MODEL AR-F152 DIGITAL LASER COPIER/FACSIMILE OPERATION MANUAL Page • GETTING STARTED 3 • MAKING COPIES 12 • SPECIAL FUNCTIONS 20 • SUPPLIES AND USER MAINTENANCE 23 • COPIER TROUBLE? 27 • APPENDIX 36
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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 REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM 16 BYPASS FEED (including special paper) 17 TWO-SIDED COPYING 18 3 15 SPECIAL FUNCTIONS DESCRIPTION OF SPECIAL FUNCTIONS 20 TONER SAVE MODE 20 USER PROGRAMS (power save modes, auto clear time, stream feeding mode) 21 –
CONTENTS 4 SUPPLIES AND USER MAINTENANCE 23 TONER CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT – 25 Toner cartridge life 25 USER MAINTENANCE 5 25 – Cabinet – Original table and original cover – Transfer charger – When copier is not in use 25 26 26 COPIER TROUBLE? 27 MISFEED REMOVAL 28 – A Misfeed in the paper feed area 28 – B Misfeed in the fusing area – C Misfeed in the transport area 29 – D Misfeed in the lower paper feed area 31 – E Misfeed in the SPF DEVELOPER REQUIRED MAINTENANCE REQUIRED TROUBLES
GETTING STARTED This chapter provides basic information for using the copier. 1 INTRODUCTION Getting started 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.
CAUTIONS Follow the cautions below when using this copier. 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. ● Do not switch the copier rapidly on and off. After turning the copier off, wait 10 to 15 seconds before turning it back on. ● Copier power must be turned off before installing any supplies. ● ● 1 Getting started ● Place the copier on a firm, level surface.
MAIN FEATURES High-speed laser copying Since warm-up time is zero, copying can be started immediately after the power switch is turned on. ● First-copy time is only 9.6 seconds (normal mode). ● Copying speed is 15 copies/min., which adapts to business use, allowing improvement of working efficiency. 1 Getting started ● High-quality digital image ● High-quality image copying at 600 dpi can be performed. ● In addition to the automatic exposure mode, the manual exposure can be adjusted in five steps.
PART NAMES Original guides SPF exit area Document feeder tray 1 Original table Getting started Original cover Operation panel Feeding roller cover Side cover Bypass tray Bypass tray guides Paper tray Front cover Side cover open button Handle Cover for optional printer interface * A GDI expansion kit is optional.
OPERATION PANEL 1 Getting started 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.
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.
COPIER INSTALLATION Be sure to allow the required space around the machine for servicing and proper ventilation. 8"(20 cm) 4" (10 cm) 8"(20 cm) 4" (10 cm) 1 Getting started 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.
LOADING COPY PAPER This copier is equipped with two paper trays. Load copy paper into the two paper trays. 1 Raise the handle of the paper tray and pull the paper tray out until it stops. Getting started 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.
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.
MAKING COPIES This chapter describes basic copying functions and some other copying functions using the bypass tray. NORMAL COPYING 2 Making copies 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.
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. Before feeding originals in the document feeder tray, be sure to remove any staples or paper clips from them.
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 2 Making copies Press the tray select ( ) key to select the desired tray. Set the number of copies using the two copy quantity ( ) keys. ● Press the clear ( ● A single copy can be made with the initial setting, i.e.
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.
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 ( ratio. 2 , ) keys to select the desired copy To verify a zoom setting without changing the zoom ratio, press and hold down the copy ratio display (%) key.
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.
BYPASS FEED Print face 2 Press the tray select ( ) key to select the bypass tray. Set the number of copies if using standard copy paper. Press the print ( ) key. Making copies 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 Face down Second original Place the first original on the original table and make a copy.
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.
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%. 3 Power save modes (page 21) Special functions The copier has two power save modes of operation: preheat mode and auto power shut-off mode.
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. 3 Special functions Press the exposure mode selector key twice.
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 ( parameter number will blink on the right of the display. Program No. 3 Mode ) key. The entered Parameters Special functions 1 Auto clear time 0 3 OFF 90 sec. 1 4 30 sec. * 2 120 sec. 5 60 sec. 10 sec. 2 Preheat mode 0 30 sec. 1 60 sec.
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.
TONER CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT Remove the toner cartridge from the bag. Hold the cartridge on both sides and shake it horizontally four or five times. 4 or 5 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 4 Supplies and user maintenance Close the front cover and then the side cover by pressing the round projections near the side cover open button.
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 ( 5 seconds until all the alarm indicators ( the display. , ) keys simultaneously for more than , and ) blink and “– –” appears in Press and hold down the copy ratio display ( ) key for more than 5 seconds. The approximate quantity of toner remaining will be indicated in the display as a percentage .
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.
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.
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.
MISFEED REMOVAL ● 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.
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.
MISFEED REMOVAL 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.
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.
TROUBLESHOOTING If any problem occurs, check the list below before contacting your SHARP service center. Problem Possible cause Copier plugged in? Power switch on? Side cover closed securely? Front cover closed? Copier does not operate. Blank copies Power save ( indicator on. ) Dust, dirt, smudges appear on copies. Striped copies Paper misfeeds frequently. Images rub off the copy easily.
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. Indication Cause and remedy Developer Steadily Developer is required. Contact your SHARP replacement service center as soon as possible.
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.
APPENDIX SPECIFICATIONS 6 Appendix 36 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.
SPECIFICATIONS 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 (Approximately) 57.3 lbs. (26 kg) Toner cartridge included Copier dimensions 20.4" (W) x 19" (D) x 18.
SUPPLIES Types and sizes of copy paper For best results, use only paper recommended by SHARP. Type of paper feeding Type of media Size Weight Paper tray Standard paper Letter (8-1/2" x 11") 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) 15 lbs. to 21 lbs. Bypass tray Standard paper and thick paper Letter (8-1/2" x 11") 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.
SUPPLIES 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.
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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) . . . .
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) U.S.A. Canada United Kingdom Section 3. Ingredients Ingredients Styrene-Acrylate copolymer Carbon black Iron oxide Metal Complex dye Section 4.
Section 6. Physical Chemical Characteristics Boiling / Melting Point: Vapor Pressure: Vapor Density: Evaporation Rate: Appearance: Odor: Section 7. Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable Fine powder Odorless Not applicable >350°C (LEL); Not applicable (UEL); Not applicable CO2, dry chemical, foam or water None This material has no unusual fire or explosion hazards.
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) U.S.A. Canada United Kingdom Section 3. Ingredients Ingredients Iron powder Styrene-Acrylate copolymer Carbon black Section 4.
Section 6. Physical Chemical Characteristics Boiling / Melting Point: Vapor Pressure: Vapor Density: Evaporation Rate: Appearance: Odor: Section 7. Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable Fine powder Odorless Not applicable >350°C (LEL); Not applicable (UEL); Not applicable CO2, dry chemical, foam or water None This material has no unusual fire or explosion hazards.
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