HL-3040CN
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HL-3040CN
Date: 04.09.2009 ID: faq00000080_018
What is the recommended paper?
The recommended paper varies depending on the regions. Choose your region.
For users in US/ Canada/ Latin America/ Europe:
We recommend the following paper types for this printer.
Paper Type |
Europe |
USA |
Plain paper |
Xerox Premier TCF 80 g/m2 |
Xerox 4200DP 20 lb |
Recycled paper | Xerox Recycled Supreme 80 g/m2 | No specific brand recommended |
Labels | Avery laser label L7163 | Avery laser labels white #5160 |
Envelope | Antalis River series (DL) | No specific brand recommended |
- Before you buy a lot of paper, test a small quantity to make sure that the paper is suitable.
- Use paper that is made for plain-paper copying.
- Use paper that is 75 to 90 g/m2 (20 to 24 lb).
- Use neutral paper. Do not use acidic or alkaline paper.
- Use long-grain paper.
- Use paper with a moisture content of approximately 5%.
- This printer can use recycled paper that meets the DIN 19309 specifications.
- Do not use inkjet paper because it will cause a paper jam or damage your machine.
- If you use paper that is not recommended, a paper jam or misfeed may occur in the printer.
- Preprinted paper must use ink that can withstand the temperature of the printer's fusing process (200 degrees centigrade).
- If you use bond paper, paper having a rough surface or paper that is wrinkled or creased, the paper may exhibit degraded performance.
For users in Asia/ Oceania:
We suggest using paper that meets the conditions mentioned below.
Asia |
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- Do not use inkjet paper because it will cause a paper jam or damage your machine.
- If you use paper that is not recommended, a paper jam or misfeed may occur in the printer.
- Preprinted paper must use ink that can withstand the temperature of the printer's fusing process (200 degrees centigrade).
- If you use bond paper, paper having a rough surface or paper that is wrinkled or creased, the paper may exhibit degraded performance.
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