Epson error 0x97
An internal hardware failure, usually in the print head circuit or the main board.
How to fix it
- Turn the printer off and unplug it for 10 minutes.
- Open it and remove any jammed paper.
- Plug it straight into a wall socket (not a power strip) and turn it on.
- If 0x97 returns, the fault is electrical.
Is it worth fixing?
If a power reset does not clear it, repair costs usually exceed the printer's value.