Chapter 14

Envelopes print incorrectly

Try the following solutions to resolve the issue. Solutions are listed in order, with the most likely solution first. If the first solution does not solve the problem, continue trying the remaining solutions until the issue is resolved.

Solution 1: Load the stack of envelopes correctly

Solution 2: Check the envelope type

Solution 3: Tuck the flaps to avoid paper jams

Troubleshooting

Solution 1: Load the stack of envelopes correctly

Solution: Load a stack of envelopes in the input tray, with the envelope flaps facing up and to the left.

Make sure that you remove all paper from the input tray before loading the envelopes.

For more information, see:

Load envelopes” on page 42

Cause: A stack of envelopes was loaded incorrectly.

If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.

Solution 2: Check the envelope type

Solution: Do not use shiny or embossed envelopes or envelopes that have clasps or windows.

Cause: The wrong type of envelope was loaded. If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.

Solution 3: Tuck the flaps to avoid paper jams

Solution: To avoid paper jams, tuck the flaps inside the envelopes.

Cause: The flaps might get caught in the rollers.

Borderless printing produces unexpected results

Solution: Try printing the image from the photo imaging software that came with the product.

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HP C5500 Envelopes print incorrectly, Solution 1 Load the stack of envelopes correctly, Solution 2 Check the envelope type