Clearing Printer Feed Jams 5-3
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Troubleshooting
Clearing Printer Feed Jams
Observe these guidelines when you are inspecting the machine for printer feed jams:
• If the paper jam occurred as a result of a power failure, restore power to the main unit by
reconnecting it to the power source before you follow the procedure below.
• Make sure you check all the areas described below because paper jams can occur at more
than one location.
• Follow the exact order of the steps below.
• When removing the paper cassettes, remove them gently.
If a paper jam occurs during printing, the Error lamp blinks red, and the following message
appears on the LCD display:
CAUTION
The toner fixing area becomes very hot. Do not touch any parts in the
fixing area when you are clearing a paper jam.
IMPORTANT
• Wash off any toner from your hands or clothing immediately with cold water.
REC. PAPER JAM