Lexmark XM7100 Series, User Manual

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Have bent corners.
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Have rough, cockle, or laid finishes.
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Adjust the width guides to fit the width of the envelopes.
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Before loading the envelopes on the tray, flex the stack of envelopes back and forth to loosen them, and
then fan them. Straighten the edges on a level surface.
Note: A combination of high humidity (over 60%) and high printing temperature may wrinkle or seal
envelopes.
Tips on using labels
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From the printer control panel, set the paper size, type, texture, and weight in the Paper menu to match the
labels loaded in the tray.
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Print samples on labels being considered for use before buying large quantities.
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For more information on label printing, characteristics, and design, see the Card Stock & Label Guide at
http://support.lexmark.com .
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Use labels designed specifically for laser printers.
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Do not use labels with slick backing material.
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Use full label sheets. Partial sheets may cause labels to peel off during printing, resulting in a jam. Partial
sheets also contaminate the printer and the cartridge with adhesive, and could void the printer and toner
cartridge warranties.
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Do not use labels with exposed adhesive.
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Before loading labels on the tray, flex and fan labels to loosen them. Straighten the edges on a level surface.
Tips on using letterhead
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Use letterhead designed specifically for laser printers.
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Print samples on the letterhead being considered for use before buying large quantities.
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Before loading letterhead, flex and fan the sheets to prevent them from sticking together.
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Page orientation is important when printing on letterhead.
Source Printing Printable side Paper orientation
Trays One
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sided Facedown Load the sheet with the
top edge toward the
front of the tray.
Trays Two
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sided Faceup Load the sheet with the
bottom edge entering
the printer first.
Multipurpose feeder One
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sided Faceup Load the sheet with the
top edge entering the
printer first.
Multipurpose feeder Two
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sided Facedown Load the sheet with the
bottom edge entering
the printer first.
Note: Check with the manufacturer or vendor to determine whether the preprinted letterhead is acceptable
for laser printers.
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