Loading paper correctly is an important part of getting good results from your Canon PIXMA TR4755i printer. If the paper isn’t positioned correctly, you may experience paper jams, crooked printing, or paper-feed problems.
Fortunately, loading paper into the Canon PIXMA TR4755i is simple once you know how to position the sheets and adjust the paper guides.
In this guide, we’ll show you how to load paper correctly and what to do if the printer has trouble feeding it.
Step 1: Prepare the Paper
Before loading paper, make sure your sheets are clean, dry, and in good condition.
For everyday printing, standard plain paper is a suitable choice.
Avoid using paper that is:
- Bent or curled
- Torn or damaged
- Damp
- Extremely thick or thin for the selected paper setting
- Stuck together
If the sheets are sticking together, gently fan the stack before placing it into the printer.
Step 2: Open the Rear Paper Support
The Canon PIXMA TR4755i uses a rear paper feed.
Raise the rear paper support at the back of the printer.
Extend the paper support so it can hold the sheets securely.
Make sure the printer is positioned where you have enough space behind it for the paper support to open fully.
Step 3: Open the Paper Feed Cover
Open the appropriate paper feed cover at the rear of the printer.
This provides access to the area where the paper will be loaded.
Make sure the paper feed area is clear before inserting your sheets.
Step 4: Adjust the Paper Guides
Locate the paper guides inside the rear paper feed.
Move the guides outward to create enough space for the paper.
Don’t force the guides or make them excessively tight.
The guides should be able to hold the paper stack in place while still allowing the sheets to feed through the printer.
Step 5: Load the Paper
Take a stack of paper and place it into the rear paper feed.
Load the paper in the correct orientation according to the paper type and the printer’s markings.
For standard paper, make sure the stack is positioned straight and is not leaning to one side.
Avoid overfilling the paper feed.
Step 6: Adjust the Paper Guides
Move the paper guides inward until they gently touch the edges of the paper.
The guides should hold the paper securely without squeezing the stack.
Make sure the paper is sitting straight and is not pushed too far into the feed area.
Step 7: Close the Paper Feed Cover
Once the paper has been loaded correctly, close the paper feed cover if applicable.
Check that the paper support remains properly extended and that the paper stack is positioned correctly.
Step 8: Select the Correct Paper Settings
Before printing, make sure the paper size and type selected on your computer, phone, or printer match the paper you’ve loaded.
For example, if you’re using A4 paper, select A4 as the paper size in your print settings.
Selecting the correct paper settings helps the printer feed and print the paper correctly.
Step 9: Print a Test Page
Send a document or photo to the Canon PIXMA TR4755i.
Choose the printer and select Print.
Watch the first sheet as it feeds into the printer.
If the paper moves through smoothly and the document prints correctly, the paper has been loaded successfully.
How Much Paper Can You Load?
Avoid filling the rear paper feed beyond its recommended capacity.
Overloading the feed can cause:
- Paper jams
- Multiple sheets feeding at once
- Paper-feed errors
- Crooked printing
If you’re unsure how much paper to load, start with a smaller stack and add more when necessary.
Always check the printer’s paper capacity for the particular paper type you’re using.
How to Load Different Paper Sizes
The Canon PIXMA TR4755i can support different paper sizes and types depending on the selected print settings.
When using a different size of paper:
- Remove the existing paper.
- Adjust the paper guides.
- Load the new paper into the rear paper feed.
- Make sure the stack is straight.
- Select the correct paper size in the print settings.
- Start printing.
Always check that the selected paper size matches the paper loaded in the printer.
What to Do If the Canon PIXMA TR4755i Won’t Pick Up Paper
If the printer doesn’t feed paper correctly, try these troubleshooting steps.
Check the Paper
Remove the paper and check for curled, damaged, or damp sheets.
Replace damaged paper with fresh sheets.
Fan the Paper
If several sheets are sticking together, remove the stack and gently fan the sheets before loading them again.
Check the Paper Guides
Make sure the paper guides are positioned correctly against the edges of the paper.
They should not be too tight or too loose.
Don’t Overload the Paper Feed
Remove some sheets if you’ve loaded a large stack.
Try printing with a smaller amount of paper.
Check for Paper Jams
Look inside the printer and paper feed area for any jammed paper.
If you find a jam, carefully remove it according to Canon’s instructions.
Avoid pulling paper forcefully, as this could damage the printer.
Restart the Printer
Turn the Canon PIXMA TR4755i off and wait a few seconds.
Turn it back on and try printing again.
Tips for Loading Paper Correctly
Following a few simple habits can help prevent paper-feed problems:
- Store paper in a cool, dry place.
- Keep unused paper in its original packaging when possible.
- Don’t mix different paper sizes in the feed.
- Avoid using damaged or badly curled sheets.
- Keep the paper guides correctly positioned.
- Don’t overload the paper feed.
- Make sure your print settings match the paper you’re using.
Final Thoughts
Loading paper into a Canon PIXMA TR4755i printer is a simple process. Open the rear paper support, adjust the paper guides, place your paper into the rear feed, and position the guides gently against the edges of the paper.
Before printing, check that the paper size and type selected in your print settings match the paper you’ve loaded.
If the printer doesn’t feed the paper properly, check the paper condition, reposition the guides, reduce the amount of paper in the feed, and look for possible paper jams.
Taking a little extra care when loading paper can help prevent feeding problems and ensure your documents and photos print correctly.
