Avoid paper jams
To help avoid paper jams, follow these guidelines.
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Remove printed papers from the output tray frequently.
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Make sure that you are printing with paper that is not wrinkled, folded, or damaged.
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Prevent curled or wrinkled paper by storing all unused paper flat in a resealable bag.
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Do not use paper that is too thick or too thin for the printer.
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Ensure that paper loaded in the input tray lays flat and the edges are not bent or torn.
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Make sure that the tray is loaded correctly and is not too full. For more information, see Load
paper on page 11.
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Do not combine different paper types and paper sizes in the input tray; the entire stack of paper
in the input tray must be the same size and type.
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Adjust the paper guides in the input tray to fit snugly against all paper. Make sure the paper
guides does not bend the paper in the input tray.
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Do not force paper too far forward in the input tray.
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If you are printing on both sides of a page, do not print highly saturated images on light weight
paper.
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Use paper types that are recommended for the printer. For more information, see Paper
specifications on page 105.
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Make sure that the printer is clean.
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