About Print Media
Using paper that is not appropriate for the printer can cause paper jams, image quality problems, or printer failure.
To achieve the best performance from your printer, we recommend you to use only the paper described in this section.
When using paper other than that recommended, contact the Fuji Xerox local representative office or an authorized dealer.
Print Media Usage Guidelines
The printer tray accommodates various sizes and types of paper and other specialty media. Follow these guidelines when loading paper and media in the tray:
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• Fan paper or other specialty media before loading in the paper tray.
Do not print on label stock once a label has been removed from a sheet.
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Use only paper envelopes. Do not use envelopes with windows, metal clasps, or adhesives with release strips.
Print all envelopes single-sided only.
Some wrinkling and embossing may occur when printing envelopes.
Do not overload the tray. Do not load print media above the fill line on the inside of the paper width guides.
Adjust the paper width guides to fit the paper size.
If excessive jams occur, use paper or other media from a new package.
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WARNING:
Do not use conductive paper such as origami paper, carbonic paper or conductively-coated paper. When paper jam occurs, it may cause short-circuit and eventually a fire accident.
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See also:
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"Loading Print Media in the Standard 150 Sheet Tray" on page 79
"Loading Envelope in the Standard 150 Sheet Tray" on page 82
"Printing on Custom Size Paper" on page 93
Print Media That Can Damage Your Printer
Your printer is designed to use a variety of media types for print jobs. However, some media can cause poor output quality, increased paper jams, or damage to your printer.
Unacceptable media includes:
• Rough or porous media
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• Plastic media
Paper that has been folded or wrinkled
Paper with staples
Envelopes with windows or metal clasps
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Padded envelopes
Non-laser glossy or coated paper
Perforated media
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WARNING:
Do not use conductive paper such as origami paper, carbonic paper or conductively-coated paper. When paper jam occurs, it may cause short-circuit and eventually a fire accident.
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Print Media Storage Guidelines
Providing good storage conditions for your paper and other media contributes to optimum print quality.
• Store print media in dark, cool, and relatively dry locations. Most paper items are susceptible to damage from ultraviolet (UV) and visible light. UV radiation, which is emitted by the sun and fluorescent bulbs, is particularly damaging to paper items. The intensity and length of exposure to visible light on paper items should be reduced as much as possible.
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• Maintain constant temperatures and relative humidity.
Avoid attics, kitchens, garages, and basements for storing print media.
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Store print media flat. Print media should be stored on pallets, cartons, shelves, or in cabinets.
Avoid having food or drinks in the area where print media is stored or handled.
Do not open sealed packages of paper until you are ready to load them into the printer. Leave paper in the original packaging. For most commercial cut-size grades, the ream wrapper contains an inner lining that protects the paper from moisture loss or gain.
Leave the media inside the bag until you are ready to use it; reinsert unused media in the bag and reseal it for protection. Some specialty media is packaged inside resealable plastic bags.
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