Sharp AL 1000 AL1000 Operation Manual - Page 27

5 SUPPLIES AND USER MAINTENANCE This chapter describes how to replace the TD cartridge and the drum cartridge and how to check the total number of copies. TD CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT The TD cartridge replacement required ( ) indicator will light up when toner is needed. For more information on purchasing the TD cartridge, see OPTION AND SUPPLY PART NUMBERS AND STORAGE on page 38. If copying is continued while the indicator is lit, copies will gradually become lighter until the copier stops and the indicator begins blinking. Replace the old TD cartridge by following the procedure given below. q After the copier stops, it may be possible to make a few more copies by taking the TD cartridge out of the copier, shaking it horizontally, then reinstalling it. If copying is not possible after this operation, replace the TD 5 cartridge. q During long copy run of a dark original, the ready ( ) indicator may blink, the indicator light up, and the copier stop, even though toner is left. The copier will feed toner up to 2 minutes and then the ready ( ) indicator will light up. Press the print ( ) key to restart copying. 1 Open the side cover while pressing the side cover open button. Then, push gently on both sides of the front cover to open the cover. Supplies and user maintenance 2 Gently pull the TD cartridge out while pressing the lock release button. Dispose of the old TD cartridge in accordance with local regulations. Lock release button 26