Unacceptable paper, Selecting paper, Selecting preprinted forms and letterhead – Konftel G510-7276-00 User Manual

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Unacceptable paper

The following paper types are not recommended for use with the printer:

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Chemically treated papers used to make copies without carbon paper, also known as carbonless papers,
carbonless copy paper (CCP), or no carbon required (NCR) paper

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Preprinted papers with chemicals that may contaminate the printer

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Preprinted papers that can be affected by the temperature in the printer fuser

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Preprinted papers that require a registration (the precise print location on the page) greater than ±2.3 mm
(±0.9 in.), such as optical character recognition (OCR) forms

In some cases, registration can be adjusted with a software application to successfully print on these forms.

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Coated papers (erasable bond), synthetic papers, thermal papers

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Rough-edged, rough or heavily textured surface papers, or curled papers

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Recycled papers that fail EN12281:2002 (European)

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Paper weighing less than 60 g/m

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(16 lb)

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Multiple-part forms or documents

Selecting paper

Using appropriate paper prevents jams and helps ensure trouble-free printing.

To help avoid jams and poor print quality:

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Always use new, undamaged paper.

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Before loading paper, know the recommended print side of the paper. This information is usually indicated on
the paper package.

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Do not use paper that has been cut or trimmed by hand.

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Do not mix paper sizes, types, or weights in the same source; mixing results in jams.

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Do not use coated papers unless they are specifically designed for electrophotographic printing.

Selecting preprinted forms and letterhead

Use these guidelines when selecting preprinted forms and letterhead:

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Use grain long for 60 to 176 g/m

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weight paper.

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Use only forms and letterhead printed using an offset lithographic or engraved printing process.

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Avoid papers with rough or heavily textured surfaces.

Use papers printed with heat-resistant inks designed for use in xerographic copiers. The ink must be able to withstand
temperatures up to 200°C (392°F) without melting or releasing hazardous emissions. Use inks that are not affected
by the resin in toner. Inks that are oxidation-set or oil-based generally meet these requirements; latex inks might not.
When in doubt, contact the paper supplier.

Preprinted papers such as letterhead must be able to withstand temperatures up to 200°C (392°F) without melting
or releasing hazardous emissions.

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