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MODEL: MX-B381 DIGITAL MULTIFUNCTIONAL SYSTEM Maintenance & Safety Guide Maintenance & Safety Guide Maintenance & Safety Guide Please read first Please read this guide first to ensure safe use of the machine. Before installing this product, be sure to read the "TO ENSURE SAFE USE OF THE MACHINE"...
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Caution! For complete electrical disconnection, pull out the main plug. The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. Shielded interface cables must be used with this equipment to maintain compliance with EMC regulations. ➢➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣ The equipment should be installed near an accessible socket outlet for easy disconnection. Notice for users in the UK MAINS PLUG WIRING INSTRUCTIONS...
These special accessories must be used with the device. The Declaration of Conformity can be viewed at the following URL address. http://www.sharp.de/doc/MX-FXX3.pdf MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET The MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) can be viewed at the following URL address:...
Contents SPECIFICATIONS ..55 TO ENSURE SAFE USE OF THE Machine specifications / copier MACHINE ....4 specifications .
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• Aside from instances provided for by law, SHARP is not responsible for failures occurring during the use of the product or its options, or failures due to incorrect operation of the product and its options, or other failures, or for any damage that occurs due to use of the product.
TO ENSURE SAFE USE OF THE MACHINE Cautions • Do not make any modifications to this machine. Doing so may result in personal injury or damage to the machine. • Do not make copies of anything which is prohibited from copying by law. The following items are normally prohibited from printing by national law.
TO ENSURE SAFE USE OF THE MACHINE Warnings • Do not touch the transfer belt and the transfer roller. Scratches or smudges on the transfer belt or transfer roller will cause dirty prints. • The fusing unit is extremely hot. Exercise care in this area.
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With the exception of instances provided for by law, Sharp Corporation bears no responsibility for any damages or loss due to the loss of stored document data.
TO ENSURE SAFE USE OF THE MACHINE Laser information Wave length 790 nm ±10 nm Pulse times 4.1 μs ±4.1 ns /7 mm (North America and Europe) Output power Max 0.6 mW (LD1+ LD2) Caution Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Improper installation may damage this product. Please note the following during initial installation and whenever the machine is moved. 1. The machine should be installed near an accessible power outlet for easy connection. 2. Be sure to connect the power cord only to a power outlet that meets the specified voltage and current requirements.
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS CAUTION: Do not install the machine in a location with poor air circulation. A small amount of ozone is created inside the machine during printing. The amount of ozone created is not sufficient to be harmful; however, an unpleasant odor may be noticed during large copy runs, and thus the machine should be installed in a room with a ventilation fan or windows that provide sufficient air circulation.
Standard supplies for this product that can be replaced by the user include paper, toner cartridges, and staple cartridges for the finisher. Be sure to use only SHARP-specified products for the toner cartridges, finisher staple cartridge, and transparency film. For best copying results, be sure to use only Sharp Genuine Supplies which are designed, engineered, and tested to maximize the life and performance of Sharp products.
REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE This section explains the procedures for replacing supplies such as toner and staple cartridges and routine maintenance. Replacing the toner cartridges Be sure to replace the toner cartridge when the message "Change the toner cartridge." appears. In copy mode Ready to scan for copy.
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REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Open the front cover. Pull the toner cartridge toward you.
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REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Take out the new toner cartridge, hold it with both hands, and shake 5 or 6 times horizontally. Protective material • When shaking the toner cartridge, be sure to shake with the protective material inserted in the cartridge. If you shake the cartridge after removing the protective material, toner may spill out.
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REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Insert the new toner cartridge horizontally and push it firmly in.
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Store the toner in a location that is cooler than 40°C (104°F). Storage in a hot location may cause the toner in the cartridge to solidify. • 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.
REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE 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.
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REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Release the used toner collection container. (1) Make sure that the part indicated in the illustration has stopped in the correct position. After machine operation stops suddenly due to a power outage or other reason, the part will stop in the correct position unless an attempt was made to remove the toner collection container.
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REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Remove the toner collection container. • If the toner collection container is tipped forward too far, it will not be possible to remove it. • Do not point the holes down as used toner will spill out. •...
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REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Turn the lock lever on the toner collection container to the left. Turn the lock lever to the left until it stops. If the lock lever does not turn, check if the toner collection container is installed correctly.
REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Replacing the developer cartridge / drum cartridge Before replacing the developer cartridge or drum cartridge, turn off the main power of the machine and wait briefly. Replacing the developer cartridge Your service technician will replace the developer cartridge. Only replace the cartridge as explained below if your service technician instructs you to.
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REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Open the main charger cover. (1) Turn the main charger cover lock levers in the direction of an arrow below. When the lock levers are horizontal, the lock is released. (2) Grasp the lock levers and tip the cover forward.
REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Remove the developer cartridge. (1) Grasp the developer cartridge lock and pull it forward and down. (2) Squeeze the lever on the developer cartridge. (3) Pull the developer cartridge out horizontally. (4) Support the developer cartridge near the middle with your hand and completely remove the developer cartridge.
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REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Shake the new developer cartridge 5 or 6 times as shown. Hold the developer cartridge firmly as shown below and shake forward and back, left and right. Remove the protective material after shaking the developer cartridge. Protective material •...
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REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Insert the new developer cartridge horizontally. • Do not tilt the developer cartridge or insert it in the wrong direction or orientation. This may damage the developer cartridge or drum cartridge and cause failure. • When inserting the developer cartridge, grasp it with both hands at the middle.
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REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Hold the developer cartridge with one hand and slowly remove the seal with the other hand. Slowly pull the seal straight and horizontally out. If excessive force is used or the seal is pulled out diagonally, it may tear. There is a mark (red belt) on the end of the seal.
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REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Install the toner collection container. ☞ Replacing the toner collection container (page 16) Close the front cover. Take care that your fingers are not pinched when closing the cover.
REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Turn on the power. Switch the main power switch "ON" and press the [POWER] key ( ) on the operation panel to turn on the operation panel power. Caution • Do not throw the developer cartridge into a fire. Toner may fly and cause burns.
REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Replacing the drum cartridge Your service technician will replace the drum cartridge. Only replace the cartridge as explained below if your service technician instructs you to. Follow the instructions carefully. • Do not leave the drum cartridge outside of its package for a long time, and do not remove cartridge from its package in a location where there is bright sunlight or bright light.
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REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Remove the protective material from the drum cartridge and slowly insert the drum cartridge along the guides. Make sure that the mark on the drum cartridge is aligned with the mark on the machine as you insert the drum cartridge. Drum •...
REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Replacing the staple cartridge in the finisher 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. Open the cover. While pressing the lever over to the left, slide the finisher to the left until it stops.
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REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Remove the empty staple cartridge from the staple case. Gently grasp the right side of the staple cartridge as shown and lift to the left and up. The lock will release easily. After the lock releases, continue lifting the staple cartridge to the left and up to remove it.
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REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Replace the staple case. Push the staple case in until it clicks into place. Slide the finisher back to the right. Gently slide the finisher back to the right until it locks into its original position. Close the cover.
REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Regular maintenance To ensure that the machine continues to provide top quality performance, periodically clean the machine. 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.
REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE 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). Cleaning the main charger of the photoconductive drum If black or white lines appear even after you have cleaned the document glass and automatic document feeder, use the charger cleaner to clean the main charger.
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REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Release the lock levers and open the main charger cover. ☞ Replacing the developer cartridge (page 20) Remove the charger cleaner. (1) Flip down the charger cleaner lock (A) in the direction of the arrow, and lift the left end of the charger cleaner. (2) Move the charger cleaner to the left and pull it out.
REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Clean the main charger. (1) Gently push the charger cleaner all the way in. (2) Gently pull the charger cleaner out. (3) Repeat the above (1) to (2) three times. • Take care not to let the tip of the charger cleaner become soiled by toner.
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REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Replace the charger cleaner in its original position. Insert the tip of the charger cleaner in toward the right and then press down on the end of the charger cleaner. The charger cleaner will lock into place. Close the main charger cover and rotate the lock levers in the direction of the arrows to lock the cover.
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REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Close the front cover. Take care that your fingers are not pinched when closing the cover. Turn on the power. Switch the main power switch "ON" and press the [POWER] key ( ) on the operation panel to turn on the operation panel power.
REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning the bypass tray rollers If you find that paper fed from the bypass tray misfeeds or is soiled by the roller, remove and clean the roller. If misfeeds or soiling continue to occur, replace the roller.
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REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE To clean the rollers, wipe each roller with a clean cloth. Caution When cleaning the rollers, be careful not to injure your hands. Do not touch the surface of the roller if your hands are dirty. If the dirt is difficult to remove, moisten the cloth with a small amount of water or neutral detergent, and then wipe with a clean, dry cloth until no moisture remains.
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REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Turn on the power. Switch the main power switch "ON" and press the [POWER] key ( ) on the operation panel to turn on the operation panel power.
REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning the automatic document feeder rollers If you find that originals fed through the automatic document feeder misfeed or are soiled by the rollers, remove the rollers and clean them. If misfeeds or soiling continue to occur, replace the rollers. Before starting, remove any originals from the automatic document feeder.
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REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE To clean the removed rollers, wipe each roller with a clean cloth. Caution When cleaning the rollers, be careful not to injure your hands. Do not touch the surface of the roller if your hands are dirty. If the dirt is difficult to remove, moisten the cloth with water or a neutral detergent.
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REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Turn on the power. Switch the main power switch "ON" and press the [POWER] key ( ) on the operation panel to turn on the operation panel power. After turning on the power, make sure that an error message regarding replacement of the roller does not appear.
REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning the laser unit When the laser unit inside the machine becomes dirty, line patterns may form in the printed image. Follow the steps below to clean the laser unit. Identifying white lines caused by a dirty laser unit •...
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REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Open the front cover and remove the toner collection container. ☞ Replacing the toner collection container (page 16) Remove the cleaning tool for the writing unit from the front cover.
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REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Make sure that the cleaner at the tip of the cleaning tool is not dirty. Cleaner If the cleaner is dirty, remove the cleaner and replace it with a clean one. For the procedure for replacing the cleaner, see steps 5 through 7. If the cleaner is not dirty, go to step 8.
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REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Remove the dirty cleaner. Firmly grasp the tool close to where the cleaner is attached. Use your other hand to press down on the hook that secures the cleaner and remove the cleaner. Return the removed cleaner to the toner collection container. Attach the new cleaner to the cleaning tool.
REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Clean the laser unit. (1) Point the cleaner down and slowly insert the tool into the hole that you wish to clean. The parts of the writing unit that require cleaning are indicated by labels similar to (A). (2) Insert the cleaning tool all the way into the hole and then pull it back out.
REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Replace the cleaning tool. Install the toner collection container. ☞ Replacing the toner collection container (page 16) Close the front cover. Take care that your fingers are not pinched when closing the cover.
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REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Turn on the power. Switch the main power switch "ON" and press the [POWER] key ( ) on the operation panel to turn on the operation panel power.
REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning the PT charger of the primary transfer belt unit If black or white lines still remain after the document glass / automatic document feeder and main charger have been cleaned, use the PT charger cleaner to clean the PT charger.
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REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Clean the PT charger. (1) Slowly pull the PT charger cleaner out until you feel a slight resistance. (2) Slowly push the PT charger cleaner back in. (3) Repeat the above (1) to (2) three times. Install the toner collection container.
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REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Close the front cover. Take care that your fingers are not pinched when closing the cover. Turn on the power. Switch the main power switch "ON" and press the [POWER] key ( ) on the operation panel to turn on the operation panel power.
SPECIFICATIONS Machine specifications / copier specifications Digital Multifunctional System MX-B381 Name Desktop Type 8.5 inch colour touch panel LCD Display OPC drum Photoconductive type Electrophotographic system (laser) Printing method Dry-type two-component magnetic brush development Developer system Heat rollers Fusing system...
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7-1/4" x 10-1/2", 5-1/2" x 8-1/2", 16K Paper weight: Plain paper (60 g/m to 105 g/m Tray 1 (16 lbs. to 28 lbs.)) Paper capacity: Plain paper (80 g/m (21 lbs.)) 500 sheets Paper types: SHARP-recommended plain paper, recycled paper and coloured paper...
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Paper types: SHARP-recommended plain paper, recycled paper, and coloured paper Output method: Face-down output Output capacity: 250 sheets (using SHARP-recommended A4 or 8-1/2" x 11" paper) (The maximum number of sheets that can be held varies Output tray (Centre tray)
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SPECIFICATIONS Machine specifications / copier specifications (Continued) LAN connectivity: 10Base-T / 100Base-TX / 1000Base-T USB connectivity: Type A connector supports USB 2.0 (Hi speed)* Compatibility requirements of USB 2.0 Interface port Memory Capacity: Max. 32 GB Disk Format: FAT32 only Type B connector supports USB 2.0 (Hi speed) Local voltage ±10% (For the power supply...
SPECIFICATIONS Continuous copying speeds* 100% / Reduced / Enlarged Copy ratio 8-1/2" x 14", 8-1/2" x 13-1/2", 32 copies/min. 8-1/2" x 13-2/5", 8-1/2" x 13" 38 copies/min. B5, A5, 8-1/2" x 11", 40 copies/min. 7-1/4" x 10-1/2", 5-1/2" x 8-1/2", 16K * Copy speed during output of the second copy and following copies when performing continuous one-sided copying of the same page (excluding offset output) using plain one-sided paper from a tray other than the bypass tray.
SPECIFICATIONS Acoustic noise emission (measurement according to ISO7779) Sound power level L Printing mode (continuous 7.0 B printing) 4.7 B Standby mode Sound pressure level L (actual measurement) Bystander 53 dB (A) positions Printing mode Operator 52 dB (A) positions Bystander 33 dB (A) positions...
SPECIFICATIONS Automatic document feeder specifications A4 to A5, 8-1/2" x 14" to 5-1/2" x 8-1/2", long paper Original sizes (max. width 216 mm (8-1/2") x max. length 500 mm* (19-5/8")) One-sided 35 g/m to 128 g/m (9 lbs. to 32 lbs.) (Paper weights from 35 g/m (9 lbs.) to 49 g/m (13 lbs.) require the use of slow...
(16 lbs. to 28 lbs.)) Paper weight 500 sheets (80 g/m (21 lbs.)) x 1 tray Paper capacity SHARP-recommended plain paper, recycled paper, and coloured Paper types paper Supplied from the machine Power supply 535 mm (W) x 438 mm (D) x 112 mm (H) 535 mm (W) x 438 mm (D) x 110 mm (H) (21-1/16"...
SPECIFICATIONS Finisher specifications MX-FN12 Model A4, B5, A5, envelopes, 8-1/2" x 14", 8-1/2" x 13-1/2", 8-1/2" x 13-2/5", 8-1/2" x 13", 8-1/2" x 11", 7-1/4" x 10-1/2", Paper sizes 5-1/2" x 8-1/2", 16K Thin paper (55 g/m to 59 g/m (15 lbs.
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SPECIFICATIONS Finisher specifications (Continued) 30 sheets Maximum number of sheets for stapling* *1 The maximum number of sheets that can be held varies depending on ambient conditions in the installation location, the type of paper, and the storage conditions of the paper.
SPECIFICATIONS Printer specifications Built-in Type Same as continuous copying speed (When printing same Continuous document continuously on A4 (8-1/2" x 11") plain paper in printing speed non-offset mode, excluding processing time.) 600 x 600 dpi / 1200 x 1200 dpi Printing resolution PCL5e, PCL6, PostScript 3 compatible*...
SPECIFICATIONS Network scanner / Internet Fax* specifications Built-in Type 100 x 100, 200 x 200, 300 x 300, 400 x 400, 600 x 600 Internet Fax: 200 x 100, 200 x 200, 200 x 400, 400 x 400, Scanning 600 x 600 (200 x 100, 200 x 200 when file type is TIFF-S) Halftone resolution (dpi) can be selected for resolutions other than 200 x 100 dpi.
SPECIFICATIONS Pull scan function (TWAIN) specifications TCP/IP (IPv4) Supported protocol Windows 98 / Me / 2000 / XP / Server 2003 / Vista / Server 2008 Supported client PC operating systems Full Colour, Greyscale, Mono Diffusion, Mono 2 gradation Colour modes 75 dpi, 100 dpi, 150 dpi, 200 dpi, 300 dpi, 400 dpi, 600 dpi (The resolution can be specified by entering a numerical value Resolution...
SPECIFICATIONS Facsimile specifications MX-FXX3 Model Public switched telephone network, PBX Applicable telephone line 8 x 3.85 lines/mm (Standard), 8 x 7.7 lines/mm (Fine, Scanning Fine-Halftone), 8 x 15.4 lines/mm (Super Fine, Super Fine - resolution Halftone), 16 x 15.4 lines/mm (Ultra Fine, Ultra Fine - Halftone) (supports ITU-T standards) 33.6 kbps down to 2.4 kbps Automatic fallback...
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SPECIFICATIONS Facsimile specifications (Continued) Extension telephone Possible (1 telephone) connection Number of one-touch keys for Maximum number of keys: 999 storing destinations* Number of destinations that Maximum number of destinations can be stored in a group (1 in one group key)* (1 key): 500 Remarks...
INFORMATION ON DISPOSAL A. Information on Disposal for Users (private households) 1. In the European Union Attention: If you want to dispose of this equipment, please do not use the ordinary dust bin! Used electrical and electronic equipment must be treated separately and in accordance with legislation that requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling of used electrical and...
If the product is used for business purposes and you want to discard it: Please contact your SHARP dealer who will inform you about the take-back of the product. You might be charged for the costs arising from take-back and recycling.
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Information that the administrator of the machine requires is printed on the back of this page. (Separate this page from the manual and keep it in a safe place. In addition, fill in the name of the administrator and the administrator's contact information in the left hand margin.)
TO THE ADMINISTRATOR OF THE MACHINE (Separate this page from the manual and keep it in a safe place.) Factory default passwords When accessing the system settings, the administrator password is required to log in with administrator rights. The system settings can be configured in the Web pages as well as on the operation panel.
TO THE ADMINISTRATOR OF THE MACHINE For the users of the fax function Important safety instructions • If any of your telephone equipment is not operating properly, you should immediately remove it from your telephone line, as it may cause harm to the telephone network. •...
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