Lexmark Optra S 1250 Manual

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For detailed information, refer to theCard Stock & Labels Guide,
which is available from Lexmark.
MaterialTy p e
Weight for Paper Sources
250-sheet input tray
and 500-sheet trays
Multipurpose
feeder and optional
250-sheet drawer
Envelope
Feeder
Paper Xerographic or
business paper60 to 176 g/m
2
grain long
(16to47lbbond)60 to 135 g/m
2
grain long
(16to36lbbond)
Card Stock -
Upper Limit
(Grain Long)
1
Index Bristol 163 g/m2(90lb) 120g/m2(67...

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Print Material Characteristics
The paper characteristics defined below affect printing quality and
reliability. We recommend that you keep these guidelines in mind
when evaluating new paper stock.
Weight
The printer can automatically feed paper weights from 60 to
176g/m2(16to47lbbond).Paperlighterthan60g/m2(16 lb) might
not be stiff enough to feed properly, causing paper jams. For best
performance, use 75g/m
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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 you are ready to use it. This
limits the exposure of the paper to moisture changes that can
degrade its performance.
Grain Direction
Grainreferstothealignmentofthepaperfibersinasheetofpaper.
Grain is eithergrain long, running the length of the paper;...

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Paper Guidelines
Always use new, undamaged paper. To avoid paper jams or poor
print quality:
Do not use paper that you have cut or trimmed yourself.
Do not mix paper sizes, weights, or types in the same paper
source since mixing results in paper jams.
Do not use coated papers.
Do not forget to change the Paper Size setting when you
use a source that does not support auto size sensing.
Make sure the Paper Type, Paper Texture, and...

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Use only forms and letterhead printed using an offset
lithographic or engraved printing process.
Choose papers that absorb ink, but do not bleed.
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 212
oC (414oF) without melting or releasing
hazardous emissions. Use inks that are not affected by the
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Storing paper
Properly storing the paper you buy helps ensure trouble-free
printing. Use the following guidelines:
For best results, store paper in an environment where the
temperature is approximately 21oC(70oF) 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...

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To minimize jams, donotuse envelopes that:
Have excessive curl or twist
Are stuck together
Are 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...

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After continuously printing approximately 10,000 page sides of
labels (or each time you replace the print cartridge), complete the
following steps to maintain printer feeding reliability:
1Print 5 sheets of paper.
2Wait approximately 5 seconds.
3Print 5 more sheets of paper.
For detailed information on label printing, characteristics, and
design, refer to theCard Stock & Labels Guide,which is available
from Lexmark.
Liner
Theliner, also...

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adhesives are semi-liquid and may contain volatile components
that can cause printer contamination or fumes when the adhesive
is heated or placed under pressure.
Zone coating(orzone printing) of the adhesive involves placing the
adhesive only where needed. Zone coating is generally used with
paper labels and integrated forms. A no-adhesive border of 1 mm
(0.04 in.) around the outside edge of the label sheet generally gives
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Paper Labels
Generally, cut-sheet paper labels work well with your printer.
Labels with coating or sizing used to make the paper liquid-
resistant should be avoided. They decrease toner adhesion and
increase fuser contamination from toner. Paper labels, at a
minimum, should be equivalent in weight and rigidity to 20 lb
xerographic bond paper.
Dual-Web Paper Labels
Dual-web paper labels are paper labels combined with a sheet of
paper stock...