ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE Appendix-7
Since the composition and quality of special paper vary considerably,
special paper is more likely than white bond paper to give trouble during
printing. No liability will be assumed if moisture and so forth given off during
printing on special paper causes harm to the machine or operator.
NOTE: Before purchasing any type of special paper, test a sample on the
machine and check that printing quality is satisfactory.
Specifications for each type of special paper follow.
Transparency (overhead projection film)
Transparency must be able to withstand the heat of fusing during the
printing process. It should satisfy the conditions in the table below.
To avoid trouble, transparency must be delivered face-up.
If transparency jams frequently, pull the top of the sheet very gently as it
leaves the machine.
Adhesive-Backed Labels
The basic rule for printing on adhesive labels is that the adhesive must
never come into contact with any part of the machine. Adhesive paper
sticking to the drum or rollers will damage the machine.
Label paper must be manually fed.
Label paper has a structure
comprising of three layers, as
shown in the figure right. The top
sheet is printed on. The adhesive
layer consists of pressure-
sensitive adhesives. The carrier
sheet (also called the linear or
backing sheet) holds the labels
until use. Due to the complexity of
its composition, adhesive-backed
label paper is particularly likely to give trouble in printing.
Item Specification
Tolerance of heat Must tolerate at least 190°C (374°F)
Thickness 0.100 to 0.110 mm (3.9 to 4.3 mils)
Material Polyester
Dimensional accuracy ±0.7 mm (±0.0276 in)
Squareness of corners 90° ±0.2°
Top sheet (white
bond paper)
Adhesive
Carrier sheet
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