HP Color LaserJet 8550 Multifunction Printer series - Manual (Page 71)

70 3 Common Printing Tasks EN
Transparencies
CAUTION Use only transparencies supported for use in this printer, such as
HP Color LaserJet transparencies (for ordering information, see
“
Accessories, Options, and Related Products ” in chapter 8 ). Using
transparencies that do not meet the specifications for this printer can
cause poor print quality, media jams, and damage to the printer.
Although this printer supports transparencies between 4 and 5 mils
(0.10 to 0.13 mm) thick, HP recommends using 5-mil (0.13-mm) thick
transparencies.
To prevent damage to the printer, transparencies must be able to
withstand the printer's fusing temperature (approximately 374° F, or
190° C).
Handle transparencies by the edges. Oils from your fingers can be
deposited on the transparencies, causing print quality problems.
Heavy Paper Stock
Heavy paper stock is any paper heavier than 28 lb up to 58 lb (105 to
216 g/m
2
) bond. Always print heavy paper stock from tray 1. In the
printer driver, select Heavy Paper as the paper type on the Paper tab
to ensure the correct finish on the media. Also, use the left (face-up)
output bin to prevent media jams. For more information on changing
the printer driver settings, see the online help.
Do not use extremely heavy paper stock (greater than 58 lb, or
216 g/m
2
bond). Misfeeds, mis-stacking, media jams, poor toner
fusing, poor print quality, and excessive mechanical wear can result.