5-4 Print Media Handling Chapter 5
Selecting and Loading Print Media
Paper
3 Selecting Paper
•To prevent paper jams in the multi-purpose tray, do not use any of the following:
–Wrinkled or creased paper – Curled or rolled paper
– Coated paper – Torn paper
– Damp paper – Onion skin or very thin paper
•The following types of paper do not print well:
– Highly textured paper – Very smooth paper
– Shiny paper
• Make sure the paper is free from dust, lint, and oil stains.
• Be sure to test paper before purchasing large quantities.
• Store all paper wrapped and on a flat surface until ready to use. Keep opened packs
in their original packaging, in a cool, dry location.
• Store paper at 64.4°F–75.2°F (18°C–24°C), 40%–60% relative humidity.
3 Loading Paper
For instructions on loading paper in the multi-purpose tray, see p. 2-16.
Envelopes
3 Selecting Envelopes
•Use standard envelopes with diagonal seams and flaps.
•To prevent jams in the multi-purpose tray, do not use the following:
–Envelopes with windows, holes, perforations, cutouts, and double flaps
–Envelopes made with special coated paper or deeply embossed paper
–Envelopes with peel-off sealing strips
–Envelopes with letters enclosed
•You may be able to load other size envelopes than those listed on the previous page.
However, Canon cannot guarantee consistent performance on these.
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When printing on envelopes, be sure to use face-up delivery (1 p. 5-7).
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