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Epson SureColor T3170 Error 00000041: Troubleshooting Guide

Error 00000041 indicates a carriage motor abnormality. This prevents the printer from positioning the print head correctly during startup.

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Common causes

  • 1Physical carriage path obstruction
  • 2Encoder strip contamination
  • 3Carriage motor failure

Solutions

Resolution Steps for Error 00000041

  1. Power Cycle: Unplug the printer for at least 1 minute.
  2. Check Obstructions: Look for paper debris inside the carriage path.
  3. Inspect Encoder Strip: Clean the strip gently if visible debris is present.

Steps to follow

  1. 1

    Perform a Hard Reset

    Disconnect the power cable and wait for capacitors to discharge.

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Frequently asked questions

If the error returns after clearing debris, hardware service by a technician is required.