Saving energy, Using eco-mode – Lexmark 280 User Manual
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Avoid paper jams
Carefully select and load paper to avoid paper jams. For more information, see “Avoiding jams” on page 80.
Print in black and white
To print all text and graphics using only the black toner cartridge, set the printer to Black Only. For more information,
see “Printing in black and white” on page 78.
Use Max Speed or Max Yield settings
The Max Speed and Max Yield settings let you choose between a faster print speed or a higher toner yield. Max Yield
Saving energy
Using Eco-Mode
Use Eco-Mode to quickly select one or more ways to reduce your printer's environmental impact.
Note: See the table for the multiple settings that change when you select an Eco-Mode setting.
Choose
To
Energy
Reduce energy use, especially when the printer is idle.
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Printer engine motors do not start until a job is ready to print. You may notice a short delay before the
first page is printed.
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The printer enters Power Saver mode after one minute of inactivity.
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When the printer enters Power Saver mode, the printer control panel display light is turned off.
Paper
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Enable the automatic duplex feature (on printer models that support duplex).
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Turn off print log features.
Energy/Paper Use all the settings associated with Energy mode and Paper mode.
Off
Use factory default settings for all settings associated with Eco-Mode. This setting supports the
performance specifications for your printer.
To select an Eco-Mode setting:
1
Make sure that the printer is on and Ready appears.
2
From the printer control panel, press .
3
Press the down arrow button until Settings appears, and then press .
4
Press the down arrow button until General Settings appears, and then press .
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Press the down arrow button until Eco-Mode appears, and then press .
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Press the left or right arrow button to scroll through the list of possible settings. Press at the correct setting.
Submitting Selection appears.
Minimizing your printer's environmental impact
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