Handling Paper
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Special Paper
The following types of special paper can be used:
Use paper that is sold specifically for use with copiers or printers (heat-fusing type). When using
transparencies, labels, thin paper, envelopes, postcards, or thick paper, feed the paper from the MP
Tray.
Since the composition and quality of special paper vary considerably, special paper is more likely
than white bond paper to give trouble during printing. No liability will be assumed if moisture and so
forth given off during printing on special paper causes harm to the machine or operator.
NOTE: Before purchasing any type of special paper, test a sample on the machine and check that
printing quality is satisfactory.
Transparency
Transparencies must be able to withstand the heat of
fusing during the printing process. The recommended
transparency product is 3M CG3700 (Letter, A4).
Transparencies must be placed on the MP tray with the
long edge towards the printer.
When unloading transparencies (e.g., for clearing
jams), hold them carefully by the edges to avoid
leaving fingerprints on them.
Labels
Labels must be fed from the MP Tray.
The basic rule for printing on adhesive labels is that the adhesive must never come into contact with
any part of the machine. Adhesive paper sticking to the drum or rollers will damage the machine.
Label paper has a structure comprising of three layers,
as shown in the diagram. The top sheet is printed on.
The adhesive layer consists of pressure-sensitive
adhesives. The carrier sheet (also called the linear or
backing sheet) holds the labels until used. Due to the
complexity of its composition, adhesive-backed label
paper is particularly likely to give printing problems.
Adhesive label paper must be entirely covered by its
top sheet, with no spaces between the individual
labels. Labels with spaces in between are liable to peel
off, causing serious paper jam problems.
Paper type to be used Paper type to be selected
Thin paper (60 to 64 g/m²) Vellum
Thick paper (90 to 220 g/m²) Thick
Colored paper Color
Recycled paper Recycled
Overhead projector transparencies Transparency
Postcards Cardstock
Envelopes Envelope
Label Labels
Preprinted paper Preprinted
MP Tray
Top sheet (white
bond paper)
Adhesive
Carrier sheet
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