Sharp AR-F152 User Manual

MODEL

AR-F152

DIGITAL LASER COPIER/FACSIMILE

OPERATION MANUAL

Page

• GETTING STARTED

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• MAKING COPIES

• SPECIAL FUNCTIONS

• SUPPLIES AND

USER MAINTENANCE

• COPIER TROUBLE?

• APPENDIX

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20

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FOR YOUR RECORDS ...

To protect against loss or theft, record and retain for reference the
copier’s serial number located on the back of the unit.

Model Number

Serial Number

Date of Purchase

Place of Purchase
Authorized Sharp Copier

Service Department Number

This product contains a lithium-ion battery, and must be disposed of
properly.
Contact your local environmental officials for disposal instructions.

CAUTION:

To reduce the risk of fire, use only UL-Listed NO.26 AWG or larger
telecommunication line cord.

As an ENERGY STA R® Partner, SHARP has determined
that this product meets the ENERGY STA R® guidelines
for energy efficiency.

CONTENTS

1 GETTING STARTED

INTRODUCTION 3

CAUTIONS 4

MAIN FEATURES 5

PART NAMES 6

OPERATION PANEL 7

COPIER INSTALLATION 8

CAUTIONS ON HANDLING 9

LOADING COPY PAPER 10

2 MAKING COPIES

NORMAL COPYING 12

– Stream feeding mode 15

EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT/PHOTO COPYING 15

REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM 16

BYPASS FEED (including special paper) 17

TWO-SIDED COPYING 18

SPECIAL FUNCTIONS

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DESCRIPTION OF SPECIAL FUNCTIONS 20

TONER SAVE MODE 20

USER PROGRAMS (power save modes, auto clear time,
stream feeding mode) 21

– Setting the power save modes, auto clear time, and

stream feeding mode 21

DISPLAYING TOTAL NUMBER OF COPIES 22

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CONTENTS

SUPPLIES AND USER MAINTENANCE

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TONER CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT 23

– Toner cartridge life 25

USER MAINTENANCE 25

– Cabinet 25

– Original table and original cover 25

– Transfer charger 26

– When copier is not in use 26

COPIER TROUBLE?

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MISFEED REMOVAL 27

– A Misfeed in the paper feed area 28

– B Misfeed in the fusing area 28

– C Misfeed in the transport area 29

– D Misfeed in the lower paper feed area 30

– E Misfeed in the SPF 31

DEVELOPER REQUIRED 32

MAINTENANCE REQUIRED 32

TROUBLESHOOTING 33

STATUS INDICATORS 34

AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT 35

APPENDIX

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SPECIFICATIONS 36

SUPPLIES 38

– Types and sizes of copy paper 38

INDEX

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GETTING STARTED

This chapter provides basic information for using the copier.

INTRODUCTION

This copier has been designed to provide intuitive operating ease while requiring a minimum
amount of space. To get full use of all copier features, be sure to 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 facsimile machine. This copier can also be used
as a laser printer if an optional printer expansion kit is installed. This manual
describes only the copier features. For description of the facsimile and printer
features, see their separate manual.

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.

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

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

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

Indicates a letter displayed in the display.

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

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Copier power must be turned off before installing any supplies.

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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, for consecutive
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 radiation, 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 radiation exposure.

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 remove the cabinet, operation panel or any other covers.

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The copier’s exterior covers contain several safety interlock switches. Do not bypass
any safety interlock by inserting wedges or other items into switch slots.

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MAIN FEATURES

High-speed laser copying

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Since warm-up time is zero, copying can be started immediately after the power switch is
turned on.

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First-copy time is only 9.6 seconds (normal mode).

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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 image copying at 600 dpi can be 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.

Substantial copying functions

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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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Automatic document feeding through the single pass feeder (SPF) can be performed.

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Toner save mode reduces toner consumption by approximately 10%.

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User programs allow setting/modification of functions for customer’s needs.

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Scan once/ Print many

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This copier is equipped with a 1-page memory buffer. This Memory allows the
copier to scan an original once only and make up to 99 copies. This feature allows for
improved workflow, reduced operating noise from the copier and reduced wear and tear
on the scanning mechanism. This feature provides for a higher reliability.

Printer feature

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This copier can be used as a laser printer by installing an optional printer expansion kit.

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.

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PART NAMES

SPF exit area

Original guides

Document
feeder tray

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Original table

Operation
panel

Paper tray

Front cover

Toner cartridge lock release
lever

Side cover
open button

Power cord socket

Original cover

Side cover

Bypass tray

Bypass tray guides

Handle

Power switch

Feeding roller cover

Cover for optional printer interface
* A GDI expansion kit is optional.

Paper output
tray

Paper output tray
extension

Handle

Toner cartridge

Transfer charger

Fusing unit
release lever

Charger cleaner

Photoconductive drum

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OPERATION PANEL

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Exposure mode selector key and
indicators

Use to sequentially select the exposure
modes: AUTO, MANUAL or PHOTO.
Selected mode is shown by a lit indicator.
(p. 15)

Light and dark keys and exposure
indicators

Use to adjust the MANUAL or PHOTO
exposure level. Selected exposure level is
shown by a lit indicator. (p. 15)
Use to start and terminate user program
setting. (p. 21)

Alarm indicators

: Developer replacement required

indicator (p. 32)
: Misfeed indicator (p. 27)
: Toner cartridge replacement

required indicator (p. 23)

: Maintenance indicator (p. 32)

SPF indicator (p. 13)

SPF misfeed indicator (p. 27)
Copy ratio selector key and copy ratio

indicators

Use to sequentially select preset reduction/
enlargement copy ratios.
Selected copy ratio is shown by a lit indica­tor. (p. 16)

Zoom indicator (p. 16)

Copy ratio display (%) key (p. 16)

Display

Displays the specified copy quantity, zoom
copy ratio, user program code, and error
code.

ON LINE indicator

Lights up when the machine is used as a
printer. To use as a printer, an optional
printer expansion kit is needed.

Power save indicator

Lights up when the copier is in a power save
mode. (p. 20, 21)

Tray select key

Use to select a paper feed station (paper
tray or bypass tray). (p. 18)

Paper feed location indicators

Light up to show the selected paper feed
station.

Zoom keys

Use to select any reduction or enlargement
copy ratio from 50% to 200% in 1%
increments. (p. 16)

Copy quantity keys

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Use to select the desired copy quantity
(1 to 99). (p. 14)

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Use to make user program entries.
(p. 21)

Clear key

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Press to clear the display, or press during
a copy run to terminate copying. (p. 14)

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Press and hold down during standby to
display the total number of copies made
to date. (p. 22)

Print key and ready indicator

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Copying is possible when the indicator is
on.

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Use to set a user program.

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COPIER INSTALLATION

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

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

Do not install your copier in areas that are:

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damp, humid, or very dusty

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exposed to direct sunlight

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poorly ventilated

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

The copier should be installed near an accessible power outlet
for easy connection.

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.

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COPIER INSTALLATION

Be sure to allow the required space around

8"(20 cm)

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/m3)
calculated as an 8 hr. time-weighted average concentration.
However, since the small amount that is emitted may have an objectionable odor, it is
advisable to place the copier in a ventilated area.

4"
(10 cm)

CAUTIONS ON HANDLING

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

8"(20 cm)

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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 print quality may result.

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

This copier is equipped with two paper trays. Load copy paper into the two
paper trays.

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Raise the handle of the paper tray and pull the paper tray out until it stops.

Adjust the paper guides on the paper tray to the copy paper width and length.
Squeeze the lever of paper guide and slide the guide to match with the width of the
paper.
Move paper guide to the appropriate slot as marked on the tray.

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Paper guide B

Fan the copy paper and insert it into the tray. Make sure the edges go under the corner
hooks.

Do not load paper above the maximum height line ( ). Exceeding the line
will cause a paper misfeed.

Paper guide A

LOADING COPY PAPER

Gently push the paper tray back into the copier.

After loading copy paper, to cancel the blinking “P” without restarting copying,
press the clear ( ) key. The “P” in the display will go out and the ready ( )
indicator will light up.

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MAKING COPIES

This chapter describes basic copying functions and some other copying functions using the
bypass tray.

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Making copies

NORMAL COPYING

This copier has two document input stations - a single pass feeder (SPF) for automatic document
feeding and an original table for manual handling of documents. The SPF is designed to hold up
to 30 originals measuring from 5-1/2" x 8-1/2" to 10" x 14" and weighing from 14 to 23 lbs.

Ensure that paper of the desired size is set in the paper tray. See page 10, LOADING
COPY PAPER. When copying onto paper larger than 8-1/2" x 11" size, pull out the
paper output tray extension. Use the tray select ( ) key to select the desired paper
tray.

Turn the power switch on.
The ready ( ) indicator will light up.

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The copier will enter a power save mode once the set time has elapsed without
any copier operation after the last copy of a run is made or power is turned
on.
The settings of the power save modes can be modified. See page 21, USER
PROGRAMS.

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The copier will return to the initial settings a preset amount of time after the
last copy is made. The preset amount of time (auto clear time) can be changed.
See page 21, USER PROGRAMS.

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NORMAL COPYING

Place the original(s) face up in the document feeder tray or face down on the original
table.

A. When using the SPF:

(1) Make sure that no original is left on the original table.
(2) Adjust the original guides to the size of originals.
(3) Set the originals face up in the document feeder tray.

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Before feeding originals in the document feeder tray, be sure to remove any
staples or paper clips from them.

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Before placing curled or wavy originals into the document feeding tray, be
sure to flatten them. If not, original misfeeds may result.

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The SPF ( ) indicator on the operation panel will light up. If this indicator
does not light up, the originals are not properly set or the SPF is not properly
closed.

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Badly damaged originals may misfeed in the SPF. It is recommended that
such originals be copied from the original table.

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Special originals such as transparency film should not be fed through the
SPF, but should be placed directly on the original table.

Original face up

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B. When using the original table:

(1) Open the original cover.
(2) Place an original face down on the original table. Align it with the original scale

and the centering ( ) mark. Close the original cover.

Original scale

mark

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Making copies

NORMAL COPYING

When copying a book or an original which has been folded or a crumpled original,
press down the original cover lightly. If the original cover is not securely closed,
the copies may be striped or blurred.

A book, an original which has been
folded, or a crumpled original

Press the tray select ( ) key to select the desired tray.

Set the number of copies using the two copy quantity ( , ) keys.

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Press the clear ( ) key to clear an entry if a mistake is made.

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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 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.

Tens digit Units digit

Press the print ( ) key.

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To display the number of copies made in a continuous run, press the left copy
quantity key.

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To stop copying in the middle of a run, press the clear ( ) key. Copying will
stop and the number in the display will be reset to “0”.

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NORMAL COPYING

Stream feeding mode

The stream feeding mode allows easy operation of continuous copying from the SPF.
If the stream feeding mode has been enabled using user program No.4, the SPF ( ) indicator
will blink for approximately 5 seconds after the last original has been fed by the SPF. While this
indicator is blinking, any new originals placed in the document feeder tray will be fed and copied
automatically. If the stream feeding mode has been disabled, the print (
each time the originals are set even immediately after completion of a copy run from the SPF.
The default setting of the stream feeding mode is “OFF”. See page 21, USER PROGRAMS.

While the copier is in the streaming feeding mode for copying, do not set any
originals for facsimile transmission.

) key must be pressed

EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT/PHOTO COPYING

Copy density adjustment is not required for most originals in the automatic exposure mode. To
adjust the copy density manually or to copy photographs, the exposure level can be adjusted in
five steps manually.

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Making copies

Set the original and check the copy paper size.

Press the exposure mode selector key to select the manual ( ) mode or photo ( )
mode.

Use the light ( ) and dark ( ) keys to adjust the exposure level.
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 copy quantity ( , ) keys and press the print
( ) key.

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Making copies

REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM

Three preset reduction ratios and two enlargement ratios can be selected. The zoom function
enables copy ratio selection from 50% to 200% in 1% increments.

Set the original and check the copy paper size.

Use the copy ratio selector key and/or zoom ( , ) keys to select the desired copy
ratio.

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To verify a zoom setting without changing the zoom ratio, press and hold
down the copy ratio display (%) key. When the key is released, the display will
return to the copy quantity display.

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To reset the ratio to 100%, press the copy ratio selector key repeatedly until
the 100% indicator lights up.

To select a preset copy ratio: To select a zoom ratio:

Preset reduction and enlargement ratios
are: 50%, 64%, 78%, 129%, and 200%

To decrease or increase the zoom ratio rapidly, press and hold down the or

key. However, the value will stop at the preset reduction or enlargement
ratios. To move beyond these ratios, release the key and then press and hold it
down again.

Set the number of copies using the copy quantity ( , ) keys and press the print
( ) key.

When a zoom ( or ) key is pressed,
the ZOOM indicator will light up and the
zoom ratio will be displayed in the display.

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BYPASS FEED (including special paper)

The bypass tray automatically feeds up to 50 sheets of standard copy paper and also feeds
special papers such as transparency film and labels one sheet at a time. Copy paper measuring
from 3-1/2" x 5-1/2" to 8-1/2" x 14" and in the weight range of 14 to 34.5 lbs. can be used in this
tray. (For paper weighing from 28 to 34.5 lbs., 8-1/2" x 11" is the maximum size.)

Place the original(s) face up in the document feeder tray or face down on the original
table.

The original image must be smaller than the paper or media for copying.
If the original image is bigger than the paper or media, this may cause smudges
on the edges of the copies.

Open the bypass tray and extend the tray.

To close the bypass tray, perform
step1 and then step 2 in the
illustration and push the round
projections at the right of the tray
until the tray clicks into place.

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Set the paper guides to the copy paper width. Insert the copy paper (print face down)
all the way into the bypass tray.

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Paper must be fed narrow side into the feed slot.

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Transparency film, labels, and other special purpose papers must be fed
individually.

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When copying onto transparency film, remove each copy promptly. Do not let
copies stack up.

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When loading an envelope, make sure that it is straight and flat.

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BYPASS FEED

Print face

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Making copies

Press the tray select ( ) key to select the bypass tray. Set the number of copies if
using standard copy paper. Press the print ( ) key.

TWO-SIDED COPYING

Two-sided copying can be made on this copier using the bypass tray.

Example: The following two originals will be copied onto two sides of copy paper.

Face up or face down

Face up

First original

Place the first original on the original table and make a copy.
The first copy can be made using either the paper tray or the bypass tray.

Second original

Face down

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Replace the first original with the second original on the original table and close the
original cover. Make sure that the first and second originals are oriented in the same
way on the original table.

Both the first and second originals can be set in the SPF but they must be set
separately. If the stream feeding mode for the SPF has been enabled, set the
second original after the SPF ( ) indicator goes out. See page 15.

TWO-SIDED COPYING

For tablet binding, turn the first copy over left to right as shown below. For booklet
binding, turn the first copy over top to bottom (not shown). Feed the first copy into the
bypass tray.

Press the tray select ( ) key to select the bypass tray and press the print ( ) key.

Be sure to feed the copy paper one sheet at a time.

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SPECIAL FUNCTIONS

This chapter describes the special functions of this copier. Use these functions as needed.

DESCRIPTION OF SPECIAL FUNCTIONS

Toner save mode (page 20)

Reduces toner consumption by approximately 10%.

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Special functions

Power save modes (page 21)

The copier has two power save modes of operation: preheat mode and auto power shut-off
mode.

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Auto clear (page 21)

The copier returns to the initial settings a preset amount of time after the last copy is made. This
preset amount of time (auto clear time) can be changed.

Stream feeding mode (page 21)

For description of the stream feeding mode, see page 15.

Preheat mode

When the copier enters the preheat mode, the power save ( ) indicator will light up and
other indicators will remain on or off as before. In this condition, the fuser in the copier is
maintained at a lower heat level, thereby saving power. To exit from the preheat mode, press
any key including keys on the operation panel for facsimile or place originals in the SPF.

Auto power shut-off mode

When the copier enters the auto power shut-off mode, the power save ( ) indicator will light
up and other indicators will go out. The auto power shut-off mode saves more power than the
preheat mode but requires a longer time before starting copying. To exit from the auto power
shut-off mode, press the print ( ) key or any key on the operation panel for facsimile or
place originals in the SPF. (When the print ( ) key is pressed once to exit the auto power
shut-off mode, copying will not start.)

TONER SAVE MODE

Press the exposure mode selector key to select the manual ( ) mode.

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TONER SAVE MODE

Press and hold down the exposure mode selector key for approximately 5 seconds.
The manual ( ) indicator will go out and the photo ( ) indicator will begin to blink.
The exposure indicator marked “5” will light up, indicating the standard toner mode is
active.

To enter the toner save mode, press the light ( ) key.
The exposure indicator marked “1” will light up, indicating the toner save mode is
selected.

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Special functions

Press the exposure mode selector key twice. The photo ( ) indicator will stop blinking
and the AUTO indicator will light up steadily. The toner save mode is now active.

To return to the standard mode, repeat the procedure but use the dark ( ) key
to select exposure level “5” in step 3.

USER PROGRAMS (power save modes, auto clear
time, stream feeding mode)

The user programs allow the parameters of certain functions to be set, changed, or canceled
as desired.

Setting the power save modes, auto clear time, and stream feeding mode

Press and hold down the light ( ) and dark ( ) keys simultaneously for more than
5 seconds until all the alarm indicators ( , , and ) blink and “– –” appears in
the display.

Use the left copy quantity ( ) key to select a user program number (1: auto clear
time, 2: preheat mode, 3: auto power shut-off timer, 4: stream feeding mode, 5: auto
power shut-off mode). The selected number will blink in the left side of the display.

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USER PROGRAMS

Press the print ( ) key. The entered program number will be steadily lit and the
currently selected parameter number for the program will blink on the right side of the
display.

Select the desired parameter using the right copy quantity ( ) key. The entered
parameter number will blink on the right of the display.

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Special functions

Program
No.

1 Auto clear time 0 OFF 1 30 sec. * 2 60 sec.

2 Preheat mode 0 30 sec. 1 60 sec. * 2 90 sec.

3 Auto power shut- 0 2 min. * 1 5 min. 2 15 min.

4 Stream feeding * 0 OFF 1 ON

5 Auto power shut- 0 OFF * 1 ON

Factory default settings are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Press the print ( ) key. The right-hand number in the display will be steadily lit and
the entered value will be stored.

To change the setting or to set another mode, press the clear ( ) key. The
copier will return to step 2.

Press the light ( ) or dark ( ) key to return to the normal copy mode.

Mode Parameters

3 90 sec. 4 120 sec. 5 10 sec.

off timer 3 30 min. 4 60 min. 5 120 min.

mode

off mode

DISPLAYING TOTAL NUMBER OF COPIES

Use the following procedure to display the total number of copies.

Press the clear ( ) key to reset the display to zero.

Press and hold down the clear ( ) key for approximately 5 seconds. The total number
of copies will appear in two steps, each with three digits.

Example: Total number of copies is 1,234.

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SUPPLIES AND USER MAINTENANCE

This chapter describes how to replace the toner cartridge.

Be sure to use only genuine SHARP parts and supplies.

TONER CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT

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

During long copy run of a dark original, the ready ( ) indicator may blink,
the indicator light up, and the copier stop, even though toner is left. The
copier will feed toner up to 2 minutes and then the ready ( ) indicator will
light up. Press the print ( ) key to restart copying.

Ensure that the bypass tray is open and then open the side cover while pressing the
side cover open button.
Then, push gently on both sides of the front cover to open the cover.

Push the toner cartridge lock release lever and pull the toner cartridge out. Dispose of
the old toner cartridge in accordance with local regulations.

Toner cartridge lock release
lever

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Supplies and user maintenance

After removing the toner cartridge, do not shake it or tap on it. Doing so may
cause a spill of toner.

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TONER CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT

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

Gently insert the toner cartridge along the guides until it locks in place while pushing
the lock release lever. Pull out the shutter and remove it from the toner cartridge as
shown in the illustration

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Supplies and user maintenance

4 or 5 times

Close the front cover and then the side cover by pressing the round projections near
the side cover open button. The indicator will go out and the ready ( ) indicator
will light up.

When closing the covers, be sure to close the front cover securely and then
close the side cover. If the covers are closed in the wrong order, the covers may
be damaged.

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TONER CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT

Toner cartridge life

To find out the approximate quantity of toner remaining, follow the procedure below.

Press and hold down the light ( ) and dark ( ) keys simultaneously for more than

5 seconds until all the alarm indicators ( , , and ) blink and “– –” appears in
the display.

Press and hold down the copy ratio display ( ) key for more than 5 seconds.

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

Press the light ( ) or dark ( ) key.

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All the alarm indicators will go out.

USER MAINTENANCE

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Supplies and user maintenance

Proper care is essential in order to get clean, sharp copies. Be sure to take a few minutes to
regularly clean the copier.

Before cleaning, be sure to turn the power switch off and remove the power
cord from the outlet.

Do not use thinner, benzene or other volatile cleaning agents. Doing so may
cause deformation, discoloration, deterioration or malfunction.

Cabinet

Wipe the cabinet with a soft, clean cloth.

Original table and original cover

Stains on the glass, cover or SPF roller will also be copied. Wipe the glass, cover and SPF roller
with a soft, clean cloth. If necessary, dampen the cloth with a glass cleaner.

Original table Original cover

SPF roller

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USER MAINTENANCE

Transfer charger

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

Turn the power switch off.

Ensure that the bypass tray is open and then open the side cover while pressing the
side cover open button.

Take the charger cleaner out by holding the tab.
Set the charger cleaner onto the right end of the transfer charger, gently slide the
cleaner to the left end, and then remove it. Repeat this operation two or three times.

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

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Supplies and user maintenance

Return the charger cleaner to its original position. Close the side cover by pressing the
round projections near the side cover open button.

Turn the power switch on.

When copier is not in use

To prevent entry of dust and foreign matter, store the copier as follows.

Remove the power cord and secure the copier using tape (four locations).

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COPIER TROUBLE?

This chapter describes misfeed removal and troubleshooting.

MISFEED REMOVAL

When the misfeed ( ) indicator blinks or blinks in the display, the copier will stop because
of a misfeed.
If a misfeed occurs when using the SPF, a number may appear in the display after a minus sign.
This indicates the number of the originals that must be returned to the document feeder tray
after a misfeed. Return the required number of originals. Then this number will disappear when
copying is resumed or the clear ( ) key is pressed.
When the SPF misfeeds an original sheet, the copier will stop and the SPF misfeed ( ) indicator
will blink, while the misfeed ( ) indicator will remain off. For a misfeed of originals in the SPF,
see “E Misfeed in the SPF” on page 31.

This copier is turned on with the lower side cover open, the misfeed (
will blink. In this case, close the lower side cover. The misfeed ( ) indicator will

go out.

Ensure that the bypass tray is open and then open the side cover while pressing the
side cover open button.

Check the misfeed location. Remove the misfed paper following the instructions for
each location in the illustration below.
If blinks in the display, proceed to “A Misfeed in the paper feed area”. (p. 28)

If paper is misfed here, proceed to “B
Misfeed in the fusing area”. (p. 28)

) indicator

5

Copier trouble?

If the misfed paper is seen from
this side, proceed to “C Misfeed
in the transport area”. (p. 29)

If paper is misfed here, proceed to “A
Misfeed in the paper feed area”. (p. 28)

If paper is misfed here, proceed to “D Misfeed in the

lower paper feed area”. (p. 30)

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MISFEED REMOVAL

A Misfeed in the paper feed area

Gently remove the misfed paper from the paper feed area as shown in the illustration.
When blinks in the display and the misfed paper is not seen from the paper feed
area, pull out the paper tray and remove the misfed paper. If the paper cannot be
removed, proceed to “B Misfeed in the fusing area”.

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

●

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

●

If the paper has been fed through the bypass tray, do not remove the misfed
paper through the bypass tray. Toner on the paper may stain the paper transport
area, resulting in smudges on copies.

5

Copier trouble?

Close the side cover by pressing the round projections near the side cover open button.
The misfeed ( ) indicator will go out and the ready ( ) indicator will light up.

B Misfeed in the fusing area

Lower the fusing unit release lever by rotating it all the way as shown in the illustration.

While you are lowering the fusing unit release lever, it will not move smoothly at
a location on the way. However, be sure to lower the lever by rotating it all the
way to the location where it will not rotate as shown in the right illustration.

Fusing unit release lever

Gently remove the misfed paper from under the fusing unit as shown in the illustration.
If the paper cannot be removed, proceed to “C Misfeed in the transport area”.

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

●

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

●

Do not remove the misfed paper from above the fusing unit. Unfixed toner on
the paper may stain the paper transport area, resulting in smudges on copies.

Raise the fusing unit release lever and then close the side cover by pressing the round
projections near the side cover open button. The misfeed ( ) indicator will go out and
the ready ( ) indicator will light up.

C Misfeed in the transport area

MISFEED REMOVAL

Lower the fusing unit release lever by rotating it all the way as shown in the illustration.

While you are lowering the fusing unit release lever, it will not move smoothly at
a location on the way. However, be sure to lower the lever by rotating it all the
way to the location where it will not rotate as shown in the right illustration.

Fusing unit release lever

Push gently on both sides of the front cover to open the cover.

5

Copier trouble?

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5

MISFEED REMOVAL

Rotate the feeding roller in the direction of the arrow and gently remove the misfed
paper from the exit area.

Feeding roller

Raise the fusing unit release lever, close the front cover and then close the side cover
by pressing the round projections near the side cover open button. The misfeed ( )
indicator will go out and the ready ( ) indicator will light up.

When closing the covers, be sure to close the front cover securely and then
close the side cover. If the covers are closed in the wrong order, the covers may
be damaged.

Copier trouble?

D Misfeed in the lower paper feed area

Open the lower side cover (under the bypass tray) and remove the misfed paper.
If blinks and the misfed paper is not seen from the area of the lower side cover,
pull out the lower paper tray and remove the misfed paper. Then close the lower paper
tray.

Close the lower side cover.

Close the side cover by pressing the round projections near the side cover open button.
The misfeed ( ) indicator will go out and the ready ( ) indicator will light up.

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MISFEED REMOVAL

Feeding roller cover

E Misfeed in the SPF

An original misfeed may occur at one of three locations: if the misfed original is seen from the
document feeder tray, (A) in the document feeder tray; if the misfed original is not seen from the
document feeder tray, (B) in the exit area or (C) under the feeding roller. Remove the misfed
original following the instructions for each location.

(A) Open the feeding roller cover and pull the original gently to the left and out from the

document feeder tray. Close the feeding roller cover. Open and close the original cover to
clear the SPF misfeed (
If the misfed original cannot be easily removed, proceed to (C) without pulling the original
forcibly from the document feeder tray.

(B) Open the original cover and rotate the roller rotating knob to remove the misfed original

from the exit area.
If the misfed original cannot be easily removed, proceed to (C) without pulling the original
forcibly.

) indicator.

Roller rotating knob

5

Copier trouble?

(C) If the original does not move easily into the exit area, remove it in the direction of the arrow

while rotating the knob.

A number may appear in the display after a minus sign, indicating the number of
the originals that must be returned to the document feeder tray.
Clear the misfeed and return the required number of originals. Then press the
print ( ) key to resume copying.

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5

Copier trouble?

DEVELOPER REQUIRED

When the indicator lights up, the developer should be replaced.DEVELOPER
REPLACEMENT SHOULD ONLY BE DONE BY AN AUTHORIZED SHARP SERVICE
TECHNICIAN. Contact your service center as soon as possible.

MAINTENANCE REQUIRED

When indicator lights up, service by an authorized SHARP service technician is required.
Contact your service center as soon as possible.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

If any problem occurs, check the list below before contacting your SHARP service center.

Problem Possible cause

Copier plugged in?

Copier does not
operate.

Blank copies

Power save ( )
indicator on.

Copies are too
dark or too light.

Dust, dirt,
smudges appear
on copies.

Striped copies

Paper misfeeds
frequently.

Images rub off
the copy easily.

Power switch on?
Side cover closed

securely?
Front cover closed?

Is the original placed face
down on the original table
or face up in the SPF?

Is the copier in the
preheat mode?

Is the copier in the auto
power shut-off mode?

Is original image too dark
or too light?

Is the copier in the
automatic exposure
mode?

Is the copier in the photo
exposure mode?

Original table or original
cover dirty?

Original smudged or
blotchy?

Is transfer charger clean?
Non-standard paper used?

Paper curled or damp?

Pieces of paper inside
copier?

Paper guides in the paper
tray not set properly?
Too much paper in the
paper tray or bypass tray?

Is the copy paper too
heavy?

Paper damp?

Solution

Plug the copier into a grounded
outlet.

Turn the power switch on.
Gently close the side cover.

Gently close the front cover and
then close the side cover.

Place the original face down on
the original table or face up in
the SPF.

Press any key to cancel the
preheat mode.

Press the print ( ) key to
cancel the auto power shut-off
mode.

Adjust the exposure manually.

Adjust the automatic exposure
level.

Cancel the photo exposure
mode.

Clean regularly.

Use a clean original.

Clean the transfer charger.
Use standard paper. If using

special papers, feed the paper
through the bypass tray.

Store copy paper flat in the
wrapper in a dry location.

Remove all pieces of misfed
paper.

Set the guides properly
depending on the paper size.

Remove excessive paper from
the tray.

Use copy paper within the
specified range.

Replace with dry copy paper. If
the copier is not used for a long
time, remove the paper from the
paper tray and store it in its
wrapper in a dry location.

See
page:

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13

20

20

15

35

15

25

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38

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10

10

38

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Copier trouble?

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STATUS INDICATORS

When the following indicators light up or blink on the operation panel or the following alphanumeric
codes appear in the display, solve the problem immediately referring to both the table below and
the relevant page.

Be sure to use only genuine SHARP parts and supplies.

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Copier trouble?

Indication

Developer
replacement
required indicator

Toner cartridge
replacement
required indicator

Misfeed indicator

Maintenance
indicator

SPF misfeed
indicator

The paper tray indicator
is blinking.

“CH” is blinking in the
display.

“CH” is steadily lit in the
display.

“P” is blinking in the display.

A letter and a number
appear alternately.

Steadily
lit

Steadily
lit

Blinking

Blinking

Steadily
lit

Blinking

Cause and remedy

Developer is required. Contact your SHARP
service center as soon as possible.

Replacement of toner cartridge will be needed
soon. Obtain a new cartridge.

Toner cartridge must be replaced. Replace it with
a new one.

A misfeed has occurred. Remove the misfed
paper referring to the description of “Misfeed
removal.”

The lower side cover may be open. If so, close it.

Service by an authorized SHARP service
technician is required.

An original misfeed has occurred in the SPF.
Remove the misfed originals referring to the
description of “Misfeed in the SPF”.

The paper tray is not installed properly.
Push the tray into the copier securely.

The toner cartridge is not installed. Install the toner
cartridge. If “CH” is blinking even if the cartridge is
installed properly, contact your SHARP service
center immediately.

Side cover is open. Close the side cover securely
by pressing the round projections near the side
cover open button.

Paper tray or bypass tray is empty. Load copy
paper.

A misfeed has occurred in the paper tray or
bypass tray. Remove the misfed paper.

The copier will not function. Turn the power
switch off, remove the power cord from the
outlet, and contact your SHARP service center.

See
page:

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27

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31

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23

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10

27

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The memory backup function for facsimile maintains data only for approximately
one hour. When any facsimile data is kept in memory, do not keep the copier
power turned off (by unplugging the power cord) for a long time even if the
copier stops due to trouble.

AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT

The automatic exposure level can be adjusted to suit your copying needs. This level is set for
copying from the original table and copying from the SPF respectively.

When adjusting the automatic exposure level for copying from the SPF, place an original
in the document feeder tray and make sure that the SPF ( ) indicator lights up.
When adjusting the level for copying from the original table, make sure that no original
is left in the document feeder tray.

Press the exposure mode selector key to select the photo ( ) mode.

Press and hold down the exposure mode selector key for approximately 5 seconds.
The photo ( ) indicator will go out and the AUTO indicator will begin to blink. One or
two exposure indicators corresponding to the automatic exposure level which has
been selected will light up.

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Copier trouble?

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

Press the exposure selector key. The AUTO indicator will stop blinking and light up
steadily.

This automatic exposure level will remain in effect until you change it again by
this procedure.

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APPENDIX

SPECIFICATIONS

Type Digital laser copier/facsimile, desk-top type

Copy system Dry, electrostatic transfer

Originals Sheets, bound documents

Original size Max. 10" x 14" (5-1/2" x 8-1/2" to 10" x 14" for SPF)

Copy sizes 3-1/2" x 5-1/2" to 8-1/2" x 14"

(Feed copy paper lengthwise only.)
Image loss: Max. 5/32" (4 mm) (leading and trailing edges)

Max. 11/64" (4.5 mm) (along the other edges in
totals)

Copy speed 15 copies/min.

Continuous copying Max. 99 copies; subtractive counter

First-copy time 9.6 s (normal copying mode)
(Approximately)

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Appendix

Copy ratio Variable: 50% to 200% in 1% increments (total 151 steps)

Fixed: 50%, 64%, 78%, 100%, 129%, 200%

Exposure system Original table: Moving optical source, slit exposure (stationary

platen) with automatic exposure
SPF: Moving original

Copy paper feed Two paper trays with automatic feed (250 sheets); one bypass

tray with 50-sheet automatic feed capability

Fusing system Heat rollers

Development system Magnetic brush development

Light source Xenon lamp

Resolution Scan: 400 dpi

Output: 600 dpi

Memory 6 MB

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Power supply AC 120V (±10%), 60 Hz (±2%)

Power consumption 1,000 W

Overall dimensions 31.9" (W) x 19" (D) (809 mm (W) x 483 mm (D))

Weight 57.3 lbs. (26 kg)
(Approximately) Toner cartridge included

Copier dimensions 20.4" (W) x 19" (D) x 18.3" (H)

(518 mm (W) x 483mm (D) x 465 mm (H))

Operating conditions Temperature: 50°F to 86°F (10°C to 30°C)

Humidity: 20% to 85%

Noise level Sound Power Level LWA

Copying: 71 [dB (A)], Standby: Background noise level
Sound Pressure Level LPA (bystander positions)
Copying: 40 [dB (A)], Standby: Background noise level
Noise emission measurement in accordance with ISO 7779.

Optional equipment GDI expansion kit (AR-PG1)

SPECIFICATIONS

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Appendix

First-copy time may differ depending on operating conditions, such as power-supply voltage
and room temperature.

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.

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SUPPLIES

Types and sizes of copy paper

For best results, use only paper recommended by SHARP.

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Appendix

Type of paper
feeding

Paper tray Standard paper Letter (8-1/2" x 11") 15 lbs. to 21 lbs.

Bypass tray Standard paper and Letter (8-1/2" x 11") 14 lbs. to 34.5

Type of media Size Weight

Legal (8-1/2" x 14")
Invoice (5-1/2" x 8-1/2")
A4 (210 mm x 297 mm)
B5 (182 mm x 257 mm)
A5 (148.5 mm x 210 mm)

thick paper Legal (8-1/2" x 14") lbs.**

Invoice (5-1/2" x 8-1/2")
A4 (210 mm x 297 mm)
B5 (182 mm x 257 mm)
A5 (148.5 mm x 210 mm)
A6 (105 mm x 148.5 mm)

Special Transparency Letter (8-1/2" x 11")
media film A4 (210 mm x 297 mm)

Envelope* Commercial 10

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

* Do not use envelopes that have metal clasps, plastic snappers, string closures, windows,

linings, self-adhesive, patches or synthetic materials. These will cause physical damage to
the copier.

** For paper weighing from 28 to 34.5 lbs., 8-1/2" x 11" is the maximum size that can be fed

through the bypass tray.

●

Special papers such as transparency film and labels must be fed one sheet at a time through
the bypass tray.

Be sure to use only genuine SHARP parts and supplies.

For best copying results, be sure to use only SHARP Genuine Supplies which
are designed, engineered, and tested to maximize the life and performance of
SHARP copiers. Look for the Genuine Supplies label on the toner package.

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Proper storage

1. Store the supplies in a location that is:

●

clean and dry,

●

at a stable temperature,

●

not exposed to direct sunlight.

2. Store copy paper in the wrapper and lying flat.

●

Paper stored out of the wrapper or in packages standing on end may curl or get damp,
resulting in paper misfeeds.

SUPPLIES

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Appendix

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INDEX

A

Auto clear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20, 21

Automatic exposure adjustment . . . . . . . 35

Auto power shut-off mode . . . . . . . . 20, 21

B

Bypass tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

C

Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Cautions on handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Charger cleaner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Copier trouble? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Copying

– normal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

– reduction/enlargement . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

– through bypass tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

– two-sided . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Copy paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Copy quantity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Copy ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

D

Dark key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Developer replacement required

indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Document feeder tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

E

Enlargement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Exposure adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

F

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Fixed copy ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Fusing unit release lever . . . . . . . . . . 6, 28

G

GDI expansion kit (AR-PG1) . . . . . . . . . 37

I

Installation

– location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

L

Light key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Loading copy paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

M

Maintenance

– user maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

– maintenance required indicator . . . . . 32

Manual exposure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Manual feeding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Misfeed removal

– fusing area. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

– lower paper feed area . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

– paper feed area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

– SPF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

– transport area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

N

Names

– operation panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

– part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

O

ON LINE indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Operation panel

– part names . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Original cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Original guides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6, 13

Original table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6, 13

P

Paper

– loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

– special . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

– specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Paper feed area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Paper output tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Paper output tray extension . . . . . . . . 6, 12

Paper size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Paper transport area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Paper tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Part names . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Photo mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 15

INDEX

Power on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Power save modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20, 21

Power switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6, 12

Preheat mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20, 21

Print key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

R

Ready indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Reduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Replacement

– toner cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

S

Single pass feeder (SPF) . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Special paper. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Specifications

– copier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

– paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

SPF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Status indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Storage of supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Stream feeding mode . . . . . . . . . . . 15, 21

T

Toner cartridge

– indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 34

– life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

– replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Toner save mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Total number of copies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Transfer charger. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6, 26

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Two-sided copying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

U

User maintenance

– cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

– original cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

– original table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

– transfer charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Z

Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Date Issued:Nov. 1, 2000

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

MSDS No. F-01001

Section 1. Product Identification

Product:

AR-152NT/T/FT/ST (Black Toner)

Section 2. Supplier’s Name and Address

Sharp Corporation
22-22 Nagaike-cho, Abeno-ku, Osaka, Japan
Local suppliers are listed below. Please contact the nearest supplier for additional information.

(Country) (Name and Telephone Number)

U.S.A. Sharp Electronics Corporation

Canada Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd.

United Kingdom Sharp Electronics (U.K.) Ltd.

Section 3. Ingredients

Ingredients CAS No. Proportion OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV Other Limits

Styrene-Acrylate copolymer 29497-14-1 > 88 % Not listed Not listed None
Carbon black 1333-86-4 < 6.0% 3.5mg/m
Iron oxide 1309-38-2 < 4.5% Not listed Not listed None
Metal Complex dye 109125-51-1 < 1.5% 0.5mg/m

Telephone number for information: 1-800-237-4277
Emergency telephone number: 1-800-255-3924

Telephone number for information: 905-890-2100
Emergency telephone number: 1-800-255-3924

Telephone number for information: 01923-474013

3

3

109125-50-0

{

84179-66-8

3.5mg/m

0.5mg/m

3

3

None

None

Section 4. Hazardous Identification (Emergency Overview)

Toner is a fine, black powder possessing no immediate hazard. There are no anticipated carcinogenic
effects from exposure based on animal tests performed using toner. When used as intended according
to instructions, studies do not indicate any symptoms of fibrosis will occur.

Section 5. Health Hazard Data

Route(s) of Entry: Inhalation? Skin? Ingestion?

Health Hazards: Acute oral toxicity ------------- LDLo of this toner is over 2,000mg/kg.

Mutagenicity -------------------- The result of Ames test is negative.

Carcinogenicity: In 1996 the IARC reevaluated carbon black as a Group 2B carcinogen (possible

human carcinogen). This classification is given to chemicals for which there is
inadequate human evidence, but sufficient animal evidence on which to base an
opinion of carcinogenicity. The classification is based upon the development of lung
tumors in rats receiving chronic inhalation exposures to free carbon black at levels
that induce particle overload of the lung. Studies performed in animal models other
than rats did not show any association between carbon black and lung tumors.
Moreover, a two-year cancer bioassay using a typical toner preparation containing
carbon black demonstrated no association between toner exposure and tumor
development in rats.

Chronic Effect: In a study in rats of chronic inhalation exposure to a typical toner, a mild to moderate

degree of lung fibrosis was observed in 92% of the rats in the high concentration
(16mg/m
22% of the animals in the middle (4mg/m
was reported in the lowest (1mg/m3) exposure group, the most relevant level to
potential human exposures.

Signs and Symptoms of Exposure: Minimal irritation to respiratory tract may occur as with exposure

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: None
Emergency and First Aid Procedures:

Inhalation; Remove to fresh air. If effects occur, consult medical personnel.
Eye; In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with water for 15 minutes.

Yes No Possible but very unusual.

3

) exposure group, and a minimal to mild degree of fibrosis was noted in

to any non-toxic dust.

3

) exposure group, but no pulmonary change

Section 6. Physical Chemical Characteristics

Boiling / Melting Point: Not applicable Specific Gravity: 1.1
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable Solubility in Water: Negligible
Vapor Density: Not applicable PH: Not applicable
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable Viscosity: Not applicable
Appearance: Fine powder Color: Black
Odor: Odorless

Section 7. Fire and Explosion Data

Flash Point (Method Used): Not applicable
Ignition Temperature: >350°C
Flammable Limits: (LEL); Not applicable (UEL); Not applicable
Extinguishing Media: CO2, dry chemical, foam or water
Special Fire Fighting Procedure: None
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazard: This material has no unusual fire or explosion hazards.
Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact: None
Sensitivity to Static Charge: None

Section 8. Reactivity Data

Stability: Stable
Incompatibility (Material to Avoid): None
Hazardous Decomposition: CO and NOx
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.

Section 9. Precautions for Safe Handling and Use

Personal Protection Information (Respiratory, Eye Protection and Protective Glove):

Use of a dust mask is recommended when handling a large quantity of toner or
during long term exposure, as with any non-toxic dust.

Engineering Control / Ventilation: Not required.
Work / Hygienic Practice: Inhalation should be minimized as with any non-toxic

dust.

Steps to be taken in case of Spill or Leak: Sweep up or clean up with vacuum cleaner.
Waste Disposal Method: Waste material may be dumped or incinerated under

conditions which meet all federal, state and local
environmental regulations.

Section 10. Regulatory Information

NFPA Rating (U.S.A.): Health = 1 Flammability = 1 Reactivity = 0
WHMIS Legislation (Canada): This product is not a controlled product.
Transport Information: This product is not a hazardous material.
UN No.: None allocated.

Section 11. Other Information

References: IARC (1996) IARC Monographs on the Evaluation of the Carcinogenic Risk of Chemicals

to Humans, Vol. 65, Printing Process and Printing inks, Carbon Black and Some Nitro
Compounds, Lyon, pp-149-261
H. Muhle, B. Bellmann, O. Creutzenberg, C. Dasenbrock, H. Ernst, R. Kilpper, J. C.
MacKenzie, P. Morrow, U. Mohr, S. Takenaka, and R. Mermelstein (1991) Pulmonary
Response to Toner upon Chronic Inhalation Exposure in Rats. Fundamental and Applied
Toxicology 17, pp. 280-299

Date Issued :Nov. 1, 2000

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

MSDS No. F-31001

Section 1. Product Identification

Product

AR-152ND/DV/SD (Black Developer)

Section 2. Supplier’s Name and Address

Sharp Corporation
22-22 Nagaike-cho, Abeno-ku, Osaka, Japan
Local suppliers are listed below. Please contact the nearest supplier for additional information.

(Country) (Name and Telephone Number)

U.S.A. Sharp Electronics Corporation

Telephone number for information: 1-800-237-4277
Emergency telephone number: 1-800-255-3924

Canada Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd.

United Kingdom Sharp Electronics (U.K.) Ltd.

Section 3. Ingredients

Ingredients CAS No. Proportion OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV Other Limits

Iron powder 7439-89-6 > 92.5% Not listed Not listed None
Styrene-Acrylate copolymer 29497-14-1 < 7.0% Not listed Not listed None
Carbon black 1333-86-4 < 0.5% 3.5mg/m

Telephone number for information: 905-890-2100
Emergency telephone number: 1-800-255-3924

Telephone number for information: 01923-474013

3

3.5mg/m

3

None

Section 4. Hazardous Identification (Emergency Overview)

Developer is a black powder containing small amounts of toner, and possessing no immediate hazard.
There are no anticipated carcinogenic effects from exposure based on animal tests performed using
toner.

Section 5. Health Hazard Data

Route(s) of Entry: Inhalation? Skin? Ingestion?

Health Hazards: Acute oral toxicity ------------- LDLo of this toner which is included in this developer

Mutagenicity -------------------- The toner, which is included in this developer, has been

Carcinogenicity: In 1996 the IARC reevaluated carbon black as a Group 2B carcinogen (possible

human carcinogen). This classification is given to chemicals for which there is
inadequate human evidence, but sufficient animal evidence on which to base an
opinion of carcinogenicity. The classification is based upon the development of lung
tumors in rats receiving chronic inhalation exposures to free carbon black at levels
that induce particle overload of the lung. Studies performed in animal models other
than rats did not show any association between carbon black and lung tumors.
While there have been no studies to date using developer, a two-year cancer
bioassay using a typical toner preparation containing carbon black (a small amount
of toner is included in the developer mixture) demonstrated no association between
toner exposure and tumor development in rats.

Signs and Symptoms of Exposure: Minimal irritation to respiratory tract may occur as with exposure

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: None
Emergency and First Aid Procedures:

Inhalation; Remove to fresh air. If effects occur, consult medical personnel.
Eye; In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with water for 15 minutes.

No No Possible but very unusual.

is over 2,000mg/kg.

tested on Ames test. The result is negative.

to any non-toxic dust.

Section 6. Physical Chemical Characteristics

Boiling / Melting Point: Not applicable Specific Gravity: about 7.3
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable Solubility in Water: Negligible
Vapor Density: Not applicable PH: Not applicable
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable Viscosity: Not applicable
Appearance: Fine powder Color: Black
Odor: Odorless

Section 7. Fire and Explosion Data

Flash Point (Method Used): Not applicable
Ignition Temperature: >350°C
Flammable Limits: (LEL); Not applicable (UEL); Not applicable
Extinguishing Media: CO2, dry chemical, foam or water
Special Fire Fighting Procedure: None
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazard: This material has no unusual fire or explosion hazards.
Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact: None
Sensitivity to Static Charge: None

Section 8. Reactivity Data

Stability: Stable
Incompatibility (Material to Avoid): None
Hazardous Decomposition: CO and NOx
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.

Section 9. Precautions for Safe Handling and Use

Personal Protection Information (Respiratory, Eye Protection and Protective Glove):

None required under normal use.

Engineering Control / Ventilation: Not required.
Work / Hygienic Practice: Not required.
Steps to be taken in case of Spill or Leak: Sweep up or clean up with vacuum cleaner.
Waste Disposal Method: Waste material may be dumped or incinerated under

conditions which meet all federal, state and local
environmental regulations.

Section 10. Regulatory Information

NFPA Rating (U.S.A.): Health = 1 Flammability = 1 Reactivity = 0
WHMIS Legislation (Canada): This product is not a controlled product.
Transport Information: This product is not a hazardous material.
UN No.: None allocated.

Section 11. Other Information

References: IARC (1996) IARC Monographs on the Evaluation of the Carcinogenic Risk of Chemicals

to Humans, Vol. 65, Printing Process and Printing inks, Carbon Black and Some Nitro
Compounds, Lyon, pp-149-261
H. Muhle, B. Bellmann, O. Creutzenberg, C. Dasenbrock, H. Ernst, R. Kilpper, J. C.
MacKenzie, P. Morrow, U. Mohr, S. Takenaka, and R. Mermelstein (1991) Pulmonary
Response to Toner upon Chronic Inhalation Exposure in Rats. Fundamental and Applied
Toxicology 17, pp. 280-299

MEMO

MEMO

MEMO

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.

WARNING:

FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this
equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority
to operate this equipment.

Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

NOTICE

BE SURE TO ASK YOUR AUTHORIZED SHARP DEALER ABOUT THE WARRANTY THAT
YOUR SELLING DEALER EXTENDS TO YOU. In order to assure you, the end-user, of
warranty protection, Sharp extends a limited warranty to each of its authorized dealers
and, in turn, requires each of its authorized dealers to extend its own warranty to you on
terms that are no less favorable than those given to the dealer by Sharp. You should be
aware, however, that Sharp does not itself extend any warranties, either express or implied,
directly to you, the end-user, and no one is authorized to make any representations or
warranties on behalf of Sharp. Specifically, SHARP DOES NOT EXTEND TO YOU, THE
END-USER, ANY EXPRESS WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR USE OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR
PURPOSE IN CONNECTION WITH THE HARDWARE, SOFTWARE OR FIRMWARE
EMBODIED IN, OR USED IN CONJUNCTION WITH THIS PRODUCT. Sharp is not
responsible for any damages or loss, either direct, incidental or consequential, which you,
the end-user, may experience as a result of your purchase or use of the hardware, software
or firmware embodied in or used in conjunction with this Product. Your sole remedy, in the
event that you encounter any difficulties with this Product, is against the authorized dealer
from which you purchased the Product.

AR-F152 Digital Laser Copier/Facsimile

In the event that this authorized dealer does not honor its warranty commitments, please
contact the General Manager, Business Products Group, Sharp Electronics Corporation, Sharp
Plaza, Mahwah, NJ 07430-2135, so that Sharp can try to help assure complete satisfaction
of all the warranty rights to which you are entitled from the authorized dealer.

AR-F152

SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION

Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135.

www.sharp-usa.com

SHARP CORPORATION

PRINTED IN CHINA

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