Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer - Manual (Page 173)

Category Specifications
Acid Content 5.5 pH or lower
Caliper 0.094-0.18 mm (3.0-7.0 mils)
Curl in Ream Flat within 0.02 in. (5 mm)
Cut Edge
Conditions Cut with sharp blades with no visible fray.
Fusing
Compatibility Must not scorch, melt, offset or release hazardous emissions when heated to
200°C (392°F) for 0.1 second.
Grain Long Grain
Moisture Content 4%-6% by weight
Smoothness 100-400 Sheffield
Paper Output Capacity
Output Location Capacity
Front Output Tray (Face Down) 150 sheets of 75 g/m 2 bond (20 lb) paper
Rear Output Slot (Face Up) 1 sheet of 75 g/m 2 bond (20 lb) paper
Printer and Paper Storage Environment
Paper storage environmental conditions directly affect the feed operation.
Ideally, the printer and paper storage environment should be at or near room temperature, and not too dry
or humid. Remember that paper is hygroscopic; it absorbs and loses moisture rapidly.
Heat works with humidity to damage paper. Heat causes the moisture in paper to evaporate, while cold
causes it to condense on the sheets. Heating systems and air conditioners remove most of the humidity from
a room. As paper is opened and used, it loses moisture, causing streaks and smudging. Humid weather or
water coolers can cause the humidity to increase in a room. As paper is opened and used it absorbs any
excess moisture, causing light print and dropouts. Also, as paper loses and gains moisture it can become
distorted. This can cause paper jams.
Care should be taken not to purchase more paper than can be used in a short time (about 3 months). Paper
stored for long periods may experience heat and moisture extremes, which can cause damage. Planning is
important to prevent damage to large supplies of paper.
Unopened paper in sealed reams can remain stable for several months before use. Opened packages of
paper have more potential for environment damage, especially if they are not wrapped with a moisture-proof
barrier.