HP Color LaserJet 8550 Multifunction Printer series - Manual (Page 56)

56 Chapter 3 Common copying tasks
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Selecting media
Many types of media and other print media can be used with the copy
module, within certain specifications. Using media that does not meet
the specifications outlined in this chapter can increase the incidence
of media jams, contribute to repair and maintenance costs, and cause
premature wear, copy quality problems, and problems requiring
service. This service might not be covered by the HP warranty or
service agreements.
Before purchasing media or specialized forms, test a small quantity in
the system. Make sure your media supplier obtains and understands
the media and print media specifications in the HP LaserJet Printer
Family Paper Specification Guide.
Note It is possible that media could meet all of the specifications in this
chapter and still not copy satisfactorily. This might be caused by
abnormal characteristics of the operating environment or other
variables over which HP has no control, such as extremes in
temperature and humidity.
! Use only media that meet the specifications outlined in this
chapter.
! Do not attempt to use unsupported sizes or weights of media or
other unsupported media. For more information on supported
media, see the “Media specifications” table on page 57.
! Always handle transparencies and glossy media by their edges to
avoid fingerprints in the image area.
! Do not use media that has already passed through a printer or
through a copy machine, even if there is no printing on the page.
! Recycled media can be used with this copy module. Recycled
media must meet the specifications shown in this chapter.