Checking the Indicators, Icons, and Messages on the Control Panel

The machine notifies you of the machine condition or status of an application with the [Check Status] indicator or a message displayed on the control panel. Check the status and resolve the problem accordingly.

Operation panel screen illustration numbered callout illustration

Message
Displays a message indicating the status of the machine or application. Press the message to display it in full text. You can also view more than one message as a list.
[Check Status] indicator
If there is a problem such as a paper jam, the [Check Status] indicator lights up or flashes along with a message displayed on the screen. Press [Check Status] to check the status of the machine or application, and resolve the problem accordingly.

When an Icon Is Displayed with a Message

When you need to resolve a problem such as a paper jam, an icon is displayed at the beginning of a message. See the table below for the meaning of each icon.

Icon	Condition	Solution and reference
	Maintenance or repair is required.	Prepare for maintenance or consider repairing the machine.
	Paper is jammed.	See the animated illustration displayed on the control panel, and remove the jammed paper. When Paper or an Original Is Jammed
	An original has jammed.	See the animated illustration displayed on the control panel, and remove the jammed original. When Paper or an Original Is Jammed
	Paper has run out.	Load paper into the paper tray. Loading Paper into the Paper Tray
	Toner is almost depleted, or has run out.	Prepare a replacement toner. Replace the toner when it runs out. If appears when there is a lot of toner, pull out the print cartridge by following the toner replacement procedure that is displayed on the screen, and then set it back again. Replacing the Toner
	The waste toner bottle is full, or almost full.	Prepare a replacement waste toner bottle. Replace the bottle when it becomes full. Replacing the Waste Toner Bottle
	Staples have run out.	Prepare a cartridge for replacement, and load it when the staples run out. (IM C530F Only) Replenishing the Staples (IM C530F only)
	A cover is open.	Check that all covers of the machine and options are closed.
	The drum unit has reached the end of its service life.	Prepare a replacement drum unit. Replace the drum unit when it reaches the end of its service life. Replacing the Drum Unit
	The intermediate transfer unit has reached the end of its service life.	Contact your service representative.

For the names and the contact information of consumables, check [Check Status][Maintnc./Inquiry/Mach. Info][Inquiry]. Press [Home] () after confirming the information.
Contact Information

When the [Check Status] Indicator Is Lit or Flashing

The [Check Status] indicator notifies the user when the machine requires immediate attention.

Flashing in red

The machine is unavailable for use. Press [Check Status] and resolve the problem as soon as possible.

Flashing in yellow

Maintenance on the machine needs to be performed soon. Perform the required procedure accordingly.

You can display the status confirmation screen with [Check Status]. On the screen, check the detailed status of the machine or application.

Press [Check Status].

Press [Check] to check the details, and perform the required procedure.

See "When an Icon is Displayed with a Message" for details.

Operation panel screen illustration : The machine cannot be used.

Operation panel screen illustration : Some of the functions cannot be used, or the toner is almost depleted.

Depending on the machine condition, such as a paper jam or open cover, the status confirmation screen may be displayed automatically without pressing [Check Status].