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- Page 1 MODEL AR-235 AR-275 DIGITAL COPYING MACHINE OPERATION MANUAL • GETTING STARTED • MAKING COPIES • SPECIAL FUNCTIONS • COPIER TROUBLE? • GENERAL INFORMATION • OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Page...
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- Page 3 GENERAL INFORMATION This chapter describes general information about the use of the copier and the loading of paper and toner. OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT This chapter describes operating instructions for the Single Pass Feeder (AR-SP4), the Reversing Single Pass...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
CAUTIONS ..........7 COPIER INSTALLATION........8 MAIN FEATURES . - Page 5 Misfeed in the copier........
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Page 8: Introduction
Conventions used in this manual WARNING: Warns the user that injury to the user or damage to the copier 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 9: Cautions
When moving the copier, be sure to turn the power switch off and remove the power cord from the outlet. Do not cover the copier with a dust cover, cloth or plastic film while the power is on. Doing so may prevent heat dissipation, damaging the copier. -
Page 10: Copier Installation
CAUTION: If the copier is moved from a cool place to a warm place, condensation may form inside the copier. Operation in this condition will cause poor copy quality and malfunctions. Leave the copier at room temperature for at least 2 hours before use. - Page 11 NOTE: Connect the copier to a power outlet which is not used for other electric appliances. If a lighting fixture is connected to the same outlet, the light may flicker. Be sure to allow the required space around the machine for servicing and proper ventilation.
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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 30 two-sided originals. An optional finisher allows automatic stapling of up to 30 sheets. This copier can be used as a laser printer if an optional printer expansion kit is installed. This copier can be used as a facsimile machine if an optional facsimile expansion kit is installed.
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Page 14: Part Names And Functions
Platen glass (p. 24) Place an original to be copied here. Power switch (p. 16) Press to turn copier power on and off. Handles Use to move the copier. Dehumidification heater switch (p. 16) -
Page 15: Interior
Interior Toner cartridge lock release lever (p. 82) Use to unlock the toner cartridge. Toner cartridge (p.82) Contains toner. Roller rotating knob (p. 69) Turn to remove misfed paper. Photoconductive drum Copy images are formed on the photoconduc- tive drum. Fusing unit release levers (p. -
Page 16: Operation Panel
Interrupts a copy run. CLEAR ALL key (p. 17) Clears all selected settings and returns the optional copier to the initial settings. START key and indicator Copying is possible when the indicator is on. Press to start copying. EXPOSURE key (p. 29) - Page 17 Press to clear the copy quantity display or press during a copy run to terminate copying. Exposure display Indicates the selected exposure mode. Message display Messages are displayed regarding copier status and operation. Original size display The original paper size is displayed. Copy ratio display Displays the copy ratios for reductions or enlargements.
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Page 18: Power On And Off
During warm-up, you can select your desired job settings and then by pressing the START key, your job will commence when the copier comes to "Ready to copy." Once the copier has finished warming up, the message display will change to "Ready to copy.", and the START key indicator will light up, indicating that copying is possible. -
Page 19: Initial Settings
If the auto power shut-off mode is enabled, the copier will enter the mode once the set time has elapsed without any copier operation after the last copy of a run is made or the power is first turned on and no copier operations have been made. -
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: One-sided to two-sided copying Two-sided to two-sided copying Two-sided to one-sided copying Output mode: Sort mode Staple sort mode Group 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. -
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. # # # # KEY OPERATOR See page 21 of the KEY OPERATOR'S GUIDE for setting the auditing mode. - Page 23 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 CHAPTER 2 MAKING COPIES This chapter describes the basic copying functions such as normal copying, reduction or enlargement, and exposure adjustments. NORMAL COPYING........24 TWO-SIDED COPYING .
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Page 26: Normal Copying
(max. 1/8" (3 mm)) 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. See page 20. Place an original face down on the platen glass and align it with the original size scale. - Page 27 Ensure that the desired paper tray is selected. Set the number of copies using the numeric keys. A single copy can be made even when "0" is displayed. Press the CLEAR key to clear an entry if a mistake is made. Press the START key.
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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 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. Ensure that the desired paper tray is selected. Paper sizes that can be used in the duplex copy mode are 8-1/2"...
- 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 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.
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Page 31: Exposure Adjustment
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 colored or shaded background areas. - Page 32 EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT Use the Copy density cannot be adjusted manually in the AUTO exposure mode. Press the OK key. To return to the AUTO mode, press the EXPOSURE key, use the "AUTO", and press the OK key. NOTE: When the SUPER PHOTO mode is selected, the copy ratio is limited to be within the 50% to 200% range when copying from the platen glass and within the 50% to 141% range when using an optional SPF or RSPF.
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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 Other than SUPER PHOTO... - 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 8-1/2"...
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Page 35: Manual Selection
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. Use the keys to select a preset copy ratio or use the keys to select a zoom ratio. A. - 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.
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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 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.
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Page 41: Interrupting A Copy Run
If INTERRUPT is pressed during copying when an optional SPF or RSPF is being used, the copier will stop after completing copying of any original which has been fed by the SPF or RSPF. - 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.
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Page 43: Special Functions
CHAPTER 3 SPECIAL FUNCTIONS This chapter describes special copying functions including various image editing functions. SORT/GROUP ........42 Copying in the sort or group mode. -
Page 44: Sort/Group
When copying from the platen glass in the sort or group mode or from the document feeder tray in the group mode, original images will be stored in the copier memory each time an original is scanned and copying will start after all originals have been scanned. However, if originals are set in the document feeder tray and the sort mode is selected, copying will start immediately after the first original is scanned. - Page 45 Also the OUTPUT key can be used to select an output mode. Make all other desired copier selections and press the START key. If originals have been set in an optional SPF or RSPF in step 1, copying will start. If an original has been set on the platen glass, proceed to the next step.
- 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 key to cancel copying.
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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 1/2". Increased Original Copy 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 Press the OK key. The display will return to the basic screen. Make all other desired copier selections and press the START key . To cancel the margin shift feature, select the margin shift feature again and select "OFF". MARGIN SHIFT...
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Page 49: Erase
ERASE This copier has an edge erase mode and a center erase mode. 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. - Page 50 Press the OK key. The display will return to the basic screen. Make all other desired copier selections and press the START key . To cancel the erase feature, select the erase feature again and select "OFF". keys to select the desired erase mode.
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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. 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, center erase, edge + center erase, enlargement or staple sort features. - Page 52 8-1/2" x 11"R paper can also be used if the auto paper select mode is selected and rotation copying has been enabled. Make all other desired copier selections and press the START key . To cancel the dual page copy feature, highlight "DUAL PAGE COPY" with a check mark on the SPECIAL MODES screen and press the OK key.
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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 4 in 1 copying Pattern These features cannot be used with the dual page copying, XY zoom, erase or margin shift features. - 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. Use the The selection screen for 2 in 1 / 4 in 1 will appear. Use the keys to select "2in1"...
- Page 55 Press the OK key. The display will return to the basic screen. Make all other desired copier selections and press the START key . The copy ratio will be calculated automatically. If an optional SPF or RSPF is used, copying will start after originals are scanned.
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Page 56: B/W Reverse
B/W REVERSE The B/W REVERSE feature is used to reverse black and white areas. 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 canceled, the TEXT mode will not automatically be canceled. - Page 57 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. B/W REVERSE...
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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 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 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. Use the , , , and direction. Use the keys to set the approximate ratio, then press the ratio or key to increase the ratio.
- Page 60 Image rotation may occur. Make all other desired copier selections and press the START key . To cancel the XY zoom feature, press the COPY RATIO key. A confirmation display will appear.
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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 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...
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Page 63: Job Memory
The job memory feature cannot be used in the interrupt copy mode. #KEY OPERATOR Job memory replacement/deletion can be prohibited. See page 18 of the KEY OPERATOR'S GUIDE. Storing a job program Make all copier selections to be stored. Press the PROGRAM key. The JOB PROGRAMS screen will appear. Use the keys to select "STORE"... -
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
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.
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Page 67: Copier Trouble
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Page 68: Status Messages
If any of the following messages appears in the display, carry out the prescribed remedy. Message (Maintenance icon) Service by an authorized SHARP service technician will be required soon. Contact your service center as soon as Maintenance required possible.(This message will be displayed if the information key soon. -
Page 69: Misfeed Removal
MISFEED REMOVAL When a misfeed occurs, the copier will stop. 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 the misfed paper is seen from this side, proceed to “C. Misfeed in the transport area”. - Page 71 Carefully remove the misfed paper. Turn the roller rotating knob in the direction of the arrow to assist in removing it. 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. 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. 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.
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Page 73: Misfeed In The Center Tray
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
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.
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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 Copier does not operate. - Page 78 CAUTION: Be sure to use only genuine SHARP parts and supplies. Please contact your SHARP service center immediately if a problem persists after checking the above. Solution Clean regularly. See page 84. Use a clean original.
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Page 79: General Information
CHAPTER 5 GENERAL INFORMATION 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 The tray holds up to 500 sheets of 21 lb. bond paper. Do not load paper above the maximum height line. Push the paper tray firmly back into the copier. If the paper size is changed in steps 3 and 4, place the paper size card in the front of the paper tray to indicate the selected paper size.
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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 Use the keys to select the paper size that has been set. To change the size of another paper tray, press the 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. PAPER key and then repeat steps 3 to 5.
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Page 84: Toner Cartridge Replacement
During a long copy run of a dark original, the message "Toner replenishment in progress." may appear and the copier will stop, even though toner is left. The copier will feed toner for up to 2 minutes and then the START key indicator will light up. Press the START key to restart copying. - Page 85 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.
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Page 86: Checking The Toner Quantity And Total Output Count
CHECKING THE TONER QUANTITY AND TOTAL OUTPUT COUNT The approxmate 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. Use the keys to select "DISPLAY CONTRAST" and press the OK key. The screen for contrast setting will appear. Use the keys to adjust the contrast. -
Page 90: Storage Of Supplies
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 Genuine Supplies which are designed, engineered, and tested to maximize the life and performance of SHARP copiers. -
Page 91: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS AR-235 Type Digital copying machine, desktop Copy system Dry, electrostatic transfer Originals Sheets, bound documents Original sizes Max. 11" x 17" Copy sizes Max. 11" x 17", Min. 5-1/2" x 8-1/2" Image loss: Max. 5/32" (4 mm) (leading and trailing edges), Max. 1/8"... - Page 92 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.
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Page 93: Optional Equipment
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). SYSTEM CONFIGURATION ......92 SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-SP4)/ REVERSING SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-RP3) . -
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) Finisher (AR-FN5) 500-sheet paper feed unit (AR-D11) -
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
(583 mm (W) x 435 mm (D) x 133 mm (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. 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. Press the CLEAR key to stop copying in the middle of a run.
- 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. 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.
- 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 8-1/2" x 11", 8-1/2" x 11"R, 8-1/2" x 13", 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. Use the key to select binding change if desired. Then, press the OK key. The image of one side can be rotated 180º using the image rotation feature. This feature can be useful depending on the orientation of the original image and the desired binding position.
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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 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.
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Page 105: Finisher (Ar-Fn5)
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
(563 mm (W) x 445 mm (D) x 108 mm (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 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 and then press the OK key. When copying in the sort or group mode, the output tray can be selected using the keys and pressing the OK key. -
Page 108: Using The Platen Glass
FINISHER (AR-FN5) Staple sort In the staple sort mode, 8-1/2" x 11", 8-1/2" x 11"R, 8-1/2" x 13", 8-1/2" x 14", 11" x 17", B5, A4, A4R, B4, and A3 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 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. 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.
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Page 111: Staple Cartridge Replacement
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 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. Close the stapler cover.
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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. - Page 115 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.
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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
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. See page 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. - 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.
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Page 121: Material Safety Data Sheet
Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd. Telephone number for information : Emergency telephone number Sharp Electronics (U.K.) Ltd. Telephone number for information : Sharp Corporation of Australia PTY. Ltd.: Telephone number for information: Sharp Electronics (Europe) GMBH Telephone number for information: Proportion OSHA PEL >88.0%... - Page 122 ACGIH-TLV (USA) : 10mg/m 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 123 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Stability Hazardous Reactions Conditions to avoid Materials to avoid Hazardous Decomposition Products : CO, CO Further Information 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Acute Toxicity Ingestion(oral) : LD >2000mg/kg Dermal : No Data Inhalation : LC >4.97mg/L Eye irritation : Not an irritant Skin irritation : Not an irritant...
- Page 124 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 EU Information 1999/45/EC and 67/548/EEC Symbol &...
- Page 125 Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd. Telephone number for information : Emergency telephone number Sharp Electronics (U.K.) Ltd. Telephone number for information : Sharp Corporation of Australia PTY. Ltd.: Telephone number for information: Sharp Electronics (Europe) GMBH Telephone number for information: Proportion OSHA PEL >92.5%...
- Page 126 ACGIH-TLV (USA) : 10mg/m 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 127 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Stability Hazardous Reactions Conditions to avoid Materials to avoid Hazardous Decomposition Products : CO, CO Further Information 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Acute Toxicity Ingestion(oral) : LD >2000mg/kg Dermal : No Data Inhalation : LC >4.97mg/L Eye irritation : Not an irritant Skin irritation : Not an irritant...
- Page 128 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 EU Information 1999/45/EC and 67/548/EEC Symbol &...
- Page 129 Sharp. You should be aware, however, that Sharp does not itself extend any warranties, either express or implied, directly to you, the end-user, and no one is authorized to make any representations or warranties on behalf of Sharp.
- Page 130 AR-235/AR-275 SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135. www.sharp-usa.com SHARP CORPORATION PRINTED IN JAPAN 2001C DSC1 CINSE0540QS51...