PW Sensor Jam

Error code
  • 51 PW Sensor Jam
Occurrence condition
  • The PW Sensor does not turn off even after the specified time has elapsed since the Registration Roller is turned on.
Assumed cause
  • Foreign objects or pieces of paper in the paper transport path
  • The PW Sensor and glass have a dirty surface, have fallen off, or are faulty
  • The Registration Roller Clutch has fallen off or is faulty
  • The Feed Roller and C1 Separation Roller have a dirty surface, have fallen off, or are faulty
  • The Feed Clutch and Feed C1 Pickup Clutch have fallen off or are faulty
  • MCU board failure
Related parts
  • PW Sensor
  • PW sensor unit
  • Registration Roller Clutch
  • Registration Roller Assy
  • Feed Roller
  • Feed Clutch
  • C1 Pickup Unit
  • C1 Pickup Clutch
Troubleshooting
Step Confirmation and action YES NO
1

Check paper transport path

Is there any foreign matter, paper chips, etc. in the paper transport path?

Remove foreign matter, paper fragments, etc.

Go to step 2

2

Check PW sensor operation

Does the PW Sensor respond with the diagnostic function?

Judgment: Does the signal change between when the paper is placed and when it is not?

Go to step 4 Go to step 3
3

Check the PW Sensor and glass for installation, dirt, and connector connection

Is there any problem with the installation of the PW Sensor Is there dirt on the sensor? Is the connector not fully inserted?

Is the paper feed connector on the front frame side not inserted halfway?

Clean the sensor surface, or fully insert the connector.

Replace the Sensor

4

Check the Feed Roller and C1 Separation Roller for dirt and installation

Are the roller and sensor specified in the part to be checked installed properly? Make sure no dirt remains on the surfaces.

Go to step 5

Clean and reinstall the paper feed rollers.

5

Check the Feed Roller and C1 Separation Roller for deformation and wear

Are the rollers listed on the suspected part deformed or worn?

Replacement of applicable paper transport roller

Go to step 6
6

Check the Registration Roller Clutch

Check the clutch operation using the failure diagnostic function.

Does it make an operating sound (clutch connection sound)?

Go to step 7 Go to step 8
7

Check the Feed Clutch and Feed C1 Pickup Clutch

Check the clutch operation using the failure diagnostic function.

Does it make an operating sound (clutch connection sound)?

Go to step 9 Go to step 8
8

Check the malfunctioning clutch for connection

Is the connector up to the Clutch half-inserted?

Connect securely

Replace the parts one by one.

  • Clutch
  • Registration Roller Assy (Pre-Registration Sensor)
  • MCU Board
9

Check the All Drive Motor operation

Check the operation of the corresponding drive motor using the diagnostic function.

Judgment: Is there any abnormal noise?

Replace the gear train and All Drive Motor Replace the MCU board