HP 13.B2 Paper Jam Error
What it means
A paper jam reported at a specific point in the paper path. The number after the 13 indicates the location, so following the paper path from the tray through to the output and removing any caught paper clears it.
Guides that cover this kind of fault
A guide written for 13.B2 itself is still being checked against the manufacturer's documentation. These cover the same underlying problem and are filed under paper jams.
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Common questions
What does the 13.B2 error mean on a HP printer?
A paper jam reported at a specific point in the paper path. The number after the 13 indicates the location, so following the paper path from the tray through to the output and removing any caught paper clears it.
Is the 13.B2 error serious?
Not usually. Codes at this level normally clear once the condition they describe is dealt with, and a printer that carries on working afterwards has nothing further wrong with it.
Different code or problem?
Switch off and unplug a printer before reaching inside it. If a fault involves the power supply or internal electronics, or the machine is under warranty, contact the manufacturer or a qualified technician. Full disclaimer. Brand and code names are trademarks of their owners; PrinterFixUp is independent and unaffiliated.