HP Officejet 4500 - Tips for selecting and using media

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Tips for selecting and using media

For the best results, observe the following guidelines.

Always use media that conforms to the device specifications. For more information,
see

Media specifications

.

Load only one type of media at a time into a tray or automatic document feeder (ADF)
(some models only).

When loading the trays and ADF (some models only), make sure the media is properly
loaded. For more information, see

Load media

or

Load an original in the automatic

document feeder (ADF)

.

Do not overload the tray or ADF (some models only). For more information, see

Media

specifications

.

To prevent jams, poor print quality, and other printing problems, avoid loading the
following media in the trays or ADF (some models only):

Multipart forms

Media that is damaged, curled, or wrinkled

Media with cutouts or perforations

Media that is heavily textured, embossed, or does not accept ink well

Select print media

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Media that is too lightweight or stretches easily

Media that contains staples or clips

NOTE: To scan, copy, or fax documents that contain pages that do not conform
to these guidelines, use the scanner glass. For more information, see

Load an

original on the scanner glass

.