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Brother Printer Error Codes: What They Mean and How to Fix Them

September 8, 2024

Brother Printer Error Codes

Have you ever wondered what an error message on my Brother printer means? The printer displays a variety of different error codes. Every error code displayed on the printer means that there is something wrong with the printer. You do not need to worry much. In this blog, we will discuss some of the most common Brother printer error codes. We have some quick and easy solutions for the error codes too. Read the full blog and you can tackle the issues on your own.

Brother Printer Error Code E51

Brother Error code E51 displays on the printer screen when there is a malfunction inside the laser unit. Sometimes the laser beam inside the laser unit is not being detected inside the printer. 

Solution

Follow the steps below to fix  Error Code E51

Step 1- Switch off the printer by pressing the power button. 

Step 2- Disconnect the power cable. 

Step 3- Take out the USB cable from the printer. 

Step 4- Wait for about 2 minutes and then reconnect the cables and turn on the Brother printer. 

Just with this reset method, the Brother printer showing error code related to the laser beam of the laser unit will be fixed. If the problem persists, you can call Printer Touch and let a printer expert handle the situation.

Brother Printer Error codes “Replace Fuser unit”

The Fuser unit of any printer has its life cycle. When the life cycle of the fuser reaches its end, the printer displays the “Replace Fuser Unit” error code on the printer display. 

Solution 

We made the process of switching the Brother printer’s fuser unit quite straightforward. If you follow our advice, we do not recommend you to replace the fuser unit on your own or without any proper guidance. If you need guidance, you can get help from Printer Touch. You can still try to do it by complying with the steps that are provided below. 

Step 1- To switch down your Brother printer, simply press the ON button. 

Step 2- Unplug the power cord and take out the USB cable. 

Step 3- Once the printer has cooled down, release the top panel and remove the screws holding the machine’s fuse unit in place. 

Step 4- Remove the fuser unit from the printing device with both of your hands and set it aside.

Step 5- Purchase a genuine Fuser unit from the Brother store. 

Step 6- Remove the Fuser cleaner and also remove the oil bottle from the unit. 

Step 7- Take the new fuser unit and install it inside the printer. After it is installed. 

successfully, tighten the screws that were opened during the removal of the Fuser unit.

Step 8- Set the Fuser unit to its home position. 

Step 9- Attach the Oil Bottle and Install the Fuser Cleaner into the freshly installed Fuser Unit.

Step 10- Close the top cover of the printer and attach the printer to the power supply.

Step 11- Wait for about half an hour and then you can start printing again. 

Brother Printer Error Code “E33” or “Clean Drum Unit”

When you use your printer regularly, the router of the Brother printer might loosen and then the printer starts displaying a “Clean Drum Unit” message on the printer display. These messages also show up when there is dust or dirt inside the toner unit of the printer. Smudges, fading prints, and streaks can be caused by deposited ink residue, spots, or particles on the printing drum’s surface.

Solution 

If your Brother printer showing error code 33 or “Clean Drum Unit”. Follow the steps below to clean the Drum unit and fix the issue. 

Step 1- If you have papers inside the paper tray, remove all the papers from it and keep it aside  

Step 2- Turn off the Brother printer once you have removed the papers from the paper tray

Step 3- Lift the machine’s top cover and take out the drum unit assembly. 

Step 4- The ink toner cartridge is fastened onto the drum unit; to remove it, press the lever with the green color.

Step 5- Wipe the surface inside with a fresh towel. Verify that the inside is dust-free.

Step 6- Attach the toner cartridge to the drum unit and close the green lever. 

Step 7- Close the printer cover 

Brother Error Code E50

Another of the Brother Printer Codes Error pertaining to the printer’s Drum Unit is Error Code E50. Whenever the Drum unit approaches the end of its life, the printer shows this problem code. The printer’s Drum unit has to be replaced in order to resolve this issue. 

Solution 

Step 1- Switch off the printer and remove it from the power outlet. 

Step 2-  Open the front cover of the printer so you can see the Drum unit assembly.

Step 3- Push the Drum unit to detach it from the Brother printer. 

Step 4- Pull the green lever and detach the toner cartridge from the printer. 

Step 5- Check Brother’s website to buy a new drum unit. 

Step 6- Attach the Ink toner to the Drum unit.

Step 7- Place the drum and ink toner assembly inside the Brother printer.

Step 8- Close the front cover of the printer and turn it on to check if still Brother printer showing error code.

In this blog, we have discussed some of the common Brother Printer Error Codes that need immediate attention. If you are receiving any of the Error codes described above, you can easily fix this using the Step-by-step process. Your printer can show some other error codes too that are not listed in the blog. If your printer is displaying such an error code that you are not able to understand, you should get in touch with Printer Touch now. Our printer expert will fully diagnose your printer and get it fixed quickly. Our experts are well-equipped with tools and knowledge about Brother printers that make them the best choice for printer maintenance among printer users all around the world. Call Printer Touch now!

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