Continuous Self Test

A continuous self test can be useful for troubleshooting paper path and other problems. To print a continuous self test:

1Disconnect the printer from the power source.

2Press and hold down the Front Panel Button while connecting power.

3Continue holding the button for about five seconds.

All lights will illuminate at once, then each will light in sequence.

4Release the button. The printer conducts its internal diagnostics routine, then prints the self-test page continuously until stopped.

5To stop the continuous self test (and reset the printer), press and hold the Front Panel Button for a few seconds until all lights begin lighting in sequence once again.

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The self test does not print at the printer’s rated speed of four pages per minute.

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HP 5L (C3941A) manual Continuous Self Test