Posted by Charm_AL on 11/10/06 7:21pm
Msg #158848

OUCH!

that paper get awfully hot after 86 pages!

Reply by Charm_AL on 11/10/06 7:23pm
Msg #158850

Re: OUCH! AND

what's even more wonderful, is it all fell off the freaking tray! Dammit...

Reply by Howie35CT on 11/10/06 8:29pm
Msg #158868

Re: OUCH! AND

Not having a good printing moment, are we? Well, my paper used to get hot and curl on the ends until I realized that I was actually a little smarter than the machine and could turn down the temperature on the toner fuser. Now, for that pesky spitting tray...

Reply by christiSocal on 11/11/06 12:06am
Msg #158947

Howie, how do you turn it down

and does it make a difference in the print?

Reply by PAW on 11/11/06 6:21am
Msg #158971

Re: Howie, how do you turn it down

Many HP printers have an option for "Less Paper Curl". Accessing the proper menu function to get to this setting, depends on the model.

Look in your manual for "Less Paper Curl", or go to the manufacturer's website and enter "Paper Curl" in their search feature.

Here's one such article from HP:


ISSUE:
The output page has excessive paper curl. This issue is particularly noticeable when using paper that is thinner than normal.

SOLUTION:
Try the following:

1. Select File, Print.
2. Click Properties (Ensure that the HP LaserJet 1020 is the selected printer.).
3. Click the Paper/Quality tab.
4. Under Type is: (or Optimize For), select Light < 75 g/m 2 (or Thin Paper).

Humidity, temperature and paper type also affect paper curl. Trying a different paper or moving the printer a different location may help to reduce curl.
Paper curl will tend to relax within the first 24 hours following printing.
Below are some suggestions to help reduce curl:

* Turn the paper over in the input tray. Paper has more of a tendency to curl when heated on one side, as opposed to the other. Some paper packages (reams) have an arrow indicating the preferred printing side. Experiment to determine which orientation yields the least curl.
* Protect the paper from adverse environmental conditions prior to use. Once paper has been removed from its packaging (ream wrap), it will become conditioned to its surroundings. Paper designed for laser printing has an initial moisture content of 4-6% which is maintained as long as it is stored properly. Once the paper is removed from its packaging, it will either tend to dry out (in a relatively low-humidity environment) or absorb additional moisture (in a relatively high-humidity environment). Excess moisture in the paper will tend to increase the amount of curl, similar to the results of using a steam iron verses a "dry" iron on clothing.
* Try a different type or brand of print media (paper). Not all paper is designed for laser printing, primarily due to differing characteristics. Some paper sold as "suitable for use in laser printers" may not yield acceptable results in a specific application. HP suggests HP brand paper for optimal results.

Best printing results (including paper curl) are usually obtained by using HP paper or a high-quality xerographic (or photocopy) paper from a reputable manufacturer. Keep in mind that some types of paper may suffer from inconsistent manufacturing and handling processes, resulting in one package that yields desirable results while another yields excessive curling (and possibly other printing problems).


The biggest factor with reducing paper curl, is how the paper is placed in the tray. Pay strict attention to how you load the paper. When opening a new ream of paper, place the seam on top and place the paper in the printer tray the same way each and every time. If you notice the paper curls more than acceptable, turn the paper stack over in the tray and see if that helps. I it does, remember to turn the paper over when removing it from the wrapper. Then remember which way the paper needs to be loaded for the type and brand of paper you are using. Some types/brands of paper will actually have arrows showing which way the paper should by loaded. The reason is that the paper has two different sides. One side expands more than the other when heated (during the fusing process) because of the finish on the printing side of the paper.

Reply by Howie35CT on 11/11/06 11:49am
Msg #159040

Re: Howie, how do you turn it down

Thanks for taking this one, PAW. I just simply selected "plain" as my paper instead of HP laserjet, and the fuser automatically adjusted for a lower temperature, with the same great printing quality. And, I think this is actually saving me some toner, as I got an extra 3-4 jobs out of my last toner cartridge.

Reply by Lisa Prestegard on 11/10/06 10:58pm
Msg #158937

My hands are asbestos by now, I'm sure n/m

Reply by Charm_AL on 11/11/06 6:33am
Msg #158972

Re: My hands are asbestos by now, I'm sure

LOL! The hazards of being super signing agent on demand! I just beat the crap out of my toner cartridge to get it to print 20 more copies....sigh

Reply by Lisa Prestegard on 11/11/06 9:28am
Msg #159010

LMAO... been there, done that Charm!

My kids think I am a crazy lady, beating toner cartridges at EOM, cursing a blue streak at the *&%# printer to give my my last 10 pages.
My daughter coyly says "Um, mom... you have a case of refills... why don't you just stop acting mental and dump some in?"
Smarty pants.