Sharp MX 4501N - Color Laser - All-in-One Installation Manual

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: May 15 2006
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MX-3500N/4500N, MX-3501N/4501N (Main unit). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
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Stand/2x500 sheet paper drawer) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
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MX-TRX2 (Exit tray unit) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
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MX-LCX1 (Large capacity tray) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
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MX-FNX1 (Finisher) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
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MX-PNX1A/B/C/D (Punch module (For Inner Finisher)) . . . . . . . . . 6-1
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MX-RBX1, MX-FNX2 (Paper pass unit, Saddle stitch finisher) . . . . 7-1
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AR-PN1A/B/C/D (Punch module (For Saddle stitch finisher)). . . . . 8-1
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MX-FRX2, MX-FRX2U (Data security kit) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1
[10] MX-PKX1 (PS3 expansion kit) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
[11] AR-PF1 (Barcode font kit) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-1
[12] MX-AMX1 (Application integration module) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1
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[14] MX-FXX1 (Facsimile expansion kit) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-1
[15] MX-FWX1 (Internet Fax expansion kit) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-1
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INSTALLATION MANUAL
DIGITAL FULL COLOR
MULTIFUNCTIONAL SYSTEM
MX-3500N/4500N
MX-3501N/4501N
MODEL
CONTENTS
SHARP CORPORATION
CODE: 00ZMX3500NI1E
This document has been published to be used
for after sales service only.
The contents are subject to change without notice.

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    " are important for maintaining the safety of the set. Be sure to replace these parts with specified ones for maintaining the safety and performance of the set. This document has been published to be used SHARP CORPORATION for after sales service only. The contents are subject to change without notice.
  • Page 2: Configuration

    : May 15 2006 Service Manual MX3500N CONFIGURATION 1. Configuration A. Lineup (Main unit and option) 10. Staple cartridge 7. Finisher (Approx. 5000 x 3) (MX-FNX1) (MX-SCX1) PCL5c/PCL6 Network PCL5c/PCL6 Network scanner scanner driver driver (Sharpdesk 1 license) (Sharpdesk 1 license) RSPF DSPF 8.
  • Page 3 : May 15 2006 B. Machine configuration MX-3500N/MX-4500N MX-3501N/MX-4501N Copier memory (Local memory) (MB) Printer memory (System memory) (MB) Copier GDI printer PCL printer PS printer OP*1 EFI printer Main body LCD MONOCHROME HVGA 8.9" OP*2 Scanner Filing RSPF – DSPF –...
  • Page 4 Service Manual MX3500N [1] MX-3500N/4500N, MX-3501N/4501N 1. Installing (use) conditions (4) Safety Be sure to properly ground the machine. Before installing the machine, check that the following installing (5) Power plug (use) conditions are satisfied. Check the form of the power plug. If the shape does not match, do If the installing (use) conditions are not satisfied, the machine may not use it.
  • Page 5: Transit And Delivery

    A. Implements, facility, and manpower (2) Dust If dust enters the machine, it may cause dirty copy and a paper It is recommendable to use a forklift for bringing in the machine for jam, resulting in a shortened lifetime. safety. If no forklift is available, man-power of four persons is required.
  • Page 6 D. Check the parts packed together Check that all the parts are in the package. DSPF MODEL ONLY Parts name Quantity Waste toner bottle unit Operation manual Operation manual pocket 4. Installation <Note before installation> * When connecting the main unit with the optional one-tier paper feed desk (MX-DEX3) or two-tier paper feed desk (MX-DEX4), first unpack and install the one-tier paper feed desk (MX-DEX3) or two-tier paper feed desk (MX-DEX4);...
  • Page 7 C. Primary transfer and transfer belt protection (2) Scanner (2/3 mirror unit) lock release sheet disassembly/cleaning roller pressing Remove the optical unit fixing screw, and remove the note label. Open the front cover. Check that the lock is released as shown in (A). B.
  • Page 8: Mx-3500N/4500N, Mx-3501N/4501N (Main Unit)

    : Nov. 15 2006 D. Applying titanium hydroxide Loosen the blue screw. Remove the cleaner unit. Turn the blue screw (A) counterclockwise. Check to insure that the lock is released as shown with (B), and pull out the primary transfer unit toward you. * Since titanium hydroxide is of fine powder, it may disperse * If this procedure is not executed, the intermediate transfer when removing from the bag.
  • Page 9 : Nov. 15 2006 Rotate the belt by amount 10 cm to move the application part (Application amount) to the surface. * Till the applied powder reaches the cleaner installation loca- tion. Little Moderate Much amount Face the primary transfer UN upward. * Face the primary transfer UN UPward from the cleaner UN Mount the cleaner frame UN on the primary transfer UN.
  • Page 10 E. Developing (each color) installation Install the DV cover in the arrow direction (A). * When installing the DV cover, be sure to engage the pawl Remove two fixing screws of the DV cover. with the boss. Hold the sections A, and remove the DV cover in the arrow Fix the DV cover with the two screws.
  • Page 11 Install each developer unit. F. Set the control level for the reference toner * When installing the developer unit, be sure to check that the density DV lock lever is open. Connect the earth cord and insert the power plug into the power outlet.
  • Page 12 After entering the data, close the front cabinet. Remove the heat seal. Open the front cover, and insert each toner cartridge. Select K, C, M, Y and then press the [EXECUTE] button. The system then performs the simulation, samples the toner den- sity control sensor value, and sets (stores in memory) the average sensor detection level as the control level for the ref- erence toner density.
  • Page 13 H. Cleaning of LSU's dust-proof glass Replace the LSU claning bar to the front cover and attach the waste toner bottle unit. * Dust from the transfer belt or shutter or some other adjacent part may fall onto the LSU during transport or installation. Be sure to clean the dust-proof glass before checking the image quality.
  • Page 14 J. Tray setup Select the paper size. (1) Touch the desired paper size. (1) Simulation setup (2) Touch the [OK] key. This is used to specify the paper type, paper size, and functions used for each paper tray. Press the [SYSTEM SETTINGS] key. System Settings SYSTEM Type...
  • Page 15 : Nov. 15 2006 K. Specifications setup • ADJ 18: Copy image position, image loss adjustment Document table mode Used to set the specifications with SIM26 according to the cus- tomer's request. Place a scale on the document table. Enter the simulation 50-1 mode. SIM No Content Perform the image lead edge reference position adjustment.
  • Page 16: Auto Adjustment

    : Nov. 15 2006 (5) Printer color balance adjustment Press [FACTORY] key, and press [EXECUTE] key. (Auto adjustment) a. Note for execution of the color balance adjustment CLOSE SIMULATION NO. 46-24 TEST (Auto adjustment) ENGINE HALFTONE AUTO ADJUSTMENT • The copy color balance adjustment must have been completed PLEASE SELECT THE MODE (FACTORY) OR (SERVICE) AND PLACE properly.
  • Page 17 : Nov. 15 2006 Press [OK] key. M. Function and operation check Check that the following operations are normal. CLOSE CLOSE SIMULATION NO.67-24 TEST Check items Equipped condition PRINTER ENGINE HALFTONE AUTO ADJUSTMENT MODE Key-in (operation panel) CONFIRM THE ADJUSTED PATCH AND PRESS [OK] TO REGISTER THIS PATCH DATA Display (operation panel) PRESS [REPEAT] TO CONTINUE THIS PROCEDURE.
  • Page 18: Mx-Dex3/Dex4 (Stand/1X500 Sheet Paper Drawer, Stand/2X500 Sheet Paper Drawer)

    Service Manual C. Check the packed items MX3500N [2] MX-DEX3/DEX4 Check that all the items are included in the package. 1. Unpacking A. Removal of the desk unit Names of bundles Quantity Right adjuster Fixing screws (M4 x 8) 2. Installation <Note before installation>...
  • Page 19 B. Installation of the adjuster Put the main unit on the desk unit. * Use man power of four persons or more to lift the main unit. Install the right adjuster (package part No. 1) to the desk unit. Turn each adjuster to fix the desk unit. * Place the main unit on the desk unit slowly by fitting the external lines.
  • Page 20 Lift the connection plates on the right and left of the main unit Lift the connection plates, and fix them with the fixing screws. front side, and fix them with the fixing screws (package part No. 2). Replace the No. 3 and No. 2 trays to the original positions. Install the connection plate covers.
  • Page 21 D. Release the lock E. Connector connection Pull out each tray. Remove the screw from the back of the main unit. Remove the connector cover. Turn and remove the fixing material, and remove the caution Connect the connector. sheet. Attach the removed fixing material to the position shown in the figure for storage.
  • Page 22 F. Turn on the power of the main unit This screen allows you to configure the print off-center adjust- ment value for each paper feed tray. Connect the earth cord, and insert the power plug of the main <Detailed Description> unit into the power outlet.
  • Page 23 Service Manual MX3500N [3] MX-TRX2 Open the front cabinet. Turn OFF the power switch in the front cabinet of the main unit. 1. Unpacking A. Removal of the exit tray unit Remove the earth cord and disconnect the power plug of the main unit from the power outlet.
  • Page 24 Remove the screw. Disengage the engagement in the front C. Turn on the power of the main unit. side then in the rear side, and remove the paper exit cover. Connect the earth cord, and insert the power plug of the main unit into the power outlet.
  • Page 25: Mx-Lcx1 (Large Capacity Tray)

    Service Manual MX3500N [4] MX-LCX1 Remove the paper feed desk fixing screw. 1. Unpacking A. Removal of the large capacity tray unit NOTE: Before turning on the power, check to insure that the fixing screw of the tray is removed. If the power is turned on without removing the fixing screw, a trouble may be resulted.
  • Page 26 Open the front cabinet. Disengage the pawl, and remove the right adjuster. Turn OFF the power switch in the front cabinet of the main unit. Remove the screw cap, and remove the screw. Remove the earth cord and disconnect the power plug of the main unit from the power outlet.
  • Page 27 : Jun. 15 2006 Insert the temporarily fixed screw B into the key hole in the Check to insure that the height adjustment check rib of the connection unit (package part No. 2), and temporarily fix the large capacity tray unit and the axis line of the mounting plate connection unit.
  • Page 28 In the case of a shift to the right, press the front upper section Connect the connector, and tighten the screw. and fit the height adjustment check rib so that it is in the same line with the axis line of the mounting plate upper. Insert the large capacity tray unit into the main unit.
  • Page 29 a. Side plate size switch Loosen the fixing screw (flat screw 1pc) of the auxiliary guide. Remove four fixing screws (blue screws) which are fixing the Set the mark position ( ) of the auxiliary guide and the cas- upper and the lower sections of the side plate F and the side sette R to the size from A4 to LT, and fix with the fixing screw plate R.
  • Page 30 Slightly push the tray, restore the stopper to the original posi- Loosen the stopper fixing screw (1 pc) on the right lower side tion, and fix the fixing screw. of the tray so that the stopper does not function. Pull out the tray again until it stops. At that time, check to insure that the stopper pawl is engaged with the stopper reception of the large capacity tray unit.
  • Page 31 Slightly push the tray, restore the stopper to the original posi- F side R side tion, and fix the fixing screw. b. Auxiliary guide size switch * Since the auxiliary guide setting is not required, fix the auxiliary At that time, check to insure that the stopper pawl is engaged guide to either of A4 or LT.
  • Page 32 Open the front cabinet. Check that the adjustment pattern image is printed in the cor- rect position. Turn ON the power switch in the front cabinet of the main unit. Measure the dimensions of the void areas on the front- and rear-frame sides of the adjustment pattern image, and make sure that the following conditions are met: A-B = 0...
  • Page 33 Pull out the tray again until it stops. b. When the shift is in the rear side To adjust the print line in the direction B from the paper center as shown in the figure: Loosen two fixing screws (red screws) of the front/rear size guide adjustment plate, and move the size guide adjustment plate in the direction B (F side) by the shift amount, and tighten the red fixing screws (2 for each).
  • Page 34 Service Manual B. Removal of the fixing tape and protection MX3500N [5] MX-FNX1 material Remove the fixing tape and protection material. 1. Unpacking A. Removal of the inner finisher C. Check the packed items Check that all the items are included in the package. * When removing the inner finisher, lift it as shown in the table below.
  • Page 35 2. Installation B. Removal of the paper holding arm unit Push up the section A to disengage the pawl, and remove the <Note before installation> paper holding arm and the paper holding arm holder together * Before starting installation, check to insure that the data lamp on as a unit.
  • Page 36 Disengage two pawls, and remove the paper exit tray cover. Install the front slide rail (A) (package part No. 2) with the three fixing screws (package part No. 8), and install the left front cover (B) (package part No. 6) with one fixing screw (package part No.
  • Page 37 D. Connector connection 12) After pushing the intermediate rail of accuride, insert the fin- isher slide stopper (package part No. 7) between the rear slide Remove the protection material and fixing tape. rail and the accuride. Fix it with the coin screw (package part No. 10). 13) Install the front open/close cover (package part No.
  • Page 38 [For RSPF/DSPF] (package part No. 12) Turn ON the power switch on the operation panel. DSPF CAUTION When streaks appear on copy or scan images, open the automatic document feed unit and clean the document scan section with the glass cleaner (accessory). Document scan section RSPF F.
  • Page 39 Service Manual MX3500N [6] MX-PNX1A/B/C/D C. Check the packed items Check that all the items are included in the package. 1. Unpacking A. Removal of the punch unit Packed part names Quantity Punch position label (For scanner) Punch position label (For RSPF/DSPF) 2.
  • Page 40 Open the front cabinet. Remove the coin screw, and remove the finisher slide stopper. Turn OFF the power switch in the front cabinet of the main unit. Slide the inner finisher further more. Remove the earth cord and disconnect the power plug of the main unit from the power outlet.
  • Page 41 Remove the screw, and remove the dummy punch unit. 11) Remove the dust box. 12) Fix the punch cover and the band together with one screw. Fix the punch unit with a screw. * When installing the punch unit, be careful not to bump it against the drawer connector.
  • Page 42 16) Slide the inner finisher to the original position, and close the D. Turn on the power of the main unit front cover. Connect the earth cord, and insert the power plug of the main unit into the power outlet. C.
  • Page 43 Service Manual MX3500N [7] MX-RBX1, MX-FNX2 C. Check the packed items Check that all the items are included in the package. 1. Unpacking the MX-RBX1 A. Removal of the interface pass unit Packed part names Quantity Right cover plate Interface left cabinet Reverse tray Fixing screw A Fixing screw B...
  • Page 44 Remove the earth cord and disconnect the power plug of the Disengage the pawls, and remove the paper exit tray cover. main unit from the power outlet. Remove the screws, and remove the paper exit tray. B. Removal of the paper holding arm unit Push up the section A to disengage the pawl, and remove the paper holding arm and the paper holding arm holder together as a unit.
  • Page 45 Insert the rib of the interface left cabinet (package part No. 2) Install the front cabinet upper, and fix with the screws. into the slit on the lower surface of the scanner left cabinet. Install the interface left cabinet with the fixing screw A (pack- age part No.
  • Page 46 C. Check the packed items 3. Unpacking the MX-FNX2 Check that all the items are included in the package. A. Removal of the saddle finisher Packed part names Quantity Paper exit tray Connection plate Staple unit Staple cartridge Fixing screw A Fixing screw B Paper entry guide Staple position label (For scanner)
  • Page 47 Install the Operation Manual storage cover (which was As shown in the figure, rotate the roller rotation knob so that removed from the machine) to the saddle finisher. the triangle mark is fit with the indication. First, insert the pawl on the lower side of the Operation Manual pocket.
  • Page 48 D. Installation of the paper exit tray Loosen the fixing screw of the adjustment section on the front side. If the guide pin is inserted smoothly, tighten the fixing Engage the pawls (two positions) of the paper exit tray (pack- screws of the adjustment section on the front/rear sides.
  • Page 49 Loosen four fixing screws of the adjustment section, and turn Connect the finisher connector with the connector of the main the height adjustment screws on the front/rear sides to adjust unit, and tighten the screw. so that the clearances are even. G.
  • Page 50 H. Turn on the power of the main unit I. Storage of the paper entry guide Connect the earth cord, and insert the power plug of the main When the punch unit is not installed, store the paper entry unit into the power outlet. guide (package part No.
  • Page 51 Service Manual MX3500N [8] AR-PN1A/B/C/D Open the front cabinet. Turn OFF the power switch in the front cabinet of the main unit. 1. Unpacking A. Removal of the punch unit Remove the earth cord and disconnect the power plug of the main unit from the power outlet.
  • Page 52 B. Installation of the punch unit Remove the screws. Open the top door and remove the right cabinet upper and the right cabinet middle. Release the lock and separate the saddle finisher from the main unit. Open the front door, and remove the knob. Remove the pawls (2 positions) of the upper cover, and sepa- rate it into the upper and the lower sections.
  • Page 53 Remove two screws which are fixing the paper entry paper Install the paper entry paper guide exclusively used for the guide. MX-FNX2 packed with the saddle finisher. Remove the hook (boss) on the upper side of the paper entry paper guide. Fix the incoming paper guide using the screws removed in step 2.
  • Page 54 11) Connect the punch unit harness to the finisher PWB. 14) Install the front cabinet upper and fix it with the screws. Remove the clamp which is fixing the harness. Wire the har- ness A (Purple) (package part No. 1) and the harness B (Orange) (package part No.
  • Page 55 E. Turn on the power of the main unit D. Punch position label attachment Connect the connector. Attach the label to the position indicated in the figure. [For scanner] (package part No. 5) No clearance Second label First label Corner R end fitting Corner R end fitting Label attachment reference * Corner of the...
  • Page 56 Turn ON the power switch on the operation panel. After completion of the mechanical initializing, press DSW1 to perform the automatic adjustment of the dust full sensor. After completion of the adjustment, the LED2 lights up. LED2 PSW1 Set all the DIP switches to OFF, and check to confirm that the LED2 turns OFF.
  • Page 57: Mx-Frx2, Mx-Frx2U (Data Security Kit)

    Service Manual B. Pull out the control PWB. MX3500N [9] MX-FRX2, MX-FRX2U • If cables are connected to the control PWB unit, remove all cables. 1. Unpacking Push the location indicated in the illustration to unlock, and remove the ozone filter cover from the right rear cabinet. A.
  • Page 58 D. Remove the rear cabinet. F. Attach the DOCC PWB. • If the fax box unit is installed, carry out steps 1) and 2) addi- Connect the connector of the DOCC PWB to the 30-pin con- tionally. nector of the Mother PWB. Remove the screw that secures the fax box unit.
  • Page 59 : Jul. 15 2006 H. Reattach the control PWB and the right rear I. Turn on the main power switch of the main cabinet. unit. • If the fax box unit is installed, carry out steps 1), 2), and 3) Insert the power plug of the main unit to the outlet.
  • Page 60 (Cyan)], set to the [Bk (Black)] with full color mode, then copy the blank paper with B/W mode. Use the specified A4 paper by SHARP, be sure to don't use the back print paper. Set on the document table the each paper that printed by procedure b), and copy it.
  • Page 61: Mx-Pkx1 (Ps3 Expansion Kit)

    Service Manual MX3500N [10] MX-PKX1 1. Unpacking A. Parts included Packed part names Quantity CD-ROM (For Screen Font) Product key sheet NOTE: To set up the PS driver, do not use the CD-ROM which is included in the MX-PKX1 but use the CD-ROM which is included in the MX-PBX1.
  • Page 62: Ar-Pf1 (Barcode Font Kit)

    Service Manual MX3500N [11] AR-PF1 Install the barcode font ROM PWB to the barcode connector. * Check to confirm that the silver push lever extends out when the PWB is installed. 1. Unpacking * The connector position is indicated by the silk print on the PWB.
  • Page 63 C. Font list Font No. Font name Code128TT-Regular Code128-NarrowTT-Regular Code128-WideTT-Regular Code39HalfInch-Regular Code39OneInch-Regular Code39QuarterInch-Regular Code39SmallHigh-Regular Code39Slim-Regular Code39SmallLow-Regular Code39SmallMedium-Regular Code39Wide-Regular Codabar-Regular Interleaved2of5-Regular Interleaved2of5-Thin-Regular OCR-A OCR-B OCR-B-C39-Regular Upc-Half Upc-Half-Bars Upc-HalfMusic Upc-HalfNarrow Upc-HalfThin Upc-Tall-Regular Upc-TallBarsThin-regular Upc-TallMusicThin-Regular Upc-TallNarrow-Regular Upc-TallThin-regular ZipCodeBarcode-Regular MX3500N AR-PF1 11 – 2...
  • Page 64: Mx-Amx1 (Application Integration Module)

    Service Manual MX3500N [12] MX-AMX1 1. Unpacking A. Parts included Packed part names Quantity CD-ROM MX-AMX1 GETTING STARTED GUIDE Sharpdesk license kit Operation Manual 2. Installation <Note before installation> • To enable the Application Integration Module function, the prod- uct key must be acquired. •...
  • Page 65: Mx-Fxx1 (Facsimile Expansion Kit)

    Service Manual B. Attach the fax box unit to the rear part of the MX3500N [14] MX-FXX1 main unit. Remove the two screws from the rear cabinet of the main unit. 1. Unpacking Attach the supplied step screw to one of the two positions from A.
  • Page 66 F. Attach the control PWB and the right rear Remove the two screws from the control PWB unit. cabinet. Pull out the control PWB unit. Push the control PWB unit into the main unit and secure it with the two screws. D.
  • Page 67 G. Turn on the main power switch of the main • List of destinations unit. Display Description Insert the power plug of the main unit to the outlet. U.S.A U.S.A. Turn on the main power switch. CANADA Canada INCH Inch system, other destinations JAPAN Japan AB_B...
  • Page 68 K. Connect the line cable to the fax box unit. J. Clear the image memory. Connect the line cable of the line side to the modular jack indicated Switch the operation panel to the copy mode and use the key with “LINE.”...
  • Page 69: Mx-Fwx1 (Internet Fax Expansion Kit)

    Service Manual MX3500N [15] MX-FWX1 1. Unpacking A. Parts included Packed part names Quantity CD-ROM Product key sheet 2. Installation <Note before installation> • In order to enable the Internet Fax send function, the product key must be acquired. • In order to specify the address of the Internet Fax with the PC- FAX driver, the PC-FAX driver must be updated by the Internet Fax expansion kit.
  • Page 70 LEAD-FREE SOLDER The PWB’s of this model employs lead-free solder. The “LF” marks indicated on the PWB’s and the Service Manual mean “Lead-Free” solder. The alphabet following the LF mark shows the kind of lead-free solder. Example: <Solder composition code of lead-free solder> Solder composition Solder composition code Solder composition...
  • Page 71 CAUTION FOR BATTERY REPLACEMENT (Danish) ADVARSEL ! Lithiumbatteri – Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning må kun ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og type. Levér det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandoren. (English) Caution ! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
  • Page 72 COPYRIGHT © 2006 BY SHARP CORPORATION All rights reserved. Printed in Japan. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic; mechanical; photocopying; recording or otherwise without prior written permission of the publisher.

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