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Paper Doesn't Feed Correctly

Paper doesn't feed
Multiple pages feed
The paper jams
Paper isn't ejected fully or is wrinkled

If one of the following problems has occurred, try the solution(s) listed for the problem.

Paper doesn't feed

Remove the stack of paper and make sure of the following:

• The paper isn't curled or creased.

• The paper isn't too old. See the instructions that came with the paper for more information.

• The paper isn't loaded above the arrow on the left edge guide.

• The paper isn't jammed inside. If it is, remove the jammed paper.

• The black and/or color ink cartridges are not out. If one is, replace the appropriate cartridge. See Replacing an Empty Ink Cartridge for details.

Then, load the paper again. Make sure you follow any special loading instructions that came with your paper. See also the paper handling section in this guide.

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Multiple pages feed

Remove the stack of paper and make sure the paper is not too thin. See Paper for specifications. Fan the edges of the stack to separate the sheets, then reload the paper.

If too many copies of a document are being printed, check the Copies setting in both the printer driver and your application. For instructions, see Modifying the printout style for Windows, or Modifying the page layout for Macintosh.

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The paper jams

Follow the on-screen instructions. Click Eject to eject any jammed paper. If paper is still jammed inside the printer, click Stop, then open the printer cover and remove the paper.

Note:

If you cannot remove a foreign object easily by yourself, do not use force and do not disassemble the printer. Call your dealer for assistance.

If paper jams frequently in your printer, make sure of the following:

• The paper is smooth, not curled or wrinkled.

• The paper is of high-quality, loaded with the printable side up.

• The paper stack was fanned before loading.

• The paper isn't loaded above the arrow on the left edge guide.

• The left edge guide is adjusted to fit your paper.

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Paper isn't ejected fully or is wrinkled

If the paper doesn't eject fully, click Stop on the Progress Meter, then open the printer cover and remove the paper. Also, check the Paper Size setting in your application or printer driver.

If the paper is wrinkled when it comes out, it may be damp or too thin. Load a new stack.

Note:

Store any unused paper in its original packaging in a dry area. See Paper for specifications.

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