Label Guidelines - Lexmark Optra Color 45 User Manual

Using Your Printer

Label Guidelines

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Chapter 4: Using Print Materials
Labels automatically feed from the standard input tray or the
optional tray 2. Some brands of labels may require manual feeding.
Label size is limited to letter-size and A4-size. Acrylic-based labels
are preferred.
When printing on labels:
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Do not use label sheets with a slick backing material.
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Do not print within 1 mm (0.040 in.) of the die cut.
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Use full label sheets. Partial sheets may cause labels to peel
off during printing, resulting in a paper jam.
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Do not print within 1 mm (0.040 in.) of the edge of the label,
of the perforations, or between die-cuts of the label.
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Do not use label sheets that have adhesive to the edge of
the sheet. We recommend zone coating of the adhesive at
least 1 mm (0.040 in.) away from edges. Adhesive material
will contaminate your printer and could void your
warranty.
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If zone coating of the adhesive is not possible, a 3 mm
(0.125 in.) strip should be removed on the leading and
driver edge, and a non-oozing adhesive should be used.
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If the labels are vinyl, remove a 3 mm (0.125 in.) strip from
the leading edge to prevent labels from peeling inside the
printer.
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Portrait orientation is preferred, especially when printing
bar codes.
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If the printer is unplugged or loses power while printing
labels, the labels should be removed manually before
plugging the printer back in.
For detailed information on label printing, characteristics, and
design, refer to the Card Stock & Labels Guide, which is available
from Lexmark.
Note: When printing on labels, be sure to select Labels in the
PAPER TYPE menu in the PAPER MENU.