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Loading paper longer than A4

This section explains how to load paper longer than A4 (297 mm) into the printer.

Important

  • Make sure paper is not stacked above the limit mark inside the tray. Misfeeds might occur.

  • After loading paper in the tray, specify the paper type and size using the control panel to avoid printing problems. This machine does not detect the paper size automatically.

  • Do not mix different types of paper in the same paper tray.

  • Do not move the side paper guides forcefully. Doing so can damage the tray.

  • Do not move the end paper guide forcefully. Doing so can damage the tray.

  • When inserting the tray, make sure it is not slanted. Inserting it at a slant can damage the printer.

1Remove the rear cover using a coin.

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2Pull out tray 1 carefully with both hands.

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Place the tray on a flat surface.

3Push the metal plate down until it clicks into place to lock.

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4Pinch the extender in the PUSH direction, and then pull out the extender until it stops (you will hear a click).

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After extension, make sure the arrows on the extender and tray are aligned.

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5Pinch the clip on the side paper guide, and then slide it to match the paper size.

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6Pinch the front end paper guide and slide it inward to match the legal paper size.

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7Load the new paper stack print side up.

Make sure paper is not stacked higher than the upper limit (upper line) marked inside the tray.

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Slide the guides inward until they are flush against the paper's sides.

Make sure the paper is not stacked higher than the projection on the side paper guides.

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8Check there are no gaps between the paper and the paper guides; both side and front end paper guides.

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If there is a gap between the paper and the front end paper guide, as in the example below, the paper might not feed in correctly.

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9Carefully push Tray 1 straight into the printer.

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To avoid paper jams, make sure the tray is securely inserted.

Note

  • To reinsert the extender, you might have to push it with moderate force.

  • The upper limit differs depending on paper type; thin paper or thick paper. Check the label inside the tray to confirm the upper limit.

  • The remaining paper indicator on the right front side of the paper tray shows approximately how much paper is remaining.

Reference

  • For details about paper types supported by the printer, see Paper Recommendations.

  • For details about the paper settings, see Software Guide.