How to Change Paper Tray from Letter to Legal on a Kyocera ECOSYS #
To change the paper tray size from Letter (8.5″ x 11″) to Legal (8.5″ x 14″) on a Kyocera ECOSYS printer, follow these steps:
Physical Adjustment of the Paper Tray: #
Turn Off the Printer: Ensure the printer is turned off and unplugged to avoid any accidental injuries or damage.
Remove the Paper Tray: #
Pull out the paper tray completely from the printer.
Adjust the Paper Guides: #
- Locate the paper length and width guides within the tray.
- Press the release levers on the guides and slide them to the correct position for Legal size paper.
- Ensure that the guides are firmly locked into place to prevent paper jams.
Load Legal Size Paper: #
Place the Legal size paper into the tray, making sure it is properly aligned and does not exceed the maximum fill line.
Reinsert the Paper Tray: Carefully slide the tray back into the printer until it clicks into place.
Printer Settings Adjustment: #
Turn On the Printer: Plug in and turn on the printer.
Access the Printer Menu: #
On the printer’s control panel, navigate to the “System Menu” or “Settings.”
Use the navigation buttons to find the “Paper Settings” option.
Select Paper Size: #
Choose the paper tray you have adjusted (usually Tray 1 or Tray 2).
Set the paper size to Legal (8.5″ x 14″).
Save the Settings: #
Confirm and save the new paper size settings.
Driver and Software Settings (If Necessary): #
Open Printer Preferences: On your computer, go to the “Devices and Printers” section from the Control Panel.
Access Printer Properties: Right-click on the Kyocera ECOSYS printer and select “Printer properties.”
Change Default Paper Size: #
Go to the “Advanced” tab and click on “Printing Defaults.”
Change the paper size to Legal under the Paper/Quality tab.
Save and Apply Changes: #
Click “OK” to save your settings and exit the properties menu.
By following these steps, you should be able to successfully change the paper tray size from Letter to Legal on your Kyocera ECOSYS printer. If you encounter any issues, refer to the printer’s user manual or contact Kyocera customer support for further assistance.
