Clearing a Document Jam

To clear a document jam in the automatic document feed mechanism, perform the followi

1.Remove the document from the document IN tray.

2.Lift open the automatic document feed cover.

3.Remove the jammed paper from the automatic document feed mechanism.

4.Close the automatic document feed cover.

Figure 5￿4.￿ Clearing￿ a￿ Document￿ Jam

Correcting Multiple Sheet Feed or Misfeed of Documents

Multiple feeds are when two or more sheets of the document feed through the fax machin condition can be caused by paper that is unusually thin or sticking together because of conditions. Documents that are of different types or weights of paper also increase the cha feeds can be caused by paper that is unusually thick or of a heavy-weight bond. Also ensure staples, paper clips and is not greasy, or torn.

To alleviate multiple sheet feeding or misfeeds of document pages, your HP FAX-900 has an adjus that you can set to compensate for most paper conditions. This switch is located on the top c document feeder. The switch positions (1, 2, 3) are embossed in the automatic document feed c

Your fax machine also has a paper separator assembly to help separate pages as they go th ment feed mechanism.

To correct multiple sheet feed or misfeed of documents, first try adjusting the pressure pl adjusting the pressure plate switch are provided in the following paragraphs. If adjusting t not solve the problem, replace the paper separator assembly pad. Instructions for replacin bly pad are contained in chapter 2 starting on page 19.

Adjusting the Pressure Plate Switch

If the document does not feed (misfeed), you can set the pressure plate switch to position 1 to the plate. See Figure 5-5.

If the document feeds more than one page at a time (multiple feed), you can set the pressure p increase the pressure of the plate.

Switch position 2 is the normal setting for the pressure plate switch.

Adjust the switch setting as necessary. Set to position 1 if misfeeds (failure to feed) occur. Set sheet feeds occur. Return the switch to position 2 when the fax transmission is completed.

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