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  • Page 1 MODEL SF-2540 Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...
  • Page 2 SF-2530 In some areas, the “POWER” switch positions are marked “ I” and “ ” on the copier instead of “ON” and “OFF”. The symbol “ ” denotes the copier is not completely de-energized but in a stand-by condition at this “POWER” switch position. If your copier is so marked, please read “I”...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Page GETTING STARTED INTRODUCTION ........ 2 USING THIS MANUAL ......2 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ....3 CAUTIONS ........3 POWER ON AND OFF ......4 Power save modes ......4 INFORMATION FUNCTION ......5 MAKING COPIES AUDITING ACCOUNTS ......6 NORMAL COPYING ......

  • Page 4: Introduction

    The SF-2540 was also designed with ease of use in mind. The easy-to- understand operation panel and INFORMATION function will guide the user through most operations.

  • Page 5: Installation Requirements

    INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS To ensure safety and proper machine performance, please note the following before initial installation and whenever the machine is to be relocated. 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.

  • Page 6: Power On And Off

    POWER ON AND OFF The power switch is located on the left side of the copier. When the power switch is turned to the “ON” position, the message “WARMING UP. PLEASE WAIT.” will appear in the message display. Warming Power on up takes about 100 seconds.

  • Page 7: Information Function

    INFORMATION FUNCTION The information function provides a quick reference guide to the use of the various features and functions of this copier. The information mode can be entered when the copier is in the standby mode. The symbol ( ) may appear at the end of a message indicating that the SCROLL DISPLAY key should be pressed to display additional information.

  • Page 8: Auditing Accounts

    AUDITING ACCOUNTS If this copier has been programmed in the auditing mode, it will not function until an assigned 5-digit account number has been entered. KEY OPERATOR See page 82 for setting the auditing mode. The initial status of the message display will be: ENTER YOUR ACCOUNT NUMBER.

  • Page 9: Normal Copying

    NORMAL COPYING Use the document glass for copying single originals and bound documents. If an optional reversing automatic document feeder (RADF) is installed, multipage documents can be copied auto- matically. See page 49. Image loss (max. 4 mm (5/32")) can occur at the leading and trailing edges of the copies.
  • Page 10 NORMAL COPYING For manual copy density adjustment, press the EXPOSURE key to select MANUAL and adjust with the LIGHT and DARK COPY RATIO keys as desired. 1 0 0 % LIGHT DARK EXPOSURE MANUAL For photographs, select PHOTO and then adjust with the LIGHT and DARK keys as desired.

  • Page 11: Two-Sided Copying With Optional Duplex Module

    NORMAL COPYING Two-sided copying with optional duplex module Two-sided copies can be made by pressing the ORIGINAL TO COPY key when an optional duplex module is installed. Place the first original face down on the document glass and close the document cover. Press the ORIGINAL TO COPY key to select EVEN ORIGINAL TO COPY NUMBER.

  • Page 12: Using The Manual Feed Tray (Special Paper)

    USING THE MANUAL FEED TRAY (special paper) The manual feed tray is used to copy onto transparency film, labels, tracing paper, and other special purpose papers. Up to 50 sheets of standard copy paper can be set in the manual feed tray. Automatic duplex copying will not work when a non-standard sized paper is used.

  • Page 13: Two-Sided Copying With Manual Feed Tray

    USING THE MANUAL FEED TRAY (special paper) Two-sided copying with manual feed tray Two-sided copies can be made using the manual feed tray. Place the first original face down on the document glass and make a copy. The first side of the copy can be made using any of the paper feed stations.

  • Page 14: Reduction/Enlargement/Zoom

    REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM Reduction and enlargement ratios can be selected either automatically with the AUTO IMAGE key or manually with the reduction ( ) key, enlargement ( ) key, or ZOOM keys. The zoom function enables precise copy ratio selection from 50% to 200% in 1% increments.
  • Page 15 REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM Manual Place the original face down on the document glass and close the document cover. Use the reduction ( ), enlargement ( ) and ZOOM keys to set the desired copy ratio. A. Preset reduction ratios are: 86%, 81%, 70%, and 50% (95%, 77%, 64%, and 50%).

  • Page 16: Dual Page Copying

    DUAL PAGE COPYING The DUAL PAGE COPY feature produces separate copies of two documents placed side by side on the document glass. It is especially useful when copying books and other bound documents and can be used with the MARGIN SHIFT feature. If an optional duplex module is installed, this feature can also be used with two- sided copying.

  • Page 17: Erase

    ERASE This copier has an edge erase mode and a centre erase mode. Edge erase can be used to eliminate shadow lines around the edges of copies caused when thick paper or a book is used as an original. Centre erase can be used to eliminate the shadow produced by the bindings of bound documents.
  • Page 18 ERASE If you want to change the erase mode, press the SCROLL DISPLAY key. SCROLL DISPLAY The following message will appear. ERASE INFORMATION EDGE ERASE CENTER ERASE USE 10-KEY PAD TO SELECT ERASE MODE. EDGE CENTER EDGE+CENTER ERASE ERASE ERASE :PRESS 1 :PRESS 2 :PRESS 3...

  • Page 19: Margin Shift

    MARGIN SHIFT NOTE: The MARGIN SHIFT feature, in its initial setting, automatically shifts The front side and second side are the text or image to the right on one-sided copies. If two-sided referred to as “SIDE 1” and “SIDE 2” copying is made possible by using an optional duplex module, the respectively in the message display.
  • Page 20 MARGIN SHIFT If you want to change the shift amount and/or shift direction, press the SCROLL DISPLAY key. SCROLL DISPLAY The following message will appear. INFORMATION MARGIN SHIFT • SIDE 1 RIGHT SELECT SHIFT AMOUNT WITH 10-KEY PAD. AMOUNT PRESS 12mm 15mm If an ERASE mode is used together with a MARGIN SHIFT...
  • Page 21 MARGIN SHIFT Select the shift direction using the 10-key pad. Selected shift amounts and shift direction will return to the initial settings when the MARGIN SHIFT key is pressed again. AUDIT CLEAR ORIGINAL Ensure that the desired paper tray is selected. COPY RATIO AUTO PAPER SELECT...

  • Page 22: Job Memory

    JOB MEMORY Frequently used job programs can be stored in one of nine storage registers. This is convenient for quick job recall without losing time manually reprogramming each aspect of the job. Settings for the following functions can be stored in job memory: original to copy mode, reduction/enlargement/zoom, auto image, same-size copying, exposure adjustments, erase, margin shift, dual page copying, covers (only if an optional reversing automatic...
  • Page 23 JOB MEMORY Deleting a stored job program Follow steps 1 and 2 in “Storing a job program” on the previous page. Press key 2 on the 10-key pad. The following message will appear. TO DELETE A PROGRAM FROM THE STORAGE AUDIT CLEAR REGISTER: PRESS ANY KEY FROM 1 TO 9 AND THEN THE START KEY.

  • Page 24: Interrupting A Copy Run

    INTERRUPTING A COPY RUN INTERRUPT can be used to temporarily stop a long copy run so that another job can be run. Reduction/enlargement/zoom, exposure adjustments, dual page copying, erase, and margin shift can be selected during interrupt copying. Duplex copying, sort, group, staple sort, and covers cannot be selected during interrupt copying.

  • Page 25: Paper

    PAPER Types and sizes of copy paper ORDINARY PAPER Automatic feeding from the paper trays or Manual feed tray (single sheet feed) manual feed tray (max. 50 sheets) Size: Size: (5-1/2" x 8-1/2") (11" x 17") (5-1/2" x 8-1/2") (11" x 17") 56 g/m 80 g/m 52 g/m...

  • Page 26: Loading Copy Paper

    The copy paper size for the 500-sheet paper drawer The paper size for the lower paper tray can be will be set by Sharp service personnel according to changed by the user. your request when you purchase the copier. If a 500-sheet paper drawer Gently lift and pull out the paper tray.
  • Page 27 PAPER Changing the lower paper tray’s inner cassette The lower paper tray can accommodate six different paper sizes. To change the paper size, simply change the inner cassette. (The inner cassettes are optional.) Gently lift and pull out the lower paper tray. Grasp the inner cassette tabs and remove the cassette.

  • Page 28: Adding Toner

    The message “TONER SUPPLY IS LOW. PRESS THE only Sharp products. FOR INSTRUCTIONS.” will appear in the message display before The package of Sharp toner has the the toner supply is completely empty. If copying is continued, copies Genuine Supplies label.
  • Page 29 ADDING TONER Place the new toner cartridge with the tabs in the notches as shown. Slide the toner cartridge along the guides over the toner hopper. Hold the toner cartridge with one hand while pulling on the sealing tape to remove it. Sealing tape Tap on the top of the toner cartridge 5 times to release all toner into the toner hopper.

  • Page 30: Used Toner Disposal

    Keep the full toner collecting container until the next regular service call. Your authorised Sharp Service Technician will collect the container for disposal. Install a new toner collecting container by pushing it down onto the spring-loaded tray and then allowing it to move upward and click into place.

  • Page 31: Storage Of Supplies

    STORAGE OF SUPPLIES For best copying results, be sure to use Standard SF-2540 supplies replaced by the user include copy paper, toner, toner collecting container, and staple cartridges for the only Sharp products. optional staple sorter. The package of Sharp toner has the Genuine Supplies label.

  • Page 32: Misfeed Removal

    MISFEED REMOVAL When a misfeed occurs, the copier will stop. If paper becomes accidentally torn during removal, The message “A MISFEED HAS OCCURRED. be sure to remove all pieces. Be careful not to damage the photoconductive drum or the corona CLEAR INDICATED AREA.
  • Page 33 MISFEED REMOVAL Open and close the front cover to cancel the misfeed display. A MISFEED HAS OCCURRED. Misfeed in a paper tray CLEAR INDICATED AREA. PRESS THE KEY FOR RECOVERY INSTRUCTIONS. Open the side cover. NOTE: If the transport area misfeed indicator is lighted, clear the transport area first.
  • Page 34 MISFEED REMOVAL Close the paper tray and the side cover. Confirm that the misfeed display is cleared. A MISFEED HAS OCCURRED. Misfeed in the transport area CLEAR INDICATED AREA. PRESS THE KEY FOR RECOVERY INSTRUCTIONS. Open the front cover. Turn the transport lever to the left. Transport lever Turn the roller rotating knob in the direction of the arrow to remove the misfed paper.
  • Page 35 MISFEED REMOVAL Turn the transport lever back into place. Close the front cover. Confirm that the misfeed display is cleared. A MISFEED HAS OCCURRED. Misfeed around the fusing unit and exit area CLEAR INDICATED AREA. PRESS THE KEY FOR RECOVERY INSTRUCTIONS.
  • Page 36 MISFEED REMOVAL If the misfed paper is in the exit area, open the exit area cover carefully. Open the cover by pulling the lever up. Support it until fully open. If an optional sorter is installed, slide it away from the copier and then open the cover.
  • Page 37 MISFEED REMOVAL A MISFEED HAS OCCURRED. Misfeed in the duplex module CLEAR INDICATED AREA. PRESS THE KEY FOR RECOVERY INSTRUCTIONS. The duplex module is optional. NOTE: If any other misfeed locations are indicated, be sure to remove any misfed paper from these locations before performing the procedure described below.

  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Always check the message display whenever the copier stops or operation is not possible. The messages will give you easy-to-follow directions. If the messages do not give specific instructions, check the list below. Problem Solution Copier plugged in? Plug the copier into a grounded outlet. Power switch on? Turn the power switch on.
  • Page 39 See page 41. dark or too light. If a problem persists after checking the above, please consult your key operator prior to contacting your authorised Sharp Service Centre. Self-diagnostic function An automatic self-diagnostic function is built into this copier. Should the copier malfunction, the self-diagnostic function will locate the problem and stop the copier to prevent damage.

  • Page 40: Part Names And Functions

    PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS Exterior q Document holder !0 Exit area cover Open to remove misfed paper. w Exit tray !1 Power switch Finished copies are deposited in the exit tray. Press to turn copier power on and off. e Document cover (optional in some areas) !2 Duplex module or 500-sheet paper drawer Place the original on the document glass and close the document cover before copying starts.

  • Page 41: Interior

    PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS Interior !8 Fusing unit @5 Toner collecting container The fusing unit is hot. Exercise care in this area. Used toner is collected here. Replace when a message appears in the display indicating the !9 Transport lever need to do so.

  • Page 42: Operation Panel

    PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS Operation Panel READY TO COPY. COVERS ERASE MARGIN DUAL PAGE SHIFT COPY Inch system ORIGINAL AUTO SORTER ORIGINAL TO COPY IMAGE COPY RATIO AUTO PAPER ORIGINAL ORIGINAL SELECT 1 0 0 % (ORIGINALS) SORT EVEN NUMBER EXPOSURE ZOOM ODD NUMBER...
  • Page 43 PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS PROGRAM SCROLL DISPLAY INTERRUPT INFORMATION CLEAR ALL LCD contrast control Use the contrast control adjustment to vary START the contrast of the message display to best suit the room lighting conditions. AUDIT CLEAR !6 ZOOM keys (p.13) @8 10-key pad Used to select any enlargement or reduction copy Used to set the copy quantity and to make...

  • Page 44: User Maintenance

    USER MAINTENANCE The document glass and document cover must be kept clean to avoid dirty areas from being copied onto the copies. Document glass and document cover Wipe the document glass and document cover with a soft, clean cloth. If necessary, dampen the cloth with water. Do not use thinner, benzene, or similar volatile cleaning agents.

  • Page 45: Maintenance Required

    MAINTENANCE REQUIRED When the message “READY TO COPY. (MAINTENANCE )” appears, service by an authorised Sharp REQUIRED : Service Technician will be required soon. Contact your Service Centre as soon as possible. Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...

  • Page 46: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS COPIER Type Desktop Copy system Dry, electrostatic transfer system Originals Sheets, bound documents Original sizes Max. A3 (11" x 17") Copy sizes Max. A3 (11" x 17"), min. A6 (5-1/2" x 8-1/2") Image loss: Max. 4 mm (5/32") (leading and trailing edges) Copying speed 40 copies/min.

  • Page 47: Optional Equipment

    SPECIFICATIONS Overall dimensions 1205 mm (W) x 650 mm (D) (47-29/64" (W) x 25-19/32" (D)) Weight Approx. 67.4 kg (148.6 lbs.) (with optional document Approx. 72 kg (158.8 lbs.) (with 500-sheet paper drawer) cover SF-CV13) Approx. 74.3 kg (163.9 lbs.) (with duplex module) Copier dimensions 633 mm (W) x 650 mm (D) x 607 mm (H) (with optional document...
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  • Page 49: Optional Equipment

    OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT CONTENTS Page SYSTEM CONFIGURATION ........ 48 REVERSING AUTOMATIC DOCUMENT FEEDER (SF-A58) ..49 Part names ........... 49 Specifications ......... 49 Using the RADF ........50 Automatic reduction/enlargement ......54 Covers ..........55 Misfeed removal ........57 20-BIN SORTER (SF-S15)/ 20-BIN STAPLE SORTER (SF-S56) ......

  • Page 50: System Configuration

    SYSTEM CONFIGURATION The options which are available for the SF-2540 are shown below. 20-bin sorter (SF-S15) Reversing automatic document feeder (SF-A58) Duplex module (SF-DM11) Document cover (SF-CV13) Cassette (SF-IC11) 20-bin staple sorter (SF-S56) Stand/3000-sheet paper drawer (SF-D23) 500-sheet paper drawer...

  • Page 51: Reversing Automatic Document Feeder (Sf-A58)

    REVERSING AUTOMATIC DOCUMENT FEEDER (SF-A58) The reversing automatic document feeder (RADF) will handle A5 to A3 (5-1/2" x 8-1/2" to 11" x 17") originals. Two-sided originals can be copied automatically without having to manually turn them over. PART NAMES Feeding roller cover Original guides Document feeder tray Document feeder cover...

  • Page 52: Using The Radf

    RADF (SF-A58) Using the RADF NOTES: Before loading originals into the document feeder Special originals such as transparency film and tray, be sure to remove any staples or paper clips tracing paper should not be fed from the RADF, but from them.
  • Page 53 RADF (SF-A58) Ensure that the 1-sided to 1-sided copying mode is AUTO SORTER ORIGINAL TO COPY IMAGE selected in the ORIGINAL TO COPY section of the (ORIGINALS) operation panel. SORT EVEN NUMBER ZOOM ODD NUMBER When no indicator in the ORIGINAL TO COPY section is lit, the 1-sided to 1-sided copying mode is selected.
  • Page 54 RADF (SF-A58) Enter the desired number of copies. INTERRUPT INFORMATION The maximum number of copies in the two-sided copy mode is 50 for A5, A4, and A4R (8-1/2" x 11" and 8-1/2" x 11"R) and 30 CLEAR ALL for B4 and A3 (8-1/2" x 14" and 11" x 17") paper. If the specified number of copies exceeds the above number, the copy quantity display will display the maximum allowable number START...
  • Page 55 RADF (SF-A58) Enter the desired number of copies. The maximum number of copies in the two-sided copy mode is START 50 for A5, A4, and A4R (8-1/2" x 11" and 8-1/2" x 11"R) and 30 for B4 and A3 (8-1/2" x 14" and 11" x 17") paper. If the specified number of copies exceeds the above number, the copy quantity display will display the maximum allowable number after copying starts.

  • Page 56: Automatic Reduction/Enlargement

    RADF (SF-A58) Automatic reduction/enlargement Reduction and enlargement ratios can be selected automatically with the AUTO IMAGE key. Adjust the original guides to the size of the originals and set the originals face up in the document feeder tray. The original size will be detected and indicated in the message display.

  • Page 57: Covers

    RADF (SF-A58) Covers The COVERS feature is used to place covers on the front, back, or both the front and back of multipage documents. Front cover sheets can be copied on, but only on the front side even in the 1-sided to 2-sided and 2-sided to 2-sided copy modes. When the front of a 2-sided original is copied onto a cover, the back side of that original will not be copied at all.
  • Page 58 RADF (SF-A58) Load the cover stock into the manual feed tray, making sure that the cover stock is the same size as the copy paper. The START key indicator will light up. Make all other desired copier selections and enter the desired number of copies.

  • Page 59: Misfeed Removal

    RADF (SF-A58) Misfeed removal When the RADF misfeeds an original sheet, the copier will stop and A MISFEED HAS OCCURRED. CLEAR INDICATED AREA. the misfeed message will appear. PRESS THE KEY FOR RECOVERY Press the INFORMATION and SCROLL DISPLAY keys for more INSTRUCTIONS.

  • Page 60: 20-Bin Sorter (Sf-S15)/ 20-Bin Staple Sorter (Sf-S56)

    20-BIN SORTER ( SF-S15 ) 20-BIN STAPLE SORTER ( SF-S56 ) The SF-S15 20-Bin Sorter has two sorter modes for different copy- NOTE: ing jobs: one sorts copies into sets matching the sequence of the To install a sorter or a staple sorter, an originals and the second groups copies from different originals into optional stand/3000-sheet paper drawer separate sort bins.

  • Page 61: Using A Sorter

    20-BIN SORTER (SF-S15)/20-BIN STAPLE SORTER (SF-S56) Using a sorter Press the SORTER key to select the desired mode. SORT GROUP (The STAPLE SORT mode cannot be selected for the SF-S15.) To cancel the mode, press the SORTER key until the SORT, STAPLE SORT, and GROUP indicators all go out.

  • Page 62: Sorter Capacities

    20-BIN SORTER (SF-S15)/20-BIN STAPLE SORTER (SF-S56) SORTER CAPACITIES SF-S15 SF-S56 Top bin Top bin 100 sheets in the NON-SORT mode 100 sheets in the NON-SORT mode (60 sheets for B4 and A3 (8-1/2" x 14" and 11" x 17")) Sort bins Sort bins Sort Mode: Up to 50 per bin in the SORT mode...

  • Page 63: Staple Sort (Sf-S56 Only)

    20-BIN STAPLE SORTER (SF-S56) Staple sort (SF-S56 only) The STAPLE SORT mode staples copies of A4, A4R, B4, A3, and 8-1/2" x 11" (8-1/2" x 11", 8-1/2" x 11"R, 8-1/2" x 14", 11" x 17", and A4) sizes. For other paper sizes, use the manual stapling mode. See page 63.
  • Page 64 20-BIN STAPLE SORTER (SF-S56) Using the RADF Set the originals in the document feeder tray face up with the stapling position in the upper left corner. Stapling location If the number of copies to be delivered into each bin is more than 50 for A4, A4R, or 8-1/2"...

  • Page 65: Manual Stapling

    20-BIN STAPLE SORTER (SF-S56) Manual stapling To use the stapling feature only, without using the STAPLE SORT mode, follow the procedure below. Align the edges of the copies to be stapled. Place the set of copies into the top bin, making sure the edges are flush with the inner right corner, as shown in Copies the figure.

  • Page 66: Staple Cartridge Replacement

    20-BIN STAPLE SORTER (SF-S56) Staple cartridge replacement When the staple cartridge becomes empty, the message “ADD STAPLES. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS INSIDE THE SORTER.” will appear. Replace the staple cartridge as follows: Open the stapler cover. Lift the release lever and pull out the staple box. Lift the release lever to unlock the staple box.
  • Page 67 If it is not stapled, press the manual staple key again. If the stapler does not operate properly even after replacement, a staple may be jammed in it. See next page. Staples for the staple sorter are available from your Sharp dealer. Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...

  • Page 68: Staple Jam Removal

    20-BIN STAPLE SORTER (SF-S56) Staple jam removal If staples become jammed in the stapler, the message “REMOVE THE STAPLER AND CHECK IT.” will appear. Remove the jammed staples in the manner described below: Open the stapler cover. Lift the release lever and pull out the staple box. Lift the release lever to unlock the staple box.
  • Page 69 20-BIN STAPLE SORTER (SF-S56) Insert the staple box into the stapler unit until it clicks in place. Close the stapler cover. Following the stapling procedure on page 63, staple a copy to check that the stapler works properly. If it does not, repeat this procedure until it does. Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...

  • Page 70: Misfeed Removal

    20-BIN SORTER (SF-S15) Misfeed removal The copier will stop when a misfeed occurs. A MISFEED HAS OCCURRED. CLEAR INDICATED AREA. The message “A MISFEED HAS OCCURRED. CLEAR INDICATED PRESS THE KEY FOR RECOVERY AREA. PRESS THE KEY FOR RECOVERY INSTRUC– INSTRUCTIONS.
  • Page 71 20-BIN STAPLE SORTER (SF-S56) SF-S56 20-bin staple sorter Push the sorter release button and slide the sorter carefully along the guides away from the copier. Remove the misfed paper from the sorter or from the exit area of the copier. Slide the sorter back toward the copier and latch it into place.

  • Page 72: Specifications

    20-BIN SORTER (SF-S15)/20-BIN STAPLE SORTER (SF-S56) Specifications SF-S15 No. of bins Bin capacity NON-SORT: 100 sheets (top bin) SORT: 50 sheets GROUP: 30 sheets Paper size Top bin: Max. A3 (11" x 17") Min. A6 (5-1/2" x8-1/2") Sort bins: Max. A3 (11" x 17") Min.

  • Page 73: Stand/3000-Sheet Paper Drawer (Sf-D23)/ Stand/500-Sheet Paper Drawer (Sf-D24)

    STAND/3000-SHEET PAPER DRAWER ( SF-D23 ) STAND/500-SHEET PAPER DRAWER ( SF-D24 ) These optional stands with paper trays provide the convenience of increased paper capacity for the copier and make a choice of paper sizes readily available for copying. Even greater paper capacity and size flexibility are available when the stands are equipped with an optional auxiliary 500-sheet paper drawer (SF-CM11).

  • Page 74: Loading Copy Paper

    STAND/3000-SHEET PAPER DRAWER (SF-D23)/STAND/500-SHEET PAPER DRAWER (SF-D24) Loading copy paper The size of the copy paper for the paper tray will be set by Sharp service personnel according to your request when you purchase the copier. If a different paper size setting is required, contact your authorised Sharp Service Centre.
  • Page 75 STAND/3000-SHEET PAPER DRAWER (SF-D23)/STAND/500-SHEET PAPER DRAWER (SF-D24) Gently push back the paper drawer. Stand/500-sheet paper drawer (SF-D24) Pull out the 500-sheet paper drawer. Fan the copy paper and insert it in the paper drawer. The 500-sheet paper drawer holds up to 500 sheets of paper. Do not load paper above the maximum height line.

  • Page 76: Misfeed Removal

    STAND/3000-SHEET PAPER DRAWER (SF-D23)/STAND/500-SHEET PAPER DRAWER (SF-D24) Misfeed removal A MISFEED HAS OCCURRED. The copier will stop when a misfeed occurs. CLEAR INDICATED AREA. The message “A MISFEED HAS OCCURRED. CLEAR INDICATED PRESS THE KEY FOR RECOVERY AREA. PRESS THE KEY FOR RECOVERY INSTRUCTIOS.”...

  • Page 77: Specifications

    STAND/3000-SHEET PAPER DRAWER (SF-D23)/STAND/500-SHEET PAPER DRAWER (SF-D24) Specifications SF-D23 Paper size A4 (8-1/2" x 11") Paper weight 52 to 80 g/m (14 lbs. to 21 lbs.) Paper capacity 3,000 sheets of paper Total of 3,500 sheets of paper with an optional 500-sheet paper drawer installed Weight Approx.
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  • Page 79: Key Operator's Guide

    The programs allow the key operator to tailor many functions of the SF-2540 for specific modes of operation. These programs can only be accessed after a key operator code number has been entered.

  • Page 80: Key Operator Code Number (P19)

    KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS KEY OPERATOR CODE NUMBER (P19) A key operator code number must be registered before a key operator program can be used. The key operator must remember this number. Only this registered number will allow access to the key operator programs. Registering the key operator code number AUDIT CLEAR Press the clear (...

  • Page 81: Key Operator Programs

    KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS A complete list of all key operator programs is provided below. These programs can only be accessed by first entering the key operator code number. If an optional Card Counter (SF-EA11) or Auditor (SF-EA12) is installed, key operator programs 10, 11, 13, 14, 16 and 18 cannot be accessed by way of the copier keys.
  • Page 82 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Program Page Code No. Program Name Function Preheat Mode Sets the time that elapses before the copier enters Setting the preheat mode after copying is completed. Right/Left Shift Determines whether shift direction change is to be Direction Selection allowed.

  • Page 83: Using The Key Operator Programs

    KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Using the key operator programs Press the clear ( ) key, the INTERRUPT key, and AUDIT CLEAR the clear key again. The following message will appear. ENTER KEY OPERATOR CODE. ––––– INTERRUPT Enter the key operator code number. The dashes in the message will change to asterisks.
  • Page 84 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS P10 Auditing Mode Program P10 is used to enable or disable the basic auditing mode. When disabled, the message in the display will be “READY TO COPY.” Access to copying is open to any operator. When enabled, the message in the display will be “ENTER YOUR ACCOUNT NUMBER.
  • Page 85 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS To reset all accounts Press key 1. To reset a single account Press key 2. The following message will appear. INPUT ACCOUNT NUMBER TO BE RESET AND PRESS THE START KEY. ––––– Enter the account number to be reset. Press the START key.
  • Page 86 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS To delete accounts Press key 2. The following message will appear. DELETE ACCOUNT #: 1.ALL ACCOUNTS 2.INDIVIDUAL ACCOUNT To delete all accounts, press key 1. (A message will appear to confirm the selection. Press key 1 to delete all accounts.
  • Page 87 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS To display all registered account numbers Press key 4. The following message will appear. ACCOUNT NUMBER DISPLAY (PAGE TO SEE PAGE 2: PRESS THE KEY. If you want to see the next display, press the SCROLL DISPLAY key. Press the PROGRAM key to exit the program.
  • Page 88 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS To cancel a limit Press key 2. The following message will appear. CANCEL LIMITS: 1.ALL ACCOUNTS 2.INDIVIDUAL ACCOUNT Press key 2 again. The following message will appear. ACCOUNT NUMBER. ––––– PRESS THE START KEY TO CANCEL LIMIT. Enter the account number for which the limit is to be cancelled.
  • Page 89 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS P19 Key Operator Code Number Change See page 78, KEY OPERATOR CODE NUMBER. P20 Auto Exposure Adjust Use P20 to lighten or darken copies in the automatic exposure mode. The factory setting is “NORMAL.” When P20 is entered, the following message will appear. P20: AUTO EXPOSURE ADJUST.
  • Page 90 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS P23 Auto Clear Setting Use P23 to set the time interval to return the copier to the initial settings after the last copy of a run has been completed. The time can be set from 10 to 240 seconds in 10 second increments. When P23 is entered, the following message will appear.
  • Page 91 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS P25 Setting a Maximum Number of Copies Use P25 to limit the maximum number of copies per copy run which can be input in the copy quantity display. When P25 is entered, the following message will appear. P25: SETTING A MAXIMUM NUMBER OF COPIES.
  • Page 92 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS P28 Initial Status Setting The copier will assume the initial settings when it is turned on, when the CLEAR ALL key is pressed, or when the auto clear interval has elapsed after a copy run. Use P28 to establish the initial settings. When P28 is entered, the following message will appear.
  • Page 93 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS P31 Preheat Mode Setting Program P31 is used to set the time that elapses before the copier enters the preheat mode after copying is completed. The interval can be set between 1 and 240 minutes in 1 minute increments. When P31 is entered, the following message will appear.
  • Page 94 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS P45 Message Time Setting Program P45 is used to adjust the length of time that messages are displayed in the range of 1 to 12 seconds in 1 second increments. When P45 is entered, the following message will appear. P45: MESSAGE TIME SETTING.
  • Page 95 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS P52 Override Sorter Bin Capacity Limit Program P52 is used to control operation in case of bin capacity overflow of an optional staple sorter (SF-S56). If the control is cancelled, copying in the SORT or STAPLE SORT mode can be started even if copies remain in a sort bin.
  • Page 96 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS P72 Prohibiting of Manual Feed Tray in Duplex Copy Program P72 is used to disable the use of the manual feed tray when making duplex copies. When P72 is entered, the following message will appear. P72: PROHIBITING OF MANUAL FEED TRAY IN DUPLEX COPY.
  • Page 97 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS P75 Disabling of Duplex Copying Program P75 is used to enable or disable the optional duplex system. If a malfunction occurs within the duplex system of the copier, the system can be disabled until it is serviced. The rest of the copier in the meantime will remain operable.
  • Page 98 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS P83 Enabling of PC/Modem Access Program P83 is used to determine whether persons other than persons who know the key operator code number will be permitted access via a computer or other equipment, either directly or through a telephone line, to the copier’s key operator programs.
  • Page 99 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS P90 Display the List of All P Codes Program P90 is used to sequentially display all programs. The programs in which the setting has been changed from the factory default setting are indicated with When P90 is entered, the following message will appear. If an optional Card Counter (SF-EA11) or Auditor (SF-EA12) is installed, programs 10, 11, 13, 14, 16 and 18 will not be displayed.

  • Page 100: Key Operator Assistance Call

    CODE: corrected by the key operator. Contact your authorised Sharp Service Centre for service. Be sure to report the alphanumeric code information as well. This will enable the Service Centre to prepare to correct the malfunction associated with the code.

  • Page 101: Key Operator Code Number: Factory Setting

    KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS KEY OPERATOR CODE NUMBER: FACTORY SETTING The following is the factory setting of the Key Operator Code Number, which must be used to access the Key Operator Program. Factory setting = 00000 This number must be entered when accessing the Key Operator Program for the first time.
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