Sharp AL-1640 Owner's Manual
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CONTENTS Page
INTRODUCTION
This copier has been designed to provide
convenient copying features in a minimum
amount of office space and with maximum
operational ease. To get full use of all copier
features, be sure to familiarize yourself with this
manual and the copier.
For quick reference during copier use, keep this
manual in a handy location.
This copier can be used as a laser
printer. However, This manual
describes only the copier features.
For description of the printer
features, see the printer manual.
Conventions used in this
ma1nual
In this manual, the following icons are used to
provide the user with information pertinent to the
use of the copier.
Warns the user that injury to the user or
damage to the copier may result if the
contents of the warning are not properly
followed.
Cautions the user that damage to the copier
or one of its components may result if the
contents of the caution are not properly
followed.
GETTING ST ARTED
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CAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
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MAIN FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
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PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
– Overall layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
– Operation panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
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COPIER INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
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CAUTIONS ON HANDLING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
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CHECKING PACKED COMPONENTS
AND ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
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SET-UP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
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LOADING COPY PAPER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
MAKING COPIES
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NORMAL COPYING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
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REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
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BYPASS FEED (special paper) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
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TWO-SIDED COPYING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
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XY ZOOM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
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B/W REVERSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
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DUAL PAGE COPY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
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INTERRUPTING A COPY RUN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
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AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
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TONER SAVE MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
STATUS INDICATORS
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TD CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
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DRUM CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
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MISFEED REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
GETTING STARTED
MAKING COPIES
STATUS INDICA TORS
Notes provide information relevant to the
copier regarding specifications, functions,
performance, operation and such, that may
be useful to the user.
Indicates a letter displayed in the copy
quantity display .
GENERAL INFORMATION
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USER PROGRAMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
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POWER SAVE MODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
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USER MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
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COPIER TROUBLE? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
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SUPPLIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
– Types and sizes of copy paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
– Supply part numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
– Genuine supplies statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
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MOVING INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
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SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
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INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
GENERAL INFORMATION
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CAUTIONS
GETTING ST ARTED
Follow the cautions below when using this copier.
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The fusing area is hot. Exercise care in this area when removing misfed paper.
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Do not look directly at the light source. Doing so may damage your eyes.
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The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
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Place the copier on a firm, level surface.
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Cautions
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This Digital Copier is rated Class 1 and complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 of the CDRH standards. This
means that the copier does not produce hazardous laser radiation. For your safety, observe the precautions below.
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Do not install the copier in a humid or dusty location.
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When the copier is not used for a long time, for example, during prolonged holidays, turn the
power switch off and remove the power cord from the outlet.
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When moving the copier, be sure to turn the power switch off and remove the power cord from the
outlet.
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Do not cover the copier with a dust cover, cloth or plastic film while the power is on. Doing so may
prevent heat dissipation, damaging the copier.
Do not remove the cabinet, operation panel or any other covers.
The copier’s exterior covers contain several safety interlock switches. Do not bypass any safety interlock by
inserting wedges or other items into switch slots.
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein
may result in hazardous laser radiation exposure.
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MAIN FEATURES
q High-speed laser copying
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First-copy time is only 7.2 seconds (except in a power save mode or immediately after power on).
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Copying speed is 16 copies/min., which adapts to business use, allowing improvement of working efficiency.
w High-quality digital image
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High-quality copying at 600 dpi is performed.
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In addition to the automatic exposure mode, the manual exposure can be adjusted in five steps.
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The photo mode copying function allows clear copying of delicate halftone original images such as monochrome
photos and color photos. Photo mode is adjustable in five steps.
e Substantial copying features
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Zoom copying from 50% to 200% in 1% increments can be performed.
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Continuous copying of maximum 99 sheets can also be performed.
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Useful special features such as the XY zoom, black and white reverse, and dual page copy are available.
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Toner save mode reduces toner consumption by approximately 10%.
r Scan once/ Print many
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The copier is equipped with a 1-page memory buffer . This memory allows the copier to scan an original 1 time only and
make up to 99 copies. This feature allows for improved workflow , reduced operating noise from the copier and reduced
wear and tear on the scanning mechanism, which provides for a higher reliability.
t Printer feature
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This copier can be used as a lazer printer.
y Environmentally friendly design
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Paper output tray is housed in the copier for space saving.
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Preheat mode and auto power shut-off mode are provided to reduce power consumption.
GETTING STARTED
Main features
This copier does not have an internal calendar or clock.
This copier will not be affected by the year 2000.
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PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
q
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y
u
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!0
o
e
!2
!1
!3
!4
GETTING STARTED
GETTING ST ARTED
Overall layout
Part names and functions
q Platen cover
Place the original on the original table and close the
platen cover before copying starts.
w Original table
Place the document to be copied here.
e Handles
Use to move the copier.
r Power switch
Press to turn copier power on and off.
t Operation panel
All copier controls are located here for easy operation.
y Paper output tray
Finished copies are deposited in the paper output tray.
u Front cover
Open to remove misfeeds and for copier servicing.
i Paper tray
Holds 250 sheets of copy paper.
o Side cover
Open to remove misfeeds and to service the copier.
!0 Side cover handle
Lift and pull to open the side cover.
!1 Bypass tray guides
Adjust to the width of the copy paper.
!2 Bypass tray
Special papers (including transparency film) and copy
paper can be fed from the bypass tray.
!3 Bypass tray extension
Pull out when feeding large paper such as 8-1/2" x 14"
and 11" x 17".
!4 Charger cleaner
Use to clean the transfer charger.
4
!5
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
GETTING STARTED
GETTING STARTED
Part names and functions
!6
!7
!5 Drum cartridge handle
Hold to pull out the drum cartridge.
!6 Drum cartridge
Copy images are formed on the photoconductive drum.
!7 TD cartridge lock release lever
Use to unlock the TD cartridge.
!8 TD cartridge strap
Lift to remove the TD cartridge.
!8
!9
@2
@0 @1
@1 Fusing unit release levers
Lower to remove misfed paper.
The fusing unit is hot.
Take care in removing paper.
@2 Paper guide
Open to remove misfed paper.
!9 TD cartridge
Contains toner.
@0 Roller rotating knob
Turn to remove misfed paper.
Accessories
Operation manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
TD cartridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Charger cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
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PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
Operation
panel
GETTING ST ARTED
GETTING ST ARTED
Part names and functions
q Operation panel and keys for printer functions
See the printer manual.
w AUTO/MANUAL/PHOTO (
and indicators (p. 15)
Use to sequentially select the exposure modes: AUTO,
MANUAL ( ), or PHOTO ( ).
e ORIGINAL SIZE ENTER key and indicators
Use to input the original size.
r PAPER SIZE indicators
Light up to show the selected copy paper size.
t Alarm indicators
: Paper required indicator (p.13)
: Misfeed indicator (p.28)
: TD cartridge replacement required indicator
(p.24)
: Drum replacement required indicator (p.26)
y AUTO PAPER SELECT indicator
If the bypass tray was previously selected, the AUTO
PAPER SELECT function will select the tray for copying
if the original size and copy ratio are matched to the
paper in the cassette.
/ / ) key
i INTERRUPT key and indicator (p. 21)
Interrupts a copy run.
o PAPER SIZE ENTER key (p.12)
Use to set the paper size in a tray.
!0 Copy quantity display
Displays the specified copy quantity during the ready
condition and displays the copy countdown as copies
are made. Also see items @2 and @4.
!1 CLEAR ALL (
Clears all selected settings and returns the copier to the
initial settings.
!2 POWER SAVE (
Lights up when the copier is in the preheat mode or in the
auto power shut-off mode.
!3 XY-ZOOM key and indicator (p. 21)
Use to change the horizontal and vertical copy ratios
independently.
!4 B/W REVERSE key and indicator (p. 23)
Press to reverse the black and white areas.
) key
) indicator (p. 34)
u Paper feed location/misfeed location indica-
tors (p. 28)
The selected paper feed location is shown by a lit
indicator (
The misfeed location indicator (
misfeed has occurred.
).
) blinks when a
6
!5 DUAL PAGE COPY key and indicator (p. 24)
Use to make individual copies of two originals placed
side by side on the original table.
!6 Light (
(p. 15)
Use to adjust the MANUAL (
exposure level.
) and dark ( ) keys and indicators
) or PHOTO ( )
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
GETTING STARTED
GETTING ST ARTED
Part names and functions
!7 AUTO IMAGE key and indicator
Press for automatic copy ratio selection.
!8 TRAY SELECT (
) key (p. 15)
Use to manually select a paper tray.
!9 PRESET RATIO selector keys and indicators
(p. 17)
Use to sequentially select preset reduction/enlargement
copy ratios: 50%, 64%, 77%, 95%, 100%, 121%, 129%,
141%, 200%.
@0 ZOOM indicator (p.17)
Lights up when a zoom ratio is set.
@1 Zoom keys (p. 17)
Use to select any reduction or enlargement copy ratio
from 50% to 200% in 1% increments.
@2 Copy ratio display (
) key (p. 17)
Press and hold down during standby to display the copy
ratio in the copy quantity display.
@3 Copy quantity keys
Use to select the desired copy quantity or to make user
program entries.
Press and hold down the key.
1st display
12,345
2nd display
sheets output
Note: 11" x 17" size copies are counted as two
copies.
@5 START (
) key and indicator
Copying is possible when the indicator is on.
Press to start copying.
Initial settings
The copier assumes the initial settings when it is first
turned on, when the CLEAR ALL (
) key is pressed,
or approximately one minute* after the last copy is made
in any mode.
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Copy ratio: 100%
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Exposure: Automatic
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Copy quantity: 0
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Paper feed station: Previously selected paper tray
* This time (auto clear time) can be changed. See page
32, USER PROGRAMS.
@4 CLEAR (
) key
Clears the copy quantity display or terminates a copy
run.
Press during standby to display the total number of
copies made to date.
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COPIER INSTALLATION
GETTING ST ARTED
Improper installation may damage the copier. Please note the following
during initial installation and whenever the copier is moved.
If the copier is moved from a cool place to a warm place, condensation may form inside the
copier. Operation in this condition will cause poor copy quality and malfunctions. Leave the
copier at room temperature for at least 2 hours before use.
Do not install your copier in areas that are:
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Copier installation
damp, humid, or very dusty
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exposed to direct sunlight
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poorly ventilated
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subject to extreme temperature or humidity changes, e.g., near an
air conditioner or heater.
The copier should be installed near an accessible power outlet
for easy connection.
Be sure to connect the power cord only to a power outlet that
meets the specified voltage and current requirements.
Also make certain the outlet is properly grounded.
Connect the copier to a power outlet which is not used
for other electric appliances. If a lighting fixture is
connected to the same outlet, the light may flicker.
Be sure to allow the required space around the machine for
servicing and proper ventilation.
4" (10 cm)
A small amount of ozone is produced within the copier during operation. The emission level is insufficient
to cause any health hazard.
NOTE:
The present recommended long term exposure limit for ozone is 0.1 ppm (0.2 mg/m
8 hr. time-weighted average concentration.
However, since the small amount that is emitted may have an objectionable odor, it is advisable to
place the copier in a ventilated area.
3
) calculated as an
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CAUTIONS ON HANDLING
Be careful in handling the copier as follows to maintain the performance of
this copier.
Do not drop the copier, 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 poor copy quality.
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, poor copies may result.
GETTING STARTED
Cautions on handling
Do not touch the surface (green portion) of the drum cartridge.
Doing so will damage the surface of the cartridge, causing smudges
on copies.
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CHECKING PACKED COMPONENTS
AND ACCESSORIES
GETTING ST ARTED
Open the carton and check to ensure that the following components and
accessories are included.
Checking packed components and accessories
Operation manual
TD cartridge
Power cord
Drum cartridge
Copier
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If anything is not included or is damaged, contact our Technical Assistance Department at 1(630)378-3590.
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Save the carton and packing materials. These can be re-used for transporting the machine,
should it be necessary.
(installed in copier)
Unpacking
Be sure to lift by the handles on both sides of the copier by two persons to
unpack the copier and carry it to the installation location.
10
SET -UP
Remove all pieces of tape, then open the platen
cover and remove the protective material.
1
Use a coin (or other suitable object) to remove the
screw.
2
GETTING STARTED
Set-up
Store the screw in the paper tray as described in
step 6 because it must be used if the copier has
to be moved. (p. 42)
Install the TD cartridge.
3
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For installation of the TD cartridge, see steps 1 and 2 and steps 4
to 7 of TD CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT on pages 24 and 25.
Gently lift and pull out the paper tray until it stops.
4
Remove the pressure plate lock. Rotate the
pressure plate lock in the direction of the arrow to
5
remove it while pressing down the pressure plate of
the paper tray.
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SET -UP
GETTING ST ARTED
Set-up
Pressure
plate lock
Screw
Store the pressure plate lock which has been
removed in step 5 and the screw which has been
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removed in step 2 in the front of the paper tray.
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To store the pressure plate lock, rotate the lock to fix it on the
relevant location.
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For the AL-1621, follow steps 4 to 6 for both the upper and
lower trays except for storage of the screw.
Ensure that the power switch of the copier is in the
OFF position. Plug the power cord into the nearest
7
outlet.
Power on
If you use the copier in a country other than the
country where the copier was purchased, you will
need to make sure that your local power supply
is compatible with your model. If you plug the
copier into an incompatible power supply,
irreparable damage to the copier will result.
Only insert the power cord into a properly
grounded wall socket.
Do not use extension cords or power strips.
Connect the copier to a power outlet which is not
used for other electric appliances. If a lighting
fixture is connected to the same outlet, the light
may flicker.
Turn the power switch on.
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Load copy paper.
9
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When loading copy paper for the first time, be sure to turn the
power switch on in advance.
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For loading copy paper, see steps 2 to 4 of LOADING COPY
PAPER on page 13. To change the paper size from the factory
default size, see pages 14 and 15.
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LOADING COPY PAPER
To save space, this copier has been designed with an adjustable front-loading
tray, which is easily opened for paper loading. For best results, use only
SHARP recommended paper. (See page 00.)
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.
When the paper size is changed in a paper tray , the size of
the paper must be entered by steps 8 through 11 on page
15. If not, the edges of copies may become smudged with
toner. Also, the AUTO PAPER SELECT and the AUTO
IMAGE features will not function properly.
Gently lift and pull out the paper tray until it stops.
1
GETTING STARTED
Loading copy paper
Maximum height line
Push the pressure plate down until it locks in place.
2
Fan the copy paper and insert it into the tray. Make sure
the edges go under the corner hooks.
3
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If you change to a different size of copy paper, the tray must be
adjusted. See the next page.
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Set the paper along the guides.
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The tray holds up to 250 sheets of 21 lb. bond paper.
Do not load paper above the maximum height line.
Push the paper tray firmly back into the copier.
4
13
LOADING COPY PAPER
GETTING ST ARTED
Loading copy paper
Changing the copy paper size in the tray
Gently lift and pull out the paper tray until it stops.
1
Left guide
Front guide
Push the pressure plate down until it locks in place.
2
Squeeze the lock lever of the front guide and slide the
front guide to match the width of the paper.
3
Move the left guide to the appropriate slot as marked
on the tray.
4
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When using 11" x 17" copy paper, store the left guide in the slot at the
left front of the paper tray.
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Load copy paper into the tray.
5
Place the appropriate label to indicate the selected
paper size into the recess on the right front side of the
6
paper tray.
Push the paper tray firmly back into the copier.
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LOADING COPY PAPER
To set the selected paper size, press the PAPER SIZE
8
ENTER (
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The selected paper feed location indicator will blink and the corresponding paper size (which is currently set) indicator will light up
steadily. All other indicators will go out.
) key.
GETTING STARTED
Loading copy paper
Use the ORIGINAL SIZE ENTER ( ) key to select
the paper size which is set.
9
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Each time the ORIGINAL SIZE ENTER ( ) key is pressed,
a paper size will be indicated with a paper size indicator.
Press the START ( ) key and then the PAPER SIZE
10
ENTER (
) key.
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NORMAL COPYING
Turn the power switch on.
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Power on
It will take about 35 seconds for the copier to warm up. However, you
can make desired settings and press the START (
warm-up. Copying will start after warm-up.
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If the power is already on and all indicators except the POWER SAVE
indicator are off the copier is in the auto power shut-off mode. Press the
START key in this case. See page 45. POWER SAVE MODES.
) key during
MAKING COPIES
Normal copying
Place an original face down on the original table, and
align it with the original size scale.
2
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Image loss (max. 5/32" (4 mm)) can occur at the leading and trailing
edges of the copies. Also image loss (max. 5/32" (4 mm) in total) can
occur along the other edges of the copies.
Close the document feeder cover.
3
Ensure that the copy paper size in the paper tray is the
same size as the original.
4
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If a tray of the required size is not installed, use the bypass tray and press
the TRAY SELECT (
Adjust the copy density.
5
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This copier has three exposure modes to choose from — AUTOMATIC
), MANUAL ( ), and PHOTO ( ).
(
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Automatic exposure is the standard initial setting for this copier. In this
mode, the characteristics of the original are “read” by the exposure
system and adjustments are automatically made. This optimizes the
contrast of the copied images by reducing the effect of colored or
shaded background areas. See page 30 to adjust the automatic exposure
level.
) key to select the bypass tray.
16
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For manual copy density adjustment, press the AUTO/MANUAL/
PHOTO (
adjust with the light (
/ / ) key to select MANUAL ( ) and
) and dark ( ) keys as desired.
NORMAL COPYING
Units digit
Tens digit
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For photographs, select PHOTO ( ) and then adjust with the light
(
) and dark ( ) keys as desired.
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There are 5 exposure steps indicated by 3 indicator lights. (The
indicators light up one or two at a time.)
If exposure level 2 is selected, the two left-handmost indicators for that
level will light up simultaneously. Also, if level 4 is selected, the two
right-handmost indicators for that level will light up simultaneously.
Set the number of copies using the two copy quantity
(
6
, ) keys.
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Press the right copy quantity key to set the units digit from 0 to 9. This
key will not change the tens digit.
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Press the left copy quantity key to set the tens digit from 1 to 9.
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A single copy can be made with the initial setting, i.e., when “0” is
displayed.
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Press the CLEAR ( ) key to clear an entry if a mistake is made.
Press the START ( ) key.
7
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The number in the copy quantity display will decrease by 1 each time
a copy is made.
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Press the CLEAR ( ) key to stop copying in the middle of a run.
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To repeat the same copy sequence for a different original, simply
replace the original and press the START (
) key.
How to remove the platen cover
The platen cover can be removed to allow copying of
bulky objects. To remove it, simply lift the platen cover
straight up.
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To reattach the platen cover, reverse the above procedure.
MAKING COPIES
Normal copying
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