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Sharp SF-2052 Operation Manual

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MODEL
SF-2052
ELECTROSTATIC
COPYING MACHINE
OPERATION MANUAL
GETTING STARTED
MAKING COPIES
SUPPLIES
COPIER TROUBLE?
GENERAL INFORMATION
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
KEY OPERATOR'S
GUIDE
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  • Page 1 MODEL SF-2052 ELECTROSTATIC COPYING MACHINE OPERATION MANUAL Page GETTING STARTED MAKING COPIES SUPPLIES COPIER TROUBLE? GENERAL INFORMATION OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT KEY OPERATOR’S GUIDE...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Page GETTING STARTED INTRODUCTION ....... . USING THIS MANUAL ......INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS .

  • Page 4: Getting Started

    The machine can also be equipped with an optional sorter or staple sorter to provide finished copy sets ready for distribution. The SF-2052 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 right side of the copier. When the power switch is turned to the “ON” position, the message “WARMING Power on UP. PLEASE WAIT.” will appear in the message display. Warming up takes about 3 minutes.

  • Page 7: Power Save Modes

    POWER ON AND OFF Power save modes The copier has two power save modes – power off timer mode and preheat mode. Power off timer mode The power off timer mode will automatically turn off the power to the copier after a programmed length of time has elapsed from the time the power was first turned on.

  • Page 8: 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 9: 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 111 for setting the auditing mode. The initial status of the message display will be: ENTER YOUR ACCOUNT NUMBER.

  • Page 10: Using The Radf

    USING THE RADF The RADF (Reversing Automatic Document Feeder) Special originals such as transparency film and will handle A5 to A3 (5-1/2" x 8-1/2" to 11" x 17") tracing paper should not be fed from the RADF, but sized originals. should be placed on the document glass.

  • Page 11: Using The Radf

    USING THE RADF Ensure that the 1-sided to 1-sided copying mode is SORTER ORIGINAL TO COPY selected in the ORIGINAL TO COPY section of the SORT (ORIGINALS) operation panel. EVEN NUMBER ODD NUMBER When no indicator in the ORIGINAL TO COPY section is lit, STAPLE the 1-sided to 1-sided copying mode is selected.
  • Page 12 USING THE RADF If the number of originals is known, use the ORIGINAL ODD NUMBER ORIGINAL TO COPY TO COPY key to select EVEN NUMBER or ODD NUMBER in the ORIGINAL TO COPY section of the operation panel, then proceed to step 3. If the number (ORIGINALS) PRE-COUNT of originals is not known, select PRE-COUNT...
  • Page 13 USING THE RADF Enter the desired number of copies. If the specified number of copies is more than 50, the copy quantity display will display 50 after copying starts. If an START optional sorter is installed, the display will change to 20 after copying starts (in sort mode).

  • Page 14: Copying From The Document Glass

    COPYING FROM THE DOCUMENT GLASS Use the document glass for copying single originals, bound documents, and other originals that cannot be set in the RADF. Duplex copying will not work when a non-standard sized paper is used. 2-sided to 2-sided or 2-sided to 1-sided cannot be selected when copying from the document glass.

  • Page 15: Copying From The Document Glass

    COPYING FROM THE DOCUMENT GLASS 2-sided copies from 1-sided originals For an odd number of originals: Set the last page of the document onto the document glass and copy it in the 1-sided to 1-sided mode. Use the ORIGINAL TO COPY key to select EVEN ODD NUMBER ORIGINAL TO COPY NUMBER.

  • Page 16: 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. KEY OPERATOR One extra preset copy ratio for reduction or enlargement can be added.
  • Page 17 REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM Manual selection Set the original(s) face up in the document feeder tray or face down on the document glass. Use the REDUCTION, ENLARGEMENT and ZOOM keys to set the desired copy ratio. REDUCTION ENLARGEMENT A. Preset reduction ratios are: 86%, 81%, 70%, and 50% 100% (95%, 77%, 64%, and 50%).

  • Page 18: Special Papers (Manual Feed)

    Labels, tracing paper, and special purpose papers other than SHARP standard transparency film must be fed individually. Up to 100 sheets of standard copy paper measuring from A5 to A3 (5-1/2" x 8-1/2" to 11" x 17") can be loaded into the manual feed tray.

  • Page 19: Exposure Adjustments

    EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENTS This copier has three exposure modes to choose from: AUTOMATIC, MANUAL, and PHOTO. Automatic 1 0 0 % AUTO P SELE This is the standard initial setting for this copier. In this mode, the EXPOSURE characteristics of an original being copied are “read” by the exposure system, and exposure adjustments are made automatically.

  • Page 20: 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 and two-sided copying.

  • Page 21: Erase

    ERASE Edge 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.
  • Page 22 ERASE If you want to change the erase mode, press the SCROLL DISPLAY key. The following message will appear. SCROLL DISPLAY ERASE INFORMATION EDGE ERASE PROGRAM CENTRE ERASE USE 10-KEY PAD TO SELECT ERASE MODE. CLEAR ALL EDGE CENTRE EDGE+CENTRE ERASE ERASE ERASE...

  • Page 23: Margin Shift

    MARGIN SHIFT The MARGIN SHIFT feature, in its initial setting, automatically Original Copy shifts the text or image to the right both on one-sided copies and on the front side of two-sided copies. The text or image is shifted to the left on the reverse side of two-sided copies.
  • Page 24 MARGIN SHIFT If you want to change the shift amount and/or shift direction, press the SCROLL DISPLAY key. The following message will appear. SCROLL DISPLAY MARGIN SHIFT • SIDE 1 INFORMATION •SIDE 2 RIGHT LEFT PROGRAM SELECT SHIFT AMOUNT WITH 10-KEY PAD. CLEAR ALL AMOUNT PRESS...
  • Page 25 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 Ensure that the desired paper tray is selected. INFORMATION ORIGINAL AUTO PAPER...

  • Page 26: Covers

    COVERS The COVERS mode 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. The back side of the original designated as the cover will not be copied.
  • Page 27 COVERS Press key 1 on the 10-key pad. The following message will appear. TO RETURN :PRESS COVERS USE 10-KEY PAD TO SELECT COVER PLACEMENT. AUDIT CLEAR BACK FRONT FRONT+BACK : PRESS 2 : PRESS 1 : PRESS 3 If you press the SCROLL DISPLAY key, the screen which was displayed before the current screen will appear.

  • Page 28: Inserts

    INSERTS INSERTS The INSERTS mode is used to insert Insert sheets can be fed from any of the paper feed stations, but sheets as chapter dividers. when the manual feed tray is used for cover stock, insert sheets must be fed from another tray. If the same paper stock is to be used for the cover stock and the insert sheets, the manual feed tray may be used for both.
  • Page 29 INSERTS To place insert sheets with printing in the 1-sided copy mode Make note of the numerical positions of the original INSERTS WITH pages which are to be copied onto insert sheets. In the PRINTING example to the left, these are positions 3 and 6. Place the originals face up in the document feeder tray.
  • Page 30 INSERTS Press key 2 on the 10-key pad. The following message will appear. INSERTS TO RETURN : PRESS PLEASE INPUT THE NUMBER OF ORIGINALS BY 10-KEY PAD AND THEN PRESS THE KEY. AUDIT CLEAR PRESS THE KEY FOR AUTO-COUNT. If you press the SCROLL DISPLAY key, the screen which was displayed before the current screen will appear.
  • Page 31 INSERTS Enter the remaining positions as in step 8 and then MATION press the PROGRAM key again to end the sequence. Enter page numbers in ascending order. PROGRAM To correct an entry error, press the SCROLL DISPLAY key. The following message will appear. CLEAR ALL INSERTS TO RETURN :PRESS...
  • Page 32 INSERTS To place insert sheets without printing in the 1-sided copy mode Make note of the numerical positions of originals INSERTS WITHOUT which are to follow blank insert sheets. In the example PRINTING to the left, these are positions 3 and 5. Place the originals face up in the document feeder tray.
  • Page 33 INSERTS Press key 2 on the 10-key pad. The following message will appear. INSERTS TO RETURN : PRESS PLEASE INPUT THE NUMBER OF ORIGINALS BY 10-KEY PAD AND THEN PRESS THE KEY. AUDIT CLEAR PRESS THE KEY FOR AUTO-COUNT. If you press the SCROLL DISPLAY key, the screen which was displayed before the current screen will appear.
  • Page 34 INSERTS Enter the remaining positions as in step 8 and then MATION press the PROGRAM key again to end the sequence. Enter page numbers in ascending order. PROGRAM To correct an entry error, press the SCROLL DISPLAY key. The following message will appear. CLEAR ALL INSERTS TO RETURN :PRESS...
  • Page 35 INSERTS To place insert sheets with printing in the 2-sided copy mode Separate the document into chapters and count the number of pages in each chapter. If a chapter of 1- sided originals contains an odd number of pages, make it even by adding a blank sheet at the end. Make note of the numerical positions of the original INSERTS WITH pages which are to be copied onto insert sheets.
  • Page 36 INSERTS COVERS AND INSERTS USE 10-KEY PAD TO SELECT COVERS / INSERTS MODE. COVERS INSERTS COVERS+INSERTS : PRESS 1 : PRESS 2 : PRESS 3 Press key 2 on the 10-key pad. The following message will appear. INSERTS TO RETURN : PRESS PLEASE INPUT THE NUMBER OF ORIGINALS BY 10-KEY PAD AND THEN PRESS THE KEY.
  • Page 37 INSERTS Use the 10-key pad to designate the first original position to be copied onto an insert sheet and then press the PROGRAM key. In this example, press key 5 PROGRAM and then the PROGRAM key. The entered number will be displayed on the bottom line of the message display.
  • Page 38 INSERTS To place insert sheets without printing in the 2-sided copy mode Separate the document into chapters and count the number of pages in each chapter. If a chapter of 1- sided originals contains an odd number of pages, make it even by adding a blank sheet at the end. Make note of the numerical positions of the pages INSERTS WITHOUT which are to follow blank insert sheets.
  • Page 39 INSERTS Press key 2 on the 10-key pad. The following message will appear. INSERTS TO RETURN : PRESS PLEASE INPUT THE NUMBER OF ORIGINALS BY 10-KEY PAD AND THEN PRESS THE KEY. AUDIT CLEAR PRESS THE KEY FOR AUTO-COUNT. If you press the SCROLL DISPLAY key, the screen which was displayed before the current screen will appear.
  • Page 40 INSERTS Enter the remaining positions as in step 9 and then MATION press the PROGRAM key again to end the sequence. Enter page numbers in ascending order. PROGRAM To correct an entry error, press the SCROLL DISPLAY key. The following message will appear. CLEAR ALL INSERTS TO RETURN :PRESS...
  • Page 41 INSERTS To place covers and insert sheets Make note of the numerical positions of the pages which are to be copied onto insert sheets or to follow blank insert sheets. Place the originals face up in the document feeder tray. Press the COVERS/INSERTS key.
  • Page 42 INSERTS Press key 3 on the 10-key pad. The following message will appear. INSERTS TO RETURN : PRESS PLEASE INPUT THE NUMBER OF ORIGINALS BY 10-KEY PAD AND THEN PRESS THE KEY. AUDIT CLEAR PRESS THE KEY FOR AUTO-COUNT. If you press the SCROLL DISPLAY key, the screen which was displayed before the current screen will appear.
  • Page 43 INSERTS Follow the steps for insert sheet placement. To place insert sheets with printing in the 1-sided copy mode, go to step 7 on page 28. To place insert sheets without printing in the 1-sided copy mode, go to step 7 on page 31. To place insert sheets with printing in the 2-sided copy mode, go to step 8 on page 34.
  • Page 44 INSERTS Examples of positions to be designated for insert sheets in the COVERS/INSERTS mode MODE INSERTS OUTPUT 1-sided copy mode Front cover with printing 3, 6 Insert sheets with printing Front cover without printing 3, 6 Insert sheets with printing Front cover with printing 3, 5 Insert sheets without printing...

  • Page 45: Transparency Film With Insert Sheets

    INSERTS TRANSPARENCY FILM WITH INSERT SHEETS When copying onto transparency film, insert sheets can be placed following each transparent sheet. The insert sheets can be processed blank or can be copied with the same image as the transparent sheets. This mode can be selected only in the 1-sided to 1-sided and 2- sided to 1-sided modes.

  • Page 46: Transparency Film With Insert Sheets

    INSERTS TRANSPARENCY FILM WITH INSERT SHEETS TRANSPARENCY INSERTS PRINT ON THE INSERT SHEETS? USE 10-KEY PAD TO SELECT. : PRESS 1 : PRESS 2 Press key 1 or key 2 on the 10-key pad. AUDIT CLEAR Load transparency film into the manual feed tray. Ensure that the desired tray is selected for insert INFORMATION ORIGINAL...

  • Page 47: Job Memory

    INSERTS JOB MEMORY Frequently used job programs can be stored in one of the 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, exposure adjustments, erase, margin shift, dual page copying, covers/ inserts, transparency inserts, tray select, and sort/staple sort...
  • Page 48 INSERTS JOB MEMORY Deleting a stored job program Follow steps 1 and 2 in “Storing a job program” on the previous page. (1. Press the PROGRAM key. 2. Press the 0 key.) Press key 2 on the 10-key pad. The following message will appear. AUDIT CLEAR TO DELETE A PROGRAM FROM THE STORAGE REGISTER: PRESS ANY KEY FROM 1 TO 9...

  • Page 49: Interrupt

    INSERTS INTERRUPT 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, covers/inserts, and transparency inserts cannot be selected during interrupt copying.

  • Page 50: Paper

    TRAY push it back firmly into place. The copy paper size for paper trays 1 to 3 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 51 PAPER Loading paper in paper trays 1 to 3 Gently lift and pull out the paper tray. Fan the copy paper and insert it into the tray. Each tray holds 500 sheets of paper. Maximum height line Do not load paper above the maximum height line. Push the paper tray firmly back into the copier.

  • Page 52: Adding Toner

    For best copying results, be sure to use 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 53 ADDING TONER 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 54: Storage Of Supplies

    STORAGE OF SUPPLIES For best copying results, be sure to use Standard SF-2052 supplies replaced by the user include copy only Sharp products. The package of paper, toner and staple cartridges for an optional staple sorter. Sharp toner has the Genuine Supplies label.

  • Page 55: Misfeed Removal

    MISFEED REMOVAL MISFEED REMOVAL If paper becomes accidentally torn during removal, When a misfeed occurs, the copier will stop. The message “A MISFEED HAS OCCURRED. be sure to remove all pieces. Be careful not to damage the photoconductive drum CLEAR INDICATED AREA. PRESS THE FOR RECOVERY INSTRUCTIONS.”...
  • Page 56 MISFEED REMOVAL Location A (A) Open the feeding roller cover and pull the original Feeding roller cover gently to the right and out from the document feeder tray. Be sure to open and close the document feeder cover to cancel the misfeed display. Location B (B) Open the exit roller cover and gently pull the original out.
  • Page 57 MISFEED REMOVAL Misfeed in a paper tray (trays 1 to 3) A MISFEED HAS OCCURRED. CLEAR INDICATED AREA. PRESS THE KEY FOR RECOVERY INSTRUCTIONS. Open the right front door. Open the paper guide at the right side of paper trays 1 Paper guide to 3 and remove any misfed paper.
  • Page 58 MISFEED REMOVAL Close the paper guide and gently push back the paper Paper guide tray. Close the right front door. Confirm that the misfeed display is cleared. A MISFEED HAS OCCURRED. Misfeed in the manual feed tray CLEAR INDICATED AREA. PRESS THE KEY FOR RECOVERY INSTRUCTIONS.
  • Page 59 MISFEED REMOVAL A MISFEED HAS OCCURRED. Misfeed in the paper feed area CLEAR INDICATED AREA. PRESS THE KEY FOR RECOVERY INSTRUCTIONS. Open the front doors. Pull out the duplex section. Duplex section Push the paper guide release button to open the paper Paper guide guide.
  • Page 60 MISFEED REMOVAL Close the paper guide and gently push back the duplex section. Close the front doors. Confirm that the misfeed display is cleared. A MISFEED HAS OCCURRED. Misfeed in the paper transport area CLEAR INDICATED AREA. PRESS THE KEY FOR RECOVERY INSTRUCTIONS.
  • Page 61 MISFEED REMOVAL Turn the transport lever to the right. Transport lever Turn the roller rotating knob in the direction of the arrow to remove the misfed paper. Photoconductive drum CAUTION Be careful not to damage the photoconductive drum or the corona wires.
  • Page 62 MISFEED REMOVAL A MISFEED HAS OCCURRED. Misfeed in the fusing and exit area CLEAR INDICATED AREA. PRESS THE KEY FOR RECOVERY INSTRUCTIONS. Open the front doors of the copier. Turn the roller rotating knob and remove the paper from the fusing area. Turn the knob in both directions to remove the misfed paper.
  • Page 63 MISFEED REMOVAL If the misfed paper is deep in the fusing unit, lift the fusing unit tab and remove any misfed paper. Fusing unit tab CAUTION The fusing unit is hot. Be sure to touch only the green tab or the green roller rotating knob.
  • Page 64 MISFEED REMOVAL Pull out the duplex section. Duplex section Remove the paper on the duplex tray. Open the paper guide under the duplex tray and remove the misfed paper. Paper guide...
  • Page 65 MISFEED REMOVAL Close the paper guide and push back the duplex section. Close the paper guide securely. Push back the duplex section securely into its original position. Close the front doors. Confirm that the misfeed display is cleared.

  • Page 66: Troubleshooting

    Power switch on? Turn the power switch on. Copier does not operate. Is the message “(REPLACE Toner collecting container is full. Contact your Sharp Service Centre. USED TONER CONTAINER.)” displayed? steadily lit in the copy 1. Check the covers, including those...
  • Page 67 Example Should the copier stop completely, and an alphanumeric code and the message “CALL FOR SERVICE. CODE: L4- ” appear, ask your key operator to contact your authorised Sharp Service Centre. KEY OPERATOR See page 128.

  • Page 68: Part Locations And Functions

    PART LOCATIONS AND FUNCTIONS Exterior q w e r t y u i o !0 !1 !4 !5 !6 !7 !8 !9 q Exit tray (sold separately in some regions) o Document glass Finished copies are deposited here. All originals which cannot be copied from the RADF must be copied here.

  • Page 69: Interior

    Holds 500 sheets of copy paper. Used toner is collected here. (Replacement of toner collecting container @0 Fusing unit should only be done by an authorised Sharp The fusing area is hot. Exercise care in this area. service technician.) @1 Transport lever Turn to open the transport section.

  • Page 70: Operation Panel

    PART LOCATIONS AND FUNCTIONS Operation Panel AUTO IMAGE TRANSPARENCY COVERS/ MARGIN ERASE DUAL PAGE INSERTS INSERTS SHIFT COPY READY TO COPY. SORTER ORIGINAL TO COPY REDUCTION ENLARGEMENT ORIGINAL 100% SORT (ORIGINALS) EVEN NUMBER COPY RATIO ZOOM ODD NUMBER 1 0 0 % AUTO PAPER STAPLE LCD contrast control...
  • Page 71 PART LOCATIONS AND FUNCTIONS !2 !3 SCROLL DISPLAY INFORMATION Inch system PROGRAM ORIGINAL CLEAR ALL 8 x 11 START 8 x 11R AUTO PAPER SELECT 1. 8 x 11 INTERRUPT 8 x 14 TRAY SELECT AUDIT CLEAR 3. 11 x 17 @5 INTERRUPT key and indicator (p.47) : Two-sided copies from two-sided originals.

  • Page 72: User Maintenance

    USER MAINTENANCE The document glass and RADF transport belt must be kept clean to avoid dirty areas from being copied onto the copies. Document glass and RADF transport belt Wipe the document glass and transport belt with a soft, clean cloth. If necessary, dampen the cloth with water.

  • Page 73: Maintenance Required

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

  • Page 74: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS COPIER Type Console Copy system Dry, electrostatic transfer system Originals Sheets, bound documents Original feed system Reversing automatic document feeder (RADF) Original size Max. A3 (11" x 17") Copy sizes Max. A3 (11" x 17"), min. A6 (5-1/2" x 8-1/2") Image void: Max.
  • Page 75 SPECIFICATIONS Copier dimensions 750 mm (W) x 660 mm (D) x 1365 mm (H) (29-17/32" (W) x 25-63/64" (D) x 53-3/4" (H)) Operating conditions Temperature: 15 C to 30 C (59 F to 86 F) Humidity: 20% to 85% Optional equipment 20-bin sorter (SF-S16) 20-bin staple sorter (SF-S53N) 20-bin staple sorter (SF-S55N)
  • Page 76 MEMO...

  • Page 77: Optional Equipment

    OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT CONTENTS Page SYSTEM CONFIGURATION ........ 76 20-BIN SORTER (SF-S16) ........77 Part names ........... 77 Using the sorter ........78 Sorter capacity ........79 Misfeed removal ........80 Specifications ......... 81 20-BIN STAPLE SORTER (SF-S53N)/ 20-BIN STAPLE SORTER (SF-S55N) ......82 Part names ...........

  • Page 78: System Configuration

    SYSTEM CONFIGURATION The options which are available for the SF-2052 are shown below. 20-bin sorter (SF-S16) Exit tray (Sold separately in some regions) Large capacity tray (SF-C52/SF-C52N) 20-bin staple sorter (SF-S53N) 20-bin staple sorter (SF-S55N) Card counter (SF-EA11) Auditor (SF-EA12)

  • Page 79: 20-Bin Sorter (Sf-S16)

    20-BIN SORTER (SF-S16) The SF-S16 20-Bin Sorter has two sorter modes for different copying jobs: one sorts copies into sets matching the sequence of the originals and the second groups copies from different originals into separate sort bins. The maximum allowable number of copies varies with the selected mode.

  • Page 80: Using The Sorter

    20-BIN SORTER (SF-S16) Using the sorter Press the SORTER key to select the desired mode. SORT GROUP (The STAPLE SORT mode cannot be selected for the SF- S16.) To cancel the mode, press the SORTER key until the SORT, STAPLE SORT, and GROUP indicators all go out. NON-SORT SORT (ORIGINALS)

  • Page 81: Sorter Capacity

    20-BIN SORTER (SF-S16) SORTER CAPACITY Top bin 100 sheets in the NON-SORT mode Sort bins Up to 50 per bin in the SORT mode Up to 30 per bin in the GROUP mode The limits for the number of originals which can be used and the number of copies that can be set for each paper size are as follows: Max.

  • Page 82: Misfeed Removal

    20-BIN SORTER (SF-S16) 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 INSTRUCTIONS. AREA. PRESS THE KEY FOR RECOVERY INSTRUCTIONS.” will appear with a display of paper misfeed locations.

  • Page 83: Specifications

    20-BIN SORTER (SF-S16) Specifications 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" x 8-1/2") Sort bins: Max. A3 (11" x 17") Min.

  • Page 84: 20-Bin Staple Sorter (Sf-S53N) 20-Bin Staple Sorter (Sf-S55N)

    20-BIN STAPLE SORTER (SF-S53N) 20-BIN STAPLE SORTER (SF-S55N) There are two sorter modes for different copying jobs: The SF-S55N 20-Bin Staple Sorter has the front one sorts copies into sets matching the sequence of access function. If the automatic front access the originals and the second groups copies from function has been enabled and A4 or 8-1/2"...

  • Page 85: Using A Staple Sorter

    20-BIN STAPLE SORTER (SF-S53N)/20-BIN STAPLE SORTER (SF-S55N) Using a staple sorter Press the SORTER key to select the desired mode. SORT GROUP To cancel the mode, press the SORTER key until the SORT, STAPLE SORT and GROUP indicators all go out. NON-SORT SORT (ORIGINALS)

  • Page 86: Sorter Capacities

    20-BIN STAPLE SORTER (SF-S53N)/20-BIN STAPLE SORTER (SF-S55N) SORTER CAPACITIES SF-S53N SF-S55N Non-sort bin Non-sort bin 250 sheets in the NON-SORT mode 250 sheets in the NON-SORT mode Sort bins Sort bins Sort Mode: Sort or Staple Sort Mode: Bin capacity Bin capacity Paper size Paper size...

  • Page 87: Staple Sort

    20-BIN STAPLE SORTER (SF-S53N)/20-BIN STAPLE SORTER (SF-S55N) Staple sort 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 88.
  • Page 88 20-BIN STAPLE SORTER (SF-S53N)/20-BIN STAPLE SORTER (SF-S55N) Using the document glass Set the original on the document glass with the corner Stapling location to be stapled to the upper right. Copy from the last page to the first page. If the number of copies to be delivered into each bin is more than 50 for A4, A4R or 8-1/2"...
  • Page 89 20-BIN STAPLE SORTER (SF-S55N) Stapling position adjustment (SF-S55N only) The SF-S55N 20-bin staple sorter has three types of stapling positions. Stapling positions on originals in front view Stapling positions on copies on the sort bins (Selections in the message display) CORNER TWO STAPLE ONE STAPLE...

  • Page 90: Manual Stapling

    20-BIN STAPLE SORTER (SF-S53N) Manual stapling To use the stapling feature only, without using the STAPLE SORT mode, follow the procedure below. SF-S53N 20-bin staple sorter Align the edges of the copies to be stapled. Place the set of copies into the bin below the non-sort Copies bin, making sure the edges are flush with the inner right corner, as shown in the figure.
  • Page 91 20-BIN STAPLE SORTER (SF-S55N) SF-S55N 20-bin staple sorter Stapling location Align the edges of the copies to be stapled. TWO STAPLE Copies Place the set of copies into the bin below the non-sort bin, making sure the edges are flush with the inner right corner, as shown in the figure.

  • Page 92: Staple Cartridge Replacement

    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 page 93. Staples for the staple sorter are available from your Sharp dealer.
  • Page 93 20-BIN STAPLE SORTER (SF-S55N) SF-S55N 20-bin staple sorter Open the front cover of the staple sorter. Squeeze the green lever of the grip and hold the grip to pull out the staple unit. Green lever Pull the empty staple box up and out to remove it. Do not remove the staple cartridge unless the message “ADD STAPLES.
  • Page 94 If it is not stapled, press the STAPLING START/STOP key again. If the stapler does not operate properly even after replacement, a staple may be jammed in it. See page 95. Staples for the staple sorter are available from your Sharp dealer.

  • Page 95: Staple Jam Removal

    20-BIN STAPLE SORTER (SF-S53N) Staple jam removal If staples become jammed in the stapler, “REMOVE THE STAPLER AND CHECK IT.” will be displayed. Remove the jammed staples in the manner described below. SF-S53N 20-bin staple sorter Turn off the copier and open the stapler cover. Loosen the screw securing the stapler unit.
  • Page 96 20-BIN STAPLE SORTER (SF-S53N) Use the tool attached to the inside of the stapler cover to remove jammed staples as shown. Return the green lever on the face of the stapler back Green release lever Green lever down into place. Return the green release lever on top of the stapler unit to its upright position.
  • Page 97 20-BIN STAPLE SORTER (SF-S55N) SF-S55N 20-bin staple sorter Open the front cover of the staple sorter. Squeeze the green lever of the grip and hold the grip to pull out the staple unit. Green lever Press the green button to unlock the stapler. Unlock the stopper to open the staple cover.
  • Page 98 20-BIN STAPLE SORTER (SF-S55N) Push down the metal tab to close the staple cover. Check that the staple cover is locked with the stopper. Gently push back the staple unit until it clicks. Close the front cover of the staple sorter. Following the stapling procedure on page 89, staple a copy to check that the stapler works properly.

  • Page 99: Misfeed Removal

    20-BIN STAPLE SORTER (SF-S53N) 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 INSTRUCTIONS.” INSTRUCTIONS.
  • Page 100 20-BIN STAPLE SORTER (SF-S55N) SF-S55N 20-bin staple sorter Open the front cover of the staple sorter. Lift the top paper guide and remove the misfed paper. Paper guide Open the paper guides above the staple unit to remove Paper guide the misfed paper.
  • Page 101 20-BIN STAPLE SORTER (SF-S55N) Close the front cover of the staple sorter. Confirm that the misfeed display is cleared. If the message indicating a misfeed is still displayed, remove any remaining misfed paper following the misfeed location indications. If any copy is misfed in a sort bin and difficult to remove, proceed to the next step.

  • Page 102: Specifications

    20-BIN STAPLE SORTER (SF-S53N)/20-BIN STAPLE SORTER (SF-S55N) Specifications SF-S53N No. of bins 21 (Non-sort bin + 20 sort bins) Bin capacity NON-SORT: 250 sheets for non-sort bin SORT/STAPLE SORT: 50 sheets (A4, A4R, and 8-1/2" x 11" (8-1/2" x 11", 8-1/2" x 11"R, and A4)) 25 sheets (B4 and A3 (8-1/2"...

  • Page 103: Large Capacity Tray (Sf-C52/Sf-C52N)

    LARGE CAPACITY TRAY (SF-C52/SF-C52N) The large capacity tray provides the convenience of increased paper capacity for this copier. This tray holds 3,000 sheets of A4 (8-1/2" x 11") sized paper. PART NAMES Paper tray release button Paper tray release button lamp Specifications Paper size A4 (8-1/2"...

  • Page 104: Loading Copy Paper

    LARGE CAPACITY TRAY (SF-C52/SF-C52N) Loading copy paper The large capacity tray will automatically lower when the tray runs out of paper. Press the release button on the large capacity tray. The release button lamp will blink while the feed table is lowering and will go out when the tray is ready to be opened.

  • Page 105: Misfeed Removal

    LARGE CAPACITY TRAY (SF-C52/SF-C52N) Misfeed removal The copier will stop when a misfeed occurs. A MISFEED HAS OCCURRED. CLEAR INDICATED AREA. The message “A MISFEED OCCURRED. CLEAR PRESS THE KEY FOR RECOVERY INDICATED AREA. PRESS THE KEY FOR RECOVERY INSTRUCTIONS. INSTRUCTIONS.”...
  • Page 106 LARGE CAPACITY TRAY (SF-C52/SF-C52N) Pull out the large capacity tray and remove the misfed paper. When pulling out the large capacity tray, be sure to pull it out after the release button lamp goes out. Gently push back the large capacity tray. Open the right front door of the copier and then close it to cancel the misfeed display.

  • Page 107: Key Operator'sguide

    The programs allow the key operator to tailor many functions of the SF-2052 for specific modes of operation. These programs can only be accessed after a key operator code number has been entered.

  • Page 108: 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.

  • Page 109: 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 110 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Program Page Code No. Program Name Function Erase Width Sets the amount of the erase area. Adjustment Initial Status Sets the copier’s initial settings in the ready Setting condition. Total Copy Count Recalls the total copy counts of the copier, document feeder, duplex section, and staple sorter.
  • Page 111 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Program Page Code No. Program Name Function Prohibiting of Prohibits the use of the manual feed tray during Manual Feed Tray duplex copying. in Duplex Copy Disabling Deletion Prevents stored programs from being replaced of Job Programs or deleted.

  • Page 112: Using The Key Operator Programs

    KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Using the key operator programs Press the clear ( ) key, the INTERRUPT key, and the AUDIT CLEAR clear key again. The following message will appear. INTERRUPT ENTER KEY OPERATOR CODE. ––––– Enter the key operator code number. The dashes in the message will change to asterisks.
  • Page 113 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS P10 Auditing Mode Program P10 is used to enable or disable the basic auditing mode of operation. 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 114 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS To reset all accounts Press key 1. To reset a single account 1. Press key 2. The following message will appear. P13: RESETTING ACCOUNT. INPUT ACCOUNT NUMBER TO BE RESET AND PRESS THE START KEY. ––––– 2. Enter the account number to be reset. 3.
  • Page 115 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS To delete accounts 1. Press key 2. The following message will appear. P14: ACCOUNT NUMBER CONTROL. DELETE ACCOUNT #: 1.ALL ACCOUNTS 2.INDIVIDUAL ACCOUNT 2. To delete all accounts, press key 1. (A message will appear to confirm the selection. Press key 1 to clear all accounts.
  • Page 116 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS To display all registered account numbers 1. Press key 4. The following message will appear. P14: ACCOUNT NUMBER CONTROL. ACCOUNT NUMBER DISPLAY (PAGE 1) TO SEE PAGE 2: PRESS THE KEY. 2. If you want to see the next display, press the SCROLL DISPLAY key.
  • Page 117 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS To cancel a limit 1. Press key 2. The following message will appear. P16: ACCOUNT LIMIT SETTING. CANCEL LIMITS: 1.ALL ACCOUNTS 2.INDIVIDUAL ACCOUNT 2. Press key 2 again. The following message will appear. P16: ACCOUNT LIMIT SETTING. ACCOUNT NUMBER.
  • Page 118 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS 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. 1.LIGHTEST 2.LIGHTER 3.NORMAL 4.DARKER 5.DARKEST Select the desired exposure level using the 10-key pad.
  • Page 119 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 120 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS P26 Initial Margin Shift Setting Set the initial margin shift value with this program. When P26 is entered, the following message will appear. For inch system machines, the P26: INITIAL MARGIN SHIFT SETTING. margin shift values are: SIDE 1 SIDE 2 AMOUNT PRESS...
  • Page 121 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 122 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS P31 Preheat Mode Setting Preheat mode is a function to control the power consumption by lowering the temperature of the fusing unit to a programmed level once a programmed length of time has elapsed without any copier operation after the last copy of a run is made or power is turned on.
  • Page 123 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS P44 Restrict Storage of Inserts in Job Program Memory Program P44 is used to prevent insert pages from being stored in job memory. When P44 is entered, the following message will appear. P44: RESTRICT STORAGE OF INSERTS IN JOB PROGRAM MEMORY.
  • Page 124 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS P47 Stream Feeding Mode Program P47 is used to enable the stream feeding mode of the document feeder. When the stream feeding mode is enabled, additional originals which are set in the document feeder tray within 5 seconds after the previous original was fed will be fed and copied automatically.
  • Page 125 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS P51 Auto Front Access Mode Setting Program P51 is used to enable or disable the automatic front access mode for each of the SORT, STAPLE SORT, and GROUP modes when an optional 20-bin staple sorter (SF-S55N) is installed. If this mode is enabled and A4 or 8-1/2"...
  • Page 126 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS P70 Disabling of Auto Paper Selection Program P70 is used to prevent automatic paper selection. When disabled, the copier will not automatically select a paper tray containing paper that matches the size of the originals placed in the document feeder or on the document glass.
  • Page 127 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS P73 Disabling Deletion of Job Programs Program P73 is used to prevent stored programs from being replaced or deleted. When P73 is entered, the following message will appear. P73: DISABLING DELETION OF JOB PROGRAMS. 1.YES 2.NO To prevent job programs stored in memory from being replaced or deleted, press key 1.
  • Page 128 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS P76 Disabling of Stapler Program P76 is used to enable or disable the stapler of an optional staple sorter. If the stapler malfunctions, it can be disabled to prevent further malfunction or possible damage to the stapler until it is serviced.
  • Page 129 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. P90: DISPLAY THE LIST OF ALL P CODES.

  • Page 130: 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...

  • Page 131: 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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