Publication No. GEG-99197 May04
3-2 TallyGenicom mL450 Laser Printer User Manual
Paper
About this Chapter
Provides information on paper qualities, paper size requirements, paper paths, paper output deliv-
ery and loading of paper in your printer and options.
Paper
To obtain good print quality, only use the recommended paper. In choosing paper other than the
recommended ones, use the following t ables as guidance. Using paper other than that recom-
mended may cause paper jam and other printer problems. Contact your point of purchase for more
information.
Unacceptable paper
Avoid using the following media as they cause paper jams and print quality problem.
Excessively thick or thin paper
Paper that has already been printed
Wrinkled, torn or bent paper
Moist or wet paper
Curled paper
Paper with an electrostatic charge
Glued paper
Paper with special coating
Color paper with surface treatment
Paper unable to withstand temperature of 302∫F(150∫ C)
Thermal paper
Carbon paper
Paper with paper fastener, ribbons, tape etc. attached
Heavily textured paper
Label stock with exposed backing sheets
Storing paper
In addition to using paper meeting the specifications, be sure to store the paper properly to avoid
print quality problems and paper jams.
Store paper in a dry location away from direct sunlight.
Store any unused paper in its original packing and store in it in a dry location.
Store paper horizontally on a flat surface.
Store paper so as to avoid wrinkle, bending, curl, etc.
Paper Size Requirements
The paper sizes you can use are listed in the following tables.