Digital Laser Copier/Printer Operation Manual MODEL AL-1551
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CONTENTS 1 GETTING STARTED INTRODUCTION 3 CAUTIONS 3 MAIN FEATURES 4 PART NAMES 6 OPERATION PANEL 7 2 INSTALLATION COPIER INSTALLATION 8 CAUTIONS ON HANDLING 9 CHECKING PACKED COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES UNPACKING 10 REMOVING PROTECTIVE PACKING MATERIALS 11 INSTALLING THE TD CARTRIDGE 12 LOADING COPY PAPER (installing the paper tray) 13 POWER TO COPIER 15 POWER ON 16 – Initial settings of operation panel 16 3 MAKING COPIES PAPER 17 NORMAL COPYING 18 – Stream feeding mode 22 EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT/PHOTO COP
CONTENTS 5 SUPPLIES AND USER MAINTENANCE TD CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT 29 DRUM CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT USER MAINTENANCE 6 30 32 – Cabinet 32 – Original table and original cover – Transfer charger – When copier is not in use 32 33 34 COPIER TROUBLE? MISFEED REMOVAL 35 – A Misfeed in the paper feed area – B Misfeed in the fusing area – C Misfeed in the transport area 36 36 37 – D Misfeed in the lower paper feed area – E Misfeed in the RSPF TROUBLESHOOTING 41 STATUS INDICATORS 42 39 AUTOM
1 GETTING STARTED This chapter provides basic information for using the copier. 1 INTRODUCTION Getting started This copier has been designed to provide intuitive operating ease while requiring a minimum amount of space. To get full use of all copier features, be sure to familiarize yourself with this manual and the copier. For quick reference during copier use, keep this manual in a handy location. This copier can be used as a laser printer. This manual describes only the copier features.
CAUTIONS 1 Getting started ● Place the copier on a firm, level surface. ● Do not install the copier in a humid or dusty location. ● When the copier is not used for long time, for example for consecutive holidays, turn the power switch off and remove the power cord from the outlet. ● 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.
MAIN FEATURES Substantial copying functions Zoom copying from 50% to 200% in 1% increments can be performed. ● Continuous copying of maximum 99 sheets can also be performed. ● Automatic document feeding through the reversing single pass feeder (RSPF) can be performed. ● Toner save mode reduces toner consumption by approximately 10%. ● User programs allow setting/modification of functions for customer’s needs. ● Automatic two-sided copying can be performed.
PART NAMES RSPF exit area Original guides Document feeder tray Original table 1 Original cover Getting started Operation panel Feeding roller cover Side cover Bypass tray Bypass tray guides Paper tray Front cover Handle Side cover open button Paper output tray Paper output tray extension Parallel interface connector Power cord socket Power switch TD cartridge lock release button TD cartridge Handle Drum cartridge Drum cartridge handle Transfer charger Fusing unit release lever 6 Charger
OPERATION PANEL 200% 129% 100% 78% 64% 50% 100% 81/2 x14 81/2 x 11 81/2 x11 51/2 x 81/2 MIN. 1 ZOOM Getting started Original to copy key and indicators : Two-sided copies from onesided originals. Turn on Long Edge or Turn on Short Edge can be selected. : Two-sided copies from twosided originals. (Can be selected only when the RSPF is used.) : Single-sided copies from twosided originals. (Can be selected only when the RSPF is used.
2 INSTALLATION Follow the installation procedure below to use the copier properly. COPIER INSTALLATION 2 Improper installation may damage the copier. Please note the following during initial installation and whenever the copier is moved. Installation 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.
COPIER INSTALLATION Be sure to allow the required space around the machine for servicing and proper ventilation. 8"(20cm) 4" (10cm) 8"(20cm) 4" (10cm) A small amount of ozone is produced within the copier during operation. The emission level is insufficient to cause any health hazard. NOTE: The present recommended long term exposure limit for ozone is 0.1 ppm (0.2 mg/m3) calculated as an 8 hr. time-weighted average concentration.
CHECKING PACKED COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES Open the carton and check if the following components and accessories are included. Interface cable (IBM PC/AT or compatible computer) Power cord 2 Installation Operation manual Printer driver (CD-ROM) TD cartridge Copier Drum cartridge (installed in copier) ● If anything is not included or is damaged, contact our Technical Assistance Department at 1-(630)378-3590 in the USA or 1-877-SHARP-CC (toll free)/ 905-568-7140 in Canada.
REMOVING PROTECTIVE PACKING MATERIALS 1 Remove all pieces of tape shown in the illustration below. Then open the original and . cover and remove protective materials , 2 Installation 2 Use a coin (or suitable object) to remove the screw. Store the screw in the paper tray because it will be used if the copier has to be moved. (p.
INSTALLING THE TD CARTRIDGE 1 Open the bypass tray and then open the side cover while pressing the side cover open button. 2 Bypass tray Installation 2 Remove the CAUTION tape from the front cover and remove the two protective pins from the fusing unit by pulling the strings upward one at a time. CAUTION tape 3 Push gently on both sides of the front cover to open the cover. 4 Remove the TD cartridge from the bag. Remove the protective paper.
INSTALLING THE TD CARTRIDGE 5 Gently insert the TD cartridge until it locks in place. 6 Close the front cover and then the side cover by pressing the round projections near the side cover open button. 2 Installation When closing the covers, be sure to close the front cover securely and then close the side cover. If the covers are closed in the wrong order, the covers may be damaged.
LOADING COPY PAPER 2 Remove the pressure plate lock. Rotate the pressure plate lock in the direction of the arrow to remove it while pressing down the pressure plate of the paper tray. 3 Store the pressure plate lock which has been removed in step 2 and the screw which has been removed when unpacking (see page 11, step 2 of REMOVING PROTECTIVE PACKING MATERIALS) in the front of the paper tray. To store the pressure plate lock, rotate the lock to fix it on the relevant location.
LOADING COPY PAPER 6 Gently push the paper tray back into the copier. After loading copy paper, to cancel the blinking “P” without restarting copying, press the clear ( ) key. The “P” in the display will go out and the ready ( ) indicator will light up. 2 Installation POWER TO COPIER 1 Ensure that the power switch of the copier is in the OFF position. Insert the attached power cord into the power cord socket at the rear of the copier.
POWER ON Turn the power switch on the left side of the copier to the “ON” position. The ready ( ) indicator will light up and other indicators which show the initial settings of the operation panel will also light up to indicate the ready condition. For the initial settings, see the “Initial settings of operation panel” described below. ● The copier will enter a power save mode once the set time has elapsed without any copier operation after the last copy of a run is made or power is turned on.
3 MAKING COPIES This chapter describes basic copying functions and some other copying functions using the bypass tray. PAPER For best results, use only paper recommended by SHARP. Type of paper feeding Type of media Size Weight Standard paper Letter (8-1/2" x 11") Legal (8-1/2" x 14") Invoice (5-1/2" x 8-1/2") A4 (210mm x 297mm) B5 (182mm x 257mm) A5 (148.5mm x 210mm) 15 lbs. to 21 lbs.
NORMAL COPYING This copier has two document input stations - a reversing single pass feeder (RSPF) for automatic document feeding and an original table for manual handling of documents. The RSPF is designed to hold up to 30 originals measuring from 5-1/2" x 8-1/2" to 8-1/2" x 14" and weighing from 14 to 23 lbs. When copying from the RSPF, two-side originals can be copied automatically without having to manually turn them over. Automatic two-sided copying can also be performed with this copier.
NORMAL COPYING A. When using the RSPF: (1) Make sure that no original is left on the original table. (2) Adjust the original guides to the size of originals. (3) Set the originals face up in the document feeder tray. ● Before feeding originals in the document feeder tray, be sure to remove any staples or paper clips from them. ● Before placing curled or wavy originals into the document feeder tray, be sure to flatten them. If not, original misfeeds may result.
NORMAL COPYING When copying a book or an original which has been folded or a crumpled original, press down the original cover lightly. If the original cover is not securely closed, the copies may be striped or blurred. A book, an original which has been folded, or a crumpled original 3 Select the desired original to copy mode. 4 Making copies A. When copying in the one-sided to one-sided mode: Ensure that no indicator is lit among the original to copy indicators. B.
NORMAL COPYING 5 Ensure that the desired paper tray is selected. ● Paper sizes that can be used in the duplex copy mode are letter, legal, and invoice. (When copying from the original table in the duplex copy mode, only letter size paper can be used.) ● The bypass tray cannot be used in the duplex copy mode. 200% 129% 100% 78% 64% 50% MAX. 51/2 x 81/2 81/2 x11 100% 81/2 x14 81/2 x 11 81/2 x11 51/2 x 81/2 MIN.
NORMAL COPYING 8 When making two-sided copies from the original table, place the second original on the original table and press the print ( ) key. To cancel two-sided copying after scanning the first original, press the clear ( ) key. Stream feeding mode The stream feeding mode allows easy operation of continuous copying from the RSPF. If the stream feeding mode has been enabled using user program No.
EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT/PHOTO COPYING 3 Use the light ( ) and dark ( ) keys to adjust the exposure level. If exposure level 2 is selected, the two left-handmost indicators for that level will light up simultaneously. Also, if level 4 is selected, the two right-handmost indicators for that level will light up simultaneously. 4 Set the number of copies using the copy quantity ( ( ) key.
REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM To decrease or increase the zoom ratio rapidly, press and hold down the or key. However the value will stop at the preset reduction or enlargement ratios. To move beyond these ratios, release the key and then press and hold it down again. 200% 129% 100% 78% 64% 50% 3 3 MAX. 51/2 x 81/2 81/2 x11 100% 81/2 x14 81/2 x 11 81/2 x11 51/2 x 81/2 MIN. MAX. 51/2 x 81/2 81/2 x11 100% 81/2 x14 81/2 x 11 81/2 x11 51/2 x 81/2 MIN.
BYPASS FEED To close the bypass tray, perform step1 and then step 2 in the illustration and push the round projections at the right of the tray until they click. 3 Set the paper guides to the copy paper width. Insert the copy paper (print face down) all the way into the bypass tray. ● Paper must be fed narrow side into the feed slot. Transparency film, labels, and other special purpose papers must be fed individually. ● When copying onto transparency film, remove each copy promptly.
4 SPECIAL FUNCTIONS DESCRIPTION OF SPECIAL FUNCTIONS This chapter describes the special functions of this copier. Use these functions as needed. Toner save mode (page 26) Reduces toner consumption by approximately 10%. Power save modes (page 27) The copier has two power save modes of operation: preheat mode and auto power shut-off mode.
TONER SAVE MODE 2 Press and hold down the exposure mode selector key for approximately 5 seconds. The manual ( ) indicator will go out and the photo ( ) indicator will begin to blink. The exposure indicator marked “5” will light up, indicating the standard toner mode is active. 3 To enter the toner save mode, press the light ( ) key. The exposure indicator marked “1” will light up, indicating the toner save mode is selected. 4 Special functions 4 Press the exposure mode selector key twice.
USER PROGRAMS 3 Press the print ( ) key. The entered program number will be steadily lit and the currently selected parameter number for the program will blink on the right side of the display. 4 Select the desired parameter using the right copy quantity ( parameter number will blink on the right of the display. Program No. 4 Mode ) key. The entered Parameters 1 Auto clear time 0 3 OFF 90 sec. 1 4 30 sec. * 2 120 sec. 5 60 sec. 10 sec. 2 Preheat mode 0 30 sec. 1 60 sec. * 2 90 sec.
5 SUPPLIES AND USER MAINTENANCE This chapter describes how to replace the TD cartridge and the drum cartridge. Be sure to use only genuine SHARP parts and supplies. TD CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT The TD cartridge replacement required ( ) indicator will light up when toner is needed. For more information on purchasing the TD cartridge, see SUPPLY PART NUMBERS AND STORAGE on page 46.
TD CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT 3 Install a new TD cartridge. To install the new cartridge, see page 12, INSTALLING THE TD CARTRIDGE. 4 Close the front cover and then the side cover by pressing the round projections near the side cover open button. The indicator will go out and the ready ( ) indicator will light up. When closing the covers, be sure to close the front cover securely and then close the side cover. If the covers are closed in the wrong order, the covers may be damaged.
DRUM CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT 4 Remove the new drum cartridge from the protective bag and remove the protective cover from the cartridge. Then gently install the new drum cartridge. Do not touch the surface of the drum (green portion) of the cartridge. Doing so may cause smudges on the copies. 5 Gently install the TD cartridge. To install the TD cartridge, see page 12, INSTALLING THE TD CARTRIDGE.
USER MAINTENANCE Proper care is essential in order to get clean, sharp copies. Be sure to take a few minutes to regularly clean the copier. Before cleaning, be sure to turn the power switch off and remove the power cord from the outlet. Do not use thinner, benzene or other volatile cleaning agents. Doing so may cause deformation, discoloration, deterioration or malfunction. Cabinet Wipe the cabinet with a soft, clean cloth.
USER MAINTENANCE Transfer charger If copies start becoming streaky or blotchy, the transfer charger may be dirty. Clean the charger using the following procedure. 1 Turn the power switch off. 2 Ensure that the bypass tray is open and then open the side cover while pressing the side cover open button. 3 Take the charger cleaner out by holding the tab. Set the charger cleaner onto the right end of the transfer charger, gently slide the cleaner to the left end, and then remove it.
USER MAINTENANCE When copier is not in use To prevent entry of dust and foreign matter, store the copier as follows. 1 5 Supplies and user maintenance 34 Remove the power cord and secure the copier using tape (four locations).
6 COPIER TROUBLE? This chapter describes misfeed removal and troubleshooting. MISFEED REMOVAL When the misfeed ( ) indicator blinks or blinks in the display, the copier will stop because of a misfeed. If a misfeed occurs when using the RSPF, a number may appear in the display after a minus sign. This indicates the number of the originals that must be returned to the document feeder tray after a misfeed. Return the required number of originals.
MISFEED REMOVAL A Misfeed in the paper feed area 1 Gently remove the misfed paper from the paper feed area as shown in the illustration. When blinks in the display and the misfed paper is not seen from the paper feed area, pull out the paper tray and remove the misfed paper. If the paper cannot be removed, proceed to “B Misfeed in the fusing area”. The fusing unit is hot. Do not touch the fusing unit when removing misfed paper. Doing so may cause a burn or other injury.
MISFEED REMOVAL 3 ● Do not touch the surface of the drum (green portion) of the drum cartridge when removing the misfed paper. Doing so may cause smudges on copies. ● Do not remove the misfed paper from above the fusing unit. Unfixed toner on the paper may stain the paper transport area, resulting in smudges on copies. Raise the fusing unit release lever and then close the side cover by pressing the round projections near the side cover open button.
MISFEED REMOVAL 3 Rotate the feeding roller in the direction of the arrow and gently remove the misfed paper from the exit area. Feeding roller 4 Raise the fusing unit release lever, close the front cover and then close the side cover by pressing the round projections near the side cover open button. The misfeed ( ) indicator will go out and the ready ( ) indicator will light up. When closing the covers, be sure to close the front cover securely and then close the side cover.
MISFEED REMOVAL E Misfeed in the RSPF An original misfeed may occur at one of three locations: if the misfed original is seen from the document feeder tray, (A) in the document feeder tray; if the misfed original is not seen from the document feeder tray, (B) in the exit area or (C) under the feeding roller. Remove the misfed original following the instructions for each location. (A) Open the feeding roller cover and pull the original gently to the left and out from the document feeder tray.
MISFEED REMOVAL (C) If the original does not move easily into the exit area, remove it in the direction of the arrow while rotating the knob. A number may appear in the display after a minus sign, indicating the number of the originals that must be returned to the document feeder tray. Clear the misfeed and return the required number of originals. Then press the print ( ) key to resume copying.
TROUBLESHOOTING If any problem occurs, check the list below before contacting our Technical Assistance Department. Problem Possible cause Copier plugged in? Power switch on? Side cover closed securely? Front cover closed? Copier does not operate. Blank copies Power save ( indicator on. ) Copies are too dark or too light. Striped copies Paper misfeeds frequently. Images rub off the copy easily.
STATUS INDICATORS When the following indicators light up or blink on the operation panel or the following alphanumeric codes appear in the display, solve the problem immediately referring to both the table below and the relevant page. Be sure to use only genuine SHARP parts and supplies.
AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT The automatic exposure level can be adjusted to suit your copying needs. This level is set for copying from the original table and copying from the RSPF respectively. 1 When adjusting the automatic exposure level for copying from the RSPF, place an original in the document feeder tray and make sure that the RSPF ( ) indicator lights up. When adjusting the level for copying from the original table, make sure that no original is left in the document feeder tray.
7 APPENDIX SPECIFICATIONS 7 Appendix 44 Type Digital laser copier/printer, desk-top type Copy system Dry, electrostatic transfer Originals Sheets, bound documents Original size Max. 10" x 14" (Max. 8-1/2" x 14" for RSPF) Automatic original feed (RSPF) Up to 30 sheets Copy sizes 8-1/2" x 14" to 3-1/2" x 5-1/2" (Feed copy paper lengthwise only.) Image loss: Max. 5/32" (4 mm) (leading and trailing edges) Max. 11/64" (4.5 mm) (along the other edges in totals) Max.
SPECIFICATIONS Memory 6 MB Power supply AC 120V (±10%), 60 Hz (±2%) Power consumption 1,000 W Overall dimensions 31.9" (W) x 18.8" (D) (809 mm (W) x 477 mm (D)) Weight (Approximately) 54.3 lbs. (24.6 kg) TD and drum cartridges included Copier dimensions 20.4" (W) x 18.8" (D) x 18.3" (H) (518 mm (W) x 477 mm (D) x 464 mm (H)) Operating conditions Temperature: 50°F to 86°F (10°C to 30°C) Humidity: 20% to 85% Noise level Sound Power Level LWA (1B=10dB) Copying: 7.
SUPPLY PART NUMBERS AND STORAGE When ordering supplies, please use the correct part numbers as listed below. Be sure to use only genuine SHARP parts and supplies. 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. Look for the Genuine Supplies label on the toner package. Supply list Supply Part number Usable life TD cartridge AL-100TD Approx. 6,000 sheets* AL-110TD Approx.
MOVING INSTRUCTIONS When moving this copier, follow the procedure below. When moving this copier, be sure to remove the TD cartridge in advance. 1 Turn the power switch off and disconnect the power cord. 2 Ensure that the bypass tray is open and then open the side cover while pressing the side cover open button. Push gently on both sides of the front cover to open the cover. 3 Gently pull the TD cartridge out while pressing the lock release button. See page 29, TD CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT.
INDEX A Auto clear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26, 27 Automatic exposure adjustment . . . . . . 43 Auto power shut-off mode . . . . . . . . 26, 27 B Bypass tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 C Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Cautions on handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Charger cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Copier trouble? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Copying – normal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX P Packed components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Paper – loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 – special . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 – specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Paper feed area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Paper output tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Paper output tray extension . . . . . . . . 6, 18 Paper size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Paper transport area . . . . . . . . . .
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