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Print Media Guidelines
Selecting the right paper or other media reduces printing problems. For best print quality,
try a sample of the paper or specialty media you are considering before buying large
quantities.
CAUTION: Your product uses a printing process that heats the print media, and
heat can cause certain media to release emissions. You must understand the
section in your operating instructions that discusses the guidelines for selecting
appropriate print media to avoid the possibility of harmful emissions.
• Use 20 lb (75 g/m2) xerographic paper.
• Use transparencies designed for lase r printers.
• Use envelopes made from 24 lb (90 g/m2) bond paper. To reduce paper jams, do not
use envelopes that:
– Have excessive curl
– Are stuck together
– Are damaged in any way
– Contain windows, holes, perforations, cutouts, or embossing
– Use metal clasps, string ties, or metal folding bars
– Have postage stamps attached
– Have any exposed adhesive when the flap is in the sealed position
• Do not use labels that have exposed adhesive on the sheets.
• Do not print a large number of labels continuously.
• Use card stock with a maximum weight of 163 g/m2 and a minimum size of
76.2x 127 mm (3 x 5 in.).