Printer - Ricoh FAX2900L Service Manual

MECHANICAL PROBLEMS

7.2.2 PRINTER

1. Non-feed
Possible Cause:
• Use of a non-recommended paper type.
• The paper cassette end fence is set incorrectly.
• The paper lift mechanism is not working properly.
• Malfunction in the paper feed clutch.
• The paper feed roller is set incorrectly.
• The paper feed motor is defective.
• The registration sensor and/or paper edge sensor is defective.
Action:
1. Check whether a correct paper type is being used.
2. Check that the paper cassette end fence is set correctly and check the paper
lift mechanism.
3. Check that the feed clutch for the cassette is working properly.
4. Check that the paper feed roller is installed properly. Clean or replace if
necessary.
5. Check the registration roller and its mechanism. Clean or replace if necessary.
6. Check that the registration sensor and paper edge sensor are working
correctly.
7. If the problem remains, do the following:
• Check the connections between the FCU (CN16) and the paper feed motor.
• Replace the paper feed motor.
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21 May, 1999