2-4 Preparation for Usage4 Align the paper flush against the left side of the cassette.5 Insert the appropriate paper size card in the slot to indicate the sizeof the paper inside.6 Gently push the cassette back in.7 Select the media type (plain, recycled, etc.) for the cassette with theoperation panel. (Refer to Specifying the Media Type for theCassettes on page 2-8.)Loading Paper in the MP TrayUp to 200 sheets of plain paper (80 g/m²) may be loaded in the MP tray.The MP tray accepts paper sizes from 11 × 17" to 5 1/2 × 8 1/2", A3 toA6R, 8K, 16K and 16KR. Be sure to use the MP tray when you print onany special paper.The capacity of the MP tray is as follows.• Thick paper (120 g/m²): 130 sheets• Thick paper (160 g/m²): 100 sheets• Thick paper (200 g/m²): 50 sheets• Hagaki: 80 sheets• OHP film: 25 sheets• Envelope DL, Envelope C5, Comm. #10, Monarch, Youkei 4,Youkei 2: 20 sheetsIMPORTANT Before loading the paper, be sure that it is notcurled or folded. Paper that is curled or folded may cause paperjams.Ensure that the loaded paper does not exceed the level indicator(see the figure).When loading the paper, keep the side that was closest thepackage seal facing up.The paper length and width guides must be adjusted to the papersize. Loading the paper without adjusting these guides may causeskewed feeding and paper jams.Be sure that the paper length and width guides rest securelyagainst the paper. If there is a gap, readjust the guides to fit thepaper.Note If the machine is not going to be used for a prolongedperiod, protect paper from humidity by removing it from thecassettes and sealing it in the original package.IMPORTANT When using media types other than plain paper (suchas recycled or colored paper), always specify the media type setting.(Refer to Specifying the Media Type for the MP Tray on page 2-13.)