How I Actually Fixed My Epson WF-3640 Error Code 0x97
This Epson WF-3640 printer error message of 0x97 in the back of my Epson printer was making me insane. I tried everything to fix it but no solution worked. However, I finally found the solution to my issue in only five minutes! If you’d like to know how to resolve the Epson WF-3640 error message 0x97 continue reading !…
Fix #1 — Unplugging it.
Try unplugging your computer for 30 minutes. It resets all computer chips, and also frees space in memory. Connect it again and observe if receive a message on your screen that tells you what’s wrong right now. If not, go to step 2.
Fix #2 — Clearing the Paper Jams
Check for jammed papers by looking beneath, behind and within every printer tray. If you’re still receiving an error message Try removing the stuck paper, and then press OK or Resume to continue printing. Be sure to not remove your cartridges for your printer in these steps.
Fix #3 — Cleaning the Scanner Glass
Place your WF-3640 on the flat surface, then turn it. There are five screws that secure an panel on the bottom of your printer. You can remove those screws (keeping the track of the location they’re located) and then slowly remove the panel.
Fix #4 — Dumping Ink
The most common thing you see over and over on forums from those who have fixed error code 0x97. The reason is that replacing cartridges with ink, even if they’re not empty, will solve error code zero 97. I decided to test it as my 3 other cartridges failed, and it did the trick for me too! It seems that unplugging the printer, then plugging it into the printer after replacing the cartridges solved error code 0x97 for the Epson WF-3640 .
Fix #5 — Resetting Waste Ink Pad Counter
In some instances it is possible to utilize software to correct the error code 0397. It is possible to utilize Epson Status Monitor 3 as well as reset the counter for waste ink pads. For this do these things: First, download EPSONS Status Monitor 3. Install it on your system. Click on the System Configuration tab, then select that the option “Enable Printer Self-Diagnosis” is checked and after that, click OK.
Fix #6 — Call Epson Support
In the end, I was unable to find a permanent solution to my printer’s error code 0x97, I decided to contact Epson support for assistance. The support representative I spoke to was extremely professional and pleasant and helped me with some ways to troubleshoot. In most cases the representative said that these steps will resolve the various software issues that are affecting your printer.
Conclusion
It’s done! At least , it’s completed by me. If you’d like for you to continue using you Epson printer and avoid getting error code 0x97, please follow the steps below. If you have questions or concerns, please leave your comment below.
