af-01ADS-1250W

Brother ADS-1250W error AF-01: Quick fix

The Brother ADS-1250W error AF-01 triggers when the feed sensor detects an inconsistency in the sheet movement during scanning. It is a paper jam warning that protects the transport mechanism. Cleaning the rollers is usually sufficient to clear this technical issue. This is a compact unit designed for personal or small office use.

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Common causes

  • 1Dirty or worn-out feed rollers.
  • 2Paper with bends, staples, or clips trapped inside.
  • 3Paper sensor obstructed by debris.
  • 4Documents exceeding specified grammage.

Solutions

Diagnóstico rápido

The AF-01 code on the Brother ADS-1250W indicates that the sheet has stalled or slipped in the input tray. If you see the sheet enter and stop immediately, check the rubber rollers for dirt.

Solución paso a paso

  1. Remove paper: Open the cover and gently extract any jammed document.
  2. Clean: Clean the rubber rollers with a water-dampened cloth (no abrasive chemicals) and dry with a lint-free cloth.
  3. Sensor: Check that the paper detection sensor isn't obstructed by bits of labels or staples.
  4. Retry: Close the cover and press the scan button to test.

Prevención y mantenimiento

Use cleaning sheets every 5,000 scans to maintain roller traction. Avoid scanning documents with staples or adhesives that can damage the roller surface.

Cuándo llamar a un técnico

If the AF-01 error persists after cleaning the rollers and checking the sensor while trying to scan a single clean sheet, the traction motor might be failing.

Ficha técnica del equipo

  • Tecnología: Sheet-fed scanner (ADF)
  • Velocidad/rendimiento aproximado: 25 ppm
  • Conectividad: Wireless, USB
  • Capacidad de alimentación: 20 sheets
  • Consumible compatible: Rollers (replacement kit recommended)
  • Uso recomendado: Personal document digitization
  • Drivers / official firmware

Steps to follow

  1. 1

    Remove paper

    Open the cover and gently extract any jammed document.

  2. 2

    Clean

    Clean the rollers with a damp cloth followed by a dry one.

  3. 3

    Sensor

    Check that the paper detection sensor isn't obstructed.

  4. 4

    Retry

    Close the cover and press the scan button.

Frequently asked questions

The AF-01 indicates a document feed issue, usually caused by a paper jam or dust on the rubber feed rollers.

Yes, it happens when papers are bent or rollers lose traction due to paper dust buildup.

Ensure sheets are aligned before inserting and perform regular cleaning on the feed rollers.

Clean rollers after every 5,000 scans and use calibration sheets if the image clarity degrades.