Owner's Manual
EPA ENERGY STAR ® (MFD)
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has introduced a voluntary program, the
ENERGY STAR Program, to enourage the widespread and voluntary use of energy-efficient technologies
that enhance the workplace, improve product performance and prevent pollution. As an ENERGY
STAR Partner, the Sharp Corp. has determined that this copier model meets the ENERGY STAR
guidelines for energy efficiency.
ENERGY STAR guidelines for this class of copier require ENERGY STAR copiers to have an 'Off Mode'
feature that automatically turns the copier off after a period of inactivity, ensuring night and weekend
shut-off. The copier must also automatically change to a 'Low Power Mode' (Automatic Energy Save)
after a period of time since the last usage.
For Copier+Printer or FAX models,
ENERGY STAR guidelines require ENERGY STAR Multifunction
copiers to have a 'Sleep Mode' feature that automatically makes the copier enter the sleep mode after
a period of inactivity. The copier must also automatically change to a 'Low Power Mode' (Automatic
Energy Save) after a period of time since the last usage.
Specifically, this copier complies with the following requirements-
The AR-650/800 Copier model (Base model)
'Off Mode'-
The copier consumes less than 20 watts in the 'Off Mode'.
'Off Mode' Default Time-
The default time for the 'Off Mode' is 90 minutes.
'Automatic Energy Save'-
The copier consumes less than 255 watts (AR-650) / 313 watts (AR-800) during Energy Save.
'Automatic Energy Save' Default Time-
The default time for the 'Automatic Energy Save' is 15 minutes.
The AR-650/800 Copier + Printer model (Multifunction model)
'Sleep Mode'-
The copier consumes less than 95 watts in the 'Sleep Mode'.
'Sleep Mode' Default Time-
The default time for the 'Sleep Mode' is 90 minutes.
'Automatic Energy Save'-
The copier consumes less than 300 watts (AR-650) / 358 watts (AR-800) during Energy Save.
'Automatic Energy Save' Default Time-
The default time for the 'Automatic Energy Save' is 15 minutes.
Note1- The default setting for the 'Off Mode' or 'Sleep Mode' and 'Automatic Energy Save' can be
changed. If you want to increase the default setting, contact your authorized Sharp dealer.
Note2- For Copier model (Base model), to restart the copier after an automatic shut-off, return the
power switch to the 'On' position.
Note3- For Copier model (Base model), after an automatic shut-off, the weekly timer feature cannot be
activated. If you prefer to activate this feature, contact your authorized Sharp dealer.
If you have any questions regarding the use of recycled paper or some recommended types of recycled
paper, please contact your authorized Sharp dealer.
ENERGY STAR is a U. S. registered mark.