Appendix
Appendix-7
Envelopes
The machine can print on envelopes using paper with a basis weight of 60 to 79 g/m² (16 to 21
lb/ream). Envelopes must be manually fed.
An envelope is a more complex object than a single sheet of paper. For this reason, it may not be
possible to obtain consistent printing quality over the entire envelope surface.
Many envelopes have a diagonal grain orientation. (Refer to Paper Grain on page 4 of the
Appendix.) This orientation is more likely to wrinkle and crease on its way through the machine.
Before purchasing envelopes for use with the machine, test a sample to verify the envelope’s
suitability.
Do not use envelopes that have an encapsulated liquid adhesive.
Avoid long printing runs consisting of envelopes only. Extensive envelope printing can cause
premature printer wear.
To avoid jamming due to curled envelopes, do not leave more than approximately 10 printed
envelopes stacked in the paper trays during multiple envelope printing.
Thick Paper
Fan the stack of paper and align the edges before loading them in the MP tray. Some types of paper
have rough edges on the back (those are created when the paper is cut). In this case, put the paper
on a flat place and rub the edges once or twice with, for example, a ruler to smooth them in the
same way as described in Postcards on page 6 of the Appendix. Feeding rough edged paper may
cause paper jams.
Note If the paper jams even after you smooth it out in such a
way, set the paper in the MP tray with the leading edge
raised up a few millimeters as shown in the illustration.
Colored Paper
Colored paper should satisfy the same conditions as white bond paper, listed in Paper
Specifications on page 2 of the Appendix. In addition, the pigments used in the paper must be
able to withstand the heat of fusing during the printing process (up to 200°C or 392°F).
Preprinted Paper
Preprinted paper should have a bond paper base. The preprinted ink must be able to withstand the
heat of fusing during the printing process, and must not be affected by silicone oil.
Do not use paper with any kind of surface treatment, such as the media type commonly used for
calendars.
Recycled Paper
Select recycled paper that meets the same specifications as the white bond paper (refer to Paper
Specifications on page 2 of the Appendix.) except whiteness.
Note Before purchasing recycled paper, test a sample on the machine and check that the printing quality
is satisfactory.
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