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load paper and envelopes

This chapter contains the following topics:

•load paper

•load envelopes

•load postcards or hagaki cards

•load photo paper

•tips for loading other types of paper

load paper

Following is the basic procedure for loading blank paper. There are specific considerations for loading certain types of paper and transparency film. After you review this procedure, see tips for loading other types of paper on page 11.

For best results, adjust the paper settings each time you change paper types or paper sizes. For more information, see set the paper type and size on page 12.

to load the paper tray:

1Remove (pull out) the output tray and slide the paper-width and paper-length guides to their outermost positions.

2Tap the stack on a flat surface to align the edges of the paper, and then check the paper for the following:

–Make sure it is free of rips, dust, wrinkles, and curled or bent edges.

–Make sure all the paper in the stack is the same size and type.

3Insert paper into the input tray print side down until it stops. If you are using letterhead, insert the top of the page first, face-down.

Check that the stack of paper contains several sheets but is no higher than the top of the paper-length guide.

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