Ricoh DDP 70e, DDP 92 manual Paper Weights, Unacceptable Paper, Storing Paper

Paper

To obtain good print quality, use the recommended paper and properly position it in the correct trays. For the desired paper orientation, see the labels on the trays. Refer to Appendix C for detailed information about paper specifications and printing on special print media.

Paper Weights

The printer accepts the following paper weights in all paper trays, including the MBT and HCF:

nBond paper: 16-53 lb (60-199 g/m2)

Index paper: 90-110 lb (163-199 g/m2)

Unacceptable Paper

Avoid using the following media as they cause paper jams and print quality problems.

Excessively thick or thin paper

Paper that has already been printed (preprinted letterhead is allowed)

Wrinkled, torn, or bent paper

Moist or wet paper

Curled paper

Paper with an electrostatic charge

Glued paper

Paper with special coating

Colored paper with surface treatment

Paper unable to withstand temperature of 302°F (150° C)

Thermal paper

Carbon paper

Paper with paper fasteners, ribbons, tape, etc., attached

nHeavily textured paper

Label stock with exposed backing sheets

Storing Paper

Store the paper properly to avoid print quality problems and paper jams.

Store paper horizontally, in a flat, dry location to avoid wrinkling, bending, curling, etc.

nStore paper away from direct sunlight.

Store any unused paper in its original packing.

3-2 Paper Handling