Epson Stylus COLOR 900 Service Manual page 71

EPSON Stylus COLOR 900/900N
Table 3-4. Remedies for Paper Out Error
Step Problem
1 Does paper not Set a cleaning sheet in the ASF with the non-adhesive
load even when area to the top. While holding the top edge, press the
the paper loading Load/Eject button to clean the paper loading rollers (the
rollers turn? semicircular rubber rollers in the ASF). To remove severe
soiling, staple a cloth moistened with alcohol to a post
card and clean the roller in the same manner.
2 Is the connector Connect the connector (yellow, 3-pin) for the PE sensor.
for the PE sensor
disconnected?
• Does the PE • Using your hand, move the actuator as if it were being
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sensor pushed by incoming paper. Then release the actuator
actuator get and check if it automatically returns to its original
stuck? position with the tension of the spring.
• Is the sensor • Referring to the illustration above, check that the
securely sensor base is securely installed to the frame. If the
installed? sensor base is loose, install it securely.
Solution
Staples
Table 3-5. Remedies for Paper Out Error (continued)
Step Problem
4 Is the PE sensor Measure the voltage at the yellow 3-pin connector
defective? on the relay board while toggling the actuator,
checking against the following voltages:
The actuator is pushed: 2.4 V or more
The actuator is released: 0.7 V or less
5 Is the ASF damaged? Hand-rotate the shaft in the ASF in the paper feed
direction and check if the hopper springs back every
time you rotate the shaft.
NOTE: If you suspect that the hopper is not
Chapter 3 Troubleshooting
Solution
M / C
P i n 3 ( P E )
P i n 2 ( G N D )
operating at the correct timing for paper
feeding, reassembly or replace the ASF.
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