Paper Grain - Kyocera FS-C8100DN Advanced Operation Manual

Handling Paper
To ensure correct moisture content, it is important to store the paper in a controlled environment.
Some tips on moisture control are:
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Paper Grain

When paper is manufactured, it is cut into sheets with the grain running parallel to the length (long
grain) or parallel to the width (short grain). Short grain paper can cause feeding problems in the
machine. All paper used in the machine should be long grain.
Other Paper Properties
Porosity: Indicates the density of paper fiber.
Stiffness: Limp paper may buckle in the machine, resulting in paper jams.
Curl: Most paper naturally tends to curl one way if left unpacked. When paper passes through the
fixing unit, it curls upward a little. To produce flat printouts, load the paper so that the upward
pressure from the machine can correct their curling.
Electrostatic discharge: During the printing process the paper is electrostatically charged to
attract the toner. The paper must be able to release this charge so that printed sheets do not cling
together in the output tray.
Whiteness: The contrast of the printed page depends on the whiteness of the paper. Whiter paper
provides a sharper, brighter appearance.
Quality control: Uneven sheet size, corners that are not square, ragged edges, welded (uncut)
sheets, and crushed edges and corners can cause the machine to malfunction in various ways. A
quality paper supplier should take considerable care to ensure that these problems do not occur.
Packaging: Paper should be packed in a sturdy carton to protect it from damage during transport.
Quality paper obtained from a reputable supplier is usually correctly packaged.
Specially processed paper: Avoid using the types of specially processed paper listed below, even
if the paper meets the other basic specifications defined in this manual. Be sure to perform some
test prints before purchasing any type of paper in large quantities.
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Store paper in a cool, dry location.
Keep the paper in its wrapping as long as possible. Re-wrap paper that is not in use.
Store paper in its original carton. Place a pallet etc. under the carton to separate it from the
floor.
After removing paper from storage, let it stand in the same room as the machine for 48 hours
before use.
Avoid leaving paper where it is exposed to heat, sunlight, or dampness.
Shiny paper
Very thin paper
Rough paper
Perforated paper