Chapter 2
Choosing and Loading Paper
The FX printer can accommodate many different sizes and types of
paper, using either its automatic single-sheet loading feature or its
adjustable tractor.
The easy-to-use tractor can handle a wide range of paper widths, and
the automatic single-sheet loading feature handles individual sheets
quickly and easily. For greater efficiency with individual sheets you can
add an optional automatic sheet feeder.
Choosing Paper
Without any accessories, you can use single-sheet paper from 7¼ to
8½ inches wide (up to 14½ inches on the FX-286e) and continuous
paper from 4 to 10 inches wide (up to 16 inches on the FX-286e)
including the perforated edge strips.
Carbon copies
If you use multi-part forms or carbon copies in the FX, use no more
than three sheets or parts at a time, with a total thickness of no more
than 0.25 mm. Also change the paper thickness setting as described at
the end of this chapter.
Using Single-sheet Paper
The automatic sheet loading feature of the FX gives you short
printing times by combining fast loading with fast printing.
If you print large amounts on single sheets of paper, however, you
may find it more convenient to use an automatic sheet feeder. This is
an optional device that holds a stack of paper and inserts a new sheet
whenever required, making single sheets as easy and convenient to use
as continuous paper. The automatic sheet feeder has its own user’s
manual.
Choosing and Loading Paper
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