4 Paper HandlingXerox Phaser 3200MFP 4-3Guidelines for Paper and Special MaterialsWhen selecting or loading paper, envelopes, or other special material, keepthese guidelines in mind:• Always use paper and other materials that conform with the specificationslisted under Paper Specifications on page 11-9.• Attempting to print on damp, curled, wrinkled, or torn paper can causepaper jams and poor print quality.• Use only high quality copier grade paper for the best print quality.• Avoid paper with embossed lettering, perforations, or a texture that is toosmooth or too rough. Paper jams may occur.• Store paper in its wrapper until you are ready to use it. Place cartons onpallets or shelves, not on the floor. Do not place heavy objects on top ofthe paper, whether it is packaged or unpackaged. Keep it away frommoisture, or other conditions that can cause it to wrinkle or curl.• Store unused materials at temperatures between 59 o F to 86 o F (15 o Cand 30 o C). The relative humidity should be between 10 % and 70 %.• During storage, you should use a moisture-proof wrap, such as a plasticcontainer or bag, to prevent dust and moisture from contaminating yourpaper.• Load special paper types one sheet at a time through the manual tray orthe paper tray to avoid paper jams.• Only use materials specifically recommended for use in laser printers.• To prevent special materials, such as transparencies and label sheetsfrom sticking together, remove them as they print out.• For envelopes:– Use only well-constructed envelopes with sharp and well creased folds.– Do not use envelopes with clasps and snaps.– Do not use envelopes with windows, coated lining, self-adhesive seals,or other synthetic materials.– Do not use damaged or poorly made envelopes.– Only use envelopes recommended for laser printers.– Do not feed stamped envelopes.• For transparencies:– Place them on a flat surface after removing them from the machine.– Do not leave a transparency in the tray for long periods of time. Dust anddirt may accumulate, resulting in spotty printing.– To avoid smudging caused by fingerprints, handle them carefully.– To avoid fading, do not expose printed transparencies to prolongedsunlight.– Only use transparencies recommended for use in laser printers.– Ensure that transparencies are not wrinkled, curled, or have any tornedges.
