T-6

2. PAPER MISFEED

2-1. Initial Check Items

When a media misfeed occurs in the printer, first make the following initial checks.
Precautions for Clearing a Misfeed
Reset the misfeed condition by opening and closing the Front Door after the misfeed has
been cleared.
Check Action
Does the media meet product specifications? Replace the media.
Is the paper curled, wavy, or damp?
Replace the paper.
Instruct the user in correct paper stor-
age.
Is the media transport path deformed, dirty, or
obstructed with foreign matter?
Clean the media path and replace if
necessary.
Are the Paper Separator Fingers dirty, deformed,
or worn? Replace the Fusing Unit.
Is the roller dirty, deformed, or worn? Clean the roller and replace it if neces-
sary.
Are Edge Guides at correct position to accommo-
date the media?
Slide the Edge Guides up against the
edges of the media stack.
Does the actuator operate correctly when
checked? Correct or replace the actuator.