Paper JamsChapter 5: Troubleshooting v 5-5Paper JamsYour printer has been designed to provide reliable,trouble-free operation. However, you may experience anoccasional paper jam.When the printer detects a misfeed or a paper jam, it stopsprinting and displays a Control Panel message.After you clear the paper jam, the printer will resumeoperation to complete the print job. The pages in theprint engine will be reprinted when the jam is cleared andprinting resumes.What Causes aPaper Jam?Paper jams occur most often when:• The paper stock does not meet specification. See“Selecting Print Media” (page 2-2).• The paper stock is in poor condition.• The printer needs cleaning.• Printer parts are worn and need to be replaced.• A paper tray is not securely closed.Paper Jam Messages Table 5.1 lists the types of paper jams that may occur. Ifyou see a Control Panel message that indicates a paperjam, find the message in the left-hand column andperform the accompanying steps to clear the paper jam.Be careful not to touch any of the componentsinside the printer when removing jammed paper.They may be very hot.