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Sharp AR-162S Operation Manual

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MODEL
AR-162S
DIGITAL LASER COPIER
OPERATION MANUAL
• GETTING STARTED
• MAKING COPIES
• STATUS INDICATORS
• GENERAL INFORMATION
• OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
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  • Page 1 MODEL AR-162S DIGITAL LASER COPIER OPERATION MANUAL • GETTING STARTED • MAKING COPIES • STATUS INDICATORS • GENERAL INFORMATION • OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Page...

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    When moving the copier, be sure to turn the power switch off and remove the power cord from the outlet. Do not cover the copier with a dust cover, cloth or plastic film while the power is on. Doing so may prevent heat dissipation, damaging the copier.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    USER MAINTENANCE ......44 COPIER TROUBLE? ......46 SUPPLIES .

  • Page 4: Introduction

    This copier has been designed to provide convenient copying features in a minimum amount of office space and with maximum operational ease. To get full use of all copier features, be sure to familiarize yourself with this manual and the copier.

  • Page 5: Main Features

    Preheat and auto power shut-off modes are provided to reduce power consumption in standby mode and meet the Energy Star Guidelines. As an NERGY NERGY ® Partner, SHARP has determined that this product meets the ® guidelines for energy efficiency.

  • Page 6: Part Names And Functions

    Use to move the copier. Power switch Press to turn copier power on and off. Operation panel All copier controls are located here for easy operation. Paper output tray Finished copies are deposited in the paper output tray. Front cover Open to remove misfeeds and for copier servicing.
  • Page 7 Toner cartridge lock release lever Use to unlock the toner cartridge. Toner cartridge Contains toner. Photoconductive drum Copy images are formed on the photoconductive drum. Roller rotating knob Turn to remove misfed paper. PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS Fusing unit release levers Lower to remove misfed paper.

  • Page 8: Operation Panel

    : Paper required indicator (p.10) : Misfeed indicator (p.30) POWER SAVE indicator (p. 42) Lights up when the copier is in a power save mode. SPF indicator (p. 55) Lights up when originals are set in the optional SPF. Output tray full indicator Indicates copies must be removed from the paper output tray.
  • Page 9 Use to make individual copies of two originals placed side by side on the original table. Initial settings The copier assumes the initial settings when it is first turned on, when the CLEAR ALL ( proximately one minute* after the last copy is made in any mode.

  • Page 10: Copier Installation

    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. Leave the copier at room temperature for at least 2 hours before use.

  • Page 11: 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. Store spare toner cartridges in a cool dry place without removing from the package before use.

  • Page 12: Loading Copy Paper

    LOADING COPY PAPER To save space, this copier has been designed with an adjustable front-loading tray, which is easily opened for paper loading. For best results, use only SHARP recommended paper. (See page 49.) The paper required ( ) indicator will light up when there is no copy paper in the selected paper feed station, or when the paper tray is not installed or is improperly installed.
  • Page 13 Load copy paper into the tray. Place the appropriate label to indicate the selected paper size into the recess on the right front side of the paper tray. Push the paper tray firmly back into the copier.
  • Page 14 LOADING COPY PAPER To set the selected paper size, press the PAPER SIZE ENTER key. The selected paper feed location indicator will blink and the corresponding paper size (which is currently set) indicator will light up steadily. All other indicators except the START key indicator will go out.

  • Page 15: Auditing Accounts

    AUDITING ACCOUNTS If this copier has been programmed in the auditing mode, it will not function until an assigned 3-digit account number has been entered. See page 38 for setting the auditing mode. If the copier has been programmed in the auditing mode, “–––” will appear in the copy quantity display in the initial conditions.

  • Page 16: Normal Copying

    NORMAL COPYING Power on Turn the power switch on. It will take about 35 seconds for the copier to warm up. However, you can make desired settings and press the START key during warm-up. Copying will start after warm-up. If the copier has been programmed in the auditing mode, the START key indicator will not light up and “–––...
  • Page 17 For manual copy density adjustment, press the AUTO/MANUAL/ PHOTO key to select MANUAL and adjust with the light ( dark ( ) keys as desired. For photographs, select PHOTO and then adjust with the light ( and dark ( ) keys as desired. There are 5 exposure steps indicated by 3 indicator lights.

  • Page 18: Reduction/Enlargement/Zoom

    REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM Reduction and enlargement ratios can be selected either automatically with the AUTO IMAGE key or manually with the PRESET RATIO selector ( ) keys and/or the zoom ( ) keys. The zoom function enables precise copy ratio selection from 50% to 200% in 1% increments. Automatic Place the original on the original table and close the platen cover.
  • Page 19 REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM Manual Place the original on the original table and close the platen cover. Use the PRESET RATIO selector ( zoom ( ) keys to select the desired copy ratio. To select a preset reduction or enlargement copy ratio, press the key repeatedly until the indicator for the desired copy ratio is lit.

  • Page 20: Bypass Feed (Special Paper)

    BYPASS FEED (special paper) The bypass tray is used to copy onto transparency film, labels, and other special purpose papers. Up to 100 sheets of standard copy paper can be set in the bypass tray. For special purpose papers, the original image must be smaller than the paper or media for copying.
  • Page 21 BYPASS FEED (special paper) Press the TRAY SELECT key to select the bypass tray. Leave the copy quantity at 0 if using special papers. Set the number of copies if using standard copy paper or envelopes. Press the START key.

  • Page 22: Two-Sided Copying

    TWO-SIDED COPYING Two-sided copies can be made on this copier using the bypass tray. Place the first original on the original table and make a copy. The first copy can be made using any of the paper feed stations. Replace the first original with the second original and close the platen cover.

  • Page 23: Xy Zoom

    XY ZOOM Original Copy The XY ZOOM feature allows the horizontal and vertical copy ratios to be changed independently. To use the XY ZOOM feature with the DUAL PAGE COPY feature, set the DUAL PAGE COPY feature first and then the XY ZOOM feature. (Enlargement cannot be set.) Place the original on the original table and close the platen cover.
  • Page 24 XY ZOOM Use the PRESET RATIO selector ( ) keys to change the copy ratio in the horizontal direction in a similar manner as for the vertical direction. Press the copy ratio display ( The selected ratio for the horizontal direction will be entered and the display will change to the copy quantity display.

  • Page 25: B/W Reverse

    Place the original on the original table and close the platen cover. Press the B/W REVERSE key. Check the copy paper size. If desired, the bypass tray can be selected by pressing the TRAY SELECT key. Make all other desired copier selections and press the START key.

  • Page 26: Dual Page Copy

    DUAL PAGE COPY Original Copy The DUAL PAGE COPY feature produces individual copies of two documents placed side by side on the original table. It is especially useful when copying books and other bound documents. If the AUTO IMAGE feature has been selected, this feature cannot be selected.

  • Page 27: Interrupting A Copy Run

    Press the INTERRUPT key. The copier will return to the initial settings. If this copier has been programmed in the auditing mode using user program No. 10, “––– ” will appear in the copy quantity display. Enter your account number using the numeric keys. The number of copies of the interrupt copying will be accumulated against this account number.

  • Page 28: 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 optional SPF respectively. To set the level for the optional SPF, place an original in the document feeder tray and make sure that the SPF indicator lights up before proceeding to step 1.

  • Page 29: Toner Save Mode

    TONER SAVE MODE This mode reduces toner consumption by approximately 10% in the automatic and manual exposure modes. Copies will be lighter but still adequate for general use. Selection of this mode does not affect the PHOTO mode. Follow the procedure below for setting the toning level. Press the AUTO/MANUAL/PHOTO key to select the MANUAL mode.

  • Page 30: Toner Cartridge Replacement

    During a long copy run of a dark original, the indicator may blink and the copier stop, even though toner is left. The copier will feed toner up to 2 minutes and then the START key indicator will light up. Press the START key to restart copying.

  • Page 31: Toner Cartridge Life

    (toner is not sufficiently fed). In this case, open and close the side cover. The copier will feed toner again approximately 2 minutes and then copying can be restarted.

  • Page 32: Misfeed Removal

    MISFEED REMOVAL The copier will stop when a misfeed occurs. The misfeed ) indicator will blink, and blinking red misfeed location indicators will indicate the approximate misfeed location. If paper is accidentally torn during removal, be sure to remove all pieces.
  • Page 33 If the misfed paper is seen from this side, proceed to “C. Misfeed in the transport area”. If paper is misfed here, proceed to “A. Misfeed in the paper feed area”. Roller rotating knob Check the misfeed location. Remove the misfed paper following the instructions for each location in the illustration below.
  • Page 34 MISFEED REMOVAL Roller rotating knob Fusing unit release levers Turn the roller rotating knob in the direction of the arrow. Carefully remove the misfed paper. Lower the fusing unit release levers to allow easier removal. Return the release levers to their operating positions. The fusing unit is hot.
  • Page 35 Close the side cover by pressing the handle on the cover. The misfeed ( ) indicator will go out. Misfeed in the paper tray Before opening the paper tray, be sure to open the bypass tray, lift slightly on the side cover and slide the cover out until it stops, and then perform steps 1 to 3 described in the “A.

  • Page 36: Developer Required

    DEVELOPER REPLACEMENT SHOULD ONLY BE DONE BY AN AUTHORIZED SHARP SERVICE TECHNICIAN. Contact your service center as soon as possible. MAINTENANCE REQUIRED When the indicator lights up, service by an authorized SHARP service technician is required. Contact your service center as soon as possible.

  • Page 37: User Programs

    Number of copies per account Resetting account * This program does not affect the copier functions unless certain optional equipment is installed. Description Sets the auto clear time. The copier returns to the initial settings when the auto clear time elapses after the last copy is made.

  • Page 38: Setting The User Programs

    The selected program number will blink in the copy quantity display. If a mistake is made in steps 2 to 4, press the CLEAR ( copier will return to step 2. The program numbers are shown in the table below.
  • Page 39 Program name Parameters Auto clear time Preheat mode Auto power shut-off timer Stream feeding mode Auto power shut-off setting Factory default settings are indicated with an asterisk (*). Select the desired parameter using the numeric keys. The entered parameter number will blink on the right side of the copy quantity display.

  • Page 40: Settings For Auditing Accounts

    To continue with other user programs, press the and enter another program number. To exit the user program mode, press the light ( key. The copier will Enter a 3-digit account number using the numeric keys. Any 3-digit number except “000” can be registered as an account number.
  • Page 41 If no account number has been registered, “12E” will appear in the copy quantity display. Press the key. The copier will return to step 2 on page Program No. 13: Account number deletion Program No. 13 is used to delete accounts. When program No. 13 is entered, “0”...
  • Page 42 If no account number has been registered, “14E” will appear in the copy quantity display. Press the key. The copier will return to step 2 on page Use the copy ratio display ( number.
  • Page 43 If no account number has been registered, “15E” will appear in the copy quantity display. Press the key. The copier will return to step 2 on page To reset an individual account, press the 0 key. To reset all accounts, press key 1.

  • Page 44: Power Save Modes

    The power switch will automatically be turned to the “OFF” position.
  • Page 45 POWER SAVE MODES Setting the power save modes The time that elapses before the copier enters a power save mode after any operation is made can be set manually. This time is set with user program No. 2 for the preheat mode and user program No. 3 for the auto power shut-off mode.

  • Page 46: User Maintenance

    USER MAINTENANCE Proper care is essential for clean, sharp copies. Please take a few minutes to regularly clean your copier. Paper feed roller Original table and platen cover Stains or dirt on the original table or platen cover will also be copied. Wipe the original table and platen cover with a soft, clean cloth.
  • Page 47 Transfer charger cleaning 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 bypass tray. Lift slightly on the side cover and slide the cover out until it stops. Gently lift and pull out the paper tray and take the Charger charger cleaner out by holding the tab.

  • Page 48: Copier Trouble

    Paper properly installed? Paper misfeeds frequently. Pieces of paper inside copier? Paper curled or damp? Solution Plug the copier into a grounded outlet. See page 8. Turn the power switch ON. See page 14. See pages 14 and 26. Place the original face down on the original table.
  • Page 49 Solution Clean regularly. See page 44. Use a clean original. indicator on? Developer is required. Contact your SHARP service center as soon as possible. See page 34. indicator on? Maintenance is required. Contact your SHARP service center as soon as possible. See page 34.
  • Page 50 Connect the copier to a power outlet which is not used for other electric appliances. Be sure to use only genuine SHARP parts and supplies. Please contact your SHARP service center immediately if a problem persists after checking the above. Self-diagnostic function An automatic self-diagnostic function is built into the copier.

  • Page 51: Supplies

    These will cause physical damage to the copier. For best results, use only paper recommended by SHARP. Special papers except envelopes must be fed one sheet at a time through the bypass tray. Up to 10 envelopes can be set at one time.

  • Page 52: Genuine Supplies Statement

    SUPPLIES Genuine supplies statement Standard supplies for this copier that are to be replaced by the user are copy paper and toner cartridge. 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.

  • Page 53: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Type Copy system Originals Original sizes Copy sizes Copying speed (at 100% copy ratio) Continuous copy First-copy time Warm-up time Copy ratio Exposure system Copy paper feed Fusing system Developer system Light source Resolution Gradation Power supply Power consumption Desktop Dry, electrostatic transfer Sheets, bound documents...

  • Page 54: Optional Equipment

    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 55 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT CONTENTS SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-SP2) ..... . 54 Part names ........54 Specifications .

  • Page 56: Single Pass Feeder (Ar-Sp2)

    22-61/64" (W) x 17-1/8" (D) x 5-5/32" (H) (583 mm (W) x 435 mm (D) x 131 mm (H)) 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 57: Using The Spf

    Using the SPF Be sure to remove any staples or paper clips from the originals. Damaged or crumpled originals may misfeed in the SPF. It is recommended that these originals be copied from the original table. Before placing curled or wavy originals into the document feeder tray, be sure to flatten them.

  • Page 58: Misfeed Removal

    Location B Right side cover Location C Roller If an original misfeed occurs in the SPF, the copier will stop and the red indicator which indicates an original misfeed will blink. Open the feeding roller cover and pull the original gently to the left and out from the document feeder tray.
  • Page 59 – bypass tray ....... . . 30 – in the copier ....... . 30 –...
  • Page 60 – copier ........51...

  • Page 61: Material Safety Data Sheet

    In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with water for 15 minutes. (Name and Telephone Number) Sharp Electronics Corporation Telephone number for information: 1-800-237-4277 Emergency telephone number: Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd. Telephone number for information: 905-890-2100 Emergency telephone number: Sharp Electronics (U.K.) Ltd. Telephone number for information: 01923-474013 CAS No.
  • Page 62 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 63 In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with water for 15 minutes. (Name and Telephone Number) Sharp Electronics Corporation Telephone number for information: 1-800-237-4277 Emergency telephone number: Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd. Telephone number for information: 905-890-2100 Emergency telephone number: Sharp Electronics (U.K.) Ltd. Telephone number for information: 01923-474013 CAS No.
  • Page 64 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 65 MEMO...
  • Page 66 MEMO...
  • Page 67 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 68 AR-162S SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135. www.sharp-usa.com SHARP CORPORATION PRINTED IN CHINA 2002B TINSE0744QSZZ...

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