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Choosing Paper
Standard office paper -- You can use the printer’s paper cassette
to automatically feed most types of
16
to
24
lb.
(60
g/m
2
to
90
g/m
2
) paper. This typically includes such paper as copier paper,
memo sheets, cotton bond, and letterhead. If you feed paper
manually or load it one sheet at a time through the paper cassette,
you can use
16
to
42
lb.
(60
g/m
2
to
157
g/m
2
) paper.
For best results, use paper made especially for laser printers. Paper
made for plain-paper copiers is also a good choice.
If you want to use less expensive paper, test it before regular use.
Paper should be of good quality and relatively smooth. Also keep
in mind that if the paper is textured or too rough, the printed
output may not be as clear.
Some letterheads use inks or dyes that may smear or come off
when subjected to the high temperatures of the fuser. Try a few
sheets before you print on letterhead or other special paper.
Special paper -- You can use colored paper as long as it meets the
weight limits given above for standard office paper. Do not,
however, use coated paper (paper to which a colored coating has
been added).
Labels -- Use only labels designed for laser printers or plain-paper
copiers in your printer. When printing labels, for best results, use
the optional face-up output tray; this keeps the labels from curling
or coming off the backing sheet.
To prevent the adhesive from coming into contact with the printer
parts, always use labels that completely cover the backing sheet so
that there are no gaps between the individual labels.
Test the label sheet for leaking adhesive by pressing a sheet of
paper on top of a sheet of labels. If the paper sticks at all, do not
use the labels.
Paper Handling 4-3