Non-Recommended Paper Types; Paper Storage - Ricoh M C251FW User Manual

2. Paper Specifications and Adding Paper
• PCL printer driver
When [Gradation:] in [Print Quality] is set to [Fine]
• PostScript 3 printer driver
When [Print Quality] in [Printer Features] is set to [Best Quality]

Non-Recommended Paper Types

Do not use the following types of paper:
• Ink-jet printer paper
• Bent, folded, or creased paper
• Curled or twisted paper
• Torn paper
• Wrinkled paper
• Damp paper
• Dirty or damaged paper
• Paper that is dry enough to emit static electricity
• Paper that has already been printed onto, except a preprinted letterhead paper.
Malfunctions are especially likely when using paper printed on by other than a laser printer
(e.g.monochrome and color copiers, ink-jet printers, etc.)
• Special paper, such as thermal paper and carbon paper
• Paper weighing heavier or lighter than the limit
• Paper with windows, holes, perforations, cutouts, or embossing
• Adhesive label paper on which glue or base paper is exposed
• Paper with clips or staples
• When loading paper, take care not to touch the surface of the paper.
• Even if paper is adequate for the machine, poorly stored paper can cause paper misfeeds, print
quality degradation, or malfunctions.

Paper Storage

• Store paper appropriately. If the paper is stored incorrectly, misfeeds, lower printing quality, or
malfunctions may result.
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