Lexmark E260 User Manual

Curl
Curl is the tendency for paper to curl at its edges. Excessive curl can cause paper feeding problems. Curl can occur after
the paper passes through the printer, where it is exposed to high temperatures. Storing paper unwrapped in hot, humid,
cold, or dry conditions, even in the trays, can contribute to paper curling prior to printing and can cause feeding
problems.
Smoothness
Paper smoothness directly affects print quality. If paper is too rough, toner cannot fuse to it properly. If paper is too...

Selecting paper
Using appropriate paper prevents jams and helps ensure trouble-free printing.
To help avoid jams and poor print quality:
Always use new, undamaged paper.
Before loading paper, know the recommended print side of the paper. This information is usually indicated on the
paper package.
Do not use paper that has been cut or trimmed by hand.
Do not mix paper sizes, types, or weights in the same source; mixing results in jams.
Do not use coated papers unless they are specifically designed for...

Supported paper sizes, types, and weights
The following tables provide information on standard and optional paper sources and the types of paper they support.
Note: For an unlisted paper size, select the closest larger listed size.
For information on card stock and labels, see the Card Stock & Label Guide.
Paper sizes supported by the printer
Paper sizeDimensionsStandard
250-sheet trayOptional 250- or
550-sheet trayManual feederDuplex path
A4210 x 297 mm
(8.3 x 11.7 in.)
A5148 x 210 mm
(5.8 x 8.3 in.)X...

Paper sizeDimensionsStandard
250-sheet trayOptional 250- or
550-sheet trayManual feederDuplex path
DL Envelope110 x 220 mm
(4.3 x 8.7 in.)XXX
7 3/4 Envelope
(Monarch)98 x 191 mm
(3.9 x 7.5 in.)XXX
9 Envelope98 x 225 mm
(3.9 x 8.9 in.)XXX
10 Envelope105 x 241 mm
(4.1 x 9.5 in.)XXX
Other Envelope229 x 356 mm
(9 x 14 in.)XXX
1 A6 is supported only for grain long papers.
2 This size setting formats the page for 216 x 356 mm (8.5 x 14 in.) unless the size is specified by the software application.
3If a paper...

Paper type250-sheet standard
tray250- or 550-sheet
optional trayManual feederDuplex path
TransparenciesXX
Envelopes (smooth)2XXX
1 Single-sided paper labels designed for laser printers are supported for occasional use. It is recommended to print 20 or
fewer pages of paper labels a month. Vinyl, pharmacy, and dual-sided labels are not supported.
2 Use envelopes that lie flat when individually placed on a table facedown.
Paper and specialty media guide
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Printing
This chapter covers printing, printer reports, and job cancellation. Selection and handling of paper and specialty media
can affect how reliably documents print. For more information, see “Avoiding jams” on page 94 and “Storing paper”
on page 52.
Printing a document
Printing a document
1Load paper into a tray or feeder.
2From the Paper menu, set the Paper Size/Type to match the loaded paper.
3Send the print job:
For Windows users
aWith a document open, click File  Print.
bClick Properties,...

Printing on both sides of the paper
Some models of the printer have automatic duplex / 2-sided printing and other models have manual duplex / 2-sided
printing.
Printing on both sides of the paper
If you want to print two-sided pages for every print job, or for most print jobs, then select Duplex in the Finishing menu.
To access the Finishing menu, do one of the following:
If the printer is connected to a computer by USB or parallel cable, then open the Local Printer Settings Utility for
Windows or...

6Select the appropriate Input options for your print job.
7Click OK.
8Click OK on the Print window.
The printer prints every other page of the document first. Once the first side of your job prints, the 
 light
comes on, and the 
l button light blinks.
 - On
 - Blinking
9Load the paper back into the printer with the already-printed side up and the top of the page toward the front
of the tray.
For Macintosh users
1With a document open, choose File  Print.
2From the print options pop-up menu, choose Paper...

Printing specialty documents
Tips on using letterhead
Page orientation is important when printing on letterhead. Use the following table to determine which direction to
load the letterhead:
Source or processPrint side and paper orientation
Standard 250-sheet tray
Optional 250-sheet tray
Optional 550-sheet tray
Printed letterhead design is placed facedown. The top edge of the sheet with the logo
is placed at the front of the tray.
Duplex (two-sided) printing from
traysPrinted letterhead design is placed...

Source or processPrint side and paper orientation
Manual feeder (duplex printing)Preprinted letterhead design is placed facedown. The top edge of the sheet with the
logo should enter the manual feeder last.
Note: Check with the manufacturer or vendor to determine whether the chosen preprinted letterhead is acceptable for
laser printers.
Tips on using transparencies
Print samples on the transparencies being considered for use before buying large quantities.
When printing on transparencies:
Feed...