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Tips to Fix Most Common Lexmark Printer Error Codes

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Lexmark printers are known among home users and professionals for their reliability. Like every other printer, they also cause some issues. These issues are communicated to users through error codes. If you know what these error codes stand for, you can handle most of the issues yourself and save on the repair charges. Here are some of the common error codes with their interpretation and solutions.

Error Code: 200 & 201

Interpretation: Paper Jam. Error 200 indicates that paper is blocking the printer pathway while error 201 means there is paper stuck between printers’ input and output sensors.

Solution: Both these errors can be corrected by removing the paper carefully from the printer’s pathway. Follow the instructions below:

  • Open the front door on the upper side.
  • Holds the print cartridge with both hands and pulls it out gently (pull towards you and lift it up.)
  • Push the feed roller release lever back to release the pressure on the paper.
  • Pull out the paper gently and cautiously as it could stain your garments from toner.
  • If there is no paper jam under the cartridge, remove the paper tray and reinstall it. Re-install the toner cartridge and close the door.

Error Code: 80

Interpretation: Modern Lexmark printers have a counter that notifies about maintenance. This counter records the number of printed pages. The error message means that the maximum pages have been printed.

Solution:

Purchasing a maintenance kit and replacing it is the solution here. You can buy a Lexmark maintenance kit for the better performance of your printer.

Error Code: 900

Interpretation: Service Error. This error occurs due to hardware or network issues. If the printer is connected to the computer and the error occurs, it is network-related. While if the printer and computer are not connected and the error occurs, it is hardware related.

Solution:

Checking the computer-printer connection can resolve the issue. You can take technical help for hardware fixes.

Error Code: 901

Interpretation: Engine Flash Error. It occurs due to temporary glitches in the engine.

This error often occurs due to a temporary engine glitch. To clear a 901 error, simply turn off the printer for at least five minutes. If the error doesn’t return after powering on the printer, a temporary glitch was the issue and shouldn’t require any further troubleshooting.

Solution: To solve this error, simply power off the printer for 5 minutes and then again turn it ON. If the error is gone, it doesn’t require further troubleshooting. If it exists, take Lexmark Printer’s technical support.

Error Code: 902

Interpretation: Engine Board Software Failed.

Solution:

Turn off the printer for 10 minutes and then turns it on to see if the error is gone. If this doesn’t help, seek help from a technician.

Error Code: 903, 904, 905 and 906

Interpretation: Fault in the printer’s system board.

Solution:

Power off the printer and power it on after 10 minutes. If the error is gone, try printing some pages and keep an eye on the error for two-three weeks. If it still exists, reset NVRAM.

Common Brother Printer Errors with Solution


The Brother Printer errors are shown as alphanumeric codes. If you know what these codes imply, you can understand the problem and solve them accordingly. Do you also see an error message on your Brother Printer machine? Here is a guide covering the most common error codes and their solutions.

Error Code: Error: E50

It implies the malfunction of the fuser unit. The fuser unit is that part of the printer which gets hot and binds the print on the paper. This error means either the temperature is too hot or is not hot enough.

Solution:

Switch off the printer for 5 minutes and switch it back on. Leave the machine unattended for 10 minutes without giving any command. If this doesn’t solve the issue, you need to replace the fuser unit.

Error Code: Error: E51

This indicates the malfunctioning of the laser unit. The laser unit writes the information on the drum surface. This error indicates the non-detection of a laser beam.

Solution:

Switch the printer off and then on it again. If you see the error again, the laser flap is defective or the laser unit needs replacement.

Error Code: Error: E52

It implies laser motor malfunctioning. You already know what a laser unit does (explained above.) There are a spinning mirror and motor inside the laser unit that drives it. Thus, this error suggests that the motor is faulty.

Solution:

Like the above two errors, this also gets resolved by power off and on. Power off and on helps us identify if the error is genuine or not. If it is genuine, the laser needs replacement.

Error Code: Error: E54

It means malfunctioning the main motor. This motor drives the main gear train which runs all printing functions.

Solution:

Again switch the printer off and on it again. If the error continues, turn on the printer after removing the toner. See if the motor works. If it does, you need to buy another toner. In case you still see the error, replace the main motor.

Error Code: Error: E60

It shows that the fan is malfunctioning. There are four cooling fans in a printer and this error means a fault in one of them.

Solution:

Switch the printer off and switch it on again. In case the error continues, seek help from a technical engineer to identify and replace the faulty fan.

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