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This chapter explains how to load paper, replace the toner cartridge,
and remove paper misfeeds. It also contains information about supplies.

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LOADING PAPER................................................................................... 2-2

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Identifying the trays ......................................................................... 2-2

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Loading paper in paper tray 1 - tray 2 ............................................. 2-2

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Loading paper in paper tray 3 ......................................................... 2-3

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Changing the paper size in paper tray 3 ......................................... 2-3

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Changing the paper size in paper tray 4 ......................................... 2-4

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Loading paper in paper tray 5 (optional large capacity tray) ........... 2-5

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Specifications (optional large capacity tray).................................... 2-5

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Loading paper in the bypass tray .................................................... 2-6

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used in the trays)............................................................................. 2-8

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Setting the paper type and paper size ............................................ 2-10

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Setting the paper size when a special size is loaded...................... 2-12

CUSTOM SETTINGS ............................................................................. 2-13

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General procedure for custom settings ........................................... 2-13

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About the settings ........................................................................... 2-15

REPLACING THE TONER CARTRIDGES ............................................. 2-16

STORAGE OF SUPPLIES ...................................................................... 2-17

MISFEED REMOVAL ............................................................................. 2-18

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Misfeed removal guidance .............................................................. 2-18

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Misfeed in the transport area, fusing area, and exit area................ 2-19

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Misfeed in the duplex unit ............................................................... 2-20

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Misfeed in the paper feed area ....................................................... 2-21

REMOVING AN ORIGINAL MISFEED ................................................... 2-25

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Removing a misfed original from the automatic document feeder .. 2-25

TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................ 2-26

If the paper runs out during printing, a message will appear in the display.
Follow the procedure below to load paper.

The trays are identified using numbers as shown below.
For the types and sizes of paper that can be used in each tray, see page 2-8.

A4 or 8-1/2" x 11" size paper can be loaded in tray 1. A4, B5 or 8-1/2" x 11" size paper can be loaded in tray 2. These
are parallel large-capacity trays that allow a total of approximately 2000 sheets of SHARP standard paper (80g/m

2

(20lbs.)) to be loaded. If you wish to change the paper size of tray 1 or tray 2, please consult your dealer (the paper
size must be changed by a service technician).

Gently pull the tray out
until it stops.

Lift the paper guide and
load paper in tray 1.*

1

Approximately 800 sheets
of SHARP standard paper
(80g/m

2

 (20lbs.)) can be

loaded.
Be sure to return the
paper guide to its
original position after
loading the paper.
Load paper in tray 2.*

1

Approximately 1200
sheets of SHARP
standard paper (80g/m

2

(20lbs.)) can be loaded.

*1 The paper stack must not be higher than the indicator line.

Tray 1
This is the left large capacity tray.

Tray 2
This is the right large capacity tray.

Tray 5
This is an optional large capacity tray.

1

2

3

4

5

6

NOTES
● Do not use curled or folded paper. Doing so may cause a misfeed.

● Do not place heavy objects or press hard on any tray which is pulled out.

● Do not place objects on the large-capacity tray. This may damage the tray or interfere with operation.

● Load paper with the print side face up. However, when the paper type is set to "PRE-PRINTED" or "LETTER

HEAD", load the paper face down*.
* If the two-sided function is disabled using "DISABLING OF DUPLEX" in the key operator programs(page 11

of the key operator's guide), load the paper face up.

Indicator line

Indicator line

Push the tray firmly all
the way into the
machine.

If the paper size was changed from an AB size to an
inch size, or from an inch size to an AB size, or if the
paper type was changed, be sure to change the
appropriate settings as explained in "Setting the
paper type and paper size" (See page 2-10).

Approximately 500 sheets of standard paper (80g/m

2

 (20lbs.)) from A3 to A5R size (11" x 17" to 5-1/2" x 8-1/2"R) can

be loaded in tray 3. Special papers such as tabbed paper and transparency film can also be loaded. For information
on what special papers can be used, see "Specifications of paper trays (Types and sizes of paper that can be used
in the trays)" on page 2-8. To load tabbed paper or transparency film, see "Loading tabbed paper" or "Loading
transparency film" on the next page.

Gently pull the tray out
until it stops.

The paper stack must not
be higher than the
indicator line (no more
than 500 sheets of
SHARP standard paper
(80g/m

2

 (20lbs.)).

To change the paper
size, see "Changing the

paper size in paper tray 3" below.

Push the tray firmly all
the way into the
machine.

If the paper size was changed from an AB size to an
inch size, or from an inch size to an AB size,  or if
the paper type was changed, be sure to change the
appropriate settings as explained in "Setting the
paper type and paper size" (see page 2-10).

If paper remains in the tray, remove it.

The guide plates A and
B are slidable. Adjust
them to the paper size to
be loaded while
squeezing their lock
levers.

Push the tray firmly all the way into the machine.

Be sure to change the appropriate settings as
explained in "Setting the paper type and paper size"
(see page 2-10).

If you changed the paper size, be sure to change
the paper size setting. An incorrect paper size
setting will cause the wrong paper to be
automatically selected and may prevent printing or
cause misfeeds.

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■ Loading tabbed paper

When using tabbed paper, follow the steps below to attach the special guide to the divider plate at the bottom
edge of the tabbed paper. (Tabbed paper cannot be used in tray 4.)

The guide is stored
inside the left side of the
machine as shown.
Be sure to replace the
guide when you have
finished using it.

Slide the divider plate to
the position of the
bottom edge of the
tabbed paper and attach
the guide so that it
covers the divider plate.

Place the tabbed paper
with the print side face
up.

[Example]
Make sure that the positions of the tabs correspond
with the originals as shown below.

(See "Setting the paper type and paper size" on
page  2-10)

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■ Loading transparency film

Be sure to load transparency film with the label facing down and the film oriented vertically. Smudging and a
dirty image may result if the film is loaded with the label facing up. (Transparency film cannot be used in tray 4.)

Plain paper from A3 to A5R size (11" x 17" to 5-1/2" x 8-1/2"R) can be loaded in tray 4. For paper that can be used,
see "Specifications of paper trays (Types and sizes of paper that can be used in the trays)" on page 2-8.
The procedures for loading paper in tray 4 and changing the paper size are the same as for tray 3 (see page 2-3).

ABC

DEF

GHI

JKL

Front side

1st page

1st page

2nd page

2nd page

3rd page

3rd page

4th page

4th page

Tabbed paper

Original

When referring to the explanations of tray 3, keep in mind that special papers such as tabbed paper and
transparency film cannot be used in tray 4. Use tray 3 for special paper.