Brother HL-8050N User Manual

USABLE PAPER TYPES AND PRINTING METHOD   2 - 7

Avoid using the following paper types as they can cause paper jams or damage the printer. 

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Transparencies other than those recommended.

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Inkjet paper

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Paper that is too thick or too thin

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Paper with a face preprinted with another printer or copier, 
or paper preprinted with ink

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Fo

lded, creased, or torn paper

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Damp or wet paper

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Curled or warped paper

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Sheets affected by static electricity

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Layered or adhesive paper

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Specially coated paper

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Colored paper with a treated surface

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Paper printed with ink that cannot withstand temperatures 
of 155

 °C (311 °F).

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Heat-sensitive paper

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Carbon paper

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Paper with a rough surface such as textured or fiber form 
paper

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Acidic paper that can cause the characters to fade over 
time. Use neutral paper.

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Envelopes with a rough surface or clips attached

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Paper with staples, paper clips, tape, or ribbons attached

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Envelopes with sticky adhesive

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Label sheets where the backing is visible or is precut.

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T-shirt transfer paper (using Heat press)

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Transfer paper (using cold water)

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Digital coated glossy paper

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Label film (transparent, colorless)

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Perforated paper

Full color transparencies

Inkjet paper

Curled paper

Paper with tape attached

Shiny backing paper visible

Precut label sheets