Brother Mfc 8370dn User Manual

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Loading paper and 
print media
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The machine can feed paper from the 
standard paper tray, optional lower tray 
(MFC-8380DN) or multi-purpose tray.
When you put paper into the paper tray, note 
the following:
„If your application software supports 
paper size selection on the print menu, 
you can select it through the software. If 
your application software does not 
support it, you can set the paper size in 
the printer driver or by using the control 
panel buttons.
Loading paper in the standard...

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cFan the stack of paper well to avoid 
paper jams and misfeeds.
 
dPut paper in the tray, and make sure that 
the paper is below the maximum paper 
mark (1). The side to be printed on must 
be face down.
 
IMPORTANT
Make sure the paper guides touch the 
sides of the paper so it will feed correctly.
 
ePut the paper tray firmly back in the 
machine. Make sure that it is completely 
inserted into the machine.
fFold out the support flap (1) to prevent 
paper from sliding off...

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b
Pull down the two blue levers, one on 
the left-hand side and one on the right-
hand side, toward you as shown in the 
illustration below.
 
cOpen the MP tray and lower it gently. 
dPull out the MP tray support (1) and 
unfold the flap (2).
 
eWhile pressing the paper side guide 
release lever, slide the paper guides to 
fit the width of the paper that you are 
going to use.
IMPORTANT
Make sure the paper guides touch the 
sides of the paper so it will feed properly.
 
fPut the envelopes...

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Unprintable area2
Unprintable area for faxes and copies2
The figures below show unprintable areas.
Note
(For copies) This unprintable area shown above is for a single copy or a 1 in 1 copy using A4 
size paper. The unprintable area changes with the paper size.
 
Unprintable area when printing from a computer2
When using the printer driver the printable area is smaller than the paper size, as shown below.
Note
The unprintable area shown above is for A4 size paper. The...

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Acceptable paper and 
other print media
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Print quality may vary according to the type of 
paper you are using.
You can use the following types of print 
media: thin paper, plain paper, thick paper, 
bond paper, recycled paper, transparencies, 
labels or envelopes.
For best results, follow the instructions below:
„Use paper made for plain paper copying. 
„Use paper that is 60 to 105 g/m
2.
„Use labels and transparencies which are 
designed for use in laser machines.
„DO NOT put different...

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Type and size of paper2
The machine loads paper from the installed 
standard paper tray, optional lower tray 
(MFC-8380DN) or multi-purpose tray.
Standard paper tray2
Since the standard paper tray is a universal 
type, you can use any of the paper sizes (one 
paper type and size at a time) listed in the 
table in Paper capacity of the paper trays 
on page 15. The standard paper tray can 
hold up to 250 sheets of Letter/A4 size paper 
(80 g/m
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Recommended paper specifications2
The following paper specifications are suitable for this machine.
Basis weight
75-90 g/m2
Thickness 80-110 µm
Roughness Higher than 20 sec.
Stiffness
90-150 cm
3/100
Grain direction Long grain
Volume resistivity
10e
9-10e11 ohm
Surface resistivity
10e
9-10e12 ohm-cm
Filler CaCO
3 (Neutral)
Ash content Below 23 wt%
Brightness Higher than 80%
Opacity Higher than 85%
 

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2 Handling and using special 
paper2
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 
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Envelopes2
Most envelopes 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...

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• with sealing flaps that have not been 
folded at purchase
• with sealing flaps as shown in figure 
below
 
• 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.
Occasionally you may experience paper 
feed problems caused by the thickness, 
size and flap shape of the envelopes you 
are using.
 
Labels2
The...