HP LaserJet 3055 - Manual (Page 356)

Print-media guidelines
● For best results, make sure that the paper is of good quality, and free of cuts, nicks, tears,
spots, loose particles, dust, wrinkles, voids, staples, and curled or bent edges.
● For best-quality printing, use a smooth type of paper. Generally, smoother media produces
better results. For more information, see
Media specifications .
● If you are unsure what type of paper you are loading (such as bond or recycled), check the label
on the package of paper.
● Do not use media that is designed for Inkjet printers only. Use media that is designed for
LaserJet printers.
● Do not use letterhead paper that is printed with low-temperature inks, such as those used in
some types of thermography.
● Do not use raised or embossed letterhead.
● The all-in-one 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 this fusing temperature (200°C or
392°F for 0.1 second).
CAUTION Failure to follow these guidelines could cause jams or damage to the all-in-one.
Solving print-media problems
The following problems with media cause print-quality deviations, jamming, or even damage to the
all-in-one.
Problem Cause Solution
Poor print quality or toner adhesion The paper is too moist, too rough, too
heavy or too smooth, or it is embossed
or from a faulty paper lot. Try another kind of paper, between 100
and 250 Sheffield, with 4 to 6%
moisture content.
Dropouts, jamming, or curl The paper has been stored incorrectly. Store paper flat in its moisture-proof
wrapping.
The paper has variability from one side
to the other. Turn the paper over.
Excessive curl The paper is too moist, has the wrong
grain direction, or is of short-grain
construction Open the rear output bin, or use long-
grain paper.
The paper varies from side-to-side. Turn the paper over.
Jamming, damage to all-in-one The paper has cutouts or perforations. Use paper that is free of cutouts or
perforations.
Problems with feeding The paper has ragged edges. Use high-quality paper that is made for
laser printers.
The paper varies from side-to-side. Turn the paper over.
The paper is too moist, too rough, too
heavy or too smooth, has the wrong
grain direction, or is of short-grain Try another kind of paper, between 100
and 250 Sheffield, 4 to 6% moisture
content.
Open the rear output bin, or use long-
grain paper.
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