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Using Print Materials
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4 Using Print Materials
This chapter will help you understand the types of paper you
can use with your printer and how to properly load paper in the
different paper trays for the best print quality.
This chapter includes:
• Choosing Paper and Other Materials
• Loading Paper
• Printing on Special Print Materials
Choosing Paper and Other
Materials
You can print on a variety of print materials, such as plain
paper, envelopes, labels, card stock, and so on. See “Printing
on Special Print Materials” on page 4.4. To get the best possible
print quality, use only high-quality, copier-grade paper.
When you choose print materials, consider the following:
•
Desired outcome
: The paper you choose should be
appropriate for the project.
•
Size
: You can use any size paper that fits easily within the
paper adjusters of the paper tray.
•
Weight
: Your printer supports paper weights as follows:
-20~24lbs (75~90g/m
2
) bond for Tray1 or
optional Tray2
-20~43lbs (75~163g/m
2
) bond for the
Multi-purpose Tray
•
Brightness
: Some papers are whiter than others and
produce sharper, more vibrant images.
•
Surface smoothness
: The smoothness of the paper affects
how crisp the printing looks on the paper.
CAUTION
: Using a material that does not conform to the
specifications listed on page 10.3 can cause problems that
may require service. This service will not be covered by the
warranty or service agreements.
Sizes and Capacities
Guidelines for Paper and Special
Materials
When selecting or loading paper, envelopes, or other special
materials, keep these guidelines in mind:
• Attempting to print on damp, curled, wrinkled, or torn paper
can cause paper jams and poor print quality.
• Use cut-sheet paper only. You cannot use multi-part paper.
• Use only high-quality, copier grade paper for the best print
quality.
• Do not use paper with irregularities, such as tabs or staples.
• Do not attempt to load any tray while printing, and never
overfill the tray. This could cause a paper jam.
• Avoid paper with embossed lettering, perforations, or a
texture that is too smooth or too rough.
• Colored paper should be of the same high quality as white
photocopy paper. The pigments must be able to withstand
the printer’s fusing temperature of 180°C (356°F) for 0.1
seconds without deteriorating. Do not use paper with a
colored coating that was added after the paper was
produced.
• Preprinted forms must be printed with nonflammable, heat-
resistant ink that does not melt, vaporize, or release
hazardous emissions when subjected to the printer’s fusing
temperature.
• Store paper in its ream wrapper until you are ready to use it.
Place cartons on pallets or shelves, not on the floor.
• Do not place heavy objects on top of the paper, whether it is
packaged or unpackaged.
• Keep paper away from moisture, direct sunlight, or other
conditions that can cause it to wrinkle or curl.
Size
Input Source/Capacity
*
* Depending on paper thickness, maximum capacity may be reduced.
Tray1
Tray2
(option)
Multi-purpose Tray
Automatic
Feed
Manual
Feed
Plain Paper
250 500 100 1
Envelopes
**
—— 10 1
Labels
**
** If you are experiencing excessive jamming, feed one sheet at a time through
the Multi-purpose Tray.
CAUTION
:
This printer does not support transparencies.
—— 10 1
Card stock
**
—— 10 1