Brother Hl 4150cdn User Manual

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Handling and using special paper1
The machine is designed to work well with most types of xerographic and bond paper. However, some paper 
variables may have an effect on print quality or handling reliability. Always test samples of paper before 
purchasing to ensure desirable performance. Store paper in its original packaging and keep it sealed. Keep 
the paper flat and away from moisture, direct sunlight and heat.
Some important guidelines when selecting paper are: DO NOT use inkjet paper because it may cause a paper jam or damage your machine.
 Preprinted paper must use ink that can withstand the temperature of the machine’s fusing process 
200 degrees centigrade (392 degrees Fahrenheit).
 If you use bond paper, paper having a rough surface or paper that is wrinkled or creased, the paper may 
exhibit degraded performance.
 When you are using glossy paper, put only one sheet at a time in the MP tray to avoid a paper jam.
Types of paper to avoid1
IMPORTANT
Some types of paper may not perform well or may cause damage to your machine.
DO NOT use paper:
• that is highly textured
• that is extremely smooth or shiny
• that is curled or warped
 
1 A curl of 2 mm (0.08 in.) or greater may cause jams to occur.
• that is coated or has a chemical finish
• that is damaged, creased or folded
• that exceeds the recommended weight specification in this guide
• with tabs and staples
• with letterheads using low temperature dyes or thermography
• that is multipart or carbonless
• that is designed for inkjet printing
If you use any of the types of paper listed above, they may damage your machine. This damage is not 
covered under any Brother warranty or service agreement.
 
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Envelopes1
Most envelopes designed for laser printers will be suitable for your machine. However, some envelopes may 
have feed and print-quality problems because of the way they have been made. A suitable envelope should 
have edges with straight, well-creased folds and the leading edge should not be thicker than two sheets of 
paper. The envelope should lie flat and not be of baggy or flimsy construction. You should buy quality 
envelopes from a supplier who understands that you will be using the envelopes in a laser machine.
We recommend that you print a test envelope to make sure the print results are what you want.
Types of envelopes to avoid1
IMPORTANT
DO NOT use envelopes:• that are damaged, curled, wrinkled, irregularly shaped, extremely shiny or textured envelopes.
• with clasps, staples, snaps, tie strings, self-adhesive components, windows, holes, cutouts or  perforations.
• that are of a baggy construction, not sharply creased, embossed (have raised writing on them) or  pre-printed on the inside.
• that were previously printed by a laser / LED printer.
• that cannot be arranged when put in a pile.
• that are made of paper that weighs more than the paper weight specifications for the machine.
• with edges that are not straight or consistently square.
• with glue on surface as shown in figure below
 
• with double flaps as shown in figure below
 
• with sealing flaps that are not folded down when purchased
• with sealing flaps as shown in figure below
 
 
						

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• with each side folded as shown in figure below
 
If you use any of the types of envelopes listed above, they may damage your machine. This damage may 
not be covered under any Brother warranty or service agreement.
 
Labels1
The machine will print on most types of labels designed for use with a laser machine. Labels should have an 
adhesive that is acrylic-based since this material is more stable at the high temperatures in the fuser unit. 
Adhesives should not come in contact with any part of the machine, because the label stock may stick to the 
drum unit or rollers and cause jams and print quality problems. No adhesive should be exposed between the 
labels. Labels should be arranged so that they cover the entire length and width of the sheet. Using labels 
with spaces may result in labels peeling off and causing serious jams or print problems.
All labels used in this machine must be able to withstand a temperature of 200 degrees centigrade 
(392 degrees Fahrenheit) for a period of 0.1 seconds.
Types of labels to avoid1
Do not use labels that are damaged, curled, wrinkled or an unusual shape.
 
IMPORTANT
• Avoid feeding labels with the carrier sheet exposed because your machine will be damaged.
• Label sheets should not exceed the paper weight specifications described in this User’s Guide. Labels exceeding this specification may not feed or print properly and may cause damage to your machine.
• DO NOT to reuse or insert labels that have previously been used or is missing few labels on the sheet.
 
 
						

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Unprintable area1
The area of the paper that cannot be printed on is shown in the table below:
Note
The area that cannot be printed on may vary depending on the paper size and the printer driver you are 
using. The unprintable area shown below is for A4 / Letter size paper.
 
PortraitLandscape
   
Windows® Printer Driver and Macintosh printer driver
BRScript Printer Driver for Windows
® and Macintosh
1 4.23 mm (0.16 in.)
2 4.23 mm (0.16 in.)
3 4.23 mm (0.16 in.)
4 4.23 mm (0.16 in.)
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Printing methods1
Printing on plain paper1
Printing on plain paper from the Tray 1 and Tray 21
(For the recommended paper to use, see Type and size of paper on page 2.)
aPull the paper tray completely out of the machine. 
WARNING 
DO NOT touch the shaded parts shown in the illustration. These rollers may be rotating at high speed and 
can pinch or entrap your hand.
 
 
 
						

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bWhile pressing the green paper-guide release lever, slide the paper guides to fit the paper size. Make 
sure that the guides are firmly in the slots.
 
cPut paper in the tray and make sure: The paper is below the maximum paper mark ( bbb) (1).
Over filling the paper tray will cause paper jams.
 The side to be printed on must be face down.
 The paper guides touch the sides of the paper so it will feed properly.
 
dPut the paper tray firmly back in the machine. Make sure that it is completely inserted into the machine.
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eLift up the support flap to prevent paper from sliding off the face-down output tray, or remove each page 
as soon as it comes out of the machine.
 
fChoose the following settings from each drop-down list of the printer driver. Paper Size
For the acceptable paper sizes, see  Type and size of paper on page 2.
 Media Type
 Paper Source
For any other settings, see  Driver and Software in Chapter 2.
gSend the print data to the machine.
A4 LetterLegal ExecutiveA5
B5 B6Folio JIS B5A5 Long Edge
(Tray 1 only)
A6
(Tray 1 only)
Plain Paper Thin Paper Recycled Paper
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Printing on plain paper, bond paper, thick paper, labels or glossy paper from the MP tray1
(For the recommended paper to use, see Type and size of paper on page 2.)
aOpen the MP tray and lower it gently. 
bPull out the MP tray support and unfold the flap (1). 
cLift up the support flap to prevent paper from sliding off the face-down output tray, or remove each page 
as soon as it comes out of the machine.
 
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dPut paper in the MP tray and make sure: The paper stays under the maximum paper mark (1).
 The paper edge positions between the arrows (2).
 The side to be printed on must be face up with the leading edge (top of the paper) in first.
 
Note
When you are using glossy paper, put only one sheet at a time in the MP tray to avoid a paper jam.
 
eWhile pressing the paper-guide release lever, slide the paper guide to fit the paper size. 
fChoose the following settings from each drop-down list of the printer driver. 
 Paper Size
1You can define your original paper size by choosing  User Defined... in Windows® printer driver, PostScript Custom Page Size  in 
BR-Script printer driver for Windows®, or Custom Page Sizes  in Macintosh printer drivers.
For the acceptable paper sizes, see  Type and size of paper on page 2 and Paper size on page 177.
A4 LetterLegal ExecutiveA5
A5 Long Edge A6 B5B63 x 5
JIS B5 Folio
Customized paper size
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Media Type
 Paper Source
For any other settings, see  Driver and Software in Chapter 2.
gSend the print data to the machine.
Plain Paper Thin Paper Thick Paper Thicker Paper Recycled Paper
Bond Paper Label Glossy Paper
MP Tray