IMPORTANT POINTS ABOUT PAPER

NAMES AND LOCATIONS OF TRAYS

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THE DEFINITION OF "R" IN PAPER SIZE

Paper that can be set either in the portrait or landscape orientation	Paper that can only be set in the landscape orientation
A4, B5, 8-1/2" x 11"	A3W, A3, B4, 12" x 18", 11" x 17", 8-1/2" x 14", 8-1/2" x 13"
Paper set in the landscape orientation	Paper set in the portrait orientation	Can be placed only in the landscape orientation

APPLICABLE PAPER TYPES

This section describes paper types that can be used and those that cannot be used.
All types of paper other than plain paper are referred to as special media.

Caution

Various types of paper are commercially available, some of which cannot be used on the machine. Before using any paper, consult the dealer or nearest authorised service representative.
The image quality and toner fusibility of paper may change due to ambient conditions, operating conditions, and paper characteristics, resulting in image quality inferior to that of Sharp standard paper. Before using any paper, consult the dealer or nearest authorised service representative.
The use of non-recommended or non-usable paper may result in skewed feeding, misfeeds, poor toner fusing (the toner does not adhere to the paper well and can be rubbed off), or machine failure.
The use of non-recommended paper may result in misfeeds or poor image quality. Before using non-recommended paper, check whether printing can be performed properly.

Useable paper

Specifications of plain paper, heavy paper and thin paper

Plain Paper *	Plain Paper 1	60 g/m² to 89 g/m ² (16 lbs. bond to 24 lbs. bond)
Plain Paper *	Plain Paper 2	90 g/m² to 105 g/m ² (24 lbs. bond to 28 lbs. bond)
Heavy Paper	Heavy Paper 1	106 g/m² to 176 g/m ² (28 lbs. bond to 65 lbs. cover)
	Heavy Paper 2	177 g/m² to 220 g/m ² (65 lbs. cover to 80 lbs. cover)
	Heavy Paper 3	221 g/m² to 256 g/m ² (80 lbs. cover to 140 lbs. index)
Thin Paper		55 g/m² to 59 g/m ² (13 lbs. bond to 16 lbs. bond)

The category of "Useable paper" is based on Sharp standard paper.
If non-recommended paper is used, print quality may be affected even if a paper type setting that accords with the above paper divisions is selected. In that case, try setting the paper type to a type that is slightly heavier or slightly lighter than normal. For more information, consult the dealer or nearest authorised service representative.
For paper specifications, see the specifications in the "Start Guide".
Recycled paper, coloured paper and pre-punched paper must meet the same specifications as plain paper. Before using any paper, consult the dealer or nearest authorised service representative.
If the paper that was output is significantly curled, remove the paper from the cassette, turn the paper over so it is face down, and resume use.

Specifications of paper that can be used for two-sided printing

Paper Type	Plain, Recycled, Colour, Letter Head, Pre-Printed, Punched
Paper Size	A3, B4, A4, A4R, B5, B5R, A5R, 11" x 17", 8-1/2" x 14", 8-1/2" x 13-1/2", 8-1/2" x 13-2/5", 8-1/2" x 13", 8-1/2" x 11", 8-1/2" x 11"R, 5-1/2" x 8-1/2"R, 8K, 16K, 16KR, Custom (X direction: 182 mm to 432 mm (7-1/4" to 17"), Y direction: 132 mm to 297 mm (5-1/4" to 11-5/8"))

Types of paper that can be set in each tray

For detailed information on the sizes and types of paper that can be loaded into each tray of the machine, see "SPECIFICATIONS" in the "Start Guide".
Recycled paper, coloured paper and pre-punched paper must meet the same specifications as plain paper. Before using any paper, consult the dealer or nearest authorised service representative.

	Tray 1	Tray 21 Tray 32 Tray 4*2	Bypass tray
Plain Paper 1*3	Permitted	Permitted	Permitted
Plain Paper 2*3	Permitted	Permitted	Permitted
Heavy Paper 1*4	-	Permitted	Permitted
Heavy Paper 2*4	-	Permitted	Permitted
Heavy Paper 3*4	-	-	Permitted
Thin Paper*5	-	-	Permitted
Pre-Printed	Permitted	Permitted	Permitted
Recycle Paper	Permitted	Permitted	Permitted
Letter Head	Permitted	Permitted	Permitted
Pre-Punched	Permitted	Permitted	Permitted
Colour	Permitted	Permitted	Permitted
Labels	-	-	Permitted
Glossy Paper	-	-	Permitted
Transparency	-	-	Permitted
Envelope*6	-	-	Permitted

Setting orientation of the print side
The setting orientation varies for the print side of paper, depending on the tray used. For "Letter Head" and "Pre-Printed", set the paper in the reverse orientation.
Place with the print side facing the direction indicated below.

Tray	In normal status	With letter head or pre-printed paper set
Trays 1 - 4	Facing up	Facing down
Bypass	Facing down	Facing up

When [Disabling of Duplex] is set for "Letter Head" or "Pre-Printed", set the print side in the same orientation as for the ordinary operation.

Specifications of paper that can be used for two-sided printing

(When 500-sheet paper feed tray and Stand/2x500 sheet paper drawer are installed)
For tray 2 - 4, select "AutoAB" or "AutoIn" in "Paper Size Set", the size of paper is automatically detected.

AutoAB	A3, B4, A4, A4R, B5, 8-1/2" x 13"
AutoIn (Auto-Inch)	11" x 17", 8-1/2" x 14", 8-1/2" x 11", 8-1/2" x 11"R, 7-1/4" x 10-1/2"R

Paper that cannot be used

Tab paper
Emboss
Special media for an ink jet printer (fine paper, glossy paper, glossy film, etc.)
Carbon paper or thermal paper
Pasted paper
Paper with clips
Paper with fold marks
Torn paper
Oil-feed transparency film
Thin paper less than 55 g/m ² (13 lbs)
Heavy paper as thick as 257 g/m² (140 lbs. index) over
Irregularly shaped paper
Stapled paper
Damp paper
Curled paper
Paper whose print side or reverse side has been already printed on by printer or multifunction device.
Paper with a wave-like pattern due to moisture absorption
Paper with creases
Paper with dust

Non-recommended paper

Iron-on transfer paper
Perforated paper

IMPORTANT POINTS ABOUT PAPER

NAMES AND LOCATIONS OF TRAYS

THE DEFINITION OF "R" IN PAPER SIZE

APPLICABLE PAPER TYPES

Useable paper

Specifications of paper that can be used for two-sided printing

Specifications of paper that can be used for two-sided printing

Paper that cannot be used

Non-recommended paper

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