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Sharp AR-121E Operation Manual

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DIGITAL LASER COPIER
OPERATION MANUAL
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    MODEL AR-121E AR-151E DIGITAL LASER COPIER OPERATION MANUAL Page • GETTING STARTED • INSTALLATION • MAKING COPIES • SPECIAL FUNCTIONS • SUPPLIES AND USER MAINTENANCE • COPIER TROUBLE? • APPENDIX cover-1_AR121151EX.p65 30/11/00, 19:07...
  • Page 2 VAROITUS! CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LAITTEEN KÄYTTÄMINEN MUULLA KUIN TÄSSÄ KÄYTTÖOHJEESSA MAINITULLA LASER KLASSE 1 TAVALLA SAATTAA ALTISTAA KÄYTTÄJÄN TURVALLISUUSLUOKAN 1 LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE YLITTÄVÄLLE NÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE KLASS 1 LASERAPPARAT LASERSÄTEILYLLE. VARNING OM APPARATEN ANVÄNDS PÅ ANNAT SÄTT ÄN I DENNA BRUKSANVISNING SPECIFICERATS, KAN ANVÄNDAREN UTSÄTTAS FÖR...
  • Page 3 CONTENTS GETTING STARTED INTRODUCTION CAUTIONS MAIN FEATURES PART NAMES OPERATION PANEL INSTALLATION COPIER INSTALLATION CAUTIONS ON HANDLING LOADING COPY PAPER MAKING COPIES NORMAL COPYING – Setting a large original EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT/PHOTO COPYING REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM BYPASS FEED (including special paper) TWO-SIDED COPYING SPECIAL FUNCTIONS DESCRIPTION OF SPECIAL FUNCTIONS HIGH IMAGE QUALITY MODE...
  • Page 4 CONTENTS COPIER TROUBLE? MISFEED REMOVAL – A Misfeed in the paper feed area – B Misfeed in the fusing area – C Misfeed in the transport area DEVELOPER REQUIRED MAINTENANCE REQUIRED TROUBLESHOOTING STATUS INDICATORS AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT APPENDIX SPECIFICATIONS SUPPLIES –...

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED This chapter provides basic information for using the copier. INTRODUCTION This copier has been designed to provide intuitive operating ease while requiring a minimum amount of space. To get full use of all copier features, be sure to familiarise yourself with this manual and the copier.

  • Page 6: Cautions

    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.

  • Page 7: Main Features

    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 12 copies/min. (AR-121E) or 15 copies/min. (AR-151E), which adapts to business use, allowing improvement of working efficiency. High-quality digital image High-quality image copying at 600 dpi can be performed.

  • Page 8: Part Names

    PART NAMES Original table Original cover Operation Side cover panel Manual bypass Paper tray Paper guides Side cover Front cover Cover for optional open button printer interface Handle Paper output tray Paper output tray Toner cartridge lock release extension lever Power cord socket Handle Power switch...

  • Page 9: Operation Panel

    OPERATION PANEL 200% 141% 100% 100% ZOOM 200% MAX. 129% Inch system 100% 100% MIN. Exposure mode selector key and Display indicators Displays the specified copy quantity, zoom Use to sequentially select the exposure copy ratio, user program code, and error modes: AUTO, MANUAL or PHOTO.

  • Page 10: Installation

    INSTALLATION Follow the installation procedure below to use the copier properly. 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.

  • Page 11: Cautions On Handling

    COPIER INSTALLATION 20 cm (8") Be sure to allow the required space around the machine for servicing and proper 20 cm (8") ventilation. 10 cm (4") 10 cm (4") CAUTIONS ON HANDLING Be careful in handling the copier as follows to maintain the performance of this copier. Do not drop the copier, subject it to shock or strike it against any object.

  • Page 12: Loading Copy Paper

    LOADING COPY PAPER Raise the handle of the paper tray and pull the paper tray out until it stops. Adjust the paper guides on the paper tray to the copy paper width and length. Squeeze the lever of paper guide and slide the guide to match with the width of the paper.

  • Page 13: Making Copies

    MAKING COPIES This chapter describes basic copying functions and some other copying functions using the manual bypass. NORMAL COPYING Ensure that paper of the desired size is set in the paper tray. See page 10, LOADING COPY PAPER. When copying onto paper larger than A4 (8-1/2" x 11") size, pull out the paper output tray extension.
  • Page 14 NORMAL COPYING Place the original face down on the original table. Align it with the original scale and the centring ( ) mark. Original scale mark Gently close the original cover. When copying a book or an original which has been folded or a crumpled original, press down the original cover lightly.

  • Page 15: Setting A Large Original

    NORMAL COPYING Setting a large original The original cover can be removed to allow copying of bulky objects. Simply lift the original cover straight up. To reattach the original cover, reverse the above procedure. EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT/PHOTO COPYING Copy density adjustment is not required for most originals in the automatic exposure mode. To adjust the copy density manually or to copy photographs, the exposure level can be adjusted in five steps manually.

  • Page 16: Reduction/Enlargement/Zoom

    EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT/PHOTO COPYING Set the number of copies using the copy quantity ( ) keys and press the print ) key. 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.

  • Page 17: Bypass Feed (Including Special Paper)

    BYPASS FEED (including special paper) The single-sheet manual bypass can be used to feed standard paper, transparency film, labels, and other special purpose papers measuring from A6 to A4 (3-1/2" x 5-1/2" to 8-1/2" x 14") and in the weight range of 52 to 130 g/m (14 to 34.5 lbs.).
  • Page 18 TWO-SIDED COPYING Place the first original on the original table and make a copy. The first copy can be made using either the paper tray or the manual bypass. Replace the first original with the second original on the original table and close the original cover.

  • Page 19: Special Functions

    SPECIAL FUNCTIONS This chapter describes the special functions of this copier. Use these functions as needed. DESCRIPTION OF SPECIAL FUNCTIONS High image quality mode This mode improves copy image quality by increasing copy density with a slight increase of toner consumption. Power save modes (page 18) The copier has two power save modes of operation: preheat mode and auto power shut-off mode.

  • Page 20: User Programs (Power Save Modes, Auto Clear Time)

    HIGH IMAGE QUALITY 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 “1” will light up, indicating the standard toner mode is active.

  • Page 21: Displaying Total Number Of Copies

    USER PROGRAMS Press the print ( ) key. The entered program number will be steadily lit and the currently selected parameter number for the program will blink on the right side of the display. Select the desired parameter using the right copy quantity ( ) key.

  • Page 22: Supplies And User Maintenance

    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.
  • Page 23 TONER CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT Remove the toner cartridge from the bag. Grasp the cartridge on both sides and shake it horizontally four or five times. After shaking the cartridge, remove the toner seal. Grasp the toner cartridge as shown in the illustration. Do not hold the cartridge by the shutter.

  • Page 24: Toner Cartridge Life

    All the alarm indicators will go out. USER MAINTENANCE Proper care is essential in order to get clean, sharp copies. Be sure to take a few minutes to regularly clean the copier. Before cleaning, be sure to turn the power switch off and remove the power cord from the outlet.

  • Page 25: Transfer Charger

    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. Open the side cover while pressing the side cover open button. Take the charger cleaner out by holding the tab.

  • Page 26: When Copier Is Not In Use

    USER MAINTENANCE Return the charger cleaner to its original position. Close the side cover by pressing the round projections near the side cover open button. Turn the power switch on. When copier is not in use To prevent entry of dust and foreign matter, store the copier as follows. Remove the power cord and secure the copier using tape (two locations).

  • Page 27: Copier Trouble

    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. Open the side cover while pressing the side cover open button. Check the misfeed location.

  • Page 28: B Misfeed In The Fusing Area

    MISFEED REMOVAL Close the side cover by pressing the round projections near the side cover open button. The misfeed ( ) indicator will go out and the ready ( ) indicator will light up. B Misfeed in the fusing area Lower the fusing unit release lever by rotating it all the way as shown in the illustration.

  • Page 29: C Misfeed In The Transport Area

    MISFEED REMOVAL Raise the fusing unit release lever and then close the side cover by pressing the round projections near the side cover open button. The misfeed ( ) indicator will go out and the ready ( ) indicator will light up. C Misfeed in the transport area Lower the fusing unit release lever by rotating it all the way as shown in the illustration.

  • Page 30: Developer Required

    DEVELOPER REPLACEMENT SHOULD ONLY BE DONE BY AN AUTHORISED SHARP SERVICE TECHNICIAN. Contact your service centre as soon as possible. MAINTENANCE REQUIRED When indicator lights up, service by an authorised SHARP service technician is required. Contact your service centre as soon as possible. chap-6_AR121151EX.p65 30/11/00, 19:08...

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING If any problem occurs, check the list below before contacting your SHARP service centre. Problem Possible cause Solution page: Copier plugged in? Plug the copier into a grounded outlet. Power switch on? Turn the power switch on. Copier does not Side cover closed Gently close the side cover.

  • Page 32: 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...

  • Page 33: Automatic Exposure Adjustment

    AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT The automatic exposure level can be adjusted to suit your copying needs. Press the exposure mode selector key to select the photo ( ) mode. Press and hold down the exposure mode selector key for approximately 5 seconds. The photo ( ) indicator will go out and the AUTO indicator will begin to blink.

  • Page 34: Appendix

    First-copy time may differ depending on operating conditions, such as power-supply voltage and room temperature. As a part of our policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design and specification changes for product improvement without prior notice.

  • Page 35: Supplies

    Be sure to use only genuine SHARP parts and supplies. For best copying results, be sure to use only SHARP products. The package of SHARP toner has the Genuine Supplies label.

  • Page 36: Index

    INDEX Auto clear ....17, 18 Maintenance Automatic exposure adjustment ..31 - user maintenance ....22 Auto power shut-off mode .
  • Page 37 INDEX Ready indicator ....7 Toner cartridge Reduction ..... . . 14 - indicator .
  • Page 38 MEMO chap-8_AR121151EX.p65 30/11/00, 19:08...
  • Page 39 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 40 AR-121E/AR-151E SHARP CORPORATION PRINTED IN CHINA 2000M TINSE0520QSZZ cover-4_AR121151EX.p65 30/11/00, 19:08...

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