While every effort has been made to make this document as accurate and helpful as possible,Oki akes no warranty
of any kind with regard to its content. All information included herein is subject to change without notice. Oki is not
responsible for any loss or damages, direct or indirect, arising from or related to the use of this operation manual.
Reproduction, adaptation or translation without prior written permission is prohibited, except as allowed under
copyright laws.
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Microsoft Windows, MS-DOS, and Windows NT are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.A. and other
countries.
Macintosh, Power Macintosh, Mac OS, LaserWriter, and AppleTalk are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.
IBM, PC/AT, and PowerPC are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.
Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.
PCL is a trademark of the Hewlett-Packard Company.
PostScript® is a registered trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated.
NetWare is a registered trademark of Novell, Inc.
All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners.
5 — Warranty
BEFORE YOU DO ANYTHING PLEASE READ THIS
Installation requirements
Due to the complexity and requirement for parts alignment, this machine must be installed by a suitably
qualified Engineer unless the configuration being is installed is the printer unit and the 500-sheet multipurpose tray (B83MP) only.
Improper installation may damage this product. Please note the following during initial installation and
whenever the machine is moved.
1.The machine should be installed near an
accessible power outlet for easy connection.
2.Be sure to connect the power cord only to a
power outlet that meets the specified
voltage and current requirements. Also
make certain the outlet is properly
grounded.
3.Do not install your machine in areas that are:
● damp, humid, or dusty
● exposed to direct sunlight
● poorly ventilated
● subject to extreme temperature
or humidity changes, e.g., near an air
conditioner or heater.
4.Be sure to allow the required space around
the machine for servicing and proper
30cm
ventilation.
80cm60cm
60cm
A small amount of ozone is produced within the printer during operation. The emission level is
insufficient to cause any health hazard.
The present recommended long term exposure limit for ozone is 0.1 ppm (0.2 mg/m
3
) calculated as an
eight-hour time-weighted average concentration. However, since the small amount that is emitted may
have an objectionable odour, it is advisable to place the printer in a ventilated area.
Before you do anything please read this — 6
Moving the machine
Lift this machine at the positions shown in the illustration below and carry it horizontally.
>CAUTION
Two people are required to lift and carry this machine. The centre of gravity of the machine is slightly
to the left of the centre of the machine when viewed from the front. If a duplex module is installed the
centre of gravity will be even further shifted to the left. When lifting the machine be careful to steady it
to prevent it from toppling. Also be sure that all covers and the duplex module are securely closed and
latched before lifting.
If a duplex module is installed, do not lift the machine by the module as it may come off causing it and
the machine to drop.
Remove the multi-purpose drawer and lift at the positions shown in the illustration. To avoid injury be
sure to completely remove the multi-purpose drawer.
Front sideRear side
Remove the multi
purpose drawer
in advance.
If the machine has been placed on a stand/paper drawer:
The stand/paper drawer is equipped with casters for moving. Unlock the adjusters of the stand/paper
drawer and gently move the machine taking care to steady it to prevent it from toppling.
>CAUTION
The centre of gravity of this machine is a little deviated to the left from the centre. If the machine is not
equipped with a multi-purpose drawer or a stand/paper drawer, take care in opening the left side cover
(or the duplex module) not to cause toppling of the machine.
Do not cover the ventilating holes of this machine. Do not install this machine in a location where these
holes are covered. If these holes are covered, heat will not be dissipated and a fire may be caused.
7 — Before you do anything please read this
GENERAL WARNINGS
1.Do not touch the photo drum. Scratches or smudges on the drum will cause dirty prints.
2.The fusing unit is extremely hot. Exercise care in this area.
3.Five adjusters are provided on all optional stand/paper drawer units.
These adjusters should be lowered until they contact the floor.
4.Do not make any modifications to this machine. Doing so may result in
personal injury or damage to the machine.
5.Since this machine is heavy, to prevent injury it is recommended that it
be moved by more than one person.
6.When connecting this machine to a computer, be sure to turn both computer and printer off
before connecting the devices.
7.Do not print anything which is prohibited from printing by law. The following items are normally
prohibited from printing by national law. Other items may be prohibited by local law.
>Money
>Stamps
>Bonds
>S
tock
Bank drafts and cheques
>
Passports
>
Drivers’ licenses
>
Fusing unit
CAUTION
VORSICHT
ADVARSEL
ADVERSEL
VARNING
Laserstrahl
AVATTAESSA JA SUOJALUKITUS OHITETTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA NÄKYMÄTÖNTÄ
LASERSÄTEILYLLE. ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEEN.
VAR O!
LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED.
AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG WENN ABDECKUNG GEÖFFNET UND
SICHERHEITSVERRIEGELUNG ÜBERERÜCKT. NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN.
USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING VED ÅBNING, NÅR SIKKERHEDSAFBRYDERE ER
UDE AF FUNKTION. UNDGÅ UDSAETTELSE FOR STRÅLNING.
USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING NÅR DEKSEL ÅPNES OG SIKKERHEDSLÅS BRYTES.
UNNGÅ EKSPONERING FOR STRÅLEN.
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URKOPPLADE. STRÅLEN ÄR FARLIG. BETRAKTA EJ STRÅLEN.
CLASS 1
CAUTION
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION
WHEN OPEN INTERLOCKS
DEFEATED. AVOID EXPOSURE
TO BEAM.
VORSICHT
UNSICHTBARE
LASERSTRAHLUNG WENN
ABDECKUNG GEÖFFNET UND
SICHERHEITSVERRIEGELUNG
ÜBERBRÜCKT. NICHT DEM
STRAHL AUSSETZEN.
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STRÅLNING.
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TURVALLISUUSLUOKAN 1
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CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE
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VAROITUS!
VARNING
Do not throw toner or a toner cartridge into a fire. Toner may spill out or scatter, causing a burn.
8.
FOR NORTH AMERICA
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This Digital Equipment is rated Class 1 and complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 of the CDRH
standards. This means that the equipment does not produce hazardous laser radiation.
For your safety, observe the precautions below.
>Do not remove the cabinet, operation panel or any other covers.
Gener al war nings — 8
>The equipment’s exterior covers contain several safety interlock switches.
>Do not bypass any safety interlock by inserting wedges or other items into switch slots.
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result
in hazardous radiation exposure.
FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communication. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
>Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
>Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
>Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
>Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC CAUTION: To assure continued compliance,(example- use only shielded interface cables when
connecting to computer or peripheral devices). Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
LASER CAUTIONS
This product contains a low power laser device. To ensure the user’s safety
do not remove any cover or attempt to gain access to the inside of the
product. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel.
Thank you for buying the Oki B8300 high speed digital printer. Before attempting to use the product, it is
recommended that the user studies this manual to familiarise themselves with the main functions of the
product and to take notice of the various safety recommendations. A minimum level of computer literacy
is necessary for the installation of the printer drivers and Oki recommends that if the user is uncertain
how to proceed they should refer this item to their system adminstrator.
Original and paper sizes
The Oki B8300 uses media of standard sizes in both metric and imperial systems.The standard sizes
available are shown below.
ImperialSizesAB system Sizes
TABLOID11 X 17A3297 X 420
LEGAL8½ X 14B4250 X 353
FOOLSCAP8½
LETTER8½ X 11B5176
EXECUTIVE7¼ X 10½A5148 X 210
INVOICE5½ X 8½
The meaning of “R” in original and paper size indications
X 13A4210 X 297
X 250
Some original and paper sizes can be placed in either portrait or landscape orientations.
To differentiate between the two sizes in the various tables further on in the book, the landscape
orientation size indication will contain an “R”. These are indicated as 8½
Sizes that can be placed only in the landscape orientation (11
x 17, 8½ x 14, 8½ x 13, A3, B4) do not
x 11R, 5½ x 8½R, A4R, B5R, etc.
contain the “R” in their size indication.
Landscape orientationPortrait orientation
Overview — 11
Main Features
A wide range of accessories to enhance your productivity
Options, such as duplex units for producing two-sided output, additional paper feed units to increase the
variety of available paper sizes and paper capacity, paper output units to sort and otherwise organize
output.
600 dpi high resolution printing
High-definition and high quality printing with 600 dpi resolution can be performed.
Also high image quality, equivalent to 1200 dpi, can be obtained by using the smoothing function.
High speed monochrome printing
The printer achieves high speed printing at 45 A4 (or letter) size pages per minute.
PostScript compatible
PostScript 3 is standard.
Energy saving features
Preheat mode
The preheat mode is the first level of power reduction.The power is reduced to the fuser unit a preset time
after the machine has completed a job and no further machine operations have been made. The machine
can recover to the ready condition within a short period of time. The preset time to enter the mode can be
set by a key operator program.
Auto power shut-off mode
The auto power shut-off mode is the second level of power reduction. In this mode power is shut off to the
fusing unit and the touch panel. In this state more energy is saved than in the preheat mode but the time
to recover to the ready condition will be longer. The preset time to enter this mode can be set by a key
operator program.
When in use, and either of the above modes is active, the mode will be deactivated automatically by an
incoming job and the machine will automatically warm up and start to print when it has reached the ready
temperature.
Overview — 12
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
Exterior
1.Bypass tray paper guide
2.Exit tray
3.Duplex module/bypass tray
Module for two-sided printing.
4.Upper paper output area
Finished sheets are deposited here.
5.Upper exit tray extension
Provides support for large size paper.
6.Operation panel
7.Front cover
Open to add toner.
8.Main switch
Press to turn power on and off.
9.Paper tray 1
10. Stand/3 x 500 sheet paper drawer*
11. Stand/MPD and 2000 sheet paper drawer
12. Multi-purpose drawer*
Notes:
Items 2, 3, 10, 11 and 12 are peripheral
devices.
One of devices 10, 11 or 12 must be installed.
If you install device 3, 10 or 11 a power supply
unit must also be installed.
Overview — 13
Interior
13. Duplex module side cover
Open when a misfeed has occurred in
the duplex module.
14. Side cover latch
Push up to open the side cover when
a misfeed has occurred in the main
unit.
15. Fusing unit
Lift up to open the side cover when a
misfeed has occurred in the main unit.
16. Developer cartridge
This cartridge contains developer
and must be removed and replaced
by a new cartridge when indicated on
the operation panel.
17. Toner cartridge (drum/toner cartridge)
The toner cartridge must be replaced
when indicated on the operation
panel.
18. Photoconductive drum
Images are formed on the photo drum.
19. Cartridge lock lever
When replacing the drum, toner or
developer cartridge, move this lever
down and pull it out.
For replacement and installation of
cartridges, refer to the relevant
documentation.
Your attention is drawn to the following
cautions
Take care when handling toner. Avoid getting
toner on your skin, in your eyes or on your
clothes. Should you get toner on you wash the
affected part with copious amounts of COLD
water. If ingested or you get toner in the eyes,
seek medical advice. If your clothes are
splattered, brush off as much of the toner as
possible and rinse with cold water.
The fusing unit is hot. Take care when removing
misfed paper.
Do not touch or damage the photo drum.
Overview — 14
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
Peripheral devices
included
Overview — 15
1.Printer
2.Upper exit tray extension
Mount this unit to the upper paper
exit tray. This extension is needed to
support large size paper.
3.Finisher (B83F)
Output sheets can either be sorted in
page order or grouped by page.
Sorted sets or groups are offset
stacked for easy separation when
removed. Sorted sets can be
delivered either stapled or
unstapled.
4.Mail-bin stacker (B83MB)
This unit is an output sorter that has
seven receiving bins. The bin to
receive printed output can be
selected in the printer driver. Each
bin can be assigned to receive
printed output by an individual
person or by groups of people so
that their prints are separated from
other users making them easy to
retrieve.
When this unit is installed, any
copies will be sent to the top tray
and not to the mail bins.
can hold a maximum of 2000 sheets
of 80 g/m
2
(20 lb) paper.
6.Multi-purpose drawer (B83MP)
Up to 500 sheets of 80 g/m
2
paper can be loaded. Special papers
such as envelopes (standard sizes
only) and postcards can also be set.
7.Stand/3 x 500 sheet paper drawer
(B83TT)
This paper feed unit contains an
upper multi-purpose drawer (see
item 6) and two lower drawers each
of which can hold a maximum of 500
sheets of 80 g/m
2
(20 lb) paper.
8.Saddle stitch finisher (B83SS)
The saddle stitch finisher can
automatically place two staples for
centreline binding of prints or copies
and fold them along the centreline.
An optional hole punching unit is
available for installation into the
finisher.
9.Duplex module (B83D)
An optional duplex module must be
installed for automatic two-sided
printing.
(20 lb)
5.Stand/MPD and 2000 sheet paper
drawer (B83LT)
This paper feed unit contains an
upper multi-purpose drawer (see
item 6 ) and a lower drawer which
10. Duplex module/bypass tray (B83DB)
This module is basically the same as
above with the addition of a manual
bypass paper feed unit.
11. Mounted to the paper output port of a
duplex module.
Some peripheral devices cannot be installed together while others may require the installation of
one or more others to be functional.
See Chapter 6, List Of Combination Of Peripheral Devices.
Other optional equipment (not shown)
120 or 240V power supply unit (B83PS).
The voltage will depend upon the region in which the product is used.
Some peripheral devices require the installation of this power supply.
Hard disk drive (B83HD).
Extends the printer’s image storing capacity.
This unit is required for the job retention function to operate.
The display and indicators show the current status of the printer. All printer settings are made by using
the keys and display panel.
1.Message display
Displays the current status of the printer. [ i ] displayed in any message indicates that the
[INFORMATION] key should be pressed.
2.[ERROR] indicator
Lights up when paper or toner must be added or when a misfeed has occurred in the machine.
Blinks when an abnormal condition has occurred in the machine.
3.[DATA] indicator
Lights up or blinks when print data is being received or output. Also lights up when job data is
stored by the job retention function.
4.[READY] indicator
Print data can be received when this indicator is lit.
5.[MENU] key
Press to select a menu group such as printer configuration menu, custom settings or execution of
print jobs held by the retention function. Also, press to return to the job status screen from the
setting screen of each job status group.
6.[ S/T] keys
Press to select menu or function items or to set numerical values for those items.
7.[BACK/C] key
Use this key to return to the previous screen in each menu selection, to cancel and delete the
current job or to delete a reserved job that has been selected.
8.[OK] key
Press to register the selected menu or function.
9.[INFORMATION] key
When [ i ] is displayed with a message indicating a paper misfeed, the relevant operation procedure
can be displayed by pressing the [INFORMATION] key. If the [INFORMATION] key or the [BACK/C] key
is pressed while the operation procedure is displayed, the information mode will be cancelled. If
this key is pressed and held down while printing is being performed or in standby mode, the total
number of printed pges and quantity of toner remaining (as a percentage) will be displayed.
17 — Overview
Menu group and Key explanations
main unit operation panel
The menu groups are classified into five groups and are selected consecutively by pressing the [MENU]
key. If the [OK] key is pressed when the desired menu screen is displayed, a message will appear to
indicate the next required operation.
READY.
[MENU] key
Job status screen
The message [WARMING UP] will be displayed when the power is turned on and a
list of the current job plus reserved jobs or a list of completed jobs will be
displayed on the job status screen.
Examples of the various messages which will be displayed are shown below.
(Display example)
WARMING UP.
READY.
FROM TRAY #
CHANGE THE TONER
CARTRIDGE.
PAPER JAM.
ADD PAPER.*
[ADD PAPER]
*
When the status display shows [ADD PAPER], paper is required to
complete a job in progress. In this case, printing of the job will be
suspended until the required paper is added or another paper is
selected,see Setting the Paper Size and Type.
While a current job is suspended, the printer will print a reserved job if
paper is available from another source for that job but will not print
any other jobs.
The printer is warming up.
The printer is ready to print.
The printer is currently printing.
Out of toner.
Replace the toner cartridge.
See the relevant user manual.
A misfeed has occurred.
Out of paper. Load paper.
PRINT JOBS ON HOLD
[MENU] key
SET OPERATIONS
CONDITIONS
[MENU] key
CUSTOM SETTINGS
[MENU] key
KEY OPERATOR
PROGRAMS
[MENU] key
Print hold
If the job retention function is used from your computer, print data will be
stored in the printer as a hold job.
The job retention function can be used only if the printer is equipped
with a hard disk drive unit.
Condition settings
The printer condition settings are used for basic printer settings.
Custom settings
Custom settings are used to make settings based on use patterns.
Key operator programs
These are settings used by key operators (administrators of this product).
Overview — 18
Cancelling a print job and deleting print data
1.Press the [BACK/C] key during printing.
Printing will stop and a message asking for confirmation to delete the job will appear.
2.Press the [OK] key to delete the data.
To cancel deletion, press the [BACK/C] key.
Printing will resume.
To delete print data of a reserved job
(jobs stored in the printer)
Print data transmitted from computers will be stored in this printer (up to 99 jobs) and will be printed
sequentially.
To delete print data of a reserved job before starting printing:
1.Press the S or T key to display the desired data in the message display.
If you press the [BACK/C] key at this time, a confirmation message for deletion will appear.
2.Press the [OK] key to delete the data.
To cancel deletion, press the [BACK/C] key to cancel deletion,.
Printing will resume.
19 — Overview
Loading Paper
Changing the paper size in paper tray 1
>The message “ADD PAPER” or “OPEN TRAY
AND ADD PAPER” will appear when paper
runs out during operation. Follow the
procedure below to load paper.
>Do not use curled or folded paper. Doing
so may cause a misfeed.
>For best results use a good quality paper
designed for use in page printers.
>When you change the paper type and size
in paper tray 1, set the paper type and
size referring to Setting the Paper Size
and Type.
>Do not place heavy objects into, or
press down hard upon, any tray which is
pulled out.
Loading paper in paper tray 1
1.Gently pull out tray 1 until it stops.
For paper tray 1, 8½" x 11", A4 or B5 size paper
can be set. Use the following procedure to
change the size as needed.
1.Pull out paper tray 1. If paper remains in
the tray, remove it.
2.Adjust the guide plates A and B in the tray
to the length and width of the paper.
The guide plates A and B can slide. Adjust them
to the paper size to be loaded while squeezing
their lock levers.
3.Load paper into the tray.
4.Gently push tray 1 firmly all the way into
the machine.
2.Load paper into the tray.
Do not load paper above the maximum height
line (approximately 500 sheets of 80 g/m
(20 lb) paper).
3.Gently push tray 1 firmly all the way into
the machine.
4.Set the paper type. If you change the
paper type, be sure to set the correct type
by referring to Setting the Paper Size and Type section.
2
5.Set the paper size.
Be sure to set the paper size and paper type
referring to Setting the Paper Size and Type. If
this is not done, paper misfeeds will occur.
Changing paper size in paper tray 1 is now
complete.
Loading paper in paper tray 1 is now complete.
Overview — 20
Specifications of paper trays
The specifications for types and sizes of paper for loading paper trays are shown below.
TrayTray
Applicable paper types Applicable paper sizesPaper weight
No.
(tray
name)
Paper tray 1Tray 1Plain paper. (Refer to the next page for
Multipurpose
drawer/
Tray 2/
bypass
tray
bypass
tray
Stand/3 x
500 sheet
UpperTray 2Same as multi-purpose drawer
MiddleTray 3Plain paper. (Refer to
paper
drawer
Stand/
LowerTray 4
MPD and
2000
sheet
paper
drawer
UpperTray 2Same as multi purpose drawer
LowerTray 3Plain paper. (Refer to
applicable plain papers.)
Plain paper. (Refer to
the next page for
applicable plain
papers.)
Special paper.
(Refer to the next
page for applicable
special papers.)
● Thick paper
● Labels
● Transparency film
Envelopes can only
be fed from the multipurpose drawer.
Applicable paper
stock weight for
envelopes is 75 to 90
2
g/m
or 20 to 23 lb
the next page for
applicable plain
papers.)
the next page for
applicable plain
papers.)
● 8½ x 11, A4, B5
● If [AUTO-INCH] is selected in setting the
paper size and type, the following paper
sizes can be used with the automatic
detection function: 11 x 17, 8½ x 14,
8½ x 11, 8½ x 11R, 7¼ x 10½R,
5½ x 8½R
● If [AUTO-AB] is selected in setting the
paper size and type, the following paper
sizes can be used with the automatic
detection function: A3, B4, A4, A4R, B5,
B5R, A5R, 8½ x 13
● Non-standard sizes
● If [AUTO-INCH] is selected in setting the
paper size and type, the following paper
sizes can be used with the automatic
detection function: 11 x 17, 8½ x 14,
8½ x 11, 8½ x 11R, 7¼ x 10½R,
5½ x 8½R
● If [AUTO-AB] is selected in setting the
paper size and type, the following paper
sizes can be used with the automatic
detection function: A4, A4R, B5, B5R
● Non-standard sizes smaller than A4 or
8½ x 11
● Applicable standard size envelopes:
COM-10, Monarch, DL, C5, ISO B5
● Non-standard size
●
If [AUTO-INCH] is selected in setting the
paper size and type, the following paper
sizes can be used with the automatic
detection function: 11 x 17, 8½ x 14,
8½ x 11, 8½ x 11R, 7¼ x 10½R, 5½ x 8½R
● If [AUTO-AB] is selected in setting the
paper size and type, the following paper
sizes can be used with the automatic
detection function: A3, B4, A4, A4R, B5,
B5R, A5R, 8½ x 13
● A4, 8½ x 11
60 to 105 g/m
2
or 16 to 28 lb
60 to 128 g/m
2
or
6 to 34 lb
See the remarks for
special paper on
the next page
● 60 to 105 g/m
2
or 16 to 28 lb
● 60 to 105 g/m
2
or 16 to 28 lb
21 — Overview
Applicable plain paper
For satisfactory results, plain paper must conform to the following requirements.
Paper in AB system Paper in inch system
A5 to A3 5½ x 8½ to 11 x 17
Plain paper
60 to 105 g/m
Recycled, coloured, pre-punched, pre-printed and letterhead papers must conform to the same conditions as above.
2
or 16 to 28 lb
Applicable special paper
For satisfactory results, special paper must conform to the following requirements.
Type Remarks
Special paperr Thick paper● For A5 to A4, 5½ x 8½ and 8½ x11
Transparency film, labels
Envelopes
sizes, thick paper ranging from 60 to 128
2
g/m
or16 to 34 lb or can be used
●
For sizes larger than A4 or 8½ x 11,
thick paper ranging from 60 to 105g/m
or 16 to 28 lb can be used
● Other thick papers
● Index stock (176 g/m
2
or 65 lb) can
be used
● Cover stock (200 to 205 g/m
2
or
110 lb) can be used but only for A4,
8½ x 11, paper in portrait orientation
● For A5 or 5½ x 8½ paper, orientation
must be landscape
● Use media from established suppliers
(Avery, 3M, etc.) which are described
as being suitable for digital printers
● Failing to do so may leave adhesive
residue in the printer, causing paper
misfeeds, smudges on prints or other
problems
● Applicable standard envelopes:
COM-10, Monarch, DL, C5, ISO B5
● Envelopes can only be fed from the
multi-purpose drawer
● Applicable paper stock weight for
envelopes is 75 to 90g/m
2
or
20 to 23 lb
2
Overview — 22
Setting the paper size and type
from the operation panel on the
main printer
When the paper size or type is changed in a
paper tray, set them up by referring to the
following procedure.
1.Press the [MENU] key repeatedly until
CUSTOM SETTINGS appears in the
message display.
2.Press the [OK] key.
If TRAY 1 is selected in step 4, the message
shown below will appear in the display.
LETTER
PLAIN
6.Press the T key
CHANGE TRAY
SETTING OK
If TRAY 1 is selected in step 4, the message
shown above will appear in the display.
7.Press the [OK] key. To cancel the setting
change, press the [BACK/C] key to return
to step 4.
8.Select the paper type that has been set in
the tray. Press the S or T key repeatedly
until the paper type that has been set
appears.
PLAIN
OK
3.When the [OK] key is pressed, TRAY
SETTING will appear in the message
display.
TRAY SETTING
TRAY 1
When the [OK] key is pressed, the message
shown above will appear in the message
display.
4.Select the desired paper tray.
T
>Special paper such as thick paper,
transparency film, labels, and postcards
can be set for tray 2 and the bypass tray.
>Envelopes can be set only for tray 2.
9.Press the [OK] key.
10. Ensure that the desired paper size is
selected. Press the S or T key
repeatedly until the desired paper size
appears.
PLAIN
OK
>Depending on the selected tray, a
selection for AUTO-AB and AUTO-INCH
may appear. AUTO-AB: Select when you
have set AB system paper.
>AUTO-INCH: Select when you have set
inch system paper.
>When the paper system is changed from
the inch system to the AB system or vice
versa, the paper type must be designated.
Select the paper type.
Press the S or T key repeatedly until the
desired paper tray is indicated in the display.
5.Press the [OK] key.
The paper size and paper type of the tray
selected in step 4 will appear.
>If you have set paper of non-standard
size, select NON STANDARD. This size can
be selected when tray 2 or the bypass tray
has been selected in step 4.
11. Press the [OK] key to complete the
setting.
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Loading paper in the multi-purpose drawer
The method of loading paper into the multi-purpose drawer is the same as for paper tray 1 as previously
described. When loading envelopes, postcards or transparency film, follow the descriptions below.
>Two maximum height lines are indicated: one for plain paper and one for special paper.
Maximum height line for plain paper
Do not exceed this line when loading plain paper.
Maximum height line for special paper (red line)
Do not exceed this line when loading special paper.
Setting envelopes or postcards
When setting envelopes or postcards in the multi-purpose drawer, set themas shown below.
Loading postcardsLoading envelopes
Load postcards print side up
to the rear left of the tray as
shown.
Envelopes can only be
printed on the address side.
Be sure to place envelopes
with the address side up and
the top of the envelope to the
rear.
Printing on to envelopes or postcards
>Attempting to print on to both sides of envelopes or postcards may result in misfeeds or poor prints.
>Do not use pre-printed envelopes.
>To avoid wrinkling, misfeeds or poor printing, make sure the postcard stock is not curled.
Printing on to envelopes
>Do not use envelopes that have metal clasps, plastic snaps, string closures, windows, linings, self-
adhesive patches or synthetic materials. Attempting to print on these may cause misfeeds,
inadequate toner adherence or other problems.
>Enbossed envelopes whose surface is not flat may cause the smudged prints.
>Under high humidity and temperature conditions the glue flaps on some envelopes may become
sticky and be sealed closed when printed.
>Use only envelopes which are flat and crisply folded. Curled or poorly formed envelopes may be
poorly printed or may cause misfeeds.
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Fusing unit pressure adjusting levers
When feeding envelopes from the multipurpose drawer, damage to the envelopes or
smudges on prints may occur even if envelopes
within specification are used. In this case, the
problem may be reduced by shifting the fusing
unit pressure adjusting levers from the normal
position to the lower pressure position. Follow
the procedure below.
Be sure to return the lever to the normal
position when finished feeding envelopes. If
not, inadequate toner adherence, paper
misfeeds or other problems may occur.
2.Lower the two fusing unit pressure
adjusting levers marked A and B in the
illustration.
Normal position
1.Unlatch the duplex module and slide it to
the left. If the machine is not equipped
with a duplex module, open the side cover
to gain access.
Lower pressure position
Rear side of
A:
fusing unit
Front side of
B:
fusing unit
3.Gently close the duplex module. If the
machine is not equipped with a duplex
module, close the side cover.
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Loading transparency film
Be sure to load the transparency film with the white label side up.
Make sure no image will be printed on the label.
Printing on the label may cause smudges on prints.
Transparency film must be placed in portrait orientation.
Specifications (multi-purpose drawer)
NameMulti-purpose drawer
Paper size/weightSee specifications of paper trays
Paper capacity
Dimensions654 mm (W)
WeightApprox. 11 kg (24.3 lb)
500 sheets 80g/m
25¾" (W)
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
2
(20 lb) of paper, 40 envelopes, 20 postcards
x 567 mm (D) x 144 mm (H)
21
x 22
/64" (D) x 543/64") (H)
Loading paper in the stand/3 x 500 sheet paper drawer
● Upper paper tray
The upper tray is the same as the multi-purpose drawer. Use the upper tray according to the instructions
for the multi-purpose drawer.
● Middle and lower paper trays
Up to 500 sheets of recommended plain paper can be loaded into these trays. The method of loading
paper is the same as for paper tray 1 in the main unit.
If the paper size or paper type is changed in either paper tray, the tray settings must be changed in
custom settings. Refer to Setting the Paper Size and Type.
Specifications (stand/3 x 500 sheet paper drawer)
NameStand 3/500 sheet paper drawer
Paper size/weightSee specifications of paper trays
Paper capacity
(ordinary paper)
Dimensions619 mm (W) x 664 mm (D) x 404 mm (H)
WeightApprox. 32 kg (70.6 lb)
500 sheets 80g/m
3
24
/8" (W) x 265/32" (D) x 1529/32") (H)
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
2
(20 lb) each
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Loading paper in the stand/MPD and
2000 sheet paper drawer
● Upper paper tray
The upper paper tray is equivalent to the multipurpose drawer. The method of loading paper
and the paper that can be used are the same as
for the multi-purpose drawer. Refer to the
description of the multi-purpose drawer.
2.Load paper into the right-hand paper
feed tables. This holds approximately
1,200 sheets.
● Lower paper tray
The lower paper tray is a large capacity tray that
holds 2,000 sheets of A4 or 8½" x 11" paper
(80 g/m
2
or 20 lb). Use the following procedure
to load paper into the large capacity tray.
If the paper size or paper type is changed in
either paper tray, the tray settings must be
changed in custom settings. Refer to Setting
the Paper Size and Type.
1.Pull out the large capacity tray until it
stops.
3.Raise the paper guide and load paper into
the left-hand paper feed table. This holds
approximately 800 sheets. After loading
paper, be sure to return the paper guide.
4.Gently push the large capacity paper tray
firmly all the way into the printer.
5.Set the paper type.
If you have changed the paper size from
the AB system to the inch system or vice
versa, select the relevant type referring to
Setting the Paper Size and Type.
Loading paper in the stand/MPD and
2000 sheet paper drawer is now
complete.
Specifications (stand/MPD and 2000 sheet paper drawer)
NameStand/MPD and 2000 sheet paper drawer
Paper size/weight See specifications of paper trays
Paper capacity