Phaser 6180 Color Laser Printer Service Manual 3-29
Error Messages and Codes
Jam at Duplexer
The Duplex Jam Sensor indicates the paper did not reach the sensor on time 
or that paper remains in the Chute Assembly Out.
Applicable Chain Link
■ Chain Link 077-907: Jam at Duplexer
Initial Actions
■ Check for obstruction or debris in the Exit Chute Out or paper path.
■ Cycle printer power.
■ If the problem persists, follow the procedure below.
Troubleshooting Reference Table
Applicable Parts Wiring and Plug/Jack Map Reference
■ Registration Sensor Harness, 
PL3.2.37
■ Fuser Harness, PL6.1.11
■ Right Side Harness, PL10.1.15
■ Feeder Unit, PL3.2.1
■ MCU Board, PL9.1.20
■ Main Drive, PL8.1.2
■ Drive Assembly, PL8.1.7
■ Front Cover Harness, PL1.2.11
■ Exit Out Chute, PL6.1.1
■ Duplex Gate Chute, PL6.1.13
■ Duplex Harness, PL11.1.18
■ Duplex Unit, PL11.1.1
■ “Map 1 - Electrical and Drive” on 
page 10-10
■ “Map 2 - Laser Unit” on page 10-11
■ “Map 4 - LVPS and MCU Board” on 
page 10-13
■ “Map 5 - Duplex Unit” on page 10-14
■ “Tray 1 (MPT) and Registration” on 
page 10-32
■ “Main Drive” on page 10-34
■ “Feeder” on page 10-36
■ “Fuser” on page 10-46
■ “Duplex Wiring Diagram” on page 10-52
Troubleshooting Procedure Table 
Step Actions and Questions Yes No
1 Check the Front Cover Latch. Open and 
close the Front Cover.
Does the error still occur?
Go to step 2. Complete.
2 Reseat the Fuser. Does the error still 
occur?
Go to step 3. Complete.
3 Reseat the Duplex Gate Chute. Does 
the error still occur?
Go to step 4. Complete.
4 Check the Duplex Gate Chute for 
correct installation. Reseat the Duplex 
Gate Chute. Does the error still occur?
Go to step 5. Replace the 
Duplex Gate 
Chute 
(page 8-64).