Chapter 3PrintingThis chapter describes how to load plain paper and special media in theprinter. To get the best performance from your printer, use the mediamost appropriate for the task and make sure that you follow theseinstructions to load it correctly.n Paper and other print media• Always handle paper and special print media by the edges, and avoidtouching the print surfaces of the sheets. If the print surface is soiledor scratched, the print quality will deteriorate.• Always store unused paper and special print media in its originalpackage. Never bend the media and store the package flat, in a coollocation that is not exposed to high temperatures, high humidity, ordirect sunlight.• Never use media that is excessively curled, creased, or in any otherway defective. If the media is curled, you may be able to remove thecurl by bending the media in the opposite direction before setting it inthe printer.After printing never allow any moisture to contact the printed surface toavoid spoiling the ink.44 Chapter 3 PrintingTo straighten curledmedia, bend it through anarc of about 5 cm in thedirection opposite the curluntil it is straight.Hold the edges of thestack diagonally andbend gently.Make sure thatenvelopes are notcurled more than 5 mm.
