Lexmark 896, 496, 696 manual Understanding jam messages and locations, Use recommended paper

Clearing jams 275

•If paper needs to be returned to the mailbox bin, then insert the paper under the bin arm, and then push the paper all the way back.

Note: If the paper is not under the bin arm, then a jam occurs due to an overfilled bin.

Use recommended paper

•Use only recommended paper or specialty media.

•Do not load wrinkled, creased, damp, bent, or curled paper.

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

•Do not use paper that has been cut or trimmed by hand.

•Do not mix paper sizes, weights, or types in the same tray.

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

•Store paper per manufacturer recommendations.

Understanding jam messages and locations

When a jam occurs, a message indicating the jam location and information to clear the jam appears on the printer display. Open the doors, covers, and trays indicated on the display to remove the jam.