
CHAPTER 8 ERROR INDICATION AND TROUBLESHOOTING
This chapter details error messages and codes that the incorporated self-diagnostic functions
display if any error or malfunction occurs. If any error message appears, refer to this chapter to
find which components should be checked or replaced.
The latter half of this chapter provides sample problems that could occur in the main sections of
the machine and related troubleshooting procedures. This will help service personnel pinpoint and
repair defective components.
CONTENTS
Error messages appearing on the LCD .....................................................8-1
Error codes contained in "MACHINE ERROR X X" messages ..................8-4
Troubleshooting based on problem type .........................................................8-20
Communications problems .....................................................................8-21
Paper/document feeding problems .........................................................8-21
PC-driven printing problems ...................................................................8-27
Problems encountered frequently in the past ..................................................8-28
"MACHINE ERROR 41" error message ..................................................8-29
Auto document feeder (ADF) malfunction...............................................8-30
Possible component defects and resulting problems.......................................8-32
Scanner mechanism...............................................................................8-33