Appendix A Specifications 398
Paper Specifications
Guidelines for Using Paper
For best results, use conventional 20 lb (75 g/m
2
) paper. Make sure the paper 
is of good quality, and free of cuts, nicks, tears, spots, loose particles, dust, 
wrinkles, voids, and curled or bent edges.
If you are unsure what type of paper you are loading (such as bond or 
recycled), check the label on the package of paper.
Some paper causes print quality problems, jamming, or damage to the printer.
Symptom Problem with Paper Solution
Poor print quality or toner 
adhesion.
Problems with feeding.
Too moist, too rough, too 
smooth, or embossed; 
faulty paper lot.
Consider variable fusing 
(see page 160
). Try another 
kind of paper, between 
100-250 Sheffield, 4-6% 
moisture content.
Dropouts, jamming, curl. Stored improperly. Store paper flat in its 
moisture-proof wrapping.
Increased gray background 
shading.
Too heavy. Use lighter paper.
Use the Face-up Bin.