Kyocera FS C5250DN User Manual
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3-1 3 Handling Paper This chapter contains explanations on the following topics: General Guidelines3-2 Selecting the Right Paper 3-4 Paper Type 3-13 Loading Paper 3-14 Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals
Handling Paper 3-2 General Guidelines The machine is designed to print on standard copier paper (the type used in ordinary dry copier machines), but it can also accept a variety of other types of paper within the limits specified below. Selection of the right paper is important. Using the wrong paper can result in paper jams, curling, poor print quality, and paper waste, and in extreme cases can damage the machine. The guidelines given below will increase the productivity of your office by ensuring efficient, trouble-free printing and reducing wear and tear on the machine. Paper Availability Most types of paper are compatible with a variety of machines. Paper intended for xerographic copiers can also be used with the machine. There are three general grades of paper: economy, standard , and premium . The most significant difference between grades is the ease with which they pass through the machine. This is affected by the smoothness, size , and moisture content of the paper, and the way in which the paper is cut. The higher the grade of paper you use, the less risk there will be of paper jams and other problems, and the higher the level of quality your printed output will reflect. Differences between paper from different suppliers can also affect the machine’s performance. A high-quality printer cannot produce high- quality results when the wrong paper is used. Low-priced paper is not economical in the long run if it causes printing problems. Paper in each grade is available in a range of basis weights (defined later). The traditional standard weights are 60 to 120 g/m² (16 to 32 pounds). Paper Specifications The following table summarizes the basic paper specifications. Details are given on the following pages. Note The manufacturer assumes no liability for problems that occur when paper not satisfying these requirements is used. ItemSpecification Weight Cassette, PF-520 (optional): 60 to 163 g/m² (16 to 43 lb/ream) MP Tray, PF-530 (optional): 60 to 220 g/m² (16 to 59 lb/ream) Thickness 0.086 to 0.110 mm (3.4 to 4.3 mils) Dimensions Refer to Paper Sizes on page 3-4 Dimensional accuracy ±0.7 mm (±0.0276 inches) Squareness of corners 90° ±0.2° Moisture content 4 % to 6 % Direction of grain Long grain Pulp content 80 % or more Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals
3-3Handling Paper Minimum and Maximum Paper Sizes The minimum and maximum paper sizes are as follows. For non standard paper such as transparency, labels, vellum, cardstock, envelope, coated and thick, the MP (Multi-Purpose) tray must be used. Recommended Paper The following products are recommended for use with the printer for optimum performance. 105 mm 4-1/8 inches 148 mm 5-13/16 inches 216 mm 8-1/2 inches 356 mm 14 inches Minimum Paper Size Maximum Paper Size Paper Cassette 70 mm 2-3/4 inches 138 mm 5-7/16 inches Minimum Paper Size Maximum Paper Size MP Tray 216 mm 8-1/2 inches 356 mm 14 inches SizeProduct Weight Letter, Legal Hammermill LASER PRINT 90 g/m² (24 lb) A4 NEUSIEDLER COLOR COPY 90 g/m² Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals
Handling Paper 3-4 Selecting the Right Paper This section describes the guidelines for selecting paper. Condition Avoid using paper that is bent at the edges, curled, dirty, torn, embossed, or contaminated with lint, clay, or paper shreds. Use of paper in these conditions can lead to illegible printing and paper jams, and can shorten the life of the machine. In particular, avoid using paper with a surface coating or other surface treatment. Paper should have as smooth and even a surface as possible. Composition Do not use paper that has been coated or surface-treated and contains plastic or carbon. The heat of fusing can cause such paper to give off harmful fumes. Bond paper should contain at least 80 % pulp. Not more than 20 % of the total paper content should consist of cotton or other fibers. Paper Sizes Cassettes and the MP tray are available for the paper sizes listed in the table below. For details, including the paper sizes for the paper feeder (Optional paper feeder PF-520, PF-530) refer to Cassette (1 to 4) Size (Setting the cassette paper size) on page 4-31 . The dimensional tolerances are ±0.7 mm (±0.0276 inches) for the length and width. The angle at the corners must be 90° ±0.2°. MP Tray OnlySizeCassette or MP TraySize Envelope Monarch 3-7/8 × 7-1/2 inches Legal 8-1/2 × 14 inches Envelope #10 4-1/8 × 9-1/2 inches Letter 8-1/2 × 11 inches Envelope #9 3-7/8 × 8-7/8 inches ISO A4 210 × 297 mm Envelope #6 3-5/8 × 6-1/2 inches ISO A5 148 × 210 mm Envelope DL 110 × 220 mm ISO A6 105 × 148 mm JIS B6 128 × 182 mm Envelope C5 162 × 229 mm Hagaki 100 × 148 mm ISO B5 176 × 250 mm OufukuHagaki 148 × 200 mm JIS B5 182 × 257 mm Youkei 2 114 × 162 mm Statement 5-1/2 × 8-1/2 inches Youkei 4 105 × 235 mm Executive 7-1/4 × 10-1/2 inches Oficio II 8-1/2 × 13 inches Folio 210 × 330 mm 16 kai 197 × 273 mm Custom Cassette: 105 to 216 mm × 148 to 356 mm (4-1/8 to 8-1/2 inches × 5-13/16 to 14 inches) MP Tray: 70 to 216 mm × 138 to 356 mm (2-3/4 to 8-1/2 inches × 5-7/16 to 14 inches) Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals
3-5Handling Paper Smoothness The paper should have a smooth, uncoated surface. Paper with a rough or sandy surface can cause voids in the printed output. Paper that is too smooth can cause multiple feeding and fogging problems. (Fogging is a gray background effect.) Basis Weight Basis weight is the weight of paper expressed in grams per square meter (g/m²). Paper that is too heavy or too light may cause feed errors or paper jams as well as premature wear of the product. Uneven weight of paper, namely uneven paper thickness may cause multiple-sheet feeding or print quality problems such as blurring because of poor toner fusing. The recommended basis weight is: Cassette: 60 to 163 g/m 2 MP tray: 60 to 220 g/m2 PF-520 (optional): 60 to 163 g/m2 PF-530 (optional): 60 to 220 g/m2 Paper Weight Equivalence Table The paper weight is listed in pounds (lb) and metric grams per square meter (g/m²). The shaded part indicates the standard weight. Thickness The paper used with the machine should be neither extremely thick nor extremely thin. If you are having problems with paper jams, multiple feeds, and faint printing, the paper you are using may be too thin. If you U. S. Bond Weight (lb)Europe Metric Weight (g/m²) 1660 17 64 2075 21 80 22 81 2490 27 100 28 105 32120 34 128 36135 39 148 42 157 43 163 47 176 53 199 Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals
Handling Paper 3-6 are having problems with paper jams and blurred printing the paper may be too thick. The correct thickness is 0.086 to 0.110 mm (3.4 to 4.3 mils). Moisture Content Moisture content is defined as the percent ratio of moisture to the dry mass of the paper. Moisture can affect the paper’s appearance, feed ability, curl, electrostatic properties, and toner fusing characteristics. The moisture content of the paper varies with the relative humidity in the room. When the relative humidity is high and the paper absorbs moisture, the paper edges expand, becoming wavy in appearance. When the relative humidity is low and the paper loses moisture, the edges shrink and tighten, and print contrast may suffer. Wavy or tight edges can cause jams and alignment anomalies. The moisture content of the paper should be 4 to 6 %. To ensure correct moisture content, it is important to store the paper in a controlled environment. Some tips on moisture control are: • Store paper in a cool, dry location. • Keep the paper in its wrapping as long as possible. Re-wrap paper that is not in use. • Store paper in its original carton. Place a pallet etc. under the carton to separate it from the floor. • After removing paper from storage, let it stand in the same room as the machine for 48 hours before use. • Avoid leaving paper where it is exposed to heat, sunlight, or damp. Paper Grain When paper is manufactured, it is cu t into sheets with the grain running parallel to the length (long grain) or parallel to the width (short grain). Short grain paper can cause feeding pr oblems in the machine. All paper used in the machine should be long grain. Other Paper Properties Porosity : Indicates the density of paper fiber. Stiffness : Limp paper may buckle in the machine, resulting in paper jams. Curl : Most paper naturally tends to curl one way if left unpacked. Electrostatic discharge : During the printing process the paper is electrostatically charged to attract the toner. The paper must be able to release this charge so that printed sheets do not cling together in the Output Tray . Whiteness : The contrast of the printed page depends on the whiteness of the paper. Whiter paper provides a sharper, brighter appearance. Quality control : Uneven sheet size, corners that are not square, ragged edges, welded (uncut) sheets, and crushed edges and corners can cause the machine to malfunction in various ways. A quality paper supplier should take considerable care to ensure that these problems do not occur. Note When using coated paper, be aware that the sheets will stick together in a very humid environment. Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals
3-7Handling Paper Packaging : Paper should be packed in a sturdy carton to protect it from damage during transport. Quality paper obtained from a reputable supplier is usually correctly packaged. Note You might see the printer emitting steam in the area around the top tray if you use damp paper, but it is safe to continue printing. Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals
Handling Paper 3-8 Special Paper The following types of special paper can be used: Use paper that is sold specifically for use with copiers or printers (heat- fusing type). When using transparencies, labels, thin paper, envelopes, postcards, or thick paper, feed the paper from the MP tray. For details, refer to Paper Source (Selecting the paper feed source) on page 4-37. Since the composition and quality of special paper vary considerably, special paper is more likely than white bond paper to give trouble during printing. No liability will be assumed if moisture and so forth given off during printing on special paper causes harm to the machine or operator. Transparency Transparencies must be able to withstand the heat of fusing during the printing process. The recommended transparency product is 3M CG3700 (Letter, A4). The table below lists the specifications for transparency: Paper Type to be UsedPaper Type to be Selected Thin paper (60 to 64 g/m²) VELLUM Thick paper (90 to 220 g/m²) THICK Colored paper COLOR Recycled paper RECYCLED Overhead projector transparencies TRANSPARENCY Postcards CARDSTOCK Envelopes ENVELOPE Label LABELS Coated paper COATED Note Before purchasing any type of special paper, test a sample on the machine and check that printing quality is satisfactory. ItemSpecification Tolerance of heat Must tolerate at least 190 °C (374 °F) Thickness 0.100 to 0.110 mm (3.9 to 4.3 mils) Material Polyester Dimensional accuracy ±0.7 mm (±0.0276 inches) Squareness of corners 90° ±0.2° Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals
3-9Handling Paper To prevent printing problems, feed transparencies into the printer one sheet at a time from the MP tray. Always load the transparencies vertically (with the long edge towards the printer). If the transparencies have rough edges on the back, it may cause a paper jam. Remove the rough edges, reverse the sides or feed the sheet from the opposite edge. When unloading transparencies (e.g., for clearing jams), hold them carefully by the edges to avoid leaving fingerprints on them. Labels Labels must be fed from the MP tray or optional paper feeder PF-530. The basic rule for printing on adhesive labels is that the adhesive must never come into contact with any part of the machine. Adhesive paper sticking to the drum or rollers will damage the machine. Label paper has a structure comprising of three layers, as shown in the diagram. The top sheet is printed on. The adhesive layer consists of pressure-sensitive adhesives. The carrier sheet (also called the linear or backing sheet) holds the labels until used. Due to the complexity of its composition, adhesive-backed label paper is particularly likely to give printing problems. Adhesive label paper must be entirely covered by its top sheet, with no spaces between the individual labels. Labels with spaces in between are liable to peel off, causing serious paper jam problems. Some label paper is manufactured with an extra margin of top sheet around the edge. Do not remove the extra top sheet from the carrier sheet until after printing is finished. The table below lists the specifications for adhesive label paper. Top sheet (white bond paper) Adhesive Carrier sheet ItemSpecification Weight of top sheet 44 to 74 g/m² (12 to 20 lb/ream) Composite weight 104 to 151 g/m² (28 to 40 lb/ream) Thickness of top sheet 0.086 to 0.107 mm (3.9 to 4.2 mils) Composite thickness 0.115 to 0.145 mm (4.5 to 5.7 mils) Moisture content 4 to 6 % (composite) Top sheetUnacceptable Acceptable Carrier sheet Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals
Handling Paper 3-10 Postcards Fan the stack of postcards and align the edges before loading them in the MP tray. Make sure the postcards you are going to set are not curled. Feeding curled postcards may cause paper jams. Some postcards have rough edges on the back (those are created when the paper is cut). In this case, put the postcards on a flat place and rub the edges with, for example, a ruler to smooth them. Envelopes Envelopes should always be fed from the MP tray, with the print-side up. Envelopes must be fed from the MP tray or optional paper feeder PF-530. Since the composition of an envelope is more complex than that of ordinary paper, it is not always possible to ensure consistent printing quality over the entire envelope surface. Normally, envelopes have a diagonal grain direction. Refer to Paper Grain on page 3-6 . This direction can easily cause wrinkles and creases when envelopes pass through the printer. Before purchasing envelopes, make a test print to check whether the printer accepts the envelope. • Do not use envelopes that have an encapsulated liquid adhesive. • Avoid a long printing session for envelopes only. Extended envelope printing can cause premature printer wear. • If jams occur, try setting a lesser number of envelopes on the MP tray. • To avoid jams caused by curled envelopes, stack no more than 10 printed envelopes on the top tray. Rough Edge Rough Edge Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals