Lexmark C920n 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 multipurpose feeder can hold approximately:
100 sheets of 75 g/m
2 (20 lb) paper
80 sheets of 24 lb 12x18 paper
55 sheets of labels
55 sheets of card stock
50 transparencies
10 envelopes
1 sheet of glossy paper (manual feed)
1 sheet of banner paper (297.2 x 1219.2 mm. [11.7 x 48 in.]), manual feed
The multipurpose feeder accepts print media within the following dimensions:
Width—69.85 mm (2.75 in.) to 304.8 mm (12 in.) 
Length—127 mm (5 in.) to 1219.2 mm (48 in.)
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							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 then extend the recessed tray to accommodate the paper you want to use.
2Slide the paper width guides to the correct position.
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12 x 18
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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 careful not to scratch or leave fingerprints on the transparencies.
Paper
Envelopes
Transparencies
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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, snaps, windows, coated linings, or self-stick adhesives. These 
envelopes may severely damage the printer.
Note:Load only one size and type of print media at a time in the multipurpose feeder. Do not mix sizes and 
types in the same tray.
Loading letterhead or preprinted paper
Print side face up for simplex (single-sided) printing
Print side face down for duplex printing
Do not fill paper above the load line. Overfilling the tray may cause jams.
6Set the Paper Size and Paper Type for the multipurpose feeder (MP Feeder Size and MP Feeder Type) to the 
correct value for the print media you loaded. 
aPress   on the operator panel.
bPress   until you see   Paper Menu.
cPress .
dPress   until you see   Paper Size/Type.
ePress .
fPress   until you see   MP Feeder Size/Type.
gPress .
hPress   until the   appears next to the media size you loaded.
iPress .
jPress   until you see   MP Feeder Size/Type.
kPress .
lPress   until the   appears next to the media type you loaded.
mPress .
The printer returns to the Ready state.
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							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 capacity feeder:
1Open the top cover.
The paper guides are set at the factory and may already be configured for your paper size.
2Inspect the position of the paper guides.
If the paper guides are correctly set for the size of paper you are loading, go to step 6 on page 66. If not, continue 
with step 3.
Note:The high capacity feeder must be properly adjusted for A4 or Letter size paper. If the paper guides 
are in the wrong position, you may experience paper feeding problems.
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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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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 side up.
10Repeat step 8 and step 9 until you have filled the tray or loaded the desired quantity.
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							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 media 
from tray 2 until it becomes empty, and then the printer automatically feeds print media from the next linked tray—tray 4.
By linking all five trays, you effectively create a single source with a capacity of 4,000 sheets.
If you load the same size print media in each tray, make sure the print media is all the same type in order to link the trays. 
To set the paper type or size:
1Press   on the operator panel.
2Press   until you see   Paper Menu.
3Press .
4Press   until you see   Paper Size/Type.
5Press .
6Press   until you see   Tray  Size/Type.
7Press .
8Press   until the   appears next to the envelope size you loaded.
9Press .
10Press   until you see   Tray  Size/Type.
11Press .
12Press   until the   appears next to the envelope type you loaded.
13Press .
The printer returns to the Ready state.
Once the trays you selected are loaded with the same size and type of print media, select the same Paper Type setting in 
the Paper Menu for these sources.
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							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 (70°F) and the 
relative humidity is 40%.
Store cartons of paper on a pallet or shelf, rather than directly on the floor.
If you store individual packages of paper out of the original carton, make sure they rest on a flat surface so the 
edges do not buckle or curl.
Do not place anything on top of the paper packages.
Avoiding paper jams
By carefully selecting print media and loading them properly, you should be able to avoid most paper jams. If jams do occur, 
follow the steps outlined in Clearing paper jams. If jams occur frequently, make sure you follow these tips to avoid jams:
See Loading standard trays and optional trays to load paper properly. Make sure the adjustable guides are 
positioned correctly before closing the tray.
Do not overload the paper trays. Make sure the paper is under the paper capacity mark on the inside of the tray 
relative to the size and weight of the paper you are using.
Do not remove trays while print jobs are in process.
Do not mix reams of paper.
Remove the top and bottom sheets of a ream before loading paper.
Do not force paper into the multipurpose feeder when you load it; otherwise, it may skew or buckle.
Make sure the paper width and length guides on the paper sources are adjusted correctly.
Flex, fan, and straighten the paper before loading it.
Fan stacks of labels or transparencies before loading them into the multipurpose feeder. If jams occur using the 
multipurpose feeder, try feeding one sheet at a time.
Do not load wrinkled, creased, damp, or curled paper.
Do not mix paper types or paper sizes in one tray.
Use only recommended print media. See Media guidelines.
Make sure the recommended print side is face up when placed in the multipurpose feeder or high capacity feeder.
Make sure the recommended print side is face down when loading trays 1 through 4.
Keep print media stored in an acceptable environment. See Media guidelines.
If paper consistently jams in the tray, reduce the paper stack height to level A in the tray.
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							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 following sections contain guidelines for choosing the correct media for the printer.
For detailed information about media characteristics, see the Card Stock & Label Guide available on the Lexmark Web site 
at www.lexmark.com/publications.
Paper
To ensure the best print quality and feed reliability, use 90 g/m2 (24 lb) xerographic, grain long paper. Business papers 
designed for general business use may also provide acceptable print quality.
We recommend Lexmark part number 12A5950 letter size glossy paper and Lexmark part number 12A5951 for A4 size 
glossy paper.
Always print several samples before buying large quantities of any type of media. When choosing any media, consider the 
weight, fiber content, and color.
The LED printing process heats paper to high temperatures of 230°C (446°F) for non-MICR applications. Use only paper 
able to withstand these temperatures without discoloring, bleeding, or releasing hazardous emissions. Check with the 
manufacturer or vendor to determine whether the paper chosen is acceptable for laser printers.
When loading paper, note the recommended print side on the paper package, and load paper accordingly. See Loading 
standard trays and optional trays for detailed loading instructions.
Paper characteristics
The following paper characteristics affect print quality and reliability. It is recommended that these guidelines are followed 
when evaluating new paper stock.
For detailed information, see the Card Stock & Label Guide available on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com/
publications.
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