How To Reset Sharp Ar-6020 Here

To reset the Sharp AR-6020, you must Simulation Mode using a specific key sequence to clear maintenance counters or technical error codes The Reset Procedure

The most common reset for this model involves clearing maintenance counters or "trouble" codes (like the H4 error) through the service menu. Enter Simulation Mode : Press the following keys in quick succession: right arrow [Interrupt] right arrow right arrow [Interrupt] Note: On some regional versions, the sequence is right arrow [Interrupt] right arrow right arrow [Interrupt] Select the Reset Category Use the number pad to enter and press the again to clear the maintenance counter. Clear Specific Errors (e.g., H4) If you are clearing a fuser or system error, enter code in Simulation Mode and press . This is the "Trouble Clear" command. Exit Simulation : Press the (Clear All) key to return to normal operation. Types of Resets

Depending on your specific issue, you may need a different approach: Maintenance Reset

: Required when the maintenance indicator (spanner icon) stays lit after servicing. Use Simulation as described above. Developer Initialization

: If you have just replaced the developer powder, you must run Simulation for exactly two minutes to calibrate the new material. Paper Jam Reset

: Simply opening and closing the side or front cover often clears standard jams. If the error persists, check the Sharp AR-6020 Operation Guide for sensor cleaning instructions. Resetting Network/System Settings For software-related issues or network configuration: Default Password how to reset sharp ar-6020

: If you are locked out of the web interface, the factory default administrator password is typically Web Console

: Access the printer's IP address in a browser to perform a "System Reset" via the administrator settings menu.

Phase 3: The Service Reset (The Nuclear Option)

If the standard simulation codes do not work, or if you are facing a persistent "Call for Service" code (like an H4 or H5 error, which denote fuser or laser unit issues), the standard user reset may be locked. In this scenario, you access the deeper service mode.

  1. Input: [P] -> [] -> [C] -> []
  2. Enter Main Code: 14

Because "reset" can mean different things depending on the problem you are facing, this guide covers the three most common types of resets: a hard reboot (for glitches), a factory reset (for settings), and a maintenance reset (for service codes).

Method 1: Clear the Maintenance Counter (Drum/Developer Life)

Use this when the spanner/wrench light is solid or blinking. To reset the Sharp AR-6020, you must Simulation

  1. Press the # key (hash/pound) and hold it down.
  2. While holding #, press the * key (star/asterisk).
  3. The display should show "MAINTENANCE MODE" or a number like 01.
  4. Using the numeric keypad, type 42 . (Simulation 42 resets the drum counter).
  5. Press the Start button (the large button with a triangle).
  6. The display will show a blinking number (e.g., 100). Type 0 using the keypad.
  7. Press the Start button again. The machine will whir for a moment.
  8. Press the CA (Clear All) button twice to exit maintenance mode.

To reset the developer counter (if you changed the developer):

  • Follow steps 1-3 above.
  • Type 44 instead of 42.
  • Press Start → Type 0 → Press Start → Press CA twice.

Phase 2: The Hard Reset (The Factory Restore)

Warning: This is the point of no return. Performing a full system reset will restore the Sharp AR-6020 to the state it was in when it left the factory. It will erase your network settings (IP address, subnet mask), your address book, and any custom presets. Ensure you have this information backed up or accessible before proceeding.

To reset the AR-6020, you must enter the Simulation Mode. This is the technician’s backdoor, a diagnostic realm where the machine’s core behaviors can be altered.

The Ritual:

  1. Enter the Code: Stand before the machine. You are going to input a specific sequence of keys to bypass the standard user interface. Press the following keys in rapid succession: Phase 3: The Service Reset (The Nuclear Option)

    • [P] (Program) -> [] (Star/Asterisk) -> [C] (Clear) -> [] (Star/Asterisk)

    (Note: On some AR-6020 interfaces, the keys may be labeled slightly differently, or you may need to use the number pad to simulate the commands, but the P--C-* sequence is the industry standard for Sharp.)*

  2. The Gateway: If done correctly, the display will change. It will ask for a Main Code or simply enter a "Simulation Mode" screen.

  3. The Purge Command: You are looking for the simulation code that handles system initialization. Using the number keypad, type:

    • 18
    • Press the [Start] key.

  4. The Execution: The screen will likely ask for a sub-code or confirmation. You are usually looking for "Execute" or "Start."

    • Select [1] for the sub-code (if applicable) and press [Start].
    • The machine will process the command. The screen may flicker, or the machine may reset automatically.

  5. The Confirmation: Once the machine restarts, it will likely prompt you to set the initial settings (Date, Time, Language). This is the sign that the amnesia has been successful. The machine remembers nothing; it is innocent again.

Final Checklist After Reset

  • [ ] Copy a blank white page – no lines or dark patches? (Good)
  • [ ] Copy a dark page – even toning? (Good)
  • [ ] The "Maintenance" light is off.
  • [ ] You can print a configuration page (Menu → List Print → Yes).

1. The Soft Reset (Clearing Errors)

Before trying anything drastic, perform a soft reset. This clears temporary memory glitches without affecting settings.

How to do it:

  1. Press the Clear button (yellow key with an "X") on the control panel.
  2. Press the Stop button twice.
  3. If the machine is frozen, turn it off using the main power switch (not the wall outlet), wait 30 seconds, and turn it back on.