94Clear JamsWhen <Paper jam.> appears on the display, a paper jam has occurred in the feeder orinside the machine. To remove the jammed document or paper, follow the instructions onthe display.Paper jam.Press [ ] todisplay steps.WARNINGWhen removing jammed documents or paper:Use caution to avoid paper cuts.When removing jammed paper or inspecting the inside of the machine:Do not allow necklaces, bracelets, or other metal objects to touch the inside of themachine, as this may result in burns or electrical shock.CAUTIONIf loose toner comes into contact with your skin or clothing:Wash with cold water. Do not wash with warm water, as this will set the toner andcause it to stain your skin or clothing.When removing jammed documents or paper:If paper is jammed, remove it carefully so that no pieces of paper remain inside themachine according to the displayed message. Also, do not put your hand in anarea other than indicated areas, as this may result in personal injuries or burns.IMPORTANTIMPORTANTIf the jammed paper is torn:Remove all torn pieces to avoid further jams.If repeated paper jams occur:Do the following:• Make sure that the following packing material is completelyremoved.This part (a plastic partattached to the end of paper)is also a packing material. Besure to remove it.• Fan the paper stack and tap the edge on a flat surface to align thepaper before loading it into the machine.• Make sure that the paper meets the requirements for use (→ p.22).• Make sure that you have removed all scraps of paper from the insideof the machine.