IMPORTANT POINTS ABOUT PAPER

NAMES AND LOCATIONS OF TRAYS

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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 SHARP Service Department.
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 SHARP Service Department.
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	16 lbs. bond to 24 lbs. bond (60 g/m² to 89 g/m²)
Plain Paper *	Plain Paper 2	24 lbs. bond to 28 lbs. bond (90 g/m² to 105 g/m²)
Heavy Paper	Heavy Paper 1	28 lbs. bond to 65 lbs. cover (106 g/m² to 176 g/m²)
Heavy Paper	Heavy Paper 2	65 lbs. cover to 80 lbs. cover (177 g/m² to 220 g/m²)
Thin Paper		13 lbs to 16 lbs (55 g/m² to 59 g/m²)

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 SHARP Service Department.
For paper specifications, see the specifications in the "Start Guide".
Recycled paper, colored paper and pre-punched paper must meet the same specifications as plain paper. Before using any paper, consult the dealer or nearest SHARP Service Department.
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, Color, Letter Head, Pre-Printed, Punched, Heavy Paper 1 (28 lbs. bond to 65 lbs. cover (106 g/m ² to 176 g/m²))
Paper Size	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", 5-1/2" x 8-1/2", A4, B5, A5, 16K, Custom (X direction: 8-3/8" to 14" (210 mm to 356 mm), Y direction: 5-1/2" to 8-1/2" (140 mm to 216 mm))

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" and " Paper Tray Settings".
Recycled paper, colored paper and pre-punched paper must meet the same specifications as plain paper. Before using any paper, consult the dealer or nearest SHARP Service Department.

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

Paper that cannot be used

Tab paper
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 15 lbs (55 g/m²)
Heavy paper as thick as 80 lbs. cover (221 g/m²) 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

Fusing pressure release lever

When printing with envelopes loaded, a message will appear to operate the fusing pressure release lever. Move the fusing pressure release lever from the "normal position" to the "lower pressure position" following the procedure below.

Messages may not be displayed depending on the setting.

Open out the right side cover.

Gently open the cover.

Move the fusing pressure release lever (two) to the lower pressure position as shown.

Close the right side cover.

When the paper type is changed to other than envelopes after feeding envelopes, the following message is displayed. Return the lever to the normal position.

Warning

The fusing unit is hot. Take care not to burn yourself when operating the fusing unit pressure adjusting levers.