Precautions for Correct Operations

Inapplicable paper

Do not load the following paper into the tray. Not observing these precautions may lead to reduced print quality, a paper jam or damage to the machine.

  • Paper that has been printed on with a heat-transfer printer or an inkjet printer

  • Folded, curled, wrinkled, or torn paper

  • Paper that has been left unwrapped for a long period of time

  • Damp paper, perforated paper, or paper with punched holes

  • Extremely smooth or extremely rough paper, or paper with an uneven surface

  • Treated paper such as carbon-backed paper, thermal paper, pressure-sensitive paper, or iron-on transfer paper

  • Paper that has been decorated with foil or embossing

  • Paper of a non-standard shape (paper that is not rectangular)

  • Paper that is bound with glue, staples or paper clips

  • Paper with labels attached

  • Paper with ribbons, hooks, buttons, etc., attached

  • Envelopes that have glue or release paper on the flaps or the flap-covered part of the body

  • Paper with different paper quality (roughness) on the front and back sides

  • Paper that is too thin or too thick

  • Paper containing static electricity

  • Acidic paper

  • Other types of unavailable paper

Paper storage

Store paper in a cool, dark location with little humidity. If paper contains moisture, a paper jam may occur.

Store the paper flat, not on its edge. Curled paper may cause a paper jam.