Loading paper and specialty media

Lexmark™ X560 Quick Reference

Loading Tray 1 (MPT)

In addition to plain paper, Tray 1 (MPT) can use various other sizes and types of paper or specialty media, such as envelopes and transparencies.

Notes:

•Make sure Tray 2 is completely installed before opening Tray 1 (MPT).

•Load up to 150 sheets or a stack of paper that weighs 60–216 g/m2 and is less than 15 mm (.59 in.) high. The minimum paper size supported is 76.2 x 127 mm (3 x 5 in.).

•Tray 1 (MPT) supports paper or specialty media within the following dimensions: 76.2 x 127 mm–220.0 x 355.6 mm (3 x 5 in.–.8.66 x 14 in.).

•For duplex printing, you can load paper that is 64–163 g/m2.

•Do not load different types of paper at the same time.

•Do not remove or add paper to Tray 1 (MPT) when printing, or if there is any paper still in the tray. Doing so may cause a paper jam.

•Do not put any objects other than paper in Tray 1 (MPT).

•Always load paper short edge first.

To load paper in Tray 1 (MPT):

1Gently pull open the Tray 1 (MPT) cover.

2Slide the width guides to the edges of the tray. The width guides should be fully extended.

3Flex 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.

4Insert all paper or specialty media facedown and top edge first into Tray 1 (MPT).