Brother FAX-575 FAX-T102/T104/T106 FAX-817/827/837MC FAX-878 Error 81: Head home position error.

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Error code81

The machine detected an error in the head's home position. The manual's first action is: “Replace cam switch.”

Model: Brother FAX-575 FAX-T102/T104/T106 FAX-817/827/837MC FAX-878
Display shows: Head home position error. (81)
Type: Error code
Source: Manual p. 118

Meaning
Common causes
What to do
Still not solved
Source

What 81 means

Head home position error. p. 118

Common causes

Cam switch defective p. 118
Motor defective p. 118
Main PCB defective p. 118

What to do

Replace cam switch. p. 118
Replace motor. p. 118
Replace main PCB. p. 118

Before you service the product, read the safety instructions in the manual p. 5.

If 81 is still not resolved

Call your Brother dealer or Brother Customer Service. p. 5
“Call your Brother dealer or Brother Customer Service.”

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