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Xerox DocuColor 40 Materials Usage Manual

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Digital Color Production System
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  • Page 1 Xerox DocuColor 40 Digital Color Production System Materials Usage Guide Sample cover The Document Company Xerox...
  • Page 2 © 1996, 1997 by Xerox Corporation. All rights reserved. Copyright protection claimed includes all forms and matters of copyrightable material and information now allowed by statutory or judicial law or hereinafter granted, including without limitation, material generated from the software programs that are displayed on the screen such as styles, templates, icons, screen displays, looks, etc.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table Of Contents DocuColor 40 Materials Usage Guide Introduction Conventions Recommended Materials Materials Not Recommended Applications Usage Guidelines Standard Weight Papers Heavy Weight Uncoated Papers Recycled Papers Hole-Punched Papers Pressure-Sensitive Labels Coated Papers Single-Step Transfer Paper Transparencies Xerox Docupac Folders...
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS Applications Two-Sided Copies (Duplex) DocuColor 40 Output Inserts Preprinted Papers Lamination About Paper Paper Weight Grade Moisture Content Curl Grain Smoothness Paper Storage Stacking Temperature and Humidity Conditioning Paper...

  • Page 5: Docucolor 40 Materials Usage Guide

    The first section, Recommended Materials, contains a chart which lists all Xerox and Rank Xerox materials that are recommended for use in the DocuColor 40. Following this chart, a second section, Usage Guidelines, includes guidelines for selecting and using various materials, such as transparencies, heavy-weight paper, and the transfer paper used for T-shirts.
  • Page 6 INTRODUCTION The materials with Xerox part numbers, listed in this guide, can be purchased by calling the Xerox Supply Net at 1-800-822-2200 (in USA and Canada). For Rank Xerox, use your nearest Office Supplies Unit. 1. France: 33 13453 1212 2.

  • Page 7: Conventions

    The Checked symbol indicates that a material will provide optimum performance and is recommended for use in the DocuColor 40. The “IQ” symbol identifies materials where the image quality may not equal that of centerline papers, Xerox 24 lb Image Series LX, or Rank Xerox 90 g/m Colotech.

  • Page 8: Recommended Materials

    (e.g. mottle) with certain images. If you are uncertain of the ability of a specific material to perform well in your DocuColor 40, purchase and test a small quantity of the material to be sure image quality meets your expectations. Your Xerox Sales or Service Representative may also have helpful information on recommended materials.
  • Page 9 Xerox 20 lb Recycled, 8.5 x 11”, 3R5130 • Xerox 20 lb Recycled, 11 x 17”, 3R5133 Pages 14-15 Hole-Punched Paper USA and Canada: • Xerox 24 lb Image Series LX, 3 hole drilled, 8.5 x 11”, 3R3875 Pages 16-17 DocuColor 40 MATERIALS USAGE GUIDE...
  • Page 10 Coated Papers USA and Canada: For coated papers, see the current version of the recommended paper list in the Paper Advantage Series. Refer your Xerox Sales or Service Representative to Pages 20-23 the following Part Number: 610P63510 Rank Xerox: •...
  • Page 11 RECOMMENDED MATERIALS DocuColor 40 Recommended Materials Material Type Description and order number Transparencies USA and Canada: • Xerox Good Quality Removable Stripe, 11”, 3R3108 • Xerox Premium Quality Removable Stripe, 11”, 3R5765 Pages 26-28 Rank Xerox: • Xerox Good Quality Removable Stripe, A4, 3R91331 •...

  • Page 12: Materials Not Recommended

    You may also ask your Xerox Sales or Service Representative for additional information regarding specific products.

  • Page 13: Applications

    Description and Expectations Two-sided Copies (Duplex) Two-sided (duplex) copying refers to imaging the second side of a copy already made on the DocuColor 40. Run the recommended 24 lb to 28 lb / 90 to 105 g/m papers per the instructions in the Applications section of this guide.

  • Page 14: Usage Guidelines

    16-28 lb / 60-105 g/m xerographic/bond papers. • Papers within this weight range offer optimum performance when used in the DocuColor 40. • The centerline papers used to define image quality and performance specifications are 24 lb Image Series LX, and 90 g/m Colotech.

  • Page 15: Heavy Weight Uncoated Papers

    Xerox 32 lb Color Xpressions (LXC) 8.5 x 11” = 3R5470, 17x 11” = 3R5471, 18 x 12” = 3R5472 Xerox 90 lb Index 8.5 x 11” = 3R3004, 17 x 11” = 3R5102 Rank Xerox: Rank Xerox 120 g/m...
  • Page 16 Do not exceed the maximum recommended paper weights. Hints, Tips and Testing Results Extensive Xerox testing has shown the following: When the recommended materials are run as detailed above; with the correct tray, mode, orientation and curl, feeding performance is good, but may not equal 24 lb Image Series LX and 90 g/m Colotech performance.
  • Page 17 Toner saturation on electronic originals should be limited to a total of 240% (60% for each Color). Higher toner saturation may result in poorly fused prints and possible damage to the fuser. DocuColor 40 MATERIALS USAGE GUIDE...

  • Page 18: Recycled Papers

    The recommended recycled papers will run well in the DocuColor 40 but the reduced smoothness, formation, and brightness will result in degraded image quality as compared to the primary 24 lb Image Series LX and 90 g/m Colotech paper.
  • Page 19 • Image quality problems are likely with some recycled papers. If you plan to use a recycled paper other than the Xerox brand, first try a small quantity to test its performance. You can also ask your Xerox Sales or Service Representative for additional information.

  • Page 20: Hole-Punched Papers

    Recommended Materials USA and Canada: Xerox 24 lb Image Series LX, 3 hole drilled , 8.5 x 11” = 3R3875 1 2 3. . . Steps for Success Load hole-punched papers in paper trays 1, 2, or 3.
  • Page 21 USAGE GUIDELINES Hints, Tips and Testing Results Xerox testing has shown the following: When copying from a hole-punched original, special actions must be taken to prevent the holes from printing out as dark spots on the copy. Cover the holes on the original by placing a clean white sheet behind the original before copying, to prevent dark spots.

  • Page 22: Pressure-Sensitive Labels

    Rank Xerox 14-up Color Copier Labels A4 = 3R93875 Rank Xerox 24-up Color Copier Labels A4 = 3R93876 These Xerox Copier Labels are specifically made for use in copiers and printers. Because of the wide variety of labels available, it is impossible to predict how other types will perform.
  • Page 23 Hints, Tips and Testing Results Xerox testing has shown the following: • When recommended materials are run as detailed above; with the correct tray, mode, and orientation, feeding performance...

  • Page 24: Coated Papers

    Recommended Materials For USA recommended coated papers, see the current version of the Paper Advantage Series. Refer your Xerox Sales or Service Representative to the following Part Number: 610P63510. 1 2 3. . . Steps for Success Run all coated papers from the Paper Tray Bypass.
  • Page 25 CAUTION: The use of coated paper of weights greater than 80 lb / 220 g/m cover is likely to result in damage to the copier/printer requiring a service call. Do not exceed the maximum recommended paper weight. DocuColor 40 MATERIALS USAGE GUIDE...
  • Page 26 USAGE GUIDELINES Hints, Tips and Testing Results Xerox testing has shown the following: • When the recommended materials are run as detailed above; with the correct tray, mode, orientation and curl, feeding performance is good, but will not equal 24 lb Image Series LX and 90 g/m Colotech performance.

  • Page 27: Feed Rollers

    • If using a coated paper that has not been mentioned, first try a small quantity to test its performance, then consult your local Xerox Sales or Service Representative for agreement on its use. • To improve feeding reliability with coated papers, fan papers vigorously before loading.

  • Page 28: Single-Step Transfer Paper

    A popular application is image transfer onto T- shirts. The recommended Xerox material has been tested and has been selected to provide optimum performance. See the hints and tips section for specifics.
  • Page 29 • To avoid problems (jams & poor image quality) caused by both dry and humid environments, store the Xerox material in its resealable bag with desiccant pack. Other brands should also be stored in resealed packages when not in use.

  • Page 30: Transparencies

    Colotech paper. Recommended Materials USA and Canada: Xerox Removable Stripe, Good Quality , 8.5 x 11” = 3R3108 Xerox Removable Stripe, Premium Quality , 8.5 x 11” = 3R5765 Rank Xerox: Xerox Removable Stripe, Good Quality , A4 = 3R91331...
  • Page 31 1 2 3. . . Do not run Stripeless transparencies (those without a lead edge white stripe), or Paper-Backed transparencies in the DocuColor 40. These will cause frequent jams and possible machine damage. Remove all paper from the Paper Tray Bypass before loading transparencies.
  • Page 32 (out of operator view). CAUTION: Do not attempt to remove a transparency that is firmly jammed in the fuser. Only a Xerox Service Representative should attempt to remove this type of transparency jam. DocuColor 40 MATERIALS USAGE GUIDE...

  • Page 33: Xerox Docupac Folders

    Xerox Docupac Folders are designed for anyone who needs a small quantity of customized folders quickly. This two sheet system consists of a front that can be custom imaged on the DocuColor 40, then manually attached to the back pocket portion of the folder.
  • Page 34 If jams occur, manually curling the lead edge down will help to reduce jamming. Do not confuse these Xerox Docupac Folders with the heavier Xerox Docupac Laser Folders. Xerox Docupac Laser Folders are made from 65 lb recycled paper stock. These may cause poor image quality.

  • Page 35: Applications

    Recommended Materials USA and Canada: Xerox 24 lb Image Series LX , 8.5 x 11” = 3R3874 Xerox 24 lb Image Series LX , 11 x 17” = 3R3877 Xerox 28 lb Color Xpressions , 8.5 x 11” = 3R5468 Xerox 28 lb Color Xpressions , 17 x 11”...
  • Page 36 Run side two within 15-20 minutes of running side one. If side two cannot be imaged within the recommended 15-20 minutes, the copies/prints should remain as flat as possible and be stored in plastic containers with lids or sealed plastic bags. DocuColor 40 MATERIALS USAGE GUIDE...
  • Page 37 APPLICATIONS Hints, Tips and testing Results Xerox testing has shown the following: • All color copiers/printers experience a higher jam rate when performing duplex copying. Paper jams can be caused by the curl created when running the side one image.

  • Page 38: Docucolor 40 Output Inserts

    Xerox 5090 family of Duplicators. If you want to use DocuColor 40 color copies in another model Xerox copier/printer, inform your Xerox Service Representative and try a few copies to determine the results before running a job.
  • Page 39 You may want to consider using the same paper that meets your image quality requirements in both machines. CAUTION: Do not use DocuColor 40 color copies in the Xerox 5100 Copier/Printer/Duplicator. The copies are incompatible with the 5100 fuser.

  • Page 40: Preprinted Papers

    Allow preprinted sheets to dry completely before loading them into the copier/printer. he preprinted ink should have a low conductivity and will have to withstand the high fuser temperature of the DocuColor 40 (180° C / 356° F). Keep the preprinted sheets free from curl. Ensure that sheets are flat or have a slight lead edge downward curl when loaded into the Paper Tray Bypass.
  • Page 41 APPLICATIONS Hints, Tips and Testing Results Xerox testing has shown the following: Some inks from preprinted materials may cause deletions, offsetting or contamination. Select a surface-drying, laser-compatible ink designed for reproduction on color copier/printers. An offset printer representative may be able to specify an ink with similar characteristics.

  • Page 42: Lamination

    Application Description and Expectations Lamination is commonly used for book covers, menus, cards, check lists, ID cards, and pamphlets. DocuColor 40 output can be successfully laminated. However, there are several key factors essential to the process in order to produce acceptable finished products.
  • Page 43 APPLICATIONS Hints, Tips and Testing Results Xerox testing has shown the following: Many laminate materials have been tested. Testing with the HiTac laminate from GBC and the Aggressive Adhesive from D&K have shown favorable results. The temperature at the paper laminate interface should reach approximately 250°...

  • Page 44: About Paper

    The quality and condition of the paper being used for copying will affect the performance of the DocuColor 40 and the quality of the output copy. Xerographic paper is designed to withstand the heat and pressure of the xerographic process.

  • Page 45: Paper Weight

    Pt (point) value refers to the sheet thickness in mils (thousandths of an inch). For example, 10 pt. = 0.010”, or 7 pt. = 0.007” thick paper. You cannot directly convert point value to paper weight or stiffness. DocuColor 40 MATERIALS USAGE GUIDE...
  • Page 46 Bond Text approximates) Point Scale 17x22” 25x38” 20x26” 24x36” 25.5x30.5” 22.5x28.5” (1pt = .001) 10PT Table 1: Equivalent Paper Weights *Weights measured in pts. are an estimate and will vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. DocuColor 40 MATERIALS USAGE GUIDE...
  • Page 47 ABOUT PAPER Paper Weight Performance Reliable feeding can be expected from the DocuColor 40 paper trays with most xerographic/bond papers between 16 lb / 60 g/m and 28 lb / 105 g/m Reliable feeding can be expected from the Paper Tray Bypass with...

  • Page 48: Grade

    Paper with high brightness enhances the contrast between the paper and the image and enables faithful color reproduction. The Xerox 24 lb Image Series LX (8.5 x 11 inch = 3R3874 or 11 x 17 inch = 3R3877) and Rank Xerox 90 g/m...

  • Page 49: Moisture Content

    A moisture level range of 4.5% to 5.5% is recommended for paper used in a DocuColor 40. Check with your paper supplier to find out what range of moisture content is in their paper. DocuColor 40 MATERIALS USAGE GUIDE...

  • Page 50: Curl

    Determining curl using Xerox papers are packaged with an arrow printed on one end of the ream wrapper arrows ream wrapper. The arrow points to the side to be imaged first.
  • Page 51 Change the paper feed orientation. For example, if feeding long edge first (LEF), try feeding short edge first (SEF). • When using coated paper, fan the paper stock vigorously before loading. Refer to the coated paper section earlier in this guide. DocuColor 40 MATERIALS USAGE GUIDE...

  • Page 52: Grain

    Tray 2 and 3. This is due to the “S” bend in the paper path. If you experience paper feed jams from Tray 1, try running the paper from Tray 2 or Tray 3 for improved reliability. DocuColor 40 MATERIALS USAGE GUIDE...

  • Page 53: Smoothness

    The Xerox Image Series LX, Color Xpressions, and Rank Xerox Colotech papers are smoother than the average xerographic papers. The Xerox 24 lb Image Series LX and Rank Xerox 90 g/m Colotech papers provide excellent image quality.

  • Page 54: Paper Storage

    Do not store paper in the Paper Tray Bypass. Load only enough paper in the Paper Tray Bypass for the job being run. If using paper from a ream that has been left open, take the sheets from the center of the ream. DocuColor 40 MATERIALS USAGE GUIDE...

  • Page 55: Stacking

    DocuColor 40. The control of humidity is one of the most important precautions that can be taken to assure proper paper handling in the DocuColor 40. Paper should be stored within the following conditions:...

  • Page 56: Conditioning Paper

    If the paper is moved from a storage area to a location with a different temperature and humidity, the paper should be conditioned to the new location before it is used. All materials used in the DocuColor 40 must be conditioned to the temperature/humidity of the room containing the copier/printer for optimum performance.
  • Page 58 Prepared by: Xerox Corporation Multinational Customer and Service Education 780 Salt Road Webster, New York 14580 701P94536...

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