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An Error Occurs

If an error occurs in printing, for example if the paper runs out or jams, a troubleshooting message appears automatically. Take the appropriate action described in the message.

When an error occurs, the Alarm lamp flashes and a support code (error number) appears on the computer screen. For some errors, the POWER lamp and the Alarm lamp flashes alternately. Check the status of the lamps and the message, and take the appropriate action.

Support Code Corresponding to Number of Flashes of Alarm Lamp

Example of 2 times flashing:

(A) Flashes

(B) Goes off

Number of flashes

Cause

Support Code

2 flashes

Printer is out of paper or paper does not feed.

1000

3 flashes

Paper is jammed in paper output slot or in rear tray.

1300

4 flashes

Print head (cartridge) is not installed properly.

1470

5 flashes

Print head may be damaged.

1403

Print head (cartridge) cannot be recognized.

1471

Appropriate print head (cartridge) is not installed.

1476

7 flashes

Print head (cartridge) is not installed in correct position.

1474

More than one print head (cartridge) of the same color is installed.

1475

8 flashes

Ink absorber is almost full.

1700, 1701

9 flashes

Protective material or tape may still be attached to print head (cartridge) holder.

1890

14 flashes

Print head (cartridge) cannot be recognized.

1473

15 flashes

print head (cartridge) cannot be recognized.

1472

Support Code Corresponding to Number of Alternate Flashes of POWER Lamp and Alarm Lamp

Example of 2 times flashing:

(A) Alternately flashes

(B) Goes off

Number of flashes

Cause

Support Code

2 flashes

Printer error has occurred.

5100

7 flashes

Printer error has occurred.

5B00, 5B01

10 flashes

An error requiring a repair has occurred.

B202, B203, B204, B205

Other cases than above

Printer error has occurred.

5200, 5400, 5700, 6800, 6801, 6930, 6931, 6932, 6933, 6936, 6937, 6938, 6940, 6941, 6942, 6943, 6944, 6945, 6946

When a Support Code and a Message Are Displayed on Computer Screen:

  • For Windows:

    figure: Error message screen
  • For Mac OS:

    figure: Error message screen

    * The screen differs depending on the OS you are using.

Note

  • You can also search for details on resolving the errors indicated by the support code shown.

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To resolve errors that do not have support codes, see Message Appears.