Brother Printer (Inkjet) Touchscreen Init. Failed error code

Difficulty: Easy · Cost: $0 · Duration: 2m

The Touchscreen Init. Failed message on your Brother inkjet printer means the touchscreen was pressed or something was resting on it before the machine completed its power-on initialization. Make sure nothing is touching or resting on the touchscreen when plugging the machine in. If debris is stuck between the lower edge of the touchscreen and its frame insert a piece of stiff paper and slide it back and forth to dislodge the debris.

Common causes

The touchscreen was pressed before power-on initialization was completed
An object or debris is stuck between the bottom of the touchscreen and its frame

How to fix it

1

Make sure nothing is touching or resting on the touchscreen when you plug the machine in
2

If debris is stuck between the lower part of the touchscreen and the frame insert a piece of stiff card or paper and slide it back and forth to push out the debris
3

Power cycle the machine and ensure nothing touches the screen during startup