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Manually Feeding Paper from Tray 1
The Manual Feed feature allows you to print on special paper from 
Tray 1, such as envelopes or letterhead. If Manual Feed is selected, 
the printer will print only from Tray 1.
Select Manual Feed through the software or printer driver. Manual 
Feed can also be enabled from the Paper Handling Menu in the 
printer’s control panel.
NoteWhen Manual Feed is selected, if 
TRAY 1 MODE=FIRST the printer 
automatically prints (if paper is in the tray). If 
TRAY 1 MODE=CASSETTE 
the printer prompts to load Tray 1 whether or not Tray 1 is loaded. 
This enables you to load different paper if necessary. Press 
[Go] to 
print from Tray 1.
 
						

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Printing by Type and Size of Paper
You can configure the printer to select paper by 
type (such as plain 
or letterhead) and 
size (such as letter or A4), as opposed to 
source 
(a paper tray).
Benefits of Printing by Type and Size of Paper
If you frequently use several different kinds of paper, once trays are 
set up correctly, you do not have to check which paper is loaded in 
each tray before you print. This is especially helpful when the printer 
is shared, and more than one person loads or removes paper.
Printing by type and size of paper is a way to be sure that print jobs 
always print on the desired paper. (Some printers have a feature 
which “locks out” trays, to prevent printing on the wrong paper. 
Printing by type and size of paper eliminates the need to lock out 
trays.)
To print by type and size of paper, do the following:
1Be sure to adjust and load the trays correctly. (See the sections 
on loading paper, starting on page 30.)
2From the Paper Handling Menu in the printer’s control panel, 
select the paper 
type for each tray. If you are unsure what type 
you are loading (such as bond or recycled), check the label on 
the package of paper. For suppor ted types, see page A-13.
3Select the paper 
size settings from the control panel.
Tray 1: If the printer has been set to TRAY 1 MODE=CASSETTE 
from the Paper Handling Menu, also set the paper size from the 
Paper Handling Menu. If custom paper is loaded, set the size 
of custom paper from the Printing Menu to match the paper 
loaded in Tray 1. To print custom-size paper, see page 53.
Optional 500-sheet tray: Paper size settings are adjusted 
when paper is properly loaded into the printer and the paper 
size dial is set to match the paper size. If custom paper is 
loaded, set the size of custom paper from the Printing Menu to 
match the paper loaded in the tray. Set the paper size dial in 
the tray to Custom. To print custom-size paper, see page 53.
Other trays: Paper size settings are adjusted when paper is 
properly loaded into the printer and the paper size dials are set 
to match the paper size (See the sections on loading paper, 
starting on page 31.)
4From the software or printer driver, select the desired type and 
size of paper.
 
						

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NoteThe type and size settings can also be configured from 
HP JetAdmin for networked printers. See the printer software help.
To print by type and size, it might be necessary to unload or close 
Tray 1, or set 
TRAY 1 MODE=CASSETTE from the Paper Handling Menu 
in the printer’s control panel. For more information, see page 58.
Settings in the printer driver and software application override 
control panel settings. (Software application settings override 
printer driver settings.)
 
						

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3
Printer Maintenance
Overview
This chapter explains basic printer maintenance.
Managing the toner cartridge.
Cleaning the printer.
NoteTo ensure optimum print quality, the printer will prompt you to have 
routine maintenance performed every 150,000 pages. When the 
PERFORM PRINTER MAINTENANCE message appears on the control 
panel, contact an HP-authorized service and support provider to 
have the maintenance performed. (See the HP Support pages at 
the front of this user’s guide.)
 
						

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Managing the Toner Cartridge
HP Policy on Non-HP Toner Cartridges
Hewlett-Packard Company cannot recommend use of non-HP toner 
cartridges, either new or remanufactured. Because they are not HP 
products, HP cannot influence their design or control their quality.
To install a new HP toner car tridge and recycle the used cartridge, 
follow the instructions included in the toner cartridge box.
Toner Cartridge Storage
Do not remove the toner cartridge from its package until you are 
ready to use it. (The shelf life of a cartridge in an unopened package 
is approximately 2.5 years.)
CautionTo prevent damage to the toner cartridge, do not expose it to light 
for more than a few minutes.
Toner Cartridge Life Expectancy
The life of the toner cartridge depends on the amount of toner that 
print jobs require. When printing text at 5% coverage, an HP toner 
cartridge lasts an average of 10,000 pages. (A typical business 
letter is about 5% coverage.) This assumes that print density is set 
to 3 and EconoMode is off. (These are the default settings.)
 
						

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Continue Printing When Toner is Low
When toner is low, the printer’s control panel displays the 
TONER LOW 
message.
If the 
TONER LOW message displays, but the printer continues 
printing, 
TONER LOW is set to 
CONTINUE (the default setting).
If the printer stops printing when low toner is detected, 
TONER LOW 
is set to 
STOP. To resume printing, press 
[Go]. 
The printer will continue to display 
TONER LOW until you replace the 
toner cartridge. 
Select 
TONER LOW=CONTINUE or 
TONER LOW=STOP from the 
Configuration Menu in the control panel (page B-12).
Redistributing the Toner
When toner is low, faded or light areas might appear on a printed 
page. You might be able to temporarily improve print quality by 
redistributing the toner. The following procedure might allow you to 
finish the current print job before replacing the toner cartridge.
 
						

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Redistributing the Toner (continued)
1Open the top cover. 
2Remove the toner cartridge from the 
printer. 
WARNING!
Avoid reaching too far into the printer. 
The adjacent fusing area might be hot!
Caution
To prevent damage to the toner 
car tridge, do not expose it to light for 
more than a few minutes.
3Rotate the toner cartridge and 
gently shake it from side to side to 
redistribute the toner.
Note
If toner gets on your clothing, wipe it off 
with a dry cloth and wash clothing in 
cold water. (Hot water sets toner into 
fabr ic.)
4Reinser t the toner cartridge into the 
printer and close the top cover.
If the print remains light, install a new 
toner cartridge. (Follow the instructions 
provided with the new toner car tridge.)
 
						

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Cleaning the Printer
To maintain print quality, follow the cleaning procedure (on the 
following page) every time the toner cartridge is changed, or 
whenever print quality problems occur. As much as possible, keep 
the printer free from dust and debris.
Clean the outside of the printer with a slightly water-dampened 
cloth.
Clean the inside with a dry, lint-free cloth.
CautionDo not use ammonia-based cleaners on or around the printer.
While cleaning the printer, be careful not to touch the transfer roller 
(the black, rubber roller, located underneath the toner car tridge). 
Skin oils on the roller can cause print quality problems.
 
Figure 21   Location of the Transfer Roller—Do Not Touch!
 
						

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Cleaning the Printer
Before beginning these steps, turn the 
printer off and unplug the power cord.
1Open the top cover and remove the 
toner cartridge.
WARNING!
Avoid reaching too far into the printer. 
The adjacent fusing area might be hot!
Caution
To prevent damage to the toner 
car tridge, do not expose it to light for 
more than a few minutes.
2Wipe any dust or dirt off the paper 
feed guides (shaded areas) with a 
dry, lint-free cloth.
Note
If toner gets on your clothing, wipe it off 
with a dry cloth and wash clothing in 
cold water. (Hot water sets toner into 
fabr ic.)
3Using the green handles, lift the 
paper access plates and wipe off 
any residue with a dry, lint-free cloth. 
4Close the paper access plates, 
replace the toner car tridge, close 
the top cover, plug in the power cord, 
and turn the printer on.