Supported Paper and MediaPhaser® 6180MFP Multifunction Printer5-5Paper That Can Damage Your PrinterYour printer is designed to use a variety of media types for print jobs. However, some mediacan cause poor output quality, increased paper jams, or damage to your printer.Unacceptable media includes:■ Rough or porous media■ Plastic media other than supported transparencies■ Paper that has been folded or wrinkled■ Paper with staples■ Envelopes with windows or metal clasps■ Padded envelopes■ Non-laser glossy or coated paper■ Perforated mediaPaper Storage GuidelinesProviding good storage conditions for your paper and other media contributes to optimumprint quality.■ Store paper in dark, cool, relatively dry locations. Most paper items are susceptible todamage from ultraviolet (UV) and visible light. UV radiation, which is emitted by the sunand fluorescent bulbs, is particularly damaging to paper items. The intensity and length ofexposure to visible light on paper items should be reduced as much as possible.■ Maintain constant temperatures and relative humidity.■ Avoid attics, kitchens, garages, and basements for storing paper. Inside walls are drier thanoutside walls where moisture can collect.■ Store paper flat. Paper should be stored on pallets, cartons, shelves, or in cabinets.■ Avoid having food or drinks in the area where paper is stored or handled.■ Do not open sealed packages of paper until you are ready to load them into the printer.Leave paper in the original packaging. For most commercial cut-size grades, the reamwrapper contains an inner lining that protects the paper from moisture loss or gain.■ Leave the media inside the bag until you are ready to use it; reinsert unused media in thebag and reseal it for protection. Some specialty media is packaged inside resealable plasticbags.
