MODEL AR-M236 AR-M276 DIGITAL MULTIFUNCTIONAL SYSTEM OPERATION MANUAL (for copier) Page • BEFORE USING THE MACHINE • COPY FUNCTIONS • CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS • USER SETTINGS • TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE • PERIPHERAL DEVICES AND SUPPLIES • APPENDIX With the RSPF installed 8 21 35 51 57 76 80
Do not make copies of anything which is prohibited from copying by law. The following items are normally prohibited from copying by national law. Other items may be prohibited by local law. ● Money ● Stamps ● Bonds ● Stocks ● Checks ● Passports ● Driver's licenses ● Bank drafts In some areas, the "POWER" switch positions are marked "I" and " " on the copier instead of "ON" and "OFF". If your copier is so marked, please read "I" for "ON" and " " for "OFF".
CONTENTS CAUTIONS................................................................................................................................................. 3 ● ● ● ● CAUTIONS ON USING THE MACHINE........................................................................................................... 3 IMPORTANT POINTS WHEN SELECTING AN INSTALLATION SITE ........................................................... 3 CAUTIONS ON HANDLING THE MACHINE....................................................
5 TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE DISPLAY MESSAGES..................................... 58 TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................... 60 MISFEED REMOVAL....................................... 64 ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● MISFEED REMOVAL GUIDANCE .................64 MISFEED IN THE RSPF.................................65 MISFEED IN THE BYPASS TRAY .................66 MISFEED IN THE MACHINE..........................66 MISFEED IN THE CENTRE TRAY.................68 MISFEED IN THE UPPER PAPER TRAY ......
CAUTIONS Follow the cautions below when using this machine. CAUTIONS ON USING THE MACHINE 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: • Do not switch the machine rapidly on and off. After turning the machine off, wait 10 to 15 seconds before turning it back on. • Machine power must be turned off before installing any supplies. • Place the machine on a firm, level surface.
The machine should be installed near an accessible power outlet for easy connection and disconnection. Be sure to connect the power cord only to a power outlet that meets the specified voltage and current requirements. Also make certain the outlet is properly grounded. Note Connect the machine 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.
ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, SHARP has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. USING THE MANUAL This machine 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 machine features, be sure to familiarise yourself with this manual and the machine. For quick reference during machine use, keep this manual in a handy location.
THE MEANING OF "R" IN ORIGINAL AND PAPER SIZE INDICATIONS An "R" appearing at the end of an original or paper size A4R (8-1/2" x 11"R), etc. indicates that the original or paper is oriented horizontally as shown below. Sizes that can be placed only in the horizontal (landscape) orientation (B4, A3 (8-1/2" x 14", 11" x 17")), do not contain the "R" in their size indication.
MAIN FEATURES High-speed laser copying • First-copy time*1 at 600 dpi*2 is only 4.8 seconds. • Copying speed is 23 copies/min. (AR-M236) or 27 copies/min. (AR-M276) at 600 dpi (not in the super photo mode). This is ideal for business use and provides a big boost to workplace productivity. *1 First-Copy time may vary depending on the power-supply voltage, ambient temperature, and other operating conditions. *2 "dpi" ("dots per inch") is unit that is used to measure resolution.
1 Chapter 1 BEFORE USING THE MACHINE This chapter contains basic information that should be read before using the machine. PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS Exterior 2 1 11 3 7 6 12 4 14 8 9 10 5 13 15 16 10 1 Reversing single pass feeder (RSPF) (optional) Place the original(s) that you wish to scan face up here. (p.23) 2 Document cover (optional) Place an original on the document glass and close the document cover before copying starts.
BEFORE USING THE MACHINE Interior 17 18 1 22 19 20 21 15 Bypass tray Regular paper and special paper (such as transparency film) can be fed from the bypass tray. (p.18) 16 Bypass tray extension Pull out the bypass tray extension before placing paper in the bypass tray. (p.18) 17 Toner cartridge lock release lever Use to unlock the toner cartridge. (p.72) 18 Toner cartridge Contains toner. (p.72) 19 Roller rotating knob Turn to remove misfed paper. (p.
BEFORE USING THE MACHINE OPERATION PANEL COPY PRINT ON LINE DATA SCAN DATA FAX LINE DATA JOB STATUS CUSTOM SETTINGS ACC.#-C The indicators of the operation panel may differ depending on the country and region. 1 2 1 Touch panel The machine status, messages and touch keys are displayed on the panel. The display will show the status of printing, copying or network scanning according to the mode that is selected. For details see the next page.
BEFORE USING THE MACHINE TOUCH PANEL Using the touch panel Selecting a function [Example 1] [Example 1] JOB QUEUE SETS / PRO COPY 003 / 00 SHARP001 003 / 00 Beep tone Items on the touch panel are selected by touching the key associated with the item. A beep will sound to confirm that the item was selected and the key will be highlighted. * A double-beep is sounded when an invalid key is touched.
BEFORE USING THE MACHINE Job status screen (common to copy, print, network scan and fax) This screen appears when the [JOB STATUS] key on the operation panel is pressed. A job list showing the current job and the stored jobs or a list showing completed jobs can be displayed. The contents of jobs can be viewed and jobs can be deleted from the queue. The following screen shows the job queue for print jobs.
POWER ON AND OFF The power switch is located on the left side of the machine. Note When the power switch is turned on, the machine starts up in the previously used mode. The following explanations assume that the previously used mode was copy mode. POWER ON POWER OFF Turn the power switch to the "ON" position. When the machine is not used for a long time, be sure to turn it off. ON • When the power switch is turned to the "ON" position, the message "WARMING UP. A COPYING JOB CAN BE SET NOW.
BEFORE USING THE MACHINE INITIAL SETTINGS The machine reverts to the initial settings when it is first turned on, when the [CLEAR ALL] key ( ) is pressed, or the preset "auto clear time" elapses after the last copy is made in any mode. When the machine reverts to the initial settings, all settings and functions selected to that point are cancelled. The auto clear time can be changed in the key operator programs. (See the "Key operator’s guide".
LOADING PAPER When a tray runs out of paper, a message appears in the touch panel. Load paper in the tray. OPEN TRAY 1 AND ADD PAPER. 0 ORIGINAL A4 AUTO EXPOSURE SPECIAL MODES AUTO A4 PAPER SELECT 2-SIDED COPY A4 A3 OUTPUT 100% COPY RATIO 1 PAPER The specifications for the types and sizes of paper that can be loaded in the paper trays are shown below. For best results, use only SHARP recommended paper. Tray No.
BEFORE USING THE MACHINE Special papers Follow these guidelines when using special papers. Envelopes Do not use the following envelopes. (Misfeeds will occur.) • Envelopes with metal tabs, clasps, strings, holes, or windows. • Envelopes with rough fibbers, carbon paper, or glossy surfaces. • Envelopes with two or more flaps. • Envelopes with tape, film, or paper attached to the flap. • Envelopes with a fold in the flap. • Envelopes with glue on the flap to be moistened for sealing.
BEFORE USING THE MACHINE LOADING PAPER Make sure that the machine is not copying, printing, or printing a received fax, and then follow these steps to load paper. Loading the paper in the paper tray 1 Pull out the paper tray until it stops. If you are loading the same size of paper as was loaded previously, go to step 4. If you are loading a different size of paper, continue with the following step. 2 5 Load paper in the tray.
BEFORE USING THE MACHINE Loading paper in the bypass tray 1 Unfold the bypass tray. 3 Insert the copy paper (print side down) all the way into the bypass tray. To enable correct detection of the paper size, be sure to pull out the bypass tray extension. 2 Set the paper guides to the copy paper width. Important points when inserting paper in the bypass tray • Be sure to place A6 size paper or envelopes in the horizontal (landscape) orientation as shown in the following diagram.
BEFORE USING THE MACHINE CHANGING A TRAY’S PAPER TYPE AND PAPER SIZE SETTINGS When you change the paper in a tray, follow the steps below to change the tray’s paper type and paper size settings. The settings cannot be changed when operation has stopped because the paper ran out or a misfeed occurred, or when an interrupt copy job is being performed. Even in copy mode, the settings cannot be changed while a print job or received fax is being printed.
BEFORE USING THE MACHINE Setting the paper type in the bypass tray Use either of the following two methods to set the bypass tray's paper type setting. From the [CUSTOM SETTINGS] key From the [PAPER SELECT] key 1 Load paper in the bypass tray as explained in "Loading paper in the bypass tray" (p.18). 1 Load paper in the bypass tray as explained in "Loading paper in the bypass tray" (p.18). 2 Press the [CUSTOM SETTINGS] key. 2 Touch the [PAPER SELECT] key.
Chapter 2 2 COPY FUNCTIONS This chapter explains basic copying functions such as normal copying, reduction or enlargement, and exposure adjustment. MAIN SCREEN OF COPY MODE The main screen of copy mode shows messages, keys, and settings that are used for copying. Touch a key to make a selection. The main screen of copy mode appears when the [COPY] key is pressed. (Except when the custom settings screen appears.) COPY PRINT ON LINE DATA SCAN DATA LINE DATA FAX JOB STATUS CUSTOM SETTINGS ACC.
NORMAL COPYING COPYING FROM THE DOCUMENT GLASS If "AUDITING MODE" (p.56) has been enabled, enter your 5-digit account number. Note 1 Open the document cover/RSPF and place the original face down on the document glass. Note • To load paper, see "LOADING PAPER" (p.15). If you change the paper size in the tray, you will also need to change the tray's paper type and paper size settings. (p.
COPY FUNCTIONS COPYING FROM THE RSPF Note 1 • If "AUDITING MODE" (p.56) is enabled, enter your 5-digit account number. • If the RSPF is disabled in the key operator programs, the RSPF cannot be used. See the "Key operator's guide". Make sure that an original has not been left on the document glass and then close the RSPF. Note If an original remains on the document glass after a copy was made, "REMOVE THE ORIGINAL FROM THE DOCUMENT GLASS." will appear in the touch panel.
COPY FUNCTIONS POINTS TO NOTE WHEN MAKING COPIES Document glass and RSPF • Paper in a different orientation from the original can be selected if the auto paper select or auto image function has been selected. In this case, the image of the original will be rotated. • When copying a book or an original that has been folded or crumpled, press down gently on the document cover/RSPF. This will reduce shadow lines caused by uneven contact between the original and the document glass.
COPY FUNCTIONS Copying originals of mixed length (Mixed feeding) When using the RSPF, originals of mixed length can be fed together as long as the width of the originals is the same. To copy originals of mixed length, follow these steps: 1 Touch the [SPECIAL MODES] key. 4 Touch the [OK] key. OK SPECIAL MODES A4 2-SIDED COPY 2 Touch the key and then the [ORIGINAL SIZE] key. ORIGINAL SIZE 3 The setting is entered and you return to the main screen.
COPY FUNCTIONS BYPASS FEED (special paper) The bypass tray must be used to feed special papers such as transparency film and labels. The bypass tray can also be used to feed standard copy paper. 1 Place the original(s). (p.22, p.23) 2 Insert the paper (print face down) all the way into the bypass tray. For paper that can be used in the bypass tray, see "PAPER" (p.15). To load paper, see "Loading paper in the bypass tray" (p.18).
AUTOMATIC TWO-SIDED COPYING Two originals can be automatically copied onto both sides of a single sheet of paper. When the RSPF is used, two-sided copies of two-sided originals can easily be made.
COPY FUNCTIONS 5 Make sure that a suitable paper size is automatically selected, or select another size using the [PAPER SELECT] key. 7 EXPOSURE Remove the first original and then place the original for the back side on the document glass. Close the document cover/RSPF and then press the [START] key ( ). To cancel automatic two-sided copying, press the [CLEAR] key ( ). AUTO A4 PAPER SELECT 100% 6 Select the number of copies and any other desired copy settings, and then press the [START] key ( ).
EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT SELECTING THE ORIGINAL IMAGE TYPE AND MANUALLY ADJUSTING THE EXPOSURE [AUTO] is selected by default for automatic adjustment of the image according to the original. If you wish to specify the original image type or manually adjust the exposure, place the original in the RSPF or on the document glass, check the paper size, and then perform the following steps. 1 Touch the [EXPOSURE] key. 3 Manually adjust the copy exposure.
REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM There are three ways to enlarge and reduce copies: ● Automatic ratio selection according to the paper size ........................... AUTOMATIC RATIO SELECTION (below) ● Specifying a ratio with the reduce key, enlarge key, or zoom key ..................MANUAL RATIO SELECTION (p.31) ● Separately selecting vertical and horizontal ratios ........................................................... XY ZOOM copying (p.
COPY FUNCTIONS MANUAL RATIO SELECTION There are five (four) preset reduction ratios and five (four) preset enlargement ratios. In addition, the [ZOOM] keys ( , ) can be pressed to select the ratio in increments of 1%. 1 Place the original(s). (p.22, p.23) 2 Touch the [COPY RATIO] key. 4 Use the enlargement key or reduction key, or the [ZOOM] key ( / ) to set the desired copy ratio.
COPY FUNCTIONS 6 Make sure that a suitable paper size is automatically selected, or select another size using the [PAPER SELECT] key. EXPOSURE AUTO A4 PAPER SELECT 77% If AUTO PAPER SELECT is enabled, the appropriate copy paper size is automatically selected based on the original size and selected copy ratios. 7 Select the number of copies and any other desired copy settings, and then press the [START] key ( ). ACC.
COPY FUNCTIONS 4 X 100 1 Y 100 2 ZOOM 5 7 Touch the [X] key. 4 Use the reduction, enlargement, and [ZOOM] keys ( / ) to change the copy ratio in the vertical (Y) direction. The [X] key is selected (highlighted) by default, so there is normally no need to perform this step. (Go to step 5.) If the [X] key is not highlighted, perform this step. 70% 64% Y Y 50% Use the reduction, enlargement, and [ZOOM] keys ( / ) to change the copy ratio in the horizontal (X) direction.
INTERRUPTING A COPY RUN A copy run can be temporarily interrupted to allow another copy job to be performed. When the other job is finished, the copy run will resume using the original copy settings. Note 1 Automatic two-sided copying, sort/group copying, staple sort, cover copy, pamphlet copy, mixed feeding, job build, job programs, or multi shot copying cannot be used for interrupt copying. Press the [INTERRUPT] key ( interrupt the copy run.
3 Chapter 3 CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS This chapter explains special finishing functions and other convenient functions. COPY FINISHING FUNCTIONS This section explains the sort, group, and offset functions, as well as the staple sort function which is used to staple output collated with the sort function when a finisher is installed. SORT COPY GROUP COPY This function is used to collate sets of copies.
CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS 1 Place the originals in the RSPF or on the document glass. (p.22, p.23) 5 Touch the [OK] key. If originals are placed in the RSPF, the sort function is automatically selected. (To disable this function, see the "Key operator’s guide".) Example: 5 sets of copies or 5 copies per page of 3 originals OK OFFSET 6 Select the number of copies and any other desired copy settings, and then press the [START] key ( ). Originals 2 Touch the [OUTPUT] key. ACC.
CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS STAPLE SORT (when the finisher (AR-FN5N) is installed) This function collates the copies, staples each set, and delivers the sets to the offset tray. The staple sort function can only be used when a finisher is installed. Stapling position Portrait orientation Top left corner Landscape orientation Available paper sizes: A4 and B5 (8-1/2" x 11") Stapling capacity: For each size, up to 30 sheets can be stapled.
CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS 1 Place the original(s). (p.22, p.23) 2 Touch the [OUTPUT] key. 6 [When using the RSPF:] Copying will start after all originals have been scanned. [When using the document glass:] Replace the original with the next original and press the [START] key ( ). Repeat this step until all originals have been scanned, and then touch the [READ-END] key. 2-SIDED COPY OUTPUT PLACE NEXT ORIGINAL. PRESS [START]. WHEN FINISHED, PRESS [READ-END]. READ-END 3 Touch the [STAPLE SORT] key.
SPECIAL MODES When the [SPECIAL MODES] key in the main screen of copy mode is touched, the special modes screen will appear. This screen contains the following special function keys. Touch the [SPECIAL MODES] key in the main screen READY TO COPY.
CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS GENERAL PROCEDURE FOR USING THE SPECIAL FUNCTIONS 1 Touch the [SPECIAL MODES] key. SPECIAL MODES 2-SIDED COPY 2 Touch the key of the desired special mode. MARGIN SHIFT Example: Selecting the margin shift function PAMPHLET COPY Procedures for modes that require further settings are explained starting on the next page.
CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS MARGIN SHIFT COPY The margin shift function is used to automatically shift the text or image on the copy paper approximately 10 mm (1/2") in its initial setting. One-sided copying Image shifted to the right Margin Image shifted to the left • Right, left or down can be selected for the shift direction as shown in the illustration. Image shifted down Margin • The shift width (margin) can be set from 0 mm to 20 mm in increments of 1 mm (0" to 1" in increments of 1/8").
CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS ERASE COPY The erase function is used to erase the shadow lines on copies that are produced when copying thick originals or books. The erase modes that can be selected are shown below. The erase width is initially set to 10 mm (1/2"). EDGE ERASE Eliminates shadow lines around the edges of copies caused when heavy paper or a book is copied. CENTRE ERASE Eliminates shadow lines produced by the bindings of bound documents.
CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS DUAL PAGE COPY The dual page copy function produces separate copies of two adjoining pages on the document glass. It is especially useful when copying books and other bound documents. [Example] Copying the right and left pages of a book Book original Dual page copy • A reduction setting can be selected when using the dual page copy function, however, an enlargement setting cannot be selected. • The dual page copy function can only be used when copying from the document glass.
CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS PAMPHLET COPY The pamphlet copy function is used to arrange copies in the proper order for centre-stapling and folding into a booklet. Two original pages are copied onto each side of the copy paper, such that a total of four pages are copied onto each sheet. This function is convenient for arranging copies into an attractive booklet or pamphlet. [Example]: Copying 8 originals with pamphlet copy Originals (one-sided) The finished copies can be folded.
CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS JOB BUILD MODE Use this function when you need to copy more originals than can be placed in the RSPF at once. (The maximum number of originals that can be placed in the RSPF at once is 100.) Note • If the memory becomes full while scanning the originals, "MEMORY IS FULL. PRESS [START] TO BEGIN COPYING OR [CA] TO CANCEL." will appear. To copy only the originals that have been scanned, press the [START] key ( ) . To cancel the job, press the [CLEAR ALL] key ( ).
CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS MULTI SHOT COPY The multi shot copy function is used to copy two or four originals onto one sheet of copy paper in a specified order. Example: Copying four originals onto one sheet of paper (Page number: 4 in 1 ( ), layout: ( )) • When using the multi shot copy function, place the originals, select the desired paper size, and select the copy mode before selecting the multi shot copy function in the special modes screen.
CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS ORIGINAL SIZE If you wish to use the paper other than the automatically selected original size, original size setting is specified by the special modes. The mix feeding setting (p.25) is also selected here. 1 Touch the key and then touch the [ORIGINAL SIZE] key in the special modes menu screen. The original size setting screen will appear. AL MODES Touch the [OK] key in the special modes menu screen. You will return to the main screen of the copy mode.
CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS COVER COPY Cover copy mode is used to add a cover to the front or back, or both the front and back, of a multipage document. To use cover copy mode, the RSPF must be used.
CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS 1 Touch the key and then touch the [COVER] key in the special modes menu screen. L Select the cover(s) that you wish to add. CANCEL COVER BACK FRONT+BACK OK PRINT ON FRONT COVER? NO YES To add only a front cover, touch the [FRONT] key. To add only a back cover, touch the [BACK] key. To add both a front and back cover, touch the [FRONT+BACK] key. 3 4 About the steps that follow See page 23.
CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS B/W REVERSE COPY The B/W REVERSE feature is used to reverse black and white in a copy to create a negative image. original 1 Touch the key and then touch the [B/W REVERSE] key in the special modes menu screen. B/W REVERSE OVER 2 B/W reverse copy The [B/W REVERSE] key is highlighted. The B/W reverse icon ( ) will also appear in the screen to indicate that the function is enabled. Touch the [OK] key in the special modes screen. You will return to the main screen of copy mode.
4 Chapter 4 USER SETTINGS CUSTOM SETTINGS The custom settings let you adjust certain features of the machine to better suit your needs. The custom settings include the following settings: ●TOTAL COUNT ........................... This displays the number of pages output by the machine. (p.53) ●DISPLAY CONTRAST ................ This is used to adjust the contrast of the touch panel. (p.53) ●LIST PRINT*1 .............................. This is used to print a setting list or a font list. (p.53) ●CLOCK ......
USER SETTINGS GENERAL PROCEDURE FOR CUSTOM SETTINGS 1 Press the [CUSTOM SETTINGS] key. LINE DATA B STATUS CUSTOM SETTINGS 3 Touch the [OK] key in the setting screen to close it. 4 When you are ready to exit the custom settings, touch the [EXIT] key. CUSTOM SETTINGS 2 Touch the key of the desired setting. The setting screen will appear. Each of the custom settings is explained on the following pages. The [TRAY SETTINGS] key is selected in the following example.
USER SETTINGS SETTINGS Total count Keyboard select The total page count display shows the following counts: • Total number of copies and printed pages • Number of pages fed through the RSPF • Number of two-sided copies • Number of times the stapler was used • Number of pages sent using the network scanner function • Number of sent and received fax pages The counts that appear will vary depending on the peripheral equipment installed.
JOB PROGRAM MEMORY If you frequently use the same settings for copy jobs, you can store in the settings in a job program. Up to 10 job programs can be stored, and the programs are retained even when the power is turned off. By storing frequently used copy settings in a program, you can eliminate the bother of selecting the settings each time you use them for a copy job.
USER SETTINGS EXECUTING A JOB PROGRAM 1 Press the [ ] key. 3 Place the original, check the original size, and then set the number of copies and any other desired copy settings not stored in the program. When finished, press the [START] key ( ). S ACC.#-C 2 Touch the program number key of the desired program. ACC.#-C The job program will be executed. A number for which no job program has been stored cannot be selected. JOB PROGRAMS PRESS PROGRAM NUMBER.
AUDITING MODE When auditing mode is enabled, a count is kept of the number of pages printed or copied by each account (maximum of 100 accounts). The counts can be viewed whenever necessary. Note • Auditing mode can be enabled for all modes (copy mode, fax mode, network scanner mode, and printer mode) in the key operator programs. (See the "Key operator’s guide".) • To print in printer mode when auditing mode is enabled, enter your account number in the printer driver setup screen on your computer.
5 Chapter 5 .TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE This chapter explains troubleshooting procedures such as removing paper misfeeds and maintenance procedures such as replacing the toner cartridge and cleaning the machine. DISPLAY MESSAGES.................................................................................................................... 58 TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................................................................................
DISPLAY MESSAGES If one of the following messages appears in the display, take prompt action as instructed by the message. Message Cause and solution Page ENTER YOUR ACCOUNT NUMBER. Auditing mode is enabled. Enter your account number. A MISFEED HAS OCCURRED. Remove the misfeed as explained in "MISFEED REMOVAL". 64 2-SIDED COPIES CANNOT BE MADE ON THIS PAPER TYPE. This appears when you attempt to make two-sided copies on special paper that cannot be used for two-sided copying.
.TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE Message Cause and solution SELECTED PAPER TRAY IS OUT OF SERVICE. Contact your authorised service representative. CHECK STAPLER POSITION OR STAPLE JAM. Staples are jammed in the finisher or the staple case is not attached correctly. Check the staple case. If the message still appears after removing the jammed staples, disable the stapler using "DISABLING OF STAPLER" in the key operator programs (See the "Key operator’s guide.
TROUBLESHOOTING If you experience difficulty using the machine, check the following troubleshooting guide before calling for service. Many problems can be easily resolved by the user. If you are unable to solve the problem using the troubleshooting guide, turn off the power switch, unplug the machine, and contact your authorised service representative. The following problems are related to the general operation of the machine and copying.
.TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE Problem Cause and solution The document cover/RSPF was not opened completely when the original was placed on the document glass. → Open the document cover/RSPF completely, place the original on the document glass, and close the RSPF. Page - The original contains large black solid areas. Original size is not selected automatically, or copying does not take place on paper that matches the original size.
.TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE Paper feeding problems Problem When using paper fed from the bypass tray, the copied image is skewed. Cause and solution The number of sheets placed on the bypass tray exceeds the maximum number. Page 15 → Do not place more than the maximum number of sheets. The bypass guide is not adjusted to the size of the loaded paper. 18 → Adjust the bypass guide to the size of the loaded paper. The paper type setting is not correct.
.TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE Image quality problems Problem Cause and solution Page The image of the original is too light or too dark. → Select the correct original image type in the exposure setting and adjust the copying exposure. The copying exposure is set to "AUTO". Copies are too dark or too light. → The "EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT" key operator program can be used to adjust the exposure level used for "AUTO" exposure. Consult the administrator of the machine.
MISFEED REMOVAL When a misfeed occurs during copying, the message "MISFEED HAS OCCURRED." will appear in the touch panel and printing will stop. ● If the misfed paper tears during removal, remove the torn pieces. Take care not to touch the photoconductive drum while removing the pieces. Nicks and scratches on the drum will cause dirty copies. First, locate the misfeed 1 A MISFEED HAS OCCURRED. 2 1 3 2 4 3 4 5 5 6 Misfeed in the RSPF (p.65) Misfeed in the finisher (p.70) Misfeed in the machine (p.
.TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE MISFEED IN THE RSPF 1 Remove the misfed original. A B Section C Carefully remove the misfed original from the exit area. Check sections A, B, and C in the illustration at left and remove the misfed original. C Section A Document feeder cover Open the document feeder cover and carefully remove the misfed original from the document feeder tray. Close the document feeder cover.
.TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE MISFEED IN THE BYPASS TRAY 1 Carefully pull the misfed paper out. 2 Open and close the side cover. Make sure that the misfeed message is cleared. The message can also be cleared by opening and closing the front cover. If the message is not cleared, see "A. Misfeed in the paper feed area". MISFEED IN THE MACHINE Determine the location of the misfeed and remove it appropriately as indicated below. If paper is misfed, go to "B. Misfeed in the fusing area" (p.67).
.TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE 4 Close the front cover and side cover. Make sure that the misfeed message is cleared. B: Misfeed in the fusing area 1 Open the bypass tray and the side cover. 2 Press and pull it open gently on both sides of the front cover. 5 If you were unable to remove the misfeed in step 4, press down on the fusing unit paper guide knob to open the paper guide, and carefully remove the misfed paper. Caution 3 Turn the roller rotating knob in the direction of the arrow.
.TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE MISFEED IN THE CENTRE TRAY Remove the paper by pulling it into the centre tray. MISFEED IN THE UPPER PAPER TRAY Make sure that there is no misfed paper in the machine before pulling the tray out. (p.66) 1 Lift and pull out the upper paper tray and then remove the misfed paper. Be careful not to tear the misfed paper during removal. 2 Replace the upper paper tray. Push the upper paper tray in completely. 3 Open and close the side cover.
.TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE MISFEED IN THE LOWER PAPER TRAY ● Make sure that there is no misfed paper in the machine before pulling the tray out. (p.66) ● Use the following procedure to remove misfeeds that occur in the 500-sheet paper feed unit or 2 x 500-sheet paper feed unit. 1 Open the lower side cover. 2 Remove the misfed paper. Be careful not to tear the misfed paper during removal.
.TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE MISFEED IN THE UPPER EXIT AREA (when a job separator tray kit or finisher (AR-FN5N) is installed) If a job separator tray kit or a finisher is installed, a misfeed may occur in the upper exit area. 1 Open the upper right side cover. 3 Close the upper right side cover. Make sure that the misfeed message is cleared. 2 Gently pull the misfed paper out. Be careful not to tear the misfed paper during removal.
.TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE 3 If staple sort copying is being performed, open the paper guide and remove any misfed paper from the stapler compiler. 4 Close the stapler compiler cover. 5 If the offset tray is being used, remove any misfed paper from the offset tray. 5 6 If the top tray is being used, open the top cover, remove any misfed paper, and close the top cover. Make sure that the misfeed message is cleared.
REPLACING THE TONER CARTRIDGE To check how much toner remains in the toner cartridge (p.74), hold down the [COPY] key. The amount of toner remaining will appear in the display. When less than 25% of the toner remains, obtain a new toner cartridge as soon as possible. When "TONER SUPPLY IS LOW." appears in the display, be sure to have a new cartridge on hand for replacement at any time as little toner remains. When "CHANGE THE TONER CARTRIDGE.
STAPLE CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT (when the finisher (AR-FN5N) is installed) When the message "ADD STAPLES." appears, replace the staple cartridge as follows: 1 Open the stapler cover. 5 Remove the tape from the cartridge. 2 Grasp the green portion of the staple box and remove the staple box from the stapler. 6 Insert the staple box into the stapler unit until it clicks into place. 3 7 Close the stapler cover. Remove the staple cartridge from inside the staple box.
.TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE STAPLE JAM REMOVAL If staples become jammed in the stapler, the message "CHECK STAPLER POSITION OR STAPLE JAM." will appear. Follow these steps to remove the jammed staples. 1 Open the stapler cover. 4 Return the lever to its original position. 2 Grasp the green portion of the staple box and remove the staple box from the stapler. 5 Insert the staple box into the stapler unit until it clicks into place. 3 6 Close the stapler cover.
CLEANING THE MACHINE DOCUMENT GLASS AND DOCUMENT COVER/RSPF If the document glass, document cover/RSPF, or scanning glass for originals fed from the RSPF (the long narrow glass surface on the right side of the document glass) become dirty, the dirt may appear on copies. Always keep these parts clean. Stains or dirt on the document glass/document cover/RSPF will also be copied. Wipe the document glass, the document cover, the RSPF and the scanning window on the document glass with a soft, clean cloth.
6 Chapter 6 PERIPHERAL DEVICES AND SUPPLIES Optional equipments and supplies are explained in this chapter. To purchase optional equipment and supplies contact your authorised service representative. PERIPHERAL DEVICES FINISHER (AR-FN5N) See page 77. 500-SHEET PAPER FEED UNIT (AR-D21) See page 78. 2 x 500-SHEET PAPER FEED UNIT (AR-D22) See page 78. DOCUMENT COVER (AR-VR6) REVERSING SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-RP7) See page 79.
PERIPHERAL DEVICES AND SUPPLIES FINISHER (AR-FN5N) When an optional finisher (AR-FN5N) is installed, the machine can automatically staple the sorted copies. Each collated set of copies or group of copies can be stacked offset from the previous set. (Offset function p.
PERIPHERAL DEVICES AND SUPPLIES 500-SHEET PAPER FEED UNIT/ 2 x 500-SHEET PAPER FEED UNIT These paper feed units provide the convenience of increased paper capacity for the machine and a greater choice of paper sizes readily available for copying. The AR-D21 contains one 500-sheet paper tray and the AR-D22 contains two 500-sheet paper trays.
PERIPHERAL DEVICES AND SUPPLIES REVERSING SINGLE PASS FEEDER The reversing single pass feeder (RSPF) can automatically feed multi-page documents. If the RSPF is installed, two-sided originals can be copied automatically without having to manually turn them over. Part names Original guides Document feeder Document feeder tray cover Document transport cover Document transport cover knob Reversing tray Exit area Specifications AR-RP7 Acceptable originals Weight 35 g/m2 to 128 g/m2 (9 lbs. to 34 lbs.
7 Chapter 7 APPENDIX SPECIFICATIONS Model AR-M236 Type Digital Multifunction System, Desktop Photoconductive type OPC drum Document glass type Fixed Copy system Dry, electrostatic transfer Originals Sheets, bound documents Originals size Max. A3 (11" x 17") Copy size 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.
APPENDIX Developer system Magnetic brush development Light source Xenon lamp Resolution Scan: 400 dpi Scan: 400 dpi Gradation Scanning: 256 Printing: 2 value Power supply Local voltage ±10% (For this machine power supply requirements, see the name plate located on the back of the machine.) Power consumption Max. 1.4 kW Output: 600 dpi Output: 1200 dpi (AUTO/TEXT/PHOTO mode) (SUPER PHOTO mode) Overall dimensions 623 mm (W) x 609.
INDEX Symbols [#/P] key ...................................................... 10, 54, 55 2-8 2 x 500-sheet paper feed unit ..................... 69, 76, 78 256MB expansion memory board ........................... 76 [2-SIDED COPY] key .................................. 21, 27, 28 500-sheet paper feed unit ........................... 69, 76, 78 512MB expansion memory board ........................... 76 8MB fax memory ..................................................... 76 A ABCDEF configuration .........
H Handles ..................................................................... 8 Heavy paper............................................................ 15 How to place the original - Document glass ............................................... 22 - RSPF ............................................................... 23 I Icon (Job status screen).......................................... 12 Important points when inserting paper in the bypass tray ....................................................
Paper type................................................... 15, 19, 20 Paper weight ........................................................... 15 Part names and functions - Operation panel ............................................... 10 Peripheral devices................................................... 76 Photoconductive drum ........................................ 9, 66 Plain paper .............................................................. 15 Points to note when making copies.................
INDEX BY PURPOSE Preparations Bypass tray, loading paper in...................................18 Document cover, removing ......................................24 Initial settings, returning to .......................................14 Paper size, changing................................................19 Paper type, changing ...............................................19 Paper, loading ..........................................................17 Power, turning off .......................................
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Caution: This connector is only intended for service purposes. Any connection to this terminal may cause malfunctions of the copy machine. Instruction for service technician: The cable length for the service terminal has to be less than 3 m (10 feet).
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