DIY fix — no technician neededVerified by FixOffice
Xerox 077-900 — Paper remaining in path
Applies to: WorkCentre / VersaLink / AltaLink
What this error means
A path sensor still detects paper after a jam was cleared — a missed fragment or a stuck sensor flag.
Symptoms
- Jam message won't clear despite no visible paper
- Message returns on every power-up
Try this first (safe DIY steps)
- Open every door/tray including the duplex unit; sweep the path with a flashlight for torn corners
- Gently flick visible sensor flags (small plastic levers in the path) to check they move freely
- Power cycle with all doors closed
Safety: power off before any physical intervention. Never bypass covers or interlocks — fuser areas run hot enough to burn.
When to call a technician
If no fragment can be found and the message persists — a sensor has failed.