If your Canon TR4720 printer has experienced a paper jam, follow these steps to safely remove the obstruction. These instructions are based on the standard procedure for clearing paper jams from inside the printer.
Clearing a paper jam from your Canon TR4720 printer involves a few careful steps to ensure you don't damage the internal components or tear the paper, which could make the jam worse.
Steps to Clear a Paper Jam
To effectively remove jammed paper from your Canon TR4720 printer, follow this sequence:
- Turn Off and Unplug: Begin by ensuring the printer is completely turned off. Then, disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet. This is a crucial safety step.
- Retract Trays: Retract the output tray extension and the paper output support back into the printer.
- Open Output Cover: Open the paper output cover, which provides access to the inside of the printer where the paper might be jammed.
- Check Under Cartridge Holder: Look inside the printer and check specifically under the ink cartridge holder for any visible jammed paper.
- Grasp the Paper: Hold the jammed paper firmly with both hands. Using both hands helps ensure even pulling and reduces the risk of tearing.
- Pull Slowly: Slowly pull out the jammed paper. It is important to pull gently and steadily to avoid tearing the paper, as small torn pieces left inside can cause future jams.
Once the paper is removed, close the cover and reconnect the power cord to test the printer.
Important Considerations
- Always handle internal components with care.
- Avoid forcing the paper out if it resists significantly; re-evaluate the location of the jam.
- Ensure all torn pieces of paper are removed if the paper does tear during the process.
