Sharp AR-5015 User Manual
MODEL
AR-5015
DIGITAL LASER COPIER
OPERATION MANUAL
Page
• GETTING STARTED
• MAKING COPIES
• STATUS INDICATORS
• GENERAL INFORMATION
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CAUTIONS
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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Place the copier on a firm, level surface.
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Do not install the copier in a humid or dusty location.
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When the copier is not used for a long time, for example, during prolonged holidays, turn the power
switch off and remove the power cord from the outlet.
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When moving the copier, be sure to turn the power switch off and remove the power cord from the
outlet.
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Do not cover the copier with a dust cover, cloth or plastic film while the power is on. Doing so may
prevent heat dissipation, damaging the copier.
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Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein
may result in hazardous laser radiation exposure.
Cautions on laser
Wave length 785 nm ±10 nm
Pulse times (8.141 µs ±0.1 µs)/7 mm
Output power 0.2 mW ±0.02 mW
CONTENTS Page
GETTING STARTED
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INTRODUCTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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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LOADING COPY PAPER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
MAKING COPIES
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AUDITING ACCOUNTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
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NORMAL COPYING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
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REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
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BYPASS FEED (special paper) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
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TWO-SIDED COPYING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
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XY ZOOM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
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B/W REVERSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
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DUAL PAGE COPY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
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INTERRUPTING A COPY RUN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
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AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . 26
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HIGH IMAGE QUALITY MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
GETTING STARTED
MAKING COPIES
STATUS INDICATORS
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TONER CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . 28
MISFEED REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
DEVELOPER REQUIRED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
MAINTENANCE REQUIRED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
GENERAL INFORMATION
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USER PROGRAMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
– Settings for auditing accounts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
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POWER SAVE MODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
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USER MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
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COPIER TROUBLE? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
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SUPPLIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
– Types and sizes of copy paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
– Genuine supplies statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
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SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
STATUS
INDICATORS
GENERAL INFORMATION
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INTRODUCTION
GETTING STARTED
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 familiarise yourself with this manual and the copier.
For quick reference during copier use, keep this manual in a handy location.
Introduction
Conventions used in this manual
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.
[AB series]
[Inch series]
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.
AB series (metric) and inch series
references
Both specifications are quoted where applicable.
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The inch series specifications are quoted in brackets.
For example:
Page 18, step 1 -------- B4 or A3 (8-1/2" x 14" or 11" x 17")
Page 17, step 2-A ----- 86%, 81%, 70%, and 50% (95%, 77%, 64%,
and 50%)
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Although AB series size indications are shown on the operation
panel of this manual, inch series indications are displayed on the
inch series machines.
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MAIN FEATURES
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 15 copies/min., which adapts to business use, allowing improvement of working efficiency.
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 colour photos. Photo mode is adjustable in five steps.
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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User programs allow setting/modification of functions for customer needs. Also the user programs allow the internal
auditor to be controlled.
Environmentally friendly design
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Paper output tray is housed in the copier for space saving.
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Preheat and auto power shut-off modes are provided to reduce power consumption in standby mode.
GETTING STARTED
Main features
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PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
GETTING STARTED
GETTING STARTED
Overall layout
Part names and functions
Platen cover
Place the original on the original table and close the
platen cover before copying starts.
Original table
Place the document to be copied here.
Handles
Use to move the copier.
Power switch
Press to turn copier power on and off.
Operation panel
All copier controls are located here for easy operation.
Paper output tray
Finished copies are deposited in the paper output tray.
Front cover
Open to remove misfeeds and for copier servicing.
Paper tray
Holds 250 sheets of copy paper.
Side cover
Open to remove misfeeds and to service the copier.
Side cover handle
Lift and pull to open the side cover.
Bypass tray guides
Adjust to the width of the copy paper.
Bypass tray
Paper including special paper (such as transparency
film) can be fed from the bypass tray.
Bypass tray extension
Pull out when feeding large paper such as B4 and A3
(8-1/2" x 14" and 11" x 17").
Charger cleaner
Use to clean the transfer charger.
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PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
GETTING STARTED
GETTING STARTED
Part names and functions
Toner cartridge lock release lever
Use to unlock the toner cartridge.
Toner cartridge
Contains toner.
Photoconductive drum
Copy images are formed on the photoconductive drum.
Roller rotating knob
Turn to remove misfed paper.
Fusing unit release levers
Lower to remove misfed paper.
The fusing unit is hot.
Take care in removing paper.
Paper guide
Open to remove misfed paper.
Accessories
Operation manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Charger cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
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PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
Operation
GETTING STARTED
GETTING STARTED
Part names and functions
panel
INTERRUPT ( ) key and indicator (p. 25)
Interrupts a copy run.
Copy quantity display
Displays the specified copy quantity during the ready
condition and displays the copy countdown as copies
are made. Also see items and .
ZOOM indicator (p. 17)
Lights up when a zoom ratio is set.
Copy ratio display ( ) key (p. 17)
Press and hold down during standby to display the copy
ratio in the copy quantity display.
Zoom keys (p. 17)
Use to select any reduction or enlargement copy ratio
from 50% to 200% in 1% increments.
PAPER SIZE ENTER ( ) key (p. 12)
Use to set the paper size in a paper tray.
POWER SAVE ( ) indicator (p. 42)
Lights up when the copier is in a power save mode.
Output tray full indicator
Indicates copies must be removed from the paper output
tray.
B/W REVERSE ( ) key and indicator (p. 23)
Press to reverse the black and white areas.
XY-ZOOM ( ) key and indicator (p. 21)
Press to change the horizontal and vertical copy ratios
independently.
AUTO/MANUAL/PHOTO ( / / ) key and
indicators (p. 14)
Use to sequentially select the exposure modes: AUTO,
MANUAL, or PHOTO.
Light ( ) and dark ( ) keys and indicators
(p. 15)
Use to adjust the MANUAL or PHOTO exposure level.
AUDIT CLEAR ( ) key (p. 13)
Closes an open account.
PAPER SIZE indicators
Light up to show the selected copy paper size.
Alarm indicators
: Maintenance indicator (p.34)
: Toner cartridge replacement required indicator
(p.28)
: Developer replacement required indicator (p.34)
: Paper required indicator (p.10)
: Misfeed indicator (p.30)
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Numeric keys
Use to select the desired copy quantity or to make user
program entries.
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
Inch system
GETTING STARTED
GETTING STARTED
Part names and functions
Zero key
Use as part of numeric keys to enter copy quantity.
Press during a continuous copy run to display the
number of copies completed in the current run.
Press and hold during standby to display the total output
count.
1st display
Press and hold down the key. 12,345 sheets output
2nd display
Note: A3 (11" x 17") size copies are counted as two
copies.
CLEAR ( ) key
Clears the copy quantity display or terminates a copy
run.
START ( ) key and indicator
Copying is possible when the indicator is on.
Press to start copying.
CLEAR ALL ( ) key
Clears all selected settings and returns the copier to the
initial settings.
PRESET RATIO selector keys and indicators
(p. 17)
Use to sequentially select preset reduction/enlargement
copy ratios: 50%, 70%, 81%, 86%, 100%, 115%, 122%,
141%, 200% (50%, 64%, 77%, 95%, 100%, 121%,
129%, 141%, 200%).
TRAY SELECT ( ) key (p. 14)
Use to manually select a paper tray.
AUTO IMAGE ( ) key and indicator
Press for automatic copy ratio selection.
Paper feed location/misfeed location indicators (p. 30)
The selected paper feed location is shown by a lit
indicator ( ).
A paper misfeed is shown by a blinking red indicator
( ).
DUAL PAGE COPY ( ) key and indicator
(p. 24)
Use to make individual copies of two originals placed
side by side on the original table.
Initial settings
The copier 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.
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Copy ratio: 100%
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Exposure: Automatic
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Copy quantity: 0
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All special copier modes: Off
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Paper feed station: Previously selected paper tray
* This time (auto clear time) can be changed. See page 35,
USER PROGRAMS.
ORIGINAL SIZE ENTER ( ) key and
indicators (p. 14, 16)
Use to input the original size for automatic paper selection and automatic copy ratio selection.
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COPIER INSTALLATION
GETTING STARTED
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.
Copier installation
Do not install your copier in areas that are:
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damp, humid, or very dusty
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exposed to direct sunlight
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poorly ventilated
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subject to extreme temperature or humidity changes, e.g., near an
air conditioner or heater.
The copier should be installed near an accessible power outlet
for easy connection.
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.
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For this copier’s power supply requirements, see the name plate located
on the back of the unit.
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.
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10 cm (4")
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.
Store spare toner cartridges in a cool dry place without removing
from the package before use.
If they are exposed to direct sunlight or excessive heat, poor copies
may result.
GETTING STARTED
Cautions on handling
Do not touch the photoconductive drum (green portion).
Scratches or smudges on the drum will cause dirty copies.
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LOADING COPY PAPER
Maximum height line
GETTING STARTED
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 49.)
The paper required ( ) indicator will light up when there is no copy paper
in the selected paper feed station, or when the paper tray is not installed or
is improperly installed.
When the paper size is changed in the paper tray, the
Loading copy paper
size of the paper must be entered by steps 8 through 11
on page 12. If not, the edges of copies may become
smudged with toner. Also, the AUTO IMAGE feature will
not function properly.
Gently lift and pull out the paper tray until it stops.
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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 paper.
Do not load paper above the maximum height line.
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Push the paper tray firmly back into the copier.
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LOADING COPY PAPER
Front guide
Left guide
Changing the copy paper size in the tray
Gently lift and pull out the paper tray until it stops.
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GETTING STARTED
Loading copy paper
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.
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With inch system machines, when using 11" x 17" copy paper, store
the left guide in the slot at the left front of the paper tray.
Load copy paper into the tray.
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Place the appropriate label to indicate the selected
paper size into the recess on the right front side of the
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paper tray.
Push the paper tray firmly back into the copier.
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LOADING COPY PAPER
GETTING STARTED
Loading copy paper
To set the selected paper size, press the PAPER SIZE
ENTER ( ) key.
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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 except the START ( ) key indicator
will go out.
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10
If copying is being performed, paper size setting cannot
be made .
Use the ORIGINAL SIZE ENTER ( ) key to select
the paper size which is set.
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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
ENTER ( ) key.
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AUDITING ACCOUNTS
If this copier has been programmed in the auditing mode, it will not function
until an assigned 3-digit account number has been entered. See page 38 for
setting the auditing mode.
If the copier has been programmed in the auditing mode, “–––” will appear
in the copy quantity display in the initial conditions.
MAKING COPIES
Enter your account number using the numeric keys.
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As each digit is entered, the dashes in the copy quantity display will
disappear.
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After the number is entered, the copy quantity display will change
to 0.
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If an unassigned number is entered, “–––” will appear again in the
copy quantity display, indicating that the number was not accepted.
When copying is completed, press the AUDIT CLEAR
( ) key.
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“–––” will appear again in the copy quantity display, indicating the
auditing mode.
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In the interrupt copy mode (see page 25), press the INTERRUPT ( )
key after an interrupt copy run is completed. All previous copier
settings will be restored and the previous account number will be
active.
Auditing accounts
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NORMAL COPYING
Power on
MAKING COPIES
Normal copying
Turn the power switch on.
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2
It will take about 35 seconds for the copier to warm up. However, you
can make desired settings and press the START ( ) key during
warm-up. Copying will start after warm-up.
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If the copier has been programmed in the auditing mode, the START
key ( ) indicator will not light up and “–––” will appear in the copy
quantity display. Enter an assigned 3-digit account number. See page
13.
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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 42, POWER SAVE
MODES.
Place the original face down on the original table. Align
it with the original size scale.
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Image loss (max. 4 mm (5/32")) can occur at the leading and trailing
edges of the copies. Also image loss (max. 4 mm (5/32") in total) can
occur along the other edges of the copies.
Close the platen cover.
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Ensure that the copy paper size in the paper tray is the
same size as the original.
4
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If paper of the required size is not loaded in the paper tray, use the
bypass tray and press the TRAY SELECT ( ) key to select the
bypass tray.
Adjust the copy density.
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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 coloured or
shaded background areas. See page 26 to adjust the automatic exposure level.
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NORMAL COPYING
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For manual copy density adjustment, press the AUTO/MANUAL/
PHOTO ( / / ) key to select MANUAL ( ) and adjust
with the light ( ) and dark ( ) keys as desired.
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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.
MAKING COPIES
Normal copying
Set the number of copies using the numeric keys.
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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.
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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.
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If the paper in the paper tray runs out during the copy run , the bypass
tray can be selected using the TRAY SELECT ( ) 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.
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REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM
Reduction and enlargement ratios can be selected either automatically with
the AUTO IMAGE ( ) key or manually with the PRESET RATIO
selector ( , ) keys and/or the zoom ( , ) keys. The zoom function
enables precise copy ratio selection from 50% to 200% in 1% increments.
MAKING COPIES
Automatic
Place the original on the original table and close the
platen cover.
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Reduction/enlargement/zoom
Press the ORIGINAL SIZE ENTER ( ) key until the
indicator for the size of the original on the original table
2
lights up.
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This feature will not work when copy paper of non-standard size is
used or the bypass tray is used.
Press the AUTO IMAGE ( ) key.
3
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The copy ratio will be automatically set.
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If a PRESET RATIO indicator is blinking, part of the original image
may not be copied.
If the orientation of the original does not correspond to
standard reduction/enlargement ratios for the selected
paper tray, then the ORIGINAL SIZE indicator will
blink. Change the orientation of the original.
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Set the number of copies.
4
Press the START ( ) key.
5
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To cancel the automatic reduction/enlargement
mode, press the AUTO IMAGE ( ) key again.
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