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Before Using the Printer
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Media Types You Cannot Use
Do not use the following types of paper. Using such paper will not only produce unsatisfactory
results, but can also cause the printer to jam or malfunction. Additionally, when printing on A5 or
smaller sized paper, do not use paper thinner than a post card, including plain paper or notepad
paper cut to a small size.
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Folded, curled, or wrinkled paper
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Damp paper
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Paper that is too thin (weighing less than 17 lb / 64 gsm)
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Paper that is too thick (plain paper, except for Canon genuine paper, weighing more than 28
lb / 105 gsm)
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Picture postcards
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Postcards affixed with photos or stickers
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Any type of paper with holes
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Paper that is not rectangular
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Paper bound with staples or glue
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Paper with adhesives
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Paper decorated with glitter, etc.
Important
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Put unused paper back into the package, and store them avoiding heat, humidity, and direct
sunlight.
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Do not touch the printed surface nor stack the printed sheets until the ink is fixed.
Note
For a detailed description of printing media types, refer to “Printing Media” in the
User’s Guide
on-
screen manual.
