Lexmark C920 User Manual

Loading the multipurpose feeder
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6Adjust the knob to show the size of the print media currently loaded.
Note:This setting serves as a visual reminder only; it has no effect on the operation of the printer.
7Insert the tray into the printer.
Loading the multipurpose feeder
The multipurpose feeder can hold several sizes and types of print media, such as transparencies, postcards, note cards, 
and envelopes. It can be used for single-page or manual printing or as an additional tray.
The...

Loading the multipurpose feeder
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The icons on the multipurpose feeder show you how to load the multipurpose feeder with paper of various sizes, and how to 
turn an envelope for printing. Load letterhead face up for simplex printing, face down for duplex printing.
To load print media:
Note:Do not add or remove print media when the printer is printing from the multipurpose feeder or when 
the operator panel indicator light is blinking. Doing so may cause a jam.
1Open the multipurpose feeder, and...

Loading the multipurpose feeder
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3Push down the bottom plate until it locks into place.
Note:Do not place objects on the multipurpose feeder. Also, avoid pressing down on it or applying 
excessive force to it.
4Flex the sheets or envelopes back and forth to loosen them, then fan them. Do not fold or crease the print media. 
Straighten the edges on a level surface.
Note:Hold transparencies by the edges and avoid touching the print side. Fan the stack of transparencies 
to prevent jams. Be...

Loading the multipurpose feeder
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5Load the media in the tray and push the set button to raise the media for feeding.
Use the stack height label as a guide for stack height when loading print media.
Loading paper, transparencies, or envelopes
Note:Letterhead or other preprinted paper must be loaded differently depending on the options you have 
installed.
Load envelopes flap side down. Orient them as indicated by the icons on the multipurpose feeder.
–Never use envelopes with stamps, clasps,...

Loading the high capacity feeder
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Closing the multipurpose feeder
1Remove print media from the multipurpose feeder.
2Push the extension tray in.
3Push down on the multipurpose feeder near the printer entry rollers to secure it for closing.
4Close the multipurpose feeder cover.
Loading the high capacity feeder
The optional high capacity feeder provides an additional input of 3,000 sheets of paper.
Note:Do not load any print media other than paper in the high capacity feeder.
To load the high...

Loading the high capacity feeder
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3Loosen the left and right paper guide thumbscrews.
4Slide the guides left or right to the correct position for the paper size you are loading (A4 or Letter).
5Tighten the left and right paper guide thumbscrews.
6Flex the sheets back and forth to loosen them, and then fan them.
Do not fold or crease the paper. Straighten the edges of the stack on a level surface.
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Loading the high capacity feeder
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7Place the paper against the paper guides with the print side up.
Note:Do not exceed the maximum stack height. Overfilling the tray may cause paper jams.
8Press the paper tray button.
The paper tray lowers so you can load another 500 sheets of paper. 
Note:If there is only a partial stack of paper in the tray, the paper low sensor will not allow the tray to go 
down. Add more paper to lower the tray.
9Place the paper against the paper guides, with the print...

Linking trays
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11Close the top cover.
Make sure the high capacity feeder is pushed completely against the printer.
Linking trays
Tray linking enables the automatic linking feature for trays when you load the same size and type of print media in multiple 
sources. The printer automatically links the trays; when one tray is empty, print media feeds from the next linked tray.
For example, if you have the same size and type of print media loaded in tray 2 and tray 4, the printer selects print...

Tips for successful printing
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To disable tray linking, set the Paper Type to a unique value in each one of the trays. If all the trays do not have the same 
type of print media when they are linked, you could mistakenly print a job on the wrong paper type.
Tips for successful printing
Storing print media
Properly storing the media helps ensure trouble-free printing. Use the following guidelines:
For best results, store media in an environment where the temperature is approximately 21
°C...

Media specifications
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6Media specifications
Media is paper, card stock, transparencies, labels, and envelopes. The last four are sometimes referred to as specialty 
media. The printer provides high quality printing on a variety of media. A number of things must be considered concerning 
media before printing. This chapter provides information to help make media selections and how to care for media.
Media guidelines
Selecting the appropriate media for the printer helps avoid printing problems.
The...