HP LaserJet MFP M433, M436, M437, M438, M439, M440, M442, M443, M42523, M42525, M42623, M42625 - Loading paper in the tray

• Use only print media that meets the specifications required by the machine.
• If you use print media that does not meet the specifications outlined in this user guide, the following problems may occur:
  • Low printing quality, paper jams, excessive wear on the machine
• The weight, material, surface condition, and moisture content of the print media may affect the performance and printing quality of the machine.
• Some print media may not produce the desired result even if it meets the specifications outlined in this user guide.
  This may occur due to mishandling of the print media, unsuitable temperature or humidity, or other uncontrollable factors.
• Using print media that does not meet the specifications outlined in this user guide may result in machine malfunctions that require repairs.
  Such repairs are not covered by the warranty agreement.
• Do not use inkjet photo print media with this machine. Doing so may damage the machine.
• Do not use creased, torn, or damp print media.

  warning:

The use of inflammable media or foreign materials left in the printer may lead to overheating of the unit and, in rare cases may cause a fire.

1. Pull out the paper tray.
   
2. Squeeze and slide the paper width guide and paper length lever to locate them in the correct paper size slot marked at the bottom of the tray to adjust to the size.
   
3. Flex or fan the edge of the paper stack to separate the pages before loading papers.
   
4. After inserting paper into the tray, squeeze and slide the paper width guides and paper length guide.
   
   • Do not push the paper width guide too far causing the media to warp.
   • If you do not adjust the paper width guide, it may cause paper jams.
     
   • Do not use a paper with a leading-edge curl, it may cause a paper jam or the paper can be wrinkled.
     
5. Insert the tray back into the machine.
   
6. When you print a document, set the paper type and size for tray.

1. Hold the handle of multi-purpose tray and pull it down to open and pull out the multi-purpose tray paper extension.
   
2. Load the paper.
   
3. Squeeze the multi-purpose tray paper width guides and adjust them to the width of the paper. Do not force them too much, or the paper will bent resulting in a paper jam or skew.
   
4. When you print a document, set the paper type and size for the multipurpose tray.

   note:

   If multi-purpose tray gets empty while printing, supply paper after pressing the Multi-purpose Lock Plate.

   

note:

It may be necessary to press OK to navigate to lower-level menus for some models.

1. Select (Menu) > System Setup > Paper Setup > Paper Size or Paper Type on the control panel.
2. Select the tray and the option you want.
3. Press OK to save the selection.
4. Press (Stop) button to return to ready mode.

note:

If you want to use special-sized paper such as billing paper, select the Paper tab > Size > Edit... and set Custom Paper Size Settings in the Printing Preferences.