Loading the multipurpose feeder

The multipurpose feeder can hold several sizes and types of print media, such as transparencies, labels, card stock, and envelopes. It can be used for single-page or manual printing, or as an additional tray.

The multipurpose feeder can hold approximately:

• 50 sheets of 75-g/m² (20-lb) paper

• 10 envelopes

• 20 transparencies

1. Pull down the multipurpose feeder door.

   

2. Gently pull the extension until it is fully extended.

   

3. Flex the sheets of paper or specialty media back and forth to loosen them. Do not fold or crease them. Straighten the edges on a level surface.

   Paper

   Envelopes

   Transparencies Note: Avoid scratching or touching the print side.

   
   

4. Load the paper or specialty media. Slide the stack gently into the multipurpose feeder until it comes to a stop.

   Notes:

   • Load A3-, A6-, 11x17, JIS B4-, Statement- and legal-size media in short-edge orientation.
   • Load A4-, A5-, Exec-, JIS B5- and letter-size media in long-edge orientation.
   • Load envelopes flap side up in short-edge orientation.
   • Do not exceed the maximum amount of media that the multipurpose feeder can hold.
   • Load only one size and type of paper at a time.

   Long-edge orientation

   Short-edge orientation

   
   

   Warning—Potential Damage: Never use envelopes with stamps, clasps, snaps, windows, coated linings, or self-stick adhesives. These envelopes may severely damage the printer.

5. Adjust the width guide to lightly touch the edge of the stack. Make sure the paper or specialty media fits loosely in the multipurpose feeder, lies flat, and is not bent or wrinkled.

   

6. From the printer control panel, set the Paper Size and Paper Type for the multipurpose feeder (MP Feeder Size and MP Feeder Type) based on the paper or specialty media loaded.