Brother HL-3450CN Service Manual page 33

(3) Recommended paper specifications
Item
2
Basis Weight (g/m )
Thickness (µ m)
Smoothness (Bekk) (seconds)
Stiffness (Clark)
Brightness (%)
Surface Resistance ( )
Grain Direction
Measurement Condition:
!
CAUTION:
When you are choosing print media, be sure to it is designed for use with a laser printer and
load the media cassette correctly. Also follow the information given below to prevent any
paper jams, print quality problems or printer damage;
<Paper type to avoid>
Highly textured paper.
Smooth or shiny paper.
Paper that is coated or has a chemical finish.
Damaged, wrinkled or pre-folded paper.
Paper exceeding the recommend weight specification in the manual.
Paper with tabs and staples.
Letterheads using low temperature dyes or thermography.
Multipart or carbonless paper.
<Envelopes type to avoid>
Envelopes constructed with a paper with a weight that exceeds the paper weight
specifications for the printer.
Poorly manufactured envelopes with edges that are not straight or consistently square.
Envelopes with 'baggy' construction of folds that are not sharply creased.
Envelopes with transparent windows, holes, cutouts or perforations.
Envelopes with clasps, snaps or tie strings.
Envelopes made with smooth or shiny paper.
Envelopes that are rough, highly textured, or deeply embossed.
Envelopes that do not lie flat or that are curled, wrinkled, or irregularly shaped.
Envelopes having an open flap with an adhesive that seals the envelope.
<Transparencies / labels type to avoid>
Transparencies / labels that cannot withstand a temperature of 200 degrees centigrade
(392 degrees Fahrenheit) for a period of 0.1 seconds.
NOTE:
Keep the paper sealed in the bag as supplied and do not open the bag until the paper is
required for use.
Description
82 ± 5
95 ± 6
90 ± 20
100 ± 15
85 ± 2
10 11
10 ~ 10
Long
17.5 ~ 27.0°C, 50 ~ 70%RH
2-7
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