Preventing Jams - Xante Accel-a-Writer 8200 Troubleshooting Manual

Introduction
Whether you are a new user of the Accel-a-Writer 8200 or an old
pro, this chapter can help you correct most problems encountered.
You will find as you go through this section that printing issues
usually derive from one of three areas: applications, host hardware,
or printer hardware.
This chapter covers printer hardware. It starts with printer jams,
followed by status messages and a preliminary troubleshooting
procedure. Then it goes over miscellaneous troubleshooting and
print quality issues. The final section provides specifics on XANTÉ
Technical Support and how to place a service call.
Jams
This section covers preventing and clearing media jams.

Preventing Jams

Many jams are the result of using the wrong consumables, either
toner or media, and handling the consumables incorrectly. The
following tips can help avoid these types of jams.
• Make sure all media meets the guidelines in "Media
Handling" in chapter 6.
• Make sure media is stored following the guidelines in
"Storing Media" in chapter 6.
• Make sure the correct size media is loaded in the selected
cassette or tray.
• When printing on various media, always follow the
guidelines in the corresponding sections of chapter 6
("Printing Transparencies," "Printing Envelopes,"
"Printing Labels," or "Printing on Variable Sized Media").
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