Printer says carriage jam but no obstruction - PrintCountry Kodak ESP 5200 Inkjet Printer Ink Cartridges

The reasons why a flex machine carriage stops moving during printing can vary, and the specific movement error message will depend on the make and model of the machine. However, here are some common causes and potential explanations for a carriage movement error:
1. Obstruction or jam: If there is an obstruction or a paper jam within the printer's path, it can prevent the carriage from moving smoothly. This can trigger a movement error, indicating that the carriage movement is obstructed or impeded.
2. Mechanical issue: There might be a mechanical problem within the printer, such as a malfunctioning carriage motor, a broken belt, or misalignment of the carriage assembly. These issues can cause the carriage movement to halt and trigger a corresponding error message.
3. Sensor malfunction: Modern printers often have various sensors that monitor the movement and position of the carriage. If one of these sensors malfunctions or fails to detect the proper movement, it can trigger a movement error.
4. Connectivity or communication problem: The printer relies on a proper connection and communication between the computer or the print server and the printer itself. If there is a connectivity issue or a breakdown in communication, it can result in a movement error and cause the carriage to stop moving during printing.
5. Software or firmware issue: In some cases, a software or firmware glitch can disrupt the normal operation of the printer, including the movement of the carriage. An outdated or corrupted printer driver or firmware can lead to movement errors.
To troubleshoot the issue and determine the specific cause, you can try the following steps:
1. Check for any visible obstructions or paper jams within the printer's path. Clear any blockages if found.
2. Power off the printer, wait for a few seconds, and then power it back on. This can sometimes reset the printer and resolve temporary errors.
3. Ensure that the printer's firmware and printer drivers are up to date. Visit the manufacturer's website to download the latest updates if available.
4. Check the connectivity between the printer and the computer or print server. Ensure that the cables are securely connected and try printing from a different device or port if possible.
5. Consult the printer's user manual or contact the manufacturer's support for specific troubleshooting steps related to your printer model. They can provide guidance on addressing movement errors and resolving carriage-related issues.
If the problem persists despite these troubleshooting attempts, it is recommended to reach out to the manufacturer's support or consult a professional printer technician for further assistance.

A lot of times this is caused by something that has fallen into the printer - I just pulled a necklace out of one - when the cartridges are not at the far left or right pull the plug on the printer and move the carriage until it stops and look for an obstruction there

Open the lid and wait for the service station movements to stop. Now pull the power plug to the printer. Next grasp the carriage and move it gently back and forth. If there are no obstructions then clean the encoder strip as described in this procedure. If there is an obstruction carefully free the carriage, then plug the printer back in and close the lid.

here are some solutions for your carriage jam error.

1. Clear any jam...remove loose paper.
2.Clear the jam from the back of the printer

turn off the printer...remove the rear access door..
pull the paper out of the roller and return the rear access door.
3. Clear the paper jam from the front of the printer..while printer is on..open the carriage access door..

disconnect the power cable from the back.. remove the paper output tray.

look inside the product..check for torn papers..gently pull out the paper fromthe roller...return the paper output tray and the carriage access door. plugthe power corn and turn on..
4. Make sure the carriages move freely...while the printer is on.. open the carriageaccess door.

disconnect the power cord from the back..remove the paper output tray...lookinside if the carriage is stuck and if there is no papers or object that restrictthe carriage to move..return the output tray.. return the carriage accessdoor...
And lastly after doing this steps try to reset the printer and try to print..

To reset the printer....press the power button to turn on theprinter..disconnect the power cord from the product..disconnect the power cordfrom the wall outlet.. wait for 15 seconds.. plug the power cord to the wallsocket....plug the power cord at the back of the printer.. press the power onof the printer.. try to print the test page...

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Good luck! hope this solve the problem

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Did you just replace a cartridge. Sounds like you used the wrong one.

Hi,


Printers have small paper flags (plastic levers) that tell the printer where the paper is, also if the motor that drives the inks up and down the metal bar inside cannot turn (due to an obstruction) you will get carriage jam. Open the lid and check the ink carriage moves up and down freely (maybe the ink cartridge has popped out slightly).

Also see if you cand see these little flags and make sure they move up and down ok. Sometimes they work on a tiny spring that pops out.



If there is no obstruction and you can move the carriage by hand (with the power off of course) and it still says carriage jam then i always have a lot of luck by lubricating the carriage bar (shiny steel bar) with some WD40 or other oil.


Hope this help.
Cheers!!!!!

We have several of these in our company and the most common "Carriage Jam" cause is a glob of black ink in the bay on the right side. Once glob is removed, and "Carriage Jam" message appears again, press OK, and it prints fine from then on. Today the black ink glob was flat on top. Watch out for leaky cartridges, as the design of the particular HP device provides a nice catch pan for the tri-color ink cartridge, but not for the black one, so a leaky cartridge, besides being expensive and wasteful, can goop up the bay causing the carriage jam error message to try to get you to take a closer look.

Usually when the printer displays a carriage jam error the carriage assembly is jamming along the carrige path.
There may be something in the carriage path or the carriage shaft may need lubricating.
Check the area where the carriage is has stoped. There might be an obstruction visible.

When you open the carriage door, disconnect power, center carriage, close door and reconnect power...if there is astrip called encoder strip,its function is to tell the carriage location ,if its missing or unattached the carriage will hav all kind of problem in most hp printer like carriage jam.there may be obstruction to carriage movement there is ahook that sits on the leftside and a spring it sits on to give it some lleadway check it to see that it doesnt break, there is also a section of the carriage it slip thru also try to get it re attached or check for any obstruction as it slips thru.
Goodluck .