Lexmark 4600 Lexmark X4600 Quick Reference - Page 1

Quick Reference Lexmark™ X4600 Avoiding jams in the ADF To avoid jams in the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF), make sure that the leading edge of the original document has no damage. Use the scanner glass instead of the ADF to scan damaged paper or the following paper types. These paper types cannot be properly fed by the ADF: • Paper with clip or staple attached • Paper with ink not totally dry • Paper with inconsistent thickness, such as envelopes • Paper with wrinkles, curls, folds, or tears • Tracing paper, coated paper, or carbonless paper • Paper that is too large or too small • Items other than papers, such as cloth, metal, or OHP film • Notched paper • Paper with an odd (non-rectangular) shape • Photographic paper • Paper with perforations on its side • Very thin paper Avoiding misfeeds in the ADF • Make sure the original document has been inserted all the way into the ADF. • Clean or replace the pick pad and pick rollers regularly. For more information, see "Cleaning or replacing the pick roller" on page 2 or "Cleaning or replacing the pick pad" on page 2. Loading original documents in the ADF 1 Load an original document faceup in the ADF. 2 Adjust the paper guides on the ADF to rest lightly against the edges of the paper. Note: Adjusting the paper guides incorrectly may cause the paper to jam or skew. Loading original documents on the scanner glass 1 Open the scanner cover. 2 Place the document facedown on the scanner glass in the upper left corner. 3 Close the scanner cover to avoid dark edges on the scanned image. Cleaning the scanner glass Clean the scanner glass at least once a month or more frequently, if needed. Clean the scanner glass when vertical streaks appear on your printed pages. 1 Open the scanner cover. 2 Dampen a clean, lint-free cloth or paper towel with an ammonia-free, de-ionized glass cleaner. Warning: Do not spray the cleaner directly on the glass or use alcohol. 3 Wipe the scanner glass, ADF scanner glass, and backing material Backing material Scanner glass ADF scanner glass 4 Close the scanner cover. Cleaning the printer control panel 1 Dampen a clean, lint-free cloth or paper towel with an ammonia-free, de-ionized glass cleaner. Note: Do not spray the cleaner directly on the printer control panel. 2 Wipe the printer control panel by moving the cloth or paper towel from side to side.