Brother Hl 4200cn User Manual

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Paper Trays, Types, and Sizes
The paper types, sizes, and the maximum number of sheets that you can load in the different trays are 
shown in the table below. Load all paper into the printer in the portrait orientation (lengthwise). The 
names used for the paper trays in the printer driver and this User’s Guide are as follows:
■Using low-quality paper can cause creasing and deteriorate print quality.
■When printing on paper longer than 355.6 mm (14 in.), put...

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The illustration below shows the width and length mentioned in the table on 3-3.
1. Length
2. Portrait orientation
3. Feed direction
4. Width
Duplex Printing Paper Types and Sizes
The HL-4200CN can print on both sides of a sheet of paper.
Automatic Duplex Printing
For automatic duplex printing, select Duplex in the printer properties after executing the print command.
You can use the following paper types and sizes for duplex printing:
Manual Duplex Printing...

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Unsuitable Paper Types
Avoid using the following paper types as they can cause paper jams or damage the printer. 
■Transparencies other than those recommended.
■Inkjet paper
■Paper that is too thick or too thin
■Paper with a face preprinted with another printer or copier, 
or paper preprinted with ink
■Folded, creased, or torn paper
■Damp or wet paper
■Curled or warped paper
■Sheets affected by static electricity
■Layered or adhesive paper
■Specially coated...

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Storing Paper
Failure to properly store paper can cause paper jams, deteriorate print quality, or damage the printer. 
Store paper under the following conditions:
■Between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 to 86 °F)
■Between 30% and 65% relative humidity
■In a dry place
■After opening the package, wrap unused sheets in their original package and store in a cabinet or 
other dry place.
■Store paper on a flat surface. Do not lean paper against other objects or place it in an...

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Loading Paper
See the appropriate section below to load or change paper.
For more information about suitable paper types, see Suitable and Unsuitable Paper Types on page 3-1. 
Load Paper in the Paper Tray
Follow the steps below to load paper into the paper tray.
Load paper into the optional Tray Module the same way.
To load A5 paper or to change to a paper size other than A5, you need to install or remove the A5 spacer. 
To install or remove the A5 spacer, see...

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3Move the side paper guides to their outermost 
positions.
4Gently lift the end paper guide to move it, and insert 
the pins at the bottom of the guide in the holes 
(indicated by the   mark) corresponding to the 
paper size that you want to load. Make sure that the 
end guide is properly inserted into the appropriate 
holes for the paper size. 
If the end paper guide is not inserted properly into 
the hole it could move slightly and prevent automatic 
paper...

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7Hold the paper tray with both hands as you align it 
with the opening in the printer and gently place it in 
the printer.
8Push the paper tray completely back into the printer.
Do not use excessive force on the paper tray. Doing 
so could damage the paper tray or the inside of the 
printer.
There is an indicator next to the paper tray that tells 
you how much paper remains in the tray. Use this 
meter as a guide for refilling the paper tray.
9When printing A4...

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Load A5 Paper in the Paper Tray/Changing the Paper Size from A5
Loading A5 Paper
Follow the steps below to load A5 paper into the paper tray.
Load paper into the optional Tray Module the same way.
1Gently pull out the paper tray until it stops.
2Hold the paper tray with both hands as you lift the 
front slightly and pull it completely out of the printer.
Place the paper tray on a flat surface.
3Move the side paper guides to their outermost 
positions.
 

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4Gently lift the end paper guide to move it, and insert 
the pins at the bottom of the guide in the holes 
(indicated by the   mark) corresponding to the 
paper size that you want to load. Make sure that the 
end guide is properly inserted into the appropriate 
holes for the paper size.
If the end paper guide is not inserted properly into 
the hole it could prevent automatic paper size 
detection. If this occurs, move the end paper guide 
all the way to its...

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8Align the side guides with the edges of the paper.
Pushing the paper guides too hard against the 
edges of the paper stack can cause a paper jam. 
However, if the paper guides are too loose, the 
paper may twist as it feeds through the printer.
9Hold the paper tray with both hands as you align it 
with the opening in the printer and gently place it in 
the printer.
10Push the paper tray completely back into the printer.
Do NOT use excessive force on the...