Samsung CLP 300 User Manual

Using Print Materials
3.1
3Using Print Materials
This chapter describes the types of paper you can use with your 
printer and how to properly load paper in the tray for the best 
print quality.
This chapter includes:
• Choosing Paper and Other Materials
• Verifying the Output Location
• Loading Paper
• Printing on Special Print Materials
Choosing Paper and Other Materials
You can print on a variety of print materials, such as plain 
paper, envelopes, labels, card stock, and so on. See “Printing 
on...

Using Print Materials
3.2
Verifying the Output Location
The printer has the output tray that collects paper face-down, 
in correct order.
NOTES:
• If you continuously print many pages, the surface of the 
output tray may become hot. Be careful not to touch the 
surface, and especially keep children away from the surface.
• The output tray can hold up to 100 sheets of paper. Remove 
the pages so that the tray is not overloaded.
Loading Paper
Proper paper loading helps prevent paper jams and ensures...

Using Print Materials
3.3
Printing on Special Print Materials
Printing on Envelopes
• Only use envelopes recommended for your printer. Before loading envelopes in the tray, make sure that they are 
undamaged and are not stuck together. 
• Do not feed stamped envelopes.
• Never use envelopes with clasps, snaps, windows, coated  linings, or self-stick adhesives. 
To print on envelope:
1Squeeze the paper length guide and slide it out to its full 
length.
2Load a sheet of envelope in the tray, with the flap...

Using Print Materials
3.4
Printing on Transparencies
• Place them on a flat surface after removing them from the machine.
• Do not leave them in the tray for long periods of time. Dust  and dirt may accumulate on them resulting in spotty 
printing.
• To avoid smudging caused by fingerprints, handle them and  coated paper carefully.
• To avoid fading, do not expose the printed transparencies to  prolonged sunlight.
CAUTION: It is not recommended to use paperbacked 
transparencies such as Xerox 3R91334,...

Using Print Materials
3.5
Printing on Card Stock or Custom-sized 
Materials
• Postcards, 3in by 5in (index) cards, and other custom-sized materials can be printed with your printer. The minimum size 
is 3in by 5in (76mm by 127mm) and the maximum size is 
8.5in by 14in (216mm by 356mm).
• Always insert the short edge into the tray first. If you want  to print in landscape mode, make this selection using your 
software. Inserting these materials long edge first may 
cause a paper jam.
• Do not print on...

Basic Printing
4.1
4Basic Printing 
This chapter explains common printing tasks.
• Printing a Document
• Canceling a Print Job
Printing a Document
This printer allows you to print from various Windows 
applications, a Macintosh computer, or a Linux system. The 
exact steps for printing a document may vary depending on the 
application you use. 
For details about printing, see the 
Software Section.
Canceling a Print Job
If the print job is waiting in a print queue or print spooler, such 
as the printer...

Maintaining Your Printer
5.1
5Maintaining Your Printer
This chapter provides information for maintaining your printer 
and the toner cartridges. 
This chapter includes:
• Printing a Configuration Page
• Replacing Supplies
• Managing Toner Cartridges
• Replacing Toner Cartridges
• Replacing the Imaging Unit
• Replacing the Waste Toner Container
• Cleaning the Printer
• Managing the Printer from the Website (CLP-300N only)
Printing a Configuration Page
You can print a configuration page from the printer’s...

Maintaining Your Printer
5.2
Managing Toner Cartridges
Toner Cartridge Storage
To get the maximum results from a toner cartridge, keep the 
following guidelines in mind:
• Do not remove toner cartridges from their packages until you are ready to use them. 
• Do not refill toner cartridges. 
The printer warranty does 
not cover damage caused by using a refilled cartridge.
• Store toner cartridges in the same environment as the printer.
• To prevent damage to toner cartridges, do not expose them  to light...

Maintaining Your Printer
5.3
4Grasp the toner cartridge and align it with the 
corresponding slot inside the printer. Insert it back into its 
slot until it clicks into place.
NOTE: If toner gets on your clothing, wipe it off with a dry cloth 
and wash it in cold water. Hot water sets toner into fabric.
5Close the front cover. Make sure that the cover is securely 
closed.
Replacing Toner Cartridges
The printer uses four colors and has a different toner cartridge 
for each one: yellow (Y), magenta (M),...

Maintaining Your Printer
5.4
6Remove the cartridge cap.
NOTE: If toner gets on your clothing, wipe it off with a dry cloth 
and wash it in cold water. Hot water sets toner into fabric.
7Grasp the toner cartridge and align it with the 
corresponding slot inside the printer. Insert it into its slot 
until it clicks into place. 
8Close the front cover. Make sure that the cover is securely 
latched, and then turn the printer on. 
CAUTION: If the front cover is not completely closed, the 
printer will not...