Using card stock, Storing paper – Lexmark X500N User Manual
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Use labels designed specifically for laser printers, except vinyl labels. Check with the manufacturer or vendor
to verify that label adhesives, face sheet (printable stock), and topcoats can withstand temperatures up to 180°
C (356°F) and pressure up to 30 psi without delaminating, oozing around the edges, or releasing hazardous
fumes. Do not use vinyl labels.
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Do not use labels with slick backing material.
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Use full label sheets. Partial sheets may cause labels to peel off during printing, resulting in a jam. Partial sheets
also contaminate the printer and the cartridge with adhesive, and could void the printer and cartridge warranties.
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Do not print within 1 mm (0.04 in.) of the edge of the label, of the perforations, or between die-cuts of the label.
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Be sure adhesive backing does not reach to the sheet edge. Zone coating of the adhesive at least 1 mm (0.04 in.)
away from edges is recommended. Adhesive material contaminates the printer and could void the warranty.
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If zone coating of the adhesive is not possible, remove a 3 mm (0.125 in.) strip on the leading and driver edge,
and use a non-oozing adhesive.
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Portrait orientation works best, especially when printing bar codes.
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Do not use labels with exposed adhesive.
Using card stock
Card stock is heavy, single-ply print media. Many of its variable characteristics, such as moisture content, thickness,
and texture, can significantly impact print quality.
Print samples on the card stock being considered for use before buying large quantities.
When printing on card stock:
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From Print Properties, or the control panel, set the Paper type to Light cardstock, Cardstock, or Heavy cardstock.
Note: Use Heavy cardstock for card stock weighing more than 163 g/m
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Be aware that preprinting, perforation, and creasing may significantly affect the print quality and cause jams or
other paper handling problems.
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Check with the manufacturer or vendor to ensure the card stock can withstand temperatures up to 180°C (356°
F) without releasing hazardous emissions.
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Do not use preprinted card stock manufactured with chemicals that may contaminate the printer. Preprinting
introduces semi-liquid and volatile components into the printer.
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Use grain long card stock when possible.
Storing paper
Use these paper storage guidelines to help avoid jams and uneven print quality:
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For best results, store paper where the temperature is 21°C (70°F) and the relative humidity is 40%. Most label
manufacturers recommend printing in a temperature range of 18 to 24°C (65 to 75°F) with relative humidity
between 40 and 60%.
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Store paper in cartons when possible, on a pallet or shelf, rather than on the floor.
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Store individual packages on a flat surface.
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Do not store anything on top of individual paper packages.
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