paper feed location is highlighted.
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GETTING STARTED
POWER ON AND OFF
The power switch is located on the left side of the copier.
Power on
Turn the power switch to the "ON" position.
●
When the power switch is turned to the "ON" position, the message "System check." will appear in the
message display and warm-up will start. During warm-up, you can select your desired job settings
and then by pressing the START ( ) key, your job will commence when the copier comes to "Ready
to copy.". Once the copier has finished warming up, the message display will change to "Ready to
copy.", and the START ( ) key indicator will light up, indicating that copying is possible.
●
If the copier has been programmed in the auditing mode, the message "Enter your account number."
will appear after warming up. Once a valid account number has been entered, the message display
will change to "Ready to copy." and copying will be possible. See page 20.
Power off
When the copier is not used for a long time, be sure to turn it off.
Ensure that the machine is not operating and then turn the power switch to the "OFF" position.
If the power switch is turned off while the machine is operating, a misfeed may occur. Also the job that
was in progress will be totally canceled.
Dehumidification heater switch (DH POWER)
This copier is equipped with a dehumidification heater, which prevents dew condensation inside the
copier and moisture absorption of paper in the paper trays. If dew condensation occurs and causes
moisture absorption of paper, image quality may be deteriorated and paper misfeeds may occur
frequently. It is recommended that the dehumidification heater switch be left in the “ON” position in the
following cases even after the power switch is turned off.
●
In a low temperature season such as winter (When a sudden temperature change occurs, for
example, immediately after room heating is turned on, dew condensation may occur.)
●
In a high temperature and high humidity season such as summer or rainy season
●
In regions at a high temperature and a high humidity
NOTES:
●
When using the dehumidification heater, do not remove the power cord from the outlet. Doing
so will stop the heater.
●
If an optional 500-sheet paper feed unit or 2x500-sheet paper feed unit is installed, the heater
in the unit will also be turned on when the dehumidification heater switch of the copier is turned
on.
Power on
Power off
On
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1
GETTING STARTED
Initial settings
The copier assumes the initial settings when it is first turned on, when the CLEAR ALL (CA) key is
pressed, or a preset time (auto clear time) after the last copy is made in any mode. The initial settings
that appear in the display are shown below.
●
Copy ratio: 100%
●
Exposure: Automatic
●
Auto paper selection: On
●
Paper feed station: Paper tray 1 (At power on, the previously selected paper tray will again be
selected.)
●
Copy quantity: 0
●
All special copier modes: Off
★KEY OPERATOR The auto clear time can be changed. See page 13 of the KEY OPERATOR'S
GUIDE.
Power save modes
The copier has two power save modes to reduce overall power consumption and thereby reduce the
cost of operation and to conserve natural resources to help reduce environmental pollution. The two
power save modes are preheat mode and auto power shut-off mode.
★
KEY OPERATOR
The time to enter the preheat and auto power shut-off modes have been preset at the factory to 15 min.
for the preheat mode and 30 min. for the auto power shut-off mode. These times can be changed as
described in the key operator's guide. It is suggested that you set appropriate times according to the
actual usage of the copier.
Preheat mode
The copier will enter the mode once the set time has elapsed without any copier operation after the last
copy of a run is made or power is turned on and no copier operations have been made.
When the copier enters the preheat mode, the backlight of the display will be turned off. In this condition,
the fuser in the copier is maintained at a lower heat level thereby saving power. The preheat level is,
however, high enough to allow the copier to come to a ready condition or begin copying approximately
10 seconds after any key input is made.
To copy from the preheat mode, make desired copier selections and press the START ( ) key using
the normal copying procedure.
★
KEY OPERATOR See page 14 of the KEY OPERATOR'S GUIDE for information on setting the
preheat mode.
Auto power shut-off mode
If the auto power shut-off mode is enabled, the copier will enter the mode once the set time has elapsed
without any copier operation after the last copy of a run is made or the power is first turned on and no
copier operations have been made.
When the copier enters the auto power shut-off mode, the displays and all the indicators except the
mode indicators (the COPY, PRINT, SCAN, or Fax indicator) will be turned off. In this condition, the fuser
in the copier will be turned off.
To turn the power back on, press the COPY key or another mode key that is lit. You can make desired
settings and press the START ( ) key after warm-up starts.
★KEY OPERATOR
See page 13 of the KEY OPERATOR'S GUIDE for setting the auto power shut-off
timer. See page 16 of the KEY OPERATOR'S GUIDE for enabling or disabling the auto power shut-off.
8
11
1
2
/
Ready to copy.
100%
100%
AUTO
AUTO
8
11
1
2
/
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GETTING STARTED
FUNCTION ICONS
The following function icons will be indicated on the setting screen of each copier function.
2-sided copy mode:
Output mode:
Margin shift:
2 in 1 / 4 in 1:
One-sided to two-sided
copying
Two-sided to two-sided
copying
Two-sided to one-sided
copying
Sort mode
Staple sort mode
Group mode
Right
Down
Left
2 in 1
4 in 1
Erase:
Dual page copy:
B/W reverse:
Edge erase
Center erase
Edge + Center erase
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GETTING STARTED
FUNCTION REVIEW
The current settings of copier functions that have been selected can be viewed in the display.
●
The XY ZOOM and TRANSPARENCY functions cannot be viewed on the function review screen.
1
Press the JOB STATUS key.
●
The review screen will appear.
2
Use the and keys to select a function.
●
The setting for the selected function will appear in the display.
●
The settings of the 2-sided copy mode (1-sided to 1-sided, etc.), output mode, and
special functions can be displayed. Exposure, paper size, and copy ratio settings which
are normally displayed on the basic screen cannot be displayed on the review screen.
3
To exit the review screen, press the BACK key.
●
The display will return to the basic screen.
DUAL PAGE COPY
FUNCTION REVIEW
8
11
1
2
/
Ready to copy.
100%
100%
AUTO
AUTO
8
11
1
2
/
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GETTING STARTED
AUDITING ACCOUNTS
If this copier has been programmed in the auditing mode, it will not perform copier functions until an
assigned 5-digit account number has been entered.
★ KEY OPERATOR See page 17 of the KEY OPERATOR'S GUIDE for setting the auditing mode.
How to copy in the auditing mode
If the copier has been programmed in the auditing mode, the following message will appear in the
display in place of the normal initial conditions display.
1
Enter your account number using the numeric keys.
●
As each digit is entered, the dashes in the display will change to asterisks.
●
After the number is entered, the following message will appear in the display.
●
The message will be displayed for several seconds, then change to the following
message.
Enter your account
number.
ACCOUNT #:
100%
100%
AUTO
AUTO
COPIES MADE:000,000
8
11
1
2
/
8
11
1
2
/
Ready to copy.
100%
100%
AUTO
AUTO
8
11
1
2
/
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1
GETTING STARTED
2
When copying is completed, press the AUDIT CLEAR key.
NOTE:
If an unassigned number is entered, "Enter your account number." will appear again in the
display, indicating that the number was not accepted.
When the key operator program for account number security has been set and unassigned
numbers are entered three successive times, the copier will not accept another number for one
minute, and the following message will appear.
★KEY OPERATOR See page 19 of the KEY OPERATOR'S GUIDE for account number
security.
Please see your
key operator for
assistance.
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GETTING STARTED
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2
CHAPTER 2
MAKING COPIES
This chapter describes the basic copying functions such as normal
copying, reduction or enlargement, and exposure adjustments.
Page
●
COPYING FROM THE PLATEN GLASS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
●
COPYING FROM THE RSPF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
About reversing single pass feeder (RSPF). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Using the RSPF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
●
TWO-SIDED COPYING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Two-sided copies from one-sided originals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Two-sided copies from two-sided originals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
One-sided copies from two-sided originals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
●
EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
●
REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Automatic selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Manual selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
●
ROTATION COPYING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
●
BYPASS FEED (special paper) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Acceptable paper for copying from the bypass tray. . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Copying from the bypass tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
●
INTERRUPTING A COPY RUN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
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MAKING COPIES
COPYING FROM THE
PLATEN GLASS
The basic copying procedure is described below.
●
Image loss (max. 5/32" (4 mm)) can occur at the leading and trailing edges of the copies. Also image
loss (max. 1/8" (3 mm)) can occur along the other edges of the copies.
NOTE:
If the copier has been programmed in the auditing mode, enter a 5-digit account number.
See page 20.
1
Place an original face down on the platen glass and align it with the
original size scale.
●
The detected original size will be indicated in the display.
NOTE:
If the original size cannot be detected, the original size can be entered as follows. Press the
SPECIAL FUNCTION key. Use the and keys to select "ORIG. SIZE ENTER" and then press
the OK key. Use the and key to select "AB" or "INCH" and use the and keys to select the
desired original size. Press the OK key.
2
Close the platen cover.
●
Paper matching the size of the original will be automatically selected when the auto
paper select function has been enabled. To copy onto paper of a different size, press the
PAPER SELECT key.
●
Paper of the different orientation may be selected if the auto paper select or auto image
function has been selected. In this case, the image of the original will be rotated and
copied. See page 40.
★KEY OPERATOR The auto paper select function can be disabled using a key operator
program. If this function is disabled, use the PAPER SELECT key to select the desired
paper tray. See page 15 of the KEY OPERATOR'S GUIDE.
SPECIAL FUNCTION
SPECIAL MODES
ORIG. SIZE ENTER
PAPER SIZE SET
DISPLAY CONTRAST
ORIG. SIZE ENTER
11 17
8
14
1
2
/
8
13
1
2
/
INCH
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MAKING COPIES
3
Ensure that the desired paper tray is selected.
4
Set the number of copies using the numeric keys.
●
A single copy can be made even when "0" is displayed.
●
Press the CLEAR (C) key to clear an entry if a mistake is made.
5
Press the START ( ) key.
●
The number in the copy quantity display will decrease by 1 each time a copy is made.
●
To repeat the same copy sequence for a different original, simply replace the original and
press the START ( ) key.
●
Press the CLEAR (C) key to stop copying in the middle of a run.
NOTES:
●
When copying a book or an original which has been folded or a crumpled original, press down
lightly on the RSRF. This will reduce shadow lines caused by uneven contact between the
original and the platen glass.
●
The capacity of the center tray is 500 sheets (400 sheets for 11" x 17", 8-1/2" x 14", A3, and B4
sizes). When the offset function is turned on, a maximum of 350 sheets can be loaded. When
the number of copies output reaches this limit, copying will stop and the START ( ) key
indicator will go out. Remove the copies from the center tray and press the START ( ) key to
resume copying.
Ready to copy.
100%
100%
AUTO
AUTO
8
11
1
2
/
8
11
1
2
/
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MAKING COPIES
COPYING FROM THE RSPF
About reversing single pass feeder (RSPF)
The reversing single pass feeder (RSPF) hold up to 40 originals each for automatic document feeding.
If the RSPF is being used, two-sided originals can be copied automatically without having to manually
turn them over.
Acceptable originals
Up to 40 originals ranging from 5-1/2" x 8-1/2" to 11" x 17" and from 15 lbs. to 23 lbs. can be used.
The total aggregate thickness must not exceed 5/32".
NOTES:
●
Be sure to remove any staples or paper clips from the originals.
●
Before placing curled or wavy originals into the document feeder tray, be sure to flatten them. If
not, original misfeeds may result.
●
For best feeding of originals which have binding holes punched into them, insert them so that
the holes are positioned to the right or along the original guides. In this case the settings for
margin shift may need to be changed. See page 51.
Unacceptable originals
The following types of paper cannot be used as originals:
●
Special papers including transparency film, photographs, and tracing paper
●
Damaged or crumpled originals
●
Paper with multiple punched holes (paper with two or three holes can be used)
●
5-1/2" x 8-1/2" size originals cannot be used in the 2-sided to 1-sided or 2-sided to 2-sided mode.
Using the RSPF
1
Ensure that no original is left on the platen glass.
2
Adjust the original guides to the size of the originals.
Stream feeding mode
If the stream feeding mode has been enabled using a key operator program, the message "Set
originals for stream feeding." will appear for approximately 5 seconds after feeding of all originals is
completed. While this message is displayed, any new originals placed in the RSPF will be fed and
copied automatically.
★KEY OPERATOR See page 10 of the KEY OPERATOR'S GUIDE for information on setting the
stream feeding mode.
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MAKING COPIES
3
Set the originals face up in the document feeder tray.
●
The original size will be indicated in the display, and the paper tray with the
corresponding paper size will be automatically selected.
★KEY OPERATOR The auto paper select function can be disabled using a key operator
program. If this function has been disabled, use the PAPER SELECT key to select the
desired paper tray. See page 15 of the KEY OPERATOR'S GUIDE.
●
To copy onto a different size paper, use the PAPER SELECT key to make the selection.
4
Ensure that the one-sided to one-sided copying mode is selected.
●
When no icon indicating a 2-sided copy mode is displayed, the one-sided to one-sided
copying mode is selected.
5
Set the number of copies and press the START ( ) key.
●
Press the CLEAR (C) key to stop copying in the middle of a run.
Ready to copy.
100%
100%
AUTO
AUTO
8
11
1
2
/
8
11
1
2
/
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MAKING COPIES
TWO-SIDED COPYING
Two-sided copies can be made by manually placing originals on the platen glass as described in the
procedure below. Fully automatic two-sided copies can be made from one-sided originals. Additionally,
fully automatic two-sided copying of two-sided originals or one-sided copying of two-sided originals can
be made.
NOTES:
●
Paper sizes that can be used are 8-1/2" x 11", 8-1/2" x 11"R, 8-1/2" x 13", 8-1/2" x 14", 11" x
17", A5, B5, B5R, A4, A4R, B4, and A3.
●
The image for the second side can be rotated 180° top to bottom to allow tablet type binding.
Two-sided copies from one-sided originals
Using the RSPF
●
Paper sizes that can be used in the duplex copy mode are 8-1/2"x 11", 8-1/2" x 11"R, 8-1/2" x 13", 8-
1/2" x 14", and 11" x 17" (A5, B5, B5R, A4, A4R, B4, and A3).
1
Ensure that no original is left on the platen glass. Adjust the original
guides to the size of the originals and set the originals face up in the
document feeder tray.
●
If an uneven number of originals are set, the last copy will be one-sided.
2
Press the 2-SIDED COPY key.
●
The 2-sided copy mode selection screen will appear.
COPY MODE
1 to 1
1 to 2
2 to 2
1
2
2
2
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2
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3
Use the and keys to select one-sided to two-sided copying.
●
Also the 2-SIDED COPY key can be used to select a 2-sided copy mode.
4
Use the or key to select binding change if desired. Then, press
the OK key.
●
The image of one side can be rotated 180º using the image rotation feature. This feature
can be useful depending on the orientation of the original image and the desired binding
position.
5
Set the number of copies and press the START ( ) key.
●
Press the CLEAR (C) key to stop copying in the middle of a run.
Using the platen glass
1
Place the first original face down on the platen glass and close the
RSPF.
COPY MODE
1 to 1
1 to 2
2 to 2
BINDING CHANGE OFF
1
2
2
2
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MAKING COPIES
2
Press the 2-SIDED COPY key.
●
The 2-sided copy mode selection screen will appear.
3
Use the and keys to select one-sided to two-sided copying.
●
Also the 2-SIDED COPY key can be used to select a 2-sided copy mode.
4
Use the or key to select binding change if desired. Then, press the
OK key.
5
Ensure that the desired paper tray is selected.
●
Paper sizes that can be used in the 2-sided copy mode are 8-1/2" x 11", 8-1/2" x 11"R,
8-1/2" x 13", 8-1/2" x 14", 11" x 17", A5, B5, B5R, A4, A4R, B4, and A3.
●
Neither the bypass tray nor 5-1/2" x 8-1/2" paper can be used for duplex copying.
6
Set the number of copies and press the START ( ) key.
COPY MODE
1 to 1
1 to 2
COPY MODE
BINDING CHANGE OFF
1 to 1
1 to 2
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MAKING COPIES
7
Place the second original face down on the platen glass and press the
START ( ) key again.
●
To stop a copy run during duplex copying, press the CLEAR (C) key.
●
To cancel the 2-sided copy mode, press the 2-SIDED COPY key, select the one-sided to
one-sided mode, and press the OK key.
●
If an uneven number of originals are being copied, press the READ-END key after the
last original is scanned. The last copy will be output single-sided.
Two-sided copies from two-sided originals
(Only when a RSPF is being used.)
●
Paper sizes that can be used in the 2-sided copy mode are 8-1/2" x 11", 8-1/2" x 11"R, 8-1/2" x 13",
8-1/2" x 14", 11" x 17", A5, B5, B5R, A4, A4R, B4, and A3.
1
Ensure that no original is left on the platen glass. Adjust the original
guides to the size of the originals and set the originals face up in the
document feeder tray.
●
5-1/2" x 8-1/2" size originals cannot be used.
2
Press the 2-SIDED COPY key.
●
The 2-sided copy mode selection screen will appear.
COPY MODE
1 to 1
1 to 2
2 to 2
1
2
2
2
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3
Use the and keys to select two-sided to two-sided copying and
press the OK key.
●
Also the 2-SIDED COPY key can be used to select a 2-sided copy mode.
4
Set the number of copies and press the START ( ) key.
●
Be sure not to touch the originals as they move on the reversing tray. This may cause
misfeeds.
One-sided copies from two-sided originals
(Only when a RSPF is being used.)
1
Ensure that no original is left on the platen glass. Adjust the original
guides to the size of the originals and set the originals face up in the
document feeder tray.
●
5-1/2" x 8-1/2" size originals cannot be used.
COPY MODE
1 to 1
1 to 2
2 to 2
1
2
2
2
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2
MAKING COPIES
2
Press the 2-SIDED COPY key.
●
The 2-sided copy mode selection screen will appear.
3
Use the and keys to select two-sided to one-sided copying.
4
Use the or key to select binding change if desired. Then, press the
OK key.
●
The image of one side can be rotated 180º using the image rotation feature. This feature
can be useful depending on the orientation of the original image and the desired binding
position.
5
Set the number of copies and press the START ( ) key.
●
Press the CLEAR (C) key to stop copying in the middle of a run.
●
Be sure not to touch the originals as they move on the reversing tray. This may cause
misfeeds.
COPY MODE
1 to 1
1 to 2
2 to 2
1
2
2
2
COPY MODE
2
1
2
2
2
1
1 to 2
2 to 2
2 to 1
BINDING CHANGE OFF
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EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT
This copier has four exposure modes to choose from: AUTO, TEXT, TEXT/PHOTO, and PHOTO.
Auto
This is the standard initial setting for this copier. In this mode, the characteristics of an original being
copied are "read" by the exposure system, and exposure adjustments are made automatically. This
optimizes the contrast of the copied images by reducing the effect of colored or shaded background
areas.
Text, text/photo, and photo
Text mode: This mode is useful for enhancing very low density areas of an original or suppressing
unusually high-density background areas.
Text/photo mode: This mode provides the best balance for copying an original which contains both
text and photos. This mode is also useful for copying printed photographs.
Photo mode: This mode is good for copying photographs with fine details.
1
Press the EXPOSURE key.
●
The exposure adjustment screen will appear.
2
Use the and keys to select "TEXT", "TEXT/PHOTO" or "PHOTO"
depending on the type of original to be copied.
●
Also the EXPOSURE key can be used to select an exposure mode.
100%
100%
AUTO
EXPOSURE
TEXT
TEXT/PHOTO
AUTO
AUTO
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MAKING COPIES
3
Use the and keys to adjust the copy density as desired.
●
Copy density cannot be adjusted manually in the AUTO exposure mode.
4
Press the OK key.
●
To return to the AUTO mode, press the EXPOSURE key, use the and key to select
"AUTO", and press the OK key.
EXPOSURE
AUTO
TEXT/PHOTO
AUTO
TEXT
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MAKING COPIES
REDUCTION/
ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM
Reduction and enlargement ratios can be selected either automatically with the AUTO IMAGE key or
manually with the COPY RATIO key. The zoom function enables precise copy ratio selection from 25%
to 400% in 1% increments.
NOTE:
When using the RSPF, the zoom range is 50% to 200%.
Automatic selection
●
When the auto image function is enabled, the reduction or enlargement ratio cannot be selected
manually.
1
Place an original on the platen glass and close the platen cover.
●
The original size will be automatically detected and indicated in the display. If the original
is a non-standard size, it cannot be detected. In this case, press the SPECIAL
FUNCTION key to enter the original size. See page 24.
2
Use the PAPER SELECT key to select the paper tray with the desired
paper size.
●
This feature will not work when copy paper of non-standard size is used.
Document feeder tray
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MAKING COPIES
3
Press the AUTO IMAGE key.
●
The copy ratio will be automatically set.
●
If the original and the selected copy paper are not in the same orientation, the image will
be automatically rotated to match the copy paper. However, if enlargement is selected for
copying onto a paper size larger than 8-1/2" x 11" (A4), the image will not be rotated. In
this case a message indicating "Image edge loss" will appear.
★
KEY OPERATOR Rotation of the image can be disabled using a key operator program.
See page 10 of the KEY OPERATOR'S GUIDE.
●
If the message "Image edge loss" is displayed, part of the original image may not be
copied.
4
Enter the number of copies and press the START ( ) key.
●
To cancel the automatic reduction/enlargement mode, press the AUTO IMAGE key
again.
●
When copying from a RSPF, the automatic reduction/enlargement feature will be
effective only for the current copy run.
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MAKING COPIES
Manual selection
1
Place an original on the platen glass and close the platen cover.
2
Press the COPY RATIO key.
●
The copy ratio adjustment screen will appear.
3
Use the and keys to select a preset copy ratio or use the and
keys to select a zoom ratio.
A.Preset reduction ratios are: 95%, 77%, 64%, 50%, and 25%.
B.Preset enlargement ratios are: 121%, 129%, 141%, 200%, and 400%.
C.Zoom ratios: Any ratio from 25% to 400% can be set, in 1% increments. Use the
and keys to set the approximate ratio, then press the key to decrease the ratio
or the key to increase the ratio.
●
To decrease or increase the zoom ratio rapidly, press and hold down the or key.
However the value will stop at the preset reduction or enlargement ratios. To move
beyond these ratios, release the key and then press and hold it down again.
D.Same-size reset: Press the or key repeatedly until the copy ratio returns to
100%.
NOTE:
If the COPY RATIO key is pressed, the copy ratio will be reset to 100%.
Document feeder tray
95%
ZOOM
AUTO
COPY RATIO
121%
100%
100%
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MAKING COPIES
4
Press the OK key.
●
The display will return to the basic screen.
5
Ensure that the desired paper tray is selected.
●
If the auto paper select function has been enabled, the appropriate copy paper size will
have been automatically selected based on the original size and the selected copy ratio.
●
If the auto paper select function has been disabled or if copying onto a different size
paper, use the PAPER SELECT key to select the paper feed station with the desired
paper size.
6
Set the number of copies and press the START ( ) key.
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MAKING COPIES
ROTATION COPYING
If rotation of original image is enabled using a key operator program, the image of the original will rotate
when the orientation of the original does not match that of the copy paper. Rotation copying will function
only if the auto paper select mode or the auto image mode has been selected. Even if rotation of
original image is disabled using a key operator program, rotation copying will function when the 2 in 1
or 4 in 1 function is selected. However, if enlargement copying onto a paper size larger than 8-1/
2" x 11" (A4) is performed, the image cannot be rotated. In this case, the original must be rotated 90
°
.
If the margin shift feature is set, rotation copying will not function.
★KEY OPERATOR See page 10 of the KEY OPERATOR'S GUIDE for enabling/disabling rotation
copying.
Example: Copying from an 11" x 17" original onto 8-1/2" x 11" paper
1
Place an original on the platen glass and close the platen cover.
2
Use the PAPER SELECT key to select the desired tray.
3
Press the AUTO IMAGE key.
●
The appropriate copy ratio will be automatically selected for rotation copying.
4
Set the number of copies and press the START ( ) key.
NOTE:
Images of originals may also be rotated in the auto paper select mode.
Original Paper Copy
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MAKING COPIES
BYPASS FEED (special
paper)
The bypass tray must be used to feed special papers such as transparency film and labels but can also
be used to feed standard copy paper.
Acceptable paper for copying from the bypass
tray
* For paper weighing from 28 to 34 lbs., 8-1/2" x 11" is the maximum size that can be fed through the
bypass tray.
**Do not use envelopes that have metal clasps, plastic snappers, string closures, windows, linings, self-
adhesive patches or synthetic materials. These will cause physical damage to the copier.
●
For best results, use only paper recommended by SHARP.
●
Special papers except SHARP recommended transparency film, labels, and envelopes must be fed
one sheet at a time through the bypass tray. Up to 40 sheets of SHARP recommended transparency
film and labels can be set at one time. Up to 5 envelopes can be set at one time.
●
When feeding two or three hole prepunched paper, load the paper so that the punched edge is not
positioned in the feed slot.
Copying from the bypass tray
1
Unfold the bypass tray.
●
When feeding 8-1/2" x 11"R, 8-1/2" x 14" or 11" x 17" sized paper, extend the bypass tray
to support the paper.
Size Weight Capacity (21 lb. bond
paper)
Special paper
Ordinary paper: 5-1/2" x 8-1/2"
to 11" x 17"
14 lbs. to 34 lbs.*
(Ordinary paper)
100 sheets Transparency
film, labels,
envelopes**
Envelopes: Commercial 10
(4-1/8" x 9-1/2"), International
DL (110 x 220 mm),
International C5 (162 x 229 mm)
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MAKING COPIES
2
Set the paper guides to the copy paper width.
3
Insert the copy paper (print face down) all the way into the bypass
tray.
●
For the number of sheets which can be loaded into the tray, see the previous page.
●
When adding paper, first remove any paper remaining in the tray, combine it with the
paper to be added and then reload as a single stack. The paper to be added must be the
same size and type as the paper already in the tray.
●
When loading envelopes, make sure that they are straight and flat and do not have
loosely glued construction flaps (not the closure flap).
4
Press the PAPER SELECT key to select the bypass tray.
NOTE:
When copying onto paper that is fed from the bypass tray, the print start position in the vertical
direction can be adjusted as follows. Press the SPECIAL FUNCTION key. Use the and key to
select "EXTRA IMAGE ADJ." and then press the OK key. Use the and key to adjust the print
start position to the front (+) or to the rear (-). Press the OK key. The position can be adjusted
from -0.5 inch to +0.5 inch in 0.02 inch increments.
This feature can be used only for extra size paper (indicated as "EXTRA" in the display) placed in
the bypass tray and cannot be used for standard size paper.
SPECIAL FUNCTION
ORIG. SIZE ENTER
PAPER SIZE SET
DISPLAY CONTRAST
EXTRA IMAGE ADJ.
EXTRA IMAGE ADJ.
(-0.5~+0.5)
0.00
inch
:TO FRONT (+)
:TO REAR (-)
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2
MAKING COPIES
5
Set the number of copies and press the START ( ) key.
NOTE:
The bypass tray can be used to copy onto the two sides of paper manually.
When copying the second original, be sure to turn over the copy of the first original left to right
and place it into the bypass tray as shown in the illustration.
Second original
Copy of first original
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MAKING COPIES
INTERRUPTING A COPY RUN
INTERRUPT is used to interrupt a long copy run so that another job can be done.
●
Two-sided and 2 in 1/ 4 in 1 copying jobs cannot be interrupted.
●
Two-sided copying, sort, group, staple sort, job programs and 2 in 1/ 4 in 1 cannot be selected for
interrupt copying. Key operator programs cannot be used in the interrupt mode.
1
Press the INTERRUPT ( ) key.
●
If INTERRUPT is pressed during copying from the platen glass, the copier will stop and
return to the initial settings after the copy in progress has been completed.
●
If INTERRUPT is pressed during copying when a RSPF is being used, the copier will
stop after completing copying of any original which has been fed by the RSPF.
●
If this copier has been programmed in the auditing mode, the account number entry
message will appear. Enter your account number using the numeric keys. The number of
copies of the interrupt copying will be accumulated against this account number. See
page 20.
2
When the copier stops, remove the original(s) of the current job and
set an original for interrupt copying.
3
Select the desired available copier functions.
4
Set the number of copies and press the START ( ) key.
●
The interrupt copies will be offset from the previous copies unless the offset function is
disabled.
★KEY OPERATOR See page 11 of the KEY OPERATOR'S GUIDE for the offset function.
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2
MAKING COPIES
5
When all INTERRUPT copies are finished, press the INTERRUPT ( )
key again to cancel the INTERRUPT mode, and remove the original
used for interrupt copying.
●
All settings for the interrupted job will be automatically restored.
6
Replace the original(s) for the interrupted job and press the START
( ) key to resume copying.
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MAKING COPIES
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3
CHAPTER 3
SPECIAL FUNCTIONS
This chapter describes special copying functions including various
image editing functions.
Page
●
SORT/GROUP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Copying in the sort or group mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
●
MARGIN SHIFT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
●
ERASE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
●
DUAL PAGE COPY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
●
2 IN 1 OR 4 IN 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
●
B/W REVERSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
●
XY ZOOM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
●
TRANSPARENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
●
JOB MEMORY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Storing a job program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Deleting a job program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Recalling a job program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
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SPECIAL FUNCTIONS
SORT/GROUP
The copier has two sorter modes for different copying jobs: one sorts copies into sets matching the
sequence of the originals and the second groups copies by originals.
Sort mode
Sets of copies will be sequentially delivered to the center tray.
Group mode
Multiple copies of each original will be grouped in the center tray.
Copying in the sort or group mode
When copying from the platen glass in the sort or group mode or from the document feeder tray in the
group mode, original images will be stored in the copier memory each time an original is scanned and
copying will start after all originals have been scanned. However, if originals are set in the document
feeder tray and the sort mode is selected, copying will start immediately after the first original is
scanned.
1
Place an original on the platen glass or in the document feeder tray.
●
If originals are placed in the document feeder tray, the sort mode will be automatically
selected. This setting, however, can be canceled using a key operator program.
1
2
3
3
2
1
3
2
1
3
2
1
1
2
3
3
3
3
2
2
2
1
1
1
Document feeder tray
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3
SPECIAL FUNCTIONS
2
Press the OUTPUT key.
●
The output mode selection screen will appear.
3
Use the and keys to select the desired output mode and press the
OK key.
●
Also the OUTPUT key can be used to select an output mode.
4
Make all other desired copier selections and press the START ( )
key.
●
If originals have been set in a RSPF in step 1, copying will start. If an original has been
set on the platen glass, proceed to the next step.
5
Replace the finished original with the next original and press the
START ( ) key after it lights up. Repeat this step until all originals
have been scanned.
●
If the non-sort mode has been selected in step 3, copying will start each time the START
( ) key is pressed.
SORT
NO SORT
SORT
GROUP
3
1
2
1
1
1
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SPECIAL FUNCTIONS
6
After all originals have been scanned, press the READ-END key.
●
Copying will start.
●
If the memory becomes full of scanned original image data, a warning message will
appear. Press the START ( ) key to start copying the data in memory or the CLEAR
ALL (CA) key to cancel copying.
●
The memory can be extended to a maximum of 272 MB to increase the capacity for
storing image data by adding commercially available memory modules. Please contact
your service center for details.
Offset stack
If the offset stack mode is enabled using a key operator program, each copy set will be offset by
approximately 1 inch (25 mm) from the previous set. When copying in the sort mode, collated sets of
copies will be made and each collated set of copies produced will be stacked offset from the previous
set in the center tray. When copying in the group mode, groups of multiple copies from the same
original will be made and each group produced will be stacked offset from the previous group in the
center tray.
If the offset stack mode is disabled, copies will not be offset.
The offset stack mode is enabled in the factory default setting.
★KEY OPERATOR See page 11 of the KEY OPERATOR'S GUIDE for the offset function.
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SPECIAL FUNCTIONS
MARGIN SHIFT
The MARGIN SHIFT feature, in its initial setting, automatically shifts the text or image to increase the
margin by approximately 1/2".
●
The location of the margin to be increased can be selected at the left edge, the right edge or the top
edge of the page. To select the location, see step 4 overleaf.
●
When making two-sided copies with this function, the margin on both sides will be increased in the
same way.
●
This feature cannot be used with the 2 in 1 or 4 in 1 feature and rotation copying.
●
This feature cannot be used with non-standard size copy paper.
●
The standard shift amount is 1/2", but can be changed from 1/4" to 1" in 1/4" increments.
★KEY OPERATOR The initial shift setting can be changed from 1/4" to 1" in 1/4" increments. See
page 9 of the KEY OPERATOR'S GUIDE.
1
Place an original on the platen glass or in the document feeder tray.
●
When copying from the platen glass and the margin is to be increased on the left side,
set the original face down so that the margin side is positioned to the right. If the margin
is to be increased on the right side, set the original face down so that the margin side is
positioned to the left.
●
If top is selected, set the original so that the margin to be increased is set to the rear side
of the platen glass or the document feeder tray.
2
Press the SPECIAL FUNCTION key. Then press the OK key.
●
The SPECIAL MODES screen will appear with MARGIN SHIFT highlighted.
Increased margin Increased margin
Copy
Original
AA
Copy
Original
AA
Increased
margin
Copy
Original
A
A
Document feeder tray
SPECIAL MODES
MARGIN SHIFT
ERASE
DUAL PAGE COPY
[OK]:ADJUST
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SPECIAL FUNCTIONS
3
Press the OK key.
●
The setting screen for MARGIN SHIFT will appear.
4
Use the and keys to select the shift direction and the and keys
to select the shift amount.
●
Select the shift direction from DOWN, RIGHT, and LEFT.
●
Select the shift amount from 1/4", 1/2", 3/4", and 1".
5
Press the OK key.
●
The display will return to the basic screen.
6
Make all other desired copier selections and press the START ( )
key.
●
To cancel the margin shift feature, select the margin shift feature again and select "OFF".
MARGIN SHIFT
OFF
DOWN
RIGHT
1/2 inch(1/4~1)
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SPECIAL FUNCTIONS
ERASE
This copier has an edge erase mode and a center erase mode.
●
Edge erase can be used to eliminate shadow lines around the edges of copies which appear when
thick paper or a book is used as an original.
●
Center erase can be used to eliminate the shadow produced by the bindings of bound documents.
●
Edge + center erase can be used together to eliminate both types of shadow lines.
●
The standard erase width is 1/2", but can be changed from 1/4" to 1" in 1/4" increments.
★KEY OPERATOR The initial setting of the width for edge erase and center erase can be changed.
See page 10 of the KEY OPERATOR'S GUIDE.
●
This feature cannot be used with the 2 in 1 or 4 in 1 feature.
●
If the dual page copy feature has been set, center erase and edge + center erase cannot be set.
●
This feature cannot be used with non-standard size originals.
1
Place an original on the platen glass or in the document feeder tray.
2
Press the SPECIAL FUNCTION key. Then press the OK key.
●
The SPECIAL MODES screen will appear.
3
Use the and keys to select "ERASE" and press the OK key.
●
The setting screen for ERASE will appear.
A
A
A B
A B
A B
A B
Center erase
Edge + Center erase
Edge erase
Document feeder tray
SPECIAL MODES
MARGIN SHIFT
ERASE
DUAL PAGE COPY
[OK]:ADJUST
ERASE
OFF
EDGE
CENTER
1/2 inch(1/4~1)
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4
Use the and keys to select the desired erase mode.
●
Select "EDGE", "CENTER" or "EDGE + CENTER".
5
Use the and keys to adjust the amount of erase if needed.
6
Press the OK key.
●
The display will return to the basic screen.
7
Make all other desired copier selections and press the START ( )
key.
●
To cancel the erase feature, select the erase feature again and select "OFF".
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SPECIAL FUNCTIONS
DUAL PAGE COPY
The DUAL PAGE COPY feature produces individual copies of two documents placed side by side on
the platen glass. It is especially useful when copying books and other bound documents.
●
This feature can be used in the one-sided to two-sided copying mode.
●
This feature cannot be used with the 2 in 1 / 4 in 1, center erae, edge+center erase, enlargement or
staple sort features.
●
If this feature is selected when the auto image feature has been selected, the auto image feature will
be canceled.
●
When originals are set in a RSPF, this feature cannot be selected.
1
Place the originals on the platen glass with the center of the two pages
aligned with the paper size index ( ). Close the platen cover.
●
Set the page to be copied first to the right of the paper size index mark.
2
Press the SPECIAL FUNCTION key. Then press the OK key.
●
The SPECIAL MODES screen will appear.
Original Copy
8
1
2
SPECIAL MODES
MARGIN SHIFT
ERASE
DUAL PAGE COPY
[OK]:ADJUST
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SPECIAL FUNCTIONS
3
Use the and keys to select "DUAL PAGE COPY" and press the OK
key.
●
A check mark will appear to the left of "DUAL PAGE COPY", and the display will return to
the basic screen.
4
Check to be sure that 8-1/2" x 11" sized copy paper is selected.
●
8-1/2" x 11"R paper can also be used if the auto paper select mode is selected and
rotation copying has been enabled.
5
Make all other desired copier selections and press the START ( )
key.
●
To cancel the dual page copy feature, highlight "DUAL PAGE COPY" with a check mark
on the SPECIAL MODES screen and press the OK key.
SPECIAL MODES
MARGIN SHIFT
ERASE
DUAL PAGE COPY
[OK]:OFF ON
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2 IN 1 OR 4 IN 1
The 2 in 1 or 4 in 1 feature is used to copy 2 or 4 originals, collectively in a specified order, onto one
sheet.
●
These features cannot be used with the dual page copying, XY zoom, erase or margin shift features.
●
Copies can be made with or without the border lines.
●
The order of originals which will be arranged on the copies can be selected. There are two patterns of
layout for 2 in 1 copying and four patterns of layout for 4 in 1 copying.
●
Non-standard size paper cannot be used with the 2 in 1 or 4 in 1 feature.
●
If this feature is set, the copy ratio will be automatically set and cannot be changed manually.
●
The 2 in 1 or 4 in 1 feature cannot be set for interrupt copying. While 2 in 1 or 4 in 1 is being set,
interrupt will not function.
1
Place an original on the platen glass or in the document feeder tray.
2
Use the PAPER SELECT key to select the paper tray with the desired
paper size.
4 in 1 copying
2 in 1 copying
Pattern Pattern Pattern Pattern
Pattern Pattern Pattern Pattern
Document feeder tray
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3
Press the SPECIAL FUNCTION key. Then press the OK key.
●
The SPECIAL MODES screen will appear.
4
Use the and keys to select "2in1/4in1" and press the OK key.
●
The selection screen for 2 in 1 / 4 in 1 will appear.
5
Use the and keys to select "2in1" or "4in1" and press the OK key.
●
The setting screen for 2 in 1 or 4 in 1 will appear.
6
Use the and keys to select the desired layout pattern.
●
Select the order of originals which will be arranged on the copies. For layout patterns,
see the previous page.
SPECIAL MODES
MARGIN SHIFT
ERASE
DUAL PAGE COPY
[OK]:ADJUST
2in1/4in1
-----
OFF
2in1
4in1
[OK]:CHANGE
PATTERN 1
NOBORDER
2in1
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7
Use the and keys to select a type of border line.
●
Select the solid line, broken line or no border line.
8
Press the OK key.
●
The display will return to the basic screen.
9
Make all other desired copier selections and press the START ( )
key.
●
The copy ratio will be calculated automatically.
●
If a RSPF is used, copying will start after originals are scanned.
●
If the platen glass is used, proceed to the next step.
10
Replace the finished original with the next original and press the
START ( ) key after it lights up. Repeat this step until all originals
have been scanned.
●
Copies will be output each time two originals for 2 in 1 copy or four originals for 4 in 1
copy have been scanned.
●
To start copying before scanning all originals for a copy (after only one original for 2 in 1
or three originals or less for 4 in 1 have been scanned), press the READ-END key.
●
Portions of original images may not be copied depending on the original and copy paper
sizes and the number of images to be copied onto a page.
●
Depending on the number of originals and the orientation of the originals and copy paper,
the image of originals may be rotated.
●
To cancel the 2 in 1 / 4 in 1 feature, select the 2 in 1 / 4 in 1 feature again and select
"OFF".
PATTERN 1
BORDER
2in1
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B/W REVERSE
The B/W REVERSE feature is used to reverse black and white areas.
●
When the B/W REVERSE feature is selected, the exposure mode will be automatically set to the
TEXT mode. Other exposure modes cannot be selected. Even if this feature is canceled, the TEXT
mode will not automatically be canceled.
1
Place an original on the platen glass or in the document feeder tray.
2
Press the SPECIAL FUNCTION key. Then press the OK key.
●
The SPECIAL MODES screen will appear.
3
Use the and keys to select "B/W REVERSE" and press the OK key.
●
A check mark will appear to the left of "B/W REVERSE", and the display will return to the
basic screen.
Original Copy
Document feeder tray
SPECIAL MODES
MARGIN SHIFT
ERASE
DUAL PAGE COPY
[OK]:ADJUST
SPECIAL MODES
2in1/4in1
XY ZOOM
B/W REVERSE
[OK]:OFF ON
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4
Make all other desired copier selections and press the START ( )
key.
●
To cancel the B/W reverse feature, highlight "B/W REVERSE" with a check mark on the
SPECIAL MODES screen and press the OK key.
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SPECIAL FUNCTIONS
XY ZOOM
The XY ZOOM feature allows the horizontal and vertical copy ratios to be changed independently.
Example: Reduction only in the horizontal direction
●
This feature cannot be used with the 2 in 1 or 4 in 1 feature.
●
To use the XY ZOOM feature with the DUAL PAGE COPY feature, set the DUAL PAGE COPY
feature first and then the XY ZOOM feature. (Enlargement cannot be set.)
●
The copy ratios can be set from 25% to 400%.
NOTE:
When using the RSPF, the zoom range is 50% to 200%.
●
If the AUTO IMAGE function has been set, the XY ZOOM feature cannot be set. If the XY ZOOM
feature is set, the AUTO IMAGE function cannot be set.
1
Place an original on the platen glass or in the document feeder tray.
2
Press the SPECIAL FUNCTION key. Then press the OK key.
●
The SPECIAL MODES screen will appear.
Original Copy
Document feeder tray
SPECIAL MODES
MARGIN SHIFT
ERASE
DUAL PAGE COPY
[OK]:ADJUST
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3
SPECIAL FUNCTIONS
3
Use the and keys to select "XY ZOOM" and press the OK key.
●
The setting screen for XY ZOOM will appear. The copy ratio in the horizontal direction
will be highlighted.
4
Use the , , , and keys to change the copy ratio in the horizontal
direction.
●
Use the and keys to set the approximate ratio, then press the key to decrease the
ratio or key to increase the ratio.
5
Press the key.
●
The copy ratio in the vertical direction will be highlighted.
6
Use the , , , and keys to change the copy ratio in the vertical
direction.
●
To change the copy ratio in the horizontal direction again, press the key.
XY ZOOM
ZOOM
X: 100%
Y: 100%
[]:X Y
121%
100%
95%
XY ZOOM
[]:X Y
121%
100%
95%
ZOOM
X: 121%
Y: 100%
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7
Press the OK key.
●
The display will return to the basic screen.
8
Ensure that the desired paper tray is selected.
●
If the auto paper select function has been enabled, the appropriate copy paper size will
have been automatically selected based on the original size and the selected copy ratios.
Image rotation may occur.
9
Make all other desired copier selections and press the START ( )
key.
●
To cancel the XY zoom feature, press the COPY RATIO key. A confirmation display will
appear. Select "OFF" and press the OK key. Set the copy ratio again if needed. If you
select "ADJUST" and press the OK key, the copy ratio for XY ZOOM can be set.
Ready to copy.
X121% Y 99%
AUTO
AUTO
8
14
1
2
/
8
11R
1
2
/
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TRANSPARENCY
The TRANSPARENCY feature is used to copy onto transparency film.
●
When copying onto transparency film, use this feature to obtain better copy quality. When this feature
is selected, the bypass tray will be automatically selected and "TRANSPARENCY" will appear in the
paper size display.
●
This feature cannot be used with duplex copying or staple sort copying.
●
Recommended transparency film is SF-85A.
1
Place an original on the platen glass or in the document feeder tray.
2
Press the SPECIAL FUNCTION key. Then press the OK key.
●
The SPECIAL MODES screen will appear.
3
Use the and keys to select "TRANSPARENCY" and press the OK
key.
●
A check mark will appear to the left of "TRANSPARENCY", and the display will return to
the basic screen.
Document feeder tray
SPECIAL MODES
MARGIN SHIFT
ERASE
DUAL PAGE COPY
[OK]:ADJUST
SPECIAL MODES
XY ZOOM
B/W REVERSE
TRANSPARENCY
[OK]:OFF ON
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4
Load transparency film into the bypass tray.
●
Load transparency film one sheet at a time in the portrait orientation.
5
Make all other desired copier selections and press the START ( )
key.
●
To cancel the transparency feature, highlight "TRANSPARENCY" with a check mark on
the SPECIAL MODES screen and press the OK key.
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JOB MEMORY
Nine frequently used job programs can be stored in each of nine storage registers. This is convenient
for quick job recall without losing time manually reprogramming each aspect of a job.
●
The following functions cannot be stored in the job memory: copy quantity, original size, document
station (platen glass or document feeder tray), paper size, interrupt, extra image adjustment.
●
If any function which has been stored in a job program is modified by a key operator program, the key
operator settings will supercede the previous setting.
●
The job memory feature cannot be used in the interrupt copy mode.
★KEY OPERATOR Job memory replacement/deletion can be prohibited. See page 15 of the KEY
OPERATOR'S GUIDE.
Storing a job program
1
Make all copier selections to be stored.
2
Press the PROGRAM key.
●
The JOB PROGRAMS screen will appear.
3
Use the and keys to select "STORE" and press the OK key.
●
The STORE JOB PROGRAM screen will appear.
●
To cancel the job memory mode, press the BACK key or the CLEAR ALL (CA) key.
JOB PROGRAMS
RECALL
STORE
DELETE
STORE JOB PROGRAM
123
456
789
[10-key]:SELECT
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4
Select a program number from 1 to 9 using the numeric keys.
●
A screen indicating that the settings have been stored will appear and then the display
will return to the basic screen.
●
The numbers with a check mark are program numbers which already contain job
programs. If a program number containing a job program is entered, the message
"Storage number selected is already used. Replace it?" will appear to confirm the
selection. To replace an existing program with the new program, select "YES" with the
and keys and press the OK key.
●
If the existing program is not to be replaced, select "NO" with the and keys, press the
OK key, and select another register number.
Deleting a job program
1
Press the PROGRAM key.
●
The JOB PROGRAMS screen will appear.
2
Use the and keys to select "DELETE" and press the OK key.
●
The DELETE JOB PROGRAM screen will appear.
●
To cancel the job memory mode, press the BACK key or the CLEAR ALL (CA) key.
JOB PROGRAMS
RECALL
STORE
DELETE
DELETE JOB PROGRAM
123
456
789
[10-key]:SELECT
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SPECIAL FUNCTIONS
3
Select a program number from 1 to 9 using the numeric keys.
●
The numbers with a check mark are program numbers which contain job programs. If a
checked number is entered, the message "Delete job program?" will appear to confirm
the selection to delete the program. To delete the program, select "YES" with the and
keys and press the OK key.
●
If "NO" is selected, the previous screen will reappear.
Recalling a job program
1
Press the PROGRAM key.
●
The JOB PROGRAMS screen will appear with RECALL highlighted.
2
Press the OK key.
●
The RECALL JOB PROGRAM screen will appear.
JOB PROGRAMS
RECALL
STORE
DELETE
RECALL JOB PROGRAM
123
456
789
[10-key]:SELECT
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SPECIAL FUNCTIONS
3
Select a program number from 1 to 9 using the numeric keys.
●
The numbers with a check mark are program numbers which contain job programs. If a
checked number is entered, the settings for that job program will be recalled and the
display will return to the basic screen.
●
The recalled settings may be modified for a particular job run, but any changes made will
not be stored in the job memory. To store the new settings, follow the "Storing a job
program" procedure.
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4
CHAPTER 4
COPIER TROUBLE?
This chapter describes how to remove misfed paper and how to remedy
minor problems.
Page
●
STATUS MESSAGES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
●
MISFEED REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Misfeed in the RSPF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Misfeed in the bypass tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Misfeed in the copier. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Misfeed in the center tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Misfeed in the upper paper tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Misfeed in the lower paper tray. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Misfeed in the upper exit area. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
●
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
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STATUS MESSAGES
If any of the following messages appears in the display, carry out the prescribed remedy.
Message Remedy
(Maintenance icon)
Maintenance required
soon.
Service by an authorized SHARP service technician will be
required soon. Contact your service center as soon as possible.
(This message will be displayed if the information key is
pressed when the information ( ) icon is displayed.)
Maintenance required.
Call for service.
Normal maintenance service by an authorized SHARP service
technician is needed. Contact your service center.
Call for service. A malfunction has occurred which cannot be corrected by the
key operator. Contact your authorized SHARP service center
for service.
(Toner cartridge
replacement required icon)
Toner is low.
Replacement of the toner cartridge will be needed soon. (This
message will be displayed if the information key is pressed
when the information ( ) icon is displayed.) See page 90.
Check the toner cartridge. Check to see if the toner cartridge has been installed properly.
Can not continue.
Remove paper from the
center tray.
The number of copies on the center tray has reached the limit.
Remove the copies from the center tray.
Please check paper in paper
tray<✼>.
Check to see if copy paper has been loaded properly.
Load <✼✼> paper into
tray <✼>. Or cancel job and
change the paper size setting.
The paper size specified for the tray is different from the actual
size. See page 86.
Selected paper tray is out of
service.
Contact your authorized SHARP service center for service.
Check stapler or staple jam. Staples become jammed or the staple box is not installed
properly (when an optional finisher is installed). Check the
staple box. See page 108 for staple jam removal. Contact your
authorized SHARP service center for service.
Please remove paper
from the stapler compiler.
Paper is left in the stapler compiler. Remove it. See page 110.
<✼>: paper tray number
<✼✼>: paper size to be set
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MISFEED REMOVAL
When a misfeed occurs, the copier will stop. The message "Clear paper path." will appear in the display
along with an illustration showing paper misfeed locations.
●
If paper becomes accidentally torn during removal, be sure to remove all pieces. Be careful not to
damage the photoconductive drum.
●
For misfeeds in optional equipment, see their respective sections of the operation manual.
★KEY OPERATOR If the backlight change of the display is enabled using a key operator program, the
color of the backlighting will change to orange when a misfeed occurs. See page 16 of the KEY
OPERATOR'S GUIDE.
First confirm the misfeed locations.
Misfeed in the RSPF
If an original misfeed occurs in the RSPF, the copier will stop and the message "Clear paper path." will
appear.
1
Remove the misfed originals.
Location A
●
Open the feeding roller cover and pull the misfed original gently to the left and out from the
document feeder tray. Close the feeding roller cover.
(p.75, 76, 80)
(p.80)
(p.79)
(p.81)
(p.80)
(p.73)
A
C
B
Feeding roller cover
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Location B
●
Open the document feeder cover, rotate the rollers in the direction indicated by the arrow to
feed the misfed paper, and then gently remove the misfed original after closing the document
feeder cover.
●
If a small original such as 5-1/2" x 8-1/2" original has misfed or an original has misfed in the
reversing tray, open the right side cover and gently remove the misfed original. Close the right
side cover.
Location C
●
Gently remove the misfed original from the exit area.
●
If the misfed original cannot be easily removed from the exit area, open the front part of the
document feeder tray to remove the original. With the RSPF, pull out the reversing tray to
remove the misfed original.
NOTE:
With the RSPF, after removing the misfed original from the exit area, be sure to insert the
reversing tray into the exit area until it locks in place.
Rollers
Right side cover
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2
Open and close the document feeder cover to cancel the misfeed
display.
●
You can also cancel the misfeed display by opening and closing the feeding roller cover
or the right side cover.
●
The number of originals that must be returned to the document feeder tray will be
indicated in the display.
3
Return the indicated number of originals to the document feeder tray
and press the START ( ) key to resume copying.
Misfeed in the bypass tray
1
Gently pull the misfed paper out from the bypass tray.
2
Open and close the side cover to cancel the misfeed display.
●
You can also cancel the misfeed display by opening and closing the front cover.
●
Confirm that the misfeed display has been cleared. If the misfeed display is not cleared,
remove the misfed paper referring to "A. Misfeed in the paper feed area".
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Misfeed in the copier
Check the misfeed location. Remove the misfed paper following the
instructions for each location in the illustration below.
A. Misfeed in the paper feed area
1
Open the bypass tray and the side cover.
2
Gently open the front cover.
If the misfed paper is seen from this
side, proceed to “C. Misfeed in the
transport area”.
If paper is misfed here, proceed to
“A. Misfeed in the paper feed area”.
If paper is misfed here,
proceed to “B. Misfeed
in the fusing area”.
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3
Carefully remove the misfed paper. Turn the roller rotating knob in the
direction of the arrow to assist in removing it.
WARNING:
The fusing unit is hot. Take care in removing paper.
CAUTION:
Do not touch the photoconductive drum (green portion) when removing the misfed paper.
Doing so may damage the drum and cause smudges on copies.
4
Close the front cover and the side cover.
●
Confirm that the misfeed display has been cleared.
B. Misfeed in the fusing area
1
Open the bypass tray and the side cover.
2
Gently open the front cover.
Roller rotating knob
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3
Turn the roller rotating knob in the direction of the arrow.
4
Carefully remove the misfed paper. Lower the fusing unit release
levers to allow easier removal. After removal, return the release levers
to their operating positions.
WARNING:
The fusing unit is hot. Take care in removing paper.
CAUTION:
●
Do not touch the photoconductive drum (green portion) when removing the misfed
paper. Doing so may damage the drum and cause smudges on copies.
●
Be careful, there may be unfused toner on the misfed paper which could soil your hands
or clothes.
5
Close the front cover and the side cover.
●
Confirm that the misfeed display has been cleared.
Roller rotating knob
Fusing unit release levers
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COPIER TROUBLE?
C. Misfeed in the transport area
1
Open the bypass tray and the side cover.
2
Use the green tabs on either side of the paper guide to rotate the guide
open and remove the misfed paper.
WARNING:
The fusing unit is hot. Take care in removing paper.
3
Close the side cover.
●
Confirm that the misfeed display has been cleared.
Misfeed in the center tray
1
Remove the paper by pulling it into the center tray.
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Misfeed in the upper paper tray
Before opening the upper paper tray, be sure to open the bypass tray and the side cover and then
perform steps 1 to 3 described in the "A. Misfeed in the paper feed area" section.
1
Pull out the upper paper tray and remove the misfed paper.
2
Close the paper tray.
3
Open and close the side cover to cancel the misfeed display.
●
You can also cancel the misfeed display by opening and closing the front cover.
●
Confirm that the misfeed display has been cleared.
Misfeed in the lower paper tray
1
Grasp the handle of the lower side cover and gently open the cover.
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4
COPIER TROUBLE?
2
Remove the misfed paper.
●
Be careful not to tear the misfed paper during removal.
3
If the misfed paper is not seen in step 2, pull out the lower paper tray
and remove the misfed paper.
●
Be careful not to tear the misfed paper during removal.
4
Close the paper tray.
5
Close the lower side cover.
●
Confirm that the misfeed display has been cleared.
Misfeed in the upper exit area
If an optional job separator tray kit or an optional finisher is installed, a misfeed may occur in the upper
exit area.
1
Open the upper exit area cover.
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COPIER TROUBLE?
2
Gently pull the misfed paper out.
3
Close the upper exit area cover.
●
Confirm that the misfeed display has been cleared.
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4
COPIER TROUBLE?
TROUBLESHOOTING
Always check the message display whenever the copier stops during an operation or operation is not
possible. Messages in the display will give you easy-to-follow directions. For other troubles not
described by messages, check the chart below.
Problem Solution
Copier does not operate.
●
Copier plugged in? Plug the copier into a grounded
outlet as specified. See page 97.
●
Power switch ON? Turn the power switch ON. See
page 16.
Copies are too dark or too
light.
●
Copy density properly adjusted? Adjust the exposure. See page 34.
Blank copies
●
Is the original placed face down? Place the original face down on the
platen glass.
The size of copies is
different from the selected
paper size. (Part of the
original image is not
copied. A blank space is
copied.)
●
Is the paper size specified for the
tray different from the actual
size?
The size of the paper must be
entered. See page 88.
Copies smear if rubbed.
●
Paper too heavy? Use copy paper within the specified
range. See page 86.
●
Paper damp? Replace with dry copy paper. Be
sure to store copy paper in a dry
location. See page 96.
Paper misfeeds frequently.
●
Non-standard paper used? Use standard paper. If using
special paper, feed the paper
through the bypass tray. See pages
41 and 86.
●
Paper properly installed? Make sure the paper is properly
installed. See pages 41 and 86.
●
Pieces of paper inside copier? Remove all pieces of misfed paper.
See page 73.
●
Paper curled or damp? Store copy paper flat in the wrapper
in a dry location. See page 96.
Original size not selected
automatically.
●
Has the platen cover been
completely opened when the
original is placed on the platen
glass?
Open the platen cover completely
and then place the original on the
platen glass. Close the platen
cover.
●
Does the original include any
large black solid areas?
If the original includes any large
black solid areas, the original size
may not be detected. Press the
SPECIAL FUNCTION key and
select "ORIG. SIZE ENTER" to
specify the original size. See page
24.
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COPIER TROUBLE?
CAUTION:
Be sure to use only genuine SHARP parts and supplies.
Please contact your SHARP service center immediately if a problem persists after checking the above.
Problem Solution
Copies are smudged or
dirty.
●
Platen glass or platen cover
dirty?
Clean regularly. See page 93.
●
Original smudged or blotchy? Use a clean original.
Black or white stripes
appear on copies.
●
Is the scanning window of a
RSPF dirty?
Clean the scanning window.
Paper size for a paper tray
cannot be set.
●
Is the COPY indicator off? Press the COPY key to select the
COPY mode. See page 14.
●
Is copying, printing or facsimile
printing being performed?
Set the paper size after copying,
printing or facsimile printing is
complete.
Power is on but copying is
not possible.
●
Are only the mode indicators on? The copier is in the auto power
shut-off mode. Press the COPY key
or another mode key that is lit.
●
Is the COPY indicator off? Press the COPY key to select the
COPY mode.
●
Is two-sided printing being
performed?
Wait until the printing job finishes.
Lighting fixture flickers.
●
Is the same power outlet used for
the lighting fixture and the
copier?
Connect the copier to a power
outlet which is not used for other
electric appliances.
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5
CHAPTER 5
GENERAL INFORMATION
This chapter describes general information about the use of the copier
and the loading of paper and toner.
Page
●
PAPER. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Types and sizes of copy paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Loading copy paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Changing the copy paper size in the tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
●
TONER CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
●
CHECKING THE TONER QUANTITY AND
TOTAL OUTPUT COUNT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
●
CLEANING THE PLATEN GLASS AND RSPF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
●
CLEANING THE BYPASS TRAY PAPER FEED ROLLER . . . . . 94
●
DISPLAY CONTRAST ADJUSTMENT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
●
STORAGE OF SUPPLIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Proper storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
●
SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
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GENERAL INFORMATION
PAPER
Types and sizes of copy paper
Types and sizes of copy paper which can be fed from the paper trays are shown below.
For paper acceptable for feeding from the bypass tray, see page 41.
●
5-1/2" x 8-1/2" and A5 copy papers cannot be fed from any tray except the uppermost tray. (including
trays in optional paper feed units)
●
B5 paper cannot be set for paper tray 2.
●
Special papers including transparency film must be fed through the bypass tray.
Loading copy paper
To save space, this copier has been designed with adjustable front-loading trays, which are easily
opened for paper loading. For best results, use only SHARP recommended paper.
The message "TRAY<✼>: Add paper." will be displayed when there is no copy paper in the selected
paper feed station.
When the selected paper tray is not installed or is improperly installed, "Close paper tray <✼>." will be
displayed. Install it or push it back firmly into place.
NOTE:
When the paper size is changed in a paper tray, the size of the paper must be entered as
described on page 88. If not, the machine will stop copying and the message "Load <✼✼> paper
into tray <✼>. Or cancel job and change the paper size setting." will appear in the display. In this
case, load the paper requested in the message or enter the paper size that is already installed in
the paper tray.
<✼> : paper tray number
<✼✼>: paper size to be set
1
Pull out the paper tray until it stops.
2
Squeeze the lock lever of the front guide and slide the front guide to
match the width of the paper.
Size Weight Capacity (21 lb. bond paper)
5-1/2" x 8-1/2" to 11" x 17" 15 lbs. to 21 lbs. 500 sheets
A5 to A3
Front guide
Left guide
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87
5
GENERAL INFORMATION
3
Move 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.
4
Fan the copy paper and insert it into the tray.
●
Set the paper along the guides.
●
The tray holds up to 500 sheets of 21 lb. bond paper.
●
Do not load paper above the maximum height line.
5
Push the paper tray firmly back into the copier.
●
If the paper size is changed in steps 3 and 4, place the paper size card in the front of the
paper tray to indicate the selected paper size. Proceed to the next section.
Maximum height line
Paper size
card
EXTRA
8
1
/
2
x11
8
1
/
2
x14
8
1
/
2
x11
R
A4
8
1
/
2
x13
11x17
5
1
/
2
x8
1
/
2
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88
GENERAL INFORMATION
Changing the copy paper size in the tray
Paper size setting can only be done while the machine is not operating and the COPY mode has been
selected.
●
B5 paper cannot be set for paper tray 2.
1
Press the SPECIAL FUNCTION key.
●
The SPECIAL FUNCTION screen will appear.
2
Use the and keys to select "PAPER SIZE SET" and press the OK
key.
●
The paper size setting screen will appear.
3
Use the and keys to select the paper tray for which the paper size
is being changed.
4
Press the key.
SPECIAL FUNCTION
SPECIAL MODES
ORIG. SIZE ENTER
PAPER SIZE SET
DISPLAY CONTRAST
PAPER SIZE SET
8
11
1
2
/
11 17
11 17
8
14
8
13
8
11
1
1
1
2
2
2
/
/
/
PAPER SIZE SET
2
8
11
1
2
/
11 17
11 17
8
14
8
13
8
11
1
1
1
2
2
2
/
/
/
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5
GENERAL INFORMATION
5
Use the and keys to select the paper size that has been set.
●
To change the size of another paper tray, press the key and then repeat steps 3 to 5.
6
Press the OK key.
●
A confirmation message for paper size setting will appear.
7
Press the OK key.
●
The specified paper size will be registered and the display will return to the basic screen.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
TONER CARTRIDGE
REPLACEMENT
The approximate quantity of toner remaining can be displayed by pressing and holding the COPY key
during standby or warm-up. See page 92. When the quantity of toner remaining is less than 25%,
obtain a new cartridge. When the toner cartridge replacement required icon ( ) appears in the display,
replacement of the toner cartridge will be needed soon. If you press the information key, the message
"Toner is low." will appear in the display. When the message "Add toner. Can not copy or print."
appears in the display, the toner cartridge must be replaced before copying can be resumed. Replace
the toner cartridge by following the procedure below.
★KEY OPERATOR If the backlight change of the display is enabled using a key operator program, the
color of the backlighting will change to yellow when the message "Toner is low." appears and will
change to orange when the message "Add toner. Can not copy or print." appears. See page 16 of the
KEY OPERATOR'S GUIDE.
NOTE:
During a long copy run of a dark original, the message "Toner replenishment in progress." may
appear and the copier will stop, even though toner is left. The copier will feed toner for up to 2
minutes and then the START ( ) key indicator will light up. Press the START ( ) key to restart
copying.
1
Gently open the front cover.
2
Push the toner cartridge lock release lever and pull the toner cartridge
out. Remove the toner cartridge while supporting it with the left hand
at the green label portion.
●
For disposal of the old toner cartridge, contact your dealer.
NOTE:
After removing the toner cartridge, do not shake it or tap on it. Doing so may cause toner to leak
from the cartridge. Put the old cartridge immediately in the bag contained in the box of the new
cartridge.
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.
GENUINE SUPPLIES
Toner cartridge
lock release lever
Grip
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5
GENERAL INFORMATION
3
Remove the new toner cartridge from the bag. Grasp the cartridge on
both sides and shake it horizontally approximately 20 times. After
shaking the cartridge, remove the tape.
NOTE:
Grasp the grip when holding the cartridge. Do not hold the cartridge by the shutter. Be sure to
only shake the cartridge before the tape is removed.
4
Gently insert the toner cartridge along the guides until it clicks in
place while pushing the lock release lever.
NOTE:
If dirt or dust is adhered to the toner cartridge, remove it before installing the cartridge.
5
Remove the tape from the shutter. Pull the shutter out of the toner
cartridge as shown in the illustration. Discard the shutter.
6
Close the front cover.
Shutter
Tape
Approx. 20 times
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GENERAL INFORMATION
CHECKING THE TONER QUANTITY
AND TOTAL OUTPUT COUNT
The approximate quantity of toner remaining and the total output count can be displayed by the
procedure below. The total count value displayed is the output count in the copy, print, and fax modes
including the output count by the self-print function of the printer and facsimile features.
1
Press and hold the COPY key during standby or warm-up.
●
The toner quantity and the total output count will be displayed in the display while the key
is pressed.
NOTE:
An 11" x 17" or A3 sheet is counted as two sheets. A two-sided copy is also counted as two
sheets.
About the toner indicator
The amount of toner remaining is indicated in 5 levels. Use this indicator as a guideline for replacement
of the toner cartridge.
Refer to the table below for the relation between the indicator level and the amount of toner remaining.
●
When the toner level falls below 25%, obtain a replacement toner cartridge as soon as possible.
●
For more information, consult your dealer.
NOTE:
●
The amount of toner used will vary depending on conditions of machine usage and the content
of the documents printed. Use the above toner levels as a general guideline.
Toner level indicator Amount of toner remaining (approximate)
100% to 90%
90% to 75%
75% to 50%
50% to 25%
Less than 25%
Obtain a replacement toner cartridge as soon
as possible.
TOTAL OUTPUT
26,788
TONER REMAINING(%)
0 25 50 75 100
TONER REMAINING
(%)
0 25 50 75 100
TONER REMAINING
(%)
0 25 50 75 100
TONER REMAINING
(%)
0 25 50 75 100
TONER REMAINING
(%)
0 25 50 75 100
TONER REMAINING
(%)
0 25 50 75 100
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5
GENERAL INFORMATION
CLEANING THE PLATEN
GLASS AND RSPF
Proper care is essential for clean, sharp copies. Please take a few minutes to regularly clean your
copier.
Stains or dirt on the platen glass or RSPF will also be copied. Wipe the platen glass, platen
cover portion of the RSPF and the scanning window on the platen glass with a soft, clean cloth.
●
If necessary, dampen the cloth with water. Do not use thinner, benzene, or similar volatile
cleaning agents.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
CLEANING THE BYPASS
TRAY PAPER FEED ROLLER
If misfeeds occur frequently when feeding postcards, envelopes, thick paper, etc. through the
bypass tray, wipe the paper feed roller at the feed slot of the bypass tray with a soft, clean cloth
dampened with alcohol or water.
Paper feed roller
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5
GENERAL INFORMATION
DISPLAY CONTRAST
ADJUSTMENT
The contrast of the display can be adjusted as below.
1
Press the SPECIAL FUNCTION key.
●
The SPECIAL FUNCTION screen will appear.
2
Use the and keys to select "DISPLAY CONTRAST" and press the
OK key.
●
The screen for contrast setting will appear.
3
Use the and keys to adjust the contrast.
●
To reset the contrast to the default setting, press the CLEAR (C) key.
4
Press the SPECIAL FUNCTION key.
●
The display will return to the basic screen.
SPECIAL FUNCTION
SPECIAL MODES
ORIG. SIZE ENTER
PAPER SIZE SET
DISPLAY CONTRAST
DISPLAY CONTRAST
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GENERAL INFORMATION
STORAGE OF SUPPLIES
Standard supplies for this copier that are to be replaced by the user are copy paper, toner cartridge,
and staple cartridge for the optional finisher (AR-FN5 N).
Proper storage
1
Store the supplies in a location that is:
●
clean and dry,
●
at a stable temperature,
●
not exposed to direct sunlight.
2
Store copy paper in the wrapper and lying flat.
●
Paper stored in packages standing up or out of the wrapper may curl or become damp,
resulting in paper misfeeds.
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.
GENUINE SUPPLIES
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5
GENERAL INFORMATION
SPECIFICATIONS
Type Desktop
Copy system Dry, electrostatic transfer
Originals Sheets, bound documents
Original sizes Max. 11" x 17"
Copy sizes Max. 11" x 17", Min. 5-1/2" x 8-1/2"
Image loss: Max. 5/32" (4 mm) (leading and trailing edges), Max. 1/8"
(3 mm) (along other edges)
Copying speed (one-sided
copying at 100% copy ratio)
600 dpi :
20 copies/min. (8-1/2" x 11")
00 copies/min. (8-1/2" x 11"R)
00 copies/min. (8-1/2" x 14")
00 copies/min. (11" x 17")
Continuous copy Max. 999 copies; subtractive counter
First-copy time 4.8 seconds (except in a power save mode)✼
Warm-up time Approx. 40 seconds
Copy ratio Variable: 25% to 400%, in 1% increments (total 376 steps)
Fixed preset: 25%, 50%, 64%, 77%, 95%, 100%, 121%, 129%, 141%,
200%, 400%
When the RSPF is being used, the copy ratio range is limited within
50% to 200%.
Exposure system Moving optical source, slit exposure (stationary platen) with automatic
exposure function
Copy paper feed Two paper trays with automatic feed (500 sheets each), one bypass
tray with automatic feed (100 sheets)
Fusing system Heat rollers
Developer system Magnetic brush development
Light source Xenon lamp
Resolution Scan: 400 dpi
Output: 600 dpi
Gradation Scan: 256 levels
Output: 2 levels
Power supply AC 120 - 127V, 60 Hz, 10 amperes
Power consumption Max. 1.2 kW
Overall dimensions (with
bypass tray folded)
24-13/16" (W) x 23-3/64" (D)(628 mm (W) x 585.5 mm (D))
Weight Approx. 105.2 lbs. (47.8 kg), toner cartridge included
Copier dimensions 24-13/16" (W) x 23-3/64" (D) x 30-23/64" (H)
(628 mm (W) x 585.5 mm (D) x 771 mm (H))
Operating conditions Temperature: 59°F to 86°F (15°C to 30°C)
Humidity: 20% to 85%
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GENERAL INFORMATION
✼ First-copy time may differ depending on operating conditions, such as power-supply voltage and
room temperature.
Printer specifications
Reversing single pass feeder (RSPF) specifications
NOTE:
As a part of our policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design and
specification changes for product improvement without prior notice. The performance
specification figures indicated are nominal values of production units and there may be some
deviations from these values in individual units.
Noise level Sound Power Level L
WA
Copying: 6.3 [B], Standby: 3.9 [B]
Sound Pressure Level LPA
(bystander positions)
Copying: 49 [dB (A)], Standby: 24 [dB (A)]
Noise emission measurement in accordance with ISO 7779.
Emission concentration
(measurement according to
RAL-UZ 62)
Ozone: 0.02 mg/m
3
or less
Dust: 0.075 mg/m
3
or less
Styrene: 0.07 mg/m
3
or less
Optional equipment Finisher (AR-FN5 N)
500-sheet paper feed unit (AR-D11)
2x500-sheet paper feed unit (AR-D12)
Printer expansion kit (AR-P11)
PS3 expansion kit (AR-PK1)
Barcode font kit (AR-PF1)
Job separator tray kit (AR-TR3)
Print server card (AR-NC5J)
Facsimile expansion kit (AR-FX4)
Network scanner expansion kit (AR-NS2)
Printing speed 20 pages/min.
Resolution 600 dpi
IMC Memory 16MB
Additional memory Expandable to 272MB by adding 32MB, 64MB or 128MB memory
modules (168 pin SDRAM DIMM) in the two expansion DIMM slots.
Interface IEEE 1284-compliant bi-directional parallel interface/USB interface
(USB1.1 Standard)
Interface cable USB cable: Shielded twisted pair cable (3m (10 ft.) Max.:
high-speed transmission equivalent)
Parallel interface cable: IEEE 1284 - Shielded type bi-directional
parallel interface cable (3m (10 ft.) Max.)
Acceptable
originals
Weight 15 to 23 lbs.
Size 5-1/2" x 8-1/2"* to 11" x 17"
* 5-1/2" x 8-1/2" size originals cannot be used in the 2-sided copy mode.
Capacity Up to 40 sheets provided the total aggregate thickness does not exceed
5/32"
Power supply Drawn from the copier
Detectable
original sizes
5-1/2" x 8-1/2", 8-1/2" x 11", 8-1/2" x 11"R, 8-1/2" x 14", 11" x 17"
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6
CHAPTER 6
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
This chapter describes operating instructions for the Single Pass
Feeder (AR-SP4), the Reversing Single Pass Feeder (AR-RP3), the
Finisher (AR-FN5 N), the 500-Sheet Paper Feed Unit (AR-D11), and
the 2 x 500-Sheet Paper Feed Unit (AR-D12).
Page
●
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
●
FINISHER (AR-FN5 N) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Part names . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Finisher functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Staple sort. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Staple cartridge replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Staple jam removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Misfeed removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
●
500-SHEET PAPER FEED UNIT (AR-D11)/
2x500-SHEET PAPER FEED UNIT (AR-D12) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Part names. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Loading copy paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Changing the copy paper size in the tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Misfeed removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
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OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION
A number of options are available for the copier which allow you to configure a copier system to meet
your particular needs. The options include the following.
500-sheet paper feed unit (AR-D11) 2x500-sheet paper feed unit (AR-D12)
Finisher (AR-FN5 N)
Printer expansion kit (AR-P11)
PS3 expansion kit (AR-PK1)
Barcode font kit (AR-PF1)
Job separator tray kit (AR-TR3)
Print server card (AR-NC5J)
Facsimile expansion kit (AR-FX4)
Network scanner expansion kit (AR-NS2)
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6
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
FINISHER (AR-FN5 N)
The copier has two different finisher modes: one sorts copies into sets matching the sequence of the
originals and the second groups copies by original. When an optional finisher (AR-FN5 N) is installed,
the copier can automatically staple the sorted copies. Each collated set of copies or group of copies
can be stacked offset from the previous set.
Part names
Stapler compiler cover
Offset tray
Top tray
Top cover
Stapler cover
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Specifications
NOTE:
As a part of our policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design and
specification changes for product improvement without prior notice. The performance
specification figures indicated are nominal values of production units and there may be some
deviations from these values in individual units.
Supplies
AR-SC1 staple cartridges must be used in this finisher. Staple cartridges are available from your
SHARP dealer.
Tray capacity Top tray: 100 sheets
Offset tray: 1,000 sheets (500 sheets for sizes larger than 8-1/2" x 11")
Paper size Top tray: 5-1/2" x 8-1/2" to 11" x 17"
Offset tray: 8-1/2" x 11" to 11" x 17"
Paper weight Top tray: 15 lbs. to 21 lbs.
Offset tray: 15 lbs. to 21 lbs.
Offset Approx. 1 inch
Paper sizes that can be
stapled
8-1/2" x 11", 8-1/2" x 11"R, 8-1/2" x 13", 8-1/2" x 14", 11" x 17"
Stapling capacity 30 sheets (20 lbs.)
Power supply Drawn from the copier
Weight Approx. 42 lbs. (19 kg)
Dimensions Exit area: 18-33/64"(W) x 20-1/8"(D) x 21-17/64"(H) (470 mm (W) x
511 mm (D) x 540 mm (H))
Stapler compiler: 22-11/64" (W) x 17-17/32" (D) x 4-17/64" (H)
(563 mm (W) x 445 mm (D) x 108 mm (H))
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Finisher functions
When the finisher is installed, the following four output modes can be selected: sort, staple sort, group,
and non-sort.
Press the OUTPUT key, use the and keys (or the OUTPUT key) to select the desired output mode,
and then press the OK key. When copying in the sort or group mode, the output tray can be selected
using the and keys and pressing the OK key.
●
When a RSPF is used for copying, the sort mode will be selected as the default setting. When the
platen glass is used for copying, the non-sort mode will be selected as the default setting.
Sort mode
Each set of copies will be sequentially delivered. Each collated set of copies will be stacked offset from
the previous set unless the offset stack function is disabled.
Group mode
All copies of the same original will be grouped. Copies will be offset and stacked in groups of multiple
copies from the same original unless the offset stack function is disabled.
Staple sort mode
Collated sets of copies will be stapled and delivered to the offset tray but will not be offset.
●
See the next page for details.
●
The bypass tray cannot be used in the staple sort mode.
Non-sort mode
All copies will be delivered without any of the finishing described above and without being offset.
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3
3
2
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Staple sort
In the staple sort mode, 8-1/2" x 11", 8-1/2" x 11"R, 8-1/2" x 13", 8-1/2" x 14", and 11" x 17" (B5, A4,
A4R, B4, and A3) size copies can be stapled.
NOTE:
Different size originals cannot be copied onto copy paper of their respective sizes in the staple
sort mode.
Using the RSPF
1
Set the originals in the document feeder tray.
●
If the number of copies in one set is more than 30, the copies will not be stapled.
●
If the orientation of the originals does not match that of the copy paper, the images of the
originals will be rotated. The stapling position varies with the orientation of the original.
●
When copying 8-1/2" x 14" or 11" x 17" size originals with portrait orientation images,
copies will be stapled at the position shown below.
2
Press the OUTPUT key.
●
The output mode selection screen will appear.
Stapling position
Stapling position
OUTPUT
NO SORT
SORT
STAPLE SORT
EXIT CENTER
3
2
1
CENTER
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3
Use the and keys to select "STAPLE SORT" and press the OK key.
●
Also the OUTPUT key can be used to select an output mode.
4
Set the number of copies and press the START ( ) key.
●
When copying of a set is completed, the copies will be automatically stapled and
delivered to the offset tray.
Using the platen glass
1
Set an original face down on the platen glass with the corner to be
stapled to the upper right position.
●
If the number of copies in one set is more than 30, the copies will not be stapled.
●
If the orientation of the original does not match that of the copy paper, the image of the
original will be rotated. The stapling position varies with the orientation of the original.
●
When copying 8-1/2" x 14" or 11" x 17" size originals with portrait orientation images,
copies will be stapled at the position shown below.
Stapling position
Stapling position
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2
Press the OUTPUT key.
●
The output mode selection screen will appear.
3
Use the and keys to select "STAPLE SORT" and press the OK key.
●
Also the OUTPUT key can be used to select an output mode.
4
Set the number of copies and press the START ( ) key.
5
Replace the scanned original with the next original and press the
START ( ) key after it lights up. Repeat this step until all originals
have been scanned.
OUTPUT
NO SORT
SORT
STAPLE SORT
EXIT CENTER
3
2
1
CENTER
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6
After all originals have been scanned, press the READ-END key.
●
Copying will start and each set of completed copies will be automatically stapled and
delivered to the offset tray.
●
If the message "Can not continue. Remove paper from the offset tray." appears in the
display, remove the copies from the offset tray.
Staple cartridge replacement
When the message "Add staples." appears, replace the staple cartridge as follows:
1
Open the stapler cover.
2
Grasp the green portion of the staple box and remove the staple box
from the stapler.
3
Remove the staple cartridge from inside the staple box.
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4
Insert the new staple cartridge into the box until it clicks into place.
●
Insert the new cartridge by aligning the arrows on the cartridge with those on the box.
Check that the cartridge locks in place by pulling it slightly.
●
A cartridge holds 3,000 staples.
5
Remove the tape from the cartridge.
6
Insert the staple box into the stapler unit until it clicks into place.
7
Close the stapler cover.
Staple jam removal
If staples become jammed in the stapler, the message "Check stapler or staple jam." will appear.
Remove the jammed staples in the manner described below.
1
Open the stapler cover.
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2
Grasp the green portion of the staple box and remove the staple box
from the stapler.
3
Raise the lever at the end of the staple box and remove the jammed
staples.
4
Return the lever to its original position.
5
Insert the staple box into the stapler unit until it clicks into place.
6
Close the stapler cover.
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Misfeed removal
The copier will stop when a misfeed occurs. The message "Clear paper path." will appear along with a
display of paper misfeed locations. When a misfeed is indicated for the finisher, follow the procedure
below.
1
Pull the handle of the stapler compiler cover and open the cover.
2
Remove any misfed paper from the transport area.
3
If staple sort copying is being done, open the paper guide and remove
any misfed paper from the stapler compiler.
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4
Close the stapler compiler cover.
5
If the offset tray is being used, remove any misfed paper from the
offset tray.
6
If the top tray is being used, open the top cover, remove any misfed
paper, and close the top cover.
●
Confirm that the misfeed display has been cleared.
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500-SHEET PAPER FEED
UNIT (AR-D11)/2x500-SHEET
PAPER FEED UNIT (AR-D12)
These paper feed units provide the convenience of increased paper capacity for the copier and a
greater choice of paper sizes readily available for copying.
The AR-D11 contains one 500-sheet paper tray and the AR-D12 contains two 500-sheet paper trays.
Part names
Specifications
NOTE:
As a part of our policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design and
specification changes for product improvement without prior notice. The performance
specification figures indicated are nominal values of production units and there may be some
deviations from these values in individual units.
●
Two units of AR-D11 cannot be stacked for use with the copier.
AR-D11 AR-D12
Copy paper size 8-1/2" x 11" to 11" x 17"
Paper weight 15 lbs. to 21 lbs.
Paper capacity One paper tray with capacity for 500
sheets of 21 lb. bond paper
Two paper trays with capacity for 500
sheets of 21 lb. bond paper each
Weight Approx. 13.5 lbs. (6.1 kg) Approx. 26.1 lbs. (11.8 kg)
Dimensions 23-15/32" (W) x 18-35/64" (D) x
3-53/64" (H) (596 mm (W) x 471 mm
(D) x 97 mm (H))
23-15/32" (W) x 18-35/64" (D) x
7-41/64" (H) (596 mm (W) x 471 mm
(D) x 194 mm (H))
Power supply Drawn from the copier
AR-D11
Side cover
Tray
Side covers
Trays
AR-D12
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Loading copy paper
The method of loading copy paper for these paper feed units is the same as for the paper trays in the
copier. See page 86.
Changing the copy paper size in the tray
The method of changing the copy paper size is the same as for the paper trays in the copier. See page
88.
Misfeed removal
The copier will stop when a misfeed occurs. The message "Clear paper path." will appear along with a
display of paper misfeed locations.
1
Open the side cover of the paper tray which was in use and remove
the misfed paper.
●
Be sure to perform this step before pulling out the paper trays. If not, the paper may be
torn as the trays are opened.
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2
Pull out the paper tray which was in use.
3
Remove any misfed paper.
4
Close the paper tray.
5
Close the side cover.
●
Confirm that the misfeed display has been cleared.
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INDEX
2
2 in 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
2x500-sheet paper feed unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
4
4 in 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
5
500-sheet paper feed unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
A
Auditing accounts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Auto clear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Auto image. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15, 36
Automatic exposure adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Automatic reduction/enlargement . . . . . . . . . . 36
Automatic two-sided copying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Auto power shut-off mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
B
Basic screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
B/W reverse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Bypass tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
C
Cautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Center erase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Center tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Changing copy paper size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Copier installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Copier trouble? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Copying
– normal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24, 26
– reduction/enlargement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
– through bypass tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
– two-sided . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Copy paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41, 86
Copy quantity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Copy ratio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
D
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Display contrast adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Dual page copy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
E
Edge erase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Enlargement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Erase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Exposure adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
F
Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Finisher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Function icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Function review . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Fusing unit release levers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
G
Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48, 103
I
Initial settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Interrupt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
J
Job memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Job program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
K
Key operator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
L
Loading copy paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
M
Maintenance
– maintenance required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
– user maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Manual feeding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Manual reduction/enlargement . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Margin shift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Misfeed removal
– bypass tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
– center tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
– finisher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
– in the copier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
– in the upper exit area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
– paper tray. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80, 113
– RSPF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
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INDEX
N
Names
– operation panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
– part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Non-sort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49, 103
O
Offset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Operation panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Original. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
P
Paper
– loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
– special . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
– specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41, 86
Paper size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Paper tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Part names
– 500-sheet paper feed unit/2x500-sheet
paper feed unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
– copier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
– finisher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Photo mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Platen glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Power off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Power on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Power save modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Power switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Preheat mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Preset copy ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
R
Reduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Replacement
– staple cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
– toner cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Reversing single pass feeder (RSPF) . . . . . . . 26
Rotation copying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
RSPF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
S
Sort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48, 103
Special paper. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Specifications
– 500-sheet paper feed unit/2x500-sheet
paper feed unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
– copier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
– finisher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
– paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41, 86
Staple cartridge replacement. . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Staple jam removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Staple sort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Status messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Storage of supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Stream feeding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
System configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
T
Text mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Text/photo mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Toner cartridge life. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Toner cartridge replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Total output count . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Transparency. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Two-sided copying. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
U
User maintenance
– bypass tray paper feed roller . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
– platen glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
– RSPF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
X
XY zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Z
Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
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Date Issued : Apr. 2. 2001
MSDS NO. F-00981
1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product Name : AR-270NT/270T/270ST/270FT/270NT-J/270ST-C/270FT-T (Black Toner)
Supplier Identification : Sharp Corporation
22-22 Nagaike-cho, Abeno-ku, Osaka, Japan
Local suppliers are listed below. Please contact the nearest supplier for additional information.
(Country) (Name and Telephone Number)
U.S.A. Sharp Electronics Corporation
Telephone number for information : 1-800-237-4277
Emergency telephone number : 1-800-255-3924
Canada Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd.
Telephone number for information : 905-890-2100
Emergency telephone number : 1-800-255-3924
United Kingdom Sharp Electronics (U.K.) Ltd.
Telephone number for information : 01923-47-4013
Australia Sharp Corporation of Australia PTY. Ltd.:
Telephone number for information: 1300-13-50-22
Germany Sharp Electronics (Europe) GMBH
Telephone number for information: 40-2376-2737
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Substance[ ] Preparation[X]
Ingredient CAS No. Proportion OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV MAK-TWA NOHSC-TWA
Styrene-Acrylate copolymer 29497-14-1 >88.0% Not listed Not listed Not listed Not listed
Carbon black 1333-86-4 <6.0% 3.5mg/m
3
3.5mg/m
3
Not listed 3mg/m
3
Iron oxide 1309-38-2 <4.5% Not listed Not listed Not listed Not listed
Metal Complex dye 109125-51-1 <1.5% 0.5mg/m
3
0.5mg/m
3
Not listed Not listed
109125-50-0
84179-66-8
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Most Important Hazards and Effects of the Products
Human Health Effects : There are no anticipated carcinogenic effects from exposure based on animal tests
performed using toner. When used as intended according to instructions, studies do
not indicate any symptoms of fibrosis will occur.
Environmental Effects : No data are available.
Specific hazards : Dust explosion (like most finely divided organic powders)
4. FIRST-AID MEASURES
Route(s) of Entry: Inhalation? Skin? Ingestion?
Yes No Possible but very unusual.
Inhalation : Remove to fresh air. If symptoms occur, consult medical personnel.
Skin Contact : Wash with soap and water for 15 minutes or until particle is removed.
If irritation does occur, consult medical personnel.
Eye Contact : flush eyes immediately with water for 15 minutes. If irritation does occur, consult medical
personnel.
Ingestion : Rinse with water and drink several glasses of water . If irritation or discomfort does occur, consult
medical personnel.
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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5. FIRE -FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing Media : water, CO
2
, foam and dry chemicals
Special Fire fighting Procedures : None
Fire and Explosion Hazards : Toner material, like most finely divided organic powders, may form an
explosive mixture.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions : None
Environmental Precautions: None
Methods for Cleaning Up : Wipe off with paper or cloth. DO not use vacuum cleaner when a large amount is
released. It, like most finely divided organic powders, is capable of creating a dust
explosion.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling
Technical Measures : None
Precautions : None
Safe Handling Advice : Use of a dust mask is recommended when handling a large quantity of toner or during
long term exposure, as with any non-toxic dust. Try not to disperse the particles.
Storage
Technical Measures : None
Storage Conditions : Keep container closed and Store in a cool and dry place.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Incompatible Products : None
8. EXPOSURE CONTROL/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Measures
Ventilation : None required with intended use.
Exposure limit values
OSHA-PEL (USA) : 15mg/m
3
(Total Dust) , 5mg/m
3
(Respirable Dust)
ACGIH-TLV (USA) : 10mg/m
3
(Total Dust) , 3mg/m
3
(Respirable Dust)
Personal Protective Equipment
Respiratory Protection : None required when used as intended in Sharp equipment.
Hand Protection : None required when used as intended in Sharp equipment.
Eye Protection : None required when used as intended in Sharp equipment.
Skin Protection : None required when used as intended in Sharp equipment.
Other Protective equipment : Use of a dust mask and goggles are recommended when handling a large
quantity of toner or during long term exposure, as with any non-toxic dust.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance
Physical State: Solid Form: Powder Color: Black Odor: odorless
Ph : Not applicable
Boiling/Melting Point : Not applicable
Softening Point (˚C ) : 100-130
Flash Point (˚C ) : Not applicable
Ignition Point (˚C ) : >350
Explosion Properties : No data
Density (g/cm
3
):1.1 (bulk density : 0.35)
Solubility in water : Negligible
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10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability Stable
Hazardous Reactions : Dust explosion, like most finely divided organic powders.
Conditions to avoid : Electric discharge, throwing into fire.
Materials to avoid : Oxidizing Materials
Hazardous Decomposition Products : CO, CO
2
and NO
x
Further Information : None
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute Toxicity
Ingestion(oral) : LDL
50
>2500mg/kg (Rats)
Dermal : No Data
Inhalation : No Data
Eye irritation : Not an irritant (Rabbits)
Skin irritation : Not an irritant (Rabbits)
Skin sensitizer : No Data
Mutagenicity : Negative (Ames Test)
Carcinogenicity : In 1996 the IARC reevaluated carbon black as a Group 2B carcinogen (possible human
carcinogen). This classification is given to chemicals for which there is inadequate human
evidence, but sufficient animal evidence on which to base an opinion of carcinogenicity. The
classification is based upon the development of lung tumors in rats receiving chronic
inhalation exposures to free carbon black at levels that induce particle overload of the lung.
Studies performed in animal models other than rats did not show any association between
carbon black and lung tumors. Moreover, a two-year cancer bioassay using a typical toner
preparation containing carbon black demonstrated no association between toner exposure
and tumor development in rats.
Chronic Effect : In a study in rats of chronic inhalation exposure to a typical toner, a mild to moderate degree
of lung fibrosis was observed in 92% of the rats in the high concentration (16mg/m
3
)
exposure group, and a minimal to mild degree of fibrosis was noted in 22% of the animals in
the middle (4mg/m
3
) exposure group, but no pulmonary change was reported in the lowest
(1mg/m
3
) exposure group, the most relevant level to potential human exposures.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No data are available.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION
Waste from residues : Waste material may be dumped or incinerated under conditions which meet all
federal, state and local environmental regulations.
Contaminated Packaging : Waste may be disposed or incinerated under conditions which meet all federal, state
and local environmental regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
UN Classification : None
Land DOT (USA) : None
Sea :
:
None
Air None
:
IMDG
ICAO-TI
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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
US Information
TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act):
All chemical substances in this product comply with all applicable rules or order under TSCA.
SARA (Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act) Title III
302 Extreme Hazardous Substance : None
311/312 Hazard Classification : None
EU Information
1999/45/EC and 67/548/EEC
Symbol & Indication : Not required
R-Phrase : Not required
76/769/EEC : All chemical substances in this product comply with all applicable rules or order under
76/769/EEC.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
NFPA Rating (USA) : Health=1 Flammability=1 Reactivity=0
WHMIS Legislation (Canada) : This product is not a controlled product.
References
IARC(1996) : IARC monographs on the Evaluation of the Carcinogenic Risk of Chemicals to Humans, Vol.
65, Printing Process And Printing Inks, Carbon Black and Some Nitro Compounds, Lyon,
pp.149-261
H.Muhle, B.Bellmann, O.Creutzenberg, C.Dasenbrock, H.Ernst, R.Kilpper, J.C.MacKenzie, P.Morrow,
U.Mohr, S.Takenaka, and R.Mermelstein(1991) Pulmonary Response to Toner upon Chronic Inhalation
Exposure in Rats. Fundamental and Applied Toxicology 17, pp.280-299.
The information on this data sheet represents our current data and best opinion as to the proper use in handling of
this product under normal conditions. However, all materials may present unknown hazards and should be used
with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we do not guarantee that these are the only hazards
which exist.
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Date Issued : Apr. 2. 2001
MSDS NO. F-30981
1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product Name : AR-270ND/270DV/270SD/270SD-C (Black Developer)
Supplier Identification : Sharp Corporation
22-22 Nagaike-cho, Abeno-ku, Osaka, Japan
Local suppliers are listed below. Please contact the nearest supplier for additional information.
(Country) (Name and Telephone Number)
U.S.A. Sharp Electronics Corporation
Telephone number for information : 1-800-237-4277
Emergency telephone number : 1-800-255-3924
Canada Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd.
Telephone number for information : 905-890-2100
Emergency telephone number : 1-800-255-3924
United Kingdom Sharp Electronics (U.K.) Ltd.
Telephone number for information : 01923-47-4013
Australia Sharp Corporation of Australia PTY. Ltd.:
Telephone number for information: 1300-13-50-22
Germany Sharp Electronics (Europe) GMBH
Telephone number for information: 40-2376-2737
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Substance[ ] Preparation[X]
Ingredient CAS No. Proportion OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV DFG-MAK NOHSC-TWA
Iron powder 7439-89-6 >92.5% Not listed Not listed Not listed Not listed
Styrene-Acrylate copolymer 29497-14-1 <7% Not listed Not listed Not listed Not listed
Carbon black 1333-86-4 <1% 3.5mg/m
3
3.5mg/m
3
Not listed 3mg/m
3
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Most Important Hazards and Effects of the Products
Human Health Effects : There are no anticipated carcinogenic effects from exposure based on animal tests
performed using toner. When used as intended according to instructions, studies do
not indicate any symptoms of fibrosis will occur.
Environmental Effects : No data are available.
Specific hazards : None
4. FIRST-AID MEASURES
Route(s) of Entry: Inhalation? Skin? Ingestion?
No No Possible but very unusual.
Inhalation : Remove to fresh air. If symptoms occur, consult medical personnel.
Skin Contact : Wash with soap and water for 15 minutes or until particle is removed.
If irritation does occur, consult medical personnel.
Eye Contact : flush eyes immediately with water for 15 minutes. If irritation does occur, consult medical
personnel.
Ingestion : Rinse with water and drink several glasses of water . If irritation or discomfort does occur, consult
medical personnel.
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122
5. FIRE -FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing Media : water, CO
2
, foam and dry chemicals
Special Fire fighting Procedures : None
Fire and Explosion Hazards : Like most finely divided organic powders, it may form an explosive mixture.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions : None
Environmental Precautions: None
Methods for Cleaning Up : Wipe off with paper or cloth. DO not use vacuum cleaner when a large amount is
released. It, like most finely divided organic powders, is capable of creating a dust
explosion.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling
Technical Measures : None
Precautions : None
Safe Handling Advice : Use of a dust mask is recommended when handling a large quantity of toner or during
long term exposure, as with any non-toxic dust. Try not to disperse the particles.
Storage
Technical Measures : None
Storage Conditions : Keep container closed and Store in a cool and dry place.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Incompatible Products : None
8. EXPOSURE CONTROL/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Measures
Ventilation : None required with intended use.
Exposure limit values
OSHA-PEL (USA) : 15mg/m
3
(Total Dust) , 5mg/m
3
(Respirable Dust)
ACGIH-TLV (USA) : 10mg/m
3
(Total Dust) , 3mg/m
3
(Respirable Dust)
Personal Protective Equipment
Respiratory Protection : None required when used as intended in Sharp equipment.
Hand Protection : None required when used as intended in Sharp equipment.
Eye Protection : None required when used as intended in Sharp equipment.
Skin Protection : None required when used as intended in Sharp equipment.
Other Protective equipment : Use of a dust mask and goggles are recommended when handling a large
quantity of toner or during long term exposure, as with any non-toxic dust.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance
Physical State: Solid Form: Powder Color: Black Odor: odorless
Ph : Not applicable
Boiling/Melting Point : Not applicable
Flash Point (˚C ) : Not applicable
Explosion Properties : No data
Density (g/cm
3
):7.3 (bulk density : 2.0)
Solubility in water : Negligible
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123
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability Stable
Hazardous Reactions : Dust explosion, like most finely divided organic powders.
Conditions to avoid : Electric discharge, throwing into fire.
Materials to avoid : Oxidizing Materials
Hazardous Decomposition Products : CO, CO
2
and NO
x
Further Information : None
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute Toxicity
Ingestion(oral) : LDL
50
>2500mg/kg (Rats)
Dermal : No Data
Inhalation : No Data
Eye irritation : Not an irritant (Rabbits)
Skin irritation : Not an irritant (Rabbits)
Skin sensitizer : No Data
Mutagenicity : Negative (Ames Test)
Carcinogenicity : In 1996 the IARC reevaluated carbon black as a Group 2B carcinogen (possible human
carcinogen). This classification is given to chemicals for which there is inadequate human
evidence, but sufficient animal evidence on which to base an opinion of carcinogenicity. The
classification is based upon the development of lung tumors in rats receiving chronic
inhalation exposures to free carbon black at levels that induce particle overload of the lung.
Studies performed in animal models other than rats did not show any association between
carbon black and lung tumors. Moreover, a two-year cancer bioassay using a typical toner
preparation containing carbon black demonstrated no association between toner exposure
and tumor development in rats.
Chronic Effect : In a study in rats of chronic inhalation exposure to a typical toner, a mild to moderate degree
of lung fibrosis was observed in 92% of the rats in the high concentration (16mg/m
3
)
exposure group, and a minimal to mild degree of fibrosis was noted in 22% of the animals in
the middle (4mg/m
3
) exposure group, but no pulmonary change was reported in the lowest
(1mg/m
3
) exposure group, the most relevant level to potential human exposures.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No data are available.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION
Waste from residues : Waste material may be dumped or incinerated under conditions which meet all
federal, state and local environmental regulations.
Contaminated Packaging : Waste may be disposed or incinerated under conditions which meet all federal, state
and local environmental regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
UN Classification : None
Land DOT (USA) : None
Sea :
:
None
Air None
:
IMDG
ICAO-TI
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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
US Information
TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act):
All chemical substances in this product comply with all applicable rules or order under TSCA.
SARA (Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act) Title III
302 Extreme Hazardous Substance : None
311/312 Hazard Classification : None
EU Information
1999/45/EC and 67/548/EEC
Symbol & Indication : Not required
R-Phrase : Not required
76/769/EEC : All chemical substances in this product comply with all applicable rules or order under
76/769/EEC.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
NFPA Rating (USA) : Health=1 Flammability=1 Reactivity=0
WHMIS Legislation (Canada) : This product is not a controlled product.
References
IARC(1996) : IARC monographs on the Evaluation of the Carcinogenic Risk of Chemicals to Humans, Vol.
65, Printing Process And Printing Inks, Carbon Black and Some Nitro Compounds, Lyon,
pp.149-261
H.Muhle, B.Bellmann, O.Creutzenberg, C.Dasenbrock, H.Ernst, R.Kilpper, J.C.MacKenzie, P.Morrow,
U.Mohr, S.Takenaka, and R.Mermelstein(1991) Pulmonary Response to Toner upon Chronic Inhalation
Exposure in Rats. Fundamental and Applied Toxicology 17, pp.280-299.
The information on this data sheet represents our current data and best opinion as to the proper use in handling of
this product under normal conditions. However, all materials may present unknown hazards and should be used
with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we do not guarantee that these are the only hazards
which exist.
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WARNING:
FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to
this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the
user's authority to operate this equipment.
Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment gener-
ates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the operation manual, may cause harmful interfer-
ence to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is
likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to
correct the interference at his own expense.
NOTICE
BE SURE TO ASK YOUR AUTHORIZED SHARP DEALER ABOUT THE WAR-
RANTY THAT YOUR SELLING DEALER EXTENDS TO YOU. In order to assure
you, the end-user, of warranty protection, Sharp extends a limited warranty to each
of its authorized dealers and, in turn, requires each of its authorized dealers to
extend its own warranty to you on terms that are no less favorable than those given
to the dealer by Sharp. You should be aware, however, that Sharp does not itself
extend any warranties, either express or implied, directly to you, the end-user, and
no one is authorized to make any representations or warranties on behalf of Sharp.
Specifically, SHARP DOES NOT EXTEND TO YOU, THE END-USER, ANY EX-
PRESS WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY,
FITNESS FOR USE OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE IN CON-
NECTION WITH THE HARDWARE, SOFTWARE OR FIRMWARE EMBODIED
IN, OR USED IN CONJUNCTION WITH THIS PRODUCT. Sharp is not respon-
sible for any damages or loss, either direct, incidental or consequential, which you,
the end-user, may experience as a result of your purchase or use of the hardware,
software or firmware embodied in or used in conjunction with this Product. Your
sole remedy, in the event that you encounter any difficulties with this Product, is
against the authorized dealer from which you purchased the Product.
AR-M208 Digital Multifunctional system
In the event that this authorized dealer does not honor its warranty commitments,
please contact the General Manager, Business Products Group, Sharp Electronics
Corporation, Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, NJ 07430-2135, so that Sharp can try to help
assure complete satisfaction of all the warranty rights to which you are entitled from
the authorized dealer.
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AR-M208
PRINTED IN CHINA
2002H KS
➀
TINSE0812QSZZ
Printed on Recycled Paper
SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135.
SHARP CORPORATION
www.sharp-usa.com
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