How to Clear a Paper Jam in a Laser Printer

Posted by Anonymous , 9/5/2007 Tags:ClearPaperJamLaserPrinter

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Introduction A paper jam in a laser printer can frustrate anyone. You can only clear it manually,

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Introduction

A paper jam in a laser printer can frustrate anyone. You can only clear it manually, and it can be difficult to find where the paper is stuck. However, with patience and diligence, you can clear the jam. Follow these steps.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Steps

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Step One

Open the front panel of the printer. Look to see if the paper jam is visible.
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Step Two

Gently tug the paper out, so that you don't damage the machine.
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Step Three

If there's still paper jammed, open the next panel, usually below the open panel. Pull out the paper if you see it.
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Step Four

Should that not solve your problem, open the panel toward the back of the printer. Pull out the paper if you see it. Continue to hunt for jams in any remaining panels.
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Step Five

Remove the toner cartridge and all other removable parts. If you still cannot find the paper, replace everything. Turn off the printer, let it cool down and then restart the device.
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Step Six

Print your document again.

Overall Tips & Warnings

  • Remember to tug gingerly when removing a paper from a jam. Otherwise it may rip, and you'll have less leverage when you try pulling again.
  • Do not yank any panels open. Panels may break if you use too much force.
  • Unplug the printer before you start removing the panels.

Overall Things You'll Need

  • Laser printer
  • Printer paper
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