Error 500 OKI B4602: Paper Feed Failure
The OKI B4602 error 500 indicates a failure to pick up paper from the input tray. Often caused by smooth or dusty feed rollers, this error is typically resolved with simple cleaning. Follow this guide to inspect your feed mechanism.
Common causes
- 1Dusty or worn feed rollers with lack of grip.
- 2Overfilled paper tray exceeding physical limits.
- 3Internal sensor blockage by toner particles.
- 4Weakened tension spring in the tray pickup assembly.
Solutions
Diagnóstico rápido
The error 500 is commonly a friction issue. Check if the printer's feed rollers have become too smooth or coated in toner, as this prevents them from gripping paper successfully.Solución paso a paso
- Check Tray: Ensure paper is correctly aligned and within the capacity limits.
- Clean Rollers: Gently wipe the feed rollers with a damp, lint-free cloth to restore grip.
- Fan Paper: Fan the paper stack to reduce static, which can cause multi-sheet feeding or jams.
- Inspect Sensors: Ensure the paper sensor lever moves freely and isn't stuck.
Prevención y mantenimiento
Clean rollers every 10,000 pages to maintain performance. Operating in a controlled humidity environment helps prevent static, which is a major cause of feed failure.Cuándo llamar a un técnico
If the mechanism still fails after cleaning the rollers and verifying the paper path, the motor or solenoid for the pickup unit may require professional service.Ficha técnica del equipo
- Technology: Monochrome Laser
- Speed: 45 ppm
- Consumable: B4600 Toner series
- Tray Capacity: 530 sheets
- Drivers / official firmware
Steps to follow
- 1
Check Tray
Remove the paper tray and ensure paper is properly aligned.
- 2
Clean Rollers
Wipe the feed rollers with a damp cloth to remove paper dust.
- 3
Inspect Sensors
Ensure the paper presence sensor is not blocked by debris.
- 4
Reset
Restart the printer to see if error 500 is resolved.
Frequently asked questions
Error 500 signifies a failure in the paper feed mechanism, preventing the device from drawing paper from the tray.
If wiping them doesn't work, the rubber material might be worn out and in need of replacement.
We recommend original B4600-series toner to prevent internal dust that could affect sensors.
Fanning the paper stack before loading and regular cleaning helps maintain feed reliability.