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CHAPTER
 
Print Media Requirements 
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Paper Handling 
This chapter describes the print media you can use with this machine, how to load them, and 
where to print out the documents. 
Print Media Requirements 
For high-quality copies, we recommend using paper and transparencies 
recommended by Canon. Some types of paper available at office supply stores may 
not be suitable for this machine. If you have any questions about paper and 
transparencies, contact Canon Authorized Service Facilities or the Canon 
Customer Care Center. 
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Paper Storage 
In order to prevent paper jams, follow this procedure below:  
To prevent moisture buildup, store remaining paper wrapped tightly in its original 
package. Store paper in a dry location, out of direct sunlight.  
To prevent curling, store paper flat, not upright.  
If the paper is curled, uncurl it before loading it in the cassette or multi-purpose 
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Unacceptable Paper 
Do not copy on the following types of copy stock. Doing so may result in paper 
jams.  
Severely curled or wrinkled paper  
Transparencies designed for full-color copiers or printers  
Paper which has already been copied using a digital full-color copier (Do not copy 
on the reverse side.)  
Paper which has been printed on using a thermal transfer printer (Do not copy on 
the reverse side.)
IMPORTANT
 
Never attempt to make copies on full-color transparencies. Doing so may result in 
product malfunction.
 
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Acceptable Paper 
* A label that can be loaded in the cassette is a standard type (label standard card) only.
NOTE
  
The printing speed may become slower than usual depending on the paper size, the 
paper type, and the number of sheets you specify.
This is because the machines safety function works to prevent the failure due to heat.
  
Some types of paper may not feed properly into the cassette or the multi-purpose feeder.
 
Cassette/Multi-Purpose Feeder 
Paper SizeLTR, LGL, EXECUTIVE, A4, B5
Envelope: COM10, MONARCH, DL, ISO-C5
Free Size (Multi-purpose feeder): 8  
1
 
/ 
2 
  
¥ 
 14 (216 mm  
¥ 
 356 mm) 
[max.]/3  
¥ 
 5 (76 mm  
¥ 
 127 mm) [min.]
Paper Weight 17 lb to 34 lb (64 g/m 
2
 
 to 128 g/m 
2
 
)
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Printing Areas 
Please note that the term printing area represents both the recommended area 
for optimum print quality and the entire area where the machine can technically 
print from your computer. 
Printing area (light shade) 
: Canon recommends that you print within this area. 
■ 
Paper 
■ 
Envelope
NOTE
 
Copying areas are a little larger than printing areas.
 MAX. 13/64 (5 mm) MAX. 13/64 (5 mm)
MAX. 13/64 (5 mm)
MAX. 13/64 (5 mm)
Feeding
direction
MAX. 13/64 (5 mm) MAX. 
13/64 (5 mm)
MAX. 13/64 (5 mm)MAX. 13/64 (5 mm)
Feeding
direction
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Loading Paper 
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Loading Paper 
This section describes how to load paper in the cassette and the multi-purpose 
feeder.
CAUTION
 
When loading paper, take care not to cut your hands on the edges of the paper.
NOTE
  
The paper in the multi-purpose feeder is fed prior to the paper in the cassette.
  
The cassette holds up to approximately 250 sheets of 17 lb (64 g/m
 
2
 
) paper or 
approximately 20 envelopes.
 
. 
Loading Paper in the Cassette 
1
 
Fan the paper stack first, then tap the edges on a flat surface to 
even the stack. 
2
 
Pull out the cassette completely.LD_Basic_US.book Page 4 Friday, December 5, 2003 5:52 PM 
						

							 
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Pinch and slide the length slide guide to fit the size of the paper 
stack you want to load.
IMPORTANT
 
If the slide guides are not adjusted correctly for the size of the paper, the quality of your 
printouts may be adversely affected.
 
4
 
Load the paper stack in the cassette with the print side down. 
When you load paper with a logo on, position the paper with the print side down (logo 
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Pinch and slide the width slide guides to fit the paper stack. 
Make sure the paper stack does not exceed the load limit mark. 
6
 
Insert the cassette into the machine.
NOTE
 
If you do not completely insert the cassette into the machine, paper jams may occur.
HooksLoad limit
mark
Hook
Hook
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Specify the paper size. 
❑ 
Press [Menu]  
➞ 
 [ ] or [ ] to select   
➞  
 press [Set]. 
❑ 
Press [ ] or [ ] to select   
➞  
 press [Set]   
➞  
 [] or [ ] to select 
  
➞ 
 press [Set]. 
❑ 
Press [ ] or [ ] to select the appropriate paper size (LTR, LGL, EXECUTIV, A4, B5, 
ENVELOPE, or FREE SIZE)  
➞ 
 press [Set].
IMPORTANT
  
Do not load different size and type of paper at the same time.
  
Do not load extra paper when there is still paper left in the cassette. 
If you load extra paper while making copies, remove the loaded paper first.
Then put it together with the extra paper and tap the edges. After that, reload it in the 
cassette.
NOTE
  
Select [ENVELOPE] for envelopes. For details on loading envelopes in the cassette, 
see Loading Envelopes in the Cassette, on p. 2-7.
  
Do not select [FREE SIZE] for the paper loaded in the cassette. For information on how 
to use non-standard size paper, see Loading Paper in the Multi-Purpose Feeder, on p. 
2-11, or Loading an Envelope in the Multi-Purpose Feeder, on p. 2-13.
 
Loading Envelopes in the Cassette 
1
 
Arrange the stack of envelopes on a firm, clean surface, and press 
down firmly on the edges to make the folds crisp. 
Press all the way around the envelopes to remove any curls and expel air from inside 
the envelopes. Also, press firmly on the area that corresponds to the edges of the 
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Remove any curling from the envelopes by holding the edges 
diagonally and bending them gently. 
3
 
Run a pen or other rounded object along the back flaps to flatten 
them. 
The flaps should not bulge more than  
13
 
/ 
64
 
 (5 mm). 
4
 
Tap the edges on a flat surface to even the envelopes. 
5
 
Pull out the cassette completely.
Flap
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Pinch and slide the length slide guide to fit the size of the 
envelopes you want to load.
IMPORTANT
 
If the slide guides are not adjusted correctly for the size of the envelopes, the quality of 
your printouts may be adversely affected.
 
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Load the envelopes in the cassette with the print side down and 
the right edge (i.e., closer to the stamp) first. 
If the envelope to be loaded has a flap on the short edge, this edge must enter the 
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