How to solve multiple paper loading problem in HP5L and HP6L
laser printer
Have you ever encountered before the problem of having multiple
paper loading in your HP LaserJet 5L and 6L? Do you know that
this is caused by a defective separation pad where it's rubber
has worn out. The function of separation pad is to control or
allow paper to go through it, one at a time. If it spoilt, few
sheets of paper will be pulled instead of one whenever you send
a printer command. This sometimes will caused the papers to
jammed up. For the worst case, it will spoil your heating/fuser
sleeve. The price of a heating element is more expensive than a
separation pad. There is one temporary way that you can use to
solve the problem stated without buying a new separation pad.
The process of removing and changing the separation pad is just
easy and fast. Firstly, remove the rubber pad from the holder.
Be careful while you're removing because you might torn the
rubber into pieces. Secondly, clean the holder to prevent any
dirt or glue sticking on it. After that, apply a small amount of
super glue that is just enough to cover the full surface of the
rubber pad. Finally, reversed the rubber pad and stick it back
to the holder. Please ensure that the surface should face upward
before you stick the rubber pad. It will work as good as a new
one. *Note: If you are servicing the printer for your customer,
I'll recommend you to replace a new one for them unless you