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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 you selected becomes full, and stops
printing until you empty the bin.
If you prefer, you can change the Configure Bins setting to Link mode. All available bins are then linked
so that when one bin becomes full, the printer sends jobs to the next linked bin.
In Mail Overflow mode (only available if you’ve attached an optional mailbox), the printer automatically
sends jobs to a preassigned overflow bin when the current bin becomes full.
Type Assignment mode lets you assign different types of media to specific output bins or set of linked
bins. The printer then sends all printed media to the bin or set of linked bins that you designated to
receive each type of print media.
To change the Configure Bins setting:
1PressMenuuntil you see Paper Menu, and then pressSelect.
2PressMenuuntil you see Configure Bins, and then pressSelect.
Mailbox appears on the second line of the display.
3PressMenuto scroll through the list of available configuration modes.
4When you see the correct configuration mode, pressSelectto save the mode as the bin
configuration default.
5PressGoto return the printer to the Ready state.
Note:The
Selectbutton selects the menu shown on the second line of the display.
For more information, seeConfigure BinsandBin  Full.
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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, and 11x17Legal
ABC
Back
Dual
Fr o ntFeed direction
Print side down (as print
media exits the printer)
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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 2.
Finishing and bin linking
The finisher stacks all stapled jobs in bin 2. Offset jobs go to in bin 2 first until it is full and the jobs go
to the standard bin when the bins are linked. If bin 1 and bin 2 are linked and bin 2 is full, the printer
repor ts that bin 1 is also full even if it is empty. In this case, the printer assumes there is no bin
available to perform the finishing functions requested by the print job because the bin is full. To clear
the message, remove the stack of paper from the bin. The printer can then receive additional stapled
or offset jobs. For more information, seeLinking bins.
Hole punching
Select On as the value for theHole Punchmenu item in the Finishing Menu to punch holes along the
edge of all printed output. Select Hole Punch from the printer driver to punch holes only in output for a
specific job.
Bins 1 and 2 are capable of accepting hole punched print jobs.
Portrait Landscape
A3, A4, A5, JIS B4, JIS B5, Executive, Letter, Legal, and 11x17
ABC
ABC
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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 anything on top of paper packages.
Avoiding jams
If you select appropriate print media (paper, transparencies, labels, and card stock) for your printer,
you’ll be well on your way to trouble-free printing.
By carefully selecting print media and loading them properly, you should be able to avoid most jams.
See the following for instructions on loading print media:
Loading trays 1, 2, and 3
Loading trays 4 and 5
Loading the multipurpose feeder
Loading the envelope feeder
If you do experience a paper jam, seeClearing print media jamsfor instructions on clearing the jam.
The following hints can help you avoid paper jams:
Use only recommended print media. Refer to theCard Stock & Label Guideavailable on
Lexmark’s Web site at www.lexmark.com for more information about which print media will
provide optimum results for your printing environment.
If you need detailed information before purchasing large quantities of customized print media,
refer to the
Card Stock & Label Guide.
Do not load wrinkled, creased, or damp paper.
Flex, fan, and straighten paper before you load it.
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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 loaded tray, press
Goto continue printing. You may remove another tray and
load it so long as the print job is not selecting the print media from it.
Do not send jobs to staple, hole punch, or offset for transparencies, labels, or card stock.
We recommend that transparencies, labels, card stock, and envelopes not be sent to the
optional mailbox or optional finisher. These print media types should be sent to the standard
bin.
If an optional finisher or mailbox is attached to your printer, make sure the printer and option
are correctly aligned. Refer to the
Setup Guidefor alignment instructions.
Make sure all cables that connect the duplex unit, high capacity feeder, finisher, or mailbox to
the printer are correctly attached. Refer to the
Setup Guidefor more information.
If a jam should occur, check the operator panel message to locate the correct jam access
doors. SeeMessage mapsfor more information.
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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 device.
Once you’ve checked each of these possibilities,
turn the printer off and back on.Thisoftenfixesthe
problem.
If the printer does not respond, check the printer circuit breaker switch. It should be in the On position.
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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 priming the
stapler.If you primed the stapler, a blank sheet of
paper prints.
SeePriming the stapler.
The print cartridge is defective
or empty.Replace the print cartridge.
SeeReplacing the print cartridge.
The transfer roller is defective. Replace the transfer roller.
SeeReplacing the items in the
maintenance kit.
Black pagesThe print cartridge is
defective.Replace the print cartridge.
SeeReplacing the print cartridge.
Your printer requires
servicing.Call for service.
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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 the
trays is not damp.
Print too lightThe print cartridge is low on
toner.Replace the print cartridge.
SeeReplacing the print cartridge.
The print cartridge is defective
or has been installed in more
than one printer.Replace the print cartridge.
SeeReplacing the print cartridge
SymptomCauseSolution
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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
defective.Replace the print cartridge.
SeeReplacing the print cartridge.
Uneven print densityThe print cartridge is
defective.Replace the print cartridge.
SeeReplacing the print cartridge.
Thetransferrolleriswornor
defective.Replace the transfer roller.
SeeReplacing the items in the
maintenance kit.
Print irregularitiesThe paper has absorbed
moistureduetohighhumidity.Load paper from a fresh package in the
paper tray.
For information on storing paper, see
Storing print media.
Youareusingprintmediathat
does not meet the printer
specifications.Use recommended paper and other print
media. Avoid textured paper with rough
finishes.
Refer to the
Card Stock & Label Guide
availableonLexmark’sWebsiteat
www.lexmark.com for detailed
specifications.
Thetransferrolleriswornor
defective.Replace the transfer roller.
SeeReplacing the items in the
maintenance kit.
The fuser is worn or defective. Replace the fuser.
SeeReplacing the items in the
maintenance kit.
SymptomCauseSolution
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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
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