How to Clear a Paper Jam on a Laser Printer

Paper jams in your laser printer can be extremely frustrating. You can only clear these jams manually, and it can be difficult to determine where the paper is stuck. However, if you are patient and diligent, the jam can be cleared easily and quickly. Follow these steps to clear a paper jam on a laser printer.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Laser printer

1. Open the front panel of the printer. Look to see if the jammed paper is visible.

2. Pull the paper if you see it. Pull gently so you do not damage any other part of the printer.

3. Open the next panel. This panel is usually found below the already-open panel.

4. Pull the paper if you see it. Again, do so gently.

5. Open the next panel. This panel can be found towards the back.

6. Pull the paper gently if you can see it. Continue to open any remaining panels, and then remove the toner cartridge.

7. Look for the paper by taking out all removable parts. If you still cannot find the paper, replace everything and attempt to restart the printer.

8. Once you have removed the paper, restart the printer. You will have to print your document again.

Tips & Warnings

• Be gentle when removing the paper. It may rip, giving you less leverage when pulling.
• Be careful when removing the toner cartridge. You may get ink on your fingers.
• Do not force any panels open. Panels may break if you use too much force.
• Unplug the printer before you start removing any panels.