Avoiding Jams - Xerox 6000V_B User Manual

Avoiding Jams

For clearing paper jams, refer to the Quick Use Guide included in the documentation packet that came
with the printer.
The printer is designed to function with minimal paper jams using Xerox
paper types can cause jams. If supported paper is jamming frequently in one area, clean that area of
the paper path or have the printer repaired.
The following can cause paper jams:
• Selecting the incorrect paper type in the print driver.
• Using damaged paper.
• Using unsupported paper.
• Loading paper incorrectly.
• Overfilling the tray.
• Adjusting the paper guides improperly.
Most jams can be prevented by following a simple set of rules:
• Use only supported paper. For details, see the Supported Paper in the Quick Use Guide.
• Follow proper paper handling and loading techniques.
• Always use clean, undamaged paper.
• Avoid paper that is curled, torn, moist, creased, or folded.
• Fan the paper to separate the sheets before loading it into the tray.
• Observe the paper tray fill line. Never overfill the tray.
• Adjust the paper guides after inserting the paper. A guide that is not properly adjusted can cause
poor print quality, misfeeds, skewed prints, and printer damage.
• Use only supported paper sizes.
• When printing, select the correct type and size in the print driver.
• Store paper in a dry location.
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• Use only Xerox paper designed for the printer.
Avoid the following:
• Paper that is specially designed for inkjet printers with polyester coating.
• Paper that is folded, wrinkled, or excessively curled.
• Loading more than one type, size, or weight of paper in a tray at the same time.
• Overfilling the trays.
• Allowing the output tray to overfill.
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