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06-09-2025 10:33 PM
I purchased a color laser printer several years ago. I recently had a paper jam and after I removed the jam, I had a 59.C0 error with the instructions. “Turn off then turn on.” I tried that and the error remained. I checked online and HP recommended removing the cartridges and replacing them one-by-one, allowing the printer to recycle after each cartridge was installed. After I installed the final cartridge (black), the error returned.
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06-12-2025 01:27 AM
@Toni1957, Welcome to HP Support Community,
Thank you for posting your query; I’m here to help by guiding you through steps to resolve this issue
The 59.C0 error indicates that the developer-alienation motor experienced a rotational error. Here are the recommended steps to resolve this issue:
Turn the Printer Off and On:
- Turn off the printer using the power switch.
- Wait at least 30 seconds.
- Turn the printer back on and wait for it to initialize.
Direct Power Connection:
- If you are using a surge protector, remove it.
- Plug the printer directly into the wall socket.
- Turn the printer on.
I hope this helps.
Please feel free to reply here if you have any questions or if you need further clarification on any of the steps.
Take care and have a good day.
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Garp_Senchau
I am an HP Employee
06-12-2025 01:27 AM
@Toni1957, Welcome to HP Support Community,
Thank you for posting your query; I’m here to help by guiding you through steps to resolve this issue
The 59.C0 error indicates that the developer-alienation motor experienced a rotational error. Here are the recommended steps to resolve this issue:
Turn the Printer Off and On:
- Turn off the printer using the power switch.
- Wait at least 30 seconds.
- Turn the printer back on and wait for it to initialize.
Direct Power Connection:
- If you are using a surge protector, remove it.
- Plug the printer directly into the wall socket.
- Turn the printer on.
I hope this helps.
Please feel free to reply here if you have any questions or if you need further clarification on any of the steps.
Take care and have a good day.
Did we resolve the issue? If yes, please consider marking this post as "Accepted Solution" and click "Yes" to give us a helpful vote - your feedback keeps us going!
Regards,
Garp_Senchau
I am an HP Employee