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This section explains how to clean the machine and replace the toner cartridges and the toner collection container.
REGULAR MAINTENANCE
To ensure that the machine continues to provide top quality performance, periodically clean the machine.
CLEANING THE DOCUMENT GLASS AND AUTOMATIC 
DOCUMENT FEEDER
If the document glass or document backplate sheet becomes dirty, the dirt will appear in the scanned image. Always 
keep these parts clean.
Wipe the parts with a clean, soft cloth.
If necessary, moisten the cloth with water or a small amount of neutral detergent. After wiping with the moistened cloth, 
wipe the parts dry with a clean dry cloth.
Document glass Document backplate sheet
Scanning area
If black or white lines appear in images scanned using the 
automatic document feeder, clean the scanning area (the 
thin long glass next to the document glass).
To clean this area, use the glass cleaner that is stored in 
the automatic document feeder. After using the glass 
cleaner, be sure to return it to its storage position.Examples of lines in the image
MAINTENANCE
Warning
Do not use a flammable spray to clean the machine. If gas from the spray comes in contact with hot electrical 
components or the fusing unit inside the machine, fire or electrical shock may result.
 Do not use thinner, benzene, or similar volatile cleaning agents to clean the machine. These may degrade or discolour the 
housing.
 Use a soft cloth to gently wipe off dirt from the area on the operation panel with a 
mirror-like finish (shown at right). If you use a stiff cloth or rub hard, the surface 
may be damaged.
The area with a mirror-like finish is 
the area that is  .
Black lines White lines
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Open the automatic document feeder 
and remove the glass cleaner.
2
Clean the document scanning area on 
the document glass with the glass 
cleaner.
3
Clean the document scanning area in 
the automatic document feeder with the 
glass cleaner.
(1) Open the document feeder cover.
(2) Open the document feeder tray.
(3) Clean the scanning area in the automatic 
document feeder.
(4) Close the document feeder tray.
(5) Close the document feeder cover.
On the MX-M283N, this cleaning is not necessary.
4
Replace the glass cleaner.
(1)(2)
(5)(4)
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CLEANING THE BYPASS FEED ROLLER
If paper misfeeds frequently occur when feeding envelopes or heavy paper through the bypass tray, wipe the surface of 
the feed roller with a clean soft cloth moistened with water or a neutral detergent.
CLEANING THE ORIGINAL FEED ROLLER
If lines or other dirt appear on the scanned original when the automatic document feeder is used, wipe the surface of the 
roller with a clean soft cloth moistened with water or a neutral detergent.
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REPLACING THE TONER CARTRIDGES
Be sure to replace the toner cartridge when the message Change the toner cartridge. appears.
In copy mode
OK
Change the toner cartridge.
Ready to scan for copy.
(Toner supply is low.)
Ready to scan for copy.
(Prepare a new one.)
Ready to scan for copy.
If you continue to use the machine without replacing 
the cartridge, the following message will appear 
when the toner runs out. When the message appears in the message display, 
replace the toner cartridge.
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Open the front cover.
2
Pull the toner cartridge toward you.
Gently pull the toner cartridge horizontally toward you.
When pulling out the toner cartridge, pull it out gently. If the 
cartridge is pulled out abruptly, toner may spill out.
Hold the toner cartridge with both hands as shown and pull it 
out of the machine.
3
Remove the new toner cartridge from its 
packaging and shake it 5 or 6 times as 
shown.
4
Insert the new toner cartridge 
horizontally.
5
Push the cartridge in until it locks 
securely in place.
Push the cartridge firmly in until it clicks into place.
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Close the front cover.
After the toner cartridge is replaced, the machine automatically 
enters image adjustment mode.
Caution
Do not throw a toner cartridge into a fire. Toner may fly and cause burns.
Store toner cartridges out of the reach of small children.
If a toner cartridge is stored on end, the toner may harden and become unusable. Always store toner cartridges on their 
side with the top side up.
If a toner cartridge other than a SHARP-recommended toner cartridge is used, the machine may not attain full quality 
and performance and there is a risk of damage to the machine. Be sure to use a SHARP-recommended toner cartridge.
 Keep the used toner cartridge in a plastic bag (do not discard it). Your service technician will collect the used toner 
cartridge.
 To view the approximate amount of toner remaining, continually touch the [COPY] key during printing or when the machine 
is idle. The percentage of toner remaining will appear in the display while the key is touched. When the percentage falls to 
25-0%, obtain a new toner cartridge and keep it ready for replacement.
 Depending on your conditions of use, the colour may become faint or the image blurred.
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REPLACING THE TONER COLLECTION 
CONTAINER
The toner collection container collects excess toner that is produced during printing. When the toner collection container 
becomes full, Replace used toner container. will appear. Follow the procedure below to replace the toner collection 
container.
1
Open the front cover.
2
Remove the toner collection container. 
(1) Tilt the toner collection container forward.
Grasp the corners of the toner collection container with 
both hands as shown and tilt it forward until it stops.
(2) Slowly lift the toner collection container up.
3
Place the box on a flat surface.
Place a sheet of newspaper on the surface before placing the 
box.
Do not point the holes down as used toner will spill out.
4
Remove the provided cap from the side 
of the toner collection container.
Grasp the end of the cap and pull forward.
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Plug the hole in the toner collection 
container with the cap.
Push the cap in firmly so that toner will not leak out.
Do not discard the toner collection container. Place it in a plastic bag and keep it until your service technician comes to 
perform maintenance. Your service technician will collect the toner collection container.
6
Install the new toner collection 
container.
Insert the box from above at a slant. 
7
Push the toner collection container into 
the machine.
Push the box in until it clicks into place.
8
Close the front cover.
Caution
Do not throw the toner collection container into a fire. Toner may fly and cause burns.
Store the toner collection container out of the reach of small children.
When replacing the toner collection container, be aware that it may soil your clothes or the immediate surroundings.
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REPLACING THE STAMP CARTRIDGE
If a stamp unit (AR-SU1) is installed on the automatic document feeder and the stamp has become faint, replace the 
stamp cartridge (AR-SV1).
Supplies
Stamp cartridge (2 in package) AR-SV1
1
Open the automatic document feeder.
2
Open the holders on the automatic 
document feeder that hold the original 
pressure sheet.
Open the holders (two) on the left and right sides.
3
Grasp the tab on the stamp unit and pull 
the unit out.
4
Remove the stamp cartridge (A).
Tab
(A)
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Install a new stamp cartridge.
6
Push the stamp unit back in.
Push the stamp unit in until it clicks into place.
7
Replace the original pressure sheet.
Push the holders in until they click into place.
8
Close the automatic document feeder.
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