{"id":625,"date":"2021-06-12T13:46:56","date_gmt":"2021-06-12T13:46:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.epsonprintersupportpro.us\/blog\/?p=625"},"modified":"2024-08-01T19:02:30","modified_gmt":"2024-08-01T19:02:30","slug":"epson-printer-paper-jam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.epsonprintersupportpro.us\/blog\/epson-printer-paper-jam\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Ways To Resolve Epson Printer Paper Jam Problem"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While working with an Epson <a href=\"https:\/\/epson.com\/printers\" target=\"_Blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">printer<\/a>, it is inevitable to encounter Epson printer paper jam errors on your device. Paper jam is a common printer issue and can occur on any device at any time. Fortunately, with the help of prompt troubleshooting instructions, it is easy to fix the Epson printer paper jam problem on the device.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this guide, we are going to share simple troubleshooting steps to fix the paper jam problem. So, if you are unable to print the documents due to a paper jam or misfeed, keep reading to find the simple steps and fix the issue.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>My Epson Printer Keeps Saying Paper Jam &amp;\u00a0 How to fix it?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Paper jams in Printers are a common phenomenon, but not at the cost of delaying printing tasks. Initially, resolving the problem will restore things to normal.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>1. Check For the Visible Error on the Control Panel\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before doing anything, check for the visible error on the control panel of your device and remove the jammed paper from the Epson printer. After removing the paper, you can proceed and correct the error. If the paper jam problem is in the rear printer feed, remove it.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, if the paper jam problem is inside the printer, put efforts into fixing the issue.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is always recommended to make sure that you don\u2019t touch the buttons on your control panel while removing the paper from inside the printer. If your printer starts to operate, it can cause injury. So stay careful and don\u2019t touch any part while removing the paper jam from the inside.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Locate and remove the paper stuck in the print tray<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.epsonprintersupportpro.us\/blog\/troubleshooting-epson-printer-problem\/\">Epson printer is not working<\/a><\/strong> because\u00a0 there is paper stuck in the loading tray, to follow the below-mentioned steps to remove the paper:<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From the printer loading tray, remove the loose paper.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hit the \u201c<strong>Resume<\/strong>\u201d button, You can find this button, on the front of your device.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If there are multiple papers stuck in the tray, remove them one at a time. Start from the middle. After that, check for the remaining bits of paper inside your device. This way, you can fix the Epson printer paper jam error on your computer. If your problem is not resolved yet, proceed to the next troubleshooting step.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>2. Clear Paper Jam from Printer Rear<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are unable to fix the paper jam error from the loading tray, you can proceed with the below-mentioned instructions to fix it from the printer rear. Usually, the printer\u2019s backside has either a rear access panel or a two-sided printing accessory.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>3. Remove a Rear Access Panel<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For this, find the \u201c<strong>knob or access<\/strong>\u201d tab and check the backside of your device or the panel. If you find the knob, set it to the \u201c<strong>unlocked<\/strong>\u201d position. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carefully remove the panel and pull out the jammed papers. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you find any small bits of paper remaining, clear them also. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Replace and secure the rear panel.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>4. Remove the Two-Sided Printing Accessory\u00a0 to Fix the Paper Jam Problem<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Click on both \u201c<strong>releases<\/strong>\u201d buttons. The buttons are present on either end of the module. Press the buttons together at the same time.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remove the panel to remove the jammed paper.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Find the small bits of paper and remove them if there are any.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Push back the module and set it to the right place.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Click on the button present on the top of the module,\u00a0 and then \u201c<strong>open the door<\/strong>\u201d.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remove the panel and look for the jammed paper. If you find any, remove it.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you are done, close the rear module door.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>5. Make Sure the Printer Carriage is Moving Freely<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To fix the Epson printer paper jam problem, disconnect it from the electric outlet.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Watch the printer carriage and see if it is moving perfectly fine. In case the carriage is stuck, do not move it forcefully, it may damage your device.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remove the ink cartridge carefully.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If there is any paper in the loading trade, remove it without removing the door.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now,\u00a0 remove the read access door or module.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rotate the roller to the printer top using your fingers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Replace the printer&#8217;s rear access door or module.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Replace the printer ink cartridge.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plug back the device into the power outlet.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>6. Reload and Test the Printer<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you have successfully removed the jammed paper from your device, check the printer carriage, and also clear the remaining bits, Now test your device. Here is how you can do it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Put some printing paper in the loading tray. Make sure that you placed correctly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After that, print a test page. Usually, print the test page by pressing and holding the \u201d<strong>resume<\/strong>\u201d button, unless your device starts sprinting. So, these are some simple steps that can help you fix the Epson printer paper jam problem on your device. Here, we would like to tell you that the steps may vary depending on the printer model or version you are using. So, it is recommended that you go to the printer manufacturer\u2019s website for printer-specific details. Once your problem is resolved, continue printing the documents without trouble.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>7. Continuity Problems? It Might Be a Hardware Issue<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your printer still has paper jam issue after following the steps above, we suggest you check for a hardware issue. Malfunctioning of paper-feed or printer roller could be the reason you are having a paper jam problem. So, if your device is having trouble, get it repaired.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Read Also:- <a href=\"https:\/\/www.epsonprintersupportpro.us\/blog\/epson-printer-wont-recognize-ink-cartridge\/\">Epson Printer Wont Recognize Ink Cartridge<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Final Words<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Epson printers are always adored when it comes to delivering outstanding printing performance. Although, just like with any other device, technical problems with Epson can happen at any time. If you are facing a paper jam problem with the printer and are unable to fix it following the steps above, we suggest you contact <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.epsonprintersupportpro.us\/\">Epson support<\/a><\/strong> for help. The professionals are available round the clock, so you can contact them in case of need.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The experts can help you with the best possible solution to fix the Epson printer paper jam problem. And, will also share some useful tips to make your printing experience better.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, contact the experts and find an instant solution to the problem!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While working with an Epson printer, it is inevitable to encounter Epson printer paper jam errors on your device. Paper jam is a common printer issue and can occur on any device at any time. 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