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NOTE:
If an error message appears on the control panel display, see the Chapter titled "Error
Messages" in the User Manual.
Testing the 550 Sheet Feeder
After installing the 550 sheet paper feeder, use the following test procedure to verify that the feeder
is operating correctly.
1.
Turn the printer on by pressing the [ I ] on the power switch on the right side of the printer.
2.
Once the printer has warmed up and displays the "Ready" message on the control panel dis-
play, use any software application to print a few sheets from each of the feeder trays.
3.
If the feeder does not feed paper or if the control panel displays an error message, refer
to"Solving 550 Sheet Feeder Problems" on page 16.
Selecting Print Media
Your printer can print on a variety of media, including plain paper, labels, transparencies, and enve-
lopes. Always use print media that meet the guidelines for use with this printer. Print media that is
not recommended for use with this printer may cause frequent paper jams or poor print quality.
Paper and Print Media To Avoid
Do not use paper or print media that has any of the following characteristics:
Does not meet the paper and media size and weight specifications for this printer
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Is not labeled for use with xerographic printers or xerographic copiers
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Cannot withstand temperatures of up to 310°F/155°C
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Is in a sealed package that is obviously damaged or wet
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Is excessively wrinkled, curled, torn, or warped
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Is folded or creased
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Has either an extremely slick surface or an extremely textured surface
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Has an exposed adhesive surface
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Has paper pieces glued or taped to the media
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Has staples or paper clips attached
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Is categorized as thermal paper, coated paper, or carbon paper
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Is an envelope that is embossed, is made of extremely thick paper, or is padded
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Is an envelope that has metal clasps
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Is a sheet of labels that has the backing sheet exposed between individual labels
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Correct Paper Storage
It is important to store paper correctly prior to placing it in the printer, since improper storage can
cause frequent paper jams and poor print quality. Use the following guidelines when storing paper
for use in the printer:
Store reams of paper on a flat surface, and always store them stacked horizontally.
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Testing the 550 Sheet Feeder
Genicom
microLaser 210 User Guide 7-11
Publication No. GEG-99054
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