IMPORTANT POINTS ABOUT PAPER

NAMES AND LOCATIONS OF TRAYS

When a large capacity tray is installed

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When two large capacity trays are installed

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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
8-1/2" x 11", A4, B5	SRA3, A3W, A3, B4, SRA4, 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 *1	Plain Paper 1	60 g/m² to 89 g/m ² (16 lbs. bond to 24 lbs. bond)
Plain Paper *1	Plain Paper 2	90 g/m² to 105 g/m ² (24 lbs. bond to 28 lbs. bond)
Heavy paper *2	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)
	Heavy paper 4	257 g/m² to 300 g/m ² (140 lbs. index to 110 lbs. cover)
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.
The use of dump or dry paper may result in poor transfer, fusing and paper feed. So store opened paper in a sealed plastic bag with a zipper.

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

Paper Type	Plain, Recycled, Colour, Letter Head, Pre-Printed, Punched, Glossy Paper, Embossed, Heavy Paper (106 g/m² (28 lbs. bond) to 360 g/m² (130 lbs. cover))
Paper Size	SRA3, A3W, A3, B4, SRA4, A4, A4W, A4R, B5, B5R, A5R, 13" x 19", 12" x 18", 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, 7-1/4" x 10-1/2", 9" x 12"

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" and “ Paper Tray Settings".
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 1/2	Tray 3	Tray 4	Bypass tray	Tray 5 Large capacity tray (MX-LC12/ MX-LCX3 N)	Large capacity trays		Bypass tray (for large capacity trays)	Inserter (Upper / Lower)
	Tray 1/2	Tray 3	Tray 4	Bypass tray	Tray 5 Large capacity tray (MX-LC12/ MX-LCX3 N)	Tray 5/7	Tray 6/8	Bypass tray (for large capacity trays)	Inserter (Upper / Lower)
Thin paper	-	-	-	Yes	-	Yes	Yes	Yes	-
Plain paper 1 (60 to 89 g/m² (16 to 24 lbs bond))	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Plain paper 2 (90 to 105 g/m² (24 to 28 lbs bond))	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Recycled paper	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Colour	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Letter head	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Pre-printed	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Pre-punched	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Heavy paper 1: 106 g/m² to 176 g/m² (28 lbs bond to 65 lbs cover)	-	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Heavy paper 2: 177 g/m² to 220 g/m² (65 lbs cover to 80 lbs cover)	-	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Heavy paper 3: 80 lbs cover to 140 lbs index (221 g/m² to 256 g/m²)	-	Yes	Yes	Yes	-	Yes	Yes	-	-
Heavy paper 4: 140 lbs index to 110 lbs cover (257 g/m² to 300 g/m²)	-	Yes	Yes	Yes	-	Yes	Yes	-	-
Heavy paper: 301 g/m² to 360 g/m² (110 lbs cover to 130 lbs cover)	-	-	-	Yes	-	Yes	Yes	-	-
Embossed	-	-	Yes	Yes	-	Yes	Yes	-	-
Envelope	-	-	Yes *	Yes	-	-	-	-	-
Tab paper	-	-	Yes	Yes	-	Yes	Yes	Yes	-
Transparency film	-	-	Yes	Yes	-	Yes	Yes	Yes	-
Labels	-	-	Yes	Yes	-	Yes	Yes	-	-
Glossy paper	-	-	-	Yes	-	Yes	Yes	-	-

Yes: Can be used
-: Cannot be used

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, Tray 5, Tray 6, Tray 7, Tray 8	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.

Paper that cannot be used

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 (15 lbs)
Heavy paper as thick as 360 g/m² (130 lbs. cover) 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
Japanese paper
Perforated paper