Tips On Using Envelopes; Tips On Using Labels - Lexmark W850 User Manual

Printing
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Use transparencies designed specifically for laser printers. Transparencies must be able to withstand temperatures
of 230°C (446°F) without melting, discoloring, offsetting, or releasing hazardous emissions.
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To prevent print quality problems, avoid getting fingerprints on the transparencies.
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Before loading transparencies, fan the stack to prevent sheets from sticking together.
• We recommend Lexmark transparencies. For ordering information, see the Lexmark Web site at
www.lexmark.com.

Tips on using envelopes

Print samples on the envelopes being considered for use before buying large quantities.
• Use envelopes designed specifically for laser printers. Check with the manufacturer or vendor to ensure that the
envelopes can withstand temperatures up to 220°C (446°F) without sealing, wrinkling, curling excessively, or
releasing hazardous emissions.
• For best performance, use envelopes made from 90 g/m
must not exceed 70 g/m
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Use only new envelopes from undamaged packages.
• To optimize performance and minimize jams, do not use envelopes that:
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Have excessive curl or twist
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Are stuck together or damaged in any way
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Have windows, holes, perforations, cutouts, or embossing
– Have metal clasps, string ties, or folding bars
– Have an interlocking design
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Have postage stamps attached
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Have any exposed adhesive when the flap is in the sealed or closed position
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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.
Note: A combination of high humidity (over 60%) and the high printing temperature may wrinkle or seal envelopes.

Tips on using labels

Note: This printer is intended for occasional paper label printing only.
For detailed information on label printing, characteristics, and design, see the Card Stock & Label Guide available on
the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com/publications.
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Do not load labels together with paper or transparencies in the same source; mixing media can cause feeding
problems.
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From the Paper menu, set the Paper Type to Labels.
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Do not use labels with slick backing material.
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Use labels that can withstand temperatures of 230°C (446°F) without sealing, excessive curling, wrinkling, or
releasing hazardous emissions.
• 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 cartridge warranties.
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(20 lb bond) weight.
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(24 lb bond) paper or 25% cotton. All‑cotton envelopes
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