Loading Paper In the Paper Cassette
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Before loading paper in the paper cassette, see "Attention (Loading Paper)."
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This section describes how to load paper in the paper cassette.
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NOTE
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To select the paper size or type:By default, the paper size is set to <Letter>, and the type to <Plain (16 lb Bond-24 lb Bond)>. To use a different paper size or type, you need to change the default settings.
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Open the front cover and the lower front cover.
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Spread the paper guides a little wider than the paper size.
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If you want to change the size of the paper to be loaded, be sure to register the paper size in "Setting the Paper Size and Type."
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Gently load the paper into the paper cassette with the print side face up, until the edge of the paper stack meets the back of the paper cassette.
Ensure that the paper stack does not exceed the loading limit marks (A).
When loading envelopes:
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(1)
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Close the envelope flap.
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(2)
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Place the stack of envelopes on a flat surface, flatten them to release any remaining air, and ensure that the edges are pressed tightly.
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(3)
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Loosen any stiff corners of the envelopes, and any flatten curls, as shown in the figure.
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(4)
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Align the edges of the envelopes on a flat surface.
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(5)
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Gently load the envelopes into the paper cassette with the print side face up, until the edge of the envelope stack meets the back of the paper cassette.
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Adjust the paper guides tightly to the width of the paper.
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Adjust the paper guide tightly to the length of the paper.
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IMPORTANT
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Adjust the paper guides to the paper width without space.If the paper guides are loose or tight, this may result in misfeeds or paper jams.
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Close the front cover and the lower front cover.
When loading paper that is longer than the length of the paper cassette:
Push the lower front cover and lift the front cover gently.
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Lift the paper stopper.
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Specify the loaded paper size and type.