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MadeletricO Posted on Jan 20, 2010
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Brother MFC-465CN printer Error code 51 unable to print

Hi i have a brother MFC-465CN printer lately it has been showing me an error code 51 unable to print. i have checked the paper feed, ink levels, i even cleaned it with a can of compressed air but i still get the same error.

  • MadeletricO
    MadeletricO Jan 21, 2010

    i try all that the print head slides left and right easily, but it still will not print, or load the paper.

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Usually this is caused by a foreign object or debris under the printhead path, or under where the printhead "parks."

Unplug the machine. Open the cover. Check the printhead path for little bits of paper, push pins, paperclips, staples etc. Note the location of the printhead.

If the printhead is at the far left, gently slide it towards the center (do not force it). Look carefully under where the printhead was stopped for debris. Use a flashlight if necessary.

Close the cover. Plug in the unit. Try again.

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