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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 paper labels designed for laser printer s.
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
Use card stock with a maximum weight of 163 g/m2 and a minimum size of 3 x 5 in.
(76.2x 127 mm).

Media Types and Sizes

Source Media and Size Weight Capacity
Tray 1 Paper, Labe ls: A4, A5, JIS B5,
Letter, Legal, Executive, Folio,
Statement
Transparencies: A4, Letter
16–24 lb
(60–90 g/m2)
250 sheets (20 lb paper)
50 paper labels
50 transparencies
550-Sheet
Optional Tray Paper, Labe ls: A4, A5, JIS B5,
Letter, Legal, Executive, Folio,
Statement
Transparencies: A4, Letter
16–24 lb
(60–90 g/m2)
550 sheets (20 lb paper)
50 paper labels
50 transparencies