Types of paper to avoid; Envelopes; 1 0.08 in. (2 mm)- Page 30

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Types of paper to avoid

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CAUTION

Some types of paper may not perform well 
or may cause damage to your machine.

DO NOT use paper:

• that is highly textured
• that is extremely smooth or shiny
• that is curled or warped

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• that is coated or has a chemical finish
• that is damaged, creased or folded
• that exceeds the recommended weight 

specification in this guide

• with tabs and staples
• with letterheads using low temperature 

dyes or thermography

• that is multipart or carbonless
• that is designed for inkjet printing

If you use any of the types of paper listed 
above, they may damage your machine. 
This damage is not covered under any 
Brother warranty or service agreement.

Envelopes

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Most envelopes will be suitable for your 

machine. However, some envelopes may 

have feed and print-quality problems 

because of the way they have been made. A 

suitable envelope should have edges with 

straight, well-creased folds and the leading 

edge should not be thicker than two sheets of 

paper. The envelope should lie flat and not be 

of baggy or flimsy construction. You should 

buy quality envelopes from a supplier who 

understands that you will be using the 

envelopes in a laser machine.
Envelopes can be fed from manual feed slot 
one at a time. We recommend that you print 
a test envelope to make sure the print results 
are what you want before you print or 
purchase a large quantity of envelopes.

Check the following:

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Envelopes should have a lengthwise 
sealing flap.

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The sealing flaps should be folded crisply 
and correctly (irregularly cut or folded 
envelopes may cause paper jams).

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Envelopes should consist of two layers of 
paper in the area circled in figure below.

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Envelope joints that are sealed by the 
manufacturer should be secure.

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We recommend that you do not print 
within 0.6 in. (15 mm) of the edges of 
envelopes.

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