Lexmark M3150 Quick reference guide

Media Guide
The printer supports the following paper and specialty media sizes.
Supported paper sizes
Note: For an unlisted paper size, select the closest larger listed size. For information on card stock and labels, see the Card
Stock & Label Guide.
Paper size Standard tray Optional 250‑or
550‑sheet tray
Multipurpose feeder Duplex mode
A4
210 x 297 mm (8.3 x 11.7 in.)
A5
148 x 210 mm (5.8 x 8.3 in.)
X
A6
105 x 148 mm (4.1 x 5.8 in.)
X X
JIS B5
182 x 257 mm (7.2 x 10.1 in.)
X
Letter
216 x 279 mm (8.5 x 11 in.)
Legal
216 x 356 mm (8.5 x 14 in.)
Executive
184 x 267 mm (7.3 x 10.5 in.)
X
Oficio (Mexico)1
216 x 340 mm (8.5 x 13.4 in.)
Folio
216 x 330 mm (8.5 x 13 in.)
Statement
140 x 216 mm (5.5 x 8.5 in.)
X
Universal2
76.2 x 127 mm (3 x 5 in.) up to
216 x 356 mm (8.5 x 14 in.)
7 3/4 Envelope (Monarch)
98 x 191 mm (3.9 x 7.5 in.)
XX X
9 Envelope
98 x 225 mm (3.9 x 8.9 in.)
XX X
1This size setting formats the page for 216 x 356 mm (8.5 x 14 in.) unless the size is specified by the software application.
2Universal is supported only in the standard tray if the paper size is at least 105 x 148 mm (4.1 x 5.8 in.). Universal is supported only
in the optional 250- or 550-sheet tray if the paper size is at least 148 x 210 mm (5.8 x 8.3 in.). Universal is only supported in duplex
mode if the width is at least 210 mm (8.3 in.) and length is at least 279 mm (11 in.). The smallest supported Universal size is only
supported in the multipurpose feeder.
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Paper size Standard tray Optional 250‑or
550‑sheet tray
Multipurpose feeder Duplex mode
10 Envelope
105 x 241 mm (4.1 x 9.5 in.)
XX X
DL Envelope
110 x 220 mm (4.3 x 8.7 in.)
XX X
C5 Envelope
162 x 229 mm (6.4 x 9 in.)
XX X
B5 Envelope
176 x 250 mm (6.9 x 9.8 in.)
XX X
Other Envelope
229 x 356 mm (9 x 14 in.)
XX X
1This size setting formats the page for 216 x 356 mm (8.5 x 14 in.) unless the size is specified by the software application.
2Universal is supported only in the standard tray if the paper size is at least 105 x 148 mm (4.1 x 5.8 in.). Universal is supported only
in the optional 250- or 550-sheet tray if the paper size is at least 148 x 210 mm (5.8 x 8.3 in.). Universal is only supported in duplex
mode if the width is at least 210 mm (8.3 in.) and length is at least 279 mm (11 in.). The smallest supported Universal size is only
supported in the multipurpose feeder.
Storing paper
Use these paper storage guidelines to help avoid jams and uneven print quality:
•For best results, store paper where the temperature is 21°C (70°F) and the relative humidity is 40 percent. Most label
manufacturers recommend printing in a temperature range of 18–24°C (65–75°F) with relative humidity between 40 and 60
percent.
•Store paper in cartons, on a pallet or shelf, rather than on the floor.
•Store individual packages on a flat surface.
•Do not store anything on top of individual paper packages.
•Take paper out of the carton or wrapper only when you are ready to load it in the printer. The carton and wrapper help keep
the paper clean, dry, and flat.
Avoiding jams
Load paper properly
•Make sure paper lies flat in the tray.
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Correct loading of paper Incorrect loading of paper
•Do not remove a tray while the printer is printing.
•Do not load a tray while the printer is printing. Load it before printing, or wait for a prompt to load it.
•Do not load too much paper. Make sure the stack height is below the maximum paper fill indicator.
•Do not slide the paper into the tray. Load paper as shown in the illustration.
•Make sure the guides in the tray or the multipurpose feeder are properly positioned and are not pressing tightly against the
paper or envelopes.
•Push the tray firmly into the printer after loading paper.
Use recommended paper
•Use only recommended paper or specialty media.
•Do not load wrinkled, creased, damp, bent, or curled paper.
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•Flex and straighten paper before loading it.
•Do not use paper that has been cut or trimmed by hand.
•Do not mix paper sizes, weights, or types in the same tray.
•Make sure the paper size and type are set correctly on the computer or printer control panel.
•Store paper per manufacturer recommendations.
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