Lexmark W820n User Manual

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Linking bins
If you attach an optional finisher or mailbox to your printer, you can link output bins, or otherwise
specify how the printer sends jobs to the bins, by changing the Configure Bins settings in the Paper
Menu.
By default, the output bins for the finisher or the mailbox are configured in Mailbox mode. In this mode,
you select an output bin when you send a job to print. (If you prefer, you can select a default output bin
for all print jobs to go to.) The printer alerts you when the bin...

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Finishing capabilities
Stapling
The optional finisher can staple up to 50 sheets of 20 lb paper.
Staple positions
The finisher can staple print jobs in four positions, as defined by theStaple Jobmenu item in the
Finishing Menu. If you select Auto, the finisher places the staple based on the feed orientation of the
page. You can also select Front, Back, or Dual.
Illustration of staple positions:
Portrait Landscape
Portrait Landscape
A4, A5, JIS B5, Executive, and Letter
ABC
ABC
ABC
ABC
A3, JIS B4,...

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Stapling and offsetting
The finisher cannot stapleandoffset a print job. If both functions are selected, the printer staples the
job, but does not offset it.
Note:You cannot offset, but stapling can occur in 3 different positions. Based on the
staple position selected, the offset stack is positioned differently in the tray.
The standard bin and finisher bin 2 are capable of accepting offset print jobs.
Staplingandbinusage
Stapled jobs are sent to finisher bin...

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Tips for successful printing
Storing print media
Use the following guidelines to avoid paper feeding problems and uneven print quality.
Store print 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...

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Do not overload the print media sources. Make sure the stack height does not exceed the
maximum height indicated by the labels in the sources.
Push all traysfirmlyinto the printer after loading them.
Make sure the guides in the trays are properly positioned for the size print media you have
loaded.
Do not load print media in a tray while a job is printing by selecting print media from this same
tray. Wait for aLoad Tray message before you remove the tray from the printer. After
you reinstall the...

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Checking an unresponsive printer
Sometimes printer problems are very easy to solve. If your printer is not responding, first make sure:
The power cord is plugged into the printer and a properly grounded electrical outlet.
The electrical outlet is not turned off by any switch or breaker.
Other electrical equipment plugged into the outlet is working.
The printer is turned on.
The printer cable is securely attached to the printer and the host computer, print server,
option, or other network...

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Solving print quality problems
You may be able to correct many print quality problems by replacing a supply or maintenance item that
has reached the end of its intended life. Check the operator panel for a message about a printer
consumable. SeeDetermining the status of suppliesfor information about other ways to identify
consumables that need to be replaced.
Use the following table to find solutions to any print quality problems you have detected.
SymptomCauseSolution
Blank pagesThe printer was...

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Print too lightThe Toner Darkness setting is
too light.Select a different Toner Darkness setting
from the printer driver before sending the
job to print.
Youareusingprintmediathat
does not meet the printer
specifications. Use recommended paper and other print
media. Refer to the
Card Stock & Label
Guide
available on Lexmark’s Web site
at www.lexmark.com for detailed
specifications.
 Load print media from a new package.
 Avoid textured paper with rough finishes.
 Make sure the paper you load in...

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Print too darkThe Toner Darkness setting is
too dark.Select a different Toner Darkness setting
from the printer driver before sending the
job to print.
The print cartridge is defective
or has been installed in more
than one printer.Replace the print cartridge.
SeeReplacing the print cartridge.
Gray backgroundThe Toner Darkness setting is
too dark.Select a different Toner Darkness setting
from the printer driver before sending the
job to print.
The print cartridge is
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White or black lineThe print cartridge or fuser is
defective.Replace the print cartridge.
SeeReplacing the print cartridge.
Replace the fuser.
SeeReplacing the items in the
maintenance kit.
Streaked horizontal linesThe print cartridge, transfer
roller, or fuser may be
defective, empty, or worn.Replace the printer cartridge, the transfer
roller, or fuser as needed.
SeeReplacing the print cartridge,
Replacing the transfer roller,and
Replacing the fuserfor more information.
SymptomCauseSolution...