Unsuitable paper types – GCC Printers 16 User Manual

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GCC Elite Color 16 Series User’s Guide

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Selecting Print Media

Unsuitable Paper types

Avoid using the following paper types as they can cause paper jams or damage to the printer.

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Color transparency sheets (bordered by white frame).

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Ink jet paper

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Paper that is too thick or too thin

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Paper already printed using another printer or copier

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Folded, creased or torn paper

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Damp or wet paper

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Undulated or warped paper

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Sheets adhered by static electricity

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Layered or adhesive paper

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Specially coated paper

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Colored paper with a treated surface

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Paper printed with ink that cannot withstand temperatures of 155˚C.

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Heat-sensitive paper

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Carbon paper

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Paper with staples, paper clips, tape or ribbons attached

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Paper with a rough surface such as textured or fiber form paper

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Using acidic paper can cause the characters to fade over time. Use neutral paper to pre-
vent this problem.

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Envelopes with a rough surface or clips attached

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Envelopes with sticky adhesive

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Label sheets where the backing has peeled away or are pre-cut.

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T-shirt transfer paper (Heat press use)

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Transfer paper (cold water use)

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Luminous paper

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Digital coated glossy paper

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Label film (transparent, colorless)

Do not use

Shiny backed paper

Paper cut into labels

OK to use

Full page labels (uncut)

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