Epson Error Code 0xf1

If you’re getting the Epson error code 0xf1, it’s most likely because your printing operation is being interrupted. Fortunately, we’ve compiled a list of standard solutions to this problem.

Please take a look at them below.

Although there isn’t much information available concerning this problem, we were able to come up with several remedies.

The most useful resource we discovered was a YouTube video that claimed to have a solution. It provided an answer to the 0xf1 error code. According to them, this problem can be caused by a corrupted registry entry on your computer. They claim that the print head will be unable to move or read from either the left or right sides during printing. Fortunately, numerous commentators have stated that the solution is much simpler.

0xF1 Epson Error: 5 Solutions

Solution number one (Paper Jam)

• It could simply be a paper jam.
• Commenting on the video, one YouTube user said that his problem was simply a paper jam. He claims that he has already seen this Epson printer issue.
• Check to see if there is any paper stuck within the printer.

 

Solution number two (Reset)

• I know it’s self-evident, but this miraculous cure-all can be a quick repair for various printer issues.
• One user claimed that leaving it on overnight rather than a quick reset provided an additional layer of refresh that helped erase the oxf1 problem.
• According to this YouTube user, this Epson error number is not very diagnostically informative. It can signal a variety of different problems.

 

Solution number three (Printer Head Wiggle)

• Another YouTube user said that wriggling his printer heads solved the problem.
• Here’s a video of a technician working on Epson printer heads; it’ll show you how to wiggle them like the YouTube poster did to remedy the problem.

 

Solution number four (Printer Troubleshooting)

• One user in Microsoft support described the issue. He’s been getting an error notice when he turns on his Epson XP-435: “Printer Error, turn the power off and on again.” 0xf1 is the error code.”
• The printer remains non-functional after multiple futile cycles of turning on and off. He assumed it was triggered by an attempt to print a document from an iPad.
• This Epson user appears ludicrous that a sophisticated printing gear might be rendered worthless just by attempting to establish a wireless connection.
• The first step, according to Microsoft Support, is to run the printer troubleshooter.
• To troubleshoot, go to Control Panel > Troubleshooting > Select Printers from the left-hand menu.
• If at all practicable, it should be able to diagnose and correct faults promptly.

 

5th solution (Reinstall The Printer)

• It’s also possible that reinstalling the printer will help.
• Uninstalling, Downloading, and Reinstalling Printer Software
• Right-click the Epson Printer and select Remove device from the Devices and Printers menu. After that, restart your computer or laptop and attempt adding the printer from the same menu again.

 

Summary

This should be a relatively simple repair. There isn’t much information about it on the internet. Still, from what we’ve seen, it’s usually fixed by clearing a paper jam, rebooting the printer, or messing with the printer heads.