Lexmark C746x, 41G0100, 41H0000, 41G0050, C748x manual Using specialty media, Tips on using letterhead

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Paper andspecialtymedia guidelines

Notes:

•Make sure the paper size, type, and weight are set correctly on the computer or on the printer control panel.

•Flex, fan, and straighten specialty media before loading it.

•The printer may print at a reduced speed to prevent damage to the fuser.

•For more information on card stock and labels, see the Card Stock & Label Guide on the Lexmark Web site at http://support.lexmark.com.

Using specialty media

Tips on using letterhead

•Use letterhead designed specifically for laser/LED printers.

•Print samples on the letterhead being considered for use before buying large quantities.

•Before loading letterhead, flex the sheets to prevent them from sticking together.

•Page orientation is important when printing on letterhead.

Source	One‑ or two‑sided	Printable side	Paper orientation
	printing
Standard and optional trays	One‑sided	Load preprinted	Place the top edge of the
		letterhead faceup.	sheet with the header
			toward the front of the
			tray.
Standard and optional trays	Two‑sided	Load preprinted	Place the top edge of the
		letterhead facedown.	sheet with the header
			toward the rear of the tray.
Multipurpose feeder	One‑sided	Load preprinted	When loading in short-
		letterhead facedown.	edge orientation, place
			the top edge of the sheet
			with the header toward
			the rear of the
			multipurpose feeder.
			When loading in long-edge
			orientation, place the top
			edge of the sheet with the
			header on the left of the
			multipurpose feeder.
Multipurpose feeder	Two‑sided	Load preprinted	Place the top edge of the
		letterhead faceup.	sheet with the header
			toward the front of the
			multipurpose feeder.

Note: Check with the manufacturer or vendor to determine whether the chosen preprinted letterhead is acceptable for laser/LED printers.