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Document number: BPP90108
Last updated: 14-Jan-2003
Minimum skill level: 2
A paper jam can happen at any time. It may occur when loading a new roll, in mid print or at the end of a roll. Some of the reasons for media jams are improper loading of the media, media not installed correctly on
spindle, media that is too thick, third party media that maintains curl due to tight wrapping on core, or the
Bail
not lifting properly. Use the steps listed in this document to accurately determine the cause of the failure and replace the appropriate parts.
Parts required (part numbers are subject to change)
Troubleshooting steps
If parts are replaced or fixed in any of the steps listed below, attempt to verify printer functionality by turning the printer on and successfully printing internal test prints. If functionality is verified, no additional parts should be replaced.
- Turn the printer off.
- Lift the top cover and lower the media lever (ensure the pincharms release pressure on media).
- Carefully move the carriage and/or
cutter assemblies to home positions (carriage far right,
cutter far left).
- Remove all media from the printer.
- Remove any small pieces of media that may be stuck in media path. A manila file folder may be inserted into the media path to clear any unseen obstructions.
CAUTION: The media sensor can be damaged or broken very easily. Slide folder in on the right side to prevent damaging the sensor.
- If obstruction is removed, try loading both roll and sheet (preferably larger than 8.5 x 11) media two times each to prove functionality.
- If loading media is unsuccessful, or no problem is found with the media path, continue with the remaining steps.
Perform a D11
Bail test
- Enter the Diagnostics tests submenu (instructions listed below)
- Scroll to D11 Bail and press Enter.
- Open the top cover to view the
bail assembly movement (top cover sensor is disabled).
- When the test is finished, the message "D1100 Done" will be displayed on the front panel.
- If the
bail assembly does not move up and down during the test, replace the bail stepper motor
(refer to pg. 8-62 of the Service Manual).
- Check
bail assembly for damage, replace if needed
(refer to pg. 8-58 of the Service Manual).
- Following replacement, perform the bail test again.
- If the test passes, attempt to verify functionality.
- If no problems are found or the problem persists, continue with the next section.
- Ensure the media is loaded correctly on the
spindle (for example, roll loaded backwards).
- Remove the
media spindle from the printer.
- Check the right side of the
spindle for damage to the gear teeth, replace if needed.
- If the
spindle is replaced, load media onto the
new
spindle, and try reloading media.
- If loading is successful, try loading both roll and sheet (preferably larger than 8.5 x 11) media and attempt to recreate the skewing issue. If issue is not recreated, the problem has been solved.
- If no problem is found with the media spindle or the skewing issue persists, continue with the remaining steps.
- Remove the media
spindle from the printer.
- Check the right
rollfeed assembly for tension. The gear should be stiff, but can be overpowered. Use a pencil eraser or finger to move the gear assembly.
- If the
rollfeed does not move, moves without any tension or makes any unusual noises while moving, replace the
rollfeed assembly
(refer to pg. 8-81 of the Service Manual).
- Following replacement, attempt to verify functionality.
- If no problems with the
rollfeed are noticed or problems persist following replacement, continue with the next section.
- Open the top cover.
- Manually lift the
bail
assembly.
- Try turning the
overdrive rollers backwards by hand.
- If the
overdrive rollers move backwards, replace the
overdrive gear and
overdrive clutch assemblies
(refer to pg. 8-81 of the Service Manual).
- If
overdrive clutch locks, when attempting to move overdrive wheels backward, attempt to load media.
- Leave the top cover open and trip the top cover sensor to view the overdrive wheels during media loading (use a small piece of paper to trip sensor).
- Load a sheet of 8.5 x 11 paper.
- Watch the media as it runs between the overdrive wheels and the bail. If the
overdrive clutch
is defective and the overdrive is not turning, the sheet will buckle when it hits the overdrive wheels, forming a "Media Bubble."
- If the wheels do not turn, replace the
overdrive clutch and
overdrive gear
(refer to pg. 8-81 of the service
manual).
- Following replacement perform a C08 Accuracy calibration, a D11 Bail test, and a D05 Service Station test (instructions listed below).
- Verify printer functionality.
Performing Service Calibrations or Service Diagnostic Tests
Following each calibration, turn the printer off to store the new calibration values in the EEROM. Turn the printer on (entering Service mode) and perform the next required calibration. Repeat this cycle until all necessary calibrations have been performed.
- Make sure the printer is turned off from the power switch on the back of the printer.
- Hold the Up Arrow key and the Enter key down while turning the printer on.
NOTE: Continue to press both the Up Arrow key and the Enter keys until letters begin to scroll on the lower right corner of the front-panel display.
- Once the message "Status/Ready" is displayed on the front panel, press Enter.
- Use the Arrow keys to scroll to Utilities and press Enter.
- Scroll to Service Tests and press Enter.
- Scroll to Service Calibrations or Diagnostics and press Enter.
- Use the Arrow keys to scroll through the specific calibrations or Diagnostic tests and press Enter when the required calibration/test is displayed.
NOTE: For the best results when performing the Accuracy calibration, use a Polyester Matte film. If Polyester Matte film is not available, use HP High Gloss or Heavy Coated media.
Copyright Hewlett-Packard Co. 2001
This information is subject to change without notice and
is provided "as is" with no warranty.
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