Using the Bypass Tray
The bypass tray is located on top of the paper tray and is used to print transparencies, labels, envelopes or postcards in addition to making quick runs of
paper types or sizes that are not currently loaded in the paper tray.
The following tips help to ensure the correct operation of the bypass tray:
l Load only one size of print media at a time in the bypass tray.
l To prevent paper jams, do not add paper when there is still paper in the bypass tray. This also applies to other types of print media.
l Print media must be loaded face up with the top edge leading into the bypass tray first, and be placed in the center of the tray.
l Always load only the print media specified in Print Media Guidelines to avoid paper jams and print quality problems.
Flatten any curl on postcards, envelopes, and labels before loading them into the bypass tray.
Postcards, 3.5 by 5.83 in. (index) cards, and other custom-sized materials are supported by this printer. The minimum size is 3.0 by 5.0 in. (76 by 127 mm) and
the maximum size is 8.5 by 14 in. (216 by 356 mm).
Acceptable print media are plain paper with sizes ranging from 3.0 by 5.0 in. (76 by 127 mm) to Legal, 8.5 by 14 in. (216 by 356 mm), the largest size
acceptable, and weighing between 16 lb and 43 lb.
To use the bypass tray:
1. Place the print media between the width guides with the side to be printed face up.
2. Adjust the width guides to match the width of the print media.
Using excessive force can result in a paper jam or skew.
Depending on the paper type used, see the following loading methods:
l Envelopes - load them with the flap side down and with the stamp area on the top left side. Please feed the envelope to be printed one at a time
when using the bypass tray. For up to 5 envelopes, please use the standard paper tray.
