Finishing Issues

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•  finisher unit can be installed on laser printers and MFDs to perform various functions
  • stapling the pages of a print job or punching holes in the sheets
  • printer settings must be configured to select the finisher as an installed output option
• Incorrect page orientation
  • paper size and orientation must be set correctly for the print job
    • finishing/binding will be aligned to the wrong edge
  • can be tricky for users to paginate the source document and select the correct output options
    • especially when using a booklet print option to apply staples to the middle of the sheet
  • icon in the printing preferences dialog will show which edge is selected for binding
  • Test settings on a short document first
• Hole punch
  • main issue is exceeding the maximum number of sheets
  • can cause the finishing unit to jam
  • maximum number of sheets may depend on the paper weight (sheet thickness)
• Staple jam
  • excessive number of sheets is the primary cause
  • One staple will become bent and stuck within the punch mechanism
  • Remove the staple cartridge
  • release the catch at the end to allow removal of stuck staples