Specifications; Basic Paper Specifications; Choosing The Appropriate Paper - Kyocera TASKalfa 420i Operation Manual

Basic Paper Specifications

This machine is designed to print on standard copy paper as used in regular ('dry') copiers and page printers
such as laser printers. It also supports a variety of other types of paper that conform to the specifications given
in this appendix.
Be careful when choosing paper. Paper unsuitable for the machine may cause jams or may be wrinkled.
Supported Paper
Use standard copy paper for regular copiers or laser printers. The printing quality will be affected by the quality
of paper. Poor quality paper may result in unsatisfactory output.
Basic Paper Specifications
The following table lists the specifications of paper that is supported with this machine. Refer to the subsequent
sections for further details.
Weight
Thickness
Dimensional accuracy
Squareness of corners
Moisture content
Grain direction
Pulp content
NOTE:
Some recycled paper does not meet requirements for use with this machine as listed in the Basic
Paper Specifications shown below, such as moisture or pulp content. For this reason, we recommend
purchasing a small amount of recycled paper as a sample for testing prior to use. Choose recycled paper that
gives the best printing results and contains low levels of paper dust.
We are not responsible for the problems occurred from the use of paper that does not conform to our

specifications.

Choosing the Appropriate Paper

This section describes guidelines for choosing paper.
Condition
Avoid using paper with bent corners or that is curled, dirty, or torn. Do not use paper that has a rough surface
or paper fiber lint, or that is especially delicate. Use of paper in any of these conditions will not only deliver poor
Appendix-14
Criteria Specifications
Cassettes: 60 to 105 g/m
Multi purpose tray: 45 to 160 g/m
0.086 to 0.110 mm
±0.7 mm
90° ±0.2°
4 to 6%
Long grain (paper supply direction)
80% or more
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