Lexmark 34S0305, 34S5164, 34S0300 User Manual

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Lexmark E260, E260d, and E260dn Series

User's Guide

February 2011 www.lexmark.com

Machine type(s):

4513

Model(s):

200, 220, 230

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Safety information.......................................................................................7

Learning about the printer...........................................................................9

Thank you for choosing this printer!.........................................................................................................9

Finding information about the printer......................................................................................................9

Selecting a location for the printer..........................................................................................................10

Printer configurations.............................................................................................................................11

Understanding the printer control panel................................................................................................14

Additional printer setup.............................................................................16

Installing internal options........................................................................................................................16

Available internal options ................................................................................................................................. 16

Accessing the system board to install internal options ....................................................................................16

Installing a memory card ..................................................................................................................................17

Installing hardware options.....................................................................................................................19

Installing a 250- or 550-sheet drawer............................................................................................................... 19

Printing the printer settings configuration sheet .............................................................................................22

Attaching cables......................................................................................................................................22

Setting up the printer software...............................................................................................................23

Installing printer software ................................................................................................................................23

Updating available options in the printer driver ..............................................................................................24

Minimizing your printer's environmental impact........................................26

Saving paper and toner...........................................................................................................................26

Using recycled paper and other office papers.................................................................................................. 26

Conserving supplies ..........................................................................................................................................26

Saving energy..........................................................................................................................................27

Adjusting Power Saver ...................................................................................................................................... 27

Recycling..................................................................................................................................................27

Recycling Lexmark products .............................................................................................................................28

Recycling Lexmark packaging............................................................................................................................28

Returning Lexmark cartridges for reuse or recycling........................................................................................ 28

Interpreting the printer control panel lights...............................................29

Understanding the printer control panel light sequences......................................................................29

Understanding the primary light sequences.....................................................................................................29

Understanding the secondary error light sequences........................................................................................36

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Loading paper and specialty media............................................................40

Setting the paper size and type...............................................................................................................40

Configuring Universal paper settings......................................................................................................40

Loading the standard 250-sheet tray......................................................................................................40

Loading the optional 250- or 550-sheet tray...........................................................................................45

Using the manual feeder.........................................................................................................................46

Using the standard exit bin and paper stop............................................................................................47

Linking and unlinking trays......................................................................................................................48

Linking trays ...................................................................................................................................................... 48

Unlinking trays .................................................................................................................................................. 48

Assigning a custom paper type name to a tray.................................................................................................48

Paper and specialty media guide................................................................50

Paper guidelines......................................................................................................................................50

Paper capacities................................................................................................................................................50

Paper characteristics.........................................................................................................................................50

Unacceptable paper..........................................................................................................................................51

Selecting paper .................................................................................................................................................52

Selecting preprinted forms and letterhead ......................................................................................................52

Storing paper...........................................................................................................................................52

Supported paper sizes, types, and weights.............................................................................................53

Paper sizes supported by the printer................................................................................................................ 53

Paper types and weights supported by the printer .......................................................................................... 54

Printing......................................................................................................56

Printing a document................................................................................................................................56

Printing a document .........................................................................................................................................56

Printing on both sides of the paper.........................................................................................................57

Printing on both sides of the paper ..................................................................................................................57

Printing on both sides of the paper manually................................................................................................... 57

Printing specialty documents..................................................................................................................59

Tips on using letterhead ...................................................................................................................................59

Tips on using transparencies ............................................................................................................................ 60

Tips on using envelopes....................................................................................................................................60

Tips on using labels........................................................................................................................................... 61

Tips on using card stock....................................................................................................................................61

Printing a booklet (Windows) ...........................................................................................................................62

Printing information pages......................................................................................................................62

Printing the menu settings and network setup pages ......................................................................................62

Printing the print quality test pages ................................................................................................................. 63

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Canceling a print job................................................................................................................................64

Canceling a print job from the printer control panel........................................................................................64

Canceling a print job from the computer ......................................................................................................... 64

Setting Jam Recovery..............................................................................................................................65

Understanding printer menus....................................................................66

Installing the Local Printer Settings Utility..............................................................................................66

Using the Local Printer Settings Utility....................................................................................................66

Using the Finishing menu........................................................................................................................67

Paper menu.............................................................................................................................................68

Default Source menu ........................................................................................................................................ 68

Size/Type menu ................................................................................................................................................68

Paper Texture menu ......................................................................................................................................... 70

Paper Weight menu ..........................................................................................................................................72

Paper Loading menu .........................................................................................................................................73

Custom Types menu ......................................................................................................................................... 73

Universal Setup menu.......................................................................................................................................74

Settings menu..........................................................................................................................................75

General Settings menu ..................................................................................................................................... 75

Setup menu.......................................................................................................................................................77

Finishing menu.................................................................................................................................................. 78

Quality menu ................................................................................................................... ................................. 80

PostScript menu................................................................................................................................................ 81

PCL Emul menu ................................................................................................................................................. 81

Maintaining the printer..............................................................................84

Cleaning the exterior of the printer........................................................................................................84

Storing supplies.......................................................................................................................................84

Checking the status of supplies...............................................................................................................84

Checking the status of supplies from a network computer..............................................................................84

Ordering supplies....................................................................................................................................85

Ordering toner cartridges ................................................................................................................................. 85

Ordering a photoconductor kit ......................................................................................................................... 86

Replacing supplies...................................................................................................................................86

Replacing the toner cartridge ........................................................................................................................... 86

Replacing the photoconductor kit .................................................................................................................... 88

Moving the printer..................................................................................................................................91

Before moving the printer ................................................................................................................................ 91

Moving the printer to another location............................................................................................................ 91

Shipping the printer.......................................................................................................................................... 92

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Administrative support..............................................................................93

Finding advanced networking and administrator information...............................................................93

Restoring the factory default settings.....................................................................................................93

Clearing jams..............................................................................................94

Avoiding jams..........................................................................................................................................94

Accessing jam areas.................................................................................................................................94

Understanding jam lights and access locations.......................................................................................95

Clearing jams behind the photoconductor kit and toner cartridge.........................................................99

Clearing jams from the standard exit bin..............................................................................................101

Clearing jams from Tray 1.....................................................................................................................101

Clearing jams from Tray 2.....................................................................................................................103

Clearing jams in the manual feeder......................................................................................................104

Clearing jams behind the rear door.......................................................................................................105

Troubleshooting.......................................................................................107

Understanding printer messages..........................................................................................................107

Close door .......................................................................................................................................................107

Load <input src> with <custom type name>...................................................................................................107

Load <input src> with <custom string>........................................................................................................... 107

Load <input src> with <size>........................................................................................................................... 107

Load <input src> with <type> <size>............................................................................................................... 107

Load manual feeder with <type> <size> .........................................................................................................107

Load manual feeder with <custom type name> ............................................................................................. 108

Load manual feeder with <custom string> .....................................................................................................108

Remove paper from standard output bin ....................................................................................................... 108

31 Defective cartridge ....................................................................................................................................108

32.yy Replace unsupported cartridge.............................................................................................................108

58 Too many flash options installed ...............................................................................................................108

58 Too many trays attached ........................................................................................................................... 109

59 Incompatible tray <x> ................................................................................................................................109

88 Replace toner............................................................................................................................................. 109

Solving basic printer problems..............................................................................................................109

Solving printing problems.....................................................................................................................110

Jobs do not print ............................................................................................................................................. 110

Multiple-language PDFs do not print ..............................................................................................................111

Job takes longer than expected to print .........................................................................................................111

Job prints from the wrong tray or on the wrong paper.................................................................................. 111

Incorrect characters print ............................................................................................................................... 112

Tray linking does not work.............................................................................................................................. 112

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Large jobs do not collate................................................................................................................................. 112

Solving option problems........................................................................................................................113

Option does not operate correctly or quits after it is installed ...................................................................... 113

Drawers........................................................................................................................................................... 113

Memory card .................................................................................................................................................. 114

Solving paper feed problems.................................................................................................................114

Paper frequently jams..................................................................................................................................... 114

Paper jam lights remain on after jam is cleared .............................................................................................114

Page that jammed does not reprint after the jam is cleared.......................................................................... 115

Solving print quality problems..............................................................................................................115

Isolating print quality problems...................................................................................................................... 115

Blank pages ..................................................................................................................................................... 116

Characters have jagged or uneven edges .......................................................................................................116

Clipped images................................................................................................................................................ 116

Gray background............................................................................................................................................. 117

Ghost images .................................................................................................................................................. 117

Incorrect margins............................................................................................................................................ 118

Paper curl........................................................................................................................................................ 118

Print is too dark .............................................................................................................................................. 118

Print is too light...............................................................................................................................................119

Skewed print ................................................................................................................................................... 120

Toner fog or background shading appears on the page ................................................................................. 120

Toner rubs off .................................................................................................................................................120

Toner specks ................................................................................................................................................... 121

Transparency print quality is poor .................................................................................................................. 121

Streaked horizontal lines ................................................................................................................................121

Streaked vertical lines.....................................................................................................................................122

Solid black or white streaks appear on transparencies or paper....................................................................123

Contacting Customer Support...............................................................................................................124

Notices.....................................................................................................125

Product information..............................................................................................................................125

Edition notice........................................................................................................................................125

Power consumption..............................................................................................................................129

Index........................................................................................................139

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Safety information

CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: See the enclosed Safety Sheet before making any cable or electrical connection.

Connect the power cord to a properly grounded electrical outlet that is near the product and easily accessible.

Do not place or use this product near water or wet locations.

CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: This product uses a laser. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Use care when you replace a lithium battery.

CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: There is a danger of explosion if a lithium battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace it only with the same or an equivalent type of lithium battery. Do not recharge, disassemble, or incinerate a lithium battery. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions and local regulations.

CAUTION—HOT SURFACE: The inside of the printer might be hot. To reduce the risk of injury from a hot component, allow the surface to cool before touching.

CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: The printer weight is greater than 18 kg (40 lb) and requires two or more trained personnel to move it safely.

CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: Before moving the printer, follow these guidelines to avoid personal injury or printer damage:

• Turn the printer off using the power switch, and then unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.

• Disconnect all cords and cables from the printer before moving it.

• Lift the printer off the optional drawer, and set it aside instead of trying to lift the drawer and printer at the same

time.

Note: Use the handholds located on both sides of the printer to lift it off the optional drawer.

Use only the power cord provided with this product or the manufacturer's authorized replacement.

CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: If you are accessing the system board or installing optional hardware or memory devices sometime after setting up the printer, then turn the printer off, and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before continuing. If you have any other devices attached to the printer, then turn them off as well, and unplug any cables going into the printer.

CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: Make sure that all external connections (such as Ethernet and telephone system connections) are properly installed in their marked plug-in ports.

This product is designed, tested, and approved to meet strict global safety standards with the use of specific manufacturer's components. The safety features of some parts may not always be obvious. The manufacturer is not responsible for the use of other replacement parts.

CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: Do not cut, twist, bind, crush, or place heavy objects on the power cord. Do not subject the power cord to abrasion or stress. Do not pinch the power cord between objects such as furniture and walls. If any of these things happen, a risk of fire or electrical shock results. Inspect the power cord regularly for signs of such problems. Remove the power cord from the electrical outlet before inspecting it.

Refer service or repairs, other than those described in the user documentation, to a professional service person.

CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: To avoid the risk of electric shock when cleaning the exterior of the printer, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet and disconnect all cables from the printer before proceeding.

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CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: Do not use the fax feature during a lightning storm. Do not set up this product or

make any electrical or cabling connections, such as the fax feature, power cord, or telephone, during a lightning storm.

CAUTION—TIPPING HAZARD: Floor-mounted configurations require additional furniture for stability. You must use either a printer stand or printer base if you are using a high-capacity input tray, a duplex unit and an input option, or more than one input option. If you purchased a multifunction printer (MFP) that scans, copies, and faxes, you may need additional furniture. For more information, see www.lexmark.com/multifunctionprinters.

See the product User's Guide for additional safety information.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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Learning about the printer

Thank you for choosing this printer!

We've worked hard to make sure it will meet your needs.

To start using your new printer right away, use the setup materials that came with the printer, and then skim the User’s Guide to learn how to perform basic tasks. To get the most out of your printer, read the User’s Guide carefully, and make sure you check the latest updates on our Web site.

We're committed to delivering performance and value with our printers, and we want to make sure you're satisfied. If you do encounter any problems along the way, one of our knowledgeable support representatives will be delighted to help you get back on track fast. And if you find something we could do better, please let us know. After all, you are the reason we do what we do, and your suggestions help us do it better.

Finding information about the printer

What are you looking for? Find it here

Initial setup instructions:

• Connecting the printer

• Installing the printer software

Additional setup and instructions for using the printer:

• Selecting and storing paper and specialty media

• Loading paper

• Performing printing depending on your printer model

• Configuring printer settings

• Viewing and printing documents and photos

• Setting up and using printer software

• Setting up and configuring the printer on a network,

depending on your printer model

• Caring for and maintaining the printer

• Troubleshooting and solving problems

Help using the printer software Windows or Mac Help—Open a printer software program

Setup documentation—The setup documentation came with the printer and is also available on the Lexmark Web site at http://support.lexmark.com.

User's Guide—The User's Guide is available on the Software and Documentation CD.

For updates, check our Web site at http://support.lexmark.com.

or application, and then click Help.

Click

Notes:

to view context-sensitive information.

• The Help installs automatically with the printer

software.

• The printer software is located in the printer

Program folder or on the desktop, depending on your operating system.

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What are you looking for? Find it here

The latest supplemental information, updates, and technical support:

• Documentation

• Driver downloads

• Live chat support

• E-mail support

• Telephone support

Lexmark Support Web site—

http://support.lexmark.com

Note: Select your region, and then select your product to

view the appropriate support site. Support telephone numbers and hours of operation for

your region or country can be found on the Support Web site or on the printed warranty that came with your printer.

Record the following information (located on the store receipt and the back of the printer), and have it ready when you contact support so that they may serve you faster:

• Machine Type number

• Serial number

• Date purchased

• Store where purchased

Warranty information Warranty information varies by country or region:

• In the US—See the Statement of Limited Warranty

included with this printer, or at http://support.lexmark.com.

• Rest of the world—See the printed warranty that

came with your printer.

Selecting a location for the printer

When selecting a location for the printer, leave enough room to open trays, covers, and doors. If you plan to install any options, leave enough room for them also. It is important to:

• Make sure airflow in the room meets the latest revision of the ASHRAE 62 standard.

• Provide a flat, sturdy, and stable surface.

• Keep the printer: – Away from the direct airflow of air conditioners, heaters, or ventilators – Free from direct sunlight, humidity extremes, or temperature fluctuations – Clean, dry, and free of dust

• Allow the following recommended amount of space around the printer for proper ventilation:

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1 Rear 300 mm (12 in.)

2 Right side 200 mm (8 in.)

3 Front 300 mm (12 in.)

4 Left side 12.7 mm (0.5 in.)

5 Top 300 mm (12 in.)

Printer configurations

Basic model

The following illustration shows the printer front with its basic features or parts:

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1 Front door release button

2 Paper stop

3 Standard exit bin

4 Printer control panel

5 System board door

6 Standard 250-sheet tray (Tray 1)

7 Manual feeder door

8 Front door

The following illustration shows the printer back with its basic features or parts:

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1 Rear door

2 Ethernet port

Note: The Ethernet port is a feature on network models only.

3 USB port

4 Parallel port

5 Printer power cord socket

6 Power switch

7 Security slot

Configured models

The following illustration shows the printer configured with an optional 250- or 550-sheet drawer:

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1 Front door release button

2 Paper stop

3 Standard exit bin

4 Printer control panel

5 System board door

6 Standard 250-sheet tray (Tray 1)

7 Optional 250- or 550-sheet drawer (Tray 2)

8 Manual feeder door

9 Front door

Understanding the printer control panel

The printer control panel features six lights and two buttons.

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Item

1 Error light

2 Jam light

3 Load paper light

4 Toner light

5 Ready light

6 Continue button

7 Stop button

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Additional printer setup

Installing internal options

CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: If you are accessing the system board or installing optional hardware or memory

devices sometime after setting up the printer, then turn the printer off, and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before continuing. If you have any other devices attached to the printer, then turn them off as well, and unplug any cables going into the printer.

You can customize your printer connectivity and memory capacity by adding optional cards. The instructions in this section explain how to install the available cards; you can also use them to locate a card for removal.

Available internal options

Memory cards

• Printer memory

• Flash memory

• Fonts

Accessing the system board to install internal options

CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: If you are accessing the system board or installing optional hardware or memory

1 As you face the printer, the system board door is on the right side. Open the system board door.

2 Use the following illustration to locate the appropriate connector.

Warning—Potential Damage: System board electronic components are easily damaged by static electricity. Touch

a metal surface on the printer before touching any system board electronic components or connectors.

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1 Ethernet connector

Note: The Ethernet port is a feature on network models only.

2 USB port

3 Parallel connector

4 Memory card connector

5 Optional card connector

6 Optional card connector

Installing a memory card

CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: If you are accessing the system board or installing optional hardware or memory

Warning—Potential Damage: System board electronic components are easily damaged by static electricity. Touch a metal surface on the printer before touching any system board electronic components or connectors.

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An optional memory card can be purchased separately and attached to the system board. To install the memory card:

1 Turn the printer off.

2 Access the system board.

3 Unpack the memory card.

Note: Avoid touching the connection points along the edge of the card.

4 Align the memory card with its connector on the system board.

5 Push open the latches on both ends of the memory connector.

Warning—Potential Damage: Memory cards are easily damaged by static electricity. Touch a grounded metal

surface before you touch a memory card.

Note: Memory cards designed for other printers may not work with your printer.

6 Push the memory card into the connector until the latches click into place.

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It may require some force to fully seat the card.

7 Ensure that each latch fits over the notch on each end of the card.

8 Close the system board door.

9 Turn the printer back on.

10 Open the printers folder:

a Click , or click Start and then click Run.

b In the Start Search or Run box, type control printers.

c Press Enter, or click OK.

The printers folder opens.

11 Right-click your printer icon.

12 Click Properties.

13 Click Install Options.

Note: Memory cards designed for other printers may not work with your printer.

14 Click Ask Printer.

15 Click OK.

16 Click OK, and then close the printers folder.

Installing hardware options

Installing a 250- or 550-sheet drawer

CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: The printer weight is greater than 18 kg (40 lb) and requires two or more trained

personnel to move it safely.

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An optional drawer attaches under the printer. A drawer consists of two parts: a tray and a support unit. The printer supports one optional drawer; you can install a 250- or 550-sheet drawer.

1 Unpack the drawer, and remove any packing material.

2 Remove the tray from the support unit.

1 Support unit

2 Tray

3 Remove any packing material and tape from inside the tray.

4 Insert the tray into the support unit.

5 Place the drawer in the location chosen for the printer.

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6 Align the outer edges of the printer with the outer edges of the drawer, and then slowly lower the printer into place.

7 Turn the printer back on.

8 Open the printers folder:

a Click , or click Start and then click Run.

b In the Start Search or Run box, type control printers.

c Press Enter, or click OK.

The printers folder opens.

9 Right-click the icon of your printer.

10 Click Properties.

11 Click Install Options.

12 Click Ask Printer.

13 Click OK.

14 Click OK, and then close the printers folder.

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Printing the printer settings configuration sheet

The printer settings configuration sheet shows the current configuration settings. It also provides instructions on how to navigate through the configuration menus to select and save new settings. To print the printer settings configuration sheet:

1 Turn the printer off.

2 Open the front door.

3 Press and hold as you turn the printer on.

All the lights cycle.

4 Release .

5 Close the front door.

The light sequence representing the home menu appears.

Home Menu

- On

6 Press until all the lights cycle.

The printer settings configuration sheet prints.

Note: The sheet prints only when the home menu light sequence is on.

Attaching cables

1 Connect the printer to a computer or a network.

• For a local connection, use a USB or parallel cable.

• For a network connection, use an Ethernet cable.

2 Connect the power cord to the printer first and then to a wall outlet.

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1 Ethernet port

Note: The Ethernet port is a feature on network models only.

2 USB port

3 Parallel port

4 Printer power cord socket

Setting up the printer software

Installing printer software

A printer driver is software that lets the computer communicate with the printer. The printer software is typically installed during the initial printer setup.

For Windows users

1 Close all open software programs.

2 Insert the Software and Documentation CD.

3 From the main installation dialog, click Install Printer and Software.

4 Follow the instructions on the computer screen.

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For Macintosh users

1 Close all open software applications.

2 Insert the Software and Documentation CD.

3 From the Finder desktop, double-click the printer CD icon that automatically appears.

4 Double-click the Install Printer and Software icon.

5 Follow the instructions on the computer screen.

Using the World Wide Web

1 Go to the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com.

2 From the Drivers & Downloads menu, click Driver Finder.

3 Select your printer, and then select your operating system.

4 Download the driver and install the printer software.

Updating available options in the printer driver

Once the printer software and any options are installed, it may be necessary to manually add the options in the printer driver to make them available for print jobs.

For Windows users

1 Open the Printers folder:

a Click , or click Start and then click Run.

b In the Start Search or Run box, type control printers.

c Press Enter, or click OK.

The printer folder opens.

2 Select the printer.

3 Right-click the printer, and then select Properties.

4 Click the Install Options tab.

5 Under Available Options, add any installed hardware options.

6 Click Apply.

For Macintosh users

In Mac OS X version 10.5 or later

From the Apple menu, choose System Preferences.

2 Click Print & Fax.

3 Select the printer, and then click Options & Supplies.

4 Click Driver, and then add any installed hardware options.

5 Click OK.

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In Mac OS X version 10.4 and earlier

From the Finder desktop, choose Go > Applications.

2 Double-click Utilities, and then double-click Print Center or Printer Setup Utility.

3 Select the printer, and then from the Printers menu, choose Show Info.

4 From the pop-up menu, choose Installable Options.

5 Add any installed hardware options, and then click Apply Changes.

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Minimizing your printer's environmental impact

Lexmark is committed to environmental sustainability and is continually improving its printers to reduce their impact on the environment. We design with the environment in mind, engineer our packaging to reduce materials, and provide collection and recycling programs. For more information, see:

• The Notices chapter

• The Environmental Sustainability section of the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com/environment

• The Lexmark recycling program at www.lexmark.com/recycle

By selecting certain printer settings or tasks, you may be able to reduce your printer's impact even further. This chapter outlines the settings and tasks that may yield a greater environmental benefit.

Saving paper and toner

Using recycled paper and other office papers

As an environmentally conscious company, Lexmark supports the use of recycled office paper produced specifically for use in laser (electrophotographic) printers. In 1998, Lexmark presented to the US government a study demonstrating that recycled paper produced by major mills in the US fed as well as non-recycled paper. However, no blanket statement can be made that all recycled paper will feed well.

Lexmark consistently tests its printers with recycled paper (20–100% post-consumer waste) and a variety of test paper from around the world, using chamber tests for different temperature and humidity conditions. Lexmark has found no reason to discourage the use of today's recycled office papers, but generally the following property guidelines apply to recycled paper.

• Low moisture content (4–5%)

• Suitable smoothness (100–200 Sheffield units, or 140–350 Bendtsen units, European)

Note: Some much smoother papers (such as premium 24 lb laser papers, 50–90 Sheffield units) and much rougher papers (such as premium cotton papers, 200–300 Sheffield units) have been engineered to work very well in laser printers, despite surface texture. Before using these types of paper, consult your paper supplier.

• Suitable sheet-to-sheet coefficient of friction (0.4–0.6)

• Sufficient bending resistance in the direction of feed

Recycled paper, paper of lower weight (<60 g/m that is cut grain-short for portrait (or short-edge) fed printers may have lower bending resistance than is required for reliable paper feeding. Before using these types of paper for laser (electrophotographic) printing, consult your paper supplier. Remember that these are general guidelines only and that paper meeting these guidelines may still cause paper feeding problems in any laser printer (for example, if the paper curls excessively under normal printing conditions).

[16 lb bond]) and/or lower caliper (<3.8 mils [0.1 mm]), and paper

Conserving supplies

There are a number of ways you can reduce the amount of paper and toner you use when printing. You can:

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Use both sides of the paper

If your printer model supports duplex printing, you can control whether print appears on one or two sides of the paper by selecting 2-sided printing from the Print dialog or the Lexmark Toolbar.

Place multiple pages on one sheet of paper

You can print up to 16 consecutive pages of a multiple-page document onto one side of a single sheet of paper by selecting a setting from the Multipage printing (N-Up) section of the Print dialog.

Check your first draft for accuracy

Before printing or making multiple copies of a document:

• Use the preview feature, which you can select from the Print dialo g or the Lexmark Toolbar, to see how the document

will look before you print it.

• Print one copy of the document to check its content and format for accuracy.

Avoid paper jams

Carefully select and load paper to avoid paper jams. For more information, see “Avoiding jams” on page 94.

Saving energy

Adjusting Power Saver

Increase or decrease the number of minutes before the printer enters Power Saver mode.

If your printer is connected to a computer by a USB or parallel cable, use the Local Printer Settings Utility for Windows or Printer Settings for Macintosh.

1 Click Setup.

2 Ensure that the Power Saver check box is selected.

3 Clicking the small arrow buttons, increase or decrease the number of minutes before the printer enters Power Saver

mode. Available settings range from 1–240 minutes.

4 From the menu bar, click Actions  Apply Settings.

Recycling

Lexmark provides collection programs and environmentally progre ssi ve ap pro ac hes to recycl ing. For mor e inform ation, see:

• The Notices chapter

• The Environmental Sustainability section of the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com/environment

• The Lexmark recycling program at www.lexmark.com/recycle

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Recycling Lexmark products

To return Lexmark products to Lexmark for recycling:

1 Visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com/recycle.

2 Find the product type you want to recycle, and then select your country from the list.

3 Follow the instructions on the computer screen.

Recycling Lexmark packaging

Lexmark continually strives to minimize packaging. Less packaging helps to ensure that Lexmark printers ar e transported in the most efficient and environmentally sensitive manner and that there is less packaging to dispose of. These efficiencies result in fewer greenhouse emissions, energy savings, and natural resource savings.

Lexmark cartons are 100% recyclable where corrugated recycling facilities exist. Facilities may not exist in your area.

The foam used in Lexmark packaging is recyclable where foam recycling facilities exist. Facilities may not exist in your area.

When you return a cartridge to Lexmark, you can reuse the box that the cartridge came in. Lexmark will recycle the box.

Returning Lexmark cartridges for reuse or recycling

The Lexmark Cartridge Collection Program diverts millions of Lexmark cartridges from landfills annually by making it both easy and free for Lexmark customers to return used cartridges to Lexmark for reuse or recycling. One hundred percent of the empty cartridges returned to Lexmark are either reused or demanufactured for recycling. Boxes used to return the cartridges are also recycled.

To return Lexmark cartridges for reuse or recycling, follow the instructions that came with your printer or cartridge and use the pre-paid shipping label. You can also:

1 Visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com/recycle.

2 From the Toner Cartridges section, select your country from the list.

3 Follow the instructions on the computer screen.

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Interpreting the printer control panel lights

Understanding the printer control panel light sequences

Understanding the primary light sequences

Printer control panel Lights and buttons

1 Error 2 Jam 3 Load paper 4 Toner 5 Ready 6 Continue 7 Stop

The printer control panel features six lights and two buttons. The lights can be on, off, blinking, or blinking slowly.

Light sequence What to do

Turn the printer off, and then on. If the lights are still blinking, then visit the Lexmark support Web site at http://support.lexmark.com.

Service Error

- Blinking

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Light sequence What to do

Replace the photoconductor kit.

Replace PC Kit

- Blinking

- On

Send a print job.

Ready

- On (green)

Power Saver

- On (yellow)

Send a print job.

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Light sequence What to do

Use Hex Trace to troubleshoot printing problems. Turn the printer off, and then on to return to the Ready state.

Hex Trace Ready

- Slowly Blinking

Wait or press .

Busy

- Blinking

Flushing Buffer

- Blinking

Wait until the printer returns to the Ready state.

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Light sequence What to do

Wait for the light sequence to clear.

Waiting

- On

Wait for the light sequence to clear.

Canceling job

- On

Invalid Engine Code or Invalid Network Code

- On

Press twice to get the secondary message.

Use valid code when programming the printer.

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Light sequence What to do

Press and release either or to return to the Ready state.

Not ready

- On

Replace the toner cartridge with one suitable for your region.

Note: This LED pattern also indicates other problems with the

cartridge. Press see the secondary message. For more information, see “Understanding the secondary error light sequences” on page 36.

twice quickly to

Cartridge error

- On

Front door is open

- On

Close the front door.

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Light sequence What to do

Load paper in Tray 1 or Tray 2, and then press

No paper in Tray 1 or Tray 2

- On

Load paper in the manual feeder.

or .

No paper in the manual feeder

- On

Remove paper from the standard exit bin

- Blinking

Remove printed pages from the standard exit bin, and then press

and release sequence and continue printing.

to clear the light

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Light sequence What to do

• Press and release to clear

the light sequence and continue processing the print job.

• With the printer turned off,

remove the toner cartridge and shake it to extend its life.

• Replace the toner cartridge,

and then turn the printer on.

Cartridge is low

- On

• Press and release to clear

the light sequence and continue processing the print job.

• Replace the photoconductor

kit.

PC Kit life warning

- On

The following light sequences show that there is a secondary error code or secondary jam code to read:

Light sequence What to do

Press twice quickly to see the secondary error code.

Printer error

- On

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Light sequence What to do

Press twice quickly to see the secondary paper jam code.

Paper jam

- On

Understanding the secondary error light sequences

When the and lights are on simultaneously, press twice quickly to see the secondary error code.

Printer control panel Lights and buttons

1 Error 2 Jam 3 Load paper 4 Toner 5 Ready 6 Continue 7 Stop

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Light sequences What you can do

Press either or to clear the light sequence.

Complex page, some data may not have printed

- On

Press to print the remaining pages of the job.

Insufficient memory to collate job

- On

Insufficient memory to support Resource Save feature

- On

- Blinking

- On

• Install additional printer

memory.

• Press either or to clear the

light sequence. Job will be printed without Resource Save.

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Light sequences What you can do

Press to clear the code. The printer discards any print jobs previously sent.

Host interface disabled

- On

- Blinking

- On

• Ensure that the paper you loaded

is large enough.

• Clear any paper jam.

• Press to clear the code and

continue the print job.

Paper size is small

- On

Cartridge region mismatch

- On

- Blinking

- On

Replace the toner cartridge with one that is suitable for your region. For more information, see “Replacing the toner cartridge” on page 86.

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Light sequences What you can do

Replace the toner cartridge. For more information, see “Replacing the toner cartridge” on page 86.

Replace missing or defective cartridge

- On

- Blinking

- On

Remove the toner cartridge and replace it with a supported toner cartridge. For more information, see “Replacing the toner cartridge” on page 86.

Cartridge part number not supported by device

- On

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Loading paper and specialty media

This section explains how to load the 250- and 550-sheet trays, and the manual feeder. It also includes information about setting the Paper Size and Paper Type.

Setting the paper size and type

Ensure that the settings for the trays reflect the size and type of paper loaded in the trays. The factory default paper type setting is plain paper, so the paper type setting must be set manually for all trays that do not contain plain paper.

If the printer is on a network, access the Embedded Web Server by typing the IP address of the printer in the address bar of a Web browser. From the Settings tab, click Paper Menu.

If the printer is connected to a computer by a USB or parallel cable, use one of the following utilities to access the Paper menu, depending on your operating system:

• For Windows users, access the Paper menu through the Local Printer Settings Utility.

• For Macintosh users, access the Paper menu through the Printer Settings.

Note: The Paper Size and Type settings will be saved until you reset factory default settings. If you would like to override the Paper Size and Type settings for a special print job, do one of the following:

• For Windows users, click File  Print, and then click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup.

• For Macintosh users, choose File > Print, and then adjust the settings from the print dialog and pop-up menus.

Configuring Universal paper settings

The Universal Paper Size is a user-defined setting that lets you print on paper sizes that are not preset in the printer menus. Defining a specific height and width measurement for the Universal paper size, in the portrait orientation, allows the printer to support the size. Specify all of the following Universal size settings for your paper:

• Units of measure (inches or millimeters)

• Portrait Width

• Portrait Height

Note: The smallest supported Universal size is 76.2 x 127 mm (3 x 5 in.); the largest is 216 x 356 mm (8.5 x 14 in.).

• If the printer is connected to a computer by a USB or parallel cable, open the Local Printer Settings Utility for

Windows or Printer Settings for Macintosh. One of these utilities installs with your printer software. Under the Paper menu, select Universal in the Paper Size selection box for the tray that will contain the Universal paper.

Loading the standard 250-sheet tray

The printer has two trays to select from: the standard tray (Tray 1), also known as the 250-sheet tray, and either the optional 250-sheet tray or the optional 550-sheet tray (Tray 2). Only one optional drawer (which includes an optional tray) may be attached to the printer at a time.

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Proper paper loading prevents jams and facilitates trouble-free printing.

1 Pull the tray completely out.

Do not remove trays while a job prints or when the Busy light sequence appears on the printer control panel. Doing so may cause a jam.

Busy

- Blinking

2 Squeeze the width guide tabs, and then slide them to the sides of the tray. The width guides move in unison.

3 Squeeze the length guide tabs together, and then slide the length guide to the correct position for the paper size

being loaded.

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If you are loading a longer size of paper like A4 or legal, squeeze the length guide tabs and slide the length guide backwards to the position for the length of paper you are loading. The tray extends backwards.

If you are loading A6-size paper:

a Squeeze the length guide tabs together as shown, and slide the length guide toward the center of the tray to

the A6 size position.

b Raise the A6 length guide.

Note: The standard tray accommodates only 150 sheets of A6-size paper.

4 Flex the sheets back and forth to loosen them, and then fan them. Do not fold or crease the paper. Straighten the

edges on a level surface.

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5 Load the paper stack toward the back of the tray as shown with the recommended print side facedown.

Note: Notice the maximum fill line. Do not try to overload the tray. Do not load A6-size paper to the maximum fill

line; the tray holds only 150 sheets of A6-size paper.

1 Maximum fill line

Note: When loading letterhead, place the top edge of the sheet toward the front of the tray. Load the letterhead

with the design placed facedown.

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6 Squeeze the width guide tabs on the right guide, and slide the width guides to lightly touch the side of the stack.

7 Insert the tray.

8 If a different type of paper was loaded than the type previously loaded in the tray, change the Paper Type setting.

For more information, see “Setting the paper size and type” on page 40.

Note: The difference between the standard 250-sheet tray and the optional 250- and 550-sheet trays is that the standard tray accommodates up to 150 sheets of A6-size paper, so the width guides slide farther to the center of the tray.

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Loading the optional 250- or 550-sheet tray

Only one optional drawer, which includes either a 250- or 550-sheet tray, may be attached to the printer at a time. Regardless of the number of sheets in the optional tray, it is referred to as Tray 2.

1 Pull the tray completely out.

2 See “Loading the standard 250-sheet tray” on page 40 to complete the steps for loading a tray. An optional tray is

loaded in the same way that the standard tray is loaded.

3 Insert the tray.

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Using the manual feeder

The manual feeder is located inside the manual feeder door of the printer and can feed only one sheet of paper at a time. You can use the manual feeder to quickly print on paper types or sizes that are not currently loaded in the tray.

1 Open the manual feeder door.

2 When the light is lit, load the paper faceup into the center of the manual feeder.

Notes:

• Load letterhead faceup, with the top of the sheet entering first.

• Load envelopes with the flap side down and with the stamp area as shown.

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3 Feed paper into the manual feeder only to the point where its leading edge can contact the paper guides.

4 Adjust the paper guides to the paper width.

Warning—Potential Damage: Do not force the paper into the feeder. Forcing the paper causes jams.

Using the standard exit bin and paper stop

The standard exit bin holds up to 150 sheets of 20 lb paper. It collects print jobs facedown. The standard exit bin includes a paper stop that keeps paper from sliding out the front of the bin as it stacks. The paper stop also aids in neater stacking of the paper.

To open the paper stop, pull it so it flips forward.

Notes:

• Do not leave the paper stop in the open position if you are printing on transparencies. Doing so may cause creases

in the transparencies.

• When moving the printer to another location, make sure the paper stop is closed.

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Linking and unlinking trays

Linking trays

Tray linking is useful for large print jobs or multiple copies. When one linked tray is empty, paper feeds from the next linked tray. When the Size and Type settings are the same for any trays, the trays are automatically linked. The Size and Type settings for all trays must be set from the Paper menu.

To initiate tray linking from a network printer, access the Embedded Web Server by typing the IP address of the printer in the address bar of a Web browser. From the Settings tab, click Paper Menu.

To initiate tray linking from a locally connected printer:

• For Windows users, access the Paper menu through the Local Printer Settings Utility.

• For Macintosh users, access the Paper menu through the Printer Settings.

Unlinking trays

Unlinked trays have settings that are not the same as the settings of any other tray. To unlink a tray using the Paper menu, change the Paper Type and Paper Size settings of that tray so that they do not match the settings of any other tray.

To unlink trays from a network printer, access the Embedded Web Server by typing the IP address of the printer in the address bar of a Web browser. From the Settings tab, click Paper Menu.

To unlink trays from a locally connected printer, do one of the following:

• For Windows users, access the Paper menu through the Local Printer Settings Utility. Then, change the Paper Type

and Paper Size settings of the tray so that they do not match the settings of any other tray.

• For Macintosh users, access the Paper menu through the Printer Settings. Then, change the Paper Type and Paper

Size settings of the tray so that they do not match the settings of any other tray.

Warning—Potential Damage: Do not assign a Paper Type name that does not accurately describe the type of paper loaded in the tray. The temperature of the fuser varies according to the specified Paper Type. Paper may not be properly processed if an inaccurate Paper Type is selected.

Assigning a custom paper type name to a tray

Assign a Custom Type <x> name to a tray to link or unlink it. Associate the same Custom Type <x> name to each tray that you want to link. Only trays with the same custom names assigned will link.

1 Do one of the following:

• If the printer is on a network, access the Embedded Web Server by typing the IP address of the printer in the

address bar of a Web browser.

• If the printer is connected to a computer by a USB or parallel cable, access the Paper menu through the Local

Printer Settings Utility for Windows or Printer Settings for Macintosh.

2 Click Settings, and then click Paper Menu.

3 Click Custom Name, and then enter the name for the paper.

4 Click Submit.

5 Select a Custom Type.

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6 Verify that the correct Paper Type is associated with the custom name.

Note: Plain Paper is the factory default Paper Type associated with all Custom Type <x> names and user-defined

custom names.

7 Click Submit.

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Paper guidelines

Paper capacities

The capacities of the trays and the manual feeder are based on 75 g/m2 (20 lb) paper.

Load up to Notes

Tray 1

250 sheets of paper 150 sheets of A6-size paper 50 paper labels 50 transparencies

Tray 2

250 or 550 sheets of paper 50 paper labels

Manual feeder

1 sheet of paper 1 sheet of A6-size paper 1 transparency 1 sheet of card stock 1 envelope

Vinyl, pharmacy, or dual-sided labels are not supported. Use paper labels only. Single-sided paper labels designed for laser printers are supported for occasional use.

Only one optional drawer may be installed on the printer at a time. The maximum amount of paper that can be loaded depends on whether you have an optional 250- or 550-sheet tray.

Vinyl, pharmacy, or dual-sided labels are not supported. Use paper labels only. Single-sided paper labels designed for laser printers are supported for occasional use.

Feed paper into the manual feeder only to the point where its leading edge can contact the paper guides. Do not force the paper into the feeder.

Paper characteristics

The following paper characteristics affect print quality and reliability. Consider these characteristics when evaluating new paper stock.

Weight

The printer trays can automatically feed paper weights up to 90 g/m2 (24 lb bond) grain long paper. The manual feeder can automatically feed paper weights up to 163 g/m might not be stiff enough to feed properly, causing jams. For best performance, use 75 g/m paper. For paper smaller than 182 x 257 mm (7.2 x 10.1 in.), we recommend 90 g/m

Note: Duplex printing is supported only for 60–90 g/m

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(43 lb bond) grain long paper. Paper lighter than 60 g/m2 (16 lb)

(20 lb bond) grain long

(24 lb) or heavier paper.

(16–24 lb bond) paper.

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Curl

Curl is the tendency for paper to curl at its edges. Excessive curl can cause paper feeding problems. Curl can occur after the paper passes through the printer, where it is exposed to high temperatures. Storing paper unwrapped in hot, humid, cold, or dry conditions, even in the trays, can contribute to paper curling prior to printing and can cause feeding problems.

Smoothness

Paper smoothness directly affects print quality. If paper is too rough, toner cannot fuse to it properly. If paper is too smooth, it can cause paper feeding or print quality issues. Always use paper between 100–300 Sheffield points; smoothness between 150–250 Sheffield points produces the best print quality.

Moisture content

The amount of moisture in paper affects both print quality and the ability of the printer to feed the paper correctly. Leave paper in its original wrapper until it is time to use it. This limits the exposure of paper to moisture changes that can degrade its performance.

Condition paper before printing by storing it in its original wrapper in the same environment as the printer for 24 to 48 hours before printing. Extend the time several days if the storage or transportation environment is very different from the printer environment. Thick paper may also require a longer conditioning period.

Grain direction

Grain refers to the alignment of the paper fibers in a sheet of paper. Grain is either grain long, running the length of the paper, or grain short, running the width of the paper.

For 60–90 g/m

(16–24 lb bond) paper, grain long paper is recommended.

Fiber content

Most high-quality xerographic paper is made from 100% chemically treated pulped wood. This content provides the paper with a high degree of stability resulting in fewer paper feeding problems and better print quality. Paper containing fibers such as cotton can negatively affect paper handling.

Unacceptable paper

The following paper types are not recommended for use with the printer:

• Chemically treated papers used to make copies without carbon paper, also known as carbonless papers, carbonless

copy paper (CCP), or no carbon required (NCR) paper

• Preprinted papers with chemicals that may contaminate the printer

• Preprinted papers that can be affected by the temperature in the printer fuser

• Preprinted papers that require a registration (the precise print location on the page) greater than ±2.3 mm (±0.9 in.),

such as optical character recognition (OCR) forms In some cases, registration can be adjusted with a software application to successfully print on these forms.

• Coated papers (erasable bond), synthetic papers, thermal papers

• Rough-edged, rough or heavily textured surface papers, or curled papers

• Recycled papers that fail EN12281:2002 (European)

• Paper weighing less than 60 g/m

• Multiple-part forms or documents

(16 lb)

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Selecting paper

Using appropriate paper prevents jams and helps ensure trouble-free printing.

To help avoid jams and poor print quality:

• Always use new, undamaged paper.

• Before loading paper, know the recommended print side of the paper. This information is usually indicated on the

paper package.

• Do not use paper that has been cut or trimmed by hand.

• Do not mix paper sizes, types, or weights in the same source; mixing results in jams.

• Do not use coated papers unless they are specifically designed for electrophotographic printing.

Selecting preprinted forms and letterhead

Use these guidelines when selecting preprinted forms and letterhead:

• Use grain long for 60 to 90 g/m

• Use only forms and letterhead printed using an offset lithographic or engraved printing process.

• Avoid papers with rough or heavily textured surfaces.

Use papers printed with heat-resistant inks designed for use in xerographic copiers. The ink must be able to withstand temperatures up to 230°C (446°F) without melting or releasing hazardous emissions. Use inks that are not affected by the resin in toner. Inks that are oxidation-set or oil-based generally meet these requirements; latex inks might not. When in doubt, contact the paper supplier.

weight paper.

Preprinted papers such as letterhead must be able to withstand temperatures up to 230°C (446°F) without melting or releasing hazardous emissions.

Storing paper

Use these paper storage guidelines to help avoid jams and uneven print quality:

• For best results, store paper where the temperature is 21°C (70°F) and the relative humidity is 40%. Most label

manufacturers recommend printing in a temperature range of 18 to 24 °C (65 to 75°F) with relative hum idity between 40 and 60%.

• Store paper in cartons when possible, on a pallet or shelf, rather than on the floor.

• Store individual packages on a flat surface.

• Do not store anything on top of individual paper packages.

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Supported paper sizes, types, and weights

The following tables provide information on standard and optional paper sources and the types of paper they support.

Note: For an unlisted paper size, select the closest larger listed size.

For information on card stock and labels, see the Card Stock & Label Guide.

Paper sizes supported by the printer

Paper size Dimensions Standard

250-sheet tray

A4 210 x 297 mm

(8.3 x 11.7 in.)

A5 148 x 210 mm

(5.8 x 8.3 in.)

Executive 184 x 267 mm

Folio 216 x 330 mm

JIS B5 182 x 257 mm

Legal 216 x 356 mm

Letter 216 x 279 mm

Oficio (Mexico)

105 x 148 mm (4.1 x 5.8 in.)

(7.3 x 10.5 in.)

(8.5 x 13 in.)

(7.2 x 10.1 in.)

(8.5 x 14 in.)

(8.5 x 11 in.)

216 x 340 mm (8.5 x 13.4 in.)

Optional 250- or 550-sheet tray

X X

Manual feeder Duplex path

Statement 140 x 216 mm

(5.5 x 8.5 in.)

Universal

B5 Envelope 176 x 250 mm

C5 Envelope 162 x 229 mm

A6 is supported only for grain long papers.

This size setting formats the page for 216 x 356 mm (8.5 x 14 in.) unless the size is specified by the software application.

If a paper size you want to use is not listed, configure a Universal paper size. For more information, see “Configuring

Universal paper settings” on page 40.

76.2 x 127 mm (3 x 5 in.) up to 216 x 356 mm (8.5 x 14 in.)

X X X

(6.9 x 9.8 in.)

X X X

(6.4 x 9 in.)

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Paper size Dimensions Standard

250-sheet tray

Optional 250- or 550-sheet tray

Manual feeder Duplex path

DL Envelope 110 x 220 mm

(4.3 x 8.7 in.)

7 3/4 Envelope (Monarch)

9 Envelope 98 x 225 mm

10 Envelope 105 x 241 mm

Other Envelope 229 x 356 mm

A6 is supported only for grain long papers.

This size setting formats the page for 216 x 356 mm (8.5 x 14 in.) unless the size is specified by the software application.

If a paper size you want to use is not listed, configure a Universal paper size. For more information, see “Configuring

Universal paper settings” on page 40.

98 x 191 mm (3.9 x 7.5 in.)

(3.9 x 8.9 in.)

(4.1 x 9.5 in.)

(9 x 14 in.)

X X X

Paper types and weights supported by the printer

The printer engine and the duplex path support 60–90 g/m2 (16–24 lb) paper weights. The manual feeder supports 60–

163 g/m

(16–43 lb) paper weights.

Paper type 250-sheet standard

tray

Paper

250- or 550-sheet optional tray

Manual feeder Duplex path

• Plain

• Light

• Heavy

• Rough/Cotton

• Recycled

• Custom

Bond

Letterhead

Preprinted

Colored Paper

Card stock X X X

Glossy paper X X X X

Paper labels

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Paper type 250-sheet standard

tray

250- or 550-sheet optional tray

Manual feeder Duplex path

Transparencies X X

Envelopes (smooth)

Single-sided paper labels designed for laser printers are supported for occasional use. It is recommended to print 20 or

X X X

fewer pages of paper labels a month. Vinyl, pharmacy, and dual-sided labels are not supported.

Use envelopes that lie flat when individually placed on a table facedown.

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Printing

This chapter covers printing, printer reports, and job cancellation. Selection and handling of paper and specialty media can affect how reliably documents print. For more information, see “Avoiding jams” on page 94 and “Storing paper” on page 52.

Printing a document

1 Load paper into a tray or feeder.

2 From the Paper menu, set the Paper Size/Type to match the loaded paper.

3 Send the print job:

For Windows users

a With a document open, click File  Print.

b Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup, and then adjust the settings as needed.

Note: To print on a specific size or type of paper, adjust the paper size or type settings to match the loaded

paper, or select the appropriate tray or feeder.

c Click OK, and then click OK.

For Macintosh users

a Customize the settings as needed in the Page Setup dialog:

1 With a document open, choose File > Page Setup. 2 Choose a paper size or create a custom size to match the loaded paper. 3 Click OK.

b Customize the settings as needed in the Print dialog:

1 With a document open, choose File > Print.

If necessary, click the disclosure triangle to see more options.

2 From the Print dialog and pop-up menus, adjust the settings as needed.

Note: To print on a specific paper type, adjust the paper type setting to match the loaded paper, or select

the appropriate tray or feeder.

3 Click Print.

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Printing on both sides of the paper

Some models of the printer have automatic duplex / 2-sided printing and other models have manual duplex / 2-sided printing.

Printing on both sides of the paper

If you want to print two-sided pages for every print job, or for most print jobs, then select Duplex in the Finishing menu. To access the Finishing menu, do one of the following:

• If the printer is connected to a computer by USB or parallel cable, then open the Local Printer Settings Utility for

Windows or Printer Settings for Macintosh. One of these utilities installs with the printer software.

• For occasional two-sided printing, you can request two-sided printing in the printer software. Do one of the

following, depending on your operating system:

For Windows users

1 With a document open, click File  Print.

2 Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup.

3 Under the Page Layout tab, select 2-sided printing (duplex).

4 Select Long edge or Short edge.

5 Click OK.

For Macintosh users

1 With a document open, choose File > Print.

If necessary, click the disclosure triangle to see more options.

2 From the print options, Copies & Pages, or General pop-up menu, choose Layout.

3 From the Two-Sided pop-up menu, choose a duplex setting.

4 Click Print.

Printing on both sides of the paper manually

If your printer does not have automatic two-sided (duplex) printing, and you want to print a duplex document, then you must use the manual duplexing method. This method involves printing the odd-numbered pages, and then flipping and reloading the stack of paper to print the even-numbered pages on the other side of the sheets.

• To duplex all print jobs, select Duplex in the Finishing menu. To access the Finishing menu, open the Local Printer

Settings Utility for Windows or Prin ter Settings for Macintosh. One of these utilities installs with the printer software.

• To duplex a single print job, do one of the following:

For Windows users

1 With a document open, click File  Print.

2 Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup.

3 Under the Page Layout tab, select 2-sided printing (duplex).

4 Select Long edge or Short edge.

5 Click Paper.

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6 Select the appropriate Input options for your print job.

7 Click OK.

8 Click OK on the Print window.

The printer prints every other page of the document first. Once the first side of your job prints, the comes on, and the

- On

- Blinking

l button light blinks.

light

9 Load the paper back into the printer with the already-printed side up and the top of the page toward the front

of the tray.

For Macintosh users

1 With a document open, choose File  Print.

2 From the print options pop-up menu, choose Paper Handling.

3 From the “Pages to print” or Print menu, select to print the odd-numbered pages.

4 Click Print.

5 After printing the first set of pages, flip and reload the stack of printouts.

6 Repeat steps 1 and 2.

7 From the “Pages to print” or Print menu, select to print the even-numbered pages.

8 Click Print.

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Printing specialty documents

Tips on using letterhead

Page orientation is important when printing on letterhead. Use the following table to determine which direction to load the letterhead:

Source or process Print side and paper orientation

• Standard 250-sheet tray

• Optional 250-sheet tray

• Optional 550-sheet tray

Duplex (two-sided) printing from trays

Printed letterhead design is placed facedown. The top edge of the sheet with the logo is placed at the front of the tray.

Printed letterhead design is placed faceup. The top edge of the sheet with the logo is placed at the rear of the tray.

Manual feeder (simplex printing) Preprinted letterhead design is placed faceup. The top edge of the sheet with the logo

should enter the manual feeder first.

Note: Check with the manufacturer or vendor to determine whether the chosen preprinted letterhead is acceptable for laser printers.

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Source or process Print side and paper orientation

Manual feeder (duplex printing) Preprinted letterhead design is placed facedown. The top edge of the sheet with the

logo should enter the manual feeder last.

Note: Check with the manufacturer or vendor to determine whether the chosen preprinted letterhead is acceptable for laser printers.

Tips on using transparencies

Print samples on the transparencies being considered for use before buying large quantities.

When printing on transparencies:

• Feed transparencies from the standard 250-sheet tray or the manual feeder.

• Use transparencies designed specifically for laser printers. Check with the manufacturer or vendor to ensure that

the transparencies are able to withstand temperatures up to 175° C (350° F) without melting, discoloring, offsetting, or releasing hazardous emissions.

Note: Transparencies can be printed at a temperature up to 180° C (356° F) if Transparency Weight is set to Heavy and Transparency Texture is set to Rough. Select these settings in the Paper menu using a local utility.

• To prevent print quality problems, avoid getting fingerprints on the transparencies.

• Before loading transparencies, fan the stack to prevent sheets from sticking together.

• We recommend Lexmark part number 70X7240 for letter-size transparencies and Lexmark part number 12A5010

for A4-size transparencies.

Tips on using envelopes

Print samples on the envelopes being considered for use before buying large quantities.

When printing on envelopes:

• Use envelopes designed specifically for laser printers. Check with the manufacturer or vendor to ensure the

envelopes can withstand temperatures up to 210°C (410°F) without sealing, wrinkling, curling excessively, or releasing hazardous emissions.

• For the best performance, use envelopes made from 90 g/m

weight for envelopes as long as the cotton content is 25% or less. All-cotton envelopes must not exceed 90 g/m (24 lb bond) weight.

• Use only new envelopes.

• To optimize performance and minimize jams, do not use envelopes that: – Have excessive curl or twist – Are stuck together or damaged in any way – Have windows, holes, perforations, cutouts, or embossing

(24 lb bond) paper. Use up to 105 g/m2 (28 lb bond)

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– Have metal clasps, string ties, or folding bars – Have an interlocking design – Have postage stamps attached – Have any exposed adhesive when the flap is in the sealed or closed position – Have bent corners – Have rough, cockle, or laid finishes

• Adjust the width guides to fit the width of the envelopes.

Note: A combination of high humidity (over 60%) and the high printing temperature may wrinkle or seal envelopes.

Tips on using labels

Print samples on the labels being considered for use before buying large quantities.

Note: Use only paper label sheets. Vinyl, pharmacy, and dual-sided labels are not supported.

For detailed information on label printing, characteristics, and design, see the Card Stock & Label Guide available on the Lexmark Web site at http://support.lexmark.com.

When printing on labels:

• Use labels designed specifically for laser printers. Check with the manufacturer or vendor to verify that: – The labels can withstand temperatures up to 210°C (410°F) without sealing, excessive curling, wrinkling, or

releasing hazardous emissions.

Note: Labels can be printed at a higher fusing temperature up to 220°C (428°F) if Label Weight is set to Heavy. Select this setting using the Embedded Web Server, or from the printer control panel Paper menu.

– Label adhesives, face sheet (printable stock), and topcoats can withstand up to 25-psi (172-kPa) pressure without

delaminating, oozing around the edges, or releasing hazardous fumes.

• Do not use labels with slick backing material.

• Use full label sheets. Partial sheets may cause labels to peel off during printing, resulting in a jam. Partial sheets

also contaminate the printer and the cartridge with adhesive, and could void the printer and cartridge warranties.

• Do not use labels with exposed adhesive.

• Do not print within 1 mm (0.04 in.) of the edge of the label, of the perforations, or between die-cuts of the label.

• Be sure adhesive backing does not reach to the sheet edge. Zone coating of the adhesive at least 1 mm (0.04 in.)

away from edges is recommended. Adhesive material contaminates the printer and could void the warranty.

• If zone coating of the adhesive is not possible, remove a 2-mm (0.06-in.) strip on the leading and driver edge, and

use a non-oozing adhesive.

• Portrait orientation works best, especially when printing bar codes.

Tips on using card stock

Card stock is heavy, single-ply specialty media. Many of its variable characteristics, such as moisture content, thickness, and texture, can significantly impact print quality. Print samples on the card stock being considered for use before buying large quantities.

When printing on card stock:

• Make sure the Paper Type is Card Stock.

• Select the appropriate Paper Texture setting.

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• Be aware that preprinting, perforation, and creasing may significantly affect the print quality and cause jams or

Printing a booklet (Windows)

The booklet feature automatically enables 2-sided printing with short-edge control, so any 2-sided printing options must be set before selecting the booklet function. After Booklet is selected, the 2-sided printing options remain at the last setting used.

Some programs include their own booklet features. We recommend that when producing a booklet, you use either the booklet layout feature provided here or the booklet feature provided by the program the document was created in. Do not use both features at the same time.

1 With a document open, click File  Print.

2 Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup.

3 Click the Page Layout tab.

4 Click More Page Layout Options.

5 Click Booklet.

6 Click OK.

Notes:

• Booklet options are unavailable if the duplex unit is installed on the printer but not added to the Installed Options

list.

• The PostScript Passthrough printer driver feature may need to be turned off in order for the booklet layout to work

with some programs.

Printing information pages

Printing the menu settings and network setup pages

Print the menu settings page to review the current menu settings and to verify that the printer options are installed correctly. The network setup page prints at the same time, showing the network settings of the printer and levels of supplies.

1 Make sure the light is on.

2 Press .

The menu settings and network setup pages print.

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On the menu settings page:

• Under the Paper Menu, check what papers are listed under Custom Types.

• Under Device Information, verify the amount of memory installed is correct .

• Under Cartridge Information, check the amount of toner.

• Under PC Unit, see the status of the photoconductor kit .

Printing the print quality test pages

Print the print quality test pages to isolate print quality problems.

1 Turn the printer off, and then open the front door.

2 Press and hold while turning the printer on.

3 Release .

4 Close the front door. The home menu light sequence appears.

- On

5 Press and release until you see the light sequence for print quality test pages, as indicated on the printer settings

configuration page.

6 Press and hold until all the lights cycle.

After a few minutes, the print quality test pages print. The pages include:

• An information page that contains information about the printer, the toner cartridge, the margin settings, and

the minimum stroke width, and a graphic for evaluating the print quality

• Two pages to evaluate how well the printer is capable of printing various types of graphics

7 Examine the pages to determine the quality of printing. If there are problems, see “Solving print quality problems”

on page 115.

To return to the home menu, press and hold

until all the lights cycle. To exit the menus, turn the printer off.

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Canceling a print job

Canceling a print job from the printer control panel

1 Press to cancel the current print job.

2 Wait for the light to appear before resending the print job.

Canceling a print job from the computer

For Windows users

1 Open the printers folder:

a Click , or click Start and then click Run.

b In the Start Search or Run box, type control printers.

c Press Enter, or click OK.

The printers folder opens.

2 Double-click the printer icon.

3 Select the job to cancel.

4 From the keyboard, press Delete.

From the Windows taskbar:

When you send a job to print, a small printer icon appears in the right corner of the taskbar.

1 Double-click the printer icon.

A list of print jobs appears in the printer window.

2 Select a job to cancel.

3 From the keyboard, press Delete.

For Macintosh users

In Mac OS X version 10.5 or later:

1 From the Apple menu, choose System Preferences.

2 Click Print & Fax, and then double-click the printer icon.

3 From the printer window, select the job to cancel.

4 From the icon bar at the top of the window, click the Delete icon.

In Mac OS X version 10.4 and earlier:

1 From the Go menu, choose Applications.

2 Double-click Utilities, and then double-click Printer Setup Utility or Print Center.

3 Double-click the printer icon.

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4 From the printer window, select the job to cancel.

5 From the icon bar at the top of the window, click the Delete icon.

Setting Jam Recovery

To ensure that a page will reprint after a paper jam, set Jam Recovery to Auto or On.

If the printer is connected to a computer by a USB or parallel cable, open the Local Printer Settings Utility for Windows or Printer Settings for Macintosh. Under the Setup menu, ensure that Jam Recovery is set to Auto or On.

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Understanding printer menus

You may print a menus list by printing the menu settings and network setup pages. Access the menus from a networked printer by using the Embedded Web Server. From a printer connected by USB or parallel cable, access the menus by using the Local Printer Settings Utility for Windows or Printer Settings for Macintosh.

Installing the Local Printer Settings Utility

The Local Printer Settings Utility lets you change and save settings for a printer that is connected to a computer locally through a USB or parallel cable. After installing this utility, you can change settings of such controls as Toner Darkness, Power Saver, Paper Size, and Paper Type. Once selected, these settings apply to all print jobs, but you can use the printer software to change these settings for individual print jobs.

You can also save custom settings in a command file to distribute these settings to designated printers by using the

Save As Command File option.

1 Insert the Software and Documentation CD.

2 Click Install Printer and Software.

3 Click Agree to accept the license agreement.

4 Select Custom installation, and then click Next.

5 Choose Select Components to install the utility on the computer instead of creating a script, and then click Next.

6 Select Local to install the utility on the computer you are currently using, and then click Next.

7 Under Tools, select Local Printer Settings Utility.

8 Click Finish.

Note: This utility may not be included on this CD and/or may not be available for all printers.

Using the Local Printer Settings Utility

The Local Printer Settings Utility lets you change and save printer settings for a printer connected locally through a USB or parallel cable. Save settings from the toolbar by clicking Actions  Apply Settings. You can also save your settings in a command file to distribute to designated printers by clicking Actions  Save As Command File.

The Local Printer Settings Utility contains the following menus and values:

• Paper

• Finishing

• Quality

• Setup

• PCL Emulation

• PostScript

• Parallel

• USB

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Paper Finishing Quality Setup

• Paper Source

• Paper Size

• Paper Type

• Custom Types

• Substitute Size

• Paper Texture

• Paper Weight

PCL Emulation PostScript Parallel USB

• Duplex Binding

• Copies

• Blank Pages

• Collation

• Separator Sheets

• Separator Source

• Multipage (pages/side)

• Multipage Ordering

• Orientation

• Multipage Border

• Print Resolution

• Small Font Enhancer

• Toner Darkness

• Picture Grade

• Printer Language

• Jam Recovery

• Display Language

• Print Area

• Alarm Control

• Toner Alarm

• Download Target

• Power Saver

• Print Timeout

• Auto Continue

• Wait Timeout

• Resolution Reduction

• Resource Save

• Reset Control

• Print Buffer Control

• Page Protect

• Eco Mode

• Quiet Mode

• A4 Width

• Orientation

• Auto CR After LF

• Auto LF after CR

• Lines Per Page

• Print PS Error

• Font Priority

• PCL SmartSwitch

• PS SmartSwitch

• Advanced Status

• Honor Init

• Protocol

• Parallel Buffer

• PCL SmartSwitch

• PS SmartSwitch

• USB Buffer

Using the Finishing menu

Use the Finishing menu to adjust settings for such features as Collate, Separator Sheets, and N-up (Multipage) printing. You can use the settings to collate pages, to insert separator sheets between print jobs, and to print up to 16 images on a single page. To access the Finishing menu, do one of the following:

• If the printer is connected to a network, open the Embedded Web Server by typing the printer IP address into the

address field of your Web browser. From the Settings tab, click Print Settings, and then click Finishing Menu.

• If the printer is connected to a computer by a USB or parallel cable, open the Local Printer Settings Utility for

Windows or Printer Settings for Macintosh. One of these utilities installs with the printer software.

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Paper menu

Default Source menu

Menu item Description

Default Source

Tray <x> Manual Paper Manual Env

Sets a default paper source for all print jobs

Notes:

• Tray 1 (standard tray) is the factory default setting.

• Only an installed paper source will appear as a menu setting.

• A paper source selected for a print job overrides the Default Source setting

for the duration of the print job.

• If the same size and type of paper are in two trays and the Paper Size and

Paper Type settings match, the trays are automatically linked. When one tray is empty, the job prints using paper from the linked tray.

Size/Type menu

Menu item Description

Select Source menu

Tray 1 Tray 2 Manual Paper Manual Envelope

Set Size menu for Tray 1 or Tray 2

A4 A5 A6 JIS B5 Executive Folio Legal Letter Oficio (Mexico) Statement Universal

These menus let you specify the installed paper size and type in the selected tray or manual feeder.

Note: Only installed trays and feeders are listed in this menu.

Lets you specify the paper size loaded in each tray

Notes:

• Letter is the US factory default setting. A4 is the international factory

default setting.

• If the same size and type of paper are in two trays and the Paper Size and

Paper Type settings match, then the trays are automatically linked. When one tray is empty, the job prints using paper from the linked tray.

• The A6 paper size is supported only in Tray 1.

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Menu item Description

Set Size menu for Manual Paper

A4 A5 Executive Folio JIS B5 Legal Letter Oficio (Mexico) Statement Universal

Set Size menu for Manual Envelope

7 3/4 Envelope 9 Envelope 10 Envelope C5 Envelope B5 Envelope DL Envelope Other Envelope

Set Type menu for Tray 1

Plain Paper Transparency Recycled Labels Bond Letterhead Preprinted Colored Paper Light Paper Heavy Paper Rough/Cotton Custom Type <x>

Lets you specify the size of the paper being loaded in the manual feeder

Note: Letter is the US factory default setting. A4 is the international factory default setting.

Lets you specify the size of the envelope being manually loaded

Note: 10 Envelope is the US factory default setting. DL Envelope is the international factory default setting.

Lets you specify the type of paper loaded in Tray 1

Notes:

• Plain Paper is the factory default setting for Tray 1.

• If available, a user-defined name will appear instead of Custom Type <x>.

• Use this menu item to configure automatic tray linking.

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Menu item Description

Set Type menu for Tray 2

Plain Paper Card Stock Recycled Labels Bond Letterhead Preprinted Colored Paper Light Paper Heavy Paper Rough/Cotton Custom Type <x>

Set Type menu for Manual Paper

Plain Paper Card Stock Transparency Labels Bond Letterhead Preprinted Colored Paper Light Paper Heavy Paper Rough/Cotton Custom Type <x>

Lets you specify the type of paper loaded in Tray 2

Notes:

• Custom Type <x> is the factory default setting.

• If available, a user-defined name will appear instead of Custom Type <x>.

• Use this menu item to configure automatic tray linking.

Lets you specify the type of paper being manually loaded

Note: Plain Paper is the factory default setting.

Set Type menu for Manual Envelope

Envelope Rough Envelope Custom Type <x>

Paper Texture menu

Menu item Description

Plain Texture

Smooth Normal Rough

Card Stock Texture

Smooth Normal Rough

Specifies the relative texture of the paper loaded in a specific tray

Note: Normal is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative texture of the card stock loaded in a specific tray

Notes:

• Normal is the factory default setting.

• Settings appear only if card stock is supported.

Lets you specify the type of envelope being manually loaded

Note: Envelope is the factory default setting.

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Menu item Description

Transparency Texture

Smooth Normal Rough

Recycled Texture

Smooth Normal Rough

Labels Texture

Smooth Normal Rough

Bond Texture

Smooth Normal Rough

Envelope Texture

Smooth Normal Rough

Specifies the relative texture of the transparencies loaded in a specific tray

Note: Normal is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative texture of the recycled paper loaded in a specific tray

Note: Normal is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative texture of the labels loaded in a specific tray

Note: Normal is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative texture of the bond paper loaded in a specific tray

Note: Rough is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative texture of the envelopes loaded in a specific tray

Note: Normal is the factory default setting.

Rough Envelope Texture

Rough

Letterhead Texture

Smooth Normal Rough

Preprinted Texture

Smooth Normal Rough

Colored Texture

Smooth Normal Rough

Light Texture

Smooth Normal Rough

Heavy Texture

Smooth Normal Rough

Specifies the relative texture of the envelopes loaded in a specific tray

Note: Rough is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative texture of the letterhead paper loaded in a specific tray

Note: Normal is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative texture of the preprinted paper loaded in a specific tray

Note: Normal is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative texture of the colored paper loaded in a specific tray

Note: Normal is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative texture of the paper loaded in a specific tray

Note: Normal is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative texture of the paper loaded in a specific tray

Note: Normal is the factory default setting.

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Menu item Description

Rough/Cotton Texture

Rough

Custom <x> Texture

Smooth Normal Rough

Specifies the relative texture of the paper loaded in a specific tray

Note: Rough is the factory default setting.

Specifies the relative texture of the custom paper loaded in a specific tray

Notes:

• Normal is the factory default setting.

• Settings appear only if the custom type is supported.

Paper Weight menu

Menu item Description

Select Type

Plain Weight Card Stock Weight Transparency Weight Recycled Weight Labels Weight Bond Weight Rough Envelope Weight Letterhead Weight Preprinted Weight Colored Weight Light Weight Heavy Weight Rough Cotton Weight Custom <x> Texture

Specifies the paper type

Set Weight

Light Normal Heavy

After you select a setting for Select Type, the Set Weight menu item lets you set the weight for that type of media.

Notes:

• Normal is the factory default setting for most items.

• When Light Weight is the setting selected for Select Type, Light is

the only Select Weight setting available.

• When Heavy Weight is the setting selected for Select Type, Heavy

is the only Select Weight setting available.

• Settings appear only if the paper is supported.

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Paper Loading menu

Menu item Description

Select Type

Recycled Loading Bond Loading Letterhead loading Preprinted Loading Colored Loading Light Loading Heavy Loading Custom Loading

Set Loading

• Off

• Duplex

Custom Types menu

Menu item Description

Custom Type <x>

Paper Card Stock Transparency Rough/Cotton Labels Envelope

Associates a paper or specialty media type with a Custom Type <x> name or a user-defined Custom Name created from the Embedded Web Server or MarkVision

Notes:

• The Custom Name must be limited to 16 characters.

• Paper is the factory default setting.

• The custom media type must be supported by the selected tray or feeder

in order for you to print from that source.

Specifies the paper type

Note: After you select the type of paper, the Set Loading menu appears.

Specifies whether duplex (2-sided) printing is turned on

Note: Off is the factory default setting.

Professional

Recycled

Paper Card Stock Transparency Labels Envelope Rough/Cotton

Specifies the recycled paper type loaded in a tray. This will also be the Recycled setting in other menus.

Notes:

• Paper is the factory default setting.

• The Recycled type must be supported by the selected tray or feeder in

order for you to print from that source.

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Universal Setup menu

These menu items are used to specify the height, width, and feed direction of the Universal Paper Size. The Universal Paper Size is a user-defined paper size. It is listed with the other paper size settings and includes similar options, such as support for duplex printing and printing multiple pages on one sheet.

Menu item Description

Units of Measure

Inches Millimeters

Portrait Width

3–14.17 inches 76–360 mm

Portrait Height

3–14.17 inches 76–360 mm

Identifies the units of measure

Notes:

• Inches is the US factory default setting.

• Millimeters is the international factory default setting.

Sets the portrait width

Notes:

• If the width exceeds the maximum, then the printer uses the maximum

width allowed.

• 8.5 inches is the US factory default setting. Inches can be increased in

0.01-inch increments.

• 216 mm is the international factory default setting. Millimeters can be

increased in 1-mm increments.

Sets the portrait height

Notes:

• If the height exceeds the maximum, then the printer uses the

maximum height allowed.

• 14 inches is the US factory default setting. Inches can be increased in

0.01-inch increments.

• 356 mm is the international factory default setting. Millimeters can be

increased in 1-mm increments.

Feed Direction

Short Edge Long Edge

Specifies the feed direction

Notes:

• Short Edge is the factory default setting.

• Long Edge appears only if the longest edge is shorter than the

maximum length supported in the tray.

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Settings menu

General Settings menu

Menu item Description

Display Language

English Francais Deutsch Italiano Espanol Dansk Norsk Nederlands Svenska Portuguese Suomi Russian Polski Magyar Turkce Cesky Simplified Chinese Traditional Chinese Korean Japanese

Sets the language of the text appearing on the display

Note: All languages may not be available for all printers.

Eco-Mode

Off Energy Paper Energy/Paper

Quiet Mode

Off On

Run Initial Setup

Yes No

Alarm

Cartridge Alarm

Off Single

Note: Off is the factory default setting.

Before running the Setup Wizard, the default setting is Yes, but after running the wizard, the default setting is No.

The display shows a message when the toner is low

Notes:

• Off is the factory default setting. The Toner is low message

will appear as a warning.

• Single means the Toner is low message will appear and

the indicator light will blink red.

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Menu item Description

Timeouts

Power Saver

Disabled 1–240

Timeouts

Print Timeout

Disabled 1–255

Timeouts

Wait Timeout

Disabled 15–65535

Sets the amount of time in minutes the printer waits after a job is printed before it goes into a reduced power state

Note: Disabled does not appear unless Energy Conserve is Off.

Sets the amount of time in seconds the printer waits to receive an end-of-job message before canceling the remainder of the print job

Notes:

• 90 seconds is the factory default setting.

• When the timer expires, any partially printed page still in the

printer is printed, and then the printer checks to see if any new print jobs are waiting.

• Print Timeout is available only when using PCL. This setting has

no effect on PostScript emulation print jobs.

Sets the amount of time in seconds the printer waits for additional data before canceling a print job

Notes:

• 40 seconds is the factory default setting.

• Wait Timeout is available only when the printer is using

PostScript emulation. This setting has no effect on PCL emulation print jobs.

Print Recovery

Auto Continue

Disabled 5–255

Print Recovery

Jam Recovery

On Off Auto

Print Recovery

Page Protect

On Off

Lets the printer automatically continue printing from certain offline situations when not resolved within the specified time period

Notes:

• Disabled is the factory default setting.

• 5–255 is a range of time in seconds.

Specifies whether the printer reprints jammed pages

Notes:

• Auto is the factory default setting. The printer reprints jammed

pages unless the memory required to hold the pages is needed for other printer tasks.

• On sets the printer to always reprint jammed pages.

• Off sets the printer to never reprint jammed pages.

Lets the printer successfully print a page that may not have printed otherwise

Notes:

• Off is the factory default setting. Off prints a partial page when

there is not enough memory to print the whole page.

• On sets the printer to process the whole page so that the entire

page prints.

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Menu item Description

Factory Defaults

Do Not Restore Restore Now

Returns the printer settings to the factory default settings

Notes:

• Do Not Restore is the factory default setting. Do Not Restore

keeps the user-defined settings.

• Restore Now returns all printer settings to the factory default

settings except those in the Network/Ports menu. All downloads stored in RAM are deleted. Downloads stored in flash memory are not affected.

Setup menu

Menu item Description

Printer Language

PCL Emulation PS Emulation

Sets the default printer language

Notes:

• PostScript emulation uses a PS interpreter for processing print

jobs. PCL emulation uses a PCL interpreter for processing print jobs.

• The factory default printer language is PCL Emulation.

• Setting a printer language as the default does not prevent a

software program from sending print jobs that use another printer language.

Print Area

Normal Whole Page

Download Target

RAM Flash

Sets the logical and physical printable area

Notes:

• Normal is the factory default setting. When attempting to print

data in the non-printable area defined by the Normal setting, the printer clips the image at the boundary.

• The Whole Page setting allows the image to be moved into the

non-printable area defined by the Normal setting, but the printer clips the image at the Normal setting boundary.

• The Whole Page setting affects only pages printed using a

PCL 5e interpreter. This setting has no effect on pages printed using the PCL XL or PostScript interpreter.

Sets the storage location for downloads

Notes:

• RAM is the factory default setting.

• Flash appears only if a flash option is installed.

• Storing downloads in RAM is temporary.

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Menu item Description

Resource Save

Off On

Print All Order

Alphabetical Oldest First Newest First

Finishing menu

Menu item Description

Sides (Duplex)

1 sided 2 sided

Specifies whether duplex (2-sided) printing is set as the default for all print jobs

Notes:

• 1 sided is the factory default setting.

• To set 2-sided printing from the software program: for Windows users, click

File  Print, and then click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup; for Macintosh users, choose File > Print, and then adjust the settings from the Print dialog and pop-up menus.

Specifies how the printer handles temporary downloads, such as fonts and macros stored in RAM, when the printer receives a job that requires more memory than is available

Notes:

• Off is the factory default setting. Off sets the printer to retain

the downloads only until memory is needed. Downloads are deleted in order to process print jobs.

• The On setting retains the downloads during language changes

and printer resets. If the printer runs out of memory, downloads are not deleted.

Sets the order in which the print jobs are printed.

Note: Alphabetical is the factory default setting.

Duplex Binding

Long Edge Short Edge

Copies

1–999

Blank Pages

Do Not Print Print

Defines the way duplexed pages are bound and how the printing on the back of the page is oriented in relation to the printing on the front of the page

Notes:

• Long Edge is the factory default setting.

• Long Edge specifies that binding be placed on the left edge of portrait pages and

the top edge of landscape pages.

• Short Edge specifies that binding be placed on the top edge of portrait pages and

the left edge of landscape pages.

Specifies a default number of copies for each print job

Note: 1 is the factory default setting.

Specifies whether blank pages are inserted in a print job

Note: Do Not Print is the factory default setting.

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Menu item Description

Collate

Off (1,1,1,2,2,2) On (1,2,1,2,1,2)

Separator Sheets

None Between Copies Between Jobs Between Pages

Separator Source

Tray <x> Multi-Purpose Feeder

Stacks the pages of a print job in sequence when printing multiple copies

Notes:

• Off is the factory default setting.

• The On setting stacks the print job sequentially.

• Both settings print the entire job the number of times specified by the Copies

menu setting.

Specifies whether blank separator sheets are inserted

Notes:

• None is the factory default setting.

• Between Copies inserts a blank sheet between each copy of a print job if Collation

is set to On. If Collation is set to Off, a blank page is inserted between each set of printed pages, such as after all page 1's and after all page 2's.

• Between Jobs inserts a blank sheet between print jobs.

• Between Pages inserts a blank sheet between each page of the print job. This

setting is useful when printing transparencies or inserting blank pages in a document for notes.

Specifies the paper source for separator sheets

Notes:

• Tray 1 (standard tray) is the factory default setting.

• From the Paper menu, Configure MP must be set to Cassette in order for

Multi-Purpose Feeder to appear as a menu setting.

N-up (pages-side)

Off 2-Up 3-Up 4-Up 6-Up 9-Up 12-Up 16-Up

N-up Ordering

Horizontal Reverse Horizontal Reverse Vertical Vertical

Orientation

Auto Landscape Portrait

Specifies that multiple-page images be printed on one side of a sheet of paper

Notes:

• Off is the factory default setting.

• The number selected is the number of page images that will print per side.

Specifies the positioning of multiple-page images when using N-up (pages-sides)

Notes:

• Horizontal is the factory default setting.

• Positioning depends on the number of images and whether the images are in

portrait or landscape orientation.

Specifies the orientation of a multiple-page sheet

Note: Auto is the factory default setting. The printer chooses between portrait and landscape.

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Menu item Description

N-up Border

None Solid

Prints a border around each page image when using N-up (pages-sides)

Note: None is the factory default setting.

Quality menu

Menu item Description

Print Resolution

300 dpi 600 dpi 1200 dpi 1200 Image Q 2400 Image Q

Pixel Boost

Off Fonts Horizontally Vertically Both Directions Isolated

Specifies the printed output resolution

Note: 600 dpi is the factory default setting. The printer driver default is 2400 Image Q.

Enhances the printed quality of small fonts and graphics

Notes:

• Off is the factory default setting.

• Fonts applies this setting only to text.

• Horizontally darkens horizontal lines of text and images.

• Vertically darkens vertical lines of text and images.

• Both Directions darkens horizontal and vertical lines on text and images.

• Isolated darkens isolated text and images.

Toner Darkness

1–10

Enhance Fine Lines

Off On

Gray Correction

Auto Off

Brightness

-6 to +6

Lightens or darkens the printed output

Notes:

• 8 is the factory default setting.

• Selecting a smaller number can help conserve toner.

Enables a print mode preferable for files such as architectural drawings, maps, electrical circuit diagrams, and flow charts

Notes:

• Off is the factory default setting.

• To set Enhance Fine Lines using the Embedded Web Server, type the network printer

IP address in a browser window.

Adjusts the gray value of printed output

Note: Auto is the factory default setting.

Adjusts or darkens printed output and conserves toner

Notes:

• 0 is the factory default setting.

• A negative value will darken text, images, and graphics. A positive value will lighten

them and conserve toner.

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Menu item Description

Contrast

0–5

Adjusts the degree of difference between levels of gray in printed output

Notes:

• 0 is the factory default setting.

• Higher settings show more difference between levels of gray.

PostScript menu

Menu item Description

Print PS Error

Off On

Font Priority

Resident Flash

Prints a page containing the PostScript error

Note: Off is the factory default setting.

Establishes the font search order

Notes:

• Resident is the factory default setting.

• A formatted optional flash memory card must be installed in the printer and

operating properly for this menu item to be available.

• The optional flash memory card cannot be Read/Write, Write, or password

protected.

• Job Buffer Size must not be set to 100%.

PCL Emul menu

Menu item Description

Font Source

Resident Download Flash All

Font Name

<x>

Specifies the set of fonts available

Notes:

• Resident is the factory default setting. It shows the factory default set of

fonts downloaded into RAM.

• Download appears only if downloaded fonts exist. It shows all the fonts

downloaded into RAM.

• Flash appears only if a flash option containing fonts is installed.

• A flash option must be properly formatted and cannot be Read/Write, Write,

or password protected.

• All shows all fonts available to any option.

Displays a specific font and the option where it is stored

Notes:

• Courier is the factory default setting.

• The font source abbreviation is R for Resident, M1 for Flash, and S for

Download.

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Menu item Description

Symbol Set

<x>

PCL Emulation Settings

Point Size

1.00–1008.00

PCL Emulation Settings

Pitch

0.08–100

PCL Emulation Settings

Orientation

Portrait Landscape

Specifies the font ID and font name that compose each symbol set

Notes:

• 10U PC-8 is the US factory default setting.

• 12U PC-850 is the international factory default setting.

Changes the point size for scalable typographic fonts

Notes:

• 12 is the factory default setting.

• Point Size refers to the height of the characters in the font. One point equals

approximately 1/72 of an inch.

• Point sizes can be increased or decreased in 0.25-point increments.

Specifies the font pitch for scalable monospaced fonts

Notes:

• 10 is the factory default setting.

• Pitch refers to the number of fixed-space characters per inch (cpi).

• Pitch can be increased or decreased in 0.01-cpi increments.

• For nonscalable monospaced fonts, the pitch appears on the display but

cannot be changed.

Specifies the orientation of text and graphics on the page

Notes:

• Portrait is the factory default setting.

• Portrait prints text and graphics parallel to the short edge of the page.

• Landscape prints text and graphics parallel to the long edge of the page.

PCL Emulation Settings

Lines per Page

1–255 60 64

PCL Emulation Settings

A4 Width

198 mm 203 mm

PCL Emulation Settings

Auto CR after LF

Off On

Specifies the number of lines that print on each page

Notes:

• 60 is the US factory default setting. 64 is the international factory default

setting.

• The printer sets the amount of space between each line based on the Lines

per Page, Paper Size, and Orientation settings. Select the desired Paper Size and Orientation before setting Lines per Page.

Sets the printer to print on A4-size paper

Notes:

• 198 mm is the factory default setting.

• The 203-mm setting sets the width of the page to allow the printing of eighty

10-pitch characters.

Specifies whether the printer automatically performs a carriage return (CR) after a line feed (LF) control command

Note: Off is the factory default setting.

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Menu item Description

PCL Emulation Settings

Auto LF after CR

Off On

Tray Renumber

Assign MP Feeder

Off None 0–199

Assign Tray <x>

Off None 0–199

Assign Manual Paper

Off None 0–199

Assign Man Env

Off None 0–199

Specifies whether the printer automatically performs a line feed (LF) after a carriage return (CR) control command

Note: Off is the factory default setting.

Configures the printer to work with printer software or programs that use different source assignments for trays, drawers, and feeders

Notes:

• Off is the factory default setting.

• None is not an available selection. It is displayed only when it is selected by

the PCL 5 interpreter.

• None ignores the Select Paper Feed command.

• 0–199 allows a custom setting to be assigned.

Tray Renumber

View Factory Def

None

Tray Renumber

Restore Defaults

Yes No

Displays the factory default setting assigned to each tray, drawer, or feeder

Returns all tray, drawer, and feeder assignments to the factory default settings

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Maintaining the printer

Periodically, certain tasks are required to maintain optimum print quality.

Cleaning the exterior of the printer

1 Make sure that the printer is turned off and unplugged from the wall outlet.

CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: To avoid the risk of electric shock when cleaning the exterior of the printer,

unplug the power cord from the wall outlet and disconnect all cables to the printer before proceeding.

2 Remove all paper from the printer.

3 Dampen a clean, lint-free cloth with water.

Warning—Potential Damage: Do not use household cleaners or detergents, as they may damage the finish of the

printer.

4 Wipe only the outside of the printer.

Warning—Potential Damage: Using a damp cloth to clean the interior may cause damage to your printer.

5 Make sure all areas of the printer are dry before beginning a new print job.

Storing supplies

Choose a cool, clean storage area for the printer supplies. Store supplies right side up in their original packing until you are ready to use them.

Do not expose supplies to:

• Direct sunlight

• Temperatures above 35°C (95°F)

• High humidity above 80%

• Salty air

• Corrosive gases

• Heavy dust

Checking the status of supplies

Checking the status of supplies from a network computer

Note: The computer must be connected to the same network as the printer.

1 Type the printer IP address into the address field of your Web browser.

Note: If you do not know the IP address of the printer, print a network setup page and locate the IP address in the

TCP/IP section.

2 Click Device Status. The Device Status page appears, displaying a summary of supply levels.

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Ordering supplies

To order supplies in the U.S., contact Lexmark at 1-800-539-6275 for information about Lexmark authorized supplies dealers in your area. In other countries or regions, visit the Lexmark Web Site at www.lexmark.comor contact the place where you purchased the printer.

Note: All life estimates for printer supplies assume printing on letter- or A4-size plain paper.

Ordering toner cartridges

When 88 Cartridge is Low appears or when the print becomes faded, you may be able to extend the life of the toner cartridge:

1 Remove the toner cartridge.

2 Firmly shake the cartridge side-to-side and front-to-back several times to redistribute toner.

3 Reinsert the cartridge and continue printing.

Note: Repeat this procedure multiple times until the print remains faded, and then replace the cartridge.

Recommended toner cartridges and part numbers

Part name Lexmark Return Program Cartridge Regular cartridge

For the US and Canada

Toner cartridge E260A11A E260A21A

For Europe, the Middle East, and Africa

Toner cartridge E260A11E E260A21E

For the Asia Pacific Region, including Australia, New Zealand, and India

Toner cartridge E260A11P E260A21P

For Latin America

Toner cartridge E260A11L E260A21L

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Ordering a photoconductor kit

Depending on your printer model, the printer issues a message or a light sequence to let you know the photoconductor kit is near its end of life. At this time, order a photoconductor kit. You can also see the status of the photoconductor kit by printing a network setup page.

Part name Part number

Photoconductor kit E260X22G

Replacing supplies

Replacing the toner cartridge

Light sequence

Toner is low

• - On

When the Toner is Low light sequence appears, or when you experience faded print, remove the toner cartridge. Firmly shake it side-to-side and front-to-back several times to redistribute the toner, and then reinsert it and continue printing. When shaking the cartridge no longer improves the print quality, replace the toner cartridge.

Note: You can check to see approximately how much toner is left in your cartridge by printing a menu settings page.

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To replace the toner cartridge:

1 Open the front door by pressing the button on the left side of the printer and lowering the door.

2 Press the button on the base of the photoconductor kit, and then pull the toner cartridge out using the handle.

3 Unpack the new toner cartridge.

Warning—Potential Damage: When replacing a toner cartridge, do not leave the new cartridge exposed to direct

light for an extended period of time. Extended light exposure can cause print quality problems.

4 Rotate the cartridge in all directions to distribute the toner.

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5 Install the new toner cartridge by aligning the rollers on the toner cartridge with the arrows on the tracks of the

photoconductor kit. Push the toner cartridge in until it clicks into place.

6 Close the front door.

Replacing the photoconductor kit

The printer displays the Photoconductor life warning or Replace photoconductor light sequence when the photoconductor kit reaches the page maximum.

Light sequences

Photoconductor life warning

- On

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Replace photoconductor

- Blinking

- On

When any of the light sequences occur, order a new photoconductor kit. While the printer may continue to function properly after the photoconductor kit has reached its official end-of-life, print quality significantly decreases.

Note: The photoconductor kit is a single item.

To replace the photoconductor kit:

1 Turn off the printer.

2 Pull the photoconductor kit and toner cartridge together as a unit out of the printer by pulling on the toner cartridge

handle.

Note: The photoconductor kit and toner cartridge form a unit.

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Place the unit on a flat, clean surface.

3 Press the button on the base of the photoconductor kit, and then pull the toner cartridge up and out using the

handle.

4 Unpack the new photoconductor kit.

Warning—Potential Damage: Be careful not to touch the photoconductor drum. Doing so may affect the print

quality of future print jobs.

5 Insert the toner cartridge into the photoconductor kit by aligning the rollers on the toner cartridge with the tracks.

Push the toner cartridge in until it clicks into place.

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6 Install the unit into the printer by aligning the arrows on the guides of the unit with the arrows in the printer. Push

the unit fully in.

7 After replacing the photoconductor kit, reset the photoconductor counter:

Open the front door and then press and hold

Warning—Potential Damage: Resetting the photoconductor counter without replacing the photoconductor kit may damage your printer and void your warranty.

8 Close the front door.

until all the lights cycle.

Moving the printer

Before moving the printer

CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: Before moving the printer, follow these guidelines to avoid personal injury or

printer damage:

• Turn the printer off using the power switch, and then unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.

• Disconnect all cords and cables from the printer before moving it.

• Lift the printer off the optional drawer, and set it aside instead of trying to lift the drawer and printer at the same

time.

Note: Use the handholds located on both sides of the printer to lift it off the optional drawer.

Use only the power cord provided with this product or the manufacturer's authorized replacement.

Warning—Potential Damage: Damage to the printer caused by improper moving is not covered by the printer warranty.

Moving the printer to another location

The printer and options can be safely moved to another location by following these precautions:

• Any cart used to move the printer must have a surface able to support the full footprint of the printer. Any cart

used to move the options must have a surface able to support the dimensions of the options.

• Keep the printer in an upright position.

• Avoid severe jarring movements.

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Shipping the printer

When shipping the printer, use the original packaging or call the place of purchase for a relocation kit.

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Administrative support

Finding advanced networking and administrator information

For more advanced system support tasks, see the Networking Guide on the Software and Documentation CD and the Embedded Web Server Administrator's Guide on the Lexmark Web site at http://support.lexmark.com.

Restoring the factory default settings

If your printer is connected to a computer by a USB or parallel cable, use the Local Printer Settings Utility for Windows or Printer Settings for Macintosh.

1 Open the utility.

2 Do one of the following:

• From the Local Printer Settings Utility menu bar, click Actions  Restore Factory Defaults.

• From Printer Settings, click Factory Defaults.

Warning—Potential Damage: Restore Factory Defaults returns all printer settings to the factory default settings except the Port menu settings. All downloads stored in RAM are deleted.

You can also restore factory default settings using the printer control panel. For instructions, print a printer settings configuration sheet.

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Clearing jams

Avoiding jams

The following hints can help you avoid jams:

Paper tray recommendations

• Make sure the paper lies flat in the tray.

• Do not remove a tray while the printer is printing.

• Do not load a tray while the printer is printing. Load it prior to printing, or wait for a prompt to load it.

• Do not load too much paper. Make sure the stack height does not exceed the indicated maximum height.

• Make sure the guides in the tray or the multipurpose feeder are properly positioned and are not pressing too tightly

against the paper or envelopes.

• Push the tray in firmly after loading paper.

Paper recommendations

• Use only recommended paper or specialty media.

• Do not load wrinkled, creased, damp, bent, or curled paper.

• Flex, fan, and straighten paper before loading it.

• Do not use paper that has been cut or trimmed by hand.

• Do not mix paper sizes, weights, or types in the same stack.

• Make sure all sizes and types are set correctly in the printer control panel menus.

• Store paper per the manufacturer's recommendations.

Accessing jam areas

Open doors and remove trays to access jam areas. The following illustration shows possible jam areas:

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Access point Description

1 Push button to open the front door. Inside this door is the unit hous ing the toner cartridge and photoconductor

kit.

2 Standard exit bin

3 Front door

4 Manual feeder door

5 Standard 250-sheet tray (Tray 1)

6 Optional tray (Tray 2)

7 Rear door

Understanding jam lights and access locations

The jam lights and messages are shown, along with brief instructions on how to access each jam.

Note: The jam messages listed appear on the virtual display of the Embedded Web Server.

200.yy Paper jam

- On

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Try one of the following:

• Remove Tray 1.

• Open the front door, and then remove the photoconductor kit and toner cartridge unit.

201.yy Paper jam

- On

Open the front door, and then remove the photoconductor kit and toner cartridge unit.

202.yy Paper jam

- On

Open the front door, and then open the rear door.

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231.yy Paper jam

- On

- Blinking

- On

Open the front door, and then open the rear door.

233.yy Paper jam

- On

- Blinking

- On

Try one of the following:

• Remove Tray 1, and then depress the lever.

• Open the front door, and then open the rear door.

234.yy Paper jam

- On

- Blinking

- On

Try one of the following:

• Open the front door, and then open the rear door.

• Remove Tray 1, and then depress the lever.

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235.yy Paper jam

- On

- Blinking

- On

Remove the jam from the standard exit bin.

24x.yy Paper jam

- On

Try one of the following:

• Remove Tray 1.

• Open the front door, and then remove the photoconductor kit and toner cartridge unit.

• Remove Tray 2.

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251.yy Paper jam

- On

Remove the jam from the manual feeder.

Clearing jams behind the photoconductor kit and toner cartridge

1 Push the release button, and then lower the front door.

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2 Lift and pull the unit containing the photoconductor kit and the toner cartridge out of the printer. Set the unit aside

on a flat, clean surface.

Warning—Potential Damage: Do not touch the photoconductor on the underside of the photoconductor kit. Use the cartridge handle whenever you are holding the cartridge.

CAUTION—HOT SURFACE: The inside of the printer might be hot. To reduce the risk of injury from a hot component, allow the surface to cool before touching.

3 Remove the jammed paper.

Note: If the paper is not easy to remove, then open the rear door to remove the paper.

4 Align and reinstall the unit.

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Lexmark 34S0305, 34S5164, 34S0300 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Contents

Safety information

Learning about the printer

Thank you for choosing this printer!

Finding information about the printer

Selecting a location for the printer

Printer configurations

Understanding the printer control panel

Additional printer setup

Installing internal options

Available internal options

Accessing the system board to install internal options

Installing a memory card

Installing hardware options

Installing a 250- or 550-sheet drawer

Printing the printer settings configuration sheet

Attaching cables

Setting up the printer software

Installing printer software

Updating available options in the printer driver

Minimizing your printer's environmental impact

Saving paper and toner

Using recycled paper and other office papers

Conserving supplies

Saving energy

Adjusting Power Saver

Recycling

Recycling Lexmark products

Recycling Lexmark packaging

Returning Lexmark cartridges for reuse or recycling

Interpreting the printer control panel lights

Understanding the printer control panel light sequences

Understanding the primary light sequences

Understanding the secondary error light sequences

Loading paper and specialty media

Setting the paper size and type

Configuring Universal paper settings

Loading the standard 250-sheet tray

Loading the optional 250- or 550-sheet tray

Using the manual feeder

Using the standard exit bin and paper stop

Linking and unlinking trays

Linking trays

Unlinking trays

Assigning a custom paper type name to a tray

Paper and specialty media guide

Paper guidelines

Paper capacities

Paper characteristics

Unacceptable paper

Selecting paper

Selecting preprinted forms and letterhead

Storing paper

Supported paper sizes, types, and weights

Paper sizes supported by the printer

Paper types and weights supported by the printer

Printing

Printing a document

Printing a document

Printing on both sides of the paper

Printing on both sides of the paper

Printing on both sides of the paper manually

Printing specialty documents

Tips on using letterhead

Tips on using transparencies

Tips on using envelopes

Tips on using labels

Tips on using card stock

Printing a booklet (Windows)

Printing information pages

Printing the menu settings and network setup pages

Printing the print quality test pages

Canceling a print job

Canceling a print job from the printer control panel

Canceling a print job from the computer

Setting Jam Recovery