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Loading originals and print media

1.

Flex or fan the edge of the paper stack to separate the pages before 

loading originals.

2.

Load the original face up into the DADF. Ensure that the bottom of the 

original stack matches the paper size marked on the document input 

tray.

3.

Adjust the document width guides to the paper size.

SELECTING PRINT MEDIA

You can print on a variety of print media, such as plain paper, envelopes, 

labels, and transparencies. Always use print media that meet the guidelines 

for use with your printer. Print media that does not meet the guidelines 

outlined in this user’s guide may cause the following problems:

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Poor print quality

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Increased paper jams

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Premature wear on the printer.

Properties, such as weight, composition, grain, and moisture content, are 

important factors that affect the printer’s performance and the output quality. 

When you choose print materials, consider the following:

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The type, size and weight of the print media for your printer are 

described later in this section.

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Desired outcome: The print media you choose should be appropriate for 

your project.

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Brightness: Some print media are whiter than others and produce 

sharper, more vibrant images.

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Surface smoothness: The smoothness of the print media affects how 

crisp the printing looks on the paper.

Dust on the DADF glass may cause black lines on the printout. Always 

keep it clean.

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Some print media may meet all of the guidelines in this section and 

still not produce satisfactory results. This may be the result of 

improper handling, unacceptable temperature and humidity levels, 

or other variables over which Dell has no control.

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Before purchasing large quantities of print media, ensure that it 

meets the requirements specified in this user’s guide. 

Using print media that does not meet these specifications may cause 

problems, requiring repairs. Such repairs are not covered by Dell’s 

warranty or service agreements.