Chapter 2

Loading envelopes

About envelopes

Use envelopes that weigh from 20 to 25 lb (80 to 95 g/m2).

Some envelopes require you to make margin settings in the application you are using. Make sure you do a test print first before printing multiple envelopes.

IMPORTANT

DO NOT use the following types of envelopes, as they will not feed correctly:

That are of a baggy construction.

That have windows.

That are embossed (have raised writing on them).

That have clasps or staples.

That are pre-printed on the inside.

Glue

Double flaps

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Occasionally you may experience paper feed problems caused by the thickness, size and flap shape of the envelopes you are using.

Loading envelopes

a Before loading, press the corners and sides of envelopes to make them as flat as possible.

IMPORTANT

If envelopes are “double-feeding,” put one envelope in the paper tray at a time.

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