Sharp MX M310 User Manual

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Chapter 1
BEFORE USING THE MACHINE
This chapter contains basic information that should be read before using the machine.
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
Exterior
Reversing single pass feeder (RSPF) (optional)
Place the original(s) that you wish to scan face up
here. (p.24)
Document cover (optional)
Place an original on the document glass and close 
the document cover before copying starts.
Document glass
Place an original that you wish to scan face down 
here. (p.23)
Powe r switch
Press to turn the machine power on and off. (p.14)
Handles
Use to move the machine.
Operation panel
Contains operation keys and the touch panel. 
(p.11)
Job separator tray (Upper tray) (optional)
Print jobs and received faxes are delivered to this 
tray.Centre tray
Finished copies are delivered to the centre tray.
Front cover
Open to remove paper misfeeds and perform 
machine maintenance. (p.129)
Paper trays
Each tray holds 500 sheets of copy paper. (p.16)
Upper right side cover
Open to remove misfeeds when an optional job 
separator tray kit or a optional finisher is installed. 
(p.133)
Side cover
Open to remove misfeeds. (p.129)
Side cover handle
Pull to open the side cover. (p.129)
Bypass tray paper guides
Adjust to the width of the paper. (p.19)
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Interior
Bypass tray
Regular paper and special paper (such as 
transparency film) can be fed from the bypass tray. 
(p.19)
Bypass tray extension
Pull out the bypass tray extension before placing 
paper in the bypass tray. (p.19)
Toner cartridge lock release lever
Use to unlock the toner cartridge. (p.134)
Toner cartridge
Contains toner. (p.134)
Roller rotating knob
Turn to remove misfed paper. (p.129)
Photoconductive drum
Copy images are formed on the photoconductive 
drum.
Fusing unit release levers
To remove a paper misfeed in the fusing unit, push 
up on these levers and remove the paper. (p.130)Fusing unit paper guide
Open to remove misfed paper. (p.130)
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Do not touch the photoconductive drum 
(green portion). Doing so may damage the 
drum and cause smudges on copies.
The fusing unit is hot. Do not touch 
the fusing unit when removing 
misfed paper. Doing so may cause a 
burn or injury.
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Caution
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Warning
The model name is on the front cover of the 
machine.
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OPERATION PANEL
Touch panel
The machine status, messages and touch keys are 
displayed on the panel. The display will show the 
status of printing, copying or network scanning 
according to the mode that is selected. For details 
see the next page.
Mode select keys and indicators
Use to change modes and the corresponding 
display on the touch panel.
[COPY] key
Press to select copy mode.
[PRINT] key/ONLINE indicator/
DATA indicator
Press to select print mode.
ONLINE indicator
Print jobs can be received when this indicator is lit.
DATA indicator
A print job is in memory. The indicator lights 
steadily while the job is held in memory, and 
blinks while the job is printed.
[SCAN] key/DATA indicator (When the network 
scanner option is installed.)
Press to select network scan mode when the 
network scanner option is installed.
DATA indicator
Lights steadily or blinks while a scanned image 
is being sent.
(See 4. NETWORK SCANNER FUNCTION.)
[FAX] key/LINE indicator/DATA indicator (When 
the fax option is installed.)
Press to select fax mode when the fax option is 
installed.
LINE indicator
this lights up while faxes are being sent or 
received.
DATA indicator
Blinks when a fax has been received to memory 
and lights steadily when a fax is waiting in 
memory for transmission.
(See operation manual for facsimile.)[JOB STATUS] key
Press to display the current job status. (p.13)
[SYSTEM SETTINGS] key 
Use to adjust various settings of the machine 
including the contrast of the touch panel and 
administrator settings. (p.91)
Numeric keys
Use to enter numeric values for various settings.
[LOGOUT] key ( )
When auditing mode is enabled, press this key 
after finishing a job to return the machine to 
account number entry standby.
[#/P] key ( )
Use this key to execute a job program in copy 
mode.
The key is also used to dial in fax mode.
[CLEAR] key ( )
Press to clear a copy number setting or cancel a 
job.
[CLEAR ALL] key ( )
Resets the settings to the initial settings.
[START] key ( )
Press in copy mode, scanner mode, or fax mode to 
begin copying, network scanning, or faxing.
This key blinks when auto power shut mode has 
activated. Press the key to return to normal 
operation.
[INTERRUPT] key ( )
Use to perform an interrupt copy job. (p.35)
JOB STATUS
COPY
PRINT
SCAN
FA XON LINE
D ATA
D ATA
LINE
D ATA
SYSTEM SETTINGS
LOGOUT
1011234569781
●The indicators of the operation panel may differ 
depending on the country and region.
●The indicators of the operation panel may varies 
by model.
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TOUCH PANEL
Using the touch panel
[Example 1]
Items on the touch panel 
are selected by touching 
the key associated with 
the item. A beep will 
sound to confirm that the 
item was selected and 
the key will be 
highlighted.
* A double-beep is 
sounded when an 
invalid key is touched.
[Example 2]
Keys which are greyed 
out cannot be selected. 
The confirmation beeps can be disabled in the 
administrator settings. (See 6. SYSTEM SETTINGS 
(ADMINISTRATOR).)
The touch panel screens shown in this manual are 
printed images and may differ from the actual screens.
Selecting a function
[Example 1]
Items which are 
highlighted at the time a 
screen appears are 
already selected and will 
take effect when the [OK] 
key is touched.
[Example 2]
If you need to cancel a selection, simply press the key 
once again so that it is not highlighted.
The key is no longer 
highlighted and the 
selection is cancelled.
[Example 3]
When the machine is 
used in copy mode or fax 
mode and a special 
mode is selected, a icon 
will appear on the touch 
panel. 
JOB QUEUE
COPY
SHARP001
003 / 000
003 / 000
SETS / PROG
Beep 
tone
1/13COMPLETE
CANCEL
RIGHT
BINDINGLEFT
BINDING
OK
MULTI SHOT
1/DUAL PAGE
COPY
MULTI SHOT
1/DUAL PAGE
COPY
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SPEZIALMODI
AUSGABE
KOPIERBEREIT.
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Job status screen (common to copy, print, network scan and fax)
This screen appears when the [JOB STATUS] key on the operation panel is pressed.
A job list showing the current job and the stored jobs or a list showing completed jobs can be displayed.
The contents of jobs can be viewed and jobs can be deleted from the queue. The following screen shows the job 
queue for print jobs.
Job list
Shows stored jobs and the job currently being 
executed. Touch one of keys  to   in the above 
illustration to select the type of job. The icon next to 
each job name indicates the mode of the job as 
follows:
The jobs in the job list appear in the form of keys. 
To give priority to a job or pause or delete a job, 
touch the key of the job and then use the key 
described in   or .
*1:PAPER EMPTY in the job status display
PAPER EMPTY in the job status display 
indicates that the machine is out of the specified 
size of paper. Add the specified size of paper. If 
the specified size of paper is not available and 
you are in printer mode, another size of paper 
can be loaded in the bypass tray to allow printing 
to take place. (See the Online manual.)
Mode switching keys
Use to select the job list mode: JOB QUEUE
(Stored/currently executing jobs) or COMPLETE 
(Finished jobs). 
JOB QUEUE:
Shows jobs that have been stored and the job that 
is currently being executed.
COMPLETE:
Shows the jobs that have been finished. Note that 
copy jobs do not appear in this list. 
If the power is turned off, or if auto power shut-off 
mode activates when there are no jobs, the jobs in 
the COMPLETE list will be erased.[PRINT JOB] key
Use to view the list of output jobs for all modes 
(print, copy, and fax).
[SCAN TO] key
Displays a network scanner job (When the network 
scanner function is installed.).
[FAX JOB] key
This displays stored fax jobs and the fax job 
currently being executed (When the fax option is 
installed.).
Display switching keys
Use to change the page of the displayed job list.
[STOP/DELETE] key
Use to pause or delete a job currently being 
executed, or to delete a stored job. Copy jobs and 
received faxes cannot be paused or deleted with 
this key. Copy jobs can be cancelled by pressing 
the [CLEAR] key ( ) or [CLEAR ALL] key ( ).
[PRIORITY] key
Touch this key after selecting a stored job in this 
[JOB QUEUE] list to print the job ahead of the 
other jobs.
[DETAIL] key
Shows information on the selected job. This cannot 
be used for a received fax.
JOB QUEUE
COPY
SHARP001
0666211221
STATUS
PAPER EMPTY*1003 / 000
PRINT JOBSCAN TOFAX JOB
JOB QUEUE
COMPLETE
DETAIL
PRIORITY
STOP/DELETE
WAITING
WAITING
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SETS / PROGRESS
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Copy mode Printer mode
Network scanner mode
Fax mode
(Send jobs)Fax  mo de
(Receive jobs)
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POWER ON AND OFF
The power switch is located on the left side of the machine.
POWER ON
Turn the power switch to the ON position.
When the power switch is turned to the ON position, 
the message WARMING UP. A COPYING JOB CAN 
BE SET NOW. will appear in the message display and 
the machine will start warming up. When READY TO 
COPY. appears, the machine is ready to copy. Copy 
settings can be selected during warm-up.
 If auditing mode is enabled, ENTER YOUR 
ACCOUNT NUMBER. will appear. When a valid 
account number is entered, the account status will 
appear on the main screen for several seconds. 
Then copying can be performed. (See 6. SYSTEM 
SETTINGS (ADMINISTRATOR).)
POWER OFF
When the machine is not used for a long time, be sure 
to turn it off.
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 the machine is in 
operation, a misfeed may occur and the job that was in 
progress will be cancelled.
When the power switch is turned on, the machine starts up in the previously used mode. The following 
explanations assume that the previously used mode was copy mode.Note
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OFF
If the fax option is installed, be sure to keep the power turned on. Faxes cannot be received when the power is 
turned off.Note
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INITIAL SETTINGS
The machine reverts to the initial settings when it is first turned on, when the [CLEAR ALL] key ( ) is pressed, or the 
preset auto clear time elapses after the last copy is made in any mode. When the machine reverts to the initial 
settings, all settings and functions selected to that point are cancelled. The auto clear time can be changed in the 
administrator settings. (See 6. SYSTEM SETTINGS (ADMINISTRATOR).)
The initial settings that appear in the display are shown below.
Functions and settings are explained based on the above screen as applicable.
Copy ratio: 100%, Exposure: Automatic, Copy quantity: 0, Automatic two-sided: One side to One side, 
Auto paper selection: On, 
Paper tray: Upper paper tray
POWER SAVE MODES
The machine has two power save modes to reduce overall power consumption and thereby reduce the cost of 
operation. These modes help conserve natural resources and reduce environmental pollution. The two power save 
modes are Preheat mode and Auto power shut-off mode.
The time settings for each mode can be changed in the administrator settings. (See 6. SYSTEM SETTINGS 
(ADMINISTRATOR).)
Preheat mode
When the set time elapses, the temperature of the fusing unit is automatically lowered to reduce power consumption 
while on standby. To return to normal operation, touch any key on the operation panel. To make a copy when the 
machine is in this mode, simply select the desired copy selections and then press the [START] key ( ).
Auto power shut-off mode
When the set time elapses, the power to the fusing unit automatically turns off to reduce power consumption. (This is 
based on the guidelines of the International Energy Star Program.) When the machine enters this mode, the touch 
panel screen turns off and only the [START] key ( ) blinks. To return to normal operation, press the [START] key 
( ). To copy after warm-up starts, make desired copy selections and press the [START] key ( ). When the 
machine receives a fax or a print job, Auto power shut-off mode automatically deactivates and the machine returns 
to normal operation.
The initial settings can be changed in the administrator settings. (See 6. SYSTEM SETTINGS 
(ADMINISTRATOR).)
For the initial settings (initial screen) of printer, fax, and scanner modes, see the operation manuals of those 
modes.
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LOADING PAPER
When a tray runs out of paper, a message appears in the touch panel. Load paper in the tray.
PAPER
The specifications for the types and sizes of paper that can be loaded in the paper trays are shown below.
For best results, use only SHARP recommended paper.
*1A5 (5-1/2 x 8-1/2) size paper can only be loaded in tray 1 and the bypass tray.
*2B5 size paper cannot be loaded in tray 2 (However, B5R paper can be loaded.).
*3When loading paper larger than A4 (8-1/2 x 11) size, do not use paper of weight greater than 105 g/m2 (28 lbs.).
*4When paper weight is 80 g/m2 (21 lbs.). The number of sheets of paper which can be loaded varies depending on the weight 
of the paper.
Tr a y  
No.Paper tray typePaper typeSizeWeightCapacity
1 Upper paper tray*1Plain paper
Letterhead  paper
Recycled  paper
Colour paperA5 to A3
(5-1/2 x 8-1/2 to 
11 x 17)56 g/m2 to 105 g/m2
(15 lbs. to 28 lbs.)
500 sheets*4
2 Lower paper tray*2
3 500-sheet paper
feed unit/
Upper paper tray of 
2 x 500-sheet paper 
feed unit
4 Lower paper tray of 
2 x 500-sheet paper 
feed unit
Bypass tray Plain paper
Letterhead  paper
Recycled  paper
Colour paperA6 to A3
(5-1/2 x 8-1/2 to 
11 x 17)
60 g/m2 to 128 g/m2
(16 lbs. to 34.5 lbs.) *3100 sheets*4
Thin paper 56 g/m2 to 59 g/m2
(15 lbs. to 16 lbs.)100 sheets
Heavy paper Max. 200 g/m
2
(54 lbs. )30 sheets
Labels 40 sheets
Transparency film 40 sheets
EnvelopeInternational DL
(110 x 220 mm)
International C5
(162 x 229 mm)
Commercial 10
(4-1/8 x 9-1/2)5 sheets
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Special papers
Follow these guidelines when using special papers.
Envelopes
Do not use the following envelopes (Misfeeds will 
occur.).
 Envelopes with metal tabs, clasps, strings, holes, or 
windows.
 Envelopes with rough fibers, carbon paper, or glossy 
surfaces.
 Envelopes with two or more flaps.
 Envelopes with tape, film, or paper attached to the 
flap.
 Envelopes with a fold in the flap.
 Envelopes with glue on the flap to be moistened for 
sealing.
 Envelopes with labels or stamps.
 Envelopes that are slightly inflated with air.
 Envelopes with glue protruding from the seal area.
 Envelopes with part of the seal area peeled off.
Letterhead paper
Letterhead paper is paper with information pre-printed 
at the top such as a company name and address. Use SHARP recommended transparency film and 
label sheets. Using other than SHARP 
recommended paper may result in misfeeds or 
smudges on the output. If other than SHARP 
recommended media must be used, feed each sheet 
one at a time using the bypass tray (Do not attempt 
continuous copying or printing.).
 There are many varieties of special paper available 
on the market, and some cannot be used with this 
machine. Before using special paper, contact your 
authorised service representative.
 Before using other than SHARP recommended 
paper, make a test copy to see if the paper is 
suitable.
SHARP
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LOADING PAPER
Make sure that the machine is not copying, printing, or printing a received fax, and then follow these steps to load paper.
Loading the paper in the paper tray
1Pull out the paper tray until it stops.
If you are loading the 
same size of paper as 
was loaded previously, 
go to step 4. If you are 
loading a different size of 
paper, continue with the 
following step.
2Squeeze the lock lever of the front 
guide and slide the front guide to 
match the width of the paper.
3Move the left guide to the appropriate 
slot as marked on the tray.
When using 11 x 17 
copy paper, store the left 
guide in the slot at the left 
front of the paper tray.
4Fan the copy paper.
5Load paper in the tray.
6Push the paper tray firmly back into 
the machine.
If you loaded a different size of paper that was loaded 
previously, place the appropriate paper size card in the 
front of the paper tray to indicate the new paper size.
Left guide
Front guide
Load the paper with the print side facing up.
 Insert the paper along the guides.
 The tray holds up to 500 sheets of 80g/m2 
(21 lbs.) bond paper.
 Do not load paper above the maximum 
height line.
 When adding paper, first remove any 
paper remaining in the tray, combine it 
with the paper to be added, and then 
reload as a single stack.
If you loaded a different size of paper that 
was loaded previously, go to CHANGING A 
TRAY’S PAPER TYPE AND PAPER SIZE 
SETTINGS (p.20).
Maximum height line
Note
Paper size card
Note
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