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For details about trays that can be loaded for each paper size and type, see Paper Size Specifications and Paper Type Specifications.
Make sure the paper stack does not exceed the upper limit mark. Excessive stacking can cause paper jams.
Do not mix different types of paper.
After loading paper, specify the paper size and type using the control panel. When printing a document, specify the same paper size and type in the printer driver as specified on the printer.
When loading label paper, load it one by one.
When printing on paper that is longer than A4
, load only a single sheet of paper on the bypass tray at a time, and hold the paper so it is fed correctly. Also, make sure to check in advance the print quality of the type of paper you intend to use. How paper is fed or print quality will be differs depending on the type or thickness of paper.
While pressing and holding the bypass tray open lever in the upper center of the bypass tray, pull the tray open.
Pull the extender out when loading paper larger than A4 or 81/2 × 11.
Slide both sides of the paper guide outward, and then load paper print side up until it stops.
Slide both sides of the paper guide outward, and then load paper print side down until it stops.
Adjust both sides of the paper guide to match the paper width.
When using the bypass tray, it is recommended that you set the paper direction to
.Before loading Postcard or 148 × 200 mm paper, straighten any curls within 2 mm (0.1 inch) upward and 0 mm (0 inches) downward on the tray.
Letterhead paper must be loaded in a specific orientation. For details, see Loading Orientation-Fixed Paper or Two-Sided Paper.
You can load envelopes into the bypass tray. Envelopes must be loaded in a specific orientation. For details, see Loading Envelopes.
