Sharp Ar-m 351 Manual

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3 FINISHER
The finisher can deliver collated sets either stapled or unstapled. Unstapled sets can be offset stacked from the
previous set for easy separation of the sets.
Part names
Specifications
Specifications are subject to change for improvement without notice.
Supplies
AR-SC1 staple cartridges must be used for this finisher. The cartridge
package contains three cartridges approx. 3000 staples each.
NOTES

Do not put pressure on the finisher (particularly each tray).


Do not place anything on the top cover. Doing so will interfere with the machine’s paper handling during duplex printing.

The tray moves up and down during operation. Be careful not to impede its movement.

The finisher requires the installation of other peripheral devices in order to be functional and cannot be installed
together with some other devices. The table on page 8-4 shows the configurations which are compatible.
Name Finisher (AR-FN6)
Number of trays 2
Paper output Print face down
Tray type Top tray: normal tray, Lower tray: offset tray
Tray capacityTop tray: 500 sheets (A4 or 8-1/2 x 11 size, 80 g/m
2 or 20 lbs.)
Lower tray: 750 sheets (A4 or 8-1/2 x 11 size, 80 g/m2 or 20 lbs.)
Paper sizesTop tray: same as the specifications of paper for feeding in the main unit
Lower tray: Max. A4 or 8-1/2 x 11, Min. B5
Paper weightTop tray: same as the specifications of paper for feeding in the main unit
Lower tray: 60 to 128 g/m
2 or 16 to 34 lbs.
Paper typesTop tray: same as the specifications of paper for feeding in the main unit Lower tray:
plain paper only
Tray full detection Provided in both the top tray and the lower tray
Offset function Provided for the lower tray only. The offset amount is approx. 25 mm (1 inch)
Paper sizes for stapling A4, B5, and 8-1/2 x 11
Stapling capacity30 sheets* (A4 or 8-1/2 x 11 or smaller 80 g/m
2 or 20 lbs.)
*Up two sheets of cover stock (128 g/m2 or 34 lbs.) can be included.
StaplesSingle staple can be placed in the top left or lower left corners or two staples can be
centred on the left side
Power supply Supplied from machine
Dimensions473 mm* (W) x 530 mm (D) x 508 mm (H) (18-5/8* (W) x 20-7/8 (D) x 20 (H))
* When the top tray is extended.
Weight Approx. 21 kg (46.3 lbs.)
Latch
Release the latch to open the
finisher for misfeed removal.
Pull the box out to
replace the staple
cartridge or to
remove jammed
staples.Staple boxPrinter, copier and fax
output can be delivered
here.
To print onto large paper
(A3, B4, 11 x 17, 8-1/2 x
14, or 8-1/2 x 13),
extend the tray. Top tray
Top cover
Open for misfeed
removal.
Offset tray
Stapled sets or sets to be
offset will be delivered
here.
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Finisher functions

 Sort mode
Sorted sets will be delivered.

 Offset mode
 Group mode
Groups of prints or copies of the same page will be
delivered.
Sets will move from side to side so that each set or
group will be offset from the previous set or group
for easy separation. The offset function can only be
used in the offset tray.
Stapled sets will not be offset.

 Staple sort mode
Collated sets will be stapled and delivered to the offset tray. The stapling positions, orientation, paper size for
stapling, and stapling capacity are shown below.
OriginalPrintouts
Offset mode Non-offset mode
OriginalPrintouts
Stapling positions
Top left corner of 
printouts
Centre left two 
positions of printouts
Lower left corner 
of printoutsPortrait orientation
Landscape orientation
Available paper sizes: A4, B5, 
and 8-1/2 x 11
Stapling capacity: Up to 30 
sheets for any available sizes
Same as above  
Same as above  
Stapling cannot be made.
NOTES
Stapling can only be done when the offset tray has been selected.
If mixed paper sizes are selected for stapling jobs, stapling will be automatically cancelled.
NOTE
Transparency film heavy paper, punched paper, labels , envelopes and postcards cannot be stapled.
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Using the finisher functions
When the [OUTPUT] key on the main screen of copy mode is touched, a screen for selecting the sort/group/staple
sort functions and selecting an exit tray will appear. As a selection is made, the touch key for the selection will be
highlighted.
(1) [GROUP] key (See page 3-8.)
When Group is selected, all copies of the same
original will be grouped.
(2) [STAPLE SORT] key (See page 3-8.)
When Staple Sort is selected, sorted sets will be
stapled and delivered to the offset tray. (They will
not be offset stacked.)
(3) [SORT] key (See page 3-8.)
When Sort is selected, sets of copies will be
sequentially delivered.
(4) Icon display
An icon representing a selected function (sort,
staple sort or group) is displayed.(5) [OFFSET] key (See page 3-8.)
If Offset is checked, offset is enabled. If not
checked, offset will not function. If staple sort is
selected, the check mark of offset will be
automatically cancelled. If the staple sort function
is selected, the checkmark in the offset checkbox is
automatically removed.
(6) [OFFSET TRAY] key (See page 3-8.)
When the offset tray is selected, copies will be
delivered to the offset tray. When staple sort is
selected, the offset tray will be automatically
selected.
(7) [TOP TRAY] key
When top tray is selected, copies will be delivered
to the top tray.
(8) [OK] key
Press to close the output screen and to return to
the main screen.
OK
STAPLE 
SORT
OUTPUT
GROUP
SORT
OFFSET
TRAY
TOP TRAY
OFFSET
(1) (2) (3) (4) (5)(6) (7) (8)
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Staple cartridge replacement
When the staple cartridge becomes empty, the message Add staples. will appear in the message display of the
operation panel.
Follow the procedure below to replace the staple cartridge.
1Open the front cover.
2Turn the staple unit to face up.
3Pull the release lever for the staple box
and remove the box.
4Remove the empty staple cartridge from
the staple box.
5Insert a new staple cartridge into the
staple box aligning the arrow of the staple
cartridge with that of the staple box.
When reinstalling the
staple box, push it in
until it clicks into plac
e.
6Remove the tape from the staple cartridge
by pulling it straight.
7Reinstall the staple box.
Push the staple box in
until it clicks into place.
8While pushing the staple unit release lever
to the left, rotate the staple unit to face
down.
9Close the front cover.
NOTES
Do not remove the tape from the cartridge before
inserting the staple cartridge into the box.
When reinstalling the staple box, push it in until it
clicks into place.
NOTE
Make a test print or copy in the staple sort mode to
ensure that stapling is performed properly.
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3

 Checking the staple unit
If the message CHECK THE STAPLER UNIT or CHECK STAPLER POSITION OR STAPLER JAM appears,
follow the procedure below.
1Open the finisher compiler.
Release the latch to
open the finisher
compiler.
2Remove the misfed paper from the stapler
compiler.
Be careful not to tear the
misfed paper during
removal.
3Close the finisher compiler.
4Open the finisher front cover.
5Turn the staple unit to face up.
6Pull the release lever for the staple box
and remove the box.
7Raise the lever at the end of the staple box.
Remove the top staple if
it is bent. If bent staples
remain, a staple jam will
occur again.
8Return the lever to its original position.
9Reinstall the staple box.
Push the staple box in
until it clicks into place.
10While pushing the staple unit release lever to
the left, rotate the staple unit to face down.
When reinstalling the
staple box, push it in
until it clicks into plac
e.
11Close the front cover.
NOTE
Make a test print or copy in the staple sort mode to
ensure that stapling is performed properly.
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Misfeed in the finisher
When a misfeed occurs in the finisher, remove the misfed paper following the procedure below.
1Remove the misfed paper from the output
area.
Be careful not to tear the
misfed paper during
removal.
2Open the finisher top cover.
Move the tab in the
direction of the arrow as
shown in the illustration
to open the top cover.
3Remove the misfed paper.
Be careful not to tear the
misfed paper during
removal.
After removing the
paper, press down on
the top cover to close it.
4Open the finisher compiler.
Release the latch to
open the finisher
compiler.
5Raise the paper guide and remove the
misfed paper.
Be careful not to tear the
misfed paper during
removal.
6Close the finisher compiler.
Top cover
Paper
guide
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Troubleshooting finisher problems
Check the list below before calling for service.
Problem Check Solution or cause
The finisher does
not operate.Are any finisher covers open? Close all covers.
Message indicating need to remove
paper from the stapler compiler
displayed?Open the finisher
as described in
step 4 on page
3-12 and remove
all paper from the
stapler compiler.
Stapling cannot be
performed.Is a CHECK THE STAPLER UNIT or
CHECK STAPLER POSITION OR
STAPLER JAM message displayed?Check the staple unit. (See page 3-11.)
Is a message ADD STAPLES
displayed?Replace the staple cartridge. (See page 3-10.)
Different size paper included?Stapling cannot be performed onto different size
paper.
Stapled sets are not
stacked correctly or
some sheets in a set
are not stapled.Paper heavily curled?Paper may be curled heavily depending on the
paper type and quality. Remove paper from the
paper tray or the bypass tray, turn it upside
down, and load it again.
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SADDLE STITCH FINISHER
The saddle stitch finisher can automatically place two staples for centreline binding of prints or copies and fold them
along the centreline.
An optional hole punching unit is available for installation into the finisher.
Part names
Specifications
(Continued on next page)
NOTES

Do not press on the saddle stitch finisher (particularly the offset tray).

Be careful about the offset tray during printing because the tray moves up and down.

The saddle stitch finisher requires the installation of other peripheral devices in order to be functional and cannot
be installed together with some other devices. The table on page 8-4 shows the configurations which are
compatible.
Name Saddle stitch finisher (AR-FN7)
Number of trays 2
Paper output Print face down
Tray system Upper tray: offset tray, Lower tray: saddle stitch tray
Tray capacityUpper tray:
Non-stapling: Max. 1,000 sheets for A4 or 8-1/2 x 11 or smaller sizes (80 g/m
2 or 20
lbs.), max. 500 sheets for B4 or 8-1/2 x 13 or larger sizes (80 g/m2 or 20 lbs.)
Stapling: Max. 50 stapled sets and max. 1,000 sheets for A4 or 8-1/2 x 11 or smaller
sizes (80 g/m
2 or 20 lbs.), max. 30 stapled sets and max. 500 sheets for B4 or 8-1/2
x 13 or larger sizes (80 g/m2 or 20 lbs.)
Lower tray: Stapled print capacity is (6 - 10) sheets x 10 sets or (1 - 5) sheets x 20
sets.
Paper sizeUpper tray: A3, B4, A4, A4R, B5, B5R, A5R, 11 x 17, 8-1/2 x 14, 8-1/2 x 13,
8-1/2 x 11, 8-1/2 x 11R, 7-1/4 x 10-1/2, 5-1/2 x 8-1/2R
Lower tray: max. A3, B4, A4R, 11 x 17, 8-1/2 x 11R
Paper weightUpper tray: 60 to 205 g/m
2 or 16 to 54 lbs.
Lower tray:  64 to 80 g/m2 or 17 to 34 lbs.
Paper typesUpper tray: plain paper, thick paper, transparency film
Lower tray: plain paper only
Tray full detection Provided in both trays
Offset function Upper tray only
Paper sizes for staplingUpper tray: A3, B4, A4, A4R, B5, B5R, 11 x 17, 8-1/2 x 14, 8-1/2 x 13, 8-1/2 x
11, and 8-1/2 x 11R, 
Lower tray: A3, B4, A4R, 11 x 17, and 8-1/2 x 11R
Saddle stitched output is delivered
here.Saddle stitch tray
Output which is stapled or offset will
be delivered to this tray.Offset tray
Open the front cover and
pull out this section to
replace the staple
cartridge or to remove
jammed staples. Stapler section Paper to be stapled is stacked
temporarily.Stapler compiler
Open the front cover and pull out this
section for staple cartridge replacement
or to remove jammed staples.Front cover Open for misfeed removal. Top cover
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*1 Multiple punch modules cannot be installed together. Some models may not be available in some regions.
*2 With AR-PN1B, two or three holes can be punched depending on the paper size.
*3 With AR-PN1C and AR-PN1D, the number of holes is the same. The hole interval, however, is not the same.
Specifications are subject to change for improvement without notice.
Supplies
AR-SC2 staple cartridges must be used for this finisher. The cartridge package
contains three cartridges approx. 5000 staples each.
Saddle stitch finisher functions




 
Sort mode
Sorted sets will be delivered.




 
Offset mode



 
Group mode
Groups of copies of the same page will be
delivered.
Sets will move from side to side so that each set or
group will be offset from the previous set or group
for easy separation. The offset function can only be
used in the offset tray.
Stapled sets will not be offset. Stapling capacityA4 or 8-1/2 x 11 or smaller size: 50 sheets*(80 g/m
2 or 20 lbs.)
B4 or 8-1/2 x 14 or larger size: 25 sheets*(80 g/m2 or 20 lbs.)
*Up to two sheets of 128 g/m2 or 34 lbs. paper can be included as covers.
StaplesUpper tray: Single staple can be placed in the top left or lower left corners or two
staples can be centred on the left side.
Lower tray: 120 mm (4-47/64) pitch from the centre of paper
Power supply Supplied from machine
Dimensions
753 mm* (W) x 603 mm (D) x 953 mm (H) (29-41/64* (W) x 23-3/4 (D) x 37-33/64 (H))
*When the top tray is extended.
Weight Approx. 39 kg (86 lbs.)
Name Punch module
Model*
1AR-PN1A AR-PN1B*2AR-PN1C*3AR-PN1D*3
Number of holes 2 3 or 2 4 4
Paper sizes for hole
punching
A3, B4, A4, A4R, B5,
B5R, 11x17,
8-1/2x14, 8-1/2x11,
8-1/2x11R3 holes: A3, A4, 
11 x 17, 8-1/2 x 11, 
2 holes: 8-1/2x14,
8-1/2 x 11RA3, A4
A3, B4, A4, A4R, B5,
B5R, 11x17,
8-1/2x14, 8-1/2x11,
8-1/2x11R, 
Printouts Original
Offset mode Non-offset mode
Printouts Original
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Staple sort mode
Collated sets of prints or copies will be stapled and delivered to the offset tray. When saddle stitching is selected,
the prints or copies will be stapled at the centre and delivered to the saddle stitch tray. The stapling positions,
orientation, paper size for stapling, and stapling capacity are shown below.




 
Original orientation when using the staple sort or punch function
When using the staple sort or punch function, the original must be placed in the following orientations to enable
stapling or punching in the desired position on the paper.
Stapling positions
Top left corner of 
printouts
Centre left two 
positions of 
printouts
Lower left corner 
of printoutsPortrait orientation
Landscape orientation
Available paper sizes: A4, 
B5, and 8-1/2 x 11 
Stapling capacity: Up to 50 
sheets for any sizes
Same as above
Same as above
Available paper sizes: A3, B4,  
A4R, 11 x 17, 8-1/2 x 14, 8-
1/2 x 13, and 8-1/2 x 11 R 
Stapling capacity: Up to 50 
sheets for A4R, B5R, and 8-1/2 
x 11R, and up to 25 sheets for 
other sizes
Available paper sizes: A3, B4,  
A4R, 11 x 17, 8-1/2 x 14, 8-
1/2 x 13, and 8-1/2 x 11 R 
Stapling capacity: Up to 50 
sheets for A4R, B5R, and 8-1/2 
x 11R, and up to 25 sheets for 
other sizes
Saddle stitch on 
centrefold line.Paper in the portrait direction 
cannot be saddle stitched.Available paper sizes: A3, 
B4, A4R, 11 x 17, and 8-
1/2 x 11R
Stapling capacity: Up to 10 
sheets for any sizes
Available paper sizes: A3, B4,  
A4R, 11 x 17, 8-1/2 x 14, 8-
1/2 x 13, and 8-1/2 x 11 R 
Stapling capacity: Up to 50 
sheets for A4R, B5R, and 8-1/2 
x 11R, and up to 25 sheets for 
other sizes
Staple sort
Document feeder Document glassPunch
Document feeder Document glass
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