Troubleshooting - Sharp AR-M208 Operation Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING

Always check the message display whenever the copier stops during an operation or operation is not
possible. Messages in the display will give you easy-to-follow directions. For other troubles not
described by messages, check the chart below.
Problem
Copier does not operate.
Copies are too dark or too
light.
Blank copies
The size of copies is
different from the selected
paper size. (Part of the
original image is not
copied. A blank space is
copied.)
Copies smear if rubbed.
Paper misfeeds frequently.
Original size not selected
automatically.
G
Copier plugged in?
G
Power switch ON?
G
Copy density properly adjusted? Adjust the exposure. See page 34.
G
Is the original placed face down? Place the original face down on the
G
Is the paper size specified for the
tray different from the actual
size?
G
Paper too heavy?
G
Paper damp?
G
Non-standard paper used?
G
Paper properly installed?
G
Pieces of paper inside copier?
G
Paper curled or damp?
G
Has the platen cover been
completely opened when the
original is placed on the platen
glass?
G
Does the original include any
large black solid areas?
Solution
Plug the copier into a grounded
outlet as specified. See page 97.
Turn the power switch ON. See
page 16.
platen glass.
The size of the paper must be
entered. See page 88.
Use copy paper within the specified
range. See page 86.
Replace with dry copy paper. Be
sure to store copy paper in a dry
location. See page 96.
Use standard paper. If using
special paper, feed the paper
through the bypass tray. See pages
41 and 86.
Make sure the paper is properly
installed. See pages 41 and 86.
Remove all pieces of misfed paper.
See page 73.
Store copy paper flat in the wrapper
in a dry location. See page 96.
Open the platen cover completely
and then place the original on the
platen glass. Close the platen
cover.
If the original includes any large
black solid areas, the original size
may not be detected. Press the
SPECIAL FUNCTION key and
select "ORIG. SIZE ENTER" to
specify the original size. See page
24.
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