Problem Cause Solution
Images are printed at a
slant.
The tray's side fences might
not be locked.
Check that the side fences are locked.
For details about how to set the side
fences, see page 190 "Changing the
Paper Size".
Images are printed at a
slant.
The paper is fed in at a slant. Load the paper correctly. For details
about loading paper, see page 170
"Loading Paper".
Misfeeds occur frequently. The number of sheets loaded
exceeds the capacity of the
machine.
Load paper only as high as the upper
limit markings on the side fences of the
paper tray, the markings on the paper
guides of the bypass tray, or the
markings on the LCT.
Misfeeds occur frequently. The paper tray's side fences
are set too tightly.
Push the side fences lightly, and then
reset them.
Misfeeds occur frequently. The paper is damp. Use paper that has been stored in the
recommended temperature and
humidity conditions. For details about
the paper storage conditions we
recommend, see page 240 "Paper
Storage".
Misfeeds occur frequently. The paper is too thick or thin. Use recommended paper. For details
about recommended paper, see
page 207 "Recommended Paper Sizes
and Types".
Misfeeds occur frequently. The paper is wrinkled or has
been folded or creased.
• Use recommended paper. For
details about recommended
paper, see page 207
"Recommended Paper Sizes and
Types".
• Use paper that has been stored in
the recommended temperature
and humidity conditions. For
details about the proper way to
store paper, see page 240
"Paper Storage".
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