Post-Belt Sensor paper feed delay error

Error code
  • 55 Post-Belt Sensor paper feed delay error
Occurrence condition
  • The Post-Belt Sensor is already ON when sensor check begins.
Assumed cause
  • Foreign objects or pieces of paper in the paper transport path
  • The Post-Belt Sensor has a dirty surface, has fallen off, or is faulty
  • The Post-Belt Guide Unit has fallen off.
  • Mechanical control board failure
Related parts
  • Post-Belt Sensor
  • Post-Belt Guide Unit
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 operation of the Post-Belt Sensor

Check the operation of the Post-Belt Sensor with the diagnostic function.

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

Go to step 3 Go to step 4
3

Check the Post-Belt Guide Unit installation

Is the Post-Belt Guide Unit clean and installed properly?

Go to step 4

Clean and reinstall the Post-Belt Guide Unit.

4

Check the Post-Belt Sensor for installation, dirt, and connector connection

Is the Post-Belt Sensor installed improperly? Is there dirt on the sensor? Is the connector not fully inserted?

Is the relay connector on the Front Frame side not fully inserted?

Replace sequentially

  • Post-Belt Sensor
  • Post-Belt Guide Unit
Clean the sensor surface, or fully insert the connector.