Acceptable Paper; Recommended Paper And Print Media; Paper Capacity Of The Paper Tray - Brother DCP-1600E User Manual

Chapter 2

Acceptable paper

Print quality may vary according to the type of
paper you are using.
Recommended paper and
print media
To get the best print quality, we suggest using
the following paper.
Paper Type Item
Plain paper
Xerox Premier TCF 80 g/m
Xerox Business 80 g/m
Recycled Paper Steinbeis Evolution White
80 g/m
Paper capacity of the paper
tray
Paper size A4, Letter, Legal, Folio, A5,
A5(Long Edge), B5,
Executive
Paper types Plain paper,
Recycled paper
No. of sheets
up to 150 (80 g/m
Paper weight
65 - 105 g/m
Some important guidelines when selecting
paper are:
 DO NOT use inkjet paper because it may
cause a paper jam or damage your
machine.
 Preprinted paper must use ink that can
withstand the temperature of the
machine's fusing process 200 °C.
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Types of paper to avoid
IMPORTANT
Some types of paper may not perform well
or may cause damage to your machine.
DO NOT use paper:
• that is highly textured
• that is extremely smooth or shiny
• that is curled or warped
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jams to occur.
• that is coated or has a chemical finish
• that is damaged, creased or folded
• that exceeds the recommended weight
specification in this guide
• with tabs and staples
• with letterheads using low temperature
dyes or thermography
• that is multipart or carbonless
• that is designed for inkjet printing
If you use any of the types of paper listed
above, they may damage your machine.
This damage is not covered under any
Brother warranty or service agreement.
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