Sharp Mx 3501 N Manual

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PLACING THE ORIGINAL ON THE DOCUMENT GLASS
This section explains how to place the original on the document glass.
Allowed original sizes
When a non-standard size original is placed in copy 
mode, see SPECIFYING THE ORIGINAL SIZE in the 
Copier Guide.
When a non-standard size original is placed for a fax or 
scanner transmission, see SPECIFYING THE SCAN 
SIZE OF THE ORIGINAL in the Facsimile Guide or 
Scanner Guide.
Maximum original size
Standard sizes
11 (width) x 17 (length)
A3: 297 mm (width) x 420...

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Placing a thick book
When scanning a thick book or other thick original, follow the steps below to press the book down.
(1) Push up the far side of the automatic 
document feeder.
The hinges supporting the automatic document feeder 
will release and the rear side of the automatic document 
feeder will rise.
(2) Gently close the automatic document 
feeder.(2)
(1)
Caution
Do not close the automatic document feeder suddenly. This may damage the automatic document feeder and your 
hand may become caught...

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This chapter describes the peripheral devices that can be used with the machine and explains how to use the finisher 
and saddle stitch finisher.
PERIPHERAL DEVICES
Peripheral devices can be installed on the machine to increase its range of functionality.
The peripheral devices are generally optional, however, some models include certain peripheral devices as standard 
equipment.
(As of November, 2005)
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PERIPHERAL DEVICES
Product nameProduct numberDescription
Stand/1x500 sheet paper drawerMX-DEX1*1...

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*1Can be installed when using the MX-2300/2700 Series.
*
2Can be installed when using the MX-3500/4500 Series.
PS3 expansion kitMX-PKX1Enables the machine to be used as a Postscript compatible 
printer.
Internet fax expansion kitMX-FWX1Enables Internet Fax.
Facsimile expansion kitMX-FXX1Adds a fax function.
Product nameProduct numberDescription 

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FINISHER
The finisher is equipped with the offset function, which offsets each set of output from the previous set.
In addition, each set of sorted output can be stapled.
An optional hole punching unit can also be installed to punch holes in output.
PART NAMES
The following parts can be accessed when the finisher is open.
(1) Output tray
Stapled and offset output is delivered to this tray.
The tray is slidable. Extend the tray for large output 
(12 x 18, 11 x 17, 8-1/2 x 14, 8-1/2 x 13 A3W, A3 
and B4...

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FINISHER MAINTENANCE
When the staple cartridge runs out of staples, a message will appear in the operation panel. Follow the procedure below 
to replace the staple cartridge.
Replacing the staple cartridge
1
Open the cover.
2
While pressing the lever over to the left, 
slide the finisher to the left until it stops.
Gently slide the finisher until it stops.
3
Lower the staple case release lever and 
remove the staple case.
Pull the staple case out to the right.
4
Remove the empty staple cartridge from...

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Removing staple jams
Follow the steps below to remove a staple jam.
6
Replace the staple case.
Push the staple case in until it clicks into place.
7
Slide the finisher back to the right.
Gently slide the finisher back to the right until it locks into its 
original position.
8
Close the cover.
Make a test print or copy in staple sort mode to verify that stapling takes place correctly.
1
Open the cover.
2
While pressing the lever over to the left, 
slide the finisher to the left until it stops.
Gently...

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3
Lower the staple case release lever and 
remove the staple case.
Pull the staple case out to the right.
4
Raise the lever at the front end of the 
staple case and remove the jammed 
staple.
Remove the leading staple if it is bent. If bent staples remain, a 
staple jam will occur again.
5
Lower the lever at the front end of the 
staple case.
6
Replace the staple case.
Push the staple case in until it clicks into place.
7
Slide the finisher back to the right.
Gently slide the finisher back to the...

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Discarding punch waste (when a punch module is installed)
1
Open the cover.
2
Grasp the punch waste box handle, 
gently pull out the box, and discard the 
punch waste.
Discard the punch waste in a plastic bag or other container, 
taking care not to let the waste scatter.
3
Gently push the box back in.
4
Close the cover. 

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SADDLE STITCH FINISHER
The saddle stitch finisher is equipped with the offset function that offsets each set of output from the previous set, the 
staple sort function that staples each set of output, and the saddle stitch function that automatically staples and folds 
each set of output at the centerline.
An optional hole punching unit can also be installed to punch holes in output.
PART NAMES
(1) Stapler compiler
This temporarily stacks paper to be stapled.
(2) Output tray
Stapled and offset output...