DESCRIPTION OF SPECIAL FUNCTIONS

Toner save mode (page 54)

Reduces toner consumption by approximately 10%.

Power save modes (page 55)

The unit has two power save modes of operation: preheat mode and auto power shut-off mode.

Preheat mode

When the unit enters the preheat mode, the power save ( ) indicator will light up and other indicators will remain on or off as before. In this condition, the fuser in the unit is maintained at a lower heat level, thereby saving power. To copy from the preheat mode, make desired copier selections and press the start ( ) key using the normal copying procedure.

Auto power shut-off mode

When the unit enters the auto power shut-off mode, the power save ( ) indicator will light up and other indicators except the ONLINE indicator will go out. The auto power shut-off mode saves more power than the preheat mode but requires a longer time before starting copying. To copy from the auto power shut-off mode, press the start ( ) key. Then make desired copier selections and press the start ( ) key using the normal copying procedure.

Auto clear (page 55)

The unit returns to the initial settings a preset amount of time after the end of copy, or scanner job. This preset amount of time (auto clear time) can be changed.

Stream feeding mode (page 55)

For description of the stream feeding mode, see "Stream feeding mode" (p.48).

Resolution of AUTO & MANUAL mode (page 55)

You can set the copy resolution used for AUTO and MANUAL ( ) exposure mode.

TONER SAVE MODE

1 Press the exposure mode selector key

to select the MANUAL ( ) mode.

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Sharp AL-1215 operation manual Description of Special Functions, Toner Save Mode