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Message: [QUOTE="BelindaR, post: 229971, member: 27254"] It sounds like you're dealing with a frustrating and fairly common issue on the [B]Epson Ecotank ET-2800/2850 series[/B] where the printer falsely reports a [B]paper jam or paper out error[/B], even when everything seems fine. Since you've already done the basics—[B]cleaning rollers, sensors, running cleaning sheets, restarting, and even cleaning print heads[/B]—here are a few additional things to try that might solve the issue more permanently: [HEADING=2]1. [B]Check the Rear Feed Sensors and Flag Mechanism[/B][/HEADING] Sometimes, the small plastic flag or sensor in the [B]rear feed area[/B] can get misaligned or stuck. If the sensor arm doesn’t spring back properly, the printer will think paper is jammed or missing: [LIST] [*]Look inside the rear feed path (with a flashlight if needed). [*]Check for any small pieces of debris or even tiny paper scraps that might be interfering. [*]Gently move the sensor flap to see if it moves freely. [/LIST] [HEADING=2]2. [B]Inspect the Paper Tray and Paper Guides[/B][/HEADING] [LIST] [*]Make sure the [B]paper guides[/B] are snug against the paper without being too tight. [*]Avoid overloading the tray or using curled/wrinkled paper. [*]Try using a different batch or brand of paper—some sensors are more sensitive to very bright or very thin paper. [/LIST] [/QUOTE]