DIY fix — no technician neededVerified by FixOffice
Xerox 005-xxx — Document feeder jam family
Applies to: WorkCentre / VersaLink / AltaLink
What this error means
Jams in the document feeder (DADF): an original stuck at a feed sensor. Torn/stapled/curled originals and dirty feed rollers cause most; the subcode says which sensor, but the fix is the same.
Symptoms
- Original stuck in the feeder
- Feeder grabbing multiple pages or none
Try this first (safe DIY steps)
- Open the DADF cover; remove the original gently in the feed direction
- Remove staples/clips; flatten curled stacks; don't overfill
- Wipe the feed rollers with a barely damp lint-free cloth
- Persistent multi-feeds = worn rollers (cheap service part)
Safety: power off before any physical intervention. Never bypass covers or interlocks — fuser areas run hot enough to burn.
When to call a technician
Roller kit replacement or sensor faults — quick service.