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Im getting unable to print 50 error on my brother mfc 665cw

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The paper jam you had probably lifted the long, thin, plastic encoder strip out of its slot. It is making the printer think paper is still jammed. Try gently pushing the strip back into the slot. You might have to use a screwdriver or other thin instrument to get to the strip.
Be sure printer is off when you do this.

  • Anonymous Apr 01, 2012

    Thanks for your help, however, excusing my ignorance, could you be more specific on where the encoder strip is located ?

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