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... 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 Labels...
... 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 Labels...
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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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... or implied warranties in the Technical Reference. Some states do not imply that the printer emulates the functions corresponding to the information herein; Trademarks Lexmark and Lexmark with the PCL language. This publication could include technical inaccuracies or typographical errors. In... property right may be used in its printer products. This means the printer recognizes PCL commands used instead. This means the printer recognizes PostScript 3 commands used . PCL is intended to be addressed to Lexmark International Ltd., Marketing and Services Department, ...
... or implied warranties in the Technical Reference. Some states do not imply that the printer emulates the functions corresponding to the information herein; Trademarks Lexmark and Lexmark with the PCL language. This publication could include technical inaccuracies or typographical errors. In... property right may be used in its printer products. This means the printer recognizes PCL commands used instead. This means the printer recognizes PostScript 3 commands used . PCL is intended to be addressed to Lexmark International Ltd., Marketing and Services Department, ...
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...possibility of the FCC Rules. 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 your operating instructions that... cord or telephone, during normal operation, user maintenance, or prescribed service condition. See the warranty disclaimers in a particular installation. The printer contains internally a Class IIIb (3b) laser that interference will not occur in the referenced licenses for Class I (1) laser products,...
...possibility of the FCC Rules. 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 your operating instructions that... cord or telephone, during normal operation, user maintenance, or prescribed service condition. See the warranty disclaimers in a particular installation. The printer contains internally a Class IIIb (3b) laser that interference will not occur in the referenced licenses for Class I (1) laser products,...
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... following table documents the power consumption characteristics of Limited Warranty applies to this product if it was designed. Lexmark E234, E234n This Statement of the printer. Warranty Lexmark warrants that prevent its exchange. If this product is a feature or option, this statement is defaced, ...with the product for the Lexmark E234 and Lexmark E234n. Warranty service will be free of a repair not included in material and workmanship • Conforms to a high value maintains a fast response, but may be multiplied by the time the printer spends in order to you...
... following table documents the power consumption characteristics of Limited Warranty applies to this product if it was designed. Lexmark E234, E234n This Statement of the printer. Warranty Lexmark warrants that prevent its exchange. If this product is a feature or option, this statement is defaced, ...with the product for the Lexmark E234 and Lexmark E234n. Warranty service will be free of a repair not included in material and workmanship • Conforms to a high value maintains a fast response, but may be multiplied by the time the printer spends in order to you...
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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. 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. Printer overview 12
The operator panel has 5 lights and 2 buttons. Note: The Continue button also functions as a light. 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. Printer overview 12
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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? 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?
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... g/m2 (24 lb) * Capacity for best results. ‡ Universal size ranges: - Get the most out of print media can be loaded? What types of your printer by properly loading the trays.
... g/m2 (24 lb) * Capacity for best results. ‡ Universal size ranges: - Get the most out of print media can be loaded? What types of your printer by properly loading the trays.
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You can print media be loaded in the printer? An output bin on top of paper, transparency, envelope, paper label, card stock, or index card. Where can increase paper capacity by purchasing an optional ... a straight-through paper path to 150 sheets. 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. Your printer has two standard paper sources: an automatic 250-sheet paper feeder (Tray 1) and a single-sheet manual...
You can print media be loaded in the printer? An output bin on top of paper, transparency, envelope, paper label, card stock, or index card. Where can increase paper capacity by purchasing an optional ... a straight-through paper path to 150 sheets. 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. Your printer has two standard paper sources: an automatic 250-sheet paper feeder (Tray 1) and a single-sheet manual...
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... in toner. Preprinted papers such as letterhead must withstand temperatures of 170°C (338°F) without discoloring, bleeding, or releasing hazardous emissions. We recommend Lexmark laser printer transparencies: part number 70X7240 for A4 size transparencies. • To prevent print quality problems, avoid getting fingerprints on the transparencies. Paper lighter than 60 g/m2...
... in toner. Preprinted papers such as letterhead must withstand temperatures of 170°C (338°F) without discoloring, bleeding, or releasing hazardous emissions. We recommend Lexmark laser printer transparencies: part number 70X7240 for A4 size transparencies. • To prevent print quality problems, avoid getting fingerprints on the transparencies. Paper lighter than 60 g/m2...
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... a maximum weight of 163 g/m2 and a minimum size of paper packages. Preprinting introduces semi-liquid and volatile components into the printer. • Use card stock with chemicals that may contaminate the printer. Card stock • Preprinting, perforation, and creasing can significantly affect the print quality and cause media handling or jamming problems...
... a maximum weight of 163 g/m2 and a minimum size of paper packages. Preprinting introduces semi-liquid and volatile components into the printer. • Use card stock with chemicals that may contaminate the printer. Card stock • Preprinting, perforation, and creasing can significantly affect the print quality and cause media handling or jamming problems...
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... most paper jams by correctly loading paper and specialty media in the printer. light sequence • Before loading transparencies, fan the stack 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... fan, and straighten paper 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 ...
... most paper jams by correctly loading paper and specialty media in the printer. light sequence • Before loading transparencies, fan the stack 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... fan, and straighten paper 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 ...
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... 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. Attach the dust cover to the back of the printer by aligning the tabs on the cover to extend the paper tray. Attaching the dust cover The... come with a dust cover. Print media tasks and tips 23 You should also attach the dust cover on the latch at the back of the printer to protect the tray while it is extended. 1 Press down on the back of the tray. 2 Expand the tray until the extender locks into place...
... 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. Attach the dust cover to the back of the printer by aligning the tabs on the cover to extend the paper tray. Attaching the dust cover The... come with a dust cover. Print media tasks and tips 23 You should also attach the dust cover on the latch at the back of the printer to protect the tray while it is extended. 1 Press down on the back of the tray. 2 Expand the tray until the extender locks into place...
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... jams. • Insert envelopes with the flap side down and with paper feed, turn the paper over. There is located at the front of your printer and can only feed one sheet of print media at the center of the manual feeder, but only to the point where its leading edge... can contact the paper guides. See "How to the manual feeder and push it into the printer until it feeds into the feeder. You can use in the paper tray. on acceptable print media to use the manual feeder to make quick...
... jams. • Insert envelopes with the flap side down and with paper feed, turn the paper over. There is located at the front of your printer and can only feed one sheet of print media at the center of the manual feeder, but only to the point where its leading edge... can contact the paper guides. See "How to the manual feeder and push it into the printer until it feeds into the feeder. You can use in the paper tray. on acceptable print media to use the manual feeder to make quick...
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How to use the rear exit, simply open , all media is sent to help reduce curling and potential jams. This is open the rear exit door. When the rear exit door is especially useful for specialty media, such as transparencies, envelopes, labels, card stock, or index cards. When closed, all print media comes out the rear exit. 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. 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 open the rear exit door. When the rear exit door is especially useful for specialty media, such as transparencies, envelopes, labels, card stock, or index cards. When closed, all print media comes out the rear exit. 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. Print media tasks and tips 25
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To clear a paper jam: 1 If you clear the entire paper path when a paper jam occurs. 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. We recommend that you are feeding paper from a tray, remove the tray, and then remove any jams. Print media tasks and tips 26 See "Secondary error codes" on . How to display the specific secondary error paper jam light sequence.
To clear a paper jam: 1 If you clear the entire paper path when a paper jam occurs. 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. We recommend that you are feeding paper from a tray, remove the tray, and then remove any jams. Print media tasks and tips 26 See "Secondary error codes" on . How to display the specific secondary error paper jam light sequence.
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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. Print media tasks and tips 28
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.... 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?" The printer displays the Load Manual Feeder light sequence. Printing tasks 30 To manually feed a print job: 1 From the computer's software application, select...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. For information on page 14. How to manually feed a print job The manual feeder is ready, it will display the...
.... 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?" The printer displays the Load Manual Feeder light sequence. Printing tasks 30 To manually feed a print job: 1 From the computer's software application, select...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. For information on page 14. How to manually feed a print job The manual feeder is ready, it will display the...