Storing print media, Identifying print media sources and specifications – Dell 1815dn Multifunction Mono Laser Printer User Manual

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Card stock is single ply, and has a large array of properties, such as the moisture content, thickness, and texture, that can significantly affect print quality. See

"Identifying Print Media Sources and Specifications"

for information on the preferred weight for the grain direction of print media.

 

Try a sample of any card stock you are considering using with the printer before purchasing a large quantity:

 

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Be aware that preprinting, perforation, and creasing can significantly affect the print quality and cause print media handling or jamming problems.

 

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Avoid using card stock that may release hazardous emissions when heated.

 

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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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We recommend the use of grain long card stock.

 

Storing Print Media

 

Use the following guidelines for proper print media storage. These help avoid print media feeding problems and uneven print quality:

 

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For best results, store print media in an environment where the temperature is approximately 21° C (70°

F) and the relative humidity is 40%.


 

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Store cartons of print media on a pallet or shelf, rather than directly on the floor.

 

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If you store individual packages of print media out of the original carton, make sure they rest on a flat surface so the edges do not buckle or curl.

 

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Do not place anything on top of the print media packages.

 

Identifying Print Media Sources and Specifications

 

The following tables provide information on standard and optional sources, including the print media sizes you can select from the paper size menu and
supported weights.

 

Print Media Sizes and Support

NOTE:

If you use a print media size not listed, select the next larger size.

Legend

Y- indicates Support

Print Media Size

Dimensions

Paper Tray

(tray 1 and optional tray 2)

Bypass Tray

Duplex Printing

A4

8.27 x 11.7 in.
(210 x 297 mm)

Y

Y

Y

A5

5.83 x 8.27 in.
(148 x 210 mm)

Y

Y

-

A6

4.13 x 5.85 in.
(105 x 148.5 mm)

Y

Y

-

JIS B5

7.17 x 10.1 in.
(182 x 257 mm)

Y

Y

-

ISO B5

6.93 x 9.84 in.
(176 x 250 mm)

Y

Y

-

Letter

8.5 x 11 in.
(215.9 x 279.4 mm)

Y

Y

Y

Legal

8.5 x 14 in.
(215.9 x 355.6 mm)

Y

Y

Y

Executive

7.25 x 10.5 in.
(184.2 x 266.7 mm)

Y

Y

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