Important Facts About Paper; A. Paper - Xerox 4050 Operator's Manual

Important facts about paper

Paper specifications
Paper characteristics
Special paper and materials
XEROX 4050/4090/4450/4650 LPS OPERATOR GUIDE
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As the operator of the LPS, you need to be aware of the
importance of taking good care of the paper used in it. Using
the correct type of paper and taking the time to store and
condition it properly helps to keep your printer running at
optimum speed and efficiency, with fewer time-wasting paper
jams.
Sizes • 8.5 by 11 inches (216 by 279 mm)
• A4 (210 by 297 mm or 8.27 by 11.69 inches)
• 8.5 by 14 inches or 216 by 356 mm.
Weights 20- to 110-pound (substance 20-110 lb/75-200 gsm). No other
weights should be used.
Note: Do not use 110-pound weight paper with the 8.5 by 14
inch size.
The system performs most efficiently with paper that has the
following characteristics:
• Low moisture content (below 5.7 percent)
• Smooth surface
• Moisture-resistant wrapping
• No defects (bent edges or uneven surfaces)
• Grain long (parallel with the longest side of paper).
Xerox recommends 4024/80 gsm Dual Purpose Paper, which
meets the requirements outlined above.
The 4050, 4090, 4450, and 4650 also print on the special types of
paper and materials listed in this section. Make sure that all
paper and materials you use meet the specifications noted in the
"Paper specifications" section.
• Predrilled paper has a varying number of holes for use in
binders or binder rings. You should fan or fluff predrilled
paper before loading it into a feeder tray. This removes any
loose plugs among the sheets that could cause jams within
the printer.
• Tinted paper is available in a variety of colors. It has many
uses, including calling attention to certain printed material,
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