Xerox manual Paper handling and storage, DocuColor 2000 series design guide

Paper handling and storage

Papers for digital printing are manufactured with a lower moisture content than offset papers. For optimum printing, this controlled moisture content of paper needs to be maintained.

Because paper absorbs or sheds moisture rapidly, it’s important to keep paper wrapped in its moisture-proof packaging for as long as possible before use. Avoid opening a new ream of paper until you are ready to use it.

Paper should be stored in a room that enjoys constant a temperature and humidity as variations will induce changes in the paper. Ideally, paper should be kept in an air- conditioned room maintained between 20°C and 23°C, and between 45% and 55% relative humidity.

Always allow paper to acclimatise to the print room conditions at least 24 hours prior to use for best results.

Paper should not have any paper dust that can contaminate the DocuColor 2060 and cause artifacts in print work. Specify ream-sealed, mill-cut papers for optimum results. If cutting paper before printing, ensure the paper is cut clean and free of paper dust.

Paper should always be handled carefully, with clean hands and only enough fanning of reams to avoid sticking edges. Reseal open reams with tape and keep in a moisture- proof container.

Always run paper in accordance with directions on the wrapper that state "Print side first". This is important to minimise curl in the printing process.

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