Fix Samsung Error #H2-1317: Registration Jam
warning Severity: warning
If your Samsung printer is displaying error #H2-1317, do not worry – this is a known issue with a proven fix. This error typically indicates registration jam that can usually be resolved without a service call. Follow the steps below to clear this error.
What Causes Samsung Error #H2-1317?
This error can be triggered by one or more of the following issues:
- Paper jammed at the registration roller
- Paper skewed during feed
- Registration sensor malfunction
How to Fix Samsung Error #H2-1317
Follow these steps in order. After each step, check whether the error has cleared before proceeding to the next one.
- Step 1: Open the front and rear covers
- Step 2: Check the registration area (where paper aligns before entering the drum area)
- Step 3: Remove any jammed paper
- Step 4: Check for paper fragments near the registration sensor
- Step 5: Close covers and restart
Affected Samsung Printer Models
The following Samsung printer models are known to display error #H2-1317:
Related Samsung Error Codes
If you are troubleshooting error #H2-1317, these related error codes may also be relevant:
- #U1-2320 – Fuser Unit Error
- LSU Error – Laser Scanner Unit Error
- #H1-1252 – Paper Path Error
- #C2-1112 – Toner Cartridge Error
- #M2-1513 – Paper Feed Error
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a registration jam?
A registration jam occurs where paper is aligned and timed before entering the print engine. If paper arrives skewed or is not detected by the registration sensor, it jams.
Is #H2-1317 a recurring problem?
If this jam recurs, the registration roller or sensor may need service. Also check that paper guides are properly set and paper is not too slippery.
Error still not resolved?
If the steps above did not fix the error, the issue may require professional service. Contact the manufacturer support line or visit an authorized service center near you.