Loading Paper
This section explains how to load paper into the paper tray and the bypass tray.
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For information about supported paper, precautions for storing paper and print areas, see Supported Paper.
The following example explains the loading procedure for the standard paper tray (Tray 1).
The same procedure applies to loading paper in Tray 2.
Curled paper may jam. Straighten curled paper before loading.
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.
Make sure the paper stack does not exceed the upper limit mark inside the paper tray. Excessive stacking can cause paper jams.
If paper jams occur frequently, flip the paper stack in the tray.
Do not mix different types of paper in the same paper tray.
After loading paper, specify the paper size using the control panel and paper 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.
Load a new stack of paper only after the paper in the tray runs out. Adding paper to the existing stack may cause double feeds or paper jams.
Do not move the side fences and end fence forcefully. Doing so may damage the tray.
Do not slide the paper tray in forcefully when inserting the loaded tray into the printer. Otherwise, the side and end fences or the paper guide of the bypass tray might move.
Load the sheets of label paper one by one in Tray 2.
Pull out the paper tray carefully until it stops, and then pull the tray completely out of the machine while slightly raising the front end of the tray.
Place the tray on a flat surface.Pinch the clip on the side fence, and slide the side fences outward.
Tray 1
Expand them wider than the width of the paper you are loading.Tray 2
Fit to the size of the paper you are loading.
Pinch the clip on the end fence, and slide the end fence outward.
Tray 1
Expand them wider than the width of the paper you are loading.Tray 2
Fit to the size of the paper you are loading.
Fan the paper before loading it.
Load the paper in the tray with the print side faced up.
Make sure the paper is not stacked higher than the upper limit marked inside the tray.
Make sure the paper is not stacked higher than the projection on the side fences.Pinch the clip on the side and end fences, and slide the fences to fit the paper size.
For Tray 1, pinch and hold the clip, and then adjust the side fences and the end fence to the size of the paper.Check there are no gaps between the paper and the fences; both side and end fences.
If there is a gap between the paper and the side fences or the end fence is pressing tightly against the paper, paper jams may occur. In this case, adjust the position of the fences.
Do not move the paper too much inside the paper tray. The paper may become caught in the gap between the bottom plate and the paper tray, and it may cause a paper jam or folding paper.
While raising the front end of the tray slightly, carefully slide the tray back into the machine until it stops.
Push the tray straight in. If the paper tray is damaged, it may cause a paper jam. Also, if you push the tray forcibly, the side fence of the tray may be moved.
To avoid paper jams, make sure the tray is securely inserted.
You can load paper that is longer than A4 (297 mm, 11.7 inches) when the optional extension unit is attached.
This section explains how to load paper longer than A4 into the machine.
Pull out the paper tray carefully until it stops, and then pull the tray completely out of the machine while slightly raising the front end of the tray.
Place the tray on a flat surface.While pushing on the green lock on the edge of the bottom plate, pull out the front part of the paper tray.
Pull it out until it is locked in place, and you hear a click.Follow Steps 2 to 7 in Loading Paper into Tray 1 and 2.
While raising the front end of the tray slightly, carefully slide the tray back into the machine until it stops.
Push the tray straight in. If the paper tray is damaged, it may cause a paper jam. Also, if you push the tray forcibly, the side fence of the tray may be moved.
The tray protrudes from the exterior of the machine when you extend it, so push in the part of the tray that is indicated in the illustration until it is aligned with the front of the expansion tray.
To avoid paper jams, make sure the tray is securely inserted.
This section describes the procedure for loading paper on the bypass tray.
When the paper to be loaded has a curl, straighten the curl by bending it in the opposite direction of the curl before you load it on the tray.
Specify the paper type and size on the control panel after you load the paper. The machine does not detect the paper size automatically, and printing may not be performed properly if you do not specify the correct setting.
Load paper so that it's not stacked above the upper limit signs on the paper guide. Failure to do so may cause a paper jam to occur.
You can load up to five sheets of Thick Paper 2.
If paper jams occur frequently, remove the stack of paper that is loaded in the tray, flip the front back sides of the stack, and set it on the tray again.
Do not load paper comprising mixed sizes.
Do not add additional paper to the stack already loaded on the tray before the existing stack is depleted. Doing so may cause a paper jam to occur.
Do not move the paper guide forcefully. Doing so may cause the machine to malfunction.
Pull on the right side of the bypass tray toward you to open the tray, and extend the bypass tray extension guide.
Fan the paper before loading it.
Spread out the paper guide, and insert paper with the print side facing up until it stops.
Adjust the paper guide to fit the width of the paper.
Avoid using self-adhesive envelopes. They may cause machine malfunctions.
Check there is no air in the envelopes before loading.
Load only one size and type of envelope at a time.
Before loading envelopes, flatten their leading edges (the edge going into the machine) by running a pencil or ruler across them.
Some kinds of envelope might cause misfeeds, wrinkles or print poorly.
Print quality on envelopes may be uneven if parts of an envelope have different thicknesses. Print one or two envelopes to check print quality.
In a hot and humid environment, the envelope might be output creased or improper printing quality.
Load envelopes with their flaps closed.
For details about loading an envelope, see Loading Paper into Tray 1 and 2, and Loading Paper into Bypass Tray. Note that you cannot load an envelope in Tray 2.
If printed envelopes come out badly creased, load the envelopes in the opposite direction, and then rotate the print object by 180 degrees using the printer driver before printing. For details, see the printer driver Help.
When Using Tray 1
If the envelope flap is on a long side, place the envelope with the flap side on the right.
When Using the Bypass Tray
If the envelope flap is on a long side, place the envelope with the flap side on the right.