Brother MFC-J4335DW 20 ppm Wireless INKvestment Tank All-in-One Inkjet Printer with Duplex and Fax ERR-46 Error Fix: Machine Error 46 — Paper Feed Problem

Error code ERR-46 on the Brother MFC-J4335DW 20 ppm Wireless INKvestment Tank All-in-One Inkjet Printer with Duplex and Fax means: Machine Error 46 — Paper Feed Problem. Machine Error 46 indicates a paper feed mechanism failure. The paper feed rollers or pickup mechanism is unable to grab and advance paper from the tray. The rollers may be worn smooth from use, contaminated with paper dust, or the feed motor may be stalling. Clean the paper feed rollers with a lint-free cloth dampened with isopropyl alcohol — reach into the paper tray area and wipe each roller while manually rotating it. If rollers are visibly smooth or shiny, they need replacement. Make sure you are using the correct paper weight (20-24 lb bond) and that the paper guides are snug against the paper stack without pinching. Fan the paper stack before loading to separate sheets. If the error persists after cleaning, the paper feed assembly or motor may need professional service.

The most successful fix is "Replace the Paper Feed Rollers Assembly" (medium difficulty, ~45 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $15-$25. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

This error is rated medium severity. It should be addressed soon, but your appliance may still function in a limited capacity.

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Replace the Paper Feed Rollers Assembly") is rated medium difficulty and takes about 45 minutes. Tools needed: T10 Torx screwdriver, Phillips screwdriver, Lint-free cloth.

DIY cost: $15-$25. Professional repair typically costs $120-$180. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

The Brother MFC-J4335DW 20 ppm Wireless INKvestment Tank All-in-One Inkjet Printer with Duplex and Fax has 8 other known error codes, including: ERR-48 (Machine Error 48 — Head Cleaning Failure), ERR-49 (Machine Error 49 — Print Head Temperature Error), ERR-4F (Machine Error 4F — General Printer Malfunction), ERR-50 (Machine Error 50 — Scanner Motor Error), ERR-A5 (Machine Error A5 — Encoder Strip Issue), and 3 more.

Error code ERR-46 also appears on 1 other Brother model: MFC-J1010DW 16 ppm Wireless All-in-One Color Inkjet Printer with Duplex and Mobile Device Support. The fix may vary by model, so check each model's specific page for tailored repair steps.