Xerox Document Centre Reference Guide Page 13 - 1513. Paper & StockPaper Loading, Storage and HandlingLoadingBefore loading paper, unwrap the paper from the moisture resistantwrappings, discard the wrapper and insert the paper in the tray. Usethe labels or directions in this section to correctly load special stock.Fanning the paper edges is not required, but may be beneficial withcertain stocks in dry environments.Storing and Handling PaperDamaged, curled, or damp paper can cause jams and image qualityproblems. Follow these simple rules to store paper stock:l Store paper in dry conditions, away from extreme heat orcold, such as radiators or open windows.l Lay the paper flat on a shelf or pallet above floor level.l If possible, leave the paper wrapped and boxed until you areready to use it; otherwise, re-wrap partly used packages ofpaper.Load the paper in the paper trays 1 - 4 seam side of the paper reamup. Load the paper in the High Capacity Feeder and Bypass Traywith the seam side down.NOTE Paper stored in extremely humid environments (i.e., left in amachine over an extended period of time) may have to be replacedwith fresh stock in order to ensure optimal feeding and imagequality.The seam refers to the side of aream of paper with a split in thewrapping. It may also be referred toas arrow side first.
