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Contents Notices 6 Edition notice 6 Trademarks ...6 Licensing notice 7 Safety information 7 Laser notice...7 The United Kingdom Telecommunications Act 1984 7 Conventions 7 Electronic emission notices 7 Printer energy consumption 9 Statement of Limited Warranty 9 Chapter 1: Printer overview 11 Chapter 2: Print media tasks and tips 13 What types of print... media can be loaded 14 Where can print media be loaded in the printer 15 Tips on choosing the right print media 16 Paper ...16 Preprinted forms and letterhead 16 Transparencies 16 Envelopes 17...
Contents Notices 6 Edition notice 6 Trademarks ...6 Licensing notice 7 Safety information 7 Laser notice...7 The United Kingdom Telecommunications Act 1984 7 Conventions 7 Electronic emission notices 7 Printer energy consumption 9 Statement of Limited Warranty 9 Chapter 1: Printer overview 11 Chapter 2: Print media tasks and tips 13 What types of print... media can be loaded 14 Where can print media be loaded in the printer 15 Tips on choosing the right print media 16 Paper ...16 Preprinted forms and letterhead 16 Transparencies 16 Envelopes 17...
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... 34 How to print a booklet 35 How to print a poster 36 How to print on letterhead 37 How to cancel a print job 38 From the printer operator panel 38 From a Windows computer 38 From a Macintosh computer 38 Chapter 4: How to install options 39 How to access the system board 40 How... to reattach the system board cover 43 How to add a memory card 44 How to install a 550-sheet drawer 45 How to get the printer driver to recognize installed options 46 Chapter 5: Using the operator panel 47 Overview of the operator panel 48 Understanding the operator panel lights 49 Secondary...
... 34 How to print a booklet 35 How to print a poster 36 How to print on letterhead 37 How to cancel a print job 38 From the printer operator panel 38 From a Windows computer 38 From a Macintosh computer 38 Chapter 4: How to install options 39 How to access the system board 40 How... to reattach the system board cover 43 How to add a memory card 44 How to install a 550-sheet drawer 45 How to get the printer driver to recognize installed options 46 Chapter 5: Using the operator panel 47 Overview of the operator panel 48 Understanding the operator panel lights 49 Secondary...
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...print a network setup page 94 How to print a test page 94 Macintosh (Web 95 Linux ...97 Using the printer resident Web page 98 Using the Local Printer Settings Utility 99 Chapter 8: Supplies information 100 What supplies do I need and how do I order them 101 ...toner and photoconductor levels 102 Recognizing the operator panel light sequences 103 How to change a toner cartridge 104 Lexmark Return Program 107 Refilled toner cartridge notice 107 Recycling Lexmark products 107 How to change a photoconductor kit 108 Chapter 9: Troubleshooting 111 General problems 112 Print quality ...
...print a network setup page 94 How to print a test page 94 Macintosh (Web 95 Linux ...97 Using the printer resident Web page 98 Using the Local Printer Settings Utility 99 Chapter 8: Supplies information 100 What supplies do I need and how do I order them 101 ...toner and photoconductor levels 102 Recognizing the operator panel light sequences 103 How to change a toner cartridge 104 Lexmark Return Program 107 Refilled toner cartridge notice 107 Recycling Lexmark products 107 How to change a photoconductor kit 108 Chapter 9: Troubleshooting 111 General problems 112 Print quality ...
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... the programs described may be addressed to the information herein; Trademarks Lexmark and Lexmark with other countries, contact your point of purchase. Notices Section Edition notice Trademarks Licensing notice Safety information Laser notice The United Kingdom Telecommunications Act 1984 Conventions Electronic emission notices Printer energy consumption Statement of Limited Warranty Page 6 6 7 7 7 7 7 7 9 9 Edition notice Edition...
... the programs described may be addressed to the information herein; Trademarks Lexmark and Lexmark with other countries, contact your point of purchase. Notices Section Edition notice Trademarks Licensing notice Safety information Laser notice The United Kingdom Telecommunications Act 1984 Conventions Electronic emission notices Printer energy consumption Statement of Limited Warranty Page 6 6 7 7 7 7 7 7 9 9 Edition notice Edition...
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... , it under the terms of the FCC Rules. CAUTION: A caution identifies something that could damage your printer and click Contact Lexmark. Licensing notice Laser notice The printer resident software contains: • Software developed and copyrighted by one or more of the following two conditions:... and used in a residential installation. Electronic emission notices Federal Communications Commission (FCC) compliance information statement The Lexmark E234, Machine Type 4505-420 and Lexmark E234n, Machine Type 4505-410, have been tested and found to comply with the use of other than...
... , it under the terms of the FCC Rules. CAUTION: A caution identifies something that could damage your printer and click Contact Lexmark. Licensing notice Laser notice The printer resident software contains: • Software developed and copyrighted by one or more of the following two conditions:... and used in a residential installation. Electronic emission notices Federal Communications Commission (FCC) compliance information statement The Lexmark E234, Machine Type 4505-420 and Lexmark E234n, Machine Type 4505-410, have been tested and found to comply with the use of other than...
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...Power Saver Mode is affecting the effective use , and not for your use of this printer, this printer is designed with the product for exchange is available to in power units of the printer. Lexmark E234, E234n This Statement of this statement is defaced, altered, in need of the ENERGY ...STAR program, this mode can be multiplied by the time the printer spends in warranty service, or damaged beyond repair. If...
...Power Saver Mode is affecting the effective use , and not for your use of this printer, this printer is designed with the product for exchange is available to in power units of the printer. Lexmark E234, E234n This Statement of this statement is defaced, altered, in need of the ENERGY ...STAR program, this mode can be multiplied by the time the printer spends in warranty service, or damaged beyond repair. If...
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1 Printer overview 150-sheet output bin Paper support Front cover Manual feeder 250-sheet tray Optional 550-sheet drawer Operator panel Printer overview 11 Rear paper exit Power button Dust cover (some models)
1 Printer overview 150-sheet output bin Paper support Front cover Manual feeder 250-sheet tray Optional 550-sheet drawer Operator panel Printer overview 11 Rear paper exit Power button Dust cover (some models)
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The operator panel has 5 lights and 2 buttons. Note: The Continue button also functions as a light. Printer overview 12 Continue Cancel Ready Toner Low / Replace PC Kit Load Paper Paper Jam Error • Press and release Continue to resume printing. • Press and release Continue twice quickly to display a secondary error code. • Press and release Cancel to cancel the job currently printing. • Press and hold Cancel until all of the lights come on to reset the printer.
The operator panel has 5 lights and 2 buttons. Note: The Continue button also functions as a light. Printer overview 12 Continue Cancel Ready Toner Low / Replace PC Kit Load Paper Paper Jam Error • Press and release Continue to resume printing. • Press and release Continue twice quickly to display a secondary error code. • Press and release Cancel to cancel the job currently printing. • Press and hold Cancel until all of the lights come on to reset the printer.
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Tips on choosing the right print media Tips on storing print media and supplies Tips on preventing jams How to load the 250-sheet and 550-sheet trays How to load the manual feeder How to use the rear exit How to clear paper jams Page 14 15 16 18 19 20 24 25 26 Print media tasks and tips 13 Where can be loaded in the printer? 2 Print media tasks and tips Section What types of print media can print media be loaded?
Tips on choosing the right print media Tips on storing print media and supplies Tips on preventing jams How to load the 250-sheet and 550-sheet trays How to load the manual feeder How to use the rear exit How to clear paper jams Page 14 15 16 18 19 20 24 25 26 Print media tasks and tips 13 Where can be loaded in the printer? 2 Print media tasks and tips Section What types of print media can print media be loaded?
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... is recommended. Get the most out of print media can be loaded? Tray 1: 89-216 x 210-356 mm (3.5-8.5 x 8.27-14.0 in.) - What types of your printer by properly loading the trays.
... is recommended. Get the most out of print media can be loaded? Tray 1: 89-216 x 210-356 mm (3.5-8.5 x 8.27-14.0 in.) - What types of your printer by properly loading the trays.
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...by purchasing an optional 550-sheet drawer. An output bin on top of paper, transparency, envelope, paper label, card stock, or index card. Your printer has two standard paper sources: an automatic 250-sheet paper feeder (Tray 1) and a single-sheet manual feeder. You can print media be loaded in... the printer? Use the manual feeder for a single piece of the printer holds up to help reduce curling and potential jams. This is especially useful for most print jobs. The single-sheet ...
...by purchasing an optional 550-sheet drawer. An output bin on top of paper, transparency, envelope, paper label, card stock, or index card. Your printer has two standard paper sources: an automatic 250-sheet paper feeder (Tray 1) and a single-sheet manual feeder. You can print media be loaded in... the printer? Use the manual feeder for a single piece of the printer holds up to help reduce curling and potential jams. This is especially useful for most print jobs. The single-sheet ...
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...be able to withstand temperatures up to 170°C (338°F) without discoloring, bleeding, or releasing hazardous emissions. We recommend Lexmark laser printer transparencies: part number 70X7240 for laser printers. Refer to 24 lb bond) grain long. Paper lighter than 60 g/m2 (16 lb) might not. Use only paper able... Use inks that are oxidation-set or oil-based should be able to determine whether the paper you have chosen is acceptable for laser printers. Tips on choosing the right print media Selecting the right paper or other media you are in toner. Paper • For ...
...be able to withstand temperatures up to 170°C (338°F) without discoloring, bleeding, or releasing hazardous emissions. We recommend Lexmark laser printer transparencies: part number 70X7240 for laser printers. Refer to 24 lb bond) grain long. Paper lighter than 60 g/m2 (16 lb) might not. Use only paper able... Use inks that are oxidation-set or oil-based should be able to determine whether the paper you have chosen is acceptable for laser printers. Tips on choosing the right print media Selecting the right paper or other media you are in toner. Paper • For ...
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... may release hazardous emissions when heated. • Do not use them. Preprinting introduces semi-liquid and volatile components into the printer. • Use card stock with chemicals that may contaminate the printer. Store supplies right side up in an environment where the temperature is approximately 21°C (70°F) and the relative... preprinted card stock manufactured with a maximum weight of 163 g/m2 and a minimum size of paper packages. Storing supplies Choose a cool, clean storage area for your printer supplies. Tips on top of 76 x 127 mm (3 x 5 in.).
... may release hazardous emissions when heated. • Do not use them. Preprinting introduces semi-liquid and volatile components into the printer. • Use card stock with chemicals that may contaminate the printer. Store supplies right side up in an environment where the temperature is approximately 21°C (70°F) and the relative... preprinted card stock manufactured with a maximum weight of 163 g/m2 and a minimum size of paper packages. Storing supplies Choose a cool, clean storage area for your printer supplies. Tips on top of 76 x 127 mm (3 x 5 in.).
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... If you need detailed information before you load it. • Do not exceed the maximum stack height. • Push all trays firmly into the printer after loading them. • Make sure the guides in the trays are positioned snug against the paper or specialty media. • Do not remove ...8226; Use only recommended paper. Have any way - Are stuck together - Refer to the Card Stock & Label Guide available on our Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com for more information about which paper provides optimum results for a Load Paper (see "Load media" on preventing jams You can help ...
... If you need detailed information before you load it. • Do not exceed the maximum stack height. • Push all trays firmly into the printer after loading them. • Make sure the guides in the trays are positioned snug against the paper or specialty media. • Do not remove ...8226; Use only recommended paper. Have any way - Are stuck together - Refer to the Card Stock & Label Guide available on our Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com for more information about which paper provides optimum results for a Load Paper (see "Load media" on preventing jams You can help ...
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Extending the tray for legal or folio size paper To load legal or folio size paper, you need to the holes on the printer and snap the cover in place. Print media tasks and tips 23 Attach the dust cover to the back of the tray. 2 Expand the tray ... well as keep the tray from being knocked out of position while it is extended. 1 Press down on the latch at the back of the printer by aligning the tabs on the back of the printer to protect the tray while it is extended.
Extending the tray for legal or folio size paper To load legal or folio size paper, you need to the holes on the printer and snap the cover in place. Print media tasks and tips 23 Attach the dust cover to the back of the tray. 2 Expand the tray ... well as keep the tray from being knocked out of position while it is extended. 1 Press down on the latch at the back of the printer by aligning the tabs on the back of the printer to protect the tray while it is extended.
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... manual feeder, see "What types of print media at the center of the print media close to the manual feeder and push it into the printer until it feeds into the feeder. Forcing the media causes jams. • Insert envelopes with the flap side down and with the top of paper.... For information on acceptable print media to use the manual feeder to the point where its leading edge can contact the paper guides. Otherwise, the printer will engage the print media too soon and likely skew the print job. 2 Adjust the paper guides to the print media's width. 3 Hold both sides...
... manual feeder, see "What types of print media at the center of the print media close to the manual feeder and push it into the printer until it feeds into the feeder. Forcing the media causes jams. • Insert envelopes with the flap side down and with the top of paper.... For information on acceptable print media to use the manual feeder to the point where its leading edge can contact the paper guides. Otherwise, the printer will engage the print media too soon and likely skew the print job. 2 Adjust the paper guides to the print media's width. 3 Hold both sides...
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When closed, all print media comes out the rear exit. Print media tasks and tips 25 How to use the rear exit, simply open , all media is sent to help reduce curling and potential jams. This is especially useful for specialty media, such as transparencies, envelopes, labels, card stock, or index cards. To use the rear exit The single-sheet rear exit provides a straight-through paper path to the output bin on top of the printer. When the rear exit door is open the rear exit door.
When closed, all print media comes out the rear exit. Print media tasks and tips 25 How to use the rear exit, simply open , all media is sent to help reduce curling and potential jams. This is especially useful for specialty media, such as transparencies, envelopes, labels, card stock, or index cards. To use the rear exit The single-sheet rear exit provides a straight-through paper path to the output bin on top of the printer. When the rear exit door is open the rear exit door.
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We recommend that you are feeding paper from a tray, remove the tray, and then remove any jams. Print media tasks and tips 26 How to display the specific secondary error paper jam light sequence. Press and release Continue twice quickly to clear paper jams When a paper jam occurs, the printer stops and the operator panel's Paper Jam and Continue lights come on page 66 for more information. To clear a paper jam: 1 If you clear the entire paper path when a paper jam occurs. See "Secondary error codes" on .
We recommend that you are feeding paper from a tray, remove the tray, and then remove any jams. Print media tasks and tips 26 How to display the specific secondary error paper jam light sequence. Press and release Continue twice quickly to clear paper jams When a paper jam occurs, the printer stops and the operator panel's Paper Jam and Continue lights come on page 66 for more information. To clear a paper jam: 1 If you clear the entire paper path when a paper jam occurs. See "Secondary error codes" on .
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Print media tasks and tips 28 4 Lift the flap at the front of the printer and remove any jams beneath the flap. 5 Open the rear exit and remove any jams. 6 After you have cleared the jams, reinstall the print cartridge assembly, make sure all printer covers and trays are closed, and then press Continue to resume printing. Note: The printer reprints the pages that caused the paper jam.
Print media tasks and tips 28 4 Lift the flap at the front of the printer and remove any jams beneath the flap. 5 Open the rear exit and remove any jams. 6 After you have cleared the jams, reinstall the print cartridge assembly, make sure all printer covers and trays are closed, and then press Continue to resume printing. Note: The printer reprints the pages that caused the paper jam.
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... tray drop-down list. 5 Select the appropriate Paper size and type. 6 Click OK. 7 Click OK on the Print window to send the job to the printer before loading the print media. on acceptable print media to use in the manual feeder, see "What types of print media can only feed one... sheet of your printer and can be loaded?" For information on page 14. Printing tasks 30 How to manually feed a print job The manual feeder is ready, it will...
... tray drop-down list. 5 Select the appropriate Paper size and type. 6 Click OK. 7 Click OK on the Print window to send the job to the printer before loading the print media. on acceptable print media to use in the manual feeder, see "What types of print media can only feed one... sheet of your printer and can be loaded?" For information on page 14. Printing tasks 30 How to manually feed a print job The manual feeder is ready, it will...