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Attaching the Paper Feed Unit

WARNING

  • If the machine topples, or if a cover or other part gets broken, you must turn the power switch to off and disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet. Then contact your service representative and report the problem. Do not use the machine. Doing so could result in fire or electric shock.

CAUTION

  • The printer weights approximately 29 kg (64.0 lb.). When moving the printer, use the inset grips on both sides, and lift slowly. The printer will break or cause injury if dropped.

CAUTION

  • Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before you move the machine. While moving the machine, take care that the power cord is not damaged under the machine. Failing to take these precautions could result in fire or electric shock.

CAUTION

  • Do not place the machine on an unstable or tilted surface. If it topples over, an injury might occur.

CAUTION

  • Lifting the paper feed unit carelessly or dropping it may cause injury.

Important

  • When one paper feed unit is installed, this detected as "Tray 2".

  • The printer should always be lifted by two people.

  • After a new paper feed unit has been installed, the driver settings might need to be reconfigured. For details, see "Making Option Settings for the Printer", Driver Installation Guide.

  • Tray 1 is required to print using the optional paper feed unit. Without Tray 1, paper jams will occur.

  • Do not grip on the tray area when lifting the printer.

1Check the package contains the following:

Paper Feed Unit (including a paper tray)

Illustration of paper feed unit

2Turn off the printer's power switch, and then unplug the printer's power cord from the wall outlet.

3Remove the adhesive tape from the optional paper feed unit.

Illustration of paper feed unit

4Lift the printer using the inset grips on both sides of the printer.

Printer illustration

When moving the printer, do not hold on the following parts as doing so could cause a malfunction:

  • The handle onto the standard paper feed tray.

  • The underside of the bypass tray.

5There are three upright pins on the optional paper feed unit. Align them with the holes on the underside of the printer, and then carefully lower the printer.

Printer illustration

6After installing the option, print the configuration page to confirm the installation.

Note

  • When moving the printer, remove the paper feed unit.

  • After finishing the installation, you can check whether the paper feed unit is properly installed by printing the configuration page from the [List/Test Print] menu. If the paper feed unit is properly installed, "Tray 2" will appear for "Attached Equipment" on the configuration page.

  • If the paper feed unit is not installed properly, reinstall it following this procedure. If you cannot install it properly even after attempting reinstallation, contact your sales or service representative.

  • If the print area is not centered correctly, adjust the printing position for the optional paper feed unit. For details, see "Adjusting Printing Position".

  • For details about printing the configuration page, see "Test Printing".

  • For details about loading paper onto the paper tray, see "Loading Paper in Trays".

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