The Paper Misfeeds - Sharp MX-3114N Operation Manual

PROBLEMS RELATED TO PAPER FEEDING AND
OUTPUT
Problem
The original misfeeds
(automatic document
feeder).

The paper misfeeds.

Point to check
Is too much paper loaded in document
feeder tray?
Is the original a long original?
Is the original on thin paper?
Is the feed roller dirty?
Is a torn piece of paper remaining in the
machine?
Is too much paper loaded in the tray?
Are multiple sheets feeding at once?
Are you using paper that is not within
the specifications?
Has the paper in the tray absorbed
moisture?
Are the bypass tray guides adjusted to
the width of the paper?
Is the bypass tray extension pulled out?
Is the bypass feed roller dirty?
Make sure that the stack of paper in the tray is not
higher than the indicator line.
When using the automatic document feeder to scan
a long original, set the scan size to [Long Size].
(Note that long originals cannot be copied using the
copy function.)
Use the document glass to scan the original.
If you need to use the automatic document feeder, use
slow scan mode in the special modes to scan the
original.
Clean the surface of the original feed roller.
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1. BEFORE USING THE MACHINE
"MAINTENANCE" (page 1-49)
Make sure all paper is removed.
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REMOVING MISFEEDS
Make sure that the stack of paper in the tray is not
higher than the indicator line.
Fan the paper well before loading it.
Use SHARP-recommended paper.
Using paper that is not supported may result in
misfeeds, creases, or smudges.
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"SUPPLIES" in the Start Guide
For paper that is prohibited or not recommended, see
"USEABLE PAPER" (page 1-28) in "1. BEFORE USING
THE MACHINE".
If you will not be using paper in a tray for a long time,
remove the paper from the tray and store it in a bag in a
dark and dry location.
Adjust the bypass tray guides to the width of the
paper.
When loading a large size of paper, pull out the
extension.
Clean the surface of the bypass feed roller.
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1. BEFORE USING THE MACHINE
"MAINTENANCE" (page 1-49)
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Solution
(page 8-8)
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