HP 8270 How to scan from the automatic, Document feeder ADF, Choose acceptable media for the ADF

2	How to scan from the automatic
	document feeder (ADF)

This section explains how to use the automatic document feeder (ADF) for the HP Scanjet 8270 Document Flatbed Scanner. Cleaning and maintenance accessories are available for the ADF. For information, see Clean and maintain the automatic document feeder (ADF) on page 17.

Choose acceptable media for the ADF

The ADF works best when the originals meet the following specifications:

●Standard media of A4-, U.S. letter-, and legal-sized paper

●Nonstandard media ranging in size from 88.9 by 127 mm (3.5 by 5 inches) to 216 by 356 mm (8.5 by 14 inches)

●Media weights from 60 to 90 g/m2 (16 to 24 lbs)

●Media that is square- or rectangular-shaped and in good condition

●Media that is free of perforations or punch holes

●Media that is free of wet glue, correction fluid, or ink

Note Avoid putting multipart forms, transparencies, magazine pages, gum-backed pages, and lightweight paper in the ADF.

Before placing an original in the ADF, check for and remove:

●Curls or wrinkles

●Staples, paper clips, and any other attached material

If the originals do not meet these criteria, scan from the scanner glass.

Load originals in the ADF

1.Place a stack of similarly sized pages face up in the document input tray, with the first page on top.

2.Adjust the paper guides to center the stack.

3.Press a front panel button or use HP Solution Center to begin scanning.

4.Follow the onscreen instructions to finish scanning.

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