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A 'Mechanism Error' (Paper Jam) Displays for HP Deskjet D1330, D1338, and D1360 Series Printers

Issue

When you try to print, paper jams inside the HP product, the HP product stops printing, and the Power light () blinks. The product might also have one of the following issues:
  • A 'Mechanism Error' message displays on the computer.
  • Printing stalls unexpectedly.
Experiencing frequent or recurring paper jams?
If you are looking for information on preventing a paper jam from recurring, you can skip to the prevention and cause sections in this document.

How to use the solutions in this document

To resolve the issue, try each solution in this document, and then use the steps in this section to print a self-test report. This step determines if the product hardware functions correctly. When you have resolved the issue, and the product successfully prints a self-test report, there is no need to continue troubleshooting.

Print a self-test page

Follow these steps to print a self-test page.
  1. Press the Power button () to turn the product on.
  2. Press and hold the Power button ().
  3. Open and close the front cover four times.
  4. Release the Power button (). The self-test prints.
    Figure : Example self-test page
    Example self-test page
IMPORTANT: Try to print a self-test report after every solution even if the solution resolves the issue.

Solution one: Clear the paper jam

Follow these steps in the order given to resolve the paper jam.

Step one: Remove loose paper from the tray

Remove any loose sheets of paper from the input tray and the output tray.
  caution:
Do not remove jammed paper at this stage. Trying to clear jammed paper from the front of the product can damage theprint mechanism.

Step two: Clear the paper jam from the rear of the printer

  1. Press the Power button () once. Instead of turning off, the product attempts to eject the jammed paper.
    • If the paper is no longer jammed in the HP product and the Power button () is not blinking, print a self-test report. See the 'Print a self-test report' section at the beginning of this document. If the self-test report prints successfully, there is no need to continue troubleshooting.
    • If the paper still jammed in the HP product, continue to the next step.
  2. Disconnect the USB cable from the back of the product.
  3. Disconnect the power cord from the back of the product.
  4. Open the rear access door by pressing in on the left side tab and then pulling the door away from the product.
    Figure : Open the rear access door
    Open the rear access door
  5. Grasp any jammed paper and pull the paper out towards you.
  6. Replace the rear access door on the HP product.
    Figure : Replace the rear access door
    Replace the rear access door
  7. Reconnect the USB cable to the product, and then reconnect the power cable to the back of the product. The product turns on automatically.
  8. If the product does not automatically turn on, press the Power button .
  9. Print a self-test report. See the 'Print a self-test report' section at the beginning of this document.
  • If these steps resolved the issue, and the self-test report prints, there is no need to continue troubleshooting.
  • If the issue persists, continue with the next step.
  • If the self-test page does not print, continue to the next step.

Step three: Clear the paper jam from the front of the printer

Follow these steps to remove jammed paper from the front of the product.
  caution:
Remove the paper carefully. If the paper tears, part of it might remain inside the paper path and damage the product. Carefully remove all traces of paper that you can find.
  1. Follow these steps to make sure that the carriage moves freely.
    1. With the product turned on, open the front cover. The carriage might try to move into the access area. If so, allow the carriage to move to that position.
    2. With the product turned on, unplug the power cord from the back of the product.
    3. Unplug the power cord from the power source or electrical outlet.
      warning:
    You must unplug the power cord to allow you to move the carriage by hand and to reset the paper feed mechanism without the risk of an electrical shock.
  2. Check for any paper or objects that might be stopping the carriage.
      caution:
    If the paper tears when you remove it from the rollers, check the rollers and wheels for torn pieces of paper that might remain inside the product. If pieces of paper remain in the product, more paper jams can occur.
  3. Reach inside the product through the paper output tray, and then manually move the carriage.
    • If the carriage is stuck on the right side of the product, move the carriage to the left side of the product.
    • If the carriage is stuck on the left side of the product, move the carriage to the right side of the product.
    • If the carriage is stuck in the middle of the product, move the carriage to the right side of the product.
  4. Remove any loose paper or obstructions found.
  5. Make sure that the carriage can move freely across the width of the product by gently pushing the carriage to the left and then to the right.
  6. Close the front cover.
  7. Print a self-test report. See the 'Print a self-test report' section at the beginning of this document.
  • If these steps resolved the issue, and the test page prints, there is no need to continue troubleshooting. Reconnect the USB cable, and then try to print again.
  • If the issue persists, continue with the next solution.
  • If the test page does not print, continue with the next solution.

Solution two: Clean the paper rollers

  1. Disconnect the power cord from the back of the product.
  2. Open the rear access door by pressing in on the left side tab, and then pulling the door away from the product.
    Figure : Remove the rear access door
    Remove the rear access door
  3. Dampen a lint-free cloth with bottled or distilled water, and then squeeze any excess water from the cloth
  4. Press the cloth against the rollers and rotate them upward with your fingers. Apply a moderate amount of pressure to remove dust or dirt buildup.
    Figure : Rollers inside the HP product
    Rollers located inside the HP product
  5. Allow the rollers to dry for 10 or 15 minutes.
  6. Replace the rear access door on the HP product.
    Figure : Replace the rear access door
    Replace the rear access door
  7. Reconnect the power cord to the back of the product.
  8. If the HP product does not turn on, press the Power button ().
  9. Print a self-test report. See the 'Print a self-test report' section at the beginning of this document.
  • If these steps resolved the issue, and the test page prints, there is no need to continue troubleshooting. Reconnect the USB cable, and then try to print again.
  • If the issue persists, continue with the next solution.
  • If the test page does not print, continue with the next solution.

Solution three: Perform a power reset

Follow these steps to reset the product.

Step one: Perform a power reset

  1. With the printer turned on, disconnect the power cord from the rear of the printer.
  2. Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.
  3. Wait at least 15 seconds.
  4. Plug the power cord back into the wall outlet.
  5. Reconnect the power cord to the printer.
  6. Turn the printer on.

Step two: Print a self-test report

Print a self-test report. See the 'Print a self-test report' section at the beginning of this document.
  • If these steps resolved the issue, and the self-test report prints, there is no need to continue troubleshooting. Connect the USB cable to continue the print job.
  • If the issue persists, skip to the next solution.
  • If the self-test report does not print, skip to the next solution.

Step three: Search for more information

If you are still experiencing issues, see the HP Product Support Home Page, and then search for another document that relates to the symptoms you are experiencing.
Right-click this link, Product Support Home Page, and then click Open in New Window.
note:
If the page displays in the wrong country/region or language, click the Region - Language link in the upper right corner of your browser. Then you can select the correct country/region and language.

Solution four: Service the printer

Service or replace your HP product if the issue persists after completing all the preceding steps.
Go to Contact HP Customer Support to schedule a product repair or replacement. If you are in Asia Pacific, you will be directed to a local service center in your area.
To confirm your warranty status, go to HP Product Warranty Check. Repair fees might apply for out-of-warranty products.

Prevent paper jams

The following recommendations can help prevent recurring paper jams in your HP product.
  • Before loading paper in the tray, hold the stack of paper, and then tap the bottom edge on a flat surface so that the stack is even on all sides.
  • Make sure that the length and width adjusters on the tray are correctly positioned, and then push the stack of paper forward until it stops in the tray.
      caution:
    Do not force the paper to move too far forward in the tray.
  • Do not overload the tray with paper.
  • Only add paper to the tray when the product is not printing.
  • Make sure the HP product supports the paper type. See the documentation that came with the HP product for more information.
  • Do not print on paper with paper clips or staples attached.
  • Do not use paper that is bent, torn, dusty, damp, wrinkled, curled, or paper that does not lie flat.
  • Use only one type of paper at a time. Do not mix different types, weights, or sizes of paper.
  • Do not use paper that is too thin, too thick, or too glossy for the product.

Causes

The following factors can cause paper jams:
  • Paper loaded incorrectly in the paper tray.
  • Damaged or dirty paper rollers.
  • Torn, wrinkled, or damp paper loaded in the paper tray.
  • The rear access door or two-sided printing accessory (duplexer) might not be closed or is not locked into place.
  • Paper was added to a stack already in the tray while the HP product was printing.
  • The tray contains more than one type of paper.
  • The paper is jammed inside the HP product where you cannot see it.
  • An obstruction is blocking the paper path.
  • Torn pieces of paper from a previous jam are stuck in the product.
  • The tray is too full.
  • If printing on an envelope, the edges of the envelope are bent.

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