Paper Jams, P5005, P5008 Pedestal Printers

To provide information about correcting a paper path problem on some P5005 and P5008
pedestal model printers caused by paint over-spray that occurred during the manufacturing process and to document a kit that should be ordered to provide more margin in the paper path to better handle the more difficult forms that may be used with the printers.

The P5005 and P5008 models, for a short time during manufacturing, had some over-spray on
areas in the paper path. The problem is slight over-spray in the rib area of the cover and at the
output throat area. Here is a brief procedure to use to help remove this overspray.

Using 600 grit sandpaper make 5 or 6 passes over each rib area, not the sides of the ribs. Do
not do too much as the intent is to make the surface smooth by removing only the over-spray
that gives it a rough feeling. See Figure 1. Using 600 grit sandpaper make 5 or 6 passes
inside the top part of the output throat, over the last 2 inches of the paper path, at the paper exit.
As noted above a lot of sanding is not needed, just enough to eliminate the over-spray. See
figure 2.

Printronix also recommends installation of a kit that can be ordered that has shims and
foam insulation to lift the lid slightly in its closed seated position. The parts in the kit
alter the paper path enough to resolve most form feed problems. The kit part number is
156361-001.