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gPut on the paper tray cover. 
hSlowly push the paper tray back into the 
machine.
 
iDo one of the following:
„ If you are using Ledger, Legal or A3 
size paper, go to step j.
„ If you are using Letter size paper, go 
to step l.
jPull tray #1 out of the machine.
Press and hold the universal guide 
release button (1) as you slide out the 
front of the paper tray.
 
 
kOpen the paper tray cover and adjust 
the paper length guide (1) for the paper.
 
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lClose the paper tray cover and  slowly 
push the paper tray into the machine.
Pull out the paper support (1) until it 
clicks and unfold the paper support 
flap (2).
 
Note
If you are finished using Ledger, Legal or 
A3 size paper and want to use a smaller 
paper size, take the paper out of the tray. 
Then shorten the tray by pressing the 
universal guide release button (1). 
Adjust the paper length guide (2) to fit the 
paper size you are going to use. Then put 
the smaller paper into the tray.
 
 
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post cards2
About envelopes2
„ Use envelopes that weigh from 20 to 25 lb 
(80 to 95 g/m
2).
„ Some envelopes need margin settings to 
be set in the application. Make sure you 
do a test print first before printing many 
envelopes.
IMPORTANT
DO NOT use any of the following types of 
envelopes, as they will cause paper feed 
problems:
• That are of a baggy construction.
• That are embossed (have raised  writing on them).
• That have clasps or staples.
• That are pre-printed on the inside.
Occasionally you may experience paper 
feed problems caused by the thickness, 
size and flap shape of the envelopes you 
are using.
 
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Loading envelopes and post cards in 
tray #1
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To print on envelopes and post cards you 
must use Tray #1.
aBefore loading, press the corners and 
sides of envelopes or post cards to 
make them as flat as possible.
IMPORTANT
If envelopes or post cards are ‘double-
feeding’, put one envelope or post card in 
the paper tray at a time.
 
 
 
 
bPut envelopes or post cards in the paper 
tray with the address side down and the 
leading edge in first as shown in the 
illustration. We recommend you load 
one extra envelope or post card. With 
both hands, gently press and slide the 
paper side guides (1) and paper length 
guide (2) to fit the size of the envelopes 
or post cards.
 
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If you have problems printing on 
envelopes with the flap on the short edge, 
try the following:
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aOpen the envelope flap.
bMake sure the flap is to the back edge of 
the envelope when printing.
 
cAdjust the size and margin in your 
application.
Removing small printouts 
from the machine2
When the machine ejects small paper onto 
the output paper tray you may not be able to 
reach it. Make sure printing has finished, and 
then pull the tray completely out of the 
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Printable area2
The printable area depends on the settings in the application you are using. The figures below 
show the unprintable areas on cut sheet paper and envelopes. The machine can print in the 
shaded areas of cut sheet paper only when the Borderless print feature is available and turned 
on. (See Printing for Windows
® or Printing and Faxing  for Macintosh® in the Software Users 
Guide on the CD-ROM.)
Note
The Borderless feature is not available for envelopes.
 
Cut Sheet Paper Envelopes
   
Top (1)Bottom (2)Left (3)Right (4)
Cut Sheet 0.12 in. (3 mm) 0.12 in. (3 mm) 0.12 in. (3 mm) 0.12 in. (3 mm)
Envelopes 0.47 in. (12 mm)  0.95 in. (24 mm)  0.12 in. (3 mm)  0.12 in. (3 mm) 
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Acceptable paper and 
other print media
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The print quality can be affected by the type 
of paper you use in the machine.
To get the best print quality for the settings 
you have chosen, always set the Paper Type 
to match the type of paper you load.
You can use plain paper, inkjet paper (coated 
paper), glossy paper, transparencies and 
envelopes.
We recommend testing various paper types 
before buying large quantities.
For best results, use Brother paper. „ When you print on inkjet paper (coated 
paper), transparencies and photo paper, 
be sure to choose the proper print media 
in the ‘ Basic’ tab of the printer driver or in 
the Paper Type setting of the machine’s 
menu. (See  Paper Size and Type  
on page 28.)
„ When you print on Brother Photo paper, 
load one extra sheet of the same photo 
paper in the paper tray. An extra sheet has 
been included in the paper package for 
this purpose.
„ When you use transparencies or photo 
paper, remove each sheet at once to 
prevent smudging or paper jams.
„ Avoid touching the printed surface of the 
paper immediately after printing; the 
surface may not be completely dry and 
may stain your fingers.
Recommended print media2
To get the best print quality, we suggest using 
Brother paper. (See table below.)
We recommend using ‘3M Transparency 
Film’ when you print on transparencies.
Brother paper
Paper TypeItem
Ledger Plain BP60PLGR  (USA only)
Ledger Glossy Photo BP71GLGR
Letter Plain BP60PL100  (USA only)
Letter Glossy Photo BP71GLTR
Letter Inkjet (Matte)  BP60ML (USA only)
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Handling and using print 
media2
„
Store paper in its original packaging, and 
keep it sealed. Keep the paper flat and 
away from moisture, direct sunlight and 
heat.
„ Avoid touching the shiny (coated) side of 
photo paper. Load photo paper with the 
shiny side facing down.
„ Avoid touching either side of 
transparencies because they absorb 
water and perspiration easily, and this 
may cause decreased output quality. 
Transparencies designed for laser 
printers/copiers may stain your next 
document. Use only transparencies 
recommended for inkjet printing.
„ You can only print on both sides of the 
paper with PC printing. (See  Printing for 
Windows
® in the Software User’s Guide 
on the CD-ROM.)
IMPORTANT
DO NOT use the following kinds of paper:
• Damaged, curled, wrinkled, or  irregularly shaped paper
 
1 0.08 in. (2 mm) or greater
• Extremely shiny or highly textured paper
• Paper that cannot be arranged  uniformly when stacked
 
Paper capacity of the output paper 
tray cover
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Up to 50 sheets of Letter, Legal or A4 20 lb 
(80 g/m
2) paper.
„ Transparencies and photo paper must be 
picked up from the output paper tray cover 
one page at a time to avoid smudging.
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Choosing the right print media2
Paper type and size for each operation2
Paper TypePaper SizeUsage
FaxCopyPhoto 
CapturePrinter
Cut Sheet Ledger 11  × 17 in. (279.4  × 431.8 mm) Yes Yes Yes Yes
A3 11.7  × 16.5 in. (297  × 420 mm) Yes Yes Yes Yes
Letter 8 1/2  × 11 in. (215.9  × 279.4 mm) Yes Yes Yes Yes
A4 8.3  × 11.7 in. (210  × 297 mm) Yes Yes Yes Yes
Legal 8 1/2  × 14 in. (215.9  × 355.6 mm) Yes Yes – Yes
Executive 7 1/4  × 10 1/2 in. (184  × 267 mm) – – – Yes
JIS B4 10.1  × 14.3 in. (257  × 364 mm) – – – Yes
JIS B5 7.2  × 10.1 in. (182  × 257 mm) – – – Yes
A5 5.8  × 8.3 in. (148  × 210 mm) – Yes – Yes
A6 4.1  × 5.8 in. (105  × 148 mm) – – – Yes
Cards Photo 4  × 6 in. (10  × 15 cm) – Yes Yes Yes
Photo L 3 1/2  × 5 in. (89  × 127 mm) – – – Yes
Photo 2L 5  × 7 in. (13  × 18 cm) – – Yes Yes
Index Card 5  × 8 in. (127  × 203 mm) – – – Yes
Post Card 13.9  × 5.8 in. (100  × 148 mm) – – – Yes
Post Card 2 
(Double) 5.8 
× 7.9 in. (148  × 200 mm) – – – Yes
Envelopes C5  Envelope6.4 
× 9 in. (162  × 229 mm) – – – Yes
DL 
Envelope 4.3 
× 8.7 in. (110  × 220 mm) – – – Yes
COM-10 4 1/8  × 9 1/2 in. (105  × 241 mm) – – – Yes
Monarch 3 7/8  × 7 1/2 in. (98  × 191 mm) – – – Yes
JE4 
Envelope 4.1 
× 9.3 in. (105  × 235 mm) – – – Yes
TransparenciesLetter 8 1/2  × 11 in. (215.9  × 279.4 mm) – Yes – Yes
A4 8.3  × 11.7 in. (210  × 297 mm) – Yes – Yes
A5 5.8  × 8.3 in. (148  × 210 mm) – Yes – Yes
Legal 8 1/2  × 14 in. (215.9  × 355.6 mm) – Yes – Yes
 
						

							
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Paper weight, thickness and capacity2
1Up to 100 sheets of plain paper 20lb (80 g/m2).
2Up to 250 sheets of plain paper 20lb (80 g/m2).
3BP71 69 lb (260 g/m2) paper is especially designed for Brother inkjet machines.
Paper TypeWeightThicknessNo. of 
sheets
Cut 
Sheet Plain Paper
17 to 32 lb (64 to 120 g/m
2)3 to 6 mil (0.08 to 0.15 mm)
1001
(Tray #2) 
Plain Paper17 to 32 lb (64 to 105 g/m2)
3 to 6 mil (0.08 to 0.15 mm)
2502
Inkjet Paper17 to 53 lb (64 to 200 g/m2)3 to 10 mil (0.08 to 0.25 mm) 20
Glossy Paper Up to 58 lb (Up to 220 g/m
2)Up to 10 mil (Up to 0.25 mm)
203
Cards Photo 4×6
Up to 58 lb (Up to 220 g/m2)Up to 10 mil (Up to 0.25 mm)
203
Index CardUp to 32 lb (Up to 120 g/m2)Up to 6 mil (Up to 0.15 mm) 30
Post Card Up to 53 lb (Up to 200 g/m
2)Up to 10 mil (Up to 0.25 mm) 30
Envelopes 20 to 25 lb (75 to 95 g/m
2)Up to 20mil (Up to 0.52 mm) 10
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Loading documents2
You can send a fax, make copies, and scan 
from the ADF (automatic document feeder) 
and from the scanner glass.
Using the ADF2
The ADF can hold up to 50 pages and feeds 
each sheet individually. Use standard 20 lb 
(80 g/m
2) paper and always fan the pages 
before putting them in the ADF.
Recommended environment2
Document Sizes Supported2
How to load documents2
IMPORTANT
• DO NOT pull on the document while it is  feeding.
• DO NOT use paper that is curled,  wrinkled, folded, ripped, stapled, paper 
clipped, pasted or taped.
• DO NOT use cardboard, newspaper or  fabric.
 
Make sure documents with ink or liquid 
correction fluid are completely dry.
aUnfold the ADF Document Support (1) 
and the ADF Document Output Support 
Flap (2).
 
bFan the pages well.
cAdjust the paper guides (1) to fit the 
width of your document.
 
Temperature: 68 to 86 °F (20 to 30 °C)
Humidity: 50% to 70%
Paper: 20 lb (80 g/m
2)
Length: 5.8 to 17 in. (148 to 431.8 mm)
Width: 5.8 to 11.7 in. (148 to 297 mm)
Weight: 17 to 24 lb (64 to 90 g/m
2)
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