Finding the solution, Step 1: is the printer set up correctly, Step 2: is the ready light on – HP LaserJet 1020 Plus Printer User Manual
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Finding the solution
You can use this section to find the solution to common printer problems.
Step 1: Is the printer set up correctly?
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Is the printer plugged into a power outlet that is known to work?
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Is the on/off switch in the on position?
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Is the print cartridge properly installed? See
Changing the print cartridge on page 51
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Is paper properly loaded in the input tray? See
Loading media into the input trays on page 24
Yes
If you answered yes to the questions above, go to
the Ready light on? on page 54
No
If the printer will not turn on,
.
Step 2: Is the Ready light on?
Do the control panel lights look like this picture?
NOTE:
See
Printer control panel on page 5
for a description of the lights on the control panel.
Yes
Go to
Step 3: Can you print a Printer Test page?
No
If the control panel lights do not look like the picture above, see
Status light patterns on page 56
.
If you are unable to resolve the problem,
.
Step 3: Can you print a Printer Test page?
Print a Printer Test page.
Yes
If the Demo page printed, go to
No
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If you are unable to resolve the problem,
.
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Chapter 4 Problem solving
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