
Troubleshooting • 126
Problem Solving
Problems Printing
If paper jams are frequent:
•
More than one sheet feeds at a time.
•
Paper curls.
•
Paper feeds at an angle.
Paper jam has been cleared, but printer does not print.
Possible cause
Remedy
The printer is not
horizontal.
Place the printer on a stable, level surface.
The paper is too thin.
Use the correct type of paper (see “Media
Recommendations” on page 10).
The paper is moist or
affected by static.
Store paper within specified temperature and
humidity levels (see “Specifications” on
page 141).
The paper is creased
or wrinkled.
Remove the creased/wrinkled paper from the
feed tray.
The paper is not
aligned correctly.
Adjust tray or manual feed guides.
Paper doesn’t feed.
Correct paper feed selection in the printer driver.
Possible cause
Remedy
The top cover has
not remained open
until all paper jams
have been cleared.
Removing a paper jam is not sufficient:
Raise and
gently
lower the top cover, especially if
the paper jam has been removed from behind the
front cover.
Summary of Contents for C5400 Series
Page 1: ......
Page 77: ...Replacing Consumables 75 6 Remove the adhesive tape from the underside of the cartridge...
Page 95: ...Replacing Consumables 93 11 Close and latch the top cover...
Page 100: ...Replacing Consumables 98 8 Close and latch the top cover...
Page 104: ...Clearing Paper Jams 102 5 Close the rear exit 6 Close the top cover...
Page 112: ...Clearing Paper Jams 110 3 Close the front cover...
Page 114: ...Clearing Paper Jams 112 2 Remove any jammed sheets...
Page 121: ...Clearing Paper Jams 119 2 Remove any jammed sheets 3 Close the front cover...