Loading paper into Tray 1

Printing tasks
   

Loading paper into Tray 1


CAUTION

Avoid adding print media to Tray 1 while the printer is printing, or jams can occur.

  1. Open Tray 1.

    NOTE

    If printing on special media, such as envelopes, use Tray 1. See Printing envelopes from Tray 1 for more information.

    HP 3550 3700 t1 open Loading paper into Tray 1
  2. Raise the output bin extension.

    HP 3550 3700 t1 output extender Loading paper into Tray 1
  3. Slide out the tray extender and, if necessary, open the additional tray extender.

    HP 3550 3700 t1 extend flip Loading paper into Tray 1
  4. Slide the width guides slightly wider than the print media.

    HP 3550 3700 t1 adjust Loading paper into Tray 1
  5. Place print media into the tray with the side to be printed up, and the top, short edge in first.

    NOTE

    If you are printing on two sides, see 2-sided (duplex) printing for loading instructions.

    HP 3550 3700 t1 load paper Loading paper into Tray 1
  6. Slide the paper width guides inward until they lightly touch the print media stack on both sides without bending it. Make sure the print media fits under the tabs on the width guides.

    HP 3550 3700 t1 adjust paper Loading paper into Tray 1
    CAUTION

    Wait for the printer to finish printing before closing Tray 1 (optional). Closing the tray before the printer finishes can cause jams.

  7. If you are printing on special media, such as labels, envelopes, or heavy or light paper, open the lower rear door (rear output bin) at the back of the printer. Extend the paper extension tray.

    HP 3550 3700 t1 slide tray extender Loading paper into Tray 1
HP 3550 3700 Loading paper into Tray 1