Check that the power socket switch is on.
Check that the power switch is on at the mains socket. If this is on, carefully check the power cable to ensure it is not damaged, remove then reseat it before attempting to turn the printer on again. Hold the power button down firmly for five seconds, or ensure the power switch is on, depending on the product you have.
Also, make sure that your outlet works and is not controlled by a wall switch or timer.
Power off the printer at the mains socket then remove and reseat the power cable.
Power off the printer at the mains socket. Unplug the power cable from the socket, then remove and reseat the power cable from the printer's power cable port. Plug the printer back in at the mains and ensure the socket is switched on.
Hold down the power button firmly for five seconds. For laser and dot matrix printers, press the power switch to turn it on.
Does the power button depress when pressed?
Press down firmly on the power button, if it is stiff and does not depress then there may be a problem with the button.
Connect the printer directly to the mains - not via a surge protector or extension lead.
If your unit is connected via a surge protector or a power strip/extension lead, connect the unit directly to the mains socket.
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