Lexmark E350d User Manual
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Selecting print media 11Understanding print media guidelines Selecting print media Selecting the appropriate print media for the printer helps you avoid printing problems. The following sections contain guidelines for choosing the correct print media for the printer: •Paper •Transparencies •Envelopes •Labels •Card stock Paper To ensure the best print quality and feed reliability, use 75 g/m2 (20 lb) xerographic, grain long paper. Business papers designed for general business use may also provide acceptable print quality. Note:Certain paper types will not print at maximum speed. Always print several samples before buying large quantities of any type of print media. When choosing print media, consider the weight, fiber content, and color. The laser printing process heats paper to high temperatures of 210°C (410°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. For detailed tray loading instructions, see the following: •Loading the 250-sheet tray on page18 •Loading the manual feeder on page23 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. Weight The printer can automatically feed paper weights from 60 to 90g/m2 (16 to 24lb bond) grain long in the integrated and optional trays and paper weights from 60 to 163g/m2 (16 to 43lb bond) grain long in the manual feeder. Paper lighter than 60g/m2 (16lb) might not be stiff enough to feed properly, causing jams. For best performance, use 75g/m2 (20lb bond) grain long paper. To use paper narrower than 182x257 mm (7.2x10.1in.), it is recommended that the weight be equal to 90g/m2 (24lb bond). Curl Curl is the tendency of media to curve 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, and dry conditions, even in the trays, can contribute to paper curling prior to printing and can cause feeding problems. For more information about curl, see Turning on Reduced Curl mode on page52.Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals
Selecting print media 12Understanding print media guidelines Smoothness The degree of smoothness of paper directly affects print quality. If the paper is too rough, the toner does not fuse to the paper properly, resulting in poor print quality. If the paper is too smooth, it can cause paper feeding or print quality issues. Smoothness needs to be between 100 and 300 Sheffield points; however, smoothness between 150 and 250 Sheffield points produces the best print quality. If you are using paper with a Sheffield point greater than 350 points, change Paper Type to Rough Cotton. For more information, see “Paper Menu” in the Menus and Messages guide on the Software and Documentation CD. Moisture content The amount of moisture in the paper affects both print quality and the ability of the printer to feed the paper properly. Leave the paper in its original wrapper until it is time to use it. This limits the exposure of the paper to moisture changes that can degrade its performance. Condition paper while it is still in the original wrapper. To condition it, store it in the same environment as the printer for 24 to 48 hours before printing to let the paper stabilize in the new conditions. Extend the time several days if the storage or transportation environment is very different from the printer environment. Thick paper may also require a longer conditioning period because of the mass of material. Grain direction Grain refers to the alignment of the paper fibers in a sheet of paper. Grain is either grain long, running the length of the paper, or grain short, running the width of the paper. For 60 to 90 g/m2 (16 to 24 lb bond) paper, grain long fibers are recommended. Fiber content Most high-quality xerographic paper is made from 100% chemically pulped wood. This content provides the paper with a high degree of stability resulting in fewer paper feeding problems and better print quality. Paper containing fibers such as cotton possesses characteristics that can result in degraded paper handling. Recycled paper Lexmark supportsUS executive order 13101 which strongly encourages the use of recycled papers in government agencies. Ask for warranty information and performance claims from your paper supplier, and/or test small quantities before buying large amounts. A list of suppliers and approved papers used by the US Government Printing Office can be found at http://www.gpo.gov/qualitycontrol/cpypaper.htm. Unacceptable paper The following papers are not recommended for use with the printer: •Chemically treated papers used to make copies without carbon paper, also known as carbonless papers, carbonless copy paper (CCP), or no carbon required (NCR) paper •Preprinted papers with chemicals that may contaminate the printer •Preprinted papers that can be affected by the temperature in the printer fuser •Preprinted papers that require a registration (the precise print location on the page) greater than ±0.09 in., such as optical character recognition (OCR) forms In some cases, you can adjust registration with your program to successfully print on these forms. •Coated papers (erasable bond), synthetic papers, thermal papers •Rough-edged, rough or heavily textured surface papers or curled papers •Recycled paper having a weight less than 60 g/m2 (16 lb) •Multiple-part forms or documentsDownloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals
Selecting print media 13Understanding print media guidelines Selecting paper Proper paper loading helps prevent jams and ensures trouble-free printing. To help avoid jams or poor print quality: •Always use new, undamaged paper. •Flex the paper stack back and forth. Do not fold or crease the paper. Straighten the edges on a level surface. •Before loading paper, know the recommended print side of the paper. This information is usually indicated on the paper package. •Make sure the paper stack is laying flat in the tray and is not above the maximum paper fill indicators. Improper loading may cause jams. •Do not use paper that has been cut or trimmed by hand. •Do not mix media sizes, weights, or types in the same source; mixing results in jams. •Do not use coated papers unless they are specifically designed for electrophotographic printing. •Do not remove trays while a job is printing or Busy appears on the display. •Make sure the Paper Type, Paper Texture, and Paper Weight settings are correct. (For more information about these settings, see “Paper Menu” in the Menus and Messages Guide located on the Software and Documentation CD.) •Make sure the paper is properly loaded in the source. Selecting preprinted forms and letterhead Use the following guidelines when selecting preprinted forms and letterhead paper for the printer: •Use grain long papers for best results for 60 to 90 g/m2 weights. •Use only forms and letterhead printed using an offset lithographic or engraved printing process. •Avoid papers with rough or heavily textured surfaces. Use papers printed with heat-resistant inks designed for use in xerographic copiers. The ink must withstand temperatures of 210°C (410°F) without melting or releasing hazardous emissions. Use inks that are not affected by the resin in toner. Inks that are oxidation-set or oil-based should meet these requirements; latex inks might not. When in doubt, contact the paper supplier. Preprinted papers such as letterhead must be able to withstand temperatures up to 210°C (410°F) without melting or releasing hazardous emissions.Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals
Selecting print media 14Understanding print media guidelines Printing on letterhead Check with the manufacturer or vendor to determine whether the chosen preprinted letterhead is acceptable for laser printers. Page orientation is important when printing on letterhead. Use the following table for help when loading letterhead in the media sources. Transparencies Feed transparencies from the 250-sheet tray or the manual feeder. Try a sample of any transparencies being considered for use with the printer before buying large quantities. When printing on transparencies: •Be sure to set the Paper Type to Transparency to avoid damaging the printer. •Use transparencies designed specifically for laser printers. Transparencies must be able to withstand temperatures of 175°C (350°F) without melting, discoloring, offsetting, or releasing hazardous emissions. •To prevent print quality problems, avoid getting fingerprints on the transparencies. •Before loading transparencies, fan the stack to prevent sheets from sticking together. Selecting transparencies The printer can print directly on transparencies designed for use in laser printers. Print quality and durability depend on the transparency used. Always print samples on the transparencies being considered for use before buying large quantities. We recommend Lexmark part number 70X7240 letter-size transparency and Lexmark part number 12A5010 for A4-size transparency. The Paper Type setting should be set to Transparency to help prevent jams. (For detailed information about this setting, see “Paper Type” on the Software and Documentation CD.) Check with the manufacturer or vendor to determine whether the transparencies are compatible with laser printers that heat transparencies to 175°C (350°F). Use only transparencies that are able to withstand these temperatures without melting, discoloring, offsetting, or releasing hazardous emissions. For detailed information, see the Card Stock & Label Guide, available on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com/ publications. Transparencies can be fed automatically from the paper trays or manually from the manual feeder. For information about transparency compatibility with input bins, see What types of print media can be loaded? on page10. Be careful when you handle transparencies. Fingerprints on the surface of the transparency cause poor print quality.Media source or processPrint sideTop of page 250-sheet tray 250-sheet drawer 550-sheet drawerPrinted letterhead facedownThe top edge of the sheet with the logo is placed at the front of the tray. Duplex (two-sided) printing from traysPrinted letterhead faceupThe top edge of the sheet with the logo is placed at the front of the tray Manual feederPrinted letterhead faceupThe top edge of the sheet with the logo enters the printer first. Duplex (two-sided) printing from Manual feederPrinted letterhead facedownThe top edge of the sheet with the logo enters the printer first.Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals
Selecting print media 15Understanding print media guidelines Envelopes Try a sample of any envelope you are considering using with the printer before buying large quantities. For instructions on loading envelopes, see Loading the manual feeder on page23. When printing on envelopes: •To achieve the best possible print quality, use only high-quality envelopes that are designed for use in laser printers. •Set the Paper Source in the Paper menu based on the source in use, set the Paper Type to Envelope, and select the correct envelope size from the control panel, the printer driver, or from MarkVision Professional. •For best performance, use envelopes made from 75 g/m2 (20 lb) paper. Use up to 105 g/m2 (28 lb bond) weight for the manual feeder as long as the cotton content is 25% or less. Envelopes with 100% cotton content must not exceed 75 g/m2 (20 lb) weight. •Use only new, undamaged envelopes. •For best performance and to minimize jams, do not use envelopes that: –Have excessive curl or twist. –Are stuck together or damaged in any way. –Contain windows, holes, perforations, cutouts or embossing. –Use metal clasps, string ties, or metal folding bars. –Have an interlocking design. –Have postage stamps attached. –Have any exposed adhesive when the flap is in the sealed or closed position. –Have nicked edges or bent corners. –Have rough, cockle, or laid finishes. •Use envelopes that can withstand temperatures of 175°C (350°F) without sealing, excessive curling, wrinkling, or releasing hazardous emissions. If you have any doubts about the envelopes you are considering using, check with the envelope supplier. •Adjust the width guide to fit the width of the envelope. •Load only one envelope at a time. •A combination of high humidity (over 60%) and the high printing temperatures may seal the envelopes. Labels The printer can print on many labels designed for use with laser printers, except for vinyl labels. These labels are supplied in letter-size, A4-size, and legal-size sheets. Label adhesives, face sheet (printable stock), and topcoats must be able to withstand temperatures of 210°C (410°F) and pressure of 25 pounds per square inch (psi). Try a sample of any label you are considering using with the printer before purchasing a large quantity. When printing on labels: •Set the Paper Type menu item to Labels in the Paper menu. Set the Paper Type from the printer control panel, the printer driver, or from MarkVision Professional. •Do not load labels together with paper or transparencies in the same source; mixing media can cause feeding problems. •Do not use label sheets with a slick backing material. •Use full label sheets. Partial sheets may cause labels to peel off during printing, resulting in a jam. Partial sheets also contaminate the printer and the cartridge with adhesive, and could void the printer and cartridge warranties. •Use labels that can withstand temperatures of 210°C (410°F) without sealing, excessive curling, wrinkling, or releasing hazardous emissions. •Do not print within 1 mm (0.04 in.) of the edge of the label, of the perforations, or between die-cuts of the label.Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals
Storing print media 16Understanding print media guidelines •Do not use label sheets that have adhesive to the edge of the sheet. Zone coating of the adhesive at least 1 mm (0.04 in.) away from edges is recommended. Adhesive material contaminates the printer and could void the warranty. •If zone coating of the adhesive is not possible, remove a 3 mm (0.125 in.) strip on the leading and driver edge, and use a non-oozing adhesive. •Remove a 3 mm (0.125 in.) strip from the leading edge to prevent labels from peeling inside the printer. •Portrait orientation is preferred, especially when printing bar codes. •Do not use labels that have exposed adhesive. •Do not use vinyl labels. For detailed information on label printing, characteristics, and design, see the Card Stock & Label Guide available on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com/publications. Card stock Card stock is single ply, and has a large array of properties, such as the moisture content, thickness, and texture, that can significantly affect print quality. For information on the preferred weight and for grain direction of print media, see What types of print media can be loaded? on page10. Try a sample of any card stock you are considering using with the printer before purchasing a large quantity. When printing on card stock: •Cardstock can only be printed from the Manual Feeder. •Set the Paper Type menu item in the Paper Menu to Card Stock from the control panel, from the printer driver, or from MarkVision Professional. Set the Paper Weight to CardStock Weight, and select the CardStock Weight as Normal or Heavy for the value. Set this from the control panel, the printer driver, or from MarkVision Professional. Use Heavy for card stock weighing more than or heavier than 163 g/m2 (90 lb). •Be aware that preprinting, perforation, and creasing can significantly affect the print quality and cause print media handling or jamming problems. •Avoid using card stock that may release hazardous emissions when heated. •Do not use preprinted card stock manufactured with chemicals that may contaminate the printer. Preprinting introduces semi-liquid and volatile components into the printer. •The use of grain short card stock is recommended. Storing print media Use the following guidelines to avoid paper feeding problems and uneven print quality: •For best results, store media in an environment where the temperature is approximately 21°C (70°F) and the relative humidity is 40%. Most label manufacturers recommend printing in a temperature range of 18 to 24°C (65 to 75°F) with a relative humidity of 40 to 60%. •Store cartons of media on a pallet or shelf, rather than directly on the floor. •When storing individual packages of media 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 media packages. •Store paper in its original wrapper until you load it into the printer.Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals
Avoiding jams 17Understanding print media guidelines Avoiding jams Use appropriate print media (paper, transparencies, labels, and card stock) to help ensure trouble-free printing. For more information, see What types of print media can be loaded? on page10. Note:Try a limited sample of any print media you are considering using with the printer before purchasing large quantities. By selecting the appropriate print media and loading it properly, you can avoid most jams. For detailed tray loading instructions, see the following: •Loading the 250-sheet tray on page18 •Loading the manual feeder on page23 The following hints can help you avoid jams: •Use only recommended print media. •Do not overload the print media sources. Make sure the stack height does not exceed the maximum height indicated by the stack line on the labels in the sources. •Do not load wrinkled, creased, damp, or curled print media. •Flex, fan, and straighten print media before you load it. If jams do occur with print media, try feeding one sheet at a time through the manual feeder. •Do not use print media that you have cut or trimmed yourself. •Do not mix print media sizes, weights, or types in the same print media source. •Make sure the recommended print side is loaded in the source according to your simplex or duplex needs. •Keep print media stored in an acceptable environment. For more information, see Storing print media on page16. •Do not remove trays during a print job. •Push all trays in firmly after loading them. •Make sure the guides in the trays are properly positioned for the size of print media you have loaded. Make sure the guides are not placed too tightly against the stack of print media.Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals
Printing 18 3 Printing This chapter covers information about loading print media, sending a job to print, printing confidential jobs, canceling a print job, printing a menu settings page, and printing a font list. For tips on paper jam prevention and print media storage, see Avoiding jams on page17 or Storing print media on page16. Loading the 250-sheet tray Your printer has a 250-sheet tray. You may have also purchased an optional 250-sheet drawer or 550-sheet drawer. Print media is loaded into both components in the same way. To load print media: Note:Do not remove a tray when a job is printing or when the control panel indicator light is blinking. Doing so may cause a jam. 1Remove the 250-sheet tray. Note:To load legal-size or folio-size paper, extend the length of the 250-sheet paper tray. For instructions, see Extending the tray for legal-size or folio-size paper on page21.maximum paper fill indicator maximum paper fill indicatorDownloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals
Loading the 250-sheet tray 19Printing 2Adjust the rear paper guide, to the correct position for the size print media you are loading. Note:There should be a slight gap between the rear paper guide and the paper stack. 3Flex the sheets back and forth to loosen them, then fan them. Do not fold or crease the print media. Straighten the edges of the paper stack on a level surface. 4Insert the paper stack. Note:Make sure the paper stack is laying flat in the tray and is not above the maximum paper fill indicators. Improper loading may cause jams. Note:For simplex printing load letterhead paper with the design side facing down. The top edge of the sheet with the logo should be placed at the front of the tray. For duplex printing load letterhead paper with the design side facing up.Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals
Loading the 250-sheet tray 20Printing 5Adjust the two side paper guides to touch lightly against the sides of the paper stack. 6Insert the 250-sheet tray.Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals