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Sharp AR-156 Operation Manual

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    MODEL AR-156 DIGITAL LASER COPIER OPERATION MANUAL • GETTING STARTED • MAKING COPIES • SPECIAL FUNCTIONS • SUPPLIES AND USER MAINTENANCE • COPIER TROUBLE? • APPENDIX • OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Page...
  • Page 2 FOR YOUR RECORDS ... To protect against loss or theft, record and retain for reference the copier’s serial number located on the back of the unit. Model Number Serial Number Date of Purchase Place of Purchase Authorized Sharp Copier Service Department Number...
  • Page 3 CONTENTS GETTING STARTED INTRODUCTION CAUTIONS MAIN FEATURES PART NAMES OPERATION PANEL COPIER INSTALLATION CAUTIONS ON HANDLING LOADING COPY PAPER MAKING COPIES NORMAL COPYING – Stream feeding mode EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT/PHOTO COPYING REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM BYPASS FEED (including special paper) SPECIAL FUNCTIONS DESCRIPTION OF SPECIAL FUNCTIONS...
  • Page 4 – Original table and original cover – Transfer charger – When copier is not in use COPIER TROUBLE? MISFEED REMOVAL – A Misfeed in the paper feed area – B Misfeed in the fusing area – C Misfeed in the transport area –...

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    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 familiarize yourself with this manual and the copier. For quick reference during copier use, keep this manual in a handy location.

  • Page 6: Cautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This Digital Copier is rated Class 1 and complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 of the CDRH standards. This means that the copier does not produce hazardous laser radiation.

  • Page 7: Main Features

    This copier is equipped with a 1-page memory buffer. This Memory allows the copier to scan an original once only and make up to 99 copies. This feature allows for improved workflow, reduced operating noise from the copier and reduced wear and tear on the scanning mechanism.

  • Page 8: Part Names

    PART NAMES Original table Operation panel Paper tray Front cover Toner cartridge lock release lever RSPF exit area Original guides Original cover Side cover Bypass tray Bypass tray guides Handle Side cover open button Power cord socket Power switch Toner cartridge Fusing unit Charger cleaner release lever...

  • Page 9: Operation Panel

    To use the copier as a printer, an optional PCL expansion kit is needed. Power save indicator Lights up when the copier is in a power save mode. (p. 20, 21) Tray select key Use to select a paper feed station (paper tray or bypass tray).

  • Page 10: 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.

  • Page 11: Cautions On Handling

    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 paper.
  • Page 13 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 (...

  • Page 14: Making Copies

    NORMAL COPYING This copier has two document input stations -reversing single pass feeder (RSPF) for automatic document feeding and an original table for manual handling of documents. The RSPF 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.
  • Page 15 The copier will enter a power save mode once the set time has elapsed without any copier operation after the last copy of a run is made or power is turned The settings of the power save modes can be modified. See page 21, USER PROGRAMS.
  • Page 16 NORMAL COPYING B. When using the original table: (1) Open the original cover. (2) Place an original face down on the original table. Align it with the original scale and the centering ( ) mark. Close the original cover. Original scale When copying a book or an original which has been folded or a crumpled original, press down the original cover lightly.
  • Page 17 D. When copying in the two-sided to one-sided mode: Use the original to copy key to select the two-sided to one-sided copying mode. The originals must have been set in the RSPF in step 3. Ensure that the desired paper tray is selected. Paper sizes that can be used in the duplex copy mode are letter, legal, and invoice.

  • Page 18: Stream Feeding Mode

    NORMAL COPYING When making two-sided copies from the original table, place the second original on the original table and press the print ( To cancel two-sided copying after scanning the first original, press the clear ) key. Stream feeding mode The stream feeding mode allows easy operation of continuous copying from the RSPF.

  • Page 19: Reduction/Enlargement/Zoom

    Set the number of copies using the copy quantity ( ) 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. Use the copy ratio selector key and/or zoom ( ratio.

  • Page 20: Bypass Feed (Including Special Paper)

    BYPASS FEED (including special paper) The bypass tray can automatically feed up to 50 sheets of standard copy paper and can also feed 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.
  • Page 21 BYPASS FEED Print face Press the tray select ( ) key to select the bypass tray. Set the number of copies if using standard copy paper. Press the print ( ) key.

  • Page 22: Special Functions

    ) key using the normal copying procedure. Auto clear (page 21) The copier returns to the initial settings a preset amount of time after the last copy is made. This preset amount of time (auto clear time) can be changed.

  • Page 23: User Programs (Power Save Modes, Auto Clear Time, Stream Feeding Mode)

    Press and hold down the exposure mode selector key for approximately 5 seconds. The manual ( ) indicator will go out and the photo ( The exposure indicator marked “5” will light up, indicating the standard toner mode is active. To enter the toner save mode, press the light ( The exposure indicator marked “1”...

  • Page 24: Displaying Total Number Of Copies

    Press the print ( the entered value will be stored. To change the setting or to set another mode, press the clear ( copier will return to step 2. Press the light ( DISPLAYING TOTAL NUMBER OF COPIES Use the following procedure to display the total number of copies.

  • Page 25: 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 26 TONER CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT Remove the toner cartridge from the bag. Hold the cartridge on both sides and shake it horizontally four or five 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.

  • Page 27: 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 28: Transfer Charger

    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 (four locations).

  • Page 29: Copier Trouble

    Return the required number of originals. Then this number will disappear when copying is resumed or the clear ( When the RSPF misfeeds an original sheet, the copier will stop and the RSPF misfeed ( ) indicator will blink, while the misfeed ( the RSPF, see “D Misfeed in the RSPF”...

  • Page 30: A Misfeed In The Paper Feed Area

    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.

  • Page 31: C Misfeed In The Transport Area

    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.

  • Page 32: D Misfeed In The Rspf

    MISFEED REMOVAL Rotate the feeding roller in the direction of the arrow and gently remove the misfed paper from the exit area. 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 ( When closing the covers, be sure to close the front cover securely and then close the side cover.
  • Page 33 With the RSPF, pull out the reversing tray to remove the misfed original. With the RSPF, after removing the misfed original from the exit area, be sure to insert the reversing tray into the exit area until it locks in place. (C) If the original does not move easily into the exit area remove it in the direction of the arrow while rotating the knob.

  • Page 34: Developer Required

    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.

  • Page 35: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING If any problem occurs, check the list below before contacting your SHARP service center. Problem Possible cause Copier plugged in? Power switch on? Copier does not Side cover closed operate. securely? Front cover closed? Is the original placed face...

  • Page 36: 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 Developer replacement...

  • Page 37: Automatic Exposure Adjustment

    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 RSPF respectively. When adjusting the automatic exposure level for copying from the RSPF, place an original in the document feeder tray and make sure that the RSPF ( ) indicator lights When adjusting the level for copying from the original table, make sure that no original is left in the document feeder tray.

  • Page 38: Appendix

    Fusing system Development system Light source Resolution Memory Digital laser copier, desk-top type Dry, electrostatic transfer Sheets, bound documents Max. 10" x 14" (5-1/2" x 8-1/2" to 10" x 14" for RSPF) 3-1/2" x 5-1/2" to 8-1/2" x 14" (Feed copy paper lengthwise only.) Image loss: Max.
  • Page 39 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. The performance specification figures indicated are nominal values of production units.

  • Page 40: Supplies

    Be sure to use only genuine SHARP parts and supplies. For best copying results, be sure to use only SHARP Genuine Supplies which are designed, engineered, and tested to maximize the life and performance of SHARP copiers. Look for the Genuine Supplies label on the toner package.
  • Page 41 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.

  • Page 42: Optional Equipment

    OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT SYSTEM CONFIGURATION A number of options are available for the copier which allow you to configure a copier system to meet your particular needs. The options include the following. GDI expansion kit (AR-PG1)* PCL expansion kit (AR-PB9)* * This option is not used for the copier operation.

  • Page 43: 250-Sheet Paper Feed Unit (Ar-De9)

    The method of loading copy paper for the paper tray of the paper feed unit is the same as for the paper tray in the copier. See page 10. The method of changing the copy paper size is also the same for the paper tray in the copier. See page 10.

  • Page 44: Specifications

    Weight Dimensions Power supply 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. The performance specification figures indicated are nominal values of production units. There may be some deviations from these values in individual units.

  • Page 45: Index

    Charger cleaner ....26 Copier trouble? ....27 Copying –...
  • Page 46 Specifications – copier ......36 – paper ......38 Status indicators .

  • Page 47: Material Safety Data Sheet

    (Country) U.S.A. Sharp Electronics Corporation Telephone number for information: 1-800-237-4277 Emergency telephone number: Canada Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd. Telephone number for information: 905-890-2100 Emergency telephone number: United Kingdom Sharp Electronics (U.K.) Ltd. Telephone number for information: 01923-474013 Section 3.
  • Page 48 Section 6. Physical Chemical Characteristics Boiling / Melting Point: Not applicable Vapor Pressure: Not applicable Vapor Density: Not applicable Evaporation Rate: Not applicable Appearance: Fine powder Odor: Odorless Section 7. Fire and Explosion Data Flash Point (Method Used): Ignition Temperature: Flammable Limits: Extinguishing Media: Special Fire Fighting Procedure:...
  • Page 49 (Country) U.S.A. Sharp Electronics Corporation Telephone number for information: 1-800-237-4277 Emergency telephone number: Canada Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd. Telephone number for information: 905-890-2100 Emergency telephone number: United Kingdom Sharp Electronics (U.K.) Ltd. Telephone number for information: 01923-474013 Section 3.
  • Page 50 Section 6. Physical Chemical Characteristics Boiling / Melting Point: Not applicable Vapor Pressure: Not applicable Vapor Density: Not applicable Evaporation Rate: Not applicable Appearance: Fine powder Odor: Odorless Section 7. Fire and Explosion Data Flash Point (Method Used): Ignition Temperature: Flammable Limits: Extinguishing Media: Special Fire Fighting Procedure:...
  • Page 51 Sharp. You should be aware, however, that Sharp does not itself extend any warranties, either express or implied, directly to you, the end-user, and no one is authorized to make any representations or warranties on behalf of Sharp.
  • Page 52 AR-156 SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135. www.sharp-usa.com SHARP CORPORATION PRINTED IN CHINA 2000M TINSE0464QSZZ...

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