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LOADING PAPER
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2
3
Gently push tray 1-tray 2 into the machine.
Push the tray firmly all
the way into the
machine.
the way into the
machine.
4
Set the paper type.
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).
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).
5
Loading paper in paper tray 1/tray 2 is now
complete.
complete.
Loading paper in paper tray 3
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.
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.
1
Pull out paper tray 3.
Gently pull the tray out
until it stops.
until it stops.
2
Load paper into the tray.
The paper stack must not
be higher than the
indicator line (no more
than 500 sheets of
SHARP standard paper
(80g/m
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
size, see "Changing the
paper size in paper tray 3" below.
3
Gently push tray 3 into the machine.
Push the tray firmly all
the way into the
machine.
the way into the
machine.
4
Set the paper type.
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).
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).
5
Loading paper in paper tray 3 is now
complete.
complete.
Changing the paper size in paper tray 3
1
Pull out paper tray 3.
If paper remains in the tray, remove it.
2
Adjust the guide plates A and B by
squeezing their lock levers and sliding
them to the paper size to be loaded.
squeezing their lock levers and sliding
them to the paper size to be loaded.
The guide plates A and
B are slidable. Adjust
them to the paper size to
be loaded while
squeezing their lock
levers.
B are slidable. Adjust
them to the paper size to
be loaded while
squeezing their lock
levers.
3
Load paper into the tray.
4
Gently push tray 3 into the machine.
Push the tray firmly all the way into the machine.
5
Set the paper type of the paper that was
loaded in tray 3.
loaded in tray 3.
Be sure to change the appropriate settings as
explained in "Setting the paper type and paper size"
(see page 2-10).
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.
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.
6
Changing the paper size in paper tray 3 is
now complete.
now complete.
LOADING PAPER
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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.)
edge of the tabbed paper. (Tabbed paper cannot be used in tray 4.)
1
Take out the tabbed paper guide.
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.
inside the left side of the
machine as shown.
Be sure to replace the
guide when you have
finished using it.
2
Pull out the tray and attach the guide.
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.
the position of the
bottom edge of the
tabbed paper and attach
the guide so that it
covers the divider plate.
3
Place the tabbed paper in the tray.
Place the tabbed paper
with the print side face
up.
with the print side face
up.
[Example]
Make sure that the positions of the tabs correspond
with the originals as shown below.
Make sure that the positions of the tabs correspond
with the originals as shown below.
4
Gently push the tray in and set the paper
type to tabbed paper.
type to tabbed paper.
(See "Setting the paper type and paper size" on
page 2-10)
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.)
dirty image may result if the film is loaded with the label facing up. (Transparency film cannot be used in tray 4.)
Changing the paper size in paper 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).
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).
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NOTE
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.
transparency film cannot be used in tray 4. Use tray 3 for special paper.
LOADING PAPER
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Loading paper in paper tray 5 (optional large capacity tray)
The large capacity tray can hold up to 3,500 sheets of A4 size (8-1/2" x 11") SHARP standard paper (80 g/m
2
(20
lbs.)). If you wish to change the paper size, please consult your dealer (the paper size must be changed by a service
technician).
technician).
1
Pull the tray out until it stops.
When the tray is in
operation, do not use
excessive force to pull
the tray out. This may
damage the tray.
operation, do not use
excessive force to pull
the tray out. This may
damage the tray.
2
Place the paper in the centre of the paper
table.
table.
The paper stack must
not be higher than the
indicator line (up to
3,500 sheets of SHARP
standard paper (80 g/m
not be higher than the
indicator line (up to
3,500 sheets of SHARP
standard paper (80 g/m
2
(20 lbs.))
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).
settings as explained in "Setting the paper type
and paper size" (See page 2-10).
3
Push the tray firmly all the way into the
machine.
machine.
The paper table will
automatically rise to the
paper feed position.
automatically rise to the
paper feed position.
Specifications (optional large capacity tray)
Specifications are subject to change for improvement without notice.
Name
Large capacity tray (AR-LC6)
Paper size
A4 (8-1/2" x 11")
Paper weight
60 to 105 g/m
2
(16 to 28 lbs.)
Paper capacity (plain)
3500 sheets (80 /m
2
(20 lbs.))
Dimensions
376 mm (W) x 546 mm (D) x 518 mm (H)
(14-23/32" (W) x 21-1/2" (D) x 20-13/32" (H))
(14-23/32" (W) x 21-1/2" (D) x 20-13/32" (H))
Power supply
Supplied from the main unit
Weight
Approximately 28.5 kg (62.9 lbs.)
Overall dimensions when
attached to machine
attached to machine
1347 mm (W) x 679 mm (D)
(53-3/64" (W) x 26-47/64" (D))
(53-3/64" (W) x 26-47/64" (D))
LOADING PAPER
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Loading paper in the bypass tray
The bypass tray can be used to print on plain paper, postcards, label sheets, tabbed paper, and other special papers.
When using SHARP standard paper, up to 100 sheets can be loaded (up to 20 postcards) for continuous printing
similar to the other trays. For the paper types that can be used in the bypass tray, see "Specifications of paper trays
(Types and sizes of paper that can be used in the trays)" on page 2-8.
When using SHARP standard paper, up to 100 sheets can be loaded (up to 20 postcards) for continuous printing
similar to the other trays. For the paper types that can be used in the bypass tray, see "Specifications of paper trays
(Types and sizes of paper that can be used in the trays)" on page 2-8.
1
Open the bypass tray.
When loading A3, B4,
A4R, 11" x 17", 8-1/2" x
14", 8-1/2" x 13" or
8-1/2" x 11"R size paper,
be sure to pull the
auxiliary tray all the way
out. If the auxiliary tray is
A4R, 11" x 17", 8-1/2" x
14", 8-1/2" x 13" or
8-1/2" x 11"R size paper,
be sure to pull the
auxiliary tray all the way
out. If the auxiliary tray is
not pulled all the way out, the size of the loaded
paper will not be correctly displayed.
paper will not be correctly displayed.
2
Set the bypass tray guides to the width of
the copy paper.
the copy paper.
3
Insert the copy paper all the way into the
bypass tray. (Do not force the paper in.)
bypass tray. (Do not force the paper in.)
Place the copy paper
face up. If the bypass
tray guides are set wider
than the copy paper, the
inside of the machine
may become soiled,
resulting in smudges on
face up. If the bypass
tray guides are set wider
than the copy paper, the
inside of the machine
may become soiled,
resulting in smudges on
succeeding copies. A gap may cause skewing
or wrinkling.
or wrinkling.
4
Set the type and size of the paper loaded in
the bypass tray.
the bypass tray.
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).
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).
5
This completes the procedure for loading
paper in the bypass tray.
paper in the bypass tray.
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■ Loading tabbed paper in the bypass
tray
[Example]
Make sure that the positions of the tabs correspond
with the originals as shown below.
Make sure that the positions of the tabs correspond
with the originals as shown below.
Place the tabbed paper face up.
NOTE
After loading the paper in the bypass tray, be sure to set the paper type and size (step 4) if these were changed.
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