B.1 Print Media
Special Considerations When Printing on Paper
Use caution when you print on the following types of papers:
• The ink from some printed papers, such as those with a company
letterhead, can cause smearing and, in some extreme cases, can damage
the fixing unit heat roller.
• Some colored papers use an applied coating of ink or other coloring agent.
The coating can come off and contaminate the fixing unit rollers.
• Do not use thermal papers.
• Do not use carbon papers.
Caution:
Print test samples of the paper before you use it for the first time.
This is particularly important when using chemically treated or coated
paper, such as printed forms or colored paper. The inks and pigments used
on these papers must also be able to withstand the high heat and pressure
of the fixing unit. Consider also the heat limitations of transparencies and
of the glues used on envelopes and labels.
B.1.3 Envelopes
Envelopes must meet the same specifications as the paper listed in Table B–2.
Do not use the following types of envelopes with the printer:
• Envelopes with sealing flaps that are open
• Envelopes with sealing flaps at the leading or trailing edges
• Envelopes with three or more layers of paper at the leading and trailing
edges
• Envelopes that have windows
• Envelopes that have clasps, snaps, or strings
Special Considerations When Printing on Envelopes
Observe the following considerations when printing on envelopes:
• Use the front output (faceup) tray.
• Do not load more than five envelopes in the paper tray.
• Envelopes can be printed only on the front side.
• Printing in the 15 mm (3/5 in) border around the envelope causes print
quality problems with some envelopes.
DEClaser 1100 Series Printers Specifications B–3
