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Sharp AR-235 Operation Manual

Sharp AR-235 Operation Manual

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MODEL
AR-235
AR-275
DIGITAL LASER
COPIER/PRINTER
OPERATION MANUAL
• GETTING STARTED
• MAKING COPIES
• SPECIAL FUNCTIONS
• COPIER TROUBLE?
• GENERAL INFORMATION
• OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
• KEY OPERATOR'S
GUIDE
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41
65
77
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  • Page 1 MODEL AR-235 AR-275 DIGITAL LASER COPIER/PRINTER OPERATION MANUAL Page • GETTING STARTED • MAKING COPIES • SPECIAL FUNCTIONS • 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". The symbol " " denotes the copier is not completely de-energized but in a stand-by condition at this "POWER" switch position. If your copier is so marked, please read "I"...

  • Page 3: Getting Started

    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 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 4 COPIER TROUBLE? STATUS MESSAGES ........66 MISFEED REMOVAL .
  • Page 6 CONTENTS Page CHAPTER 7 KEY OPERATOR'S GUIDE REGISTERING THE KEY OPERATOR CODE NUMBER ..118 LIST OF KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS ..... . 121 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

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

  • Page 9: 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 10: 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 11 COPIER INSTALLATION Be sure to connect the power cord only to a power outlet that meets the specified voltage and current requirements (See page 89.). Also make certain the outlet is properly grounded. For this copier's power supply requirements, see the name plate located on the back of the unit. NOTE: Connect the copier to a power outlet which is not used for other electric appliances.

  • Page 12: Main Features

    (except when recovering from a power save mode or immediately after power on). Copying speed is 23 copies/min. (AR-235) or 27 copies/min. (AR-275) at 600 dpi (not in the super photo mode), 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 trays (p. 78) Place an original on the platen glass and close Each tray holds 500 sheets of copy paper. the platen cover before copying starts. Upper exit area cover (p. 73) Platen glass (p.

  • Page 15: Interior

    PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS Interior Toner cartridge lock release lever (p. 82) Use to unlock the toner cartridge. Accessories Operation manual1 Toner cartridge (p. 82) Contains toner. Toner cartridge1 Roller rotating knob (p. 69) Turn to remove misfed paper. Photoconductive drum Copy images are formed on the photocon- ductive drum.

  • 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. 76, 84) 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. 44, 61) 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. FUNCTION REVIEW 2in1 PATTERN1...

  • 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 25: Exposure Adjustment

    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. 8 11 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 95.
  • 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 duplex 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 duplex copying, press the CLEAR (C) key. To cancel the duplex 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 five exposure modes to choose from: AUTO, TEXT, TEXT/PHOTO, PHOTO, and SUPER 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 25% to 400% in 1% increments. The allowable copy ratio range is limited to the following conditions: Exposure mode Location of original Copy ratio range...
  • 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: 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 38: 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 39 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 40 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 41: 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 42 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 43: Margin Shift

    CHAPTER 3 SPECIAL FUNCTIONS This chapter describes special copying functions including various image editing functions. Page SORT/GROUP........42 Copying in the sort or group mode.

  • Page 44: 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 45 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 46 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 47: 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 48 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 49: 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 50 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 51: 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 erae, edge+centre erase, enlargement or staple sort features.
  • Page 52 DUAL PAGE COPY Use the keys to select "DUAL PAGE COPY" and press the OK key. SPECIAL MODES MARGIN SHIFT ERASE DUAL PAGE COPY [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 53: 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 54 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 55 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 56: 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 57 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 58: 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 59 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 60 XY ZOOM Press the OK key. The display will return to the basic screen. Ready to copy. X115% Y 99% 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 61: 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 62 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 63: 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 supercede the previous setting.

  • Page 64: 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 65: 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 66 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 67: Troubleshooting

    CHAPTER 4 COPIER TROUBLE? This chapter describes how to remove misfed paper and how to remedy minor problems. Page STATUS MESSAGES ........66 MISFEED REMOVAL .

  • Page 68: 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 69: 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 70: 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 71 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 72 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 lever WARNING: The fusing unit is hot.

  • Page 73: 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 74: Misfeed In The Upper Paper Tray

    MISFEED REMOVAL Misfeed in the upper paper tray Before opening the upper 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 upper paper tray and remove the misfed paper.

  • Page 75: Misfeed In The Upper Exit Area

    MISFEED REMOVAL Remove the misfed paper. Be careful not to tear the misfed paper during removal. If the misfed paper is not seen in step 2, pull out the lower paper tray and remove the misfed paper. Be careful not to tear the misfed paper during removal. Close the paper tray.
  • Page 76 MISFEED REMOVAL Gently pull the misfed paper out. Close the upper exit area cover. Confirm that the misfeed display has been cleared.

  • Page 77: 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 78 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 79: Cleaning The Platen Glass And Platen Cover

    CHAPTER 5 GENERAL INFORMATION Page PAPER..........78 Types and sizes of copy paper .

  • Page 80: 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 81 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 82: 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. B5 paper cannot be set for paper tray 2. Press the SPECIAL FUNCTION key. The SPECIAL FUNCTION screen will appear.
  • Page 83 PAPER Use the keys to select the paper size that has been set. To change the size of another paper tray, press the key and then repeat steps 3 to 5. Press the OK key. A confirmation message for paper size setting will appear. Press the OK key.

  • Page 84: 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 85 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 86: 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 87: 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 88: 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 89: 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 90: 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-FN5). For best copying results, be sure to use only SHARP products. Only genuine SHARP consumables carry the Genuine Supplies label.

  • Page 91: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS AR-235 AR-275 Type Digital laser copier/printer, 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 92 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 93 CHAPTER 6 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT This chapter describes operating instructions for the Single Pass Feeder (AR-SP4), the Reversing Single Pass Feeder (AR-RP3), the Finisher (AR-FN5), the 500-Sheet Paper Feed Unit (AR-D11), and the 2 x 500-Sheet Paper Feed Unit (AR-D12). Page SYSTEM CONFIGURATION.

  • Page 94: 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-SP4) Reversing single pass feeder (AR-RP3) Platen cover (AR-VR3) Finisher (AR-FN5) 500-sheet paper feed unit (AR-D11) 2x500-sheet paper feed unit (AR-D12)

  • Page 95: Single Pass Feeder (Ar-Sp4)/ Reversing Single Pass Feeder (Ar-Rp3)

    SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR- SP4)/REVERSING SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-RP3) The single pass feeder (SPF) and the reversing single pass feeder (RSPF) hold up to 30 originals each for automatic document feeding. If the RSPF is installed, two-sided originals can be copied automatically without having to manually turn them over.

  • Page 96: 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 97: Using The Spf Or The Rspf

    SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-SP4)/REVERSING SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-RP3) 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 98 SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-SP4)/REVERSING SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-RP3) Ensure that the one-sided to one-sided copying mode is selected. Ready to copy. AUTO 100% AUTO When no icon indicating a duplex 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 99 SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-SP4)/REVERSING SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-RP3) Press the 2-SIDED COPY key. The duplex 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 duplex copy mode.
  • Page 100 SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-SP4)/REVERSING SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-RP3) 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 duplex copy mode are A5, B5, B5R, A4, A4R, B4, and A3 (8-1/2" x 11", 8-1/2"...
  • Page 101 SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-SP4)/REVERSING SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-RP3) 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 102 SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-SP4)/REVERSING SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-RP3) 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 103: Misfeed Removal

    SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-SP4)/REVERSING SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-RP3) 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 104 SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-SP4)/REVERSING SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-RP3) 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 105: Finisher (Ar-Fn5)

    FINISHER (AR-FN5) 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-FN5) 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 106: 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 107: Finisher Functions

    FINISHER (AR-FN5) 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 108: Using The Platen Glass

    FINISHER (AR-FN5) 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 109 FINISHER (AR-FN5) 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 110 FINISHER (AR-FN5) 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 111: Staple Cartridge Replacement

    FINISHER (AR-FN5) 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 112: Staple Jam Removal

    FINISHER (AR-FN5) 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 113 FINISHER (AR-FN5) 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 114: Misfeed Removal

    FINISHER (AR-FN5) 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 115 FINISHER (AR-FN5) 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 116: 500-Sheet Paper Feed Unit (Ar-D11)/ 2X500-Sheet Paper Feed Unit (Ar-D12)

    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 deviations from these values in individual units.

  • Page 117: Loading Copy Paper

    500-SHEET PAPER FEED UNIT (AR-D11)/2x500-SHEET PAPER FEED UNIT (AR-D12) 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 78. 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 118 500-SHEET PAPER FEED UNIT (AR-D11)/2x500-SHEET PAPER FEED UNIT (AR-D12) 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 119: List Of Key Operator Programs

    CHAPTER 7 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 120: 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 121 REGISTERING THE KEY OPERATOR CODE 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 122 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 123: 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 124 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 125 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 126: 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 127 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 128: 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 118, REGISTERING THE KEY OPERATOR CODE NUMBER.
  • Page 129 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Margin Default Set the initial margin shift value with this program. When "MARGIN DEFAULT" is selected and the OK key is pressed, the following display will appear. MARGIN DEFAULT MARGIN DEFAULT 4 mm 4 inch (5~20) (1/4~1) Adjust the initial margin shift value using the keys.

  • Page 130: Stream Feeding

    KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS To establish new initial settings Use the keys to select "NEW DEFAULT" and press the OK key. Use the keys to select an item of which the initial setting is to be changed and press the OK key. Use the keys if needed.

  • Page 131: Output Trays

    KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS To enable rotation copy, highlight "ROTATION COPY" and press the OK key to display a check mark in the check box. To disable this mode, select this program and press the OK key again to clear the check mark in the check box. Sort Auto Select If this program is set, the default output mode for copying from an SPF or RSPF is the sort mode.

  • Page 132: Toner Save Mode

    KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Use the key to enable or disable the offset function for the centre tray of the copier. If a finisher is installed, use the key to select "OFFSET TRAY" and use the key to enable or disable the offset function for the offset tray of the finisher.

  • Page 133: 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 134 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 135 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Time Out Setting If a copy job is started while a print or fax job is being run, the print or fax job will be interrupted. This program is used to adjust the time that elapses before the print or fax job resumes after the copy job is completed.

  • 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 KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS To register accounts Use the keys to select "ENTER" and press the OK key. If 20 accounts have already been registered, the message "The account register is full. 20 is maximum." will appear. Enter a 5-digit account number (00001 to 99999) using the numeric keys.

  • Page 142: Account Limit

    KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Account Limit This program is used to set the maximum number of copies which can be made against a registered account number. When "ACCOUNT LIMIT" is selected and the OK key is pressed, the following display will appear. ACCOUNT LIMIT SINGLE ACC.

  • Page 143: 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 144: Index

    INDEX 2 in 1 ....... . 51 Edge erase ......47 2x500-sheet paper feed unit .
  • Page 145 INDEX Names Single pass feeder (SPF)....93 – operation panel ..... . 14 Sort .

  • Page 146: Material Safety Data Sheet

    Emergency telephone number 1-800-255-3924 United Kingdom Sharp Electronics (U.K.) Ltd. Telephone number for information : 01923-47-4013 Australia Sharp Corporation of Australia PTY. Ltd.: Telephone number for information: 1300-13-50-22 Germany Sharp Electronics (Europe) GMBH Telephone number for information: 40-2376-2737 2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS...
  • Page 147 (Total Dust) , 3mg/m (Respirable Dust) Personal Protective Equipment Respiratory Protection : None required when used as intended in Sharp equipment. Hand Protection : None required when used as intended in Sharp equipment. Eye Protection : None required when used as intended in Sharp equipment.
  • Page 148 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Stability Stable Hazardous Reactions : Dust explosion, like most finely divided organic powders. Conditions to avoid : Electric discharge, throwing into fire. Materials to avoid : Oxidizing Materials Hazardous Decomposition Products : CO, CO and NO Further Information : None 11.
  • Page 149 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION US Information TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act): All chemical substances in this product comply with all applicable rules or order under TSCA. SARA (Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act) Title III 302 Extreme Hazardous Substance : None 311/312 Hazard Classification : None EU Information 1999/45/EC and 67/548/EEC...
  • Page 150 Emergency telephone number 1-800-255-3924 United Kingdom Sharp Electronics (U.K.) Ltd. Telephone number for information : 01923-47-4013 Australia Sharp Corporation of Australia PTY. Ltd.: Telephone number for information: 1300-13-50-22 Germany Sharp Electronics (Europe) GMBH Telephone number for information: 40-2376-2737 2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS...
  • Page 151 (Total Dust) , 3mg/m (Respirable Dust) Personal Protective Equipment Respiratory Protection : None required when used as intended in Sharp equipment. Hand Protection : None required when used as intended in Sharp equipment. Eye Protection : None required when used as intended in Sharp equipment.
  • Page 152 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Stability Stable Hazardous Reactions : Dust explosion, like most finely divided organic powders. Conditions to avoid : Electric discharge, throwing into fire. Materials to avoid : Oxidizing Materials Hazardous Decomposition Products : CO, CO and NO Further Information : None 11.
  • Page 153 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION US Information TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act): All chemical substances in this product comply with all applicable rules or order under TSCA. SARA (Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act) Title III 302 Extreme Hazardous Substance : None 311/312 Hazard Classification : None EU Information 1999/45/EC and 67/548/EEC...
  • Page 154 Warning! This product is a class A product. If it is operated in households, offices or similar surroundings, it can produce radio interferences at other appliances, so that the user has to take adequate countermeasures. LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE KLASS 1 LASERAPPARAT CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1...

  • Page 155: 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 157 Required in Appendix ZB of BS EN 60950 - United Kingdom MAINS PLUG WIRING INSTRUCTIONS The mains lead of this equipment is already fitted with a mains plug which is either a non-rewireable (moulded) or a rewireable type. Should the fuse need to be replaced, a BSI or ASTA approved fuse to BS1362 marked and of the same rating as the one removed from the plug must be used.
  • Page 158 AR-235/AR-275 SHARP CORPORATION PRINTED IN CHINA 2001F TINSE0541QSZZ...

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