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Paper and Preprinted Forms
For best results, use conventional 20-lb (75-g/m
2
) xerographic paper. Make
sure the paper is of good quality and free of cuts, nicks, tears, spots, loose
particles, dust, wrinkles, voids, and curled or bent edges.
Heavy Paper Stock
See the specific requirements given in Chapter 3, “Printing Tasks,” for each
paper tray. Do not use paper heavier than 28 lb (105 g/m
2
) from any tray;
misfeeds, stacking problems, paper jams, poor toner fusing, poor print
quality, and excessive mechanical wear can result.
Paper Guidelines
Follow these guidelines to avoid paper jams, poor print quality, or damage
to your printer:
• Do not use paper that is very rough, very smooth, or embossed. Such
paper may cause feeding or print quality problems, and rough papers
may have poor toner adhesion.
• Do not use paper with cutouts or perforations.
• Do not use letterhead papers that are printed with low temperature inks,
such as those used in some types of thermography.
• Use only colored papers or preprinted forms that use inks compatible
with your printer’s fusing temperature (392°F/200°C for
0.1 second).
• Keep paper stored in moisture-proof wrapping to prevent changes in
moisture content which may cause poor print quality, jamming, and curl.
• Avoid paper having ragged cut edges to prevent feeding problems.
C-2 Media Specifications