Samsung Multifunction Printer Error Code M1-5112

The M1-5112 code means the printer has detected that Tray 1 is empty of paper and cannot continue printing. The status LED will turn red to indicate the problem. The detection is handled by a component called the Actuator-Paper Empty, which physically senses whether paper is present in the tray. If loading paper does not clear the code, that actuator component may be defective.

A simple power cycle or reset will not permanently clear the M1-5112 error if the underlying cause is still present. If the tray is empty, load paper first before restarting. If the actuator is defective, the error will return after any reset until the faulty component is replaced.

If the fix is simply loading paper, there is no parts cost. If the Actuator-Paper Empty component needs replacement, the part itself is generally inexpensive, typically in the range of a few dollars to around fifteen to thirty dollars depending on the specific model and supplier. Labor costs for a technician to perform the replacement would add to that total, potentially bringing the overall repair into the range of fifty to one hundred dollars or more at a service center.

Start by loading a fresh, properly fanned stack of paper into Tray 1, making sure it is aligned with the tray guides and fully seated. If the error clears, normal operation should resume. If the error remains with paper loaded, inspect the Actuator-Paper Empty inside the tray cavity for damage, obstructions, or a broken pivot, and replace it if defective.

The M1-5112 error is not a safety hazard in terms of electrical risk or fire danger. However, the printer will not be able to execute print jobs while this error is active, so continued use is simply not possible until paper is loaded or the defective actuator is replaced. There is no risk of damaging other printer components by addressing this error.