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AR-M257

AR-M317

DIGITAL MULTIFUNCTIONAL

SYSTEM

OPERATION MANUAL

(for copier)

• BEFORE USING

THE MACHINE

• COPY FUNCTIONS

• CONVENIENT COPY

FUNCTIONS

• USER SETTINGS

• TROUBLESHOOTING

AND MAINTENANCE

• PERIPHERAL DEVICES

AND SUPPLIES

• APPENDIX

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AR-M257/AR-M317 OPERATION MANUAL (for copier)

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1 ページ２００７年１月１２日金曜日午後４時０分 Each instruction also covers the optional units used with these products. Caution: For complete electrical disconnection, pull out the main plug. The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. ➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣ 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.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 1 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 CONTENTS CAUTIONS................................................................................................................................................. 3 ● ● ● ● ● CAUTIONS ON USING THE MACHINE ........................................................................................................... 3 IMPORTANT POINTS WHEN SELECTING AN INSTALLATION SITE ...........................................................
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 5 2 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE DISPLAY MESSAGES..................................... 60 TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................... 62 MISFEED REMOVAL....................................... 66 ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● MISFEED REMOVAL GUIDANCE .................66 MISFEED IN THE RSPF.................................67 MISFEED IN THE BYPASS TRAY .................68 MISFEED IN THE MACHINE..........................68 MISFEED IN THE CENTER TRAY...
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00.fm 3 ページ２００７年１月１２日金曜日午後４時２分 CAUTIONS Follow the cautions below when using this machine. CAUTIONS ON USING THE MACHINE Warning: • The fusing area is hot. Exercise care in this area when removing misfed paper. • Do not look directly at the light source. Doing so may damage your eyes. Caution: • Do not switch the machine rapidly on and off. After turning the machine off, wait 10 to 15 seconds before turning it back on. • Machine power must be turned off before installing any supplies.
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00.fm 4 ページ２００７年１月１５日月曜日午後２時５０分 Be sure to connect the power cord only to a power outlet that meets the specified voltage and current requirements. Also make certain the outlet is properly grounded. Note Connect the machine to a power outlet which is not used for other electric appliances. If a lighting fixture is connected to the same outlet, the light may flicker. Be sure to allow the required space around the machine for servicing and proper ventilation.
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00.fm 5 ページ２００６年１２月２５日月曜日午後４時０分 ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION Products that have earned the ENERGY STAR® are designed to protect the environment through superior energy efficiency. The Environmental Choice Program guidelines are applied to the products only in Canada. The products that meet the Environmental Choice Program guidelines carry the logo shown to the left. The products without the logo may not meet the Environmental Choice Program guidelines.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 6 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 THE MEANING OF "R" IN ORIGINAL AND PAPER SIZE INDICATIONS An "R" appearing at the end of an original or paper size (5-1/2" x 8-1/2"R, 8-1/2" x 11"R, etc.) indicates that the original or paper is oriented horizontally as shown below. Sizes that can be placed only in the horizontal (landscape) orientation (8-1/2" x 14", 11" x 17"), do not contain the "R" in their size indication.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 7 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 MAIN FEATURES High-speed laser copying • First-copy time* is only 4.8 seconds. • Copying speed is 25 copies/min. (AR-M257) or 31 copies/min. (AR-M317) This is ideal for business use and provides a big boost to workplace productivity. * First-Copy time may vary depending on the power-supply voltage, ambient temperature, and other operating conditions.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 1 8 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 Chapter 1 BEFORE USING THE MACHINE This chapter contains basic information that should be read before using the machine. PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS Exterior 3 1 6 2 7 16 8 4 5 12 11 17 9 19 13 10 14 18 20 21 15 1 Document feeder tray Place the original(s) that you wish to scan face up here. (p.23) 9 Power switch Press to turn the machine power on and off. (p.13) 10 2 Original guides Adjust to the size of the originals.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 9 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 BEFORE USING THE MACHINE Interior 22 23 1 27 24 25 26 15 Paper trays Each tray holds 500 sheets of copy paper. (p.15) 24 Roller rotating knob Turn to remove misfed paper. (p.68) 16 Upper right side cover Open to remove misfeeds when an optional job separator tray kit or a optional finisher is installed. (p.72) 25 Photoconductive drum Copy images are formed on the photoconductive drum. 17 Side cover Open to remove misfeeds. (p.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 10 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 BEFORE USING THE MACHINE OPERATION PANEL COPY PRINT ON LINE DATA SCAN DATA LINE DATA FAX JOB STATUS CUSTOM SETTINGS ACC.#-C 1 1 2 Touch panel The machine status, messages and touch keys are displayed on the panel. The display will show the status of printing, copying or network scanning according to the mode that is selected. For details see the next page.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 11 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 BEFORE USING THE MACHINE TOUCH PANEL Using the touch panel Selecting a function [Example 1] [Example 1] JOB QUEUE SETS / PROG COPY 003 / 000 SHARP001 003 / 000 Beep tone Items on the touch panel are selected by touching the key associated with the item. A beep will sound to confirm that the item was selected and the key will be highlighted. * A double-beep is sounded when an invalid key is touched.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 12 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 BEFORE USING THE MACHINE Job status screen (common to copy, print, network scan and fax) This screen appears when the [JOB STATUS] key on the operation panel is pressed. A job list showing the current job and the stored jobs or a list showing completed jobs can be displayed. The contents of jobs can be viewed and jobs can be deleted from the queue. The following screen shows the job queue for print jobs.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 13 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 POWER ON AND OFF The power switch is located on the left side of the machine. Note When the power switch is turned on, the machine starts up in the previously used mode. The following explanations assume that the previously used mode was copy mode. POWER ON POWER OFF Turn the power switch to the "ON" position. When the machine is not used for a long time, be sure to turn it off.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 14 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 BEFORE USING THE MACHINE INITIAL SETTINGS The machine reverts to the initial settings when it is first turned on, when the [CLEAR ALL] key ( ) is pressed, or the preset "auto clear time" elapses after the last copy is made in any mode. When the machine reverts to the initial settings, all settings and functions selected to that point are canceled. The auto clear time can be changed in the key operator programs. (See the "Key operator’s guide".
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 15 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 LOADING PAPER When a tray runs out of paper, a message appears in the touch panel. Load paper in the tray. OPEN TRAY 1 AND ADD PAPER. 0 ORIGINAL 8½x11 AUTO EXPOSURE SPECIAL MODES AUTO 8½x11 PAPER SELECT 2-SIDED COPY 8½x11 8½x14 OUTPUT 100% COPY RATIO 1 PAPER The specifications for the types and sizes of paper that can be loaded in the paper trays are shown below. For best results, use only SHARP recommended paper. Tray No.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 16 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 BEFORE USING THE MACHINE Special papers Follow these guidelines when using special papers. Envelopes Do not use the following envelopes (Misfeeds will occur.). • Envelopes with metal tabs, clasps, strings, holes, or windows. • Envelopes with rough fibers, carbon paper, or glossy surfaces. • Envelopes with two or more flaps. • Envelopes with tape, film, or paper attached to the flap. • Envelopes with a fold in the flap.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 17 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 BEFORE USING THE MACHINE LOADING PAPER Make sure that the machine is not copying, printing, or printing a received fax, and then follow these steps to load paper. Loading the paper in the paper tray 1 Pull out the paper tray until it stops. If you are loading the same size of paper as was loaded previously, go to step 4. If you are loading a different size of paper, continue with the following step. 2 5 Load paper in the tray.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 18 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 BEFORE USING THE MACHINE Loading paper in the bypass tray 1 Unfold the bypass tray. 3 Insert the copy paper (print side down) all the way into the bypass tray. To enable correct detection of the paper size, be sure to pull out the bypass tray extension. 2 Set the paper guides to the copy paper width. Important points when inserting paper in the bypass tray • Be sure to place envelopes horizontally as shown in the following diagram.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 19 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 BEFORE USING THE MACHINE CHANGING A TRAY’S PAPER TYPE AND PAPER SIZE SETTINGS When you change the paper in a tray, follow the steps below to change the tray’s paper type and paper size settings. The settings cannot be changed when operation has stopped because the paper ran out or a misfeed occurred, or when an interrupt copy job is being performed.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 20 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 BEFORE USING THE MACHINE Setting the paper type in the bypass tray Use either of the following two methods to set the bypass tray's paper type setting. From the [CUSTOM SETTINGS] key From the [PAPER SELECT] key 1 Load paper in the bypass tray as explained in "Loading paper in the bypass tray" (p.18). 1 Load paper in the bypass tray as explained in "Loading paper in the bypass tray" (p.18). 2 Press the [CUSTOM SETTINGS] key.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 21 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 Chapter 2 2 COPY FUNCTIONS This chapter explains basic copying functions such as normal copying, reduction or enlargement, and exposure adjustment. MAIN SCREEN OF COPY MODE The main screen of copy mode shows messages, keys, and settings that are used for copying. Touch a key to make a selection. The main screen of copy mode appears when the [COPY] key is pressed (Except when the custom settings screen appears.).
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 22 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 NORMAL COPYING COPYING FROM THE DOCUMENT GLASS Note 1 If "AUDITING MODE" (p.58) has been enabled, enter your 5-digit account number. Open the RSPF and place the original face down on the document glass. Note • To load paper, see "LOADING PAPER" (p.15). If you change the paper size in the tray, you will also need to change the tray's paper size and paper type settings. (p.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 23 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 COPY FUNCTIONS COPYING FROM THE RSPF Note 1 • If "AUDITING MODE" (p.58) is enabled, enter your 5-digit account number. • If the RSPF is disabled in the key operator programs, the RSPF cannot be used. See the "Key operator's guide". Make sure that an original has not been left on the document glass and then close the RSPF. Note If an original remains on the document glass after a copy was made, "REMOVE THE ORIGINAL FROM THE DOCUMENT GLASS.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 24 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 COPY FUNCTIONS POINTS TO NOTE WHEN MAKING COPIES Document glass and RSPF • Paper in a different orientation from the original can be selected if the auto paper select or auto image function has been selected. In this case, the image of the original will be rotated. • When copying a book or an original that has been folded or crumpled, press down gently on the RSPF.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 25 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 COPY FUNCTIONS Copying originals of mixed length (Mixed feeding) When using the RSPF, originals of mixed length can be fed together as long as the width of the originals is the same. To copy originals of mixed length, follow these steps: 1 Touch the [SPECIAL MODES] key. 4 Touch the [OK] key. OK SPECIAL MODES 8½x11 2-SIDED COPY 2 The setting is entered and you return to the main screen.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 26 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 COPY FUNCTIONS BYPASS FEED (special paper) The bypass tray must be used to feed special papers such as transparency film and labels. The bypass tray can also be used to feed standard copy paper. 1 Place the original(s). (p.22, p.23) 2 Insert the paper (print face down) all the way into the bypass tray. For paper that can be used in the bypass tray, see "PAPER" (p.15). To load paper, see "Loading paper in the bypass tray" (p.18).
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 27 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 AUTOMATIC TWO-SIDED COPYING Two originals can be automatically copied onto both sides of a single sheet of paper. When the RSPF is used, two-sided copies of two-sided originals can easily be made.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 28 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 COPY FUNCTIONS 5 Make sure that a suitable paper size is automatically selected, or select another size using the [PAPER SELECT] key. 7 Remove the first original and then place the original for the back side on the document glass. Close the RSPF and then press the [START] key ( ). To cancel automatic two-sided copying, press the [CLEAR] key ( ).
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 29 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT SELECTING THE ORIGINAL IMAGE TYPE AND MANUALLY ADJUSTING THE EXPOSURE [AUTO] is selected by default for automatic adjustment of the image according to the original. If you wish to specify the original image type or manually adjust the exposure, place the original in the RSPF or on the document glass, check the paper size, and then perform the following steps. 1 Touch the [EXPOSURE] key. 3 Manually adjust the copy exposure.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 30 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM There are three ways to enlarge and reduce copies: ● Automatic ratio selection according to the paper size ........................... AUTOMATIC RATIO SELECTION (below) ● Specifying a ratio with the reduce key, enlarge key, or zoom key ..................MANUAL RATIO SELECTION (p.31) ● Separately selecting vertical and horizontal ratios ........................................................... XY ZOOM copying (p.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 31 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 COPY FUNCTIONS MANUAL RATIO SELECTION There are four preset reduction ratios and four preset enlargement ratios. In addition, the [ZOOM] keys ( , ) can be pressed to select the ratio in increments of 1%. 1 Place the original(s). (p.22, p.23) 2 Touch the [COPY RATIO] key. 4 Use the enlargement key or reduction key, or the [ZOOM] key ( / ) to set the desired copy ratio.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 32 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 COPY FUNCTIONS 6 Make sure that a suitable paper size is automatically selected, or select another size using the [PAPER SELECT] key. EXPOSURE AUTO 8½x11 PAPER SELECT 77% If AUTO PAPER SELECT is enabled, the appropriate copy paper size is automatically selected based on the original size and selected copy ratios. 7 Select the number of copies and any other desired copy settings, and then press the [START] key ( ). ACC.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 33 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 COPY FUNCTIONS 4 X 100 1 Y 100 2 ZOOM 5 7 Touch the [X] key. 4 The [X] key is selected (highlighted) by default, so there is normally no need to perform this step (Go to step 5.). If the [X] key is not highlighted, perform this step. Use the reduction, enlargement, and [ZOOM] keys ( / ) to change the copy ratio in the vertical (Y) direction.
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02.fm 34 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午後１時１１分 INTERRUPTING A COPY RUN A copy run can be temporarily interrupted to allow another copy job to be performed. When the other job is finished, the copy run will resume using the original copy settings. Note 1 Automatic two-sided copying, sort/group copying, staple sort, pamphlet copy, job build, cover copy, job build, job programs, card shot, or multi shot copying cannot be used for interrupt copying. Press the [INTERRUPT] key ( interrupt the copy run.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 3 35 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 Chapter 3 CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS This chapter explains special finishing functions and other convenient functions. COPY FINISHING FUNCTIONS This section explains the sort, group, and offset functions, as well as the staple sort function which is used to staple output collated with the sort function when a finisher is installed. SORT COPY GROUP COPY This function is used to collate sets of copies.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 36 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS 1 Place the originals in the RSPF or on the document glass. (p.22, p.23) 5 Touch the [OK] key. If originals are placed in the RSPF, the sort function is automatically selected. (To disable this function, see the "Key operator’s guide".) Example: 5 sets of copies or 5 copies per page of 3 originals OK OFFSET 6 Select the number of copies and any other desired copy settings, and then press the [START] key ( ).
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 37 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS STAPLE SORT (when the finisher (AR-FN5A) is installed) This function collates the copies, staples each set, and delivers the sets to the offset tray. The staple sort function can only be used when a finisher is installed. In addition to the staple sort function, other functions such as the pamphlet staple function can be used when the saddle stitch finisher (AR-F14N) is installed.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 38 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS 1 Place the original(s). (p.22, p.23) 2 Touch the [OUTPUT] key. 6 [When using the RSPF:] Copying will start after all originals have been scanned. [When using the document glass:] Replace the original with the next original and press the [START] key ( ). Repeat this step until all originals have been scanned, and then touch the [READ-END] key. 2-SIDED COPY OUTPUT PLACE NEXT ORIGINAL. PRESS [START].
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 39 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 SPECIAL MODES When the [SPECIAL MODES] key in the main screen of copy mode is touched, the special modes screen will appear. This screen contains the following special function keys. Touch the [SPECIAL MODES] key in the main screen READY TO COPY.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 40 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS GENERAL PROCEDURE FOR USING THE SPECIAL FUNCTIONS 1 Touch the [SPECIAL MODES] key. SPECIAL MODES 2-SIDED COPY 2 Touch the key of the desired special mode. MARGIN SHIFT Example: Selecting the margin shift function PAMPHLET COPY Procedures for modes that require further settings are explained starting on the next page.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 41 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS MARGIN SHIFT COPY The margin shift function is used to automatically shift the text or image on the copy paper approximately 1/2" in its initial setting. One-sided copying Image shifted to the right Image shifted to the left • Right, left or down can be selected for the shift direction as shown in the illustration. Image shifted down Margin • The shift width (margin) can be set from 0" to 1" in increments of 1/8".
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 42 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS ERASE COPY The erase function is used to erase the shadow lines on copies that are produced when copying thick originals or books. The erase modes that can be selected are shown below. The erase width is initially set to 1/2". EDGE ERASE Eliminates shadow lines around the edges of copies caused when heavy paper or a book is copied. CENTER ERASE Eliminates shadow lines produced by the bindings of bound documents.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 43 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS DUAL PAGE COPY The dual page copy function produces separate copies of two adjoining pages on the document glass. It is especially useful when copying books and other bound documents. [Example] Copying the right and left pages of a book Book original Dual page copy • A reduction setting can be selected when using the dual page copy function, however, an enlargement setting cannot be selected.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 44 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS PAMPHLET COPY The pamphlet copy function is used to arrange copies in the proper order for center-stapling and folding into a booklet. Two original pages are copied onto each side of the copy paper, such that a total of four pages are copied onto each sheet. This function is convenient for arranging copies into an attractive booklet or pamphlet.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 45 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS JOB BUILD MODE Use this function when you need to copy more originals than can be placed in the RSPF at once. (The maximum number of originals that can be placed in the RSPF at once is 100.) Note • If the memory becomes full while scanning the originals, "MEMORY IS FULL. PRESS [START] TO BEGIN COPYING OR [CA] TO CANCEL." will appear. To copy only the originals that have been scanned, press the [START] key ( ) .
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 46 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS MULTI SHOT COPY The multi shot copy function is used to copy two or four originals onto one sheet of copy paper in a specified order. Example: Copying four originals onto one sheet of paper (Page number: 4 in 1 ( ), layout: ( )) • When using the multi shot copy function, place the originals, select the desired paper size, and select the copy mode before selecting the multi shot copy function in the special modes screen.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 47 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS ORIGINAL SIZE If you wish to use the paper other than the automatically selected original size, original size setting is specified by the special modes. The mix feeding setting (p.25) is also selected here. 1 Touch the key and then touch the [ORIGINAL SIZE] key in the special modes menu screen. The original size setting screen will appear. AL MODES 5 Touch the [OK] key in the special modes menu screen.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 48 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS COVER COPY Cover copy mode is used to add a cover to the front or back, or both the front and back, of a multipage document. To use cover copy mode, the RSPF must be used.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 49 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS 1 Touch the key and then touch the [COVER] key in the special modes menu screen. L OT Select the cover(s) that you wish to add. CANCEL COVER BACK FRONT+BACK OK PRINT ON FRONT COVER? NO YES To add only a front cover, touch the [FRONT] key. To add only a back cover, touch the [BACK] key. To add both a front and back cover, touch the [FRONT+BACK] key. 3 4 About the steps that follow See page 23.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 50 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS B/W REVERSE COPY The B/W REVERSE feature is used to reverse black and white in a copy to create a negative image. original 1 Touch the key and then touch the [B/W REVERSE] key in the special modes menu screen. B/W REVERSE OVER 2 B/W reverse copy The [B/W REVERSE] key is highlighted. The B/W reverse icon ( ) will also appear in the screen to indicate that the function is enabled.
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03.fm 51 ページ２００６年１２月２０日水曜日午後２時２０分 CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS CARD SHOT The front and back of a card can be copied onto one sheet of paper. This function is convenient for making copies for certification purposes and helps save paper. Original • Copying is only possible on standard size paper. • The image cannot be rotated when using this function.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 52 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS 5 Place the original on the document glass. Place the front side of the original face down and close the document cover/RSPF. 6 Select the number of copies and any other desired copy settings, and then press the [START] key ( ). The front side of the card is scanned. ACC.#-C 7 Place the back side of the original face down on the document glass. 8 Press the [START] key ( ).
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 4 53 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 Chapter 4 USER SETTINGS CUSTOM SETTINGS The custom settings let you adjust certain features of the machine to better suit your needs. The custom settings include the following settings: ●TOTAL COUNT ........................... This displays the number of pages output by the machine. (p.55) ●DISPLAY CONTRAST ................ This is used to adjust the contrast of the touch panel. (p.55) ●LIST PRINT*1 ..............................
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 54 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 USER SETTINGS GENERAL PROCEDURE FOR CUSTOM SETTINGS 1 Press the [CUSTOM SETTINGS] key. LINE DATA B STATUS CUSTOM SETTINGS 3 Touch the [OK] key in the setting screen to close it. 4 When you are ready to exit the custom settings, touch the [EXIT] key. CUSTOM SETTINGS 2 Touch the key of the desired setting. The setting screen will appear. Each of the custom settings is explained on the following pages.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 55 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 USER SETTINGS SETTINGS Total count Keyboard select The total page count display shows the following counts: • The total count shows the combined output total of the copy, fax, and printer functions.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 56 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 JOB PROGRAM MEMORY If you frequently use the same settings for copy jobs, you can store in the settings in a job program. Up to 10 job programs can be stored, and the programs are retained even when the power is turned off. By storing frequently used copy settings in a program, you can eliminate the bother of selecting the settings each time you use them for a copy job.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 57 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 USER SETTINGS EXECUTING A JOB PROGRAM 1 Press the [ ] key. 3 Place the original, check the original size, and then set the number of copies and any other desired copy settings not stored in the program. When finished, press the [START] key ( ). S ACC.#-C 2 Touch the program number key of the desired program. ACC.#-C The job program will be executed. A number for which no job program has been stored cannot be selected.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 58 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 AUDITING MODE When auditing mode is enabled, a count is kept of the number of pages printed or copied by each account (maximum of 100 accounts). The counts can be viewed whenever necessary. Note • Auditing mode can be enabled for all modes (copy mode, fax mode, network scanner mode, and printer mode) in the key operator programs. (See the "Key operator’s guide".
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 5 59 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 Chapter 5 TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE This chapter describes troubleshooting and maintenance such as misfeed removal, replacing the toner cartridge and cleaning the machine. DISPLAY MESSAGES.................................................................................................................... 60 TROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................................................................................
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 60 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 DISPLAY MESSAGES If one of the following messages appears in the display, take prompt action as instructed by the message. Message Cause and solution Page ENTER YOUR ACCOUNT NUMBER. Auditing mode is enabled. Enter your account number. A MISFEED HAS OCCURRED. Remove the misfeed as explained in "MISFEED REMOVAL". 2-SIDED COPIES CANNOT BE MADE ON THIS PAPER TYPE.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 61 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE Message Cause and solution Page SELECTED PAPER TRAY IS OUT OF SERVICE. Contact your SHARP service center. CHECK STAPLER POSITION OR STAPLE JAM. Staples are jammed in the finisher or the staple case is not attached correctly. Check the staple case.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 62 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 TROUBLESHOOTING If you experience difficulty using the machine, check the following troubleshooting guide before calling for service. Many problems can be easily resolved by the user. If you are unable to solve the problem using the troubleshooting guide, turn off the power switch, unplug the machine, and contact your SHARP service center. The following problems are related to the general operation of the machine and copying.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 63 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE Problem Cause and solution The RSPF was not opened completely when the original was placed on the document glass. → Open the RSPF completely, place the original on the document glass, and close the RSPF. Page - The original contains large black solid areas. Original size is not selected automatically, or copying does not take place on paper that matches the original size.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 64 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE Paper feeding problems Problem When using paper fed from the bypass tray, the copied image is skewed. Cause and solution The number of sheets placed on the bypass tray exceeds the maximum number. Page 15 → Do not place more than the maximum number of sheets. The bypass guide is not adjusted to the size of the loaded paper. 18 → Adjust the bypass guide to the size of the loaded paper.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 65 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE Image quality problems Problem Cause and solution Page The image of the original is too light or too dark. → Select the correct original image type in the exposure setting and adjust the copying exposure. The copying exposure is set to "AUTO". Copies are too dark or too light. → The "EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT" key operator program can be used to adjust the exposure level used for "AUTO" exposure.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 66 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 MISFEED REMOVAL When a misfeed occurs during copying, the message "MISFEED HAS OCCURRED." will appear in the touch panel and printing will stop. ● If the misfed paper tears during removal, remove the torn pieces. Take care not to touch the photoconductive drum while removing the pieces. Nicks and scratches on the drum will cause dirty copies. First, locate the misfeed 1 A MISFEED HAS OCCURRED. 2 1 3 2 4 3 4 5 5 6 Misfeed in the RSPF (p.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 67 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE MISFEED IN THE RSPF 1 Remove the misfed original. A B Section C Carefully remove the misfed original from the exit area. Check sections A, B, and C in the illustration at left and remove the misfed original. C Section A Document feeder cover Open the document feeder cover and carefully remove the misfed original from the document feeder tray. Close the document feeder cover.
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05.fm 68 ページ２００６年１２月２０日水曜日午後２時２１分 TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE MISFEED IN THE BYPASS TRAY 1 Carefully pull the misfed paper out. 2 Open and close the side cover. Make sure that the misfeed message is cleared. The message can also be cleared by opening and closing the front cover. If the message is not cleared, see "A. Misfeed in the paper feed area". MISFEED IN THE MACHINE Determine the location of the misfeed and remove it appropriately as indicated below. If paper is misfed, go to "B.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 69 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE 4 Close the front cover and side cover. Make sure that the misfeed message is cleared. B: Misfeed in the fusing area 1 Open the bypass tray and the side cover. 2 Press and pull it open gently on both sides of the front cover. 5 If you were unable to remove the misfeed in step 4, press down on the fusing unit paper guide knob to open the paper guide, and carefully remove the misfed paper.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 70 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE MISFEED IN THE CENTER TRAY Remove the paper by pulling it into the center tray. MISFEED IN THE UPPER PAPER TRAY Make sure that there is no misfed paper in the machine before pulling the tray out. (p.68) 1 Lift and pull out the upper paper tray and then remove the misfed paper. Be careful not to tear the misfed paper during removal. 2 Replace the upper paper tray. Push the upper paper tray in completely.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 71 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE MISFEED IN THE LOWER PAPER TRAY ● Make sure that there is no misfed paper in the machine before pulling the tray out. (p.68) ● Use the following procedure to remove misfeeds that occur in the 500-sheet paper feed unit or 2 x 500-sheet paper feed unit. 1 Open the lower side cover. 2 Remove the misfed paper. Be careful not to tear the misfed paper during removal.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 72 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE MISFEED IN THE UPPER EXIT AREA (when a job separator tray kit or finisher (AR-FN5A) is installed) If a job separator tray kit or a finisher is installed, a misfeed may occur in the upper exit area. 1 Open the upper right side cover. 3 Close the upper right side cover. Make sure that the misfeed message is cleared. 2 Gently pull the misfed paper out. Be careful not to tear the misfed paper during removal.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 73 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE 3 If staple sort copying is being performed, open the paper guide and remove any misfed paper from the stapler compiler. 4 Close the stapler compiler cover. 5 If the offset tray is being used, remove any misfed paper from the offset tray. 5 6 If the top tray is being used, open the top cover, remove any misfed paper, and close the top cover. Make sure that the misfeed message is cleared.
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05.fm 74 ページ２００７年１月１２日金曜日午後４時１３分 REPLACING THE TONER CARTRIDGE To check how much toner remains in the toner cartridge (p.76), hold down the [COPY] key. The amount of toner remaining will appear in the display. When less than 25% of the toner remains, obtain a new toner cartridge as soon as possible. When "TONER SUPPLY IS LOW." appears in the display, be sure to have a new cartridge on hand for replacement at any time as little toner remains. When "CHANGE THE TONER CARTRIDGE.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 75 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 STAPLE CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT (when the finisher (AR-FN5A) is installed) When the message "ADD STAPLES." appears, replace the staple cartridge as follows: 1 Open the stapler cover. 5 Remove the tape from the cartridge. 2 Grasp the green portion of the staple box and remove the staple box from the stapler. 6 Insert the staple box into the stapler unit until it clicks into place. 3 7 Close the stapler cover.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 76 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE STAPLE JAM REMOVAL If staples become jammed in the stapler, the message "CHECK STAPLER POSITION OR STAPLE JAM." will appear. Follow these steps to remove the jammed staples. 1 Open the stapler cover. 4 Return the lever to its original position. 2 Grasp the green portion of the staple box and remove the staple box from the stapler. 5 Insert the staple box into the stapler unit until it clicks into place.
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05.fm 77 ページ２００７年１月１５日月曜日午前８時３４分 CLEANING THE MACHINE DOCUMENT GLASS AND RSPF If the document glass, RSPF, or scanning glass for originals fed from the RSPF (the long narrow glass surface on the right side of the document glass) become dirty, the dirt may appear on copies. Always keep these parts clean. Stains or dirt on the document glass/RSPF will also be copied. Wipe the document glass, the RSPF and the scanning window on the document glass with a soft, clean cloth.
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06.fm 78 ページ２００７年１月２５日 6 木曜日午後１２時４分 Chapter 6 PERIPHERAL DEVICES AND SUPPLIES Optional equipments and supplies are explained in this chapter. To purchase optional equipment and supplies contact your SHARP service center. PERIPHERAL DEVICES FINISHER (AR-FN5A) See page 79. 500-SHEET PAPER FEED UNIT (AR-D30) See page 80. 2 x 500-SHEET PAPER FEED UNIT (AR-D31) See page 80. SADDLE STITCH FINISHER (AR-F14N) The staple and pamphlet staple functions can be used.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 79 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 PERIPHERAL DEVICES AND SUPPLIES FINISHER (AR-FN5A) When an optional finisher (AR-FN5A) is installed, the machine can automatically staple the sorted copies. Each collated set of copies or group of copies can be stacked offset from the previous set. (Offset function p.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 80 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 PERIPHERAL DEVICES AND SUPPLIES 500-SHEET PAPER FEED UNIT/ 2 x 500-SHEET PAPER FEED UNIT These paper feed units provide the convenience of increased paper capacity for the machine and a greater choice of paper sizes readily available for copying. The AR-D30 contains one 500-sheet paper tray and the AR-D31 contains two 500-sheet paper trays.
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06.fm 81 ページ２００７年１月１２日金曜日午前１１時５１分 STORAGE OF SUPPLIES Standard supplies for this product that are to be replaced by the user are paper and the toner cartridge. For best copying results, be sure to use only SHARP Genuine Supplies which are designed, engineered and tested to maximize the life and performance of SHARP copiers. Look for the Genuine Supplies label on the toner package.
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07.fm 82 ページ２００７年１月１６日 7 火曜日午前１１時２４分 Chapter 7 APPENDIX SPECIFICATIONS Model AR-M257 Type Digital Multifunction System, Desktop Photoconductive type OPC drum Document glass type Fixed Copy system Dry, electrostatic transfer Originals Sheets, bound documents Originals size Max. 11" x 17" (A3) Copy size Max. 11" x 17" (A3) Min. 5-1/2" x 8-1/2" (A6) Image loss: Max. 5/32" (4 mm) (leading and trailing edges) Max.
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07.fm 83 ページ２００７年１月１２日金曜日午後４時１９分 APPENDIX Dimensions 23-5/8" (W) x 23-13/64" (D) x 30-15/16" (H) (600 mm (W) x 615 mm (D) x786 mm (H)) Operating conditions Temperature: 59°F to 86°F (15°C to 30°C), Humidity: 20% to 85% Noise level Sound Power Level LwA(1B=10dB) Copying: 6.3[B] (AR-M257) Copying: 6.5[B] (AR-M317) Standby: 3.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 84 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Page: 1/4 Data Issued: Feb. 1, 2007 MSDS No. F-01481 1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION Product Name : AR-310NT/ AR-310T/ AR-310ST/ AR-310FT/ AR-310ST-C/ AR-311ST-C (Black Toner) Supplier Identification : Sharp Corporation 22-22 Nagaike-cho, Abeno-ku, Osaka, Japan Local suppliers are listed below. Please contact the nearest supplier for additional information.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 85 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Page: 2/4 Data Issued: Feb. 1, 2007 MSDS No. F-01481 3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Most Important Hazards and Effects of the Products Human Health Effects : There are no anticipated carcinogenic effects from exposure based on animal tests performed using toner. When used as intended according to instructions, studies do not indicate any symptoms of fibrosis will occur.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 86 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Page: 3/4 Data Issued: Feb. 1, 2007 MSDS No. F-01481 Exposure Limit Values OSHA-PEL (USA) ACGIH-TLV (USA) Personal Protective Equipment Respiratory Protection Hand Protection Eye Protection Skin Protection Other Protective Equipment : 15mg/m3 (Total Dust) , 5mg/m3 (Respirable Dust) : 10mg/m3 (Total Dust) , 3mg/m3 (Respirable Dust) : : : : : Not required under intended use. Not required under intended use.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 87 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Page: 4/4 Data Issued: Feb. 1, 2007 MSDS No.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 88 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Page: 1/4 Data Issued: Aug. 1. 2003 MSDS No. F-31201 1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION Product Name : AR-271ND / AR-271DV / AR-271SD / AR-271SD-C (Black Developer) Supplier Identification : Sharp Corporation 22-22 Nagaike-cho, Abeno-ku, Osaka, Japan Local suppliers are listed below. Please contact the nearest supplier for additional information. Area North America Oceania Europe Middle East (Country) U.S.A.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 89 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Page: 2/4 Data Issued: Aug. 1. 2003 MSDS No. F-31201 3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Most Important Hazards and Effects of the Products Human Health Effects : There are no anticipated carcinogenic effects from exposure based on animal tests performed using toner. When used as intended according to instructions, studies do not indicate any symptoms of fibrosis will occur. Environmental Effects : No data are available.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 90 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Page: 3/4 Data Issued: Aug. 1. 2003 MSDS No. F-31201 Exposure limit values OSHA-PEL (USA) ACGIH-TLV (USA) Personal Protective Equipment Respiratory Protection Hand Protection Eye Protection Skin Protection Other Protective Equipment : 15mg/m3 (Total Dust) , 5mg/m3 (Respirable Dust) : 10mg/m3 (Total Dust) , 3mg/m3 (Respirable Dust) : : : : : Not required under intended use. Not required under intended use.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 91 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Page: 4/4 Data Issued: Aug. 1. 2003 MSDS No.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 92 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 INDEX Symbols [#/P] key ...................................................... 10, 56, 57 2-8 2 x 500-sheet paper feed unit ..................... 71, 78, 80 256MB expansion memory board ........................... 78 [2-SIDED COPY] key .................................. 21, 27, 28 500-sheet paper feed unit ........................... 71, 78, 80 512MB expansion memory board ........................... 78 8MB fax memory .............................
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 93 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 H Handles ..................................................................... 8 Heavy paper............................................................ 15 How to place the original - Document glass ............................................... 22 - RSPF ............................................................... 23 I Icon (Job status screen)..........................................
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!Andromeda_copy_index.fm 94 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午後１時１３分 Paper type................................................... 15, 19, 20 Paper weight ........................................................... 15 Part names and functions - Operation panel ............................................... 10 Peripheral devices................................................... 78 Photoconductive drum ........................................ 9, 68 Plain paper .......................................................
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 95 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 INDEX BY PURPOSE Preparations Bypass tray, loading paper in...................................18 Initial settings, returning to .......................................14 Paper size, changing................................................19 Paper type, changing ...............................................19 Paper, loading ..........................................................17 Power, turning off ............................................
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!Andromeda_copy_index.fm 96 ページ２００７年１月１２日金曜日午前１０時３９分 Trademark acknowledgments The following trademarks and registered trademarks are used in conjunction with the machine and its peripheral devices and accessories. • Microsoft®, Windows®, Windows® 98, Windows® Me, Windows NT® 4.0, Windows® 2000, Windows® XP, Windows Server® 2003 and Internet Explorer® are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.A. and other countries.
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!Andromeda_copy_sec.book 1 ページ２００６年１２月１８日月曜日午前９時３５分 Connectors Caution: This connector is only intended for service purposes. Any connection to this terminal may cause malfunctions of the copy machine. Instruction for service technician: The cable length for the service terminal has to be less than 10 feet (3 m).
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Cover3.fm 1 ページ２００７年４月１０日火曜日午後２時１１分 NOTICE for users in the USA 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.
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Cover4.fm 1 ページ２００７年４月１０日火曜日午後１時２３分 AR-M257/AR-M317 OPERATION MANUAL (for copier) SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION 1 Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-1164. www.sharpusa.com SHARP ELECTRONICS OF CANADA LTD. 335 Britannia Road East, Mississauga, Ontario, L4Z 1W9 This manual has been printed using a vegetable-based soy oil ink to help protect the environment.