BRG Paper Path Sensor 1 paper detection failure

Error code
  • 34 BRG Paper Path Sensor 1 paper detection failure
Occurrence condition
  • The BRG Paper Path Sensor 1 does not turn on after the specified time has elapsed since the Registration Roller Clutch is turned on.
Related parts
  • EJ4 Roller (inside the Bridge B)
  • Bridge 1 Roller (inside the Bridge A)
  • BRG Paper Path Sensor 1 (inside the Bridge A)
  • Main Unit PF Motor
  • Mechanical control board
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 any foreign objects or pieces of paper

Go to step 2

2

Check the paper feed rollers/sensors for dirt and installation

Are the rollers and sensors listed in “Related parts” clean and properly installed?

Go to step 3 Cleaning / reinstalling the paper transport roller sensor
3

Check the operation of the BRG Paper Feed Sensor 1

Check the operation of the BRG Paper Feed Sensor 1 with the diagnostic function.

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

Go to step 5

Go to step 4

4

Check the Bridge Path Sensor 1 for installation and connector connection

Is there a problem with the installation of Bridge Path Sensor 1?Is the connector not fully inserted?

Fully insert the connectors

Replace sequentially

  • Sensors
  • Mechanical control board
5

Check the paper feed rollers for deformation and wear

Are the rollers listed in the “Related parts” section deformed or worn?

Replace the unit containing the corresponding paper feed roller.

Go to step 6
6

Checking the operation of the paper transport motor

Check the operation of the corresponding paper transport motor using the diagnostic function.

Is there any abnormal noise?

Replace the gear trains Replace the mechanical control board