Printing on Envelopes

HP LaserJet 2400 Series Printers - Printing on Envelopes You can print envelopes from Tray 1. Tray 1 holds up to 10 envelopes and supports standard or custom sizes.

For printing on any size of envelope, make sure to set the margins in your program at least 15.0 mm (0.6 inch) from the edge of the envelope.

The printer might print at a slower speed when printing envelopes. In addition, printing performance depends on the construction of the envelope. Always test a few sample envelopes before purchasing a large quantity.

WARNING: Never use envelopes that contain coated linings, exposed self-stick adhesives, or other synthetic materials. These items can emit noxious fumes.

CAUTION: Envelopes that have clasps, snaps, windows, coated linings, exposed self-stick adhesives, or other synthetic materials can severely damage the printer. To avoid jamming and possible printer damage, never try to print on both sides of an envelope. Before you load envelopes, make sure that they are flat and not damaged or stuck together. Do not use envelopes that contain pressure-sensitive adhesive.

To load envelopes in Tray 1
Many types of envelopes can be printed from Tray 1. Up to 10 can be stacked in the tray.

Open Tray 1 by pulling the front cover down, then pull out the media support and fold out the media extension.

Open the rear output bin by pulling down on the top section of the bin. Slide out the extender until it extends fully.

NOTE: Using the rear output bin reduces envelope curl.

Slide the width guides on Tray 1 outward to a position that is slightly wider than the envelopes.

Place the envelopes into the tray short-edge in, print-side up. The stamp end must enter the printer first.

Slide the width guides inward until they lightly touch the envelope stack without bending it. The envelopes should be centered between the paper guides and under the tabs on the paper-width guides.

NOTE: If the envelope has a flap on the short edge, this edge must enter the printer first. You might experience some jams when using any media that is less than 178 mm (7 inches) long. Shrinkage might be the result of environmental conditions. For optimum performance, make sure that you are storing and handling the paper correctly.

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