Sharp AL-1633, AL-1644 User Manual

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MODEL

AL-1633 AL-1644

DIGITAL MULTIFUNCTIONAL SYSTEM

OPERATION MANUAL

Page

AL-1633

• BEFORE USING THE MACHINE

• COPY FUNCTIONS

• PRINTER/SCANNER

FUNCTIONS

• USER SETTINGS

• TROUBLESHOOTING

• ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

• SUPPLIES

• APPENDIX

AL-1644

The CE mark logo label is affixed on an equipment in case that the directives described in the above sentence are applicable to the product. (This sentence is not applicable in any country where the above directives are not required.)

Warning

This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

In some areas, the "POWER" switch positions are marked "I" and " " on the copier instead of "ON" and "OFF". If your copier is so marked, please read "I" for "ON" and " " for "OFF".

Caution! For a complete electrical disconnection, pull out the main plug. The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

This equipment complies with the requirements of Directives 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC as amended by 93/68/EEC.

Dieses Gerät entspricht den Anforderungen der EG-Richtlinien 89/336/EWG und 73/23/EWG mit Änderung 93/68/EWG.

Ce matériel répond aux exigences contenues dans les directives 89/336/CEE et 73/23/CEE modifiées par la directive 93/68/CEE.

Dit apparaat voldoet aan de eisen van de richtlijnen 89/336/EEG en 73/23/EEG, gewijzigd door 93/68/EEG. Dette udstyr overholder kravene i direktiv nr. 89/336/EEC og 73/23/EEC med tillæg nr. 93/68/EEC. Quest’ apparecchio è conforme ai requisiti delle direttive 89/336/EEC e 73/23/EEC, come emendata dalla

direttiva 93/68/EEC.

Este equipamento obedece às exigências das directivas 89/336/CEE e 73/23/CEE, na sua versão corrigida pela directiva 93/68/CEE.

Este aparato satisface las exigencias de las Directivas 89/336/CEE y 73/23/CEE, modificadas por medio de la 93/68/CEE.

Denna utrustning uppfyller kraven enligt riktlinjerna 89/336/EEC och 73/23/EEC så som kompletteras av 93/68/EEC.

Dette produktet oppfyller betingelsene i derektivene 89/336/EEC og 73/23/EEC i endringen 93/68/EEC. Tämä laite täyttää direktiivien 89/336/EEC ja 73/23/EEC vaatimukset, joita on muutettu direktiivillä

93/68/EEC.

Do not make copies of anything which is prohibited from copying by law. The following items are normally prohibited from copying by national law. Other items may be prohibited by local law.

● Checks ● Passports ● Driver's licenses

● Money ● Stamps ● Bonds ● Stocks ● Bank drafts

CONTENTS

CAUTIONS................................................................................................................................................. 3

● CAUTIONS ON USING..................................................................................................................................... 3

● IMPORTANT POINTS WHEN SELECTING AN INSTALLATION SITE ........................................................... 3

● CAUTIONS ON HANDLING ............................................................................................................................. 4

● CAUTIONS ON LASER .................................................................................................................................... 4

● ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION................................................................................................................. 5

USING THE MANUAL ............................................................................................................................... 5

● ABOUT THE OPERATION MANUALS............................................................................................................. 5

● THE MEANING OF "R" IN ORIGINAL AND PAPER SIZE INDICATIONS ....................................................... 5

● CONVENTIONS USED IN THIS MANUAL....................................................................................................... 6

● SPF ................................................................................................................................................................... 6

● DIFFERENCES BETWEEN MODELS.............................................................................................................. 6

MAIN FEATURES ...................................................................................................................................... 7

PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS ..................... 8

● OPERATION PANEL ......................................10

CHECKING PACKED COMPONENTS AND

ACCESSORIES ............................................... 12

● UNPACKING...................................................12

SET-UP ............................................................ 13

INSTALLING THE TD CARTRIDGE................ 14

POWER ON AND OFF..................................... 15

● POWER ON ....................................................15

● POWER OFF ..................................................15

LOADING PAPER............................................ 16

● PAPER............................................................16

● LOADING PAPER...........................................17

● CHANGING A TRAY’S PAPER SIZE

NORMAL COPYING ........................................ 21

● MAKING A COPY DARKER OR LIGHTER ....24

● SELECTING THE TRAY.................................24

● SETTING THE NUMBER OF COPIES ...........25

REDUCTION/ENLAREGMENT/ZOOM............ 25

● AUTOMATIC RATIO SELECTION .................25

● MANUAL RATIO SELECTION........................26

●

TWO-SIDED COPYING USING THE BYPASS

TRAY................................................................ 29

DUAL PAGE COPYING................................... 30

INTERRUPTING A COPY RUN ....................... 31

BEFORE USING THE MACHINE

SETTING ........................................................19

COPY FUNCTIONS

SELECTING THE VERTICAL AND HORIZONTAL COPY RATIOS SEPARATELY

............................27

USING THE PRINTER MODE ......................... 32

● BASIC PROCEDURE FOR PRINTING.......... 32

USING THE SCANNER MODE ....................... 33

● SCANNING USING THE KEYS ON THE

● SCANNING FROM YOUR COMPUTER........ 34

OPERATION IN COPY, PRINTER, AND

SCANNER MODES ......................................... 35

ADJUSTING THE AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE

LEVEL.............................................................. 36

ENABLING TONER SAVE MODE .................. 37

CUSTOMISING SETTINGS ............................. 38

● USER PROGRAMS ....................................... 38

● SELECTING A SETTING FOR A USER

SETTINGS FOR AUDITING MODE................. 41

● AUDITING MODE .......................................... 41

● AUDITING MODE SETTINGS ....................... 41

●

PRINTER/SCANNER FUNCTIONS

MACHINE ...................................................... 33

USER SETTINGS

PROGRAM .................................................... 40

SELECTING AUDITING MODE SETTINGS

..... 42

TROUBLESHOOTING

APPENDIX

TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................... 45

● MACHINE/COPYING PROBLEMS.................46

● PRINTING AND SCANNING PROBLEMS .....49

INDICATORS AND DISPLAY MESSAGES .... 53

MISFEED REMOVAL....................................... 54

●

MISFEED IN THE SPF (only on the SPF model)

........................................................................54

● MISFEED IN THE BYPASS TRAY .................55

● MISFEED IN THE MACHINE..........................56

● MISFEED IN THE UPPER PAPER TRAY ......59

● MISFEED IN THE LOWER PAPER TRAY .....60

REPLACING THE TD CARTRIDGE ................ 61

REPLACING THE DRUM CARTRIDGE .......... 62

CHECKING THE TOTAL OUTPUT COUNT ... 64

● CHECKING THE TOTAL OUTPUT COUNT...64

CHECKING THE TONER LEVEL AND DRUM

CARTRIDGE LIFE ........................................... 65

● TONER LEVEL ...............................................65

● DRUM CARTRIDGE LIFE ..............................65

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE.............................. 66

● CLEANING THE DOCUMENT GLASS AND

● CLEANING THE BYPASS TRAY PAPER

● CLEANING THE TRANSFER CHARGER ......67

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

SPF/DOCUMENT COVER .............................66

FEED ROLLER ...............................................66

SPECIFICATIONS ........................................... 70

SOFTWARE LICENSE .................................... 73

INDEX .............................................................. 75

STORAGE OF SUPPLIES ............................... 68

● SUPPLY PART NUMBERS ............................68

● PROPER STORAGE ......................................68

MOVING INSTRUCTIONS ............................... 69

SUPPLIES

CAUTIONS

Follow the cautions below when using this machine.

CAUTIONS ON USING

Warning:

• The fusing area is hot. Exercise care in this area when removing misfed paper.

• Do not look directly at the light source. Doing so may damage your eyes.

Caution:

• Do not switch the machine rapidly on and off. After turning the machine off, wait 10 to 15 seconds before turning it back on.

• Machine power must be turned off before installing any supplies.

• Place the machine on a firm, level surface.

• Do not install the machine in a humid or dusty location.

• When the machine 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.

• When moving the machine, be sure to turn the power switch off and remove the power cord from the outlet.

• Do not cover the machine with a dust cover, cloth or plastic film while the power is on. Doing so may prevent heat dissipation, damaging the machine.

• Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous laser radiation exposure.

• The socket-outlet should be installed near the machine and should be easily accessible.

IMPORTANT POINTS WHEN SELECTING AN INSTALLATION SITE

Improper installation may damage the machine. Please note the following during initial installation and whenever the machine is moved.

Caution

Do not install your machine in areas that are:

•

damp, humid, or very dusty

•

poorly ventilated

If the machine is moved from a cool place to a warm place, condensation may form inside the machine. Operation in this condition will cause poor copy quality and malfunctions. Leave the machine at room temperature for at least 2 hours before use.

•

exposed to direct sunlight

•

subject to extreme temperature or humidity changes, e.g., near an air conditioner or heater.

The machine should be installed near an accessible power outlet for easy connection and disconnection.

Be sure to connect the power cord only to a power outlet that meets the specified voltage and current requirements. Also make certain the outlet is properly grounded.

Note

Be sure to allow the required space around the machine

Connect the machine 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.

20 cm (8")

for servicing and proper ventilation.

20 cm

(8")

20 cm

(8")

CAUTIONS ON HANDLING

Be careful in handling the machine as follows to maintain the performance of this machine.

Do not drop the machine, subject it to shock or strike it against any object. Do not expose the drum cartridge to direct sunlight.

• Doing so will damage the surface (green portion) of the drum cartridge, causing smudges on copies.

Store spare supplies such as drum cartridges and TD cartridges in a dark place without removing from the package before use.

• If they are exposed to direct sunlight or excessive heat, poor copies may result.

Do not touch the surface (green portion) of the drum cartridge.

• Doing so will damage the surface of the cartridge, causing smudges on copies.

CAUTIONS ON LASER

Wave length 785 nm + 10 nm/- 15 nm

Pulse times (8.141 µs ± 0.1 µs)/7 mm

Output power 0.14 mW – 0.22 mW

Trademark acknowledgements

•Microsoft® Windows® operating system is a trademark or copyright of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.A. and other countries. Windows® 95, Windows® 98, Windows® Me, Windows NT® 4.0, Windows® 2000, and Windows® XP are trademarks

• or copyrights of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.A. and other countries.

• Acrobat, and the Acrobat logo are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated.

• All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners.

ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION

As an the

NERGY STAR® Partner, SHARP has determined that this product meets

NERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.

USING THE MANUAL

This machine 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 machine features, be sure to familiarise yourself with this manual and the machine. For quick reference during machine use, keep this manual in a handy location.

ABOUT THE OPERATION MANUALS

The operation manuals for the machine are as follows:

Operation Manual (Digital Multifunctional System) (this manual)

This manual contains explanations of the product and procedures for using the machine as a copier.

Online Manual (on the accessory CD-ROM)

This manual explains the procedures for using the machine as a printer or a scanner.

Software Setup Guide (separate manual)

This manual contains instructions for installing the software that allows the machine to be used with your computer and procedures for establishing initial printer settings.

THE MEANING OF "R" IN ORIGINAL AND PAPER SIZE INDICATIONS

An "R" appearing at the end of an original or paper size, etc. (A4R) indicates that the original or paper is oriented horizontally as shown below.

Sizes that can be placed only in the horizontal (landscape) orientation (B4, A3) do not contain the "R" in their size indication.

CONVENTIONS USED IN THIS MANUAL

The above illustration is used in instances where a function and/ or the operation of the machine is the same on both models.

Warning

Caution

Note

Warns the user that injury may result if the contents of the warning are not properly followed.

Cautions the user that damage to the machine or one of its components may result if the contents of the caution are not properly followed.

Notes provide information relevant to the machine regarding specifications, functions, performance, operation and such, that may be useful to the user.

SPF

This operation manual refers to the Single Pass Feeder as the "SPF".

DIFFERENCES BETWEEN MODELS

This manual covers the following models.

Model AL-1644 AL-1633

Appearance

Platen cover/SPF Single pass feeder Platen cover

Paper tray Two (250 x 2) One (250 x 1)

MAIN FEATURES

High-speed laser copying

• First-copy time*1 at 300 dpi*2 is only 7.2 seconds .

• Copying speed is 16 copies per minute. This is ideal for business use and provides a big boost to workplace

productivity.

*1First-Copy time may vary depending on the power-supply voltage, ambient temperature, and other operating conditions.

"dpi" ("dots per inch") is unit that is used to measure resolution. Resolution indicates how much detail can be reproduced in a printed or scanned image.

High-quality digital image

• High-quality copying at 600 dpi is performed.

• In addition to automatic exposure adjustment, two original modes can be selected: "TEXT" for text-only originals,

and "PHOTO" for photographs. The exposure can be adjusted to five levels in each mode.

• The photo mode copying function allows clear copying of delicate halftone original images such as monochrome photos and colour photos.

Enhanced copying features

• Zoom copies can be made from 25% to 400% in 1% increments. (When the SPF is being used, the zoom copy ratio range is 50% to 200%.)

• Continuous copying of up to 999 copies is possible. (Can be changed to a maximum of 99 copies in the user programs.)

• The user programs allow customised machine settings and management. Access to the machine can be controlled by enabling audit mode.

Scan once/Print many

• The machine is equipped with a memory buffer allowing the machine to scan an original once and make up to 999 copies of the scanned image. This improves workflow, reduces operating noise from the machine and reduces wear and tear on the scanning mechanism, which provides for a higher reliability.

Laser printer function

• The accompanying printer driver can be installed to enable use of the machine as a printer. (See the accompanying Software Setup Guide.)

Colour scanner function

• The accompanying scanner driver can be installed and the machine connected to a computer using a USB cable to enable use as a scanner. (See the accompanying Software Setup Guide.)

Environment and people friendly design

• Preheat and auto power shut-off modes are provided to reduce power consumption when the machine is not in use.

• A universal design has been implemented in the product whereby the height of the operation panel and shape of the keys are designed to be usable by as many people as possible.

12 13

This chapter contains basic information that should be read before using the machine.

PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS

Chapter 1

BEFORE USING THE MACHINE

Document feeder cover (only on the SPF model) /document cover (only on the document cover model)

Open to make copies from the document glass. (p.21)

Document glass

Place an original that you wish to copy/scan face down here. (p.21)

Handles

Use to move the machine.

Power switch

Press to turn the machine power on and off. (p.15)

Operation panel

Contains operation keys and indicator lights. (p.10)

Paper output tray

Copies and prints are deposited to this tray.

Front cover

Open to remove paper misfeeds and perform machine maintenance. (p.56, p.61)

Paper trays

Each tray holds 250 sheets of paper. (p.17)

Side cover

Open to remove paper misfeeds and perform machine maintenance.

Side cover handle

Pull to open the side cover. (p.55)

Bypass tray guides

Adjust to the width of the paper. (p.18)

Bypass tray

Paper including special paper (such as transparency film) can be fed from the bypass tray. (p.18

Bypass tray extension

Pull out when feeding large paper such as B4 and A3. (p.18)

Charger cleaner

Use to clean the transfer charger. (p.67)

USB 1.1 port

Connect to your computer to use the printer and scanner functions. (Software Setup Guide)

(p.55, p.61)

p.29)

BEFORE USING THE MACHINE

24 23

25 26

1917

to are only on the SPF

model.

Parallel port

Connect to your computer to use the printer function. (Software Setup Guide)

Document feeder tray

Place the original(s) that you wish to copy/scan face up here. Holds up to 40 originals.

Original guides

Adjust to the size of the originals.

Feeding roller cover

Open to remove misfed originals. (p.54)

Right side cover

Open to remove misfed originals. (p.54)

Exit area

Originals exit the machine here after copying/scanning.

TD cartridge

Contains toner. (p.61)

TD cartridge strap

Lift to remove the TD cartridge (p.61)

TD cartridge lock release lever

To replace the TD cartridge, pull out the TD cartridge while pulling up on this lever. (p.61)

Roller rotating knob

Turn to remove misfed paper. (p.56, p.57)

Fusing unit release levers

To remove a paper misfeed from the fusing unit, push down on these levers and remove the paper. (p.57)

The fusing unit is hot. Do not touch

Warning

the fusing unit when removing misfed paper. Doing so may cause a burn or injury.

Drum cartridge

Copy images are formed on the photoconductive drum. (p.62)

Drum cartridge handle

Hold to pull out the drum cartridge. (p.62)

Fusing unit paper guide

Open to remove misfed paper.

Note

The model name can be seen on the machines front cover.

BEFORE USING THE MACHINE

12 34 56

1 2 3 4 5

AL-1633

OPERATION PANEL

SCAN MENU key

Use to scan by means of the provided Button Manager software. (p.34)

SCAN key ( ) / indicator

Press to switch the machine to scanner mode and scan by means of the provided Button Manager software.

(p.33)

The indicator blinks during scanning

and transmission of the scanned data.

ON LINE key ( ) / indicator

Press to toggle the machine between online and off-line. The indicator lights up when the machine is online, and goes off when the machine is off-line. The indicator blinks while the machine is receiving print data and while printing is paused. (p.32)

DUAL PAGE COPY key ( ) / indicator

Use to make individual copies of the two pages of an open book or other two-page original. (p.30)

XY-ZOOM key ( ) / indicator

Press to change the horizontal and vertical copy ratios independently. (p.27)

AUTO/TEXT/PHOTO key ( / / ) / indicators

AUTO

Use to select the exposure mode: "AUTO", "TEXT", or "PHOTO". (p.24)

AUDIT CLEAR key ( )

ACC.#-C

Closes an open account. (p.44)

AUTO PAPER SELECT indicator ( )

AUTO

Paper of the proper size will be automatically selected depending on the original size and selected copy ratio when this indicator is on. (p.22)

Alarm indicators

[ ] TD cartridge replacement required indicator

(p.53)

[ ] Drum cartridge replacement required

indicator (p.53) [ ] Paper required indicator (p.53) [ ] Misfeed indicator (p.53)

POWER SAVE indicator ( )

Lights up when the machine is in a power save mode. (p.15)

Display

Shows the set number of copies, as well as the copy ratio, user program function or setting code, or an error code when an error occurs. When the [SCAN] key

is pressed to enter

() scanner mode, the display shows the port used (U_1 for USB 1.1). When Button Manager software is used, the display shows a program number. (p.25, p.33, p.40)

Copy ratio display key ( )

Hold down when the machine is not in use to display the copy ratio in the display. (p.27)

ZOOM indicator

Lights up when a zoom ratio is set. (p.27)

Zoom keys ( , ) Use to select any reduction or enlargement copy ratio

from 25% to 400% in increments of 1%. (p.27)

INTERRUPT key ( ) / indicator

Interrupts a copy run. (p.31)

Light and Dark keys ( , ) / indicators Use to adjust the TEXT or PHOTO exposure level.

(p.24)

BEFORE USING THE MACHINE

INTERRUPT

ZOOM

135

25 400%

AUTO

ENTER

AUTO

ACC.#-C

AUTO

A3 A4 A4 A5 B4

EXTRA

200

141

86 81 70

122 115

100

6 7

12 13 14 15

16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

(Two-tray model only)

ORIGINAL SIZE ENTER key ( ) / ORIGINAL SIZE indicators

ENTER

Use to enter the original size. (p.19) The selected original size will light up.

PAPER SIZE indicators

Light up to show the selected copy paper size. (p.19)

PAPER SIZE ENTER key ( )

Use to set the paper size in the paper trays. (p.19)

SPF indicator (only on the SPF model)

Lights up when originals are set in the document feeder tray. (p.22)

TRAY SELECT key ( )

Use to manually select a paper tray. (p.24)

AUTO IMAGE key ( ) / indicator

AUTO

Press for automatic copy ratio selection. (p.25)

Paper feed location / misfeed location indicators

The selected paper feed location is shown by a lit indicator ( ). (p.24)

The general location of misfed paper is shown by a blinking red indicator ( ). (p.54)

PRESET RATIO selector keys ( , ) / indicators

Use to select preset reduction/enlargement copy ratios. (p.26)

[] key

Use to check the total number of pages scanned. (p.64)

Numeric keys

Use to select the desired copy quantity or to make user program entries. (p.25)

To display the total number of pages output by the machine, hold the [0] key down. (p.64)

[ ] key

Use to check the total number of copies made

START key ( ) /indicator

Press to make a copy (p.21). Also press to exit "Auto power shut-off" mode and to set a user program. Copying is possible when the indicator is on.

CLEAR ALL key ( )

Clears all selected settings and returns the machine to the initial settings. (p.15)

CLEAR key ( )

Clears the copy quantity display or terminates a copy run.

(p.64)

CHECKING PACKED COMPONENTS

Machine

Operation manual and software CD-ROM

Power cord

Drum cartridge

(installed in machine)

TD cartridge

AND ACCESSORIES

Open the carton and check to ensure that the following components and accessories are included.

Note

UNPACKING

Be sure to lift by the handles on both sides of the machine by two persons to unpack the machine and carry it to the installation location.

• If anything is not included or is damaged, contact your authorised service representative.

• Save the carton and packing materials. These can be re-used for transporting the machine, should it be

necessary.

SET-UP

Remove all pieces of tape, then open

the SPF or the document cover and remove the protective material.

Use a coin (or other suitable object) to

remove the screw.

Note

Install the TD cartridge.

For installation of the TD cartridge, see the next page.

Gently lift and pull out the paper tray

until it stops.

Remove the pressure plate lock.

Rotate the pressure plate lock in the direction of the arrow to remove it while pressing down the pressure plate of the paper tray.

Store the screw in the paper tray as described in step 6 because it must be used if the machine has to be moved. (p.69)

Store the pressure plate lock which

has been removed in step 5 and the screw which has been removed in step 2 in the front of the paper tray.

Pressure plate lock

Screw

Ensure that the power switch of the

machine is in the OFF position. Plug the power cord into the nearest outlet.

• If you use the machine in a country other

Caution

Note

than the country where the machine was purchased, you will need to make sure that your local power supply is compatible with your model. If you plug the machine into an incompatible power supply, severe damage to the machine will result.

• Only insert the power cord into a properly grounded wall socket. Do not use extension cords or power strips.

Connect the machine 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.

To store the pressure plate lock, rotate the lock to fix it on the relevant location. For two-tray model, follow steps 4 to 6 for both the upper and lower trays except for storage of the screw.

INSTALLING THE TD CARTRIDGE

4 or 5 times

Push gently on both ends of the front

cover and open it.

Remove the new TD cartridge from the

bag. Hold the cartridge on both sides and shake it horizontally four or five times.

Insert the TD cartridge along the

guides until it locks in place.

If there is any dirt or dust on the TD cartridge, remove it before installing the cartridge.

Close the front cover.

The TD cartridge replacement required indicator ( ) will go out.

Note

• Before closing the front cover, make sure that the TD cartridge is correctly installed.

• When closing the front cover, gently hold both ends.

Remove the protective cover from the

TD cartridge by unlatching three cover hooks from the holes on the cartridge and then pulling the cover in the direction indicated by the arrow in the illustration.

POWER ON AND OFF

Initial settings

The machine assumes the initial settings when it is first turned on, when the [CLEAR ALL] key ( ) is pressed, and approximately one minute after the last copy is made in any mode.

Copy ratio: 100%, Exposure: Automatic Copy quantity: 0, All special copier modes: Off Auto paper selection

: On,

Paper feed station

: The tray selected in the "Default tray setting" in the user programs.(p.39)

The power switch is located on the left side of the machine.

POWER ON

Turn the power switch to the "ON" position

It will take about 45 seconds for the machine to warm up. While the machine is warming up, the POWER SAVE indicator ( ) will blink. (The POWER SAVE indicator ( ) will go off when the machine is ready to copy.)

However, you can make desired settings and press the [START] key ( ) during warm-up. Copying will start after warm-up.

Note

• The machine reverts to the initial settings when it is first turned on, when the [CLEAR ALL] key ( ) is pressed, or when no keys are pressed for the preset "Auto clear time" following the end of a copy job. When the machine reverts to the initial settings, all settings and functions selected to that point are canceled. The "Auto clear time" can be changed in the user programs. (p.38)

• The machine is initially set to automatically enter power save mode if not used for copying, printing, or scanning for a preset period of time. This setting can be changed in the user programs. (p.38)

POWER OFF

Make sure that the machine is not in operation and then turn the power switch to the "OFF" position.

If the power switch is turned off while the machine is in operation, a misfeed may occur and the job that was in progress will be cancelled.

Check the following to make sure the machine is not in operation:

• The START indicator is lit. (Initial state)

• The POWER SAVE indicator ( ) is lit. ("Preheat

mode" or "Auto power shut-off" mode)

Power Save Modes

The machine has two power save modes to reduce overall power consumption thereby reducing the cost of operation. In addition, these modes conserve natural resources and help reduce environmental pollution. The two power save modes are "Preheat mode" and "Auto power shut-off mode".

Preheat mode

This function automatically switches the machine to a low power consumption state if the set duration of time elapses without the machine being used when the power is on. The POWER SAVE indicator ( ) lights up, however, the keys on the operation panel can be used. Normal operation automatically resumes when a key on the operation panel is pressed, an original is placed, or a print job is received.

Auto power shut-off mode

This function automatically switches the machine to a state that consumes even less power than preheat mode if the set duration of time elapses without the machine being used when the power is on. All lights except the POWER SAVE indicator ( ) and ON LINE indicator ( ) go off. To resume normal operation, press the [START] key ( ). Normal operation also resumes automatically when a print job is received or scanning is begun from a computer. While in auto power shut-off mode, no keys (except the [START] key ( )) can be used.

Note

The preheat activation time and the "Auto power shut-off timer" can be changed using user programs. It is suggested that you set times that are appropriate for your usage of the machine. (p.38)

LOADING PAPER

The paper required indicator ( ) will light up when there is no copy paper in the selected paper feed station, or when the selected paper tray is not installed or is improperly installed.

PAPER

For best results, use only SHARP recommended paper.

Paper tray type Paper type Size Weight Capacity

Paper tray Standard paper

Recycled paper

Bypass tray Standard paper

Recycled paper

Thick paper Max. 200 g/m

Transparency film Labels

Envelopes International DL

A5* A4 B4 A3

A6R to A3 56 g/m

(110 mm x 220 mm) International C5 (162 mm x 229 mm) Commercial 9 (3-7/8" x 8-7/8") Commercial 10 (4-1/2" x 9-1/2")

56 g/m

to 90 g/m2 *2250 sheets

(Load paper lower than the line on the tray)

to 80 g/m

100 sheets *

Load one sheet of these papers at a time to the bypass tray.

5 sheets

*1A5 can be used in the upper paper tray but cannot be used in other trays (including trays in optional paper feeding unit).

When making a large number of copies or prints using 90 g/m2 paper, remove the output from the paper output tray when about 100 pages have been printed. The output may not stack correctly if more than 100 pages are allowed to accumulate.

The number of sheets of the paper which can be set changes with the weight of a paper.

Special papers

Follow these guidelines when using special papers.

●●●● Use SHARP recommended transparency film and label sheets. Using other than SHARP recommended

paper may result in misfeeds or smudges on the output. If other than SHARP recommended media must be used, feed each sheet one at a time using the bypass tray (do not attempt continuous copying or printing).

●●●● There are many varieties of special paper available on the market, and some cannot be used with this

machine. Before using special paper, contact your authorised service representative.

●●●● Before using other than SHARP recommended paper, make a test copy to see if the paper is suitable.

BEFORE USING THE MACHINE

LOADING PAPER

Make sure that the machine is not copying or printing, and then follow these steps to load paper.

Loading the paper tray

Gently lift and pull out the paper tray

until it stops.

Push the pressure plate down until it

locks in place.

Push the centre of the pressure plate down until it locks into place.

Fan the paper.

If the paper is not fanned, double-feeds or misfeeds may occur.

Gently push the paper tray into the

machine.

Note

If you loaded a different size of paper than was loaded previously in the tray, go to "CHANGING A TRAY’S PAPER SIZE SETTING" (p.19).

Load paper into the tray.

Note

• Do not load paper higher than the line on the tray (up to 250 sheets).

• Make sure that the paper fits under the tabs on the right side of the tray.

• Make sure the stack of paper is straight before loading it. When adding paper, take the remaining paper out and combine it into a single stack with the new paper.

BEFORE USING THE MACHINE

Loading the bypass tray

Unfold the bypass tray.

When feeding large paper such as B4 and A3, pull out the bypass tray extension.

Set the paper guides to the copy

paper width.

Insert the paper (print face down) all

the way into the bypass tray.

To prevent a misfeed, verify once more that the paper guides are adjusted to the width of the paper.

Note

If you loaded paper in the bypass tray, press the [TRAY SELECT] key ( ) to select the bypass tray. The bypass tray will not be selected automatically.

Important points when inserting paper in the bypass tray

• Up to 100 sheets of standard copy paper can be set in the bypass tray.

• Be sure to place A6 or A5 size paper or envelopes horizontally as shown in the following diagram ( ).

Available Not available

• When loading envelopes, make sure that they are straight and flat and do not have loosely glued construction flaps (not the closure flap).

• Special papers except SHARP recommended transparency film, labels, and envelopes must be fed one sheet at a time through the bypass tray.

• 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.

• Do not use paper that is smaller than the original. This may cause smudges or unclean images.

• Do not use paper that has already been printed on by a laser printer or plain paper fax machine. This may cause

smudges or unclean images.

BEFORE USING THE MACHINE

A3 A4 A4 A5 B4

ENTER

TRA

Envelopes

Do not use the following envelopes, as misfeeds will occur.

• Envelopes with metal tabs, clasps, strings, holes, or windows.

• Envelopes with rough fibres, carbon paper, or glossy surfaces.

• Envelopes with two or more flaps.

• Envelopes with tape, film, or paper attached to the flap.

• Envelopes with a fold in the flap.

• Envelopes with glue on the flap to be moistened for sealing.

• Envelopes with labels or stamps.

• Envelopes that are slightly inflated with air.

• Envelopes with glue protruding from the seal area.

• Envelopes with part of the seal area peeled off.

CHANGING A TRAY’S PAPER SIZE SETTING

Follow these steps to change a tray’s paper size setting.

Note

Hold down the [PAPER SIZE ENTER]

• The paper size setting cannot be changed when the machine has stopped temporarily due to running out of paper or a misfeed, or during interrupt copying.

• During printing (even in copy mode), the paper size setting cannot be changed.

• A5 size paper can only be selected in upper paper tray.

• Do not load paper that is a different size than the paper size setting. Copying will not be possible.

key ( ) for more than 5 seconds to set the selected paper size.

The currently selected paper feed location indicator will blink and the corresponding paper size (which is currently set) indicator will light steadily. All other indicators will go out.

If the machine has two paper trays,

use the [TRAY SELECT] key ( ) to select the paper tray for which you wish to change the paper size setting.

Each time the [TRAY SELECT] key ( ) is pressed, a paper tray will be indicated with a blinking paper feed location indicator.

Use the [ORIGINAL SIZE ENTER] key

( ) to select the paper size.

The indicator of the selected paper size lights

ENTER

up.

BEFORE USING THE MACHINE

Squeeze the lock lever of the front

guide and slide the front guide to match the width of the paper, and move the left guide to the appropriate slot as marked on the tray.

Left guide

Front guide

• The front guide is a slide-type guide. Grasp the locking knob on the guide and slide the guide to the indicator line of the paper to be loaded.

• The left guide is an insert-type guide. Remove it and then insert it at the indicator line of the paper to be loaded.

Press the [START] key ( ) and then

press the [PAPER SIZE ENTER] key ().

To change the paper size setting of another tray, repeat steps 2 to 5 after pressing the [START] key ( ).

Important points when using the printer mode

• Make sure that the tray's paper size setting is the same as the tray's paper size setting in the printer driver. For example, if the tray's paper size setting is A4R, set "Setting Paper Size" to "A4-R". For more information, see "CONFIGURING THE PRINTER DRIVER" (p.11) in the "Software Setup Guide".

Note

Affix the paper size label for the paper size selected in step 3 to the label position on the right end of the tray.

This chapter explains basic copying functions such as normal copying, reduction or enlargement, and exposure adjustment.

NORMAL COPYING

This section explains how to make a regular copy. If "Auditing mode" has been enabled (p.43), enter your 3-digit account number.

Copying from the document glass

Chapter 2

COPY FUNCTIONS

Open the document cover/SPF, and

place the original.

Place the original face down on the document glass. Align it with the original size scale.

Note

Close the document cover/SPF.

An original up to A3 can be placed on the document glass.

Press the [ORIGINAL SIZE ENTER]

key ( ) and select the original size.

ENTER

When the original size is selected, the tray with the

ENTER

●

Make sure that the PAPER SIZE indicator lights up. If the indicator is not lit, no tray has the same size of paper as the original. Load paper of the required size in a tray, or select the bypass tray with the [TRAY SELECT] key ( ) and copy from the bypass tray.

● The bypass tray must be manually selected.

●

To copy on paper of a different size than the original, select the paper with the [TRAY SELECT] key ( ).

● If the ORIGINAL SIZE indicator is blinking, rotate

the original so that it is the same orientation as blinking ORIGINAL SIZE indicator.

Set the number of copies.

Press the [START] key ( ) to begin

copying.

same size of paper is automatically selected. (Two-tray model only)

The copy is delivered to the paper output tray.

Note

• The paper output tray can hold up to 250 sheets of paper.

• About one minute after copying ends, "Auto clear" activates and restores the copy settings to the initial settings. (p.15) The setting for "Auto clear time" can be changed in the user programs. (p.38)

• Press the [CLEAR] key ( ) to stop copying in the middle of a run.

COPY FUNCTIONS

Copying from the SPF (only on the SPF model)

Make sure that an original has not

been left on the document glass. Close the SPF.

Adjust the original guides to the size

of the original(s).

Set the original(s) face up in the

document feeder tray.

Press the [START] key ( ) to begin

copying.

The copy is delivered to the paper output tray.

Note

• The paper output tray can hold up to 250 sheets of paper.

• About one minute after copying ends, "Auto clear timer" activates and restores the copy settings to the initial settings. (p.15) The setting for "Auto clear time" can be changed in the user programs. (p.38)

• Press the [CLEAR] key ( ) to stop copying in the middle of a run.

• If you find it difficult to remove the original from the document feeder tray, open the feeding roller cover first and then remove the original. If you remove the original without opening the feeding roller cover, the original may become dirty.

● Insert the original into the document feeder tray as far as it will go. When the original is set, the SPF indicator will light up.

● The ORIGINAL SIZE indicator corresponding to the size of the original lights up.

● If the ORIGINAL SIZE indicator is blinking, rotate the original so that it is the same orientation as blinking ORIGINAL SIZE indicator.

● Make sure that the PAPER SIZE indicator is lit. If the indicator is not lit, no tray has the same size of paper as the original. Load paper of the required size in a tray, or select the bypass tray with the [TRAY SELECT] key ( ) and copy from the bypass tray.

● The bypass tray must be manually selected.

● To copy on paper of a different size than the

original, select the paper with the [TRAY SELECT] key ( ).

Note

Set the number of copies.

Do not place originals of different sizes together in the document feeder tray. This may cause misfeeds.

COPY FUNCTIONS

AUTO

Auto paper select mode (Two-tray model only)

When the AUTO PAPER SELECT indicator ( ) lights up, "Auto paper select mode" is enabled. This function automatically selects the paper that is the same size as the original A5, A4, A4R, B4, A3 paper. "Auto paper select mode" can be disabled in the user programs. (p.38)

• The sizes of paper that can be loaded vary by country and region.

• If a zoom setting is selected after placing the original, the paper size that is appropriate for the zoom setting will

be automatically selected.

• "Auto paper select mode" is cancelled if the automatic ratio selection is enabled (p.25) or if a tray is selected with the [TRAY SELECT] key ( ). Auto paper select resumes operation when the [CLEAR ALL] key ( ) is pressed or when "Auto clear time" activates.

Removing the document cover

To copy large originals like newspapers, remove the document cover. To remove the cover, lift straight up as shown. To replace the cover, do the reverse. The SPF cannot be removed.

Copying books or originals with folds or creases

Press down on the document cover/SPF while copying as shown. If the document cover/SPF is not completely closed, shadows may appear on the copy or it may be fuzzy. Straighten originals with folds or creases well before placing.

Originals that can be used in the SPF

Originals that are A5 to A3 and 56 g/m2 to 90 g/m2 can be used. A maximum of 40 pages can be placed at once. For originals that are B4 or larger (A3), a maximum of 30 pages can be placed at once.

Note

• Make sure that there are no paper clips or staples on the original.

• Straighten curled originals before placing them in the document feeder tray. Curled originals may cause misfeeds.

Originals that cannot be used in the SPF

The following originals cannot be used. These may cause misfeeds or smudging and unclear images.

• Transparencies, tracing paper, other transparent or translucent paper, and photographs.

• Carbon paper, thermal paper.

• Originals that are creased, folded, or torn.

• Glued originals, cut-out originals.

• Originals with binder holes.

• Originals printed using an ink ribbon (thermal

transfer printing), originals on thermal transfer paper.

Stream feeding mode

If "Stream feeding mode" is enabled in the user programs (p.38), the SPF indicator will blink for about 5 seconds after all originals are fed. If a new original is placed in the SPF during this time, the original will be automatically fed in and copying will begin.

COPY FUNCTIONS

Note

MAKING A COPY DARKER OR LIGHTER

Automatic exposure adjustment is initially enabled. This function automatically adjusts the copy image according to the original being copied. If you wish to select the exposure level yourself, follow the steps below. (Select from two original types and five exposure levels for each original type.) The exposure level used in automatic exposure adjustment can also be changed. ("ADJUSTING THE AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE LEVEL" (p.36))

Original types

●

AUTO......Automatic exposure adjustment is enabled and the exposure is automatically adjusted according to the

original being copied. The exposure is lowered for coloured areas and background shadows.

●

TEXT.......The exposure is raised for light areas and lowered for dark backgrounds to make text easier to read.

●

PHOTO ...Halftones in the photo are reproduced with greater clarity.

Press the [AUTO/TEXT/PHOTO] key

( / / ) to select the original

AUTO

type.

To adjust the exposure of

AUTO

To return to automatic adjustment, press until the AUTO indicator ( ) lights.

a text original manually, press until the TEXT indicator ( ) lights. To copy a photo, press until the PHOTO indicator ( ) lights.

AUTO

Press the [Light] key ( ) or [Dark]

key ( ) to adjust the exposure.

For a darker image,

AUTO

135

Exposure value guidelines

1 – 2 Dark originals like newspapers 3 Normal originals 4 – 5 Coloured text or text written in pencil

press the [Dark] key ( ). For a lighter image, press the [Light] key (). If exposure level 2 or 4 is selected, the two indicators will light simultaneously.

SELECTING THE TRAY

If you wish to use a tray other than the automatically selected tray (for example you wish to enlarge or reduce the copy or use the bypass tray), press the [TRAY SELECT] key ( ) to select the desired tray.

Note

• If the desired PAPER SIZE indicator does not light up, change the paper in the tray to the desired paper size. (p.19)

• Automatic ratio selection (p.25) does not operate when the bypass tray or a tray set for a special paper size is selected.

Auto tray switching (Two-tray model only)

If the tray runs out of paper during copying and there is another tray with the same size of paper and the same feeding orientation (horizontal or vertical), the other tray is automatically selected and copying continues. "Auto tray switching" can be disabled in the user programs. (p.38)

SETTING THE NUMBER OF COPIES

Press the numeric keys to set the number of copies.

Important note when making a large number of copies

The maximum number of copies can be changed in the user programs. (p.39) When the maximum number of pages (about 250 pages) that can be held in the paper output tray are output, copying will temporarily stop. When this

● The set number of copies appears in the display. A maximum of 999 copies (factory default setting) can be set.

● If you wish to make only a single copy, copying is possible with the display showing "0".

happens, promptly remove the copies and press the [START] key ( ) to resume copying. Copying will also stop after about 500 pages and 750 pages. Remove the pages and resume copying in the same way.

COPY FUNCTIONS

Note

If you enter the wrong number, press the [CLEAR] key ( ) and enter the correct number.

REDUCTION/ENLAREGMENT/ZOOM

The zoom function enables precise copy ratio selection from 25% to 400% in increments of 1%. There are three ways to enlarge and reduce copies, as explained below.

• Reduction and enlargement ratios can be selected automatically with the [AUTO IMAGE] key ( ).

"AUTOMATIC RATIO SELECTION" (below)

• Reduction and enlargement ratios can be selected manually with the [PRESET RATIO] selector keys

( , ) and/or the [Zoom] keys ( , ).

"MANUAL RATIO SELECTION" (p.26)

• Separate settings can be selected for the vertical and horizontal ratios.

"SELECTING THE VERTICAL AND HORIZONTAL COPY RATIOS SEPARATELY" (p.27)

Ratios that can be selected will vary depending on whether the original is placed on the document glass or in the SPF.

Original position Selectable ratios

Document glass 25% – 400%

SPF 50% – 200%

AUTO

AUTOMATIC RATIO SELECTION

Place the original(s) in the document

feeder tray or on the document glass.

If the original is placed on the

document glass, select the original size. (p.21)

Note

Automatic ratio selection can be used when the original size is A5, A4, A4R, B4, A3.

Use the [TRAY SELECT] key ( ) to

select the paper tray with the desired paper size.

This feature will not work when using copy paper of non-standard size or when using the bypass tray.

COPY FUNCTIONS

200

141

86 81 70

122 115

100

25 400%

ZOOM

Note

Press the [AUTO IMAGE] key ( ).

AUTO

Set the number of copies and other

copy settings, and then press the [START] key ( ).

The copy will be delivered to the paper output tray.

Note

To cancel automatic ratio selection, press the [AUTO IMAGE] key ( ) again.

AUTO

Note

The AUTO IMAGE indicator ( ) lights

AUTO %

•

If the ORIGINAL SIZE indicator blinks, change the orientation of the placed original.

• If the copy is made when a PRESET RATIO selector indicator is blinking, the copied image may run off the page.

up and the appropriate ratio for the original size and paper size is selected. (The indicator of the selected ratio will light up.)

AUTO

MANUAL RATIO SELECTION

Copies can be reduced down to 25% or enlarged up to 400%. The [PRESET RATIO] selector keys ( , ) can be pressed to quickly select a ratio from among eight preset ratios. In addition, the [Zoom] keys ( , ) can be pressed to select the ratio in increments of 1%.

Place the original(s) in the document

feeder tray or on the document glass.

When a [Zoom] key ( or ) is pressed, the ZOOM indicator will light up and the zoom ratio will appear in the display for about two seconds.

If the original is placed on the document

glass, select the original size. (p.21)

Use the [PRESET RATIO] selector

keys ( , ) and [Zoom] keys ( , ) to select the desired copy ratio.

Selecting a preset ratio

Press the [PRESET RATIO] selector key ( ) to move up through the preset ratios. Press the [PRESET RATIO] selector key ( ) to move down through the preset ratios.

Fine adjustment of the ratio

Any ratio from 25% to 400% can be set in increments of 1%.

Press a [PRESET RATIO] selector key ( or ) to set the approximate ratio, then press the [Zoom] keys ( or ) to increase or decrease the ratio.

To decrease or increase the zoom ratio rapidly, hold down the [Zoom] keys ( or ).

• To verify a zoom setting without changing the zoom ratio, Hold down the [Copy ratio display] key ( ). When the key is released, the display will return to the number of copies display.

• If the copy is made when a PRESET RATIO selector indicator or the ZOOM indicator is blinking, the copied image may run off the page. To ensure that the image fits on the page, lower the copy ratio until the indicator stops blinking and lights steadily.

• If the PAPER SIZE indicator is not lit, there is no appropriate paper. Load appropriate paper in a paper tray. (p.17)

Set the number of copies and other

copy settings, and then press the [START] key ( ).

The copy will be delivered to the paper output tray.

Note

To return the ratio to 100%, press the [PRESET RATIO] selector key ( or ) until the 100% indicator lights up.

COPY FUNCTIONS

ZOOM

SELECTING THE VERTICAL AND HORIZONTAL COPY RATIOS SEPARATELY

(XY ZOOM copying)

The XY ZOOM feature allows the horizontal and vertical copy ratios to be changed independently.

Example:

Ratios that can be selected will vary depending on the position of the original.

Reduction only in the horizontal direction.

Original Copy

Note

Place the original(s) in the document feeder tray or on the document glass.

If the original is placed on the document glass, select the original size. (p.21)

Press the [XY-ZOOM] key ( ).

• 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.

• The XY ZOOM feature cannot be used in combination with the AUTO IMAGE function.

Original position Selectable ratios

Document glass 25% – 400%

SPF 50% – 200%

XY-ZOOM Indicator ( ) lights up. The current value for the vertical direction will appear in the display.

Use the [PRESET RATIO] selector

keys ( , ) and [Zoom] keys ( , ) to change the copy ratio in the vertical direction.

25 400%

Press the [PRESET RATIO] selector keys ( , ) to select a ratio close to the desired ratio, and then press the [Zoom] keys ( , ) to adjust the ratio in increments of 1%. The ratio appears in the display.

Press the [Copy ratio display] key

().

The selected ratio for the vertical direction will be entered.

COPY FUNCTIONS

Use the [PRESET RATIO] selector

keys ( , ) and [Zoom] keys ( , ) to change the copy ratio in the horizontal direction.

Press the [PRESET RATIO] selector keys ( ,

) to select a ratio close to the desired ratio, and then press the [Zoom] keys ( , ) to adjust the ratio in increments of 1%. The ratio appears in the display.

Press the [Copy ratio display] key

().

The selected ratio for the horizontal direction will be entered and the display will change to the number of copies display.

Set the number of copies and other

copy settings, and then press the [START] key ( ).

The copy will be delivered to the paper output tray.

Note

• To verify the copy ratios, press and hold down the [Copy ratio display] key ( ). The vertical and horizontal ratios will be alternately displayed.

• If you need to change the ratios, press the [PRESET RATIO] selector keys ( , )

to reset the

and the [Zoom] keys ( ratios, beginning with the vertical ratio. (step 4)

• To cancel XY ZOOM copy, press the [XY-ZOOM] key ( ). The XY-ZOOM indicator ( ) will go off, indicating that the function is cancelled.

, )

TWO-SIDED COPYING USING THE

Original A

Copied original A

Original A

Copied original A

Original B

Copied original A

Original B

Copied original A

BYPASS TRAY

To perform manual two-sided copying, follow these steps.

Example: Copying originals A and B onto each side of one sheet of paper

Copy original A.

Original A

Original B

Copy

Turn the copy of original A over, and

without changing the position of the edge closest to you, insert it in the bypass tray.

Insert the paper all the way in.

Place original B as shown below.

Vertically-oriented original:

If the original is oriented vertically, place it in the same orientation as original A.

Horizontally-oriented original:

If the original is oriented horizontally, place it with the top and bottom and left and right sides reversed with respect to the placement of original A.

Note

Select the bypass tray with the [TRAY

• Copies made on the back side of paper should always be made one sheet at a time using the bypass tray.

• Straighten curled or wavy paper before using it. Curled paper may cause misfeeds, creases, or a poor-quality image.

SELECT] key ( ), and then press the [START] key ( ).

The copy is delivered to the paper output tray.

DUAL PAGE COPYING

A dual page original can be automatically separated into two pages during copying. This feature is convenient for making copies of books and other dual page originals on individual sheets of paper.

Original Copy

Note

Place the original on the document

• A4 paper is used for dual page copying.

• When used in combination with XY ZOOM copying, enlargement is not possible.

• Dual page copying cannot be used in combination with the enlargement copying.

• Automatic ratio selection cannot be used when dual page copying is used.

• Dual page copying cannot be selected when an original is placed in the SPF.

glass, aligning the division between the pages with the size marker ( A4). Close the document cover/SPF.

Copying will begin from the page to the right of the size marker.

Note

To keep the copies in the correct page order when performing dual page copying over multiple pages, make sure that the original is always placed on the document glass with the lower page number to the right.

Make sure that a paper tray with A4

size paper is selected.

Set the number of copies and other

copy settings, and press the [START] key ( ).

The copy will be delivered to the paper output tray.

Note

To cancel dual page copying, press the [DUAL PAGE COPY] key ( ). The DUAL PAGE COPY indicator ( ) will go off, indicating that the function is cancelled.

Set the original size to A3.

Press the [DUAL PAGE COPY] key

( ) and make sure that the DUAL PAGE COPY indicator ( ) is lit.

INTERRUPTING A COPY RUN

INTERRUPT

(Interrupt copying)

A copy run can be temporarily interrupted to allow another copy job to be performed. When the other job is finished, the copy run will resume using the original copy settings.

Note

Press the [INTERRUPT] key ( ) to

Interrupt copying is not possible when the user programs are being configured, or scanning is being performed.

interrupt the copy run.

The INTERRUPT indicator will light up and the machine will revert to the initial settings. (p.15) The INTERRUPT indicator will blink until the current copy run stops.

Note

• If the SPF is being used, the copy run will not stop until the set number of copies is completed.

• If "Auditing mode" is enabled:

"- - -" will appear in the number of copies display. Enter your 3-digit account number. Copying will not be possible unless a correct account number is entered. (p.43)

When the copy job is finished, press

the [INTERRUPT] key ( ) and remove the original(s).

The INTERRUPT indicator will go off, indicating that the interrupt function is no longer operating. The copy settings will automatically revert to the settings selected for the copy run before the run was interrupted.

Replace the previous original(s) and

press the [START] key ( ).

The interrupted copy run will resume.

Remove the previous original(s) and

place the original(s) of the interrupt copy job.

Set the number of copies and other

copy settings and then press the [START] key ( ).

A: Copies made before the interrupt copy job B: Interrupt copy job C: Copies made after the interrupt copy job

The copy will be delivered to the paper output tray slightly offset from the copies of the interrupted run. (Offset function) The offset function can be disabled in the user programs. (p.39)

The machine includes a USB 1.1 port and a parallel port as standard equipment. A computer can be connected to these ports to use the machine as a printer or a scanner. To use the machine as a printer or scanner, the printer driver or scanner driver must first be installed as explained in the "Software Setup Guide".

Chapter 3

PRINTER/SCANNER FUNCTIONS

Note

• If a problem occurs in printer or scanner mode, see "TROUBLESHOOTING" (p.45).

• The scanning feature is only available with Windows 98/Me/2000/XP using a USB connection. For users

running Windows 95/NT 4.0 or using a parallel connection, only printing is available.

• When interrupt copying is being performed, printing is not possible.

USING THE PRINTER MODE

The procedure for loading paper is the same as for loading copy paper. See "LOADING PAPER". (p.16)

Note

BASIC PROCEDURE FOR PRINTING

The basic procedure for printing is explained below. To use convenient printer functions, see the "Online Manual" or the printer driver help file.

• Print jobs received while the machine is copying or being used in scanner mode will be stored in memory. When the copy job is finished or scanner mode is exited, the print jobs will begin printing.

• Printing is not possible when the front or side cover is opened for machine maintenance, or when a misfeed occurs or the machine runs out of paper or toner, or when the drum cartridge reaches its replacement time.

• If an original misfeed occurs in the SPF, printing will not be possible until the misfed original is removed and the SPF is restored to a usable state.

Make sure that paper is loaded in the

tray.

The procedure for loading paper is the same as for copying. See "LOADING PAPER" (p.16) and make sure the paper that you wish to use is loaded.

Note

Make sure that the ON LINE indicator

( ) on the operation panel is lit.

Make sure that the paper size setting on the machine is the same as the paper size set in the printer driver.

If the ON LINE indicator ( ) is not lit, press the [ON LINE] key ( ). When the indicator is not lit, the machine is off-line and cannot print. When the indicator is blinking, a print job is transferred to the machine.

Open the file that you wish to print

and select "Print" from the File menu.

Make sure that the printer driver for

the machine is selected, and select print settings in the printer driver.

For information on the settings in the printer driver, see the "Online Manual", the "Software Setup Guide", or the printer driver help file.

Click the "Print" button or the "OK"

button to begin printing.

The print job will be delivered to the paper output tray.

Important points when setting the paper size

PRINTER/SCANNER FUNCTIONS

Pausing a print job

To pause a print job during printing, press the [ON LINE] key ( ) on the operation panel to switch the machine off-line. Printing will be paused and the ON LINE indicator ( ) will blink. To cancel a print job, press the [CLEAR] key ( ) or the [CLEAR ALL] key ( ). To resume printing, press the [ON LINE] key ( ) to switch the machine online.

When "Use close paper size" is disabled

The PAPER SIZE indicator on the operation panel will blink. You can press the [TRAY SELECT] key ( ) to select a tray manually, or load paper in the bypass tray and press the [ON LINE] key ( ) to begin printing.

When "Use close paper size" is enabled

Printing will take place using a size of paper that is close to the size of the print image.

Note

For limitations on copying in print mode, scanner mode limitations, and print mode limitations in copy and scanner mode, see "OPERATION IN COPY, PRINTER, AND SCANNER MODES". (p.35)

USING THE SCANNER MODE

The procedure for placing the original is the same as for copying. See "NORMAL COPYING". (p.21)

Note

SCANNING USING THE KEYS ON THE MACHINE

The procedure for scanning using the [SCAN] key ( ) and [SCAN MENU] keys is explained in the following. When scanning is performed by this method, the application that has been set in Button Manager will automatically start and the scanned image will be pasted into the application.

Scanner mode cannot be used at the following situations:

• A misfeed has occurred (paper misfeed or original misfeed in the SPF).

• The user programs are being used.

• The tray paper size is being set.

• Automatic exposure adjustment is in progress.

• When the toner save mode setting is being changed.

• The machine is being used in copy mode.

• The front or side cover is open.

Note

Press the [SCAN] key ( ).

If the machine is in copy mode, press the [SCAN] key ( ) to switch to scanner mode and clear the previously set copy settings.

When the SCAN indicator lights up, the machine enters scanner mode.

If the machine is connected to a computer, the display at left will appear.

Place the original(s) in the document

feeder tray or on the document glass.

PRINTER/SCANNER FUNCTIONS

Press a [SCAN MENU] key to begin

scanning.

The display will show the number of the [SCAN MENU] key that you pressed, and the number will light and the SCAN indicator will be blinking.

Note

• To return to copy mode from scanner mode, press the [SCAN] key ( ) or [CLEAR ALL] key ( ).

• For limitations on copying and printing in scanner mode, and scanner mode while copying or printing, see COPY, PRINTER, AND SCANNER MODES". (p.35)

"OPERATION IN

[SCAN MENU] keys and the Button Manager scan menu

The six [SCAN MENU] keys can be configured separately in Button Manager. The factory default settings for the [SCAN MENU] keys and Button Manager are given in the table below. For information on Button Manager settings, see the Button Manager help file.

It is convenient to write the function selected for each key in Button Manager above the

12 34 56

Key position Name in display Button Manager menu Application that starts

1 (key on far left) SC1 ScanMenu SC1 Sharpdesk 2 (2nd key from left) SC2 ScanMenu SC2 Email 3 (3rd key from left) SC3 ScanMenu SC3 FAX 4 (4th key from left) SC4 ScanMenu SC4 OCR 5 (5th key from left) SC5 ScanMenu SC5 Microsoft Word 6 (key on far right) SC6 ScanMenu SC6 Filing

key.

SCANNING FROM YOUR COMPUTER

The machine supports the TWAIN standard, making it possible to scan from TWAIN-compliant applications. The machine also supports WIA (Windows Image Acquisition), making it possible to scan from the "Scan and Camera Wizard" in Windows XP. See the Online Manual for the procedures for TWAIN and WIA scanning. For information on TWAIN and WIA settings, see the help file for the scanner driver or Windows Help.

OPERATION IN COPY, PRINTER, AND SCANNER MODES

Some operations cannot be performed simultaneously when the machine is being used in printer mode, copy mode, or scanner mode.

Modes Copying Printing

Copy

Printer During printing

Scanner

*1Can be used after pressing the [INTERRUPT] key ( ).

Printing will begin when the [CLEAR ALL] key ( ) is pressed after the copy job is finished, or when the [ON LINE] key ( ) is

pressed to switch the machine online. Printing will also begin after the set auto clear time elapses, or after 60 seconds if "Auto clear time" is disabled.

The print job is paused and copying begins.

The scan job is stored and scanning begins when the print job is finished.

The print job is stored in the computer and printing begins when the scan job is finished.

Copy key input

During copying

During scan preview/ during scanning

YesYesYesNo

Yes*

No No*

No*

No Yes*

Scanning from a

computer

No No

Scanning from

the machine

Yes*

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This chapter explains how to set the automatic exposure level, toner save mode, and the user programs, which are custom settings that control fine points of the machine’s operation.

ADJUSTING THE AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE LEVEL

The exposure level used in automatic exposure adjustment, which automatically adjusts the copy exposure according to the original, can be adjusted. If copies tend to be too dark or too light when automatic exposure adjustment is used, follow the steps below to adjust the automatic exposure level. The automatic exposure level can be adjusted separately for the document glass and the SPF.

Chapter 4

USER SETTINGS

Note

To adjust the automatic exposure

level in the SPF, place the original in the SPF. (p.22)

Make sure that the SPF indicator is lit.

Note

Press the [AUTO/TEXT/PHOTO] key

( / / ) to select "PHOTO" ().

Hold down the [AUTO/TEXT/PHOTO]

key ( / / ) until the AUTO indicator ( ) blinks.

AUTO

The copy, scanner and printer functions cannot be used while the automatic exposure level is being adjusted.

To adjust the automatic exposure level for copies made from originals placed on the document glass, proceed to step 2.

AUTO

The exposure level

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indicators show the current setting.

Press the [Light] key ( ) or [Dark]

key ( ) to lighten or darken the automatic exposure level as desired.

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Press the [AUTO/TEXT/PHOTO] key

( / / ) to complete the

AUTO

setting.

The AUTO indicator ( ) stops blinking and lights steadily.

Note

After adjusting the automatic exposure level, it is recommended that you make a test copy to check the new level.

AUTO

ENABLING TONER SAVE MODE

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Toner save mode can be enabled to reduce toner consumption by about 10%.

Press the [AUTO/TEXT/PHOTO] key

( / / ) to select "TEXT"

AUTO

().

Hold down the [AUTO/TEXT/PHOTO]

key ( / / ) until the PHOTO indicator ( ) blinks.

AUTO

To enable toner save mode, press the

[Light] key ( ). To disable toner save mode, press the [Dark] key ( ).

AUTO

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The exposure level indicators show the current setting.

When enabling toner save mode, make sure that "1" is lit. When disabling toner save mode, make sure that "5" is lit.

Press the [AUTO/TEXT/PHOTO] key

( / / ) to complete the

AUTO

setting.

The PHOTO indicator ( ) stops blinking and lights steadily.

CUSTOMISING SETTINGS

ENTER

(User programs)

The user programs allow you to customise the machine to match your needs.

USER PROGRAMS

Program

number

1 Auto clear time

2 Preheat mode

9 Auto tray switching

10 to 15 Auditing mode – See "AUDITING MODE SETTINGS" (p.41)

Program name

Auto power shut-off timer

Stream feeding mode

Auto power shut-off setting

Auto paper select

mode

Setting codes

(factory default setting

appears in bold)

1: OFF 2: 10 sec. 3: 20 sec.

4: 60 sec.

5: 90 sec. 6: 120 sec.

1: 1 min.

2: 5 min. 3: 30 min. 4: 60 min. 5: 120 min. 6: 240 min.

1: 5 min.

2: 30 min. 3: 60 min. 4: 120 min. 5: 240 min.

0: OFF

1: ON

0: OFF

1: ON

0: OFF

1: ON

0: OFF

1: ON

Explanation

• "Auto clear time" automatically returns the copy settings to the initial settings (p.15) when a certain period of time elapses after a copy is made. This program is used to select the period of time. "Auto clear time" can also be disabled.

• This function automatically switches the machine to a low power consumption state if the set duration of time elapses without the machine being used when the power is on. The POWER SAVE indicator ( ) lights up, however, the keys on the operation panel can be used. Normal operation automatically resumes when a key on the operation panel is pressed, an original is placed, a print job is received, or scanning is begun from a computer.

• This function automatically switches the machine to a state that consumes even less power than preheat mode if the set duration of time elapses without the machine being used when the power is on. All lights except the POWER SAVE indicator ( ) and ON LINE indicator ( ) go off. To resume normal operation, press the [START] key ( ). Normal operation also resumes automatically when a print job is received or scanning is begun from a computer. While in auto power shut-off mode, no keys (except the [START] key ( )) can be used.

• When copying using the SPF, during the period of time that the SPF indicator blinks after an original has been scanned (about 5 seconds), a subsequent original can be placed and automatically fed into the machine.

• Use this setting to enable or disable auto power shut-off.

• This function automatically selects paper that is the same size as the original placed in the SPF, or the same size as that selected with the [ORIGINAL SIZE ENTER] key ( ) The function can be disabled.

• If the paper runs out during printing and there is paper of the same size and orientation in another tray, this function automatically switches to that tray (excluding the bypass tray). The function can be disabled.

*1On model with the SPF.

On model with the two trays.

USER SETTINGS

Program

number

25 Key auto repeat

26 Key press time

27 Audible signals volume

29 Number of copies limit

30 Use close paper size

31 Default tray setting

*3AL-1633 is as follows:

1: Paper tray (factory default), 5: Bypass tray

Program name

Offset of paper output tray

Resolution in Auto/Text mode

Base setting beep signal

Default exposure mode

Setting codes

(factory default setting

appears in bold)

0: OFF

1: ON

1: 300dpi

2: 600dpi

0: OFF

1: ON

1: Minimum

(current response

speed) 2: 0.5 sec. 3: 1.0 sec. 4: 1.5 sec. 5: 2.0 sec.

1: Short beep 2: Long beep 3: OFF

0: OFF

1: ON 1: 99 copies

2: 999 copies

0: OFF

1: ON

1: Upper paper tray* 2: Lower paper tray* 5: Bypass tray*

1: AUTO

2: TEXT 3: PHOTO

Explanation

•

When enabled, this function offsets the position in the paper output tray of interrupt copy jobs, and print jobs when using the printer function.

• The copy resolution in auto and text mode is normally 300 dpi. If high-quality copies are preferred, use this setting to change the resolution to 600 dpi.

• Use this setting to select whether or not holding down a key causes repeated input of the key. For keys that normally cause a set value to increase when held down (for example, holding down the [ZOOM] key (

)), this program can be used to have the set

value not change when the key is held down.

• Use this setting to select how long a key must be pressed for the input to be accepted. By selecting a longer time, you can prevent settings from being changed by the accidental pressing of a key.

• This sets the volume of beep signals. (p.40)

• Use this to sound a beep when a base setting

is selected. (p.40)

• Use this setting to select 99 or 999 for the maximum number of copies.

• When this function is enabled, printing in printer mode will automatically continue using a different size of paper if the specified size of paper runs out in all trays. This feature does not function in copy mode.

• Use this program to select a default tray. This

tray is automatically selected each time the power is turned on or each time the machine reverts to the initial settings.

• Use this program to set "AUTO", "TEXT", or "PHOTO" as the default exposure mode.

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Note

SELECTING A SETTING FOR A USER PROGRAM

Hold down the [Light] key ( ) until

the alarm indicators ( , , , ) blink.

The display shows "- -" with the left hyphen blinking.

Enter the program number with the

numeric keys.

• See "USER PROGRAMS" (p.38 to p.39) for the program numbers.

• The selected program number blinks.

• For example, to select "Auto clear timer", press the [1] key.

Enter the desired setting code by

pressing a numeric key.

• For the setting codes, see "USER PROGRAMS". (p.38 to p.39)

• The selected setting code blinks.

• For example, to select 90 seconds, press the [5] key.

Note

Press the [START] key ( ).

If you enter the wrong number, press the [CLEAR] key ( ) and return to step 2.

The selected setting code stops blinking and lights steadily.

If you enter the wrong number, press the [CLEAR] key ( ) and then enter the correct number.

To select a setting for another user program, press the [CLEAR] key ( ) and then return to step 2.

Press the [START] key ( ).

• The selected program number stops blinking and lights steadily.

• The currently selected setting code blinks on the right side of the display.

Note

Press the [Light] key ( ) to complete

the settings.

The alarm indicators ( , , , ) go off and the display returns to the number of copies display.

Audible signals (key entry beep, invalid key beep, base setting beep)

The machine sounds three different types of beep signals: a key entry beep that sounds when a valid key is pressed, an invalid key beep that sounds when an invalid key is pressed, and a base setting beep that sounds when a setting is the same as the base setting (base settings are explained below). The base setting beep is initially disabled. If you wish to enable the base setting beep, see "Base setting beep signal" on page 39. If you wish to change the volume of the beep signals or disable them, see "Audible signals volume" on page 39. The beep patterns of each type of beep signal are as follows:

Key entry beep ......................... One beep

Invalid key beep ......................Two beeps

Base setting beep ................ Three beeps

Base settings

The base settings are preset standard selections for each copy setting. The base settings are as follows:

Copy ratio ........................................ 100%

Light and Dark indicator........................ 3

Paper feed location ....... Upper paper tray

ORIGINAL SIZE........................................A4

AUTO/TEXT/PHOTO ( / / )

............................................................ AUTO

AUTO

SETTINGS FOR AUDITING MODE

AUDITING MODE

When "Auditing mode" is enabled, a count is kept of the number of copies made by each account (up to 20 accounts can be established), and the counts can be displayed and totalled as necessary. In "Auditing mode", the display shows "- - -", and this indicates that a 3-digit account number must be entered in order to use the machine for copying.

Note

The administrator of the machine should complete the following settings:

• Enable "Auditing mode" (p.43)

• Account number entry (p.43)

AUDITING MODE SETTINGS

Program

number

Program name

Auditing mode

Account number entry None

Account number change

Account number deletion

Number of copies per account

Setting codes

(factory default settings

are indicated in bold)

0: OFF

1: ON

None Use to change an account number.

0: Delete single account

1: Delete all accounts

None

Explanation

Use to enable or disable "Auditing mode". "Auditing mode" is initially disabled.

Use to set up account numbers. Up to 20 accounts can be established.

Use to delete an account number. A single account number can be deleted, or all account numbers at once.

This displays the number of copies made by each account. The maximum count is 49,999. If this number is exceeded, the count will start over from 0.

Resetting account

0: Reset single account

1: Reset all accounts

Use to reset the copy count of an account to 0. The copy count of a single account or of all accounts can be reset.

USER SETTINGS

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Note

SELECTING AUDITING MODE SETTINGS

Hold down the [Light] key ( ) until

the alarm indicators ( , , , ) blink.

The display shows "- -" with the left hyphen blinking.

Enter the program number with the

numeric keys.

• See "AUDITING MODE SETTINGS" (p.41) for the program numbers.

• The selected program number blinks.

• For example, to select "Auditing mode", enter "10".

If you enter the wrong number, press the [CLEAR] key ( ) and then enter the correct number.

Press the [Light] key ( ) to complete

the settings.

The alarm indicators ( , , , ) go off and the display returns to the number of copies display.

Press the [START] key ( ).

• The selected program number stops blinking and lights steadily.

• The currently selected setting code blinks on the right side of the display.

Enter the desired setting code for the

program as explained in the detailed procedures on the following pages.

For the setting codes, see "AUDITING MODE SETTINGS". (p.41)

Note

• If you enter the wrong number, press the [CLEAR] key ( ) and return to step 2.

• If "E" (error code) blinks in the first digit of the display, press the [CLEAR] key ( ) and return to step 2.

USER SETTINGS

Auditing mode

(program No.10)

1 Press the [1] key to enable "Auditing

mode" or the [0] key to disable it, and then press the [START] key ( ).

Note

2 Press the [CLEAR] key ( ).

After enabling "Auditing mode", use "Account number entry" to establish account numbers for each account (up 20 accounts can be established).

Account number entry

(program No.11)

If 20 accounts have already been established, the error code "11E" will appear in the display.

1 Use the numeric keys to enter a 3-digit

number (any number except "000") and then press the [START] key ( ).

Note

2 Press the [CLEAR] key ( ).

• If you enter "000" or a number that has already been stored, the number will blink in the display. Enter a different number. (Up to 20 accounts can be established.)

• Repeat the same procedure to enter any other account numbers that you wish to establish.

• Keep a record of what group is using each account number (account names cannot be stored, so keep a record to prevent confusion when totalling account values).

Account number change

(program No.12)

Use this procedure to change an account number. If no account numbers have been established, the error code "12E" will appear in the display.

1 Press the [Copy ratio display] key ( ) to

select the account number that you wish to change, and then press the [START] key ().

The display will show 3 blinking hyphens "- - -".

2 Press the numeric keys to enter a new

account number (any 3-digit number except "000"), and then press the [START] key ( ).

Note

• If you enter "000" or a number that has already been stored, the number will blink in the display. Enter a different number.

• To change another account number, repeat steps 1 and 2.

Account number deletion

(program No.13)

Use this procedure to delete account numbers. A single account number can be deleted, or all account numbers at once.

If no account numbers have been established, the error code "13E" will appear in the display.

[Deleting all accounts at once] Press the [1] key and then press the [START]

key ( ).

All account numbers will be deleted.

[Deleting a single account] 1 Press the [0] key, and then press the

[START] key ( ).

2 Select the account number to be deleted

with the [Copy ratio display] key ( ) and then press the [START] key ( ).

Note

To delete another account number, enter the program number (13) for account number deletion and then repeat the procedure for "Deleting a single account".

Number of copies per account

(program No.14)

Use this procedure to display the copy count of each account. If no account numbers have been established, the error code "14E" will appear in the display.

1 Select the account number with the [Copy

ratio display] key ( ).

2 Hold down the [0] key.

The copy count of the selected account will appear in the display while you hold down the [0] key. The count is displayed sequentially as shown below.

Example: 12,345 copies

Note

3 When finished, press the [CLEAR] key

().

• Each A3 size page is counted as two pages.

• To view the copy count of another account, repeat steps 1 and 2.

3 When finished, press the [CLEAR] key

().

USER SETTINGS

Note

ACC.#-C

Resetting account

(program No.15)

The copy count of a single account or all accounts can be reset to 0. If no account numbers have been established, the error code "15E" will appear in the display.

[Resetting all accounts] Press the [1] key and then press the [START]

key ( ).

The copy counts of all accounts will be deleted.

[Resetting a single account] 1 Press the [0] key, and then press the

[START] key ( ).

2 Select the account number to be reset with

the [Copy ratio display] key ( ) and then press the [START] key ( ).

Note

To reset another account number, enter the program number (15) for account number deletion and then repeat the procedure for "Resetting a single account".

Copying when "Auditing mode" is enabled

When "Auditing mode" is enabled, "- - -" appears in the display.

Enter your 3-digit account number

with the numeric keys.

When you enter your account number, "0" appears in the display to indicate that copying is possible.

Note

If you enter an incorrect number, press the [CLEAR] key ( ) and then enter the correct number.

Follow the appropriate steps to make

the copy.

If you are performing an interrupt copy (p.31), be sure to press the [INTERRUPT] key ( ) when finished to exit interrupt mode.

When finished, press the [AUDIT

CLEAR] key ( ).

Note

If a misfeed occurs or the paper runs out during copying, your session will not end even if the [AUDIT CLEAR] key ( ) is pressed.

ACC.#-C

This chapter describes troubleshooting and misfeed removal.

TROUBLESHOOTING

If you experience difficulty using the machine, check the following troubleshooting guide before calling for service. Many problems can be easily resolved by the user. If you are unable to solve the problem using the troubleshooting guide, turn off the power switch and unplug the machine, and contact your authorised service representative.

MACHINE/COPYING PROBLEMS

Chapter 5

TROUBLESHOOTING

The machine does not operate. ................................................................................................................. 46

Copies are too dark or too light.................................................................................................................. 46

Blank copies............................................................................................................................................... 46

Part of the image is cut off or there is too much blank space. ................................................................... 46

Wrinkles appear in the paper or the image disappears in places. ............................................................. 46

Paper misfeed. ........................................................................................................................................... 47

Original size not selected automatically. .................................................................................................... 47

Copies are smudged or dirty...................................................................................................................... 48

White or black lines appear on copies. ...................................................................................................... 48

Paper size for a paper tray cannot be set. ................................................................................................. 48

A copy job stops before it is finished.......................................................................................................... 48

The POWER SAVE indicator ( ) is lit. ..................................................................................................... 48

Any one of the alarm indicators ( ,,,) is lit or blinking. ........................................................ 48

Lighting fixture flickers. .............................................................................................................................. 48

PRINTING AND SCANNING PROBLEMS

The machine does not print. (ON LINE indicator ( ) does not blink.)....................................................... 49

The machine does not print. (ON LINE indicator ( ) was blinking.) ......................................................... 49

Printing is slow. .......................................................................................................................................... 50

The printed image is light and uneven. ...................................................................................................... 50

The printed image is dirty........................................................................................................................... 50

The printed image is skewed or it runs off the paper. ................................................................................ 50

Any one of the alarm indicators ( ,,,) is lit or blinking. ........................................................ 50

Poor scanning quality................................................................................................................................. 51

Unable to scan the image. ......................................................................................................................... 52

Removing the software .............................................................................................................................. 52

INDICATORS AND DISPLAY MESSAGES.................................................. 53

MISFEED REMOVAL .................................................................................... 54

REPLACING THE TD CARTRIDGE ............................................................. 61

REPLACING THE DRUM CARTRIDGE ....................................................... 62

TROUBLESHOOTING

MACHINE/COPYING PROBLEMS

The following problems are related to the general operation of the machine and copying.

Problem Cause and solution Page

The machine does not operate.

Copies are too dark or too light.

Blank copies.

The machine is not plugged into a power outlet.

→ Plug the machine into a grounded outlet.

Power switch OFF.

→ Turn the power switch ON.

The POWER SAVE indicator ( ) is blinking.

→ Indicates that the machine is warming up. Copies cannot be

made until the machine has finished warming up.

The front cover or the side cover is not completely closed.

→ Close the front cover or the side cover.

The machine is in auto power shut-off mode.

→ In auto power shut-off mode, all lights are off except the POWER

SAVE indicator ( ) and ON LINE indicator ( ). Press the [START] key ( ) to resume normal operation.

PAPER SIZE indicator is blinking.

→ A blinking paper feed location means that the size of paper

loaded in the tray is different from the paper size setting for the tray. Change the paper size setting. To clear the display, do one of the following:

• Use the [TRAY SELECT] key ( ) to change the tray selection.

• Open and close the tray.

• Press the [CLEAR ALL] key ( ).

Select the correct original type for the original.

→ Select AUTO with the [AUTO/TEXT/PHOTO] key or press the

[Light] key ( ) and [Dark] key ( ) to manually select an appropriate exposure.

→ If the copy is too light or too dark even though AUTO was

selected with the [AUTO/TEXT/PHOTO] key ( / / ), adjust the automatic exposure level.

AUTO

The original is not placed face up in the SPF or face down on the document glass.

→ Place the original face up in the SPF or face down on the

document glass.

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Part of the image is cut off or there is too much blank space.

Wrinkles appear in the paper or the image disappears in places.

The original was not placed in the correct position.

→ Place the original correctly.

An appropriate ratio was not used for the size of the original and the size of the paper.

→ Press the [AUTO IMAGE] key ( ) to have the copy made

using the appropriate ratio for the original and paper.

AUTO

The size of paper loaded in the tray was changed without changing the tray's paper size setting.

→ Be sure to change the tray's paper size setting whenever you

change the size of paper loaded in the tray.

The paper is outside of the specified size and weight range.

→ Use copy paper within the specified range.

Paper curled or damp.

→ Do not use curled or crimped paper. Replace with dry copy paper.

During periods when the machine is not used for a long time, remove the paper from the tray and store it in a dark place in a bag to prevent moisture absorption.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Cause and solution Page

Paper misfeed.

Misfeed occurs.

→ To remove the misfeed, see "MISFEED REMOVAL".

The paper is outside of the specified size and weight range.

→ Use copy paper within the specified range.

Paper curled or damp.

→ Do not use curled or crimped paper. Replace with dry copy paper.

During periods when the machine is not used for a long time, remove the paper from the tray and store it in a dark place in a bag to prevent moisture absorption.

Paper is not loaded properly.

→ Make sure the paper is properly installed.

Pieces of paper inside machine.

→ Remove all pieces of misfed paper.

Too much paper is loaded in the tray.

→ If the stack of paper is higher than the indicator line on the tray,

remove some of the paper and reload so that the stack does not exceed the line.

Some sheets of paper stick together.

→ Fan the paper well before loading it.

The guides on the bypass tray do not match the width of the paper.

→ Adjust the guides to match the width of the paper.

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Original size not selected automatically.

(only on the SPF model)

The bypass tray extension is not pulled out.

→ When loading a large size of paper, pull out the extension.

The bypass paper feed roller is dirty.

→ Clean the roller.

A5 paper is loaded in lower paper tray.

→ A5 size paper must be loaded in upper paper tray or the bypass

tray.

Original(s) curled.

→ The original size cannot be correctly detected if the original is

curled or folded. Straighten the original.

The original includes any large black solid areas.

→ If the original includes any large black solid areas, the original

size may not be detected automatically. Use the [ORIGINAL SIZE ENTER] key ( ) to select the paper size.

The machine is directly exposed to sunlight.

→ Install in a location that is not exposed to sunlight.

ENTER

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Problem Cause and solution Page

Copies are smudged or dirty.

The document glass or the underside of the document cover/SPF is dirty.

→ Clean regularly.

Original smudged or blotchy.

→ Use a clean original.

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White or black lines appear on copies.

Paper size for a paper tray cannot be set.

A copy job stops before it is finished.

The POWER SAVE indicator ( ) is lit.

The scanner glass in the SPF is dirty.

→ Clean the long, narrow glass in the SPF.

The transfer charger is dirty.

→ Clean the transfer charger.

Copying or printing is performed.

→ Set the paper size after copying or printing is complete.

The machine has stopped temporarily due to running out of paper or a misfeed.

→ Load paper or remove the misfeed, and then set the paper size.

An interrupt copy job is in progress.

→ Set the paper size after the interrupt copy job is finished.

The paper output tray is full.

→ Long copy runs are automatically paused every 250 copies.

Remove the copies in the paper output tray and press the [START] key ( ) to resume copying.

The tray is out of paper.

→ Load paper.

Any other indicators are lit.

→ If other indicators are lit, the machine is in "Preheat mode". Press

any key on the operation panel to resume normal operation.

The POWER SAVE indicator ( ) is only lit.

→ If only the POWER SAVE indicator ( ) is lit, the machine is in

auto power shut-off mode. Press the [START] key ( ) to resume normal operation.

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Any one of the alarm indicators ( , , , ) is lit or blinking.

Lighting fixture flickers.

See "INDICATORS AND DISPLAY MESSAGES" to check the meaning of the alarm indicator and error message in the display, and take appropriate action.

The same power outlet is being used for the lighting fixture and the machine.

→ Connect the machine to a power outlet which is not used for other

electric appliances.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

PRINTING AND SCANNING PROBLEMS

In addition to this section, troubleshooting information can also be found in the README files for each of the software programs. To view a README file, see the "Software Setup Guide".

Problem Cause and solution Page

The machine is set to off-line mode.

→ Press the [ON LINE] key ( ) to turn on the ON LINE indicator

().

The machine is not correctly connected with your computer.

→ Check both ends of the printer cable and make sure you have a

solid connection. Try a known good cable. For information on cables, see "SPECIFICATIONS".

The machine does not print.

(ON LINE indicator ( ) does not blink.)

Copy job is performed.

→ Wait until the copy job is complete.

The port setting is not correct.

→ Printing is not possible if the printer driver port setting is not

correct. Set the port correctly.

Your machine is not selected correctly in the current application for the print job.

→ When choosing "Print" from the "File" menu located in

applications, be sure you have selected "SHARP AL-XXXX" (where XXXX is the model name of your machine) printer displayed in the "Print" dialog box.

The printer driver has not been installed properly.

→ Follow these steps to check and see if the printer driver is

installed. 1 Click the "start" button, click "Control Panel", click "Printers

and Other Hardware", and then click "Printers and Faxes". (On Windows 95/98/Me/NT 4.0/2000, click the "Start" button, select "Settings" and then click "Printers".)

2 The "SHARP AL-XXXX" printer driver icon is not shown

(where XXXX is the model name of your machine).

3 If the icon is shown but you still cannot print, the printer driver

may not have been installed correctly. In this case, delete AL-1633/1644 Software and then reinstall it.

The tray size settings are not the same on the machine and in the printer driver.

→ Make sure that the same tray paper size is set on the machine

and in the printer driver. To change the tray paper size setting in the printer driver, see the Software Setup Guide.

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Software

Setup

Guide

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Software

Setup

Guide

The machine does not print. (ON LINE indicator ( ) was

blinking.)

The specified size of paper has not been loaded.

→ Load the specified size of paper in the paper tray.

The PAPER SIZE indicator is blinking.

→ When "Use close paper size (user program)" is disabled, the

PAPER SIZE indicator on the operation panel will blink. You can press the [TRAY SELECT] key ( ) to select a tray manually, or load paper in the bypass tray and press the [ON LINE] key ( ) to begin printing.

→ When "Use close paper size" is enabled, printing will take place

using a size of paper that is close to the size of the print image.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Cause and solution Page

Printing is slow.

The printed image is light and uneven.

The printed image is dirty.

Simultaneous use of two or more application software programs.

→ Start printing after quitting all unused application software

programs.

The paper is loaded so that printing takes place on the back side of the paper.

→ Some paper types have a front and back side. If the paper is

loaded so that printing takes place on the back side, toner will not adhere well to the paper and a good image will not be obtained.

You are using paper that is outside the specified size and weight range.

→ Use copy paper within the specified range.

Paper curled or damp.

→ Do not use curled or crimped paper. Replace with dry copy paper.

During periods when the machine is not used for a long time, remove the paper from the tray and store it in a dark place in a bag to prevent moisture absorption.

You did not set sufficient margins in the paper settings of your application.

→ The top and bottom of the paper may be dirty if the margins are

set outside of the specified print quality area.

→ Set the margins in the software application within the specified

print quality area.

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The printed image is skewed or it runs off the paper.

Any one of the alarm indicators ( , , , ) is lit or blinking.

The paper loaded in the tray is not the same size as that specified in the printer driver.

→ Check if the "Paper Size" options suit the size of the paper loaded

in the tray.

→ If the "Fit To Page" setting is activated, make sure that the paper

size selected from the drop-down list of the "Fit To Paper Size" option is the same as the size of the loaded paper.

The orientation of document setting is not correct.

→ Click the "Paper" tab in the printer driver setup screen, and verify

if the "Image Orientation" option is set to your requirements.

Paper is not loaded properly.

→ Make sure the paper is properly loaded.

You did not correctly specify the margins for the application in use.

→ Check the layout of the document margins and the paper size

settings for the application you are using. Also check if the print settings are specified correctly to suit the paper size.

See "INDICATORS AND DISPLAY MESSAGES" to check the meaning of the alarm indicator and error message in the display, and take appropriate action.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Cause and solution Page

The document glass or the underside of the document cover/SPF is dirty.

→ Clean regularly.

Poor scanning quality.

The original is smudged or blotchy.

→ Use a clean original.

You have not specified a suitable resolution.

→ Make sure that the resolution setting in the scanner driver is

appropriate for the original.

You are scanning a large area (for example an entire A3) at high resolution.

→ If you attempt to scan a large area at high resolution and there is

insufficient memory in the machine to hold the scanned data, scanning will take place at a lower resolution and the scanner driver will enhance the data to make up for the lower resolution. However, the quality of the enhanced image will not be as high as if scanning took place at the higher resolution. Use a lower resolution setting, or scan a smaller area.

You have not specified a suitable value for the "B/W Threshold" setting.

→ If you are scanning with a TWAIN-compliant application and are

using "White", "Red", "Green" or "Blue" mode from "Light Source" menu, make sure that a suitable value is specified for the "B/W Threshold" setting. A larger threshold value makes your output darker, while a small threshold value makes it lighter. To adjust the threshold automatically, click the "Auto Threshold" button on the "Image" tab of the "Professional" screen.

The brightness and contrast settings are not suitable.

→ If you are scanning with a TWAIN-compliant application and the

resulting image has unsuitable brightness or contrast (for example it is too bright), click the "Auto Brightness/Contrast Adjustment" button on the "Colour" tab of the "Custom Settings" screen. Click the "Brightness/Contrast" button to adjust the brightness and the contrast while viewing the scanned output image on the screen. If you are scanning with a WIA-compliant application or the "Scanner and Camera Wizard", click "Adjust the quality of the scanned picture" or the "Custom settings" button, and adjust the brightness and contrast in the screen that appears.

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The original is not placed face up in the SPF or face down on the document glass.

→ Place the original face up in the SPF or face down on the

document glass.

The original was not placed in the correct position.

→ Place the original correctly.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Cause and solution Page

If scanning is not possible, shut down your computer, turn off the machine’s power switch, and unplug the machine’s power cord. Next, start your computer, restore power to the machine, and try scanning again. If scanning is still not possible, check the following items.

Your application is not TWAIN/WIA compliant.

→ If your application is not TWAIN/WIA compliant, scanning will not

be possible. Make sure your application is TWAIN/WIA compliant.

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Unable to scan the image.

You have not selected the scanner driver of the machine in your application.

→ Make sure that the machine’s scanner driver is selected in your

TWAIN/WIA-compliant application.

You have not specified all scanning preferences appropriately.

→ Scanning a large area in full colour at high resolution results in a

large amount of data and extended scanning times. The scanning preferences should be set appropriately for type of original to be scanned, i.e., Text, Text/Graphics, Photograph, Colour, or Black & White.

Removing the software

If you need to remove the software, follow these steps.

Click the "start" button, and then click

"Control Panel".

On Windows 95/98/Me/NT 4.0/2000, click the "Start" button, select "Settings", and then click "Control Panel".

Click "Add or Remove Programs".

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On Windows 95/98/Me/NT 4.0/2000, double-click the "Add/Remove Programs" icon.

Select the printer/scanner driver for

the machine and Button Manager from the list, and remove the software.

For more information, refer to your operating manual or to the help files for your operating system.

INDICATORS AND DISPLAY

Misfeed indicator

Paper required indicator

TD cartridge replacement required indicator

Drum cartridge replacement required indicator

Display

MESSAGES

If one of the following indicators lights up or one of the following messages appears in the display, check the meaning of the indicator or message in the following table and take appropriate action.

Indication Cause and solution Page TD cartridge replacement required indicator Drum cartridge replacement required indicator

Paper required indicator

Misfeed indicator Blinking

ORIGINAL SIZE indicator Blinking

PAPER SIZE indicator Blinking

[CH] appears in display

Letters and numbers appear in the display

When "Use close paper size" is disabled

A3 A4 A4 A5 B4

EXTRA

Steadily

lit Blinking Steadily

lit Blinking

Steadily

lit

Steadily

lit

Blinking

Replacement of TD cartridge will be needed soon. Prepare a new cartridge.

TD cartridge must be replaced. Replace it with a new one. Replacement of drum cartridge will be needed soon.

Prepare a new cartridge. Drum cartridge must be replaced. Replace it with a new one. The tray is out of paper. Load paper. It is also possible that

the tray is not inserted completely into the machine. Make sure it is inserted correctly.

A paper misfeed has occurred. Remove the misfeed as explained in "MISFEED REMOVAL".

The original is not placed in the correct orientation. Rotate the original so that it is in the same orientation as the blinking ORIGINAL SIZE indicator.

A blinking paper feed location means that the size of paper loaded in the tray is different from the paper size setting for the tray. Change the paper size setting. To clear the display, do one of the following:

• Use the [TRAY SELECT] key ( ) to change the tray selection.

• Open and close the tray.

• Press the [CLEAR ALL] key ( ).

The front cover or the side cover is open. Close the front cover or the side cover.

The drum cartridge or TD cartridge is not installed correctly. Reinstall the drum cartridge or TD cartridge. If [CH] still blinks in the display after reinstalling the drum cartridge or TD cartridge, contact your authorised service representative.

Turn off the power switch, wait about 10 seconds, and then turn on the switch again. If this does not clear the message, write down the code that appears and then unplug the power cord and contact your authorised service representative. Tell your authorised service representative what code appeared and the circumstances under which it appeared.

Online manual

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MISFEED REMOVAL

Feeding roller cover

Roller

Right side cover

When a misfeed occurs, the misfeed indicator ( ) and a misfeed location indicator ( ) will blink and the machine will automatically stop. Check the blinking misfeed location indicator to identify the location of the misfeed and remove it.

Note

The paper may tear when you remove a misfeed. In this event, be sure to remove all torn pieces of paper from the machine, taking care not to touch the drum cartridge (the green part). Any scratches or damage to the surface of the drum will cause dirty copies.

AL-1644

(p.54)

(p.55)

(p.59)

AL-1633

(p.55)

MISFEED IN THE SPF (only on the SPF model)

Remove the misfed original.

Check sections A, B, and C in the left shows the illustration (see the next page), and remove the misfed original.

Section B

Open the SPF and rotate the two release rollers in the direction of the arrow to feed the original out. Close the SPF and then remove the original.

Section A

Open the feeding roller cover and remove the misfed original from the document feeder tray. Close the feeding roller cover.

If a small original (eg. A5) is misfed, open the right side cover and remove the original. Close the right side cover.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Section C

Remove the misfed original from the exit area.

If the misfed original cannot be easily removed from the exit area, open the moveable part of the document feeder tray and remove the original.

Open and close the SPF to make the

misfeed location indicator stop blinking.

You can also make the misfeed indicator stop blinking by opening and closing the feeding roller cover or the right side cover.

Return the originals indicated by the

minus number in the display to the document feeder tray and press the [START] key ( ).

Copying will resume from the originals that still remained when the misfeed occurred.

MISFEED IN THE BYPASS TRAY

Gently pull the misfed paper out.

Open and close the side cover.

Note

The misfeed indicator ( ) will go out.

• When closing the side cover, press down on the handle.

• If the misfeed indicator ( ) does not stop blinking, check for torn pieces of paper in the machine.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Roller rotating knob

MISFEED IN THE MACHINE

Open the bypass tray and the side

cover.

If the misfed paper is visible here, go to "C. Misfeed in the transport area".

If paper is misfed here, go to "A. Misfeed in the paper feed area".

A. Misfeed in the paper feed area

Check the misfeed location. Remove

the misfed paper following the instructions for each location in the illustration below.

If paper is misfed here, go to "B. Misfeed in the fusing area".

Push gently on both ends of the front

cover and open it.

Carefully remove the misfed paper.

Turn the roller rotating knob in the direction of the arrow to assist in removing it.

Be careful not to tear the misfed paper during removal.

Warning

The fusing unit is hot. Do not touch the fusing unit when removing misfed paper. Doing so may cause a burn or injury.

Close the front cover and side cover.

The misfeed indicator ( ) will go out.

Note

• When closing the front cover, gently hold both ends.

• When closing the side cover, press on the handle.

• If the misfeed indicator ( ) does not stop blinking, check for torn pieces of paper in the machine.

Caution

Do not touch the drum cartridge (green portion) when removing the misfed paper. Doing so may damage the drum and cause smudges on copies.

B. Misfeed in the fusing area

Roller rotating knob

Fusing unit release lever

Note

TROUBLESHOOTING

Push gently on both ends of the front

cover and open it.

Turn the roller rotating knob in the

direction of the arrow.

Carefully remove the misfed paper.

Lower the fusing unit release levers to allow easier removal.

Be careful not to tear the misfed paper during removal.

Lift the fusing unit release levers, to

return them to their operating position.

Close the front cover and side cover.

The misfeed indicator ( ) will go out.

• When closing the front cover, gently hold both ends.

• When closing the side cover, press on the handle.

• If the misfeed indicator ( ) does not stop blinking, check for torn pieces of paper in the machine.

Warning

Caution

The fusing unit is hot. Do not touch the fusing unit when removing misfed paper. Doing so may cause a burn or injury.

• Do not touch the drum cartridge (green portion) when removing the misfed paper. Doing so may damage the drum and cause smudges on copies.

• Be careful about unfixed toner on the misfed paper soiling your hands or clothes.

TROUBLESHOOTING

C. Misfeed in the transport area

Open the fusing paper guide by

pressing down the projection on either side of the guide and remove the misfed paper.

Be careful not to tear the misfed paper during removal.

Warning

If the misfed paper cannot be removed

The fusing unit is hot. Do not touch the fusing unit when removing misfed paper. Doing so may cause a burn or injury.

by the previous step but is visible in the paper output area, remove the paper by pulling it into the paper output area.

Be careful not to tear the misfed paper during removal.

Close the side cover.

The misfeed indicator ( ) will go out.

Note

• When closing the side cover, press on the handle.

• If the paper was torn, make sure that no torn pieces remain in the machine.

• If the misfeed indicator ( ) does not stop blinking, check for torn pieces of paper in the machine.

MISFEED IN THE UPPER PAPER TRAY

TROUBLESHOOTING

Note

Lift and pull out the upper paper tray

and remove the misfed paper.

Open and close the side cover.

Make sure that there is no misfed paper in the tray before pulling it out. (p.56)

Be careful not to tear the misfed paper during removal.

The misfeed indicator ( ) will go out.

Note

Close the upper paper tray.

• When closing the side cover, press on the handle.

• If the misfeed indicator ( ) does not stop blinking, check for torn pieces of paper in the machine.

Push the upper paper tray in completely.

TROUBLESHOOTING

MISFEED IN THE LOWER PAPER TRAY

Note

Open the lower side cover.

Remove the misfed paper.

Make sure that there is no misfed paper in the tray before pulling it out. (p.56)

Close the lower paper tray.

Grasp the handle to open the lower side cover.

Be careful not to tear the misfed paper during removal.

(Two-tray model only)

If the misfed paper is not seen in step

2, lift and pull out the lower paper tray and remove the misfed paper.

Be careful not to tear the misfed paper during removal.

Close the lower side cover.

The misfeed indicator ( ) will go out.

Note

If the misfeed indicator ( ) does not stop blinking, check for torn pieces of paper in the machine.

REPLACING THE TD CARTRIDGE

TD cartridge lock release lever

4 or 5 times

When the TD cartridge replacement required indicator ( ) lights up, the TD cartridge will need replacement soon. Obtain a new cartridge. When the TD cartridge replacement required indicator ( ) blinks, the TD cartridge must be replaced before copying can be resumed. Replace the TD cartridge by following the procedure below.

Note

Push on both ends of the front cover

and open it.

Pull the TD cartridge out while pulling

up on the lock release lever.

When the TD cartridge replacement indicator ( ) lights up, little toner remains and thus copies may be faint.

Pull out the TD cartridge until the green strap handle can be grasped. While supporting the TD cartridge at the green label with your left hand, grasp the green strap handle with your right hand and pull the TD cartridge all the way out.

Remove the protective cover from the

TD cartridge by unlatching three cover hooks from the holes on the cartridge and then pulling the cover in the direction indicated by the arrow in the illustration.

After removing the TD cartridge, do not shake

Caution

Remove the new TD cartridge from the

bag. Grasp the cartridge on both sides and shake it horizontally four or five times.

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. Dispose of the old TD cartridge in accordance with local regulations.

Insert the TD cartridge along the

guides until it locks in place.

If there is any dirt or dust on the TD cartridge, remove it before installing the cartridge.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Note

Close the front cover.

Note

The TD cartridge replacement required indicator ( ) will go out.

• Before closing the front cover, make sure that the TD cartridge is correctly installed.

• When closing the front cover, gently hold both ends.

REPLACING THE DRUM CARTRIDGE

The useful life of the drum cartridge is approximately 30,000 copies. When the internal counter reaches approximately 29,000 copies, the drum cartridge replacement required indicator ( ) will light up indicating that replacement of the drum cartridge will be needed soon. When the indicator begins to blink, replace the drum cartridge by following the procedure given below.

Caution

Do not remove the protective cover on the drum portion (black paper) of a new drum cartridge before use. The cover protects the drum against external light.

For the procedure to find out how many more copies can be made before the 30,000 mark is reached, see "DRUM CARTRIDGE LIFE" (p.65).

Open the bypass tray and the side

cover.

Push on both ends of the front cover

and open it.

Pull the TD cartridge out while pulling

up on the lock release lever.

TD cartridge lock release lever

Grasp the drum cartridge handle and

gently pull the cartridge out.

Dispose of the old drum cartridge in accordance with local regulations.

Remove the new drum cartridge from

the protective bag and gently insert the lead end of the drum cartridge along the guides.

Do not touch the drum cartridge (green

Caution

portion). Doing so may damage the drum and cause smudges on copies.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Remove the protective cover from the

drum cartridge and then push the cartridge all the way into the machine.

Insert the TD cartridge along the

guides until it locks in place.

If there is any dirt or dust on the TD cartridge, remove it before installing the cartridge.

Close the front cover and side cover.

Note

The drum cartridge replacement required indicator ( ) will go out.

• Before closing the front cover, make sure that the TD cartridge and drum cartridge is correctly installed.

• When closing the front cover, gently hold both ends.

This chapter explains how to keep the machine operating smoothly, including viewing copy count, and scan count, the toner level indicator or drum cartridge life, and cleaning the machine.

CHECKING THE TOTAL OUTPUT COUNT

Chapter 6

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

From the "0" display, you can check the total output count, total copy count, and total scan count as explained below. The total output count is all pages (for both printing and copying) printed by the machine and the total output count can be counted up to 999,999.

[Total output count]

Hold down the [0] key.

The total output count appears sequentially in two parts while you hold down the [0] key.

Example: Total number of pages output is 12,345.

Note

• Each A3 size page is counted as two

pages.

• During a copy run, pressing the [0] key

shows the number of completed copy pages, not the total output count.

[Total copy count]

Hold down the [ ] key.

The count display and counting method are the same as for the total output count.

Note

[Total scan count]

Hold down the [ ] key.

The total number of pages printed in printer mode can be calculated by subtracting the total copy count from the total output count.

The count display and counting method are the same as for the total output count.

CHECKING THE TONER LEVEL

135

ZOOM

135

AND DRUM CARTRIDGE LIFE

TONER LEVEL

The toner level is indicated by a 6-level display. Use it as a guideline for replacing the TD cartridge.

Hold down the [Light] key ( ) until

the alarm indicators ( , , , ) blink.

The display will show "- -".

Hold down the [Copy ratio display] key

( ) for more than 5 seconds.

The approximate quantity of toner remaining will be indicated in the display as a percentage. ("100", "75", "50", "25", "10" is displayed.) When the percentage is less than 10%, "LO" will be displayed.

DRUM CARTRIDGE LIFE

To find out how many more copies can be made before the 30,000 mark is reached, follow the procedure described below.

Hold down the [Light] key ( ) until

the alarm indicators ( , , , ) blink.

The display will show "- -".

Hold down the [CLEAR] key ( ) for

more than 5 seconds.

The number will appear in two steps, each with three digits.

Example

1,234 copies can be made before the next drum cartridge replacement.

Press the [Light] key ( ) to return to

the normal display.

The alarm indicators ( , , , ) go off. The display returns to the number of copies display.

Press the [Light] key ( ) to return to

the normal display.

The alarm indicators ( , , , ) go off. The display returns to the number of copies display.

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

CLEANING THE DOCUMENT GLASS AND SPF/ DOCUMENT COVER

If the document glass, SPF underside of the document cover, or the scanner for originals coming from the SPF (the long narrow glass surface on the right side of the document glass) become dirty, the dirt may appear on copies. Always keep these parts clean.

Stains or dirt on the document glass/SPF will also be copied. Wipe the document glass, document cover portion of the SPF and the scanning window on the document glass with a soft, clean cloth. If necessary, dampen the cloth with water. Do not use thinner, benzene, or similar volatile cleaning agents.

Do not spray flammable cleaner gas. Gas from the spray may come in contact with the internal

Warning

electrical components or high-temperature parts of the fusing unit, creating a risk of fire or electrical shock.

CLEANING THE BYPASS TRAY PAPER FEED ROLLER

If misfeeds occur frequently when feeding 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

CLEANING THE TRANSFER CHARGER

Charger cleaner

If copies start becoming streaky or blotchy, the transfer charger may be dirty. Clean the charger using the following procedure.

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

Turn the power switch off.

Open the bypass tray and the side

cover.

Lift and pull out the upper paper tray.

Return the charger cleaner to its

original position. Close the upper paper tray. Close the side cover by pressing the handle on the cover.

Turn the power switch on.

Take the charger cleaner out by

holding the tab.

Set the charger cleaner onto the

transfer charger and gently slide the cleaner in the direction indicated by the arrow two or three times.

If the white sheet metal is smudged with toner, wipe it with a soft, clean cloth.

Note

Slide the charger cleaner from one end to the other end along the groove of the transfer charger. If the cleaner is stopped on the way, smudges on copies may occur.

Caution

STORAGE OF SUPPLIES

Standard supplies for this product that are to be replaced by the user are paper, TD cartridge and drum cartridge.

GENUINE SUPPLIES

Chapter 7

SUPPLIES

For best copying results, be sure to use only SHARP products. Only genuine SHARP consumables carry the Genuine Supplies label.

SUPPLY PART NUMBERS

When ordering supplies, please use the correct part numbers as listed below.

Be sure to use only genuine SHARP parts and supplies.

Supply list

Supply Part number Usable life

TD cartridge AL-161TD Approx. 9,000 sheets*

Drum cartridge AL-160DR (N) Approx. 30,000 sheets

* Based on copying onto A4 size paper at 5% toned

area (The life of the TD cartridge which has been included in the machine at the factory is approximately 4,500 sheets.)

PROPER STORAGE

● Store the supplies in a location that is:

clean and dry, at a stable temperature, not exposed to direct sunlight.

● Store paper in the wrapper and lying flat.

Paper stored out of the wrapper or in packages standing on end may curl or get damp, resulting in paper misfeeds.

MOVING INSTRUCTIONS

When moving this machine, follow the procedure below.

Note

Turn the power switch off and

disconnect the power cord.

Push on both ends of the front cover

and open it.

Pull the TD cartridge out while pulling

up on the lock release lever.

Close the front cover.

When moving this machine, be sure to remove the TD cartridge in advance.

TD cartridge lock release lever

Use a coin (or suitable object) to

attach to the left side of the machine the screw that has been stored in the front of the paper tray (upper paper tray in AL-1644).

Caution

Gently push the paper tray into the

machine.

For AL-1644, repeat step 5, 6, and 8 for both the upper and lower trays.

When shipping the machine, the screw must be reinstalled to prevent shipping damage.

Gently lift and pull out the paper tray

until it stops.

Push the pressure plate down until it

locks in place and lock the plate using the pressure plate lock which has been stored in the front of the paper tray.

Close the bypass tray. Attach the

packing materials and tape which were removed during installation of the machine. See "SET-UP" (p.13).

Pack the machine into the carton. See

"CHECKING PACKED COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES" (p.12).

SPECIFICATIONS

Model AL-1633 AL-1644

Type Digital Multifunction System, Desktop

Photoconductive type OPC drum

Document glass type Fixed

Copy system Dry, electrostatic transfer

Originals Sheets, bound documents

Original sizes Max. A3

Copy size

Copying speed (one-sided copying at 100% copy ratio)

Continuous copy Max. 999 copies; subtractive counter

First-copy time* Approx. 7.2 sec.

Warm-up time* Approx. 45 sec.

Copy ratio

Exposure system

Paper feed

Fusing system Heat rollers

Developing system Magnetic brush development

Light source Cold cathode fluorescent lamp

Resolution

Gradation

Power supply

Power consumption Max. 1.2 kW

Overall dimensions (with bypass tray folded)

Weight

Dimensions

Chapter 8

APPENDIX

Max. A3 Min. A6 (A6 must be fed from the bypass tray) Image loss: Max. 4 mm (5/32") (leading and trailing edges)

Max. 4 mm (5/32") (along other edges in total)

9 copies/min. 10 copies/min. 12 copies/min. 16 copies/min.

Variable: 25% to 400%, in 1% increments (total 376 steps) Fixed preset: 50%, 70%, 81%, 86%, 100%, 115%, 122%, 141%, 200%

Document glass: Moving optical source, slit exposure (stationary platen) with

SPF: Moving original

One automatic feeding paper tray (250 sheets) + bypass tray (100 sheets)

Scan: 600 x 300 dpi Output: 600 x 600 dpi (AUTO/TEXT mode) Scan: 600 x 600 dpi Output: 600 x 600 dpi (PHOTO mode)

Scanning: 256 Printing: 2 value

Local voltage ±10% (For this machine’s power supply requirements, see the name plate located on the back of the machine.)

590 mm (W) x 577 mm (D) (23-15/64" (W) x 22-23/32" (D))

Approx. 31.3 kg (69.1 lbs.) (Not including TD cartridge)

590 mm (W) x 577 mm (D) x 470 mm (H) (23-15/64" (W) x 22-23/32" (D) x 18-33/64" (H))

A3 B4 A4R A4, A5

automatic exposure

Two automatic feeding paper trays (250 sheets each) + bypass tray (100 sheets)

Approx. 40.1 kg (88.5 lbs.) (Not including TD cartridge)

590 mm (W) x 577 mm (D) x 653 mm (H) (23-15/64" (W) x 22-23/32" (D) x 25-23/32" (H))

APPENDIX

Operating conditions Temperature: 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F), Humidity: 20% to 85%

Sound Power Level L Copying: 6.2[B] Standby: 3.1[B] Sound Pressure Level L

Noise level

Emission concentration (measured according to RAL-UZ62)

* The first-copy time and warm-up time may vary depending on the power-supply voltage, ambient temperature, and other

operating conditions.

Copying: 48[dB(A)] Standby: 16[dB(A)] Sound Pressure Level L Copying: 50[dB(A)] Standby: 18[dB(A)] Noise emission measurement in accordance with ISO 7779.

Ozone: 0.02 mg/m Dust: 0.075 mg/m Styrene: 0.07 mg/m

(1B=10dB)

(bystander positions)

(operator position)

or less

SPF (only on the SPF model) Specifications

to 90 g/m2

Acceptable original

Weight 56 g/m

Size A5 to A3

Capacity

Up to 40 sheets (Thickness 4 mm (5/32") and below) For B4 and larger sizes, up to 30 sheets

Detectable original sizes A5, A4, A4R, B4, A3

Weight 5.0 kg (11.1 lbs.)

Dimensions

583 mm (W) x 435 mm (D) x 133 mm (H) (22-61/64" (W) x 17-9/64" (D) x 5-1/4" (H))

Printer Function

Print speed 12 ppm

Resolution 600 dpi

Memory 16 MB

Emulation SHARP GDI

Interface

Interface cables

IEEE1284 parallel port/ USB port (USB1.1)

[Parallel cable] Shielded bi-directional (IEEE1284) cable (max. length 3 m (10 feet)) Please purchase a commercially available parallel cable. [USB cable (only for connection to USB 1.1 port)] Shielded twisted pair cable (max. length 3 m (10 feet))

APPENDIX

Scanner Function

Type Flatbed scanner

Scanning method Document glass (AL-1633) / SPF (AL-1644)

Light source Cold cathode fluorescent lamp

Resolution*

Original types Sheet media, books

Effective scanning area 297 mm (11.7") (Lengthwise) x 431 mm (17") (Width)

Scanning speed 2.88 msec/line

Input Data 1 bit or 12 bit

Output Data 1 bit or 8 bit

Scanning colours Black and white 2 value, Greyscale, Full colour

Protocol TWAIN / WIA (Windows XP only) / STI

Interface USB port (USB 1.1)

Drop out colour Yes

Supported operating systems

Void area

Interface cables

Basic: 600 dpi x 1200 dpi Setting range: 50dpi - 9600dpi

Windows98/Me Windows 2000 Professional/Windows XP Home Edition/Professional (Detailed information can be found in the Software Setup Guide)

Top and bottom edges 2.5 mm (7/64") due to scanner driver Right and left edges 3.0 mm (1/8")

[USB cable (only for connection to USB 1.1 port)] Shielded twisted pair cable (max. length 3 m (10 feet))

* The resolution may be enhanced by the scanner driver depending on the scanned area and colour mode.

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. There may be some deviations from these values in individual units.

SOFTWARE LICENSE

PLEASE READ THIS LICENSE CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE SOFTWARE. BY USING THE SOFTWARE, YOU ARE AGREEING TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS OF THIS LICENSE.

1. License. The application, demonstration, system and other software accompanying this License,

whether on disk, in read only memory, or on any other media (the "Software") and related documentation are licensed to you by SHARP. You own the disk on which the Software is recorded but SHARP and/or SHARP's Licensors retain title to the Software and related documentation. This License allows you to use the Software on one or more computers connected to a single printer and make one copy of the Software in machine-readable form for backup purposes only. You must reproduce on such copy the SHARP copyright notice, the copyright notice of SHARP's Licensors and any other proprietary legends of SHARP and/or its Licensors that were on the original copy of the Software. You may also transfer all your license rights in the Software, the backup copy of the Software, the related documentation and a copy of this License to another party, provided the other party reads and agrees to the terms and conditions of this License.

2. Restrictions. The Software contains copyrighted material, trade secrets and other proprietary material which is owned by SHARP and/or its Licensors and in order to protect them you may not decompile, reverse engineer, disassemble or otherwise reduce the Software to a human-perceivable form. You may not modify, network, rent, lease, loan, distribute or create derivative works based upon the Software in whole or in part. You may not electronically transmit the Software from one computer to another or over a network.

3. Termination. This license is effective until terminated. You may terminate this License at any time by destroying the Software and related documentation and all copies thereof. This License will terminate immediately without notice from SHARP and/or SHARP's Licensors if you fail to comply with any provision of this License. Upon termination you must destroy the Software and related documentation and all copies thereof.

4. Export Law Assurances. You agree and certify that neither the Software nor any other technical data received from SHARP, nor the direct product thereof, will be exported outside the United States except as authorized and as permitted by the laws and regulations of the United States. If the Software has been rightfully obtained by you outside of the United States, you agree that you will not re-export the Software nor any other technical data received from SHARP, nor the direct product thereof, except as permitted by the laws and regulations of the United states and the laws and the regulation of the jurisdiction in which you obtained the Software.

5. Government End Users. If you are acquiring the Software on behalf of any unit or agency of the United States Government, the following provisions apply. The Government agrees: (i) if the Software is supplied to the Department of Defense (DoD), the Software is classified as "Commercial Computer Software" and the Government is acquiring only "restricted rights" in the Software and its documentation as that term is defined in Clause 252.227-7013 (c)(1) (Oct., 1988) of the DFARS; and (ii) if the Software is supplied to any unit or agency of the United States Government other than DoD, the Government's rights in the Software and its documentation will be as defined in Clause 52.227-19 (c)(2) of the FAR or, in the case of NASA, in Clause 18-52.227-86 (d) of the NASA Supplement to the FAR.

6. Limited Warranty on Media. SHARP warrants the disks on which the Software is recorded to be free

from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of purchase as evidenced by a copy of the receipt. The entire liability of SHARP and/or its Licensors and your exclusive remedy will be replacement of the disk which fails to meet the limited warranty provided by this Clause 6. A disk will be replaced when it is returned to SHARP or a SHARP authorized representative with a copy of the receipt. SHARP will have no responsibility to replace a disk damaged by accident, abuse or misapplication. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES ON THE DISKS, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO NINETY (90) DAYS FROM THE DATE OF DELIVERY. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION.

7. Disclaimer of Warranty on Software. You expressly acknowledge and agree that use of the Software is at your sole risk. The Software and related documentation are provided "AS IS" and without warranty of any kind and SHARP and SHARP's Licensor(s) (for the purpose of provisions 7 and 8, SHARP and SHARP's Licensor(s) shall be collectively referred to as "SHARP") EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SHARP DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE FUNCTIONS CONTAINED IN THE SOFTWARE WILL MEET YOUR REQUIREMENTS, OR THAT THE OPERATION OF THE SOFTWARE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE, OR THAT DEFECTS IN THE SOFTWARE WILL BE CORRECTED. FURTHERMORE, SHARP DOES NOT WARRANT OR MAKE ANY REPRESENTATIONS REGARDING THE USE OR THE RESULTS OF THE USE OF THE SOFTWARE OR RELATED DOCUMENTATION IN TERMS OF THEIR CORRECTNESS, ACCURACY, RELIABILITY, OR OTHERWISE. NO ORAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION OR ADVICE GIVEN BY SHARP OR A SHARP AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE SHALL CREATE A WARRANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY. SHOULD THE SOFTWARE PROVE DEFECTIVE, YOU (AND NOT SHARP OR A SHARP AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE) ASSUME THE ENTIRE COST OF ALL NECESSARY SERVICING, REPAIR OR CORRECTION, SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

8. Limitation of Liability. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE, SHALL SHARP BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES THAT RESULT FROM THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE SOFTWARE OR RELATED DOCUMENTATION, EVEN IF SHARP OR A SHARP AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION OF LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. In no event shall SHARP's total liability to you for all damages, losses, and causes of action (whether in contract, tort (including negligence) or otherwise) exceed the amount paid by you for the Software.

9. Controlling Law and Severability. For a portion of the Software related with Apple Macintosh and Microsoft Windows, this license shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state of California and Washington, respectively. If for any reason a court of competent jurisdiction finds any provision of this License, or portion thereof, to be unenforceable, that provision of the License shall be enforced to the maximum extent permissible so as to effect the intent of the parties, and the remainder of this License shall continue in full force and effect.

10. Complete Agreement. This License constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the use of the Software and related documentation, and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous understandings or agreements, written or oral, regarding such subject matter. No amendment to or modification of this License will be binding unless in writing and signed by a duly authorized representative of SHARP.

INDEX

Symbols

[] key....................................... 11, 28, 33, 34, 71

[] key......................................................... 11, 71

About the operation manuals

- Online Manual .................................................... 5

- Operation Manual .............................................. 5

- Software Setup Guide........................................ 5

Adjusting the automatic exposure level................... 36

Alarm indicators .............................. 10, 40, 42, 53, 65

Appendix ................................................................. 70

Audible signals .................................................. 39, 40

AUDIT CLEAR key .................................................. 10

Auditing mode ................................. 38, 41, 42, 43, 44

Auto clear .............................................. 15, 21, 22, 38

AUTO IMAGE indicator ..................................... 11, 26

AUTO IMAGE key ............................................. 11, 26

AUTO PAPER SELECT indicator ..................... 10, 23

Auto paper select mode .................................... 23, 38

Auto power shut-off mode ................................. 15, 38

Auto tray switching ............................................ 24, 38

AUTO/TEXT/PHOTO key...................... 10, 24, 36, 37

Base setting ...................................................... 39, 40

Basic procedure for printing .................................... 32

Before using the machine ......................................... 8

Button Manager scan menu .................................... 34

Bypass tray ................................................. 16, 18, 29

Bypass tray extension ......................................... 8, 18

Bypass tray guides .................................................... 8

Bypass tray paper feed roller .................................. 66

Dark indicator ................................................... 10, 24

Dark key ............................................... 10, 24, 36, 37

Differences between models .................................... 6

Display ............................................................. 10, 33

Document cover ..................................... 8, 21, 23, 66

Document feeder tray......................................... 9, 22

Document glass ........................................... 8, 21, 30

Drum cartridge .............................................. 9, 62, 68

Drum cartridge replacement required

indicator...................................................... 10, 53, 62

DUAL PAGE COPY indicator ........................... 10, 30

DUAL PAGE COPY key ................................... 10, 30

Enabling toner save mode ..................................... 37

Environmental information ....................................... 5

Exit area ................................................................... 9

Feeding roller cover ............................................ 9, 54

Front cover ............................................................... 8

Fusing unit paper guide...................................... 9, 58

Fusing unit release lever ..................................... 9, 57

Handles .................................................................... 8

Indicators and display messages ........................... 53

Initial settings ......................................................... 15

INTERRUPT indicator ...................................... 10, 31

INTERRUPT key .............................................. 10, 31

Caution

- Cautions on handling ......................................... 4

- Cautions on laser ............................................... 4

- Cautions on using .............................................. 3

- Installation site ................................................... 3

Changing a tray’s paper size setting ....................... 19

Charger cleaner .................................................. 8, 67

Checking the drum cartridge life ............................. 65

Checking the total output count............................... 64

Checking the toner level.......................................... 65

Cleaning

- Bypass tray paper feed roller ........................... 66

- Document cover ............................................... 66

- Document glass ............................................... 66

- SPF .................................................................. 66

- Transfer charger .............................................. 67

CLEAR ALL key ................................................ 11, 15

CLEAR key.................................................. 11, 21, 22

Conventions used in this manual .............................. 6

Copy functions ........................................................ 21

Copy ratio display key ................................. 11, 26, 65

Light indicator ................................................... 10, 24

Light key ............................. 10, 24, 36, 37, 40, 42, 65

Loading paper .................................................. 16, 17

Loading the bypass tray ......................................... 18

Loading the paper tray ........................................... 17

Lower side cover .................................................... 60

Main features ........................................................... 7

Making a copy darker or lighter .............................. 24

Misfeed indicator ........................................ 10, 53, 54

Misfeed location indicator........................... 11, 53, 54

Misfeed removal

- Bypass tray ..................................................... 55

- Lower paper tray ............................................. 60

- Machine........................................................... 56

- SPF ................................................................. 54

- Upper paper tray ............................................. 59

Normal copying

- Document glass ............................................... 21

- SPF .................................................................. 22

Numeric keys ........................................ 11, 25, 40, 42

Offset of paper output tray ...................................... 39

ON LINE indicator ............................................. 10, 32

ON LINE key ..................................................... 10, 32

Operation in copy, printer, and scanner modes ...... 35

Operation panel................................................... 8, 10

Original guides .................................................... 9, 22

ORIGINAL SIZE ENTER key ...................... 11, 19, 21

ORIGINAL SIZE indicator ................................. 11, 22

Original types

- AUTO ............................................................... 24

- PHOTO ............................................................ 24

- TEXT ................................................................ 24

Paper....................................................................... 16

Paper feed location indicator................................... 11

Paper output tray....................................................... 8

Paper required indicator .............................. 10, 16, 53

PAPER SIZE ENTER key ................................. 11, 19

PAPER SIZE indicator ................................ 11, 19, 20

Paper tray................................................ 8, 16, 59, 60

Parallel port ............................................................... 9

Part names and functions ......................................... 8

Power ...................................................................... 15

Power off ............................................................. 8, 15

Power on ............................................................. 8, 15

POWER SAVE indicator ................................... 10, 15

Power save modes.................................................. 15

Power switch ....................................................... 8, 15

Preheat mode.................................................... 15, 38

PRESET RATIO selector indicator.................... 11, 26

PRESET RATIO selector keys.............. 11, 22, 25, 26

Printer/scanner functions ........................................ 32

Reduction/enlargement/zoom

- Automatic ratio selection .................................. 25

- Manual ratio selection ...................................... 26

- XY ZOOM copying ........................................... 27

Removing the document cover ............................... 23

Removing the software ........................................... 52

Replacing the drum cartridge .................................. 62

Replacing the TD cartridge ..................................... 61

Right side cover .................................................. 9, 54

Roller rotating knob ....................................... 9, 56, 57

Routine maintenance ........................................ 64, 66

SCAN indicator................................................. 10, 33

SCAN key................................................... 10, 33, 34

SCAN MENU key ....................................... 10, 33, 34

Scanning from your computer ................................ 34

Scanning using the keys on the machine............... 33

Selecting the tray ................................................... 24

Setting the number of copies ................................. 25

Side cover ................................................................ 8

Side cover handle .................................................... 8

Single pass feeder (SPF) ................................... 6, 71

Software license ..................................................... 73

Specifications ......................................................... 70

SPF indicator.......................................................... 11

START indicator ............................................... 11, 15

START key ..................................... 11, 15, 21, 22, 40

Storage of supplies ................................................ 68

Stream feeding mode ....................................... 23, 38

TD cartridge ....................................................... 9, 61

TD cartridge lock release lever........................... 9, 61

TD cartridge replacement required

indicator...................................................... 10, 53, 61

Total copy count ..................................................... 64

Total output count .................................................. 64

Total scan count ..................................................... 64

Transfer charger..................................................... 67

TRAY SELECT key ........................ 11, 19, 21, 23, 24

Troubleshooting

- Machine/copying problems ............................. 46

- Printing and scanning problems...................... 49

Two-sided copying using the bypass tray .............. 29

USB 1.1 port............................................................. 8

User programs ................................................. 38, 40

User settings .......................................................... 36

Using the manual ..................................................... 5

Using the printer mode ........................................... 32

Using the scanner mode ........................................ 33

XY-ZOOM indicator .......................................... 10, 27

XY-ZOOM key .................................................. 10, 27

ZOOM indicator ................................................ 10, 26

Zoom keys............................................ 11, 25, 26, 27

INDEX BY PURPOSE

Copying

Automatic ratio selection ......................................... 25

Cancelling a copy run........................................ 21, 22

Copying, starting ............................................... 21, 22

Dual page copying .................................................. 30

Enlargement/reduction ............................................ 25

Exposure adjustment .............................................. 24

Exposure selector ................................................... 24

Interrupt copying ..................................................... 31

Manual ratio selection ............................................. 26

Number of copies, setting ....................................... 25

Original cover, removing ......................................... 23

Original size, specifying .......................................... 21

Original, placing

- Document cover ............................................... 21

- SPF .................................................................. 22

Tray selection .......................................................... 24

Two-sided copies using bypass tray ....................... 29

XY Zoom ................................................................. 27

Machine settings

Auditing mode

- Copies, how to make ....................................... 44

- Setting procedures........................................... 42

- Settings ............................................................ 41

Automatic exposure level, setting ........................... 36

Toner save mode .................................................... 37

User programs ........................................................ 38

- Setting procedures........................................... 40

- Settings ............................................................ 38

Problem occurs

Misfeeds

- Bypass tray ...................................................... 55

- Machine (fusing area) ...................................... 57

- Machine (paper feed area)............................... 56

- Machine (transfer area).................................... 58

- SPF .................................................................. 54

- Tray (Lower paper tray) ................................... 60

- Tray (Upper paper tray) ................................... 59

Troubleshooting ...................................................... 45

Indicators, lit and blinking

[]Drum cartridge replacement

required indicator

- Blinking ............................................... 53, 62

- Lit ........................................................ 53, 62

[]Misfeed indicator..................................... 53, 54

[]Paper required indicator ..........................16, 53

[]TD cartridge replacement required

indicator

- Blinking ............................................... 53, 61

- Lit ........................................................ 53, 61

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LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE

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AL-1633/AL-1644

SHARP CORPORATION

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