Paper jams

To clear paper jams, please follow the steps in this section.

IMPORTANT

Please confirm that you have installed all toner cartridges and drum units in the machine. Failure to install these items or incorrect installation may cause a paper jam in your Brother machine.

Note

If the error message remains, open and close the top cover and fuser cover firmly to reset the machine.

Note

The LCD names for the paper trays are as follows:

Standard paper tray: Tray

Manual Feed Slot: Manual Feed

Paper is jammed in the Paper Tray

If the LCD shows Jam Tray, follow these steps:

a Pull the paper tray completely out of the machine.

b Use both hands to slowly pull out the jammed paper.

IMPORTANT

If the paper cannot easily be removed in this direction, stop and follow the instructions for Paper is jammed inside the machine on page 153.

Note

Pulling out the jammed paper downwards allows you to remove the paper easier.

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