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Canon Printer Paper Jam in the ADF: How to Clear It

November 10, 2024

Canon Printer Paper Jam in the ADF

The automatic Document Feeder or ADF is the main component of the printer that feeds paper sheets into the printer. Canon Printer Paper Jam in the ADF happens when sheets or fragments of paper get stuck into the document paper or the area connected to it. Printer paper jam is itself a harsh thing but when it happens in the ADF, it gets more frustrating. In this blog, we will show you how to clear a paper jam in the adf of a Canon printer.

Step 1– Open the document feeder cover of the Canon printer.

Step 2– Look for paper jam in the adf and remove the jammed paper, if any. 

Step 3– Close the cover of the document feeder. 

Step 4– Release the top lid of the copier unit of the Canon printer

Step 5– Use your hand to remove Canon printer paper jam from the back of the top lid. Sometimes Canon Printer Paper Jam in the ADF can be found in the top lid. It is also a part of the document feeder.

Step 6– Close the lid after the jam has been cleared. 

Step 7– Feed papers into the paper tray to check if the jam has been fixed or not. 

Step 8– You need to check the document feeder’s rollers, too. These rollers help the ADF feed paper to the printer. 

Canon Printer Paper Jam in the ADF can easily be located and cleared. Just follow the instructions as given in the blog and it will be done. In such a case, if you are not able to locate a paper jam in the ADF or clear it, you can get help from Printer Touch. We are available for you 24*7. Drop us a message now!

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