I now have the world's worst paper jam ever seen by a printer. I've had some bad ones before, but I think the only way to reach this crumpled paper is with a hammer...maybe an ax. Any suggestions?
Do the paper-feed rollers still turn (spinning their wheels, so to speak)?
Those little rubber rollers have probably gotten smooth and slippery. Since there is little to lose: You might try dropping a few drops of isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol) down where the paper enters the tracks. Not alot, but all the way from left to right. Some of the alcohol (hopefully) will reach down to the rubber rollers and give them more "grip". Then the rollers may be able to "help you more" as you pull whatever paper you can reach from the front.
Just an idea. Like I said, not much to lose!
Danilo wrote:
Those little rubber rollers have probably gotten smooth and slippery. Since there is little to lose: You might try dropping a few drops of isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol) down where the paper enters the tracks. Not alot, but all the way from left to right. Some of the alcohol (hopefully) will reach down to the rubber rollers and give them more "grip". Then the rollers may be able to "help you more" as you pull whatever paper you can reach from the front.
Just an idea. Like I said, not much to lose!
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Thanks, I never thought about alcohol. Genius!!! My last thought before the hammer or ax was to unplug and spray water inside to dissolve the paper. then dry and try again, but alcohol dries itself.
I hate to replace it. I'd have to buy a cheaper one now. Pity party!!!
Horseart wrote:
Danilo wrote:
Those little rubber rollers have probably gotten smooth and slippery. Since there is little to lose: You might try dropping a few drops of isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol) down where the paper enters the tracks. Not alot, but all the way from left to right. Some of the alcohol (hopefully) will reach down to the rubber rollers and give them more "grip". Then the rollers may be able to "help you more" as you pull whatever paper you can reach from the front.
Just an idea. Like I said, not much to lose!
Those little rubber rollers have probably gotten s... (
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Thanks, I never thought about alcohol. Genius!!! My last thought before the hammer or ax was to unplug and spray water inside to dissolve the paper. then dry and try again, but alcohol dries itself.
I hate to replace it. I'd have to buy a cheaper one now. Pity party!!!
quote=Danilo Those little rubber rollers have pro... (
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I forgot to mention, I can't reach any of the paper. Tried the alcohol.
Gonna put more. If I get a charge out of this, it's been nice!!!
I'll be checking back later, hopefully to read your positive results!
Danilo wrote:
I'll be checking back later, hopefully to read your positive results!
:lol: :lol: :lol:Yes, I hope you read some good results too. Thanks Danilo . In case anyone else asks, pliers, screwdriver, ice pick nail file or tweezers do not work and the ink blotches all over the nose and chin may be permanent. :roll:
Chef's knife won't get it either.
If all else fails drink some alcohol. The drinkable kind
Bob1190 wrote:
If all else fails drink some alcohol. The drinkable kind
I've never had a drink and if my mother-in-law didn't make me take several in a row, I think I'm safe. On second thought..........
Horseart wrote:
Bob1190 wrote:
If all else fails drink some alcohol. The drinkable kind
I've never had a drink and if my mother-in-law didn't make me take several in a row, I think I'm safe. On second thought..........
Horseart I know you never do, but if ever there was a moment, now is the time for a stiff G&T
you mentioned an ax or a hammer...do you have a gun
tlbuljac wrote:
you mentioned an ax or a hammer...do you have a gun
Yes, I have several of those. I really ate to dump this thing! It's a $500 printer and I won't do that again!!! Sad part is I just stocked up on new ink!!!! :-(
dachs wrote:
Horseart wrote:
Bob1190 wrote:
If all else fails drink some alcohol. The drinkable kind
I've never had a drink and if my mother-in-law didn't make me take several in a row, I think I'm safe. On second thought..........
Horseart I know you never do, but if ever there was a moment, now is the time for a stiff G&T
I'm thinking about it. Will Pomegranate juice do?
:lol:
This may be funny tomorrow. Right now it's kind of unfunny!!!
What printer do you have? Make and model.
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