Guidelines for using media The following sections provide guidelines and instructions for printing on transparencies, envelopes, and other special media. Guidelines and specifications are included to help you select media that optimizes print quality and avoid media that can cause jams or damage the device. Paper For best results, use conventional 80-g/m 2 or 20-lb paper. Make sure that the paper is of good quality and free of cuts, nicks, tears, spots, loose particles, dust, wrinkles, voids, and curled or bent edges. If you are unsure about what type of paper you are loading (such as bond or recycled), check the label on the package of paper.
Some paper causes print quality problems, jamming, or damage to the device. Symptom Problem with paper Solution Poor print quality or toner adhesion Too moist, too rough, too smooth, or embossed Try another kind of paper that has a smoothness rating of 100-250 Sheffield and has 4-6% moisture content. Problems with feeding Check the device and make sure that the appropriate media type has been selected. Dropouts, jamming, or curl Stored improperly Store paper flat in its moisture-proof wrapping. Increased gray background shading Might be too heavy Use lighter paper. Excessive curl Too moist, wrong grain direction, or short-grain construction Use long-grain paper.
Problems with feeding Check the device and make sure that the appropriate media type has been selected. Jamming or damage to device Cutouts or perforations Do not use paper with cutouts or perforations. Problems with feeding Ragged edges Use good quality paper. NOTE The device uses heat and pressure to fuse toner to the paper. Make sure that any colored paper or preprinted forms use inks that are compatible with the fuser temperature of 200°C (392° F) for 0.1 second. Do not use letterhead that is printed with low-temperature inks, such as those used in some types of thermography. Do not use raised letterhead.
Do not use transparencies that are designed for inkjet printers or other low-temperature printers. Use only transparencies that are specified for use with HP LaserJet printers. CAUTION Failure to follow these guidelines could cause jams or damage to the device. 8 Chapter 1 Device information ENWW