Using the multipurpose feeder

You may want to use the multipurpose feeder when you print on different sizes and types of papers or specialty media, such as card stock, transparencies, paper labels, and envelopes. You may also want to use the multipurpose feeder for single-page print jobs on letterhead or on other specialty media you do not keep in a tray.

Opening the multipurpose feeder

1. Pull the multipurpose feeder door down.

   

2. Pull the extension forward.

   

3. Pull the extension so it flips forward and down.

   

Loading the multipurpose feeder

1. Squeeze and slide the guides out fully.

   

2. Flex sheets of paper or paper labels back and forth to loosen them, and then fan them. Do not fold or crease the paper or labels. Straighten the edges on a level surface.

   

3. Load the paper or specialty media.

   Notes:

   • Do not force paper into the multipurpose feeder.
   • Do not exceed the maximum stack height. Overfilling may cause jams.
   

   • Load paper, transparencies, and card stock with the recommended print side faceup and the top edge entering the printer first. For more information on loading transparencies, see the packaging the transparencies came in.

     
     

   • Load letterhead with the logo faceup and the top edge entering the printer first.

     

   • Load envelopes with the flap side down and the stamp location in the position shown.

     

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

4. Squeeze and slide the guides to support the paper.

   

5. Slide the paper gently into the multipurpose feeder until it comes to a stop. Make sure the paper fits loosely and is not bent or wrinkled.

   

6. From the printer control panel, set the Paper Size and Paper Type.

Using the manual feeder

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

1. Open the manual feeder door.

   

2. Load one sheet of 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.
   

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.