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    Card Stock & Label Guide Laser Printers January 2011 www.lexmark.com
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    technical inaccuracies or typographical errors. Changes are periodically made services, except those expressly designated by the manufacturer, are the user's responsibility. For Lexmark technical support, visit http://support.lexmark.com. For information on supplies and downloads, visit www.lexmark
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    11 Maintenance procedures...13 Troubleshooting...13 Card stock 15 Weight...15 Grain orientation...16 Coatings...17 Offset powders...18 Labels...19 Label characteristics...19 Printing on labels...19 Duplexing paper labels...19 Label components...21 Label design guidelines...23 Printer specifications
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    E321, E323...67 Lexmark T420...68 Lexmark T430...70 Lexmark T520, T522...72 Lexmark T620, T622...74 Lexmark T630, T632, T634...77 Lexmark T640, T642, T644...81 Lexmark T650, T652, T654, and T656dne 83 Lexmark W812...86 Lexmark W820...87 Lexmark W840...88 Lexmark W850...90 Lexmark X203n and X204n
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    , X656de, and X658de 109 Lexmark X734, X736, and X738...113 Lexmark X782...115 Lexmark X790...117 Lexmark X850, X852e, and X854e...119 Lexmark X860e, X862e, and X864e...121 Lexmark X925...124 Lexmark X940 and X945...126 Optra plus, 4039, 4029, 4019, WinWriter 600 printers 127 Optra C...130 Optra
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    6
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    technical assistance contact numbers, see the printer registration card, information on the printer CD, or visit the Lexmark Web site at http://support.lexmark.com. Note: Always test print materials thoroughly before buying large quantities. Doing so will help you avoid unexpected problems when you
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    problem you have with an existing application. In addition, Lexmark has worked with several suppliers and has business partners in this field. For technical assistance contact numbers, see the printer registration card, information on the printer CD, or visit the Lexmark Web site at support.lexmark
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    -lb bond. Thicker paper means less paper can be placed in a tray, and paper that is heavier and more dense may cause paper jams or feed reliability problems in some printers. Check the supported paper weights table located in the printer documentation to verify that the paper basis weight being used
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    with relative humidity of 40-60%. Lexmark printers are designed to operate in a temperature range of 15.5-32°C (60 to 90°F) with relative humidity of 8 to 80%. Printing in an environment outside these recommendations may cause jams, feeding problems, reduced print quality, and predispensing (peeling
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    its duty cycle • failure to have installed a maintenance kit as specified (if applicable) • use of printing media outside of Lexmark specifications • use of non-Lexmark supplies (such as toner cartridges and/or inkjet cartridges) • use of non-Lexmark product or component Pick roller technology Some
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    , make sure perforations fall outside the 0.3-0.79-inch area on the leading edge of the media: Optra S, Optra T, T520, T522, T620, T622, T630, T632, T634, T640, T642, T644, T650, T652, T654, T656dne, X203, X204, X264, X363, X364, X463, X464, X466, X543,
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    this cleaning process every time you replace the black cartridge, more often with some media. Failure to follow maintenance procedures for your printer could cause jamming, poor print quality, feeding problems, and fuser problems. Troubleshooting The following table provides solutions for some
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    Solutions to printing problems Problem Solution Print on heavy stock is blurred or out of focus. Toner rubs off the page. Make sure the Paper Type setting is appropriate for your print material. (Card stock in excess of 203 g/m2 [54-lb bond] may not produce acceptable print results.) Print
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    to pull the toner onto the paper properly, resulting in poor print quality. To determine if your printer is able to print on cover stock, locate your printer in the "Printer specifications" chapter and review the supported paper type information. You can also view the supported paper types in the
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    card stock you currently use. See the individual printer specifications in this document for more information about the card stock weights your printer supports. Grain orientation Grain refers to the alignment of the paper fibers in a sheet of paper. Grain is either grain short, running the width
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    specifications in "Printer specifications" on page 30 for more information about the recommended grain direction for card stock you use with your printer. Coatings Surface texture and coatings on card stock significantly affect toner adhesion (fuse grade), print quality, and feed reliability. We
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    powders or other foreign materials to speed drying. Offset powders are used by print shops to prevent printed pages from sticking together. Powder is usually sprayed on the printed page right before it reaches the stacker on the offset printing press. This powder provides an intermediate layer
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    the number of labels you print, printing labels may require special printer maintenance. For specific maintenance information, see the documentation that came with your printer. For more information about printing labels, locate your printer in the "Printer specifications" chapter. Duplexing paper
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    , the converter should ensure the label design protects against contamination or buildup. Contamination adversely affects paper feeding and causes paper jams in the printer. We recommend labels used for duplexing have a non-adhesive border around the label area. In addition, make sure the release
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    . Printer Fuser wiper part number S1855, T612, T614, T520, and T522 99A1082 T620 and T622 18A1467 T630, T632 and T634 56P2109 T64x, X644e, and X646e 40X2666 T65x and X65x 40X2666 The wiper makes it possible to print on both sides of paper labels specifically designed for duplexing. In
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    liners reduce toner contamination inside the printer and improve feed performance. Slick, non-porous liners are harder to feed and increase toner buildup in the fuser and on the backup roll. Rough backings, on the other hand, can increase paper path friction, which can cause skew and paper jams. The
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    printing problem is printer and cartridge contamination. The adhesives are semi-liquid and may contain volatile components. If the sheet jams in the fuser, the adhesive can melt, thereby contaminating parts of the printer or releasing fumes. To avoid exposing adhesive to the paper path guides, drive
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    adhesive, as well as a variety of liner materials and facestock papers. Adhesive can ooze from all label stocks. Make sure die- driver edge Using cut sheet labels with adhesive applied to the edge of the sheet will contaminate your printer and your cartridge and could void your printer and cartridge
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    Leading Edge 8.5 in. 215.9 mm Waste strip 0.25 in (6.35 mm) Non-print area 0.33 in. 8.38 mm 0.5 in. Top perforation 12.7 mm Waste strip Driver edge 11 in. 279.4 mm 0.06 in. 1.6 mm Perforation end Liner edge 0.33 in. 8.38 mm Non-print area 0.25 in. 6.35 mm Non-print
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    The following diagram shows a recommended label design for the T640 and T650 laser printers. Labels 26
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    drawn to scale) Cut sheet paper labels • Generally, cut sheet paper labels work well with your printer. • Coating or sizing to make the paper liquid-resistant decreases toner adhesion and increases the risk of toner contaminating the fuser. At a minimum, paper labels should be equivalent in weight
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    may lead to labels peeling off the form inside the printer, which will require printer servicing. For more information on recommended label designs, see "Label design guidelines" on page 23. • For Optra S, Optra T, and Lexmark T printers, a leading and trailing edge stripped area is recommended to
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    are non-absorbing, which leads to toner build-up in the fuser that requires special maintenance. See the documentation that came with your printer for specific information about maintaining your printer. Vinyls may require a topcoat to ensure good toner adhesion. • Polyester labels are less heat
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    Using media higher than 300 Sheffield could result in printing degradation. Weight: 163-g/m2 (90-lb) Index Bristol 163-g/m2(100-lb) Tag Up to 210-g/m2 (78-lb) Cover For more information on the supported media sizes, see the printer User's Guide on the publications CD. Printer specifications 30
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    and label support Paper source Tray 1 (standard tray) Tray 2 (optional tray) Multipurpose feeder Index Bristol 163 g/m2 163 g/m2 163 g/m2 Card stock Tag 163 g/m2 163 g/m2 163 g/m2 Cover 176 g/m2 176 g/m2 176 g/m2 Labels Paper Vinyl - - - - 131 g/m2 - Media specifications Labels Card
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    support vinyl or polyester labels. The Lexmark C520, C522, and C524 support stocks up to 176 g/m2. Card stock is supported from Tray 1, Tray 2, the manual feed slot, and the multipurpose feeder. Labels are supported only from the multipurpose feeder and the manual feed slot. Printer specifications
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    : Up to 163 g/m2 Index Bristol (90 lb) Up to 163 g/m2 Tag (100 lb) Weight: Up to 176 g/m2 For more information on the supported media sizes, see the printer User's Guide on the publications CD. Printer specifications 33
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    to Card Stock. For more information, see "Pick roller technology" on page 11. Lexmark C530, C532, and C534 Limit label printing to occasional use of paper office labels designed for laser printers. The Lexmark C530, C532, and C534 do not support vinyl or polyester labels. Printer specifications 34
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    : Up to 163 g/m2 Index Bristol (90 lb) Up to 163 g/m2 Tag (100 lb) Weight: Up to 176 g/m2 For more information on the supported media sizes, see the printer User's Guide on the publications CD. Printer specifications 35
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    page 11. Lexmark C540, C543, C544, and C546dtn Notes: • Your printer may not have a 650-sheet duo drawer with an integrated multipurpose feeder. • The 250-sheet tray (Tray 1) and the 650-sheet duo drawer support the same paper sizes and types. • Not all models are pictured. Printer specifications
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    Sheffield, such as coated paper, polyester, vinyl or other synthetic facestock paper. Using media higher than 200 Sheffield could result in print quality degradation. For more information on the supported media sizes, see the printer User's Guide on the publications CD. Printer specifications 37
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    does not support vinyl or polyester labels. The Lexmark C720 supports stocks up to 43 lb (163 g/m2). Feed labels from the standard tray only, which holds up to 80 sheets of labels or up to 120 sheets of card stock. The following table lists the maximum weights supported. Printer specifications 38
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    support Paper source Tray 1 (standard tray) Index Bristol 163 g/m2 Card stock Tag 163 g/m2 Cover - For paper and transparency specifications, see the printer User's Guide. Labels Paper Vinyl 163 g/m2 - Media specifications set the Paper Type to Labels. • Do not print a large number of
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    of label support Paper source Standard 550-sheet tray (Tray 1) Optional 550-sheet tray Optional 550-sheet specialty media drawer Multipurpose tray Dual Web/Paper 180 g/m2 180 g/m2 Labels Polyester 220 g/m2 220 g/m2 Vinyl 300 g/m2 300 g/m2 180 g/m2 220 g/m2 300 g/m2 Printer specifications 40
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    manufactured with chemicals that may contaminate the printer. • Be aware that preprinting, perforation, and creasing may significantly affect the print quality and cause jams or other paper-handling problems. For more information, see "Pick roller technology" on page 11. Printer specifications 41
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    220 g/m2 (59 lb bond) 1 Paper less than 75 g/m2 is supported only when the relative humidity is less than 60% and is not supported in duplex. 2 See "Grain orientation" on page 16 for specific recommendations. 3 Vinyl labels are supported only when printing environment and media are 20-32°C (68-90
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    g/m2 (20-36 lb bond) 1 Paper less than 75 g/m2 is supported only when the relative humidity is less than 60% and is not supported in duplex. 2 See "Grain orientation" on page 16 for specific recommendations. 3 Vinyl labels are supported only when printing environment and media are 20-32°C (68-90
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    orientation" on page 16 • "Maintenance procedures" on page 13 • "Troubleshooting" on page 13 Lexmark C752 The Lexmark C752 prints on many labels designed for use with laser printers. The Lexmark C752 trays, which hold approximately 500 sheets of 75 g/m2 paper, reliably feed all supported media. The
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    g/m2 (20-36 lb bond) 1 Paper less than 75 g/m2 is supported only when the relative humidity is less than 60% and is not supported in duplex. 2 See "Grain orientation" on page 16 for specific recommendations. 3 Vinyl labels are supported only when printing environment and media are 20-32°C (68-90
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    Menu. • Do not use card stock that is creased. It may cause paper jams. For more information, see the following: • "Pick roller technology" on page 11 • "Grain orientation" on page 16 • "Maintenance procedures" on page 13 • "Troubleshooting" on page 13 Lexmark C760 and C762 Printer specifications
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    g/m2 (20-36 lb bond) 1 Paper less than 75 g/m2 is supported only when the relative humidity is less than 60% and is not supported in duplex. 2 See "Grain orientation" on page 16 for specific recommendations. 3 Vinyl labels are supported only when printing environment and media are 20-32°C (68-90
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    to Card Stock in the Paper Menu. • Do not use creased card stock. It may cause paper jams. For more information, see the following: • "Pick roller technology" on page 11 • "Grain orientation" on page 16 • "Maintenance procedures" on page 13 • "Troubleshooting" on page 13 Printer specifications 48
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    m2 1 Vinyl labels are supported only when the printing environment and media are 20-32.2°C (68-90°F). 2 The skew performance of heavy vinyl labels may be enhanced by feeding from an optional 500-sheet drawer if placement of the image is critical. For paper and transparency specifications, see the
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    " on page 11 • "Maintenance procedures" on page 13 • "Troubleshooting" on page 13 Lexmark C790 Lexmark C790 prints on many labels designed for use with laser printers. The following tables list the maximum weights supported by the trays and the multipurpose feeder. Printer specifications 50
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    sheets. Partial sheets may cause labels to peel off during printing, resulting in a paper jam. Adhesive material may contaminate your printer. It could also void your printer and cartridge warranties. Print on sheets with more number of labels to improve registration. Printer specifications 51
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    Type to Card Stock in the Paper Menu. • Do not use creased card stock. It may cause paper jams. For more information, see the following: • "Pick roller technology" on page 11 • "Maintenance procedures" on page 13 • "Troubleshooting" on page 13 Lexmark C910 Limit label printing to occasional use
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    occasional use of paper office labels designed for laser printers. We do not recommend using vinyl or polyester labels. The Lexmark C912 supports stocks up to 216 g/m2. The following table lists the maximum weights supported by the standard tray and the multipurpose feeder. Printer specifications 53
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    or from MarkVision Professional, set the Paper Type to Card Stock in the Paper Menu. Set the CardStock Weight (under the Paper Weight menu) to Heavy. • Download the vinyl file, vinyl8ppm.npa, from our FTP site and send it to the printer (copy the file to the printer port). Printer specifications 54
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    tray and the multipurpose feeder. Overview of card stock and label support Paper source Standard tray Multipurpose feeder Card stock Index Bristol - 216 g/m2 Paper 180 g/m2 180 g/m2 Labels Vinyl - 300 g/m2 Media specifications Labels Card stock Width: 210-216 mm (8.3-8.5 in.) Length: 279
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    Unacceptable labels • Set the Paper Type to Labels in the Paper Menu. • Do not print a large number of labels continuously. • Do optional 550-sheet trays do not support labels. The following table lists the maximum weights supported by the trays and the multipurpose feeder. Printer specifications
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    135 g/m2 157 g/m2 135 g/m2 256 g/m2 Overview of label support Paper source Standard 150-sheet tray Multipurpose feeder Paper 131 g/m2 131 g/m2 Labels Vinyl Not applicable Occasional use up to 256 g/m2 Media specifications Labels Card stock Width: 210-216 mm (8.3-8.5 in.) Length: 279-356
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    stock. It may cause paper jams. • We recommend the use of grain long card stock. Lexmark C935 Limit label printing to occasional use of A4- or letter-size paper office labels designed for laser printers. We do not recommend using vinyl or polyester labels. Lexmark C935 supports card stock up to
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    recommend using vinyl or polyester labels. The Lexmark E120 supports stocks up to 163 g/m2 (43 lb). The automatic paper feeder can hold up to 10 sheets of card stock or labels. The following table lists the maximum weights supported by Tray 1 and the manual sheet feeder. Printer specifications 59
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    support Paper source Tray 1 Manual feed Card stock Index Bristol 135-163 g/m2 (up to 90 lb) 135-163 g/m2 (up to 90 lb) Labels Paper 60-163 g/m2 (16-43 lb) 60-163 g/m2 (16-43 lb) For paper and transparency specifications, see the Lexmark E220 Publications CD. Vinyl - - Media specifications
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    stock and label support Paper source Tray 1 Manual feed Index Bristol 163 g/m2 163 g/m2 Card stock Tag 163 g/m2 163 g/m2 Cover - - For paper and transparency specifications, see the Lexmark E220 Publications CD. Labels Paper 163 g/m2 163 g/m2 Vinyl - - Media specifications Labels Width
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    and label support Paper source Tray 1 Manual feed Index Bristol - 163 g/m2 Card stock Tag - 163 g/m2 Cover - - Labels Paper 90 g/m2 90 g/m2 Vinyl - - For paper and transparency specifications, see the Lexmark E230/E232/E234(n)/E330/E332n Publications CDs. Media specifications Labels Width
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    - Cover - Tray 2 - - - Manual Feed 163 g/m2 163 g/m2 - Note: The E238 printer does not support a second drawer option. For paper and transparency specifications, refer to the printer publications CD. Labels Paper 90 g/m2 90 g/m2 163 g/m2 Vinyl - - - Media specifications Labels Width
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    stock and label support Paper source Tray 1 Index Bristol - Card Stock Tag - Cover - Tray 2 - - - Manual Feed 163 g/m2 163 g/m2 - Card stock should be grain short and set to exit the rear door. For paper and transparency specifications, refer to the printer publications CD. Labels
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    and label support Paper source Tray 1 Index Bristol - Card Stock Tag - Tray 2 - - Manual Feed 163 g/m2 Card stock should be grain short and set to exit the rear door. 163 g/m2 For paper and transparency specifications, see the printer publications CD. Cover - - - Labels Paper 90 g/m2
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    and label support Paper source Tray 1 Manual feed Index Bristol 163 g/m2 163 g/m2 Card stock Tag 163 g/m2 163 g/m2 Cover - - For paper and transparency specifications, see the Lexmark E320/E322 Publications CD. Labels Paper 163 g/m2 163 g/m2 Vinyl - - Media specifications Labels Width
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    and label support Paper Source Tray 1 Manual Feed Index Bristol 163 g/m2 163 g/m2 Card Stock Tag 163 g/m2 163 g/m2 Cover - - For paper and transparency specifications, see the Lexmark E321/E323 Publications CD. Labels Paper 163 g/m2 163 g/m2 Vinyl - - Media specifications Labels Width
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    in the standard tray or over 30 label sheets in the multipurpose feeder. Warning-Potential Damage: Feeding labels from print media sources that are not supported may damage your printer. For paper and transparency specifications, see the Lexmark T420 Publications CD. Printer specifications 68
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    driver, the Local Printer Setup Utility, or MarkVision. • Do not use preprinted card stock manufactured with chemicals that may contaminate the printer. Preprinting introduces semi-liquid and volatile components into the printer. • Do not use card stock that is creased. It may cause paper jams
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    For more information, see "Maintenance procedures" on page 13. Lexmark T430 The Lexmark T430 prints on paper office labels designed for laser printers. Limit label printing to occasional use. We do not recommend using vinyl or polyester labels. The Lexmark T430 supports stocks from 60-163 g/m2 (16-
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    Setup Utility, or MarkVision. • Do not use preprinted card stock manufactured with chemicals that may contaminate the printer. Preprinting introduces semi-liquid and volatile components into the printer. • Do not use card stock that is creased. It may cause paper jams. Printer specifications
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    top edge going in first. For more information, see "Maintenance procedures" on page 13. Lexmark T520, T522 The Lexmark T520 and T522 print on many labels designed for use with laser printers. The following table lists the maximum weights supported by the trays and the multipurpose feeder. Print
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    support forms with a minimum length of 7 inches on both the T520 and T522. Special media options Source 250-Sheet Special Media Tray 250-Sheet Special Media Drawer 250-Sheet Universally Adjustable Tray 250-Sheet Universally Adjustable Drawer Part number 11K1572 11K1573 11K1574 11K1878 Printer
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    Menu. • Do not use card stock that is creased. It may cause paper jams. For more information, see the following: • "Pick roller technology" on page 11 • "Grain orientation" on page 16 • "Maintenance procedures" on page 13 • "Troubleshooting" on page 13 Lexmark T620, T622 Printer specifications
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    -135 g/m2 (20-36 lb bond) 1 See "Grain orientation" on page 16 for specific recommendations. 2 The Lexmark T622 does not support vinyl labels. 3 Pressure-sensitive area must enter the printer first for grain short paper. 4 Due to label design characteristics, unacceptable feeding may be experienced
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    according to the guidelines specified under "Dimensions" on page 9. For those difficult-to-print sizes, such as 3 x 7-inch forms, Lexmark offers a variety of special media trays and drawers. Note: Optional 250-sheet Universally Adjustable Trays support forms with a minimum length of 7 inches on both
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    procedures" on page 13 • "Troubleshooting" on page 13 Lexmark T630, T632, T634 The Lexmark T630, T632, and T634 print on many labels designed for use with laser printers. The following table lists the maximum weights supported by the trays and the multipurpose feeder. Printer specifications 77
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    .) 215.9 x 355.6 mm (8.5 x 14 in.) 69.85 x 127 mm (2.75 x 5 in.) 229 x 355.6 mm (9.01 x 14 in.) * If you load paper that is narrower than 148 mm (5.83 in.) in the multipurpose feeder (for example, 3 x 5-inch index cards), set the MP Feeder Size menu item to Universal. Printer specifications 78
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    Tray 400-Sheet Universally Adjustable Tray + Drawer Part number 11K1572 11K1573 11K1574 11K1878 11K1921 11K1922 11K1941 11K1942 Card stock and label guidelines Labels are one of the most difficult print materials for laser printers. A special fuser cleaner should be used for label applications to
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    Stock in the Paper Menu. • Do not use card stock that is creased. It may cause paper jams. For more information, see the following: • "Pick roller technology" on page 11 • "Grain orientation" on page 16 • "Maintenance procedures" on page 13 • "Troubleshooting" on page 13 Printer specifications 80
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    printers. The following table lists the maximum weights supported by the trays and the multipurpose feeder. Overview of card stock and label support Card stock Labels Grain Index Dual-web Paper source direction Bristol Tag Cover Paper paper 176 g/m2 Optional 500-sheet Media specifications
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    Sheet Universally Adjustable Tray + Drawer Part number 20G1237 20G1230 20G1236 20G1229 20G1224 20G1223 20G1240 20G1239 20G1227 20G1226 20G1217 20G1218 Card stock and label guidelines Labels are one of the most difficult print materials for laser printers. A special fuser cleaner should be used for
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    Stock in the Paper Menu. • Do not use card stock that is creased. It may cause paper jams. For more information, see the following: • "Pick roller technology" on page 11 • "Grain orientation" on page 16 • "Maintenance procedures" on page 13 • "Troubleshooting" on page 13 Lexmark T650, T652, T654
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    Universally Adjustable Tray + Drawer 200-Sheet Mild Special Media Tray 200-Sheet Mild Special Media Tray + Drawer 200-Sheet Universally Adjustable Tray 200-Sheet Universally Adjustable Tray + Drawer Part number 30G0932 30G0933 30G0836 30G0890 30G0891 30G0872 30G0871 Printer specifications 84
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    . When printing on card stock: • Set the Paper Type to Card Stock in the Paper Menu. • Do not use card stock that is creased. It may cause paper jams. For more information, see the following: • "Pick roller technology" on page 11 • "Grain orientation" on page 16 Printer specifications 85
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    • "Maintenance procedures" on page 13 • "Troubleshooting" on page 13 Lexmark W812 The Lexmark W812 prints on many labels designed for use with laser printers. The following table lists the maximum weights supported by the trays and the multipurpose feeder. Overview of card stock and label support
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    support Paper source Tray 1 Media types Paper, Bond, Card stock, Labels, Transparencies Trays 2, 3 Trays 4, 5 Paper, Bond, Card stock, Labels Paper, Bond Multipurpose Feeder Paper, Bond, Card stock, Labels, Transparencies, Envelopes For paper and transparency specifications, see the printer
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    . It may cause paper jams. • We recommend the use of grain long card stock. Lexmark W840 Limit label printing to occasional use of A4- or letter-size paper office labels designed for laser printers. We do not recommend using vinyl or polyester labels. The Lexmark W840 supports stocks up to 216
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    Stock from the printer driver. • Do not use preprinted card stock manufactured with chemicals that may contaminate the printer. Preprinting introduces semi-liquid and volatile components into the printer. • Do not use card stock that is creased. It may cause paper jams. Printer specifications 89
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    the manual bypass feeder with the recommended print side faceup and the top edge going in first. Lexmark W850 Limit label printing to occasional use of A4- or letter-size paper office labels designed for laser printers. We do not recommend using vinyl or polyester labels. The Lexmark W850 supports
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    the leading and driver edge, and printer. • Do not use card stock that is creased. It may cause paper jams. • We recommend the use of grain short card stock. • Load card stock into the manual bypass feeder with the recommended print side faceup and the top edge going in first. Printer specifications
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    of card stock and label support Card stock Paper source Index Bristol Tag Paper tray 163 g/m2 163 g/m2 Manual feeder 163 g/m2 163 g/m2 Note: The manual feeder can feed only one sheet at a time. Cover - - Labels Paper 163 g/m2 163 g/m2 Media specifications Labels Card stock Width
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    when printing on card stock and labels. For more information, see "Maintenance procedures" on page 13. Lexmark X215 The Lexmark X215 prints on paper office labels designed for use with laser printers. Labels can be fed only from the manual bypass feeder. Card stock and labels must be fed one sheet
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    support Card stock Paper source Index Bristol Manual bypass feeder* Up to 163 g/m2 (90 lb) * Card stock can be fed only from the manual bypass feeder. Tag Up to 163 g/m2 (100 lb) For paper and transparency specifications, see the Lexmark X215 User's Guide. Cover - Media specifications
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    vinyl, pharmacy, or polyester labels. It is recommended to print no more than 20 pages of paper labels a month. The printer and duplex path support paper and label stock from 60-90 g/m2 (16-24 lb). The multipurpose and manual feeders support card stock up to 163 g/m2 (43 lb). You can load up to 50
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    Optional 550-sheet tray Manual feeder Multipurpose feeder - 163 g/m2 - 163 g/m2 Card stock should be grain short and set to exit the rear door. For paper and transparency specifications, see the printer publications CD. Cover - - - Labels Paper 90 g/m2 90 g/m2 90 g/m2 Media specifications
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    the print quality and cause jams or other paper handling problems. • Check with the Maintenance procedures" on page 13. Lexmark X422 The Lexmark X422 prints on many labels designed for use with laser printers. Card stock is supported from the multipurpose feeder, and labels are supported
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    . Lexmark X463de, X464de, X466dte, and X466dtwe Limit label printing to occasional use of paper office labels designed for laser printers. We do not recommend using vinyl, pharmacy, or polyester labels. It is recommended to print no more than 20 pages of paper labels a month. Printer specifications
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    The printer and duplex path support 60-90 g/m2 (16-24 lb) paper weights. The multipurpose feeder supports 60- 163 g/m2 (16-43 lb) paper weights. You can load up to 50 label sheets in the standard tray and optional trays. You can load up to 15 paper labels and up to 10 sheets of card stock in the
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    Tray 1 (standard tray) 90-210 g/m2 Tray 2 (optional tray) 90-210 g/m2 1 Grain short is preferred for papers over 135 g/m2. 2 Vinyl labels are not supported. Card stock1 Tag 90-210 g/m2 90-210 g/m2 Cover 90-210 g/m2 90-210 g/m2 Labels2 Paper 180 g/m2 180 g/m2 Printer specifications 100
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    : Up to 210 g/m2 For more information on the supported media sizes, see the printer User's Guide on the publications CD. Lexmark X543, X544, and X546dtn Limit label printing to occasional use of paper office labels designed for use with laser printers. Lexmark X543, X544, and X546dtn do not
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    When printing on card stock: • From the printer control panel, set Paper Type to Card Stock in the Paper Menu. • Set Paper Weight to Card Stock Weight in the Paper Menu. • Set Card Stock Weight to Normal or Heavy. • Do not use creased card stock. It may cause paper jams. Printer specifications 102
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    printers. The following table lists the maximum weights supported by the trays and the multipurpose feeder. Note: Scanning large quantities of labels is not recommended. Overview of card stock and label support Card stock Labels Paper multipurpose feeder. Media specifications Labels Card stock
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    cause feeding problems. • Use only letter-, A4-, and legal-size label sheets. • Use full label sheets. Partial sheets may cause labels to peel off during printing, resulting in a paper jam. Adhesive material may contaminate your printer. It could also void your printer and cartridge warranties. • Do
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    Media Tray 250-Sheet Mild Special Media Drawer 250-Sheet Aggressive Special Media Drawer 250-Sheet Universally Adjustable Tray 250-Sheet Universally Adjustable Drawer 500-Sheet Mild Special Media Tray Part number 20G1237 20G1230 20G1236 20G1229 20G1224 20G1223 20G1240 Printer specifications
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    Stock in the Paper Menu. • Do not use card stock that is creased. It may cause paper jams. For more information, see the following: • "Pick roller technology" on page 11 • "Grain orientation" on page 16 • "Maintenance procedures" on page 13 • "Troubleshooting" on page 13 Printer specifications 106
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    printers. The following table lists the maximum weights supported by the trays and the multipurpose feeder. Note: Scanning large quantities of labels is not recommended. Overview of card stock and label support Card stock Labels Grain Paper 260 g/m2 Optional 500-sheet drawer Media specifications
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    Sheet Universally Adjustable Tray + Drawer Part number 20G1237 20G1230 20G1236 20G1229 20G1224 20G1223 20G1240 20G1239 20G1227 20G1226 20G1217 20G1218 Card stock and label guidelines Labels are one of the most difficult print materials for laser printers. A special fuser cleaner should be used for
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    Paper Type to Card Stock in the Paper Menu. • Do not use card stock that is creased. It may cause paper jams. For more information, see the following: • "Pick roller technology" on page 11 • "Grain orientation" on page 16 • "Maintenance procedures" on page 13 • "Troubleshooting" on page 13 Lexmark
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    page 9. For difficult-to-print sizes, such as 3 x 5-inch index cards, Lexmark offers a variety of special media trays and drawers. Notes: • The X658de does not offer any special media tray or drawer. • Optional not supported from a 400-sheet universally adjustable tray. Printer specifications 110
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    can cause feeding problems. • Use full label sheets. Partial sheets may cause labels to peel off during printing, resulting in a paper jam. Adhesive material may contaminate your printer. It could also void your printer and cartridge warranties. When feeding labels, the number of labels per
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    Stock in the Paper Menu. • Do not use card stock that is creased. It may cause paper jams. For more information, see the following: • "Pick roller technology" on page 11 • "Grain orientation" on page 16 • "Maintenance procedures" on page 13 • "Troubleshooting" on page 13 Printer specifications 112
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    of label support Paper source Standard 550-sheet tray (Tray 1) Optional 550-sheet tray Optional 550-sheet specialty media drawer Multipurpose tray Dual Web/Paper 180 g/m2 180 g/m2 Labels Polyester 220 g/m2 220 g/m2 Vinyl 300 g/m2 300 g/m2 180 g/m2 220 g/m2 300 g/m2 Printer specifications 113
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    manufactured with chemicals that may contaminate the printer. • Be aware that preprinting, perforation, and creasing may significantly affect the print quality and cause jams or other paper-handling problems. For more information, see "Pick roller technology" on page 11. Printer specifications 114
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    supported only when the printing environment and media are 20-32.2°C (68-90°F). 2 The skew performance of heavy vinyl labels may be enhanced by feeding from an optional 500-sheet drawer if placement of the image is critical. For paper and transparency specifications, see the printer User's Guide
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    printer control panel, set Paper Type to Card Stock in the Paper Menu. • Do not use creased card stock. It may cause paper jams. For more information, see the following: • "Pick roller technology" on page 11 • "Maintenance procedures" on page 13 • "Troubleshooting" on page 13 Printer specifications
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    an optional 550-sheet tray, and the multipurpose feeder. Note: The optional 2,000-sheet drawer does not support card stock or labels. Overview of card stock support Paper source Standard and optional 550 grain long grain short 176 g/m2 216 g/m2 176 g/m2 216 g/m2 Printer specifications 117
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    m2 1 Vinyl labels are supported only when the printing environment and media are 20-32.2°C (68-90°F). 2 The skew performance of heavy vinyl labels may be enhanced by feeding from an optional 500-sheet drawer if placement of the image is critical. Media specifications Labels Card stock Width: 76
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    the leading and driver edge, and paper office labels designed for laser printers. Paper labels are supported in Tray 1, Tray 2, and the manual bypass feeder. The following table lists the maximum weights supported. Note: Scanning large quantities of labels is not recommended. Printer specifications
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    support Tray 1 Labels Card stock 64-105 g/m2 64-105 g/m2 Tray 2 64-216 g/m2 64-216 g/m2 Multipurpose feeder 64-216 g/m2 64-216 g/m2 Media specifications paper jam. Partial sheets will also contaminate your printer and your cartridge with adhesive, and could void your printer and cartridge driver
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    the machine more than once. • Load labels into the manual bypass feeder with the recommended print side faceup and the top edge going in first. When printing on card stock: • Set the Paper Type to Card Stock from the printer driver. • Do not use preprinted card stock manufactured with chemicals
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    Stock from the printer driver. • Do not use preprinted card stock manufactured with chemicals that may contaminate the printer. Preprinting introduces semi-liquid and volatile components into the printer. • Do not use card stock that is creased. It may cause paper jams. Printer specifications 122
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    • We recommend the use of grain short card stock. • Load card stock into the manual bypass feeder with the recommended print side faceup and the top edge going in first. Printer specifications 123
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    label printing to occasional use of A4- or letter-size paper office labels designed for laser printers. We do not recommend using vinyl or polyester labels. Trays and the multipurpose feeder support card stock. The multipurpose feeder supports card stocks up to 256 g/m2. Always feed labels from
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    Overview of label support Paper source Standard 150-sheet tray Multipurpose feeder Paper 131 g/m2 131 g/m2 Labels Vinyl Not applicable Occasional use up to 256 g/m2 Media specifications Labels Card stock Width: 210-216 mm (8.3-8.5 in.) Length: 279-356 mm (11-11.7 in.) Weight: 120-128 g/m2
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    letter-size paper office labels designed for laser printers. We do not recommend using vinyl or polyester labels. Lexmark X940 and X945 support stocks up support Labels Card stock Tray 1 105 g/m2 105 g/m2 Tray 2 and 3 220 g/m2 220 g/m2 Multipurpose feeder 220 g/m2 220 g/m2 Media specifications
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    ) Manual feed tray Index Bristol 163 g/m2 90 g/m2 135 g/m2 163 g/m2 199 g/m2 253 g/m2 Card stock Tag 163 g/m2 - 135 g/m2 163 g/m2 203 g/m2 241 g/m2 Cover 176 g/m2 - 135 g/m2 176 g/m2 216 g/m2 285 g/m2 For paper and transparency specifications, see your printer User's Guide. Labels Paper Vinyl
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    for more information on the optional trays available for your printer. Note: If you use materials with a weight over 135 g/m2 (36 lb bond), print registration and skew may be unpredictable. Card stock and labels supported (11-inch card stock and label trays) Media Paper/card stock 1 Pressure
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    Lower: All supported media Upper and Lower: All supported media 1 Select the appropriate tray according to the part of the form (pressure-sensitive area or paper base) that enters the printer first when feeding from the tray. 2 Grain long is recommended. Media specifications Labels Card stock
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    you replace the print cartridge, more often with some media. Failure to follow maintenance procedures could cause jamming, poor print quality, feeding problems, and fuser problems. Additional maintenance for Optra plus, Optra, 4039 12C (with serial numbers after BC143), and 4039 10 plus printers
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    Overview of card stock and label support Paper source Multipurpose feeder Index Bristol 163 g/m2 Card stock Tag 163 g/m2 Cover - For paper and transparency specifications, see the printer User's Guide. Paper Labels 163 g/m2 Vinyl - Media specifications Labels Card stock Width: 210-216
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    • From the operator panel or from MarkVision Professional, set the Paper Type to Labels. • Do not print a large number of labels continuously. • Do not use labels that have coating lb card stock. • For the best print quality, always set the Paper Type to Card Stock. Printer specifications 132
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    Overview of card stock and label support Paper source Multipurpose feeder Index Bristol 163 g/m2 Card stock Tag 163 g/m2 For paper and transparency specifications, see the printer User's Guide. Cover - Labels Paper 135 g/m2 Vinyl - Media specifications Labels Width: Length: Weight: Card
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    stock and label support Paper source Tray 1 Manual feed slot Index Bristol 163 g/m2 163 g/m2 Card stock Tag 163 g/m2 163 g/m2 For paper and transparency specifications, see the printer User's Guide. Cover - - Labels Paper 150 g/m2 150 g/m2 Vinyl - - Media specifications Labels Card stock
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    and label support Paper Source Automatic Paper Feeder Manual Sheet Feeder Index Bristol 163 g/m2 163 g/m2 Card Stock Tag 163 g/m2 163 g/m2 For paper and transparency specifications, see the printer User's Guide. Cover - - Labels Paper 163 g/m2 163 g/m2 Vinyl - - Media specifications Labels
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    slot. Overview of card stock and label support Paper source Tray 1 Manual feed slot Index Bristol 199 g/m2 199 g/m2 Card stock Tag 163 g/m2 163 g/m2 Cover 176 g/m2 176 g/m2 For paper and transparency specifications, see the printer User's Guide. Labels Paper Vinyl 180 g/m2 300 g/m2 180
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    vinyl or polyester labels or any card stock with the Optra K 1220 printer. Always feed labels from the manual feed tray or the optional multipurpose feeder. The multipurpose feeder can hold up to 30 sheets of labels. The following table lists the maximum weights supported. Printer specifications 137
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    Overview of card stock and label support Paper source Multipurpose feeder Manual feed tray Card stock Index Bristol Tag - - - - For paper and transparency specifications, see the printer User's Guide. Media specifications Labels Width: Length: Weight: 210-216 mm (8.3-8.5 in.) 279-356 mm
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    . The optional 500-sheet drawer should only be used to feed paper; it does not support card stock and label printing. You can try occasional label printing from Tray 1, but we recommend you use the multipurpose feeder. For paper and transparency specifications, see the printer User's Guide. Tray
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    (34 lb). The following table lists the maximum weights supported by the multipurpose tray. Overview of card stock and label support Paper source Multipurpose Tray Card stock Index Bristol Tag - - For paper and transparency specifications, see the printer User's Guide. Cover - Labels Paper
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    lists the maximum weights supported by each of the printer trays. Print material specifications Range or maximum weight supported Print material Multipurpose feeder and optional 250-sheet and 500-sheet trays 250-sheet drawer Paper (grain long) Xerographic or business paper 60-176 g/m2 (16
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    short paper. Multipurpose feeder and optional 250-sheet drawer 163 g/m2 (43 lb bond) 163 g/m2 (43 lb bond) 260 g/m2 (78 lb liner) 220 g/m2 (59 lb bond) 140 to 175 g/m2 75-135 g/m2 (20-36 lb bond) For paper and transparency specifications, see the printer User's Guide. Media specifications Labels
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    performance reliability. The duplex option supports all paper weights and types that the printer supports, except for transparencies and envelopes. Duplexing of specially designed labels is supported in the Optra S1855 printer. You may notice skew or print registration problems if you feed materials
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    cartridge replacements are needed. Print cartridge with label fuser cleaner Print cartridge part number 1382929 PrebateTM (cartridge for special label machine use) For more information, see the following: • "Pick roller technology" on page 11 • "Maintenance procedures" on page 13 • "Troubleshooting
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    with laser printers. The following table lists the maximum weights supported by the trays and the multipurpose feeder. Print material specifications Range or maximum weight supported Print material Multipurpose feeder and 250-sheet and 500-sheet trays optional 250-sheet drawer Paper (grain long
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    page 16 for specific recommendations. 2 Pressure-sensitive area must enter the printer first for grain short paper. For paper and transparency specifications, see the printer User's Guide. The following table indicates the paper sizes each tray supports. Paper source specifications for all media
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    Combining print materials can cause feeding problems. • Use full label sheets. Partial sheets may cause labels to peel off during printing, resulting in a paper jam. Adhesive material may contaminate your printer. It could also void your printer and cartridge warranties. Printer specifications 147
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    Tray 1. Overview of card stock and label support Paper source Tray 1 Index Bristol 163 g/m2 Card stock Tag 163 g/m2 For paper and transparency specifications, see the printer User's Guide. Cover - Labels Paper 163 g/m2 Vinyl - Media specifications Labels Width: Length: Weight: Thickness
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    • Set the Paper Type to Labels in the Paper Menu. • Do Paper. It does not adjust the print speed or fuser temperature when the Paper Type is set to Card Stock. • Do not use card stock that is creased. It may cause paper jams. • We recommend the use of grain long card stock. Printer specifications
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    are harder to feed and increase toner buildup in the fuser. Weight in pounds of a specific number of sheets of paper or stock in a standard size for that particular material. Also known as column strength. Refers to how well the material is able to support itself and remain flat and straight
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    Adhesive contamination" on page 150. The orientation of the fibers in the print material. Grain short indicates the fibers run the width of the paper. Grain long indicates the fibers run the length of the paper. Transfer of ink from a form to the printer's pick mechanism or fuser assembly, which can
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    The degree of smoothness of the print material. If the paper is too rough, the toner does not fuse to the paper properly, resulting in poor print quality. If the paper is too smooth, it can cause paper feeding problems in the printer. Smoothness is measured in Sheffield points; lower values indicate
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    Vellum finish Wash boarding Zone coating A finish with a rough surface similar to eggshell and antique finishes. A vellum finish is relatively absorbent, providing good ink penetration. Waviness in the stock that gives a rippled appearance to the material; generally moisture related. Placing
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    10 L label and paper Industry 8 label characteristics 19 label components adhesives 22 face sheets 23 liners 21 topcoats 23 label fuser cleaner (Optra S) 143 labels construction 21, 19 design 23, 19 dual web forms 27 duplexing 19 integrated forms 29 printer maintenance 10 topcoats 23 troubleshooting
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Card Stock & Label Guide
Laser Printers
January 2011
www.lexmark.com