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Flex paper back and forth. Do not fold or crease the paper. Straighten the edges on a level
surface.
Selecting preprinted forms and letterhead
Use the following guidelines when selecting preprinted forms and letterhead paper for the printer:
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Use grain long papers for best results for 60 to 90 g/m
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weights.
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Use only forms and letterhead printed using an offset lithographic or engraved printing
process.
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Avoid papers with rough or heavily textured surfaces.
Use papers printed with heat-resistant inks designed for use in xerographic copiers. The ink must
withstand temperatures of 230°C (446°F) without melting or releasing hazardous emissions. Use
inks that are not affected by the resin in toner. Inks that are oxidation-set or oil-based should meet
these requirements; latex inks might not. When in doubt, contact the paper supplier.
Preprinted papers such as letterhead must be able to withstand temperatures up to 230°C (446°F)
without melting or releasing hazardous emissions.
