Basic Paper Loading Method

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This section describes the general method for loading paper such as plain or recycled paper. Load frequently used paper types or sizes in the paper drawer. When temporarily using paper that is not loaded in the paper drawer, load it in the multi-purpose tray.
Loading Paper in the Paper Drawer
Loading Paper in the Multi-Purpose Tray
For the optional Paper Feeder PF-D or Cassette Feeding Unit-AV, follow the procedure of paper drawer to load paper.
If there are instructions on the paper package about which side of the paper to load, follow those instructions.
Paper may overlap when it is fed or a paper jam may occur, depending on the cut surface of the paper. Changing the paper orientation and loading it again may reduce the effect of the cut surface.
If paper runs out and printing is stopped, load a new paper stack. Printing restarts after the new paper stack is loaded.

Loading Paper in the Paper Drawer

Loading Standard Size Paper
Loading a Custom Size Paper
Paper Orientation
See the table below to load available paper in correct orientation.
Paper
Orientation
A4, B5, A5 (landscape), A6, B6, Legal*, Letter, Statement, Executive, Oficio*, Brazil-Oficio*,Mexico-Oficio*, Government Letter, Government Legal*, Australia Foolscap*, Foolscap/Folio*, 16K, F4A*, Indian-Legal*, Custom (landscape), Free (landscape)
A5 (portrait), Custom (portrait), Free (portrait)
* Can be loaded only in the optional Paper Feeder PF-D or Cassette Feeding Unit-AV.

Loading Standard Size Paper

To load paper whose size is found in the paper size markings on the paper drawer, use the following procedure. For paper whose size is not found in the paper size markings, see Loading a Custom Size Paper.
1
Pull out the paper drawer until it stops.
2
Adjust the positions of the paper guides to the paper size you want to use.
Press the lock release lever () to align the projection () to the appropriate paper size marking.
3
Load the paper so that the edge of the paper stack is aligned against the paper guide on the left side of the paper drawer.
Insert the paper with the print side face up.
Fan the paper stack well, and tap it on a flat surface to align the edges.
Do not exceed the load limit line when loading paper
Make sure that the paper stack does not exceed the load limit line (). Loading too much paper can cause paper jams.
When loading paper with a logo, see Loading Preprinted Paper.
4
Set the paper drawer.
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Continue to Specifying Paper Size and Type in the Paper Drawer
When changing the paper size or type
The factory default settings for paper size and type are <LTR> and <Free>, respectively. If you load a different size or type of paper into the machine, make sure to change the setting. If you do not change the paper size or type setting, the machine cannot print properly.
Printing on the back side of printed paper (2nd Side of 2-Sided Page)
You can print on the back side of printed paper. Flatten any curls on the printed paper and insert it into the multi-purpose tray, with the side to print face down (previously printed side face up). Then select the paper type and select <Yes> for <Enable settings for 2nd side of 2-sided page?>.
Use only the paper printed with this machine.
You cannot print on the side that has previously been printed on.

Loading a Custom Size Paper

To load custom size paper or other paper whose size is not found in the paper size markings on the paper drawer, use the following procedure.
1
Pull out the paper drawer until it stops.
2
Slide the paper guides apart.
Press the lock release lever to slide the paper guides outward.
3
Load the paper so that the edge of the paper stack is aligned against the right side of the paper drawer.
Place the paper stack with the print side face up.
Fan the paper stack well, and tap it on a flat surface to align the edges.
Do not exceed the load limit line when loading paper
Make sure that the paper stack does not exceed the load limit line (). Loading too much paper can cause paper jams.
When loading paper with a logo, see Loading Preprinted Paper.
4
Align the paper guides against the edges of the paper.
Press the lock release lever and slide the paper guides inward until they are aligned securely against the edges of the paper.
Align the paper guides securely against the edges of the paper
Paper guides that are too loose or too tight can cause misfeeds or paper jams.
5
Set the paper drawer.
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Continue to Specifying Paper Size and Type in the Paper Drawer
When changing the paper size or type
If you load a different size or type of paper into the machine, make sure to change the settings. If you do not change the paper size or type setting, the machine cannot print properly.
Printing on the back side of printed paper (2nd Side of 2-Sided Page)
You can print on the back side of printed paper. Flatten any curls on the printed paper and insert it into the multi-purpose tray, with the side to print face down (previously printed side face up). Then select the paper type and select <Yes> for <Enable settings for 2nd side of 2-sided page?>.
Use only the paper printed with this machine.
You cannot print on the side that has previously been printed on.

Loading Paper in the Multi-Purpose Tray

Paper Orientation
See the table below to load available paper in correct orientation.
Paper
Orientation
A4, B5, A5 (landscape), A6, B6, Legal, Letter, Statement, Executive, Oficio, Brazil-Oficio, Mexico-Oficio, Government Letter, Government Legal, Australia Foolscap, Foolscap/Folio, 16K, F4A, Indian-Legal, 3" x 5", Custom (landscape), Free (landscape), Postcard, Reply Postcard, 4 on 1 Postcard, Envelope
A5 (portrait), Custom (portrait), Free (portrait)
1
Open the cover.
2
Pull out the paper tray.
3
Spread the paper guides apart.
Press the lock release lever to slide the paper guides outward.
4
Insert the paper into the multi-purpose tray until the paper stops.
Insert the paper with the print side face down.
Fan the paper stack well, and tap it on a flat surface to align the edges.
Do not exceed the load limit guide when loading paper
Make sure that the paper stack does not exceed the load limit guide (). Loading too much paper can cause paper jams.
If you use envelopes, postcards or paper with a logo mark, pay attention to the orientation when loading them in the paper source.
Loading Envelopes
Loading Postcards
Loading Preprinted Paper.
5
Align the paper guides against the edges of the paper.
Press the lock release lever and slide the paper guides inward until they are aligned securely against the edges of the paper.
Align the paper guides securely against the edges of the paper
Paper guides that are too loose or too tight can cause misfeeds or paper jams.
»
Continue to Specifying Paper Size and Type in the Multi-purpose Tray
When changing the paper size or type
If you load a different size or type of paper into the machine, make sure to change the setting. If you do not change the paper size or type setting, the machine cannot print properly.
Printing on the back side of printed paper (2nd Side of 2-Sided Page)
You can print on the back side of printed paper. Flatten any curls on the printed paper and insert it into the multi-purpose tray, with the side to print face down (previously printed side face up). Then select the paper type and select <Yes> for <Enable settings for 2nd side of 2-sided page?>.
Use only the paper printed with this machine.
You cannot print on the side that has previously been printed on.
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