Media jam clearing
US9302505B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 27, 2012 |
| Grant date | Apr 5, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 27, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41J11/006
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method for media jam clearing includes detecting a media jam with sensor in the printer, in which the media jam comprises a sheet of media stuck in a media path of the printer. The method further includes monitoring for user action that alters the mechanically alters the state of the printer and detecting a user action that mechanically alters the state of the printer. In response to detection of the user action, the printer automatically attempts to clear the media jam.
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