Sharp MX 4500N User Manual

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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 
(A3W, A3, B4, 12 x 18, 11 x 17, 8-1/2 x 14 and 
8-1/2 x 13 sizes).
(2) Lever
Use this to move the finisher in order to remove a paper 
misfeed, replace staples, or remove a staple jam.
(3) Punch waste box (when a punch module is installed)
This holds punch waste.(4) Front cover
Open this cover to remove a paper misfeed, replace 
staples, remove a staple jam, or remove the punch scrap 
case.
(5) Staple case
This holds the staple cartridge. Pull the case out to 
replace the staple cartridge or remove a staple jam.
(6) Staple case release lever
Use this to remove the staple case.
SUPPLIES
The finisher requires the following staple cartridge:
 Staple cartridge 
(approx. 5000 staples per cartridge x 3 cartridges)
MX-SCX1
(1)
(6) (5) (2)(3)
(4)
 A finisher and a saddle stitch finisher cannot be installed simultaneously.
 Use caution when you turn on the power and when printing is taking place, as the tray may move up and down.
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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 
the staple case.
5
Insert a new staple cartridge into the 
staple case as shown.
Push the staple cartridge in until it clicks into place.
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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 slide the finisher until it stops.
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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 right until it locks into its 
original position.
8
Close the cover.
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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 centreline.
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 is delivered to this tray.
The tray is slidable. Extend the tray for large output 
(A3W, A3, B4, 12 x18, 11 x 17, 8-1/2 x 14 and 
8-1/2 x 13 sizes).
(3) Saddle stitch tray
Stapled and folded output is delivered to this tray.
(4) Top cover
Open this cover to remove a paper misfeed.(5) Lever
To remove a staple jam or paper misfeed, pull this lever 
and slide the saddle stitch finisher to the left until it stops.
(6) Stapler section
Open the front cover and pull out this section to replace 
the staple cartridge or remove a staple jam.
(7) Front cover
Open this cover to replace the staple cartridge or remove 
a staple jam.
SUPPLIES
The saddle stitch finisher requires the following staple cartridge:
 Staple cartridge 
(approx. 5000 staples per cartridge x 3 cartridges)
AR-SC2
(1)
(2)
(3)(4)
(6)
(5)
(7)
 A paper pass unit is required to install a saddle stitch finisher.
 Do not place heavy objects on the saddle stitch finisher or press down on the saddle stitch finisher.
 Use caution when you turn on the power and when printing is taking place, as the tray may move up and down.
 A saddle stitch finisher and a finisher cannot be installed simultaneously.
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SADDLE STITCH 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 front cover.
2
Pull out the stapler section.
Pull out until the stapler section until it stops.
3
Turn roller rotating knob A in the 
direction of the arrow to move the staple 
unit out to the front.
Turn the roller rotating knob as shown until the triangle mark is 
aligned with the indicator.
4
Remove the empty staple case.
5
Remove the empty staple cartridge.
Press the lock button to release the staple case cover and then 
remove the staple cartridge.
When staples remain, the staple cartridge cannot be removed.
Roller rotating knob A
Staple unit
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6
Insert a new staple cartridge into the 
staple case.
Push the staple cartridge in until it clicks into place.
Do not remove the seal from the cartridge before inserting the cartridge into the case.
7
Pull the seal that holds the staples 
straight out.
8
Replace the staple case.
Push the staple case in until it clicks into place.
9
Push the stapler section back in.
Push the stapler section back in until it locks into its original 
position.
10
Close the front cover.
Make a test print or copy in staple sort mode to verify that stapling takes place correctly.
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Removing staple jams
Follow the steps below to remove a staple jam.
1
While pulling the lever, slide the saddle 
stitch finisher to the left until it stops.
2
Open the front cover.
3
Turn roller rotating knob B as shown 
until the blue indicator is visible.
4
Remove any paper from the stapler 
compiler.
Be careful not to tear the paper during removal.
5
If the saddle stitch function was being 
used, open the saddle stitch section 
cover.
BlueRoller rotating knob B
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6
Remove the misfed paper.
Be careful not to tear the paper during removal.
7
Close the saddle stitch section cover.
8
Pull out the stapler section.
Pull out until the stapler section until it stops.
9
Turn roller rotating knob A in the 
direction of the arrow to move the staple 
unit out to the front.
Turn the roller rotating knob until the triangle mark is aligned 
with the indicator.
10
Remove the staple case.
11
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.
Roller rotating knob A
Staple unit
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