Sharp AL-1340 AL-1340 Operation Manual - Page 29

TD CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT 3 Install a new TD cartridge. To install the new cartridge, see page 11, INSTALLING THE TD CARTRIDGE. 4 Close the front cover and then the side cover by pressing the round projections near the side cover open button. The indicator will go out and the ready ( ) indicator will light up. When closing the covers, be sure to close the front cover securely and then close the side cover. If the covers are closed in the wrong order, the covers may be damaged. DRUM CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT The useful life of the drum cartridge is approximately 18,000 copies. When the internal counter reaches approximately 17,000 copies, the drum replacement required ( ) indicator will light up indicating that replacement of the drum cartridge will be needed soon. For more information on purchasing the drum cartridge, see SUPPLY PART NUMBERS AND STORAGE on page 38. When the indicator begins to blink, the copier will stop operating until the cartridge is replaced. Replace the drum cartridge at this time. 5 Do not remove the protective cover on the drum portion (black paper) of a new drum cartridge before use. The cover protects the drum against external light. 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. To remove the TD cartridge, see page 26, step 2. 3 Hold the handle of the drum cartridge and gently pull the cartridge out. Dispose of the old drum cartridge in accordance with local regulations. 27