Epson ColorPage 8000 User Manual - Page 84

Clearing Paper Jams and Other Problems | 5-3 Clearing Paper Jams When a paper jam occurs, the printer stops and displays a message on the control panel. Any one of five messages can be displayed, indicating various types of jams in different areas of the printer. The following table defines the error messages and tells you where to check for jammed paper. Paper jam messages Message Explanation Response See Feed Jam Paper is jammed in one of the feed areas. Check the following areas and clear jammed paper if necessary: standard cassette, multipurpose tray, paper path, large capacity paper unit. page 5-4, page 5-6, page 5-13 Paper Jam Paper is jammed near or inside the fuser unit. Clear the fuser unit area. page 5-9 Exiting Paper Jam Paper is jammed in the output area. Clear the output path cover. page 5-12 Check OHP Sheet Transparencies are loaded incorrectly, or non-EPSON transparencies are in the printer. Clear the multipurpose tray or paper path. page 5-6 Irregular Density Print density is too high. To avoid damage, the printer stops printing. Clear the multipurpose tray or paper path. page 5-6 Note the following precautions when you clear paper jams: • Don't remove jammed paper by force. Torn paper can be difficult to remove and might cause other paper jams. Pull it gently to avoid tearing. • If jammed paper is torn and remains in the printer, or if paper is jammed in a place not mentioned in this chapter, contact IKON as described under "Where To Get Help" in the Introduction. 5-3