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Sharp AR-215 Operation Manual

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MODEL
AR-215
DIGITAL LASER
COPIER/PRINTER
OPERATION MANUAL
• GETTING STARTED
• MAKING COPIES
• SPECIAL FUNCTIONS 1
• SPECIAL FUNCTIONS 2
• COPIER TROUBLE?
• GENERAL INFORMATION
• OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
• KEY OPERATOR'S
GUIDE
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  • Page 1 MODEL AR-215 DIGITAL LASER COPIER/PRINTER OPERATION MANUAL Page • GETTING STARTED • MAKING COPIES • SPECIAL FUNCTIONS 1 • SPECIAL FUNCTIONS 2 • COPIER TROUBLE? • GENERAL INFORMATION • OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT • KEY OPERATOR'S GUIDE...
  • Page 2 In some areas, the "POWER" switch positions are marked "I" and " " on the copier instead of "ON" and "OFF". If your copier is so marked, please read "I" for "ON" and " " for "OFF". Caution! For a complete electrical disconnection, pull out the main plug. The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

  • Page 3: Chapter 3 Special Functions

    OUTLINE OF THIS MANUAL GETTING STARTED This chapter describes the basic information on the use of this copier. MAKING COPIES This chapter describes the basic copying functions such as normal copying, reduction or enlargement, and exposure adjustments. SPECIAL FUNCTIONS 1 This chapter describes special copying functions including various image editing functions.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Page CHAPTER 1 GETTING STARTED INTRODUCTION ......... . . 6 CAUTIONS .
  • Page 5 CONTENTS Page CHAPTER 5 COPIER TROUBLE? STATUS MESSAGES ........68 MISFEED REMOVAL .
  • Page 6 CONTENTS Page CHAPTER 8 KEY OPERATOR'S GUIDE REGISTERING THE KEY OPERATOR CODE NUMBER ..120 LIST OF KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS ..... . 123 USING THE KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS .
  • Page 7 CHAPTER 1 GETTING STARTED This chapter describes the basic information on the use of this copier. Page INTRODUCTION ........6 CAUTIONS .

  • Page 8: Introduction

    The descriptions and the illustrations in this manual are mainly for the copier without any option installed. No part of these manuals may be reproduced in any form without permission from Sharp Corporation. We reserve the right to change the contents of these manuals without notice for purposes of improvement.

  • Page 9: Conventions Used In This Manual

    INTRODUCTION Conventions used in this manual WARNING: Warns the user that injury may result if the contents of the warning are not properly followed. CAUTION: Cautions the user that damage to the copier or one of its components may result if the contents of the caution are not properly followed.

  • Page 10: Cautions

    CAUTIONS Follow the cautions below when using this copier. WARNING: 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. CAUTION: The socket-outlet should be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. Place the copier on a firm, level surface.

  • Page 11: Copier Installation

    COPIER INSTALLATION Improper installation may damage the copier. Please note the following during initial installation and whenever the copier is moved. CAUTION: If the copier is moved from a cool place to a warm place, condensation may form inside the copier.

  • Page 12: Main Features

    MAIN FEATURES High-speed laser copying First-copy time at 600 dpi is only 4.8 seconds (except when recovering from a power save mode or immediately after power on). Copying speed is 21 copies/min. at 600 dpi, which lends itself for business use, providing improvement in working efficiency.
  • Page 13 Preheat and auto power shut-off modes are provided to reduce power consumption when the machine is not in active use, and meet the ENERGY STAR guidelines. ® As an NERGY Partner, SHARP has determined ® that this product meets the NERGY guidelines for energy efficiency.

  • Page 14: Part Names And Functions

    PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS Exterior Platen cover (optional) (p. 24) Paper tray (p. 80) Place an original on the platen glass and close Holds 500 sheets of copy paper. the platen cover before copying starts. Upper exit area cover (p. 75) Platen glass (p.

  • Page 15: Interior

    PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS Interior Toner cartridge lock release lever (p. 84) Use to unlock the toner cartridge. Accessories Operation manual Toner cartridge (p. 84) (Digital Laser Copier/Printer)..1 Contains toner. Operation manual (Multi Access) ..1 Roller rotating knob (p.

  • Page 16: Operation Panel

    PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS Operation panel The indications of the operation panel may differ depending on the country and the region. COPY key and indicator (p. 77, 86) Copy quantity display Press to select the COPY mode. Displays the specified copy quantity during Press and hold during standby or during warm- standby and displays the copy countdown as up to display the total output count and the...
  • Page 17 PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS AB system Ready to copy. AUTO 100% AUTO Inch system Ready to copy. 8 11 AUTO 100% 8 11 AUTO AUTO IMAGE key (p. 32) PROGRAM (P)/READ-END key (p. 51, 59) Press for automatic copy ratio selection. Press to select the job memory mode.

  • Page 18: Power On And Off

    POWER ON AND OFF The power switch is located on the left side of the copier. Power on Turn the power switch to the "ON" position. Power on When the power switch is turned to the "ON" position, the message "System check." will appear in the message display and warm-up will start.

  • Page 19: Initial Settings

    POWER ON AND OFF Initial settings The copier assumes the initial settings when it is first turned on, when the CLEAR ALL (CA) key is pressed, or a preset time (auto clear time) after the last copy is made in any mode. The initial settings that appear in the display are shown below.

  • Page 20: Function Icons

    FUNCTION ICONS The following function icons will be indicated on the setting screen of each copier function. 2-sided copy mode: Erase* : One-sided to two-sided Edge erase copying Two-sided to two-sided copying Centre erase Two-sided to one-sided copying Edge + Centre erase Output mode* : Dual page copy: Sort mode...

  • Page 21: Function Review

    FUNCTION REVIEW The current settings of copier functions that have been selected can be viewed in the display. The XY ZOOM and TRANSPARENCY functions cannot be viewed on the function review screen. Press the JOB STATUS key. The review screen will appear. Use the keys to select a function.

  • Page 22: Auditing Accounts

    AUDITING ACCOUNTS If this copier has been programmed in the auditing mode, it will not perform copier functions until an assigned 5-digit account number has been entered. 5 KEY OPERATOR See page 137 for setting the auditing mode. How to copy in the auditing mode If the copier has been programmed in the auditing mode, the following message will appear in the display in place of the normal initial conditions display.
  • Page 23 AUDITING ACCOUNTS When copying is completed, press the AUDIT CLEAR (ACC.#-C) key. NOTE: If an unassigned number is entered, "Enter your account number." will appear again in the display, indicating that the number was not accepted. When the key operator program for account number security has been set and unassigned numbers are entered three successive times, the copier will not accept another number for one minute, and the following message will appear.
  • Page 24 AUDITING ACCOUNTS...

  • Page 25: Making Copies

    CHAPTER 2 MAKING COPIES This chapter describes the basic copying functions such as normal copying, reduction or enlargement, and exposure adjustments. Page NORMAL COPYING ........24 TWO-SIDED COPYING.

  • Page 26: Normal Copying

    NORMAL COPYING The basic copying procedure is described below. Image loss (max. 4 mm (5/32")) can occur at the leading and trailing edges of the copies. Also image loss (max. 3 mm (1/8")) can occur along the other edges of the copies. NOTE: If the copier has been programmed in the auditing mode, enter a 5-digit account number.
  • Page 27 NORMAL COPYING Ensure that the desired paper tray is selected. Ready to copy. AUTO 100% 100% AUTO Set the number of copies using the numeric keys. A single copy can be made even when "0" is displayed. Press the CLEAR (C) key to clear an entry if a mistake is made. Press the START ( ) key.

  • Page 28: Two-Sided Copying

    TWO-SIDED COPYING Two-sided copies can be made by manually placing originals on the platen glass as described in the procedure below. Fully automatic two-sided copies can be made from one-sided originals if either an optional single pass feeder (SPF) or an optional reversing single pass feeder (RSPF) is installed. See page 97.
  • Page 29 TWO-SIDED COPYING Use the keys to select one-sided to two-sided copying. Also the 2-SIDED COPY key can be used to select a 2-sided copy mode. Use the key to select binding change if desired. Then, press the OK key. COPY MODE 1 to 1 1 to 2 BINDING CHANGE...
  • Page 30 TWO-SIDED COPYING Place the second original face down on the platen glass and press the START ( ) key again. To stop a copy run during two-sided copying, press the CLEAR (C) key. To cancel the 2-sided copy mode, press the 2-SIDED COPY key, select the one-sided to one-sided mode, and press the OK key.

  • Page 31: Exposure Adjustment

    EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT This copier has four exposure modes to choose from: AUTO, TEXT, TEXT/PHOTO, and PHOTO. Auto This is the standard initial setting for this copier. In this mode, the characteristics of an original being copied are "read" by the exposure system, and exposure adjustments are made automatically. This optimizes the contrast of the copied images by reducing the effect of coloured or shaded background areas.
  • Page 32 EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT Use the keys to adjust the copy density as desired. Copy density cannot be adjusted manually in the AUTO exposure mode. EXPOSURE AUTO AUTO TEXT TEXT/PHOTO Press the OK key. To return to the AUTO mode, press the EXPOSURE key, use the key to select "AUTO", and press the OK key.

  • Page 33: Reduction/Enlargement/Zoom

    REDUCTION/ ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM Reduction and enlargement ratios can be selected either automatically with the AUTO IMAGE key or manually with the COPY RATIO key. The zoom function enables precise copy ratio selection from 50% to 400% in 1% increments. The allowable copy ratio range is limited to the following conditions: Options Copy ratio range When the SPF or RSPF is being used.
  • Page 34 REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM Press the AUTO IMAGE key. The copy ratio will be automatically set. If the original and the selected copy paper are not in the same orientation, the image will be automatically rotated to match the copy paper. However, if enlargement is selected for copying onto a paper size larger than A4 (8-1/2"...

  • Page 35: Manual Selection

    REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM Manual selection Place an original on the platen glass and close the platen cover. Press the COPY RATIO key. The copy ratio adjustment screen will appear. COPY RATIO AUTO 115% 100% 100% ZOOM Use the keys to select a preset copy ratio or use the keys to select a zoom ratio.
  • Page 36 REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM Press the OK key. The display will return to the basic screen. Ensure that the desired paper tray is selected. If the auto paper select function has been enabled, the appropriate copy paper size will have been automatically selected based on the original size and the selected copy ratio. If the auto paper select function has been disabled or if copying onto a different size paper, use the PAPER SELECT key to select the paper feed station with the desired paper size.

  • Page 37: Bypass Feed (Special Paper)

    Special papers except SHARP recommended transparency film, labels, and envelopes must be fed one sheet at a time through the bypass tray. Up to 40 sheets of SHARP recommended transparency film and labels can be set at one time. Up to 5 envelopes can be set at one time.
  • Page 38 BYPASS FEED (special paper) Set the paper guides to the copy paper width. Insert the copy paper (print face down) all the way into the bypass tray. For the number of sheets which can be loaded into the tray, see the previous page. When adding paper, first remove any paper remaining in the tray, combine it with the paper to be added and then reload as a single stack.
  • Page 39 BYPASS FEED (special paper) Set the number of copies and press the START ( ) key. NOTE: The bypass tray can be used to copy onto the two sides of paper manually. When copying the second original, be sure to turn over the copy of the first original left to right and place it into the bypass tray as shown in the illustration.

  • Page 40: Interrupting A Copy Run

    INTERRUPTING A COPY RUN INTERRUPT is used to interrupt a long copy run so that another job can be done. Two-sided and 2 in 1/ 4 in 1 copying jobs cannot be interrupted. Two-sided copying, sort, group, staple sort, job programs and 2 in 1/ 4 in 1 cannot be selected for interrupt copying.
  • Page 41 INTERRUPTING A COPY RUN When all INTERRUPT copies are finished, press the INTERRUPT ( key again to cancel the INTERRUPT mode, and remove the original used for interrupt copying. All settings for the interrupted job will be automatically restored. Replace the original(s) for the interrupted job and press the START ) key to resume copying.
  • Page 42 INTERRUPTING A COPY RUN...

  • Page 43: Special Functions 1

    CHAPTER 3 SPECIAL FUNCTIONS 1 This chapter describes special copying functions including various image editing functions. Page DUAL PAGE COPY........42 B/W REVERSE .

  • Page 44: Dual Page Copy

    DUAL PAGE COPY The DUAL PAGE COPY feature produces individual copies of two documents placed side by side on the platen glass. It is especially useful when copying books and other bound documents. Original Copy This feature can be used in the one-sided to two-sided copying mode. This feature cannot be used with the 2 in 1 / 4 in 1, centre erase, edge+centre erase, enlargement or staple sort features.
  • Page 45 DUAL PAGE COPY Use the keys to select "DUAL PAGE COPY" and press the OK key. SPECIAL MODES DUAL PAGE COPY XY ZOOM B/W REVERSE [OK]:OFF ON A check mark will appear to the left of "DUAL PAGE COPY", and the display will return to the basic screen.

  • Page 46: B/W Reverse

    B/W REVERSE The B/W REVERSE feature is used to reverse black and white areas. Original Copy When the B/W REVERSE feature is selected, the exposure mode will be automatically set to the TEXT mode. Other exposure modes cannot be selected. Even if this feature is cancelled, the TEXT mode will not automatically be cancelled.
  • Page 47 B/W REVERSE Make all other desired copier selections and press the START ( key. To cancel the B/W reverse feature, highlight "B/W REVERSE" with a check mark on the SPECIAL MODES screen and press the OK key.

  • Page 48: Xy Zoom

    XY ZOOM The XY ZOOM feature allows the horizontal and vertical copy ratios to be changed independently. Example: Reduction only in the horizontal direction Original Copy This feature cannot be used with the 2 in 1 or 4 in 1 feature. 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.
  • Page 49 XY ZOOM Use the keys to select "XY ZOOM" and press the OK key. The setting screen for XY ZOOM will appear. The copy ratio in the horizontal direction will be highlighted. XY ZOOM 115% ZOOM 100% X: 100% Y: 100% [ ]:X Y Use the , , , and...
  • Page 50 XY ZOOM Press the OK key. The display will return to the basic screen. Ready to copy. AUTO X115% Y 99% AUTO Ensure that the desired paper tray is selected. If the auto paper select function has been enabled, the appropriate copy paper size will have been automatically selected based on the original size and the selected copy ratios.

  • Page 51: Transparency

    TRANSPARENCY The TRANSPARENCY feature is used to copy onto transparency film. When copying onto transparency film, use this feature to obtain better copy quality. When this feature is selected, the bypass tray will be automatically selected and "TRANSPARENCY" will appear in the paper size display.
  • Page 52 TRANSPARENCY Load transparency film into the bypass tray. Load transparency film one sheet at a time in the portrait orientation. Make all other desired copier selections and press the START ( key. To cancel the transparency feature, highlight "TRANSPARENCY" with a check mark on the SPECIAL MODES screen and press the OK key.

  • Page 53: Job Memory

    JOB MEMORY Nine frequently used job programs can be stored in each of nine storage registers. This is convenient for quick job recall without losing time manually reprogramming each aspect of a job. The following functions cannot be stored in the job memory: copy quantity, original size, document station (platen glass or document feeder tray), paper size, interrupt, extra image adjustment If any function which has been stored in a job program is modified by a key operator program, the key operator settings will supersede the previous setting.

  • Page 54: Deleting A Job Program

    JOB MEMORY Select a program number from 1 to 9 using the numeric keys. A screen indicating that the settings have been stored will appear and then the display will return to the basic screen. The numbers with a check mark are program numbers which already contain job programs.

  • Page 55: Recalling A Job Program

    JOB MEMORY Select a program number from 1 to 9 using the numeric keys. The numbers with a check mark are program numbers which contain job programs. If a checked number is entered, the message "Delete job program?" will appear to confirm the selection to delete the program.
  • Page 56 JOB MEMORY Select a program number from 1 to 9 using the numeric keys. The numbers with a check mark are program numbers which contain job programs. If a checked number is entered, the settings for that job program will be recalled and the display will return to the basic screen.

  • Page 57: Special Functions 2

    CHAPTER 4 SPECIAL FUNCTIONS 2 This chapter describes the functions that can be used when the optional dual function board (AR-EB6) is installed. Page ROTATION COPYING........56 SORT/GROUP.

  • Page 58: Rotation Copying

    ROTATION COPYING If rotation of original image is enabled using a key operator program, the image of the original will rotate when the orientation of the original does not match that of the copy paper. Rotation copying will function only if the auto paper select mode or the auto image mode has been selected. Even if rotation of original image is disabled using a key operator program, rotation copying will function when the 2 in 1 or 4 in 1 function is selected.

  • Page 59: Sort/Group

    SORT/GROUP The copier has two sorter modes for different copying jobs: one sorts copies into sets matching the sequence of the originals and the second groups copies by originals. Sort mode Sets of copies will be sequentially delivered to the centre tray. Group mode Multiple copies of each original will be grouped in the centre tray.
  • Page 60 SORT/GROUP Press the OUTPUT key. The output mode selection screen will appear. SORT NO SORT SORT GROUP Use the keys to select the desired output mode and press the OK key. Also the OUTPUT key can be used to select an output mode. Make all other desired copier selections and press the START ( key.
  • Page 61 SORT/GROUP After all originals have been scanned, press the READ-END key. Copying will start. If the memory becomes full of scanned original image data, a warning message will appear. Press the START ( ) key to start copying the data in memory or the CLEAR ALL (CA) key to cancel copying.

  • Page 62: Margin Shift

    MARGIN SHIFT The MARGIN SHIFT feature, in its initial setting, automatically shifts the text or image to increase the margin by approximately 10 mm (1/2"). Increased Original Copy Original Copy Original Copy margin Increased margin Increased margin The location of the margin to be increased can be selected at the left edge, the right edge or the top edge of the page.
  • Page 63 MARGIN SHIFT Press the OK key. The setting screen for MARGIN SHIFT will appear. MARGIN SHIFT DOWN RIGHT ----- mm(5~20) Use the keys to select the shift direction and the keys to select the shift amount. Select the shift direction from DOWN, RIGHT, and LEFT. Select the shift amount from 5 mm, 10 mm, 15 mm, and 20 mm (1/4", 1/2", 3/4", and 1").

  • Page 64: Erase

    ERASE This copier has an edge erase mode and a centre erase mode. Centre erase Edge + Centre erase Edge erase Edge erase can be used to eliminate shadow lines around the edges of copies which appear when thick paper or a book is used as an original. Centre erase can be used to eliminate the shadow produced by the bindings of bound documents.
  • Page 65 ERASE Use the keys to select the desired erase mode. Select "EDGE", "CENTRE" or "EDGE + CENTRE". Use the keys to adjust the amount of erase if needed. Press the OK key. The display will return to the basic screen. Make all other desired copier selections and press the START ( key.

  • Page 66: In 1 Or 4 In 1

    2 IN 1 OR 4 IN 1 The 2 in 1 or 4 in 1 feature is used to copy 2 or 4 originals, collectively in a specified order, onto one sheet. 2 in 1 copying Pattern Pattern Pattern Pattern 4 in 1 copying Pattern Pattern...
  • Page 67 2 IN 1 OR 4 IN 1 Press the SPECIAL FUNCTION key. Then press the OK key. The SPECIAL MODES screen will appear. SPECIAL MODES MARGIN SHIFT ERASE DUAL PAGE COPY [OK]:ADJUST Use the keys to select "2in1/4in1" and press the OK key. The selection screen for 2 in 1 / 4 in 1 will appear.
  • Page 68 2 IN 1 OR 4 IN 1 Use the keys to select a type of border line. Select the solid line, broken line or no border line. 2in1 PATTERN 1 BORDER Press the OK key. The display will return to the basic screen. Make all other desired copier selections and press the START ( key.

  • Page 69: Copier Trouble

    CHAPTER 5 COPIER TROUBLE? This chapter describes how to remove misfed paper and how to remedy minor problems. Page STATUS MESSAGES ........68 MISFEED REMOVAL .

  • Page 70: Status Messages

    If any of the following messages appears in the display, carry out the prescribed remedy. Message Remedy (Maintenance icon) Service by an authorised SHARP service technician will be required soon. Contact your service centre as soon as possible. Maintenance required (This message will be displayed if the information key is soon.

  • Page 71: Misfeed Removal

    MISFEED REMOVAL When a misfeed occurs, the copier will stop and the display colour will change from green to orange. The message "Clear paper path." will appear in the display along with an illustration showing paper misfeed locations. If paper becomes accidentally torn during removal, be sure to remove all pieces. Be careful not to damage the photoconductive drum.

  • Page 72: Misfeed In The Copier

    MISFEED REMOVAL Misfeed in the copier Check the misfeed location. Remove the misfed paper following the instructions for each location in the illustration below. If paper is misfed here, proceed to “B. Misfeed in the fusing area”. If the misfed paper is seen from this side, proceed to “C.
  • Page 73 MISFEED REMOVAL Carefully remove the misfed paper. Turn the roller rotating knob in the direction of the arrow to assist in removing it. Roller rotating knob WARNING: The fusing unit is hot. Take care in removing paper. CAUTION: Do not touch the photoconductive drum (green portion) when removing the misfed paper. Doing so may damage the drum and cause smudges on copies.
  • Page 74 MISFEED REMOVAL Turn the roller rotating knob in the direction of the arrow. Roller rotating knob Carefully remove the misfed paper. Lower the fusing unit release levers to allow easier removal. After removal, return the release levers to their operating positions. Fusing unit release levers WARNING: The fusing unit is hot.

  • Page 75: Misfeed In The Centre Tray

    MISFEED REMOVAL C. Misfeed in the transport area Open the bypass tray and the side cover. Use the green tabs on either side of the paper guide to rotate the guide open and remove the misfed paper. WARNING: The fusing unit is hot. Take care in removing paper. Close the side cover.

  • Page 76: Misfeed In The Paper Tray

    MISFEED REMOVAL Misfeed in the paper tray Before opening the paper tray, be sure to open the bypass tray and the side cover and then perform steps 1 to 3 described in the "A. Misfeed in the paper feed area" section. Pull out the paper tray and remove the misfed paper.

  • Page 77: Misfeed In The Upper Exit Area

    MISFEED REMOVAL Misfeed in the upper exit area If an optional job separator tray kit or an optional finisher is installed, a misfeed may occur in the upper exit area. Open the upper exit area cover. Gently pull the misfed paper out. Close the upper exit area cover.

  • Page 78: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Always check the message display whenever the copier stops during an operation or operation is not possible. Messages in the display will give you easy-to-follow directions. For other troubles not described by messages, check the chart below. Problem Solution Copier does not operate.
  • Page 79 CAUTION: Be sure to use only genuine SHARP parts and supplies. Please contact your SHARP service centre immediately if a problem persists after checking the above.
  • Page 80 TROUBLESHOOTING...

  • Page 81: General Information

    CHAPTER 6 GENERAL INFORMATION This chapter describes general information about the use of the copier and the loading of paper and toner. Page PAPER..........80 Types and sizes of copy paper .

  • Page 82: Paper

    To save space, this copier has been designed with adjustable front-loading trays, which are easily opened for paper loading. For best results, use only SHARP recommended paper. The message "TRAY<✻>: Add paper." will be displayed when there is no copy paper in the selected paper feed station.
  • Page 83 PAPER Move the left guide to the appropriate slot as marked on the tray. When using 11" x 17" copy paper, store the left guide in the slot at the left front of the paper tray. Fan the copy paper and insert it into the tray. Maximum height line Set the paper along the guides.

  • Page 84: Changing The Copy Paper Size In The Tray

    PAPER Changing the copy paper size in the tray Paper size setting can only be done while the machine is not operating and the COPY mode has been selected. Press the SPECIAL FUNCTION key. The SPECIAL FUNCTION screen will appear. SPECIAL FUNCTION SPECIAL MODES ORIG.
  • Page 85 PAPER Press the OK key. A confirmation message for paper size setting will appear. Press the OK key. The specified paper size will be registered and the display will return to the basic screen.

  • Page 86: Toner Cartridge Replacement

    This can take up to 2 minutes after which the START ( ) key indicator will light up. Press the START ( ) key to resume copying. For best copying results, be sure to use only SHARP products. The package of SHARP toner has the Genuine Supplies label.
  • Page 87 TONER CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT Remove the new toner cartridge from the bag. Grasp the cartridge on both sides and shake it horizontally approximately 20 times. After shaking the cartridge, remove the tape. NOTE: Grasp the grip when holding the cartridge. Do not hold the cartridge by the shutter. Be sure to only shake the cartridge before the tape is removed.

  • Page 88: Checking The Toner Quantity And Total Output Count

    CHECKING THE TONER QUANTITY AND TOTAL OUTPUT COUNT The approximate quantity of toner remaining and the total output count can be displayed by the procedure below. The total count value displayed is the output count in the copy, print, and fax modes including the output count by the self-print function of the printer and facsimile features.

  • Page 89: Cleaning The Platen Glass And Platen Cover

    CLEANING THE PLATEN GLASS AND PLATEN COVER Proper care is essential for clean, sharp copies. Please take a few minutes to regularly clean your copier. Stains or dirt on the platen glass or platen cover will also be copied. Wipe the platen glass and platen cover with a soft, clean cloth.

  • Page 90: Cleaning The Bypass Tray Paper Feed Roller

    CLEANING THE BYPASS TRAY PAPER FEED ROLLER If misfeeds occur frequently when feeding postcards, envelopes, thick paper, etc. through the bypass tray, wipe the paper feed roller at the feed slot of the bypass tray with a soft, clean cloth dampened with alcohol or water.

  • Page 91: Display Contrast Adjustment

    DISPLAY CONTRAST ADJUSTMENT The contrast of the display can be adjusted as below. Press the SPECIAL FUNCTION key. The SPECIAL FUNCTION screen will appear. SPECIAL FUNCTION SPECIAL MODES ORIG. SIZE ENTER PAPER SIZE SET DISPLAY CONTRAST Use the keys to select "DISPLAY CONTRAST" and press the OK key.

  • Page 92: Storage Of Supplies

    Standard supplies for this copier that are to be replaced by the user are copy paper, toner cartridge, and staple cartridge for the optional finisher (AR-FN5N). For best copying results, be sure to use only SHARP products. Only genuine SHARP consumables carry the Genuine Supplies label.

  • Page 93: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS AR-215 Type Desktop Copy system Dry, electrostatic transfer Originals Sheets, bound documents Original sizes Max. A3 (11" x 17") Copy sizes Max. A3 (11" x 17"), Min. A6 (5-1/2" x 8-1/2") Image loss: Max.4 mm ( 5/32") (leading and trailing edges), Max. 3 mm (1/8") (along other edges)
  • Page 94 Some options may not be available in some countries. NOTE: 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 and there may be some...

  • Page 95: Optional Equipment

    CHAPTER 7 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT This chapter describes operating instructions for the Single Pass Feeder (AR-SP4N), the Reversing Single Pass Feeder (AR-RP3N), the Finisher (AR-FN5N), the 500-Sheet Paper Feed Unit (AR-D11N), and the 2 x 500-Sheet Paper Feed Unit (AR-D12N). Page SYSTEM CONFIGURATION.

  • Page 96: System Configuration

    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. Single pass feeder (AR-SP4N) Reversing single pass feeder (AR-RP3N) Platen cover (AR-VR3) Finisher (AR-FN5N) 500-sheet paper feed unit (AR-D11N) 2x500-sheet paper feed unit (AR-D12N)

  • Page 97: Single Pass Feeder (Ar-Sp4N)/ Reversing Single Pass Feeder (Ar-Rp3N)

    SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR- SP4N)/REVERSING SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-RP3N) The single pass feeder (SPF) and the reversing single pass feeder (RSPF) can automatically feed multi-page documents. If the RSPF is installed, two-sided originals can be copied automatically without having to manually turn them over.

  • Page 98: Specifications

    (22-61/64" (W) x 17-1/8" (D) x 5-1/4" (H)) NOTE: 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 and there may be some deviations from these values in individual units.

  • Page 99: Using The Spf Or The Rspf

    SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-SP4N)/REVERSING SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-RP3N) Stream feeding mode If the stream feeding mode has been enabled using a key operator program, the message "Set originals for stream feeding." will appear for approximately 5 seconds after feeding of all originals is completed.
  • Page 100 SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-SP4N)/REVERSING SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-RP3N) Ensure that the one-sided to one-sided copying mode is selected. Ready to copy. AUTO 100% AUTO When no icon indicating a 2-sided copy mode is displayed, the one-sided to one-sided copying mode is selected. Set the number of copies and press the START ( ) key.
  • Page 101 SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-SP4N)/REVERSING SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-RP3N) Press the 2-SIDED COPY key. The 2-sided copy mode selection screen will appear. COPY MODE 1 to 1 1 to 2 2 to 2 Use the keys to select one-sided to two-sided copying. Also the 2-SIDED COPY key can be used to select a 2-sided copy mode.
  • Page 102 SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-SP4N)/REVERSING SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-RP3N) Two-sided copies from two-sided originals To copy in the two-sided to two-sided copy mode, an RSPF must be installed. Paper sizes that can be used in the 2-sided copy mode are A5, B5, B5R, A4, and A4R (8-1/2" x 11" and 8-1/2"...
  • Page 103 SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-SP4N)/REVERSING SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-RP3N) Set the number of copies and press the START ( ) key. Be sure not to touch the originals as they move on the reversing tray. This may cause misfeeds. One-sided copies from two-sided originals To copy in the two-sided to one-sided copy mode, an RSPF must be installed.
  • Page 104 SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-SP4N)/REVERSING SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-RP3N) Use the keys to select two-sided to one-sided copying. COPY MODE 1 to 2 to 2 2 to 1 BINDING CHANGE Use the key to select binding change if desired. Then, press the OK key.

  • Page 105: Misfeed Removal

    SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-SP4N)/REVERSING SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-RP3N) Misfeed removal If an original misfeed occurs in the SPF or RSPF, the copier will stop and the message "Clear paper path." will appear. Remove the misfed originals. Location A Open the feeding roller cover and pull the misfed original gently to the left and out from the document feeder tray.
  • Page 106 SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-SP4N)/REVERSING SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-RP3N) If a small original such as A5 (5-1/2" x 8-1/2") original has misfed or an original has misfed in the reversing tray (when an RSPF is installed), open the right side cover and gently remove the misfed original.

  • Page 107: Finisher (Ar-Fn5N)

    FINISHER (AR-FN5N) The copier has two different finisher modes: one sorts copies into sets matching the sequence of the originals and the second groups copies by original. When an optional finisher (AR-FN5N) is installed, the copier can automatically staple the sorted copies. Each collated set of copies or group of copies can be stacked offset from the previous set.

  • Page 108: Specifications

    (22-11/64" (W) x 17-17/32" (D) x 4-17/64" (H)) NOTE: 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 and there may be some deviations from these values in individual units.

  • Page 109: Finisher Functions

    FINISHER (AR-FN5N) Finisher functions When the finisher is installed, the following four output modes can be selected: sort, staple sort, group, and non-sort. Press the OUTPUT key, use the keys (or the OUTPUT key) to select the desired output mode, and then press the OK key.

  • Page 110: Using The Platen Glass

    FINISHER (AR-FN5N) Staple sort In the staple sort mode, B5, A4, A4R, B4, and A3 (8-1/2" x 11", 8-1/2" x 11"R, 8-1/2" x 13", 8-1/2" x 14", and 11" x 17") size copies can be stapled. NOTE: Different size originals cannot be copied onto copy paper of their respective sizes in the staple sort mode.
  • Page 111 FINISHER (AR-FN5N) Use the keys to select "STAPLE SORT" and press the OK key. Also the OUTPUT key can be used to select an output mode. Set the number of copies and press the START ( ) key. Replace the scanned original with the next original and press the START ( ) key after it lights up.
  • Page 112 FINISHER (AR-FN5N) Using the SPF or the RSPF Set the originals in the document feeder tray. Stapling position If the number of copies in one set is more than 30, the copies will not be stapled. If the orientation of the originals does not match that of the copy paper, the images of the originals will be rotated.

  • Page 113: Staple Cartridge Replacement

    FINISHER (AR-FN5N) Set the number of copies and press the START ( ) key. When copying of a set is completed, the copies will be automatically stapled and delivered to the offset tray. Staple cartridge replacement When the message "Add staples." appears, replace the staple cartridge as follows: Open the stapler cover.

  • Page 114: Staple Jam Removal

    FINISHER (AR-FN5N) Insert the new staple cartridge into the box until it clicks into place. Insert the new cartridge by aligning the arrows on the cartridge with those on the box. Check that the cartridge locks in place by pulling it slightly. A cartridge holds 3,000 staples.
  • Page 115 FINISHER (AR-FN5N) Grasp the green portion of the staple box and remove the staple box from the stapler. Raise the lever at the end of the staple box and remove the jammed staples. Return the lever to its original position. Insert the staple box into the stapler unit until it clicks into place.

  • Page 116: Misfeed Removal

    FINISHER (AR-FN5N) Misfeed removal The copier will stop when a misfeed occurs. The message "Clear paper path." will appear along with a display of paper misfeed locations. When a misfeed is indicated for the finisher, follow the procedure below. Pull the handle of the stapler compiler cover and open the cover. Remove any misfed paper from the transport area.
  • Page 117 FINISHER (AR-FN5N) Close the stapler compiler cover. If the offset tray is being used, remove any misfed paper from the offset tray. If the top tray is being used, open the top cover, remove any misfed paper, and close the top cover. Confirm that the misfeed display has been cleared.

  • Page 118: 500-Sheet Paper Feed Unit (Ar-D11N)/ 2X500-Sheet Paper Feed Unit (Ar-D12N)

    Drawn from the copier NOTE: 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 and there may be some...

  • Page 119: Loading Copy Paper

    500-SHEET PAPER FEED UNIT (AR-D11N)/2x500-SHEET PAPER FEED UNIT (AR-D12N) Loading copy paper The method of loading copy paper for these paper feed units is the same as for the paper trays in the copier. See page 80. Changing the copy paper size in the tray The method of changing the copy paper size is the same as for the paper trays in the copier.
  • Page 120 500-SHEET PAPER FEED UNIT (AR-D11N)/2x500-SHEET PAPER FEED UNIT (AR-D12N) If the misfed paper is not seen in step 1, pull out the paper tray which was in use. Remove any misfed paper. Close the paper tray. Close the side cover. Confirm that the misfeed display has been cleared.

  • Page 121: Guide

    CHAPTER 8 KEY OPERATOR'S GUIDE This chapter contains information about all programs for use by the key operator. The programs allow the key operator to tailor many functions of this copier for specific modes of operation. These programs can only be accessed after a key operator code number has been entered.

  • Page 122: Registering The Key Operator Code Number

    REGISTERING THE KEY OPERATOR CODE NUMBER A key operator code number must be registered before any 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. Press the SPECIAL FUNCTION key.
  • Page 123 REGISTERING THE KEY OPERATOR CODE NUMBER Press the OK key. The FUNCTION SETTING screen will appear with KEY OP. # CHANGE highlighted. Press the OK key. Choose a new 5-digit code number and enter it using the numeric keys. Press the OK key. The code number will change from the previous to the new setting.
  • Page 124 REGISTERING THE KEY OPERATOR CODE NUMBER To continue with other key operator programs, use the keys to select another program. To select a program of another category, press the BACK key and select the desired category. To exit the key operator program mode, press the CLEAR ALL (CA) key.

  • Page 125: List Of Key Operator Programs

    LIST OF 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. Category Program Name Function Page Function setting Key Operator Number Changes the key operator code number.
  • Page 126 LIST OF KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Category Program Name Function Page Timer setting Auto Power Off Sets a time interval after which the copier enters the auto power shut-off mode. Auto Clear Sets a time interval after which the copier returns to the initial settings.
  • Page 127 LIST OF KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Category Program Name Function Page Account control Auditing Mode Enables or disables the basic auditing mode, which controls access to copier. Copies per Account Displays the total number of copies made against account numbers. Reset Account Resets all audit accounts or selectively resets individual accounts.

  • Page 128: Using The Key Operator Programs

    USING THE KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Press the SPECIAL FUNCTION key. The SPECIAL FUNCTION screen will appear. SPECIAL FUNCTION SPECIAL MODES ORIG. SIZE ENTER PAPER SIZE SET DISPLAY CONTRAST Use the keys to select "KEY OPERATOR PRG." and press the OK key. The following display will appear.
  • Page 129 USING THE KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Use the keys to select the desired category and press the OK key. Example: To see the number of copies per account, select "ACCOUNT CONTROL". Use the keys to select the desired program and press the OK key.

  • Page 130: Key Operator Programs

    KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Function setting The programs of this category are used to adjust various settings of copier functions. These programs can be selected by using the keys to highlight "FUNCTION SETTING", pressing the OK key, highlighting the desired program, and then pressing the OK key. Key Operator Number Change See page 120, REGISTERING THE KEY OPERATOR CODE NUMBER.

  • Page 131: Stream Feeding

    KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Erase Adjust Set the initial setting of the amount of the erase area with this program. When "ERASE ADJUST" is selected and the OK key is pressed, the following display will appear. This program can be used only if an optional dual function board is installed. ERASE ADJUST ERASE ADJUST 4 mm...

  • Page 132: Output Trays

    KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Sort Auto Select If this program is set, the default output mode for copying from an SPF or RSPF is the sort mode. If this program is cancelled, the default output mode will be the non-sort mode. This program can be used only if an optional dual function board is installed.

  • Page 133: Toner Save Mode

    KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Memory for Printer This copier has a memory for storing data of scanned originals. If a dual function board is installed, part of this memory will be used for storing print data. This program is used to set the percentage of the memory used for the printer feature.

  • Page 134: Timer Setting

    KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Timer setting The programs of this category are used to set the timers for some functions. These programs can be selected by using the keys to highlight "TIMER SETTING", pressing the OK key, highlighting the desired program, and then pressing the OK key. Auto Power Off The auto power shut-off mode is a function to turn off the power to the fuser automatically once a programmed length of time has elapsed without any copier operation after the last copy of a run is...
  • Page 135 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Preheat Mode Preheat mode functions to reduce 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. The preheat mode will help lower the user's electricity bill, reduce waste of natural resources, and cut down on environmental pollution.

  • Page 136: Enable/Disable

    KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Enable/disable The programs of this category are used to enable or disable some functions. These programs can be set or cancelled by using the keys to highlight "ENABLE/DISABLE", pressing the OK key, highlighting the desired program, and then pressing the OK key. Disable Auto Paper Selection This program is used to prevent automatic paper selection.
  • Page 137 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Disable SPF/RSPF This program is used to prevent the use of an SPF or RSPF when it malfunctions. To prohibit use of the SPF or RSPF, highlight "DISABLE SPF/RSPF" and press the OK key to display a check mark in the check box. To enable use of the SPF or RSPF, select this program and press the OK key again to clear the check mark in the check box.
  • Page 138 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Disable Auto Power Shut-off The auto power shut-off mode is used to turn off the power to the fuser automatically 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 139: Account Control

    KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Account control The programs of this category are used to set the internal auditor functions. These programs can be selected by using the keys to highlight "ACCOUNT CONTROL", pressing the OK key, highlighting the desired program, and then pressing the OK key. Auditing Mode This program is used to enable or disable the basic auditing mode.

  • Page 140: Account Number Control

    KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Reset Account This program is used to reset all audit accounts or to selectively reset individual accounts. When "RESET ACCOUNT" is selected and the OK key is pressed, the following display will appear. RESET ACCOUNT RESET 1 ACC. RESET ALL ACC.

  • Page 141: Account Number Security

    KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS To delete accounts Use the keys to select "DELETE" and press the OK key. To delete all accounts, use the keys to select "DELETE ALL ACC." and press the OK key. A message will appear to confirm the selection. Use the keys to select "YES"...

  • Page 142: Other Program

    KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Other program Total Count This program can be selected by using the keys after the key operator program mode is entered. This program is used to display the total counts, including counts of the copier, SPF or RSPF, duplex module, and stapler.
  • Page 143 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS...

  • Page 144: Index

    INDEX 2 in 1 ....... . 64 Edge erase ......62 2x500-sheet paper feed unit .
  • Page 145 INDEX Names Single pass feeder (SPF)....95 – operation panel ..... . 14 Sort .
  • Page 146 LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE KLASS 1 LASERAPPARAT CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1...

  • Page 147: Key Operator Code Number: Factory Setting

    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.
  • Page 152 AR-215 SHARP CORPORATION PRINTED IN CHINA Printed on 100% post-consumer recycled paper ➀ 2003B TINSE0903QSZZ...

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