GCC Elite Color 16 Series User’s Guide
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Selecting Print Media
Unsuitable Paper types
Avoid using the following paper types as they can cause paper jams or damage to the printer.
• Color transparency sheets (bordered by white frame).
• Ink jet paper
• Paper that is too thick or too thin
• Paper already printed using another printer or copier
• Folded, creased or torn paper
• Damp or wet paper
• Undulated or warped paper
• Sheets adhered by static electricity
• Layered or adhesive paper
• Specially coated paper
• Colored paper with a treated surface
• Paper printed with ink that cannot withstand temperatures of 155˚C.
• Heat-sensitive paper
• Carbon paper
• Paper with staples, paper clips, tape or ribbons attached
• Paper with a rough surface such as textured or fiber form paper
• Using acidic paper can cause the characters to fade over time. Use neutral paper to pre-
vent this problem.
• Envelopes with a rough surface or clips attached
• Envelopes with sticky adhesive
• Label sheets where the backing has peeled away or are pre-cut.
• T-shirt transfer paper (Heat press use)
• Transfer paper (cold water use)
• Luminous paper
• Digital coated glossy paper
• Label film (transparent, colorless)
Do not use
Shiny backed paper
Paper cut into labels
OK to use
Full page labels (uncut)