3 Flex the sheets back and forth to loosen them, and then fan them. Do not fold or crease the paper. Straighten the
edges on a level surface.
4 Load the paper stack with the recommended print side faceup. Load the paper in either the long‑edge or short‑edge
orientation as shown.
Notes:
• Load sizes larger than A4 in the short‑edge orientation.
• Paper must be loaded in the short‑edge orientation to create booklets if the optional booklet finisher is
installed.
Long‑edge orientation Short‑edge orientation
5 Make sure the paper guides are secure against the edges of the paper.
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