(かみづ)まり

かみづまり
noun
paper jam; paper stuck
businesstechnologywork
1. paper jam; paper stuck (in a machine)
A situation where paper becomes stuck inside a printer, copier, or other paper-handling machine, preventing normal operation.
コピー()紙詰(かみづ)まり()こした
The copier had a paper jam.
紙詰(かみづ)まり解消(かいしょう)する
Clear the paper jam.
紙詰(かみづ)まり表示(ひょうじ)()ている
The paper jam indicator is showing.

Etymology

(かみ) (paper) + ()まり (clogging, jamming)

Also called ペーパージャム (paper jam) in katakana.

Common causes

Common expressions

Troubleshooting

1. Open the indicated panel
2. Carefully remove stuck paper
3. Check for torn pieces
4. Close panel and retry

Prevention