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Samsung SCX-4200 Laser MFP - Loading Paper

This document provides instructions on how to load paper into the paper tray.

The paper input tray can hold a maximum of 250 sheets of 20 lb. (75 g/m²) plain paper.

Loading paper in the paper tray

Use the following steps to load paper into the tray.

Remove the paper tray from the printer.

Figure : Remove the paper tray
Flex or fan the edge of the paper stack to separate the pages before loading.

Figure : Flex or fan the paper
Insert the paper stack into the paper tray with the side to be printed on facing down.

Figure : Load the paper into the tray

note:
To adjust the paper guides for a different sized paper, go to Changing the size of paper in the paper input tray.
Pay attention to the paper limit mark on both inside walls of the paper tray. Paper overloading may cause paper jams.

Figure : Paper limit mark
Insert and slide the paper tray back into the printer.

Figure : Reinstall the tray

note:
After loading the paper, set up the printer for the paper type and size. The settings made from the printer driver override the settings on the control panel.

Changing the size of paper in the paper input tray

To load longer sizes of paper, such as Legal-sized paper, adjust the paper guides to extend the paper input tray.

After pressing and unlatching the guide lock (1), slide the paper length guide out completely to extend the paper tray to its full length (2).

Figure : Extend the paper tray
After inserting paper into the paper tray, squeeze the front paper length guide and slide it until it lightly touches the end of the paper stack.

Figure : Adjust the paper length guide

For paper smaller than letter size, adjust the front paper length guide so that it lightly touches the paper stack.

Figure : Adjust the front paper length guide
Squeeze the paper width guide, as shown and slide it to the stack of paper until it lightly touches the side of the stack.

Figure : Adjust the paper width guide
note:
- Do not push the paper width guides far enough to cause the materials to warp.
- If you do not adjust the paper width guide, it might cause paper jams.
  
  Figure : Correct position of the paper guides

Loading paper in the manual feeder

Use the manual feeder 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 input tray.

Tips on using the manual feeder:

Print materials should be loaded face up with the top edge going into the manual feeder first and placed in the center of the tray.
To ensure print quality and to prevent paper jams, only load the specified print media.
When printing on 76 x 127 mm (3 x 5 inches) sized media using the manual feeder, open the rear cover when printing.
When printing on transparencies, open the rear cover. If not, they may tear while exiting the printer.

Use the instructions for loading paper into the multi-purpose tray.

Load a sheet of the print material with the side to be printed on facing up in the center of the manual feeder.

Figure : Using the manual feeder

Depending on the paper type, use the following loading method:
- Envelopes: load a sheet with the flap side down and with the stamp area on the top left side.
- Transparencies: load a sheet with the print side up and the top with the adhesive strip entering the printer first.
- Labels: load a sheet with the print size up and top short edge entering the printer first.
- Preprinted paper: load a sheet with the design face up, top edge toward the printer.
- Card: load a sheet with the print side up and the short edge entering the printer first.
Adjust the manual feeder guides to the width of the print material without bending it.

Figure : Adjust the manual feeder guides
After loading paper, set the paper type and size for the manual feeder.

note:
The settings made from the printer driver override the settings on the control panel.
If necessary, open the rear cover to print special media.

Printing on special media

When printing on special media, consider the following information for each paper type.

Envelope

Printing successfully on envelopes depends upon the quality of the envelopes.

When selecting envelopes, consider the following factors:
- Weight: Should not exceed 90 g/m² (24 lb.). Otherwise jams might occur.
- Construction: Should lie flat with less than 6 mm curl (0.25 inches) and should not contain air.
- Condition: Should not be wrinkled, nicked, or damaged.
- Temperature: Should resist the heat and pressure of the printer during operation.
Use only well-constructed envelopes with sharp and well-creased folds.
Do not use stamped envelopes.
Do not use envelopes with clasps, snaps, windows, coated lining, self-adhesive seals, or other synthetic materials.
Do not use damaged or poorly made envelopes.
Be sure the seam at both ends of the envelope extends all the way to the corner of the envelope.
Figure : Proper envelope seams

Acceptable

Unacceptable
Envelopes with a peel-off adhesive strip or with more than one flap that folds over to seal must use adhesives compatible with the printer's fusing temperature for 0.1 second at about 208°C (406.4°F). The extra flaps and strips might cause wrinkling, creasing, or jams, and may even damage the fuser.
For the best print quality, position margins no closer than 15 mm (0.6 inches) from the edges of the envelope.
Avoid printing over the area where the envelope’s seams meet.

Transparencies

To avoid damaging the printer, use only transparencies designed for use in laser printers.

Transparencies must be able to withstand fusing temperatures of 208° C (406.4° F).
Place transparencies on a flat surface after removing them from the printer.
Do not leave transparencies in the paper tray for long periods of time. Dust and dirt may accumulate on them, resulting in spotty printing.
To avoid smudging caused by fingerprints, handle transparencies carefully.
To avoid fading, do not expose printed transparencies to prolonged sunlight.
Ensure that transparencies are not wrinkled, curled, or have any torn edges.

Labels

To avoid damaging the printer, use only labels designed for use in laser printers.

When selecting labels, consider the following factors:
- Adhesives: Should be stable at the printer fusing temperature of about 208°C (406.4°F).
- Arrangement: Only use labels with no exposed backing between them. Labels can peel off sheets that have spaces between the labels, causing serious jams.
- Curl: Sheet must lie flat with no more than 13 mm (5 inches) of curl in any direction.
- Condition: Do not use labels with wrinkles, bubbles, or other indications of separation.
Make sure there is no exposed adhesive material between labels. Exposed areas can cause labels to peel off during printing, which can cause paper jams. Exposed adhesive can also damage printer components.
Do not run a sheet of labels through the printer more than once. The adhesive backing is only designed for a single pass through the printer.
Do not use labels that are separating from the backing sheet or are wrinkled, bubbled, or otherwise damaged.

Card stock/Custom-sized paper

When selecting card stock, consider the following factors:

In the software application, set the margins to at least 6.4 mm (0.25 inches) away from the edges of the material.
Do not print on media smaller than 76 mm (3 inches) wide or 127 mm (5 inches) long.

Preprinted paper

When selecting preprinted paper, consider the following factors:

Must be printed with heat-resistant ink that will not melt, vaporize, or release hazardous emissions when subjected to the printer fusing temperature for 0.1 second (about 208°C (406.4°F)).
Preprinted paper ink must be non-flammable and should not adversely affect the printer rollers.
Forms and letterhead should be sealed in a moisture-proof wrapping to prevent changes during storage.
Before loading preprinted paper, verify that the ink on the paper is dry. During the fusing process, wet ink can come off preprinted paper, reducing print quality.