How do I fix the error code 5100 on my Canon printer?

How do I fix the error code 5100 on my Canon printer?

The encoder film/strip needs to be cleaned. Paper is jammed or there is an object inside the printer. The printer needs to be reset. Press the Power button to turn off the printer.

How do I fix error code 5011?

1. Perform a Power Cycle. The easiest fix for this error is to perform a power cycle.
2. Check the Cartridge. Since the error 5011 mostly appears if the printer cartridge is stuck, it is recommended to check for the same.
3. Remove and Reinsert the Cartridge.

How do you clear a paper jam on a Canon Pixma printer?

Solution

1. Turn off the printer and unplug it.
2. Retract the paper output tray and open the cover. Important.
3. Check if jammed paper is under FINE cartridge holder.
4. Hold jammed paper firmly in both hands.
5. Slowly pull out paper, so as not to tear it.
6. Make sure all jammed paper is removed.
7. Close cover.

What is error 5 in Canon printer?

Although printer errors can differ by model number, the E5 printer error for Canon printers refers to a problem with an ink cartridge. Possible causes of the error include: Ink cartridge is not installed properly. Wrong ink cartridge installed (unsupported type of cartridge).

Can I use alcohol to clean encoder strip?

The first step in cleaning the encoder strip is to release the print carriage and power the printer off at the control panel. After that, mix 1:1, distilled water and isopropyl alcohol. CAUTION: Do NOT use tap water or straight alcohol – either can permanently damage the encoder strip.

Why is my Canon printer saying paper jam but there is no jammed paper?

But for this specific issue, where the printer is reporting a paper jam even though no paper seems to be jammed, I’ve found that 90% of the time there’s one thing to blame: the guides on the paper tray. Any time your printer halts because of a paper jam, check the tray that holds the paper.

What means paper jam?

A paper jam is a term used to describe when paper or other printed material gets stuck or lodged into a printer and cannot eject.

How do I refresh my Canon printer?

How to perform a hard reset

1. Move to the printer, then press on the control panel. The RESET menu is displayed.
2. Select SOFT RESET using and .
3. Hold down until HARD RESET is displayed, then release the button.

How do I reset my Canon mp287?

Entering Service Mode

1. Turn the printer off (ON/OFF)
2. Press and hold the STOP/RESET.
3. Press the Power ON/OFF.
4. Remove the STOP/RESET (Note: power ON/OFF is still on hold.
5. Press the STOP/RESET 6x and release the STOP/RESET and Power ON/OFF.
6. The entered the Service Mode, all LED will stop blinking.