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MODEL
AL-1651CS
AL-1661CS
DIGITAL MULTIFUNCTIONAL
SYSTEM
OPERATION MANUAL
Page
PREPARATIONS
9
LOADING PAPER
18
MAKING COPIES
24
CONVENIENT COPY
FUNCTIONS
30
SETTING UP THE
SOFTWARE
40
PRINTER/SCANNER
FUNCTIONS 59
USER SETTINGS
64
TROUBLESHOOTING AND
MAINTENANCE
71
APPENDIX
92
AL-1651CS/AL-1661CS
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FOR YOUR PROTECTION... To aid in reporting this unit in case of loss or theft, please record below the model number and serial number located on the back of the unit. We also suggest you record all the information listed and retain for future reference. MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE Dealer Address City State Zip
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CONTENTS CAUTIONS................................................................................................................ 3 ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION ......................................................................... 5 INTRODUCTION....................................................................................................... 6 MAIN FEATURES ..................................................................................................... 7 1 PREPARATIONS PART NAMES ....
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6 PRINTER/SCANNER FUNCTIONS USING THE PRINTER MODE ........................................................................ 60 BASIC PROCEDURE FOR PRINTING........................................................... 60 USING THE SCANNER MODE....................................................................... 61 SCANNING USING THE KEYS ON THE MACHINE ...................................... 61 SCANNING FROM YOUR COMPUTER......................................................... 62 OPERATION IN COP
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CAUTIONS Caution label on the machine The label ( ) in the fusing area of the machine indicates the following: : Caution, risk of danger : Caution, hot surface Cautions on using the machine Follow the cautions below when using this 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. • Do not switch the machine rapidly on and off. After turning the machine off, wait 10 to 15
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Cautions on handling the machine Be careful in handling the machine as follows to maintain the performance of this machine. Do not drop the machine, subject it to shock or strike it against any object. Do not expose the drum cartridge to direct sunlight. • Doing so will damage the surface (green portion) of the drum cartridge, causing smudges on copies. Store spare supplies such as drum cartridges and TD cartridges in a dark place without removing from the package before use. • If they are e
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ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION For users in the USA ® As an ENERGY STAR Partner, SHARP has determined that ® ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy this product meets the efficiency. Safety precautions: This Digital Copier is rated Class 1 and complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 of the CDRH standards. This means that the unit does not produce hazardous laser radiation. For your safety, observe the precautions below. • Do not remove the cabinet, operation panel or any other covers. • The unit’s e
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INTRODUCTION Some model may not be available in some countries. Note 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 familiarize yourself with this manual and the machine. For quick reference during machine use, keep this manual in a handy location. About the operation manuals The operation manuals for the machine are as follows: Op
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1 2 3 1 2 3 1 2 3 1 1 MAIN FEATURES High-speed laser copying 1 2 First-copy time* at 300 dpi* is only 9.6 seconds. Copying speed is 16 copies per minute at 300 dpi, 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. Resolution indicates how much detail can be reproduced i
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Laser printer function • Printer function The accompanying printer driver can be installed to enable use of the machine as a printer. • Network printer function A LAN port is provided as a standard feature that allows the machine to be used as a network printer. Color scanner function • The accompanying scanner driver can be installed and the machine connected to a computer using a USB cable to enable use as a scanner. Environment and people friendly design • Preheat mode and auto power shu
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Chapter 1 PREPARATIONS 1 This chapter provides basic information that you should know before using the machine. 1 PART NAMES The following illustration shows the part names of the AL-1651CS. The illustrations in this manual show the AL-1651CS. The appearance Note of your machine may be different depending on the model, however, the basic operations are the same. RSPF Reversing tray Original guides Document feeder cover 1 Exit area 2 Document feeder tray 5 3 6 7 4 Bypass tray Interface USB port
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PREPARATIONS Operation panel 1 AL-1651CS 6 7 8 9 10 11 1 1 1 8 8 8 [MODE SELECT] key / Mode indicators [TRAY SELECT] key ( ) Press this key to select the mode. The Use to select the paper tray that has the indicator of the selected mode lights (copy, desired paper for copying. printer, scanner, and fax mode indicators). 9 9 9 Tray location indicator 2 Display Indicates the selected paper tray. The This shows messages indicating the indicator blinks when the tray is out of machine status and a
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PREPARATIONS 2 3 4 5 1 Display READY TO COPY 100% 8.5x11 0 18 19 20 21 12 13 14 15 16 17 15 15 15 [COPY RATIO] key 18 Shows the current copy ratio. Press to select an enlargement or Shows the selected paper size. 19 reduction ratio. 20 Shows the number of copies that has To select a preset ratio setting, press the been entered with the numeric keys. [COPY RATIO] key and select the desired preset ratio. To select a ratio 21 A checkmark " " appears when the that is not preset, press the
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CHECKING PACKED COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES Open the carton and check if the following components and accessories are included. If anything is missing or damaged, contact our Technical Assistance Department at 1-(630)378-3590 in the USA or 905-568-7140 in Canada. If the machine does not function properly during setup or use, or if a Note function cannot be used, see "TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE" (p.71). Operation manual Software CD-ROM Drum cartridge (installed in machine) TD cartridge
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PREPARING THE MACHINE FOR INSTALLATION Be sure to hold the handles on both 1 sides of the machine to unpack the machine and carry it to the installation location. 1 Remove all pieces of tape shown in the illustration below and 2 then open the RSPF and remove the protective materials. Take out the bag containing the TD cartridge. Release the scan head locking switch. 3 The scan head locking switch is under the document glass. If the switch is locked ( ), the machine will not operate. Unlock
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INSTALLING THE TD CARTRIDGE Open the bypass tray, and 1 then open the side cover. Remove the CAUTION tape from the front cover and remove the 2 two protective pins from the fusing machine by pulling the strings upward one at a time. Protective pins CAUTION tape Press gently on both sides of 3 the front cover to open the cover. Remove the TD cartridge from the bag. Remove the protective 4 paper. Hold the cartridge on both sides and shake it horizontally four or five times. Hold the tab of
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PREPARATIONS While pushing the lock release 5 Lock release button button, gently insert the TD cartridge until it locks into place. 1 Close the front cover and then 6 the side cover by pressing the round projections near the side cover open button. When closing the covers, be Note 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. Ensure that the power switch of the machine is in the OFF 7 posit
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POWER ON AND OFF The power switch is located on the left side of the machine. If you use the machine in a country other than the country Warning where the machine was purchased, you will need to make sure that your local power supply is compatible with your model. If you plug the machine into an incompatible power supply, irreparable damage to the machine will result. Power on Turn the power switch to the "ON" position. The ready indicator will light up and other indicators which show the i
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PREPARATIONS About the scan head The scan head lamp remains on constantly when the machine is in the ready condition (when the ready indicator is illuminated). The machine adjusts the scan head lamp periodically to maintain copying quality. At this time, the scan head moves automatically. This is normal and does not indicate machine trouble. Power off 1 Make sure that the machine is not in operation and then turn the power switch to the "OFF" position. If the power switch is turned off while
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Chapter 2 LOADING PAPER 2 The tray location indicator will blink when there is no paper in the selected paper tray, or when the selected paper tray is not installed or is improperly installed. PAPER For best results, use only SHARP recommended paper. Paper tray type Paper type Size Weight Capacity 1 Paper tray Standard paper 5-1/2" x 8-1/2" 15 lbs. to 21 lbs. 250 sheets * 2 Recycled paper (Invoice) (56 g/m to (The paper 2 8-1/2" x 11" (Letter) 80 g/m ) should not 8-1/2" x 13" exceed the (Fo