Oki B401dn User Manual

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Paper recommendations > 31PAPER RECOMMENDATIONSFor guidance on the media you can use with your printer, which input tray and whichejection method to use, see the section entitled “Paper and tray information” in the“Specifications” chapter.P APER AND ENVELOPE TYPESThe manufacturer of this printer recommends the following guidelines when selecting paperand envelopes for use in your printer:> Paper and envelopes should be stored flat and away from moisture, direct sunlightand heat sources.> Use a smooth finished paper such as copier or laser type paper with a Sheffield(smoothness) rating of 250 or less. If in doubt, please ask your paper supplier.> Use paper and envelopes that are designed for use in laser type printers.> The use of heavily laid or textured paper will seriously impact on the life of theimage drum.> Do not use very smooth, shiny/glossy paper.> Do not use heavily embossed headed paper.> Do not use specially treated papers such as carbon paper, non-carbon paper,thermal paper and impact paper.> Avoid using paper with perforations, cut-outs and ragged edges.> Do not use envelopes with windows or metal clasps.> Do not use envelopes with self sealing flaps.> Avoid using damaged or curled envelopes.TRANSPARENCIES AND ADHESIVE LABELSThe manufacturer of this printer recommends the following guidelines when selectingtransparencies and adhesive labels for use in your printer:> Always manually feed single sheets using a Manual Feed Tray or Multi Purpose Tray.> Always use rear output.> Media must be designed for use in laser printers or photocopiers and must be able towithstand 200°C for 0.1 sec.> Do not use media designed for use in colour laser printers and photocopiers.> Labels should cover entire carrier sheet.> Carrier sheet or adhesive must not be exposed to any part of the printer.NOTEThe reference to Manual Feed Tray is for the B401dn, B411d, B411dn modelsand the Multi Purpose Tray is for the B431d, B431dn models.NOTEYou can use Thermal resistant transparencies used for Over Head Projectors.