It can be tricky with the old models because they don't give much indication of the error.
First try turning the key to REG or R mode.
If the error is on the display, try pressing clear to remove it. Then press 1 on the numeric pad, then CLERK ID button. If no error, try making a sale.
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If anyone is looking for a JCM G225 manual, C-tech collective have it here:
http://the-checkout-tech.com/manuals/cashregisters/JCM_G-225_owner_programming_manual.html
Registerman, June 2012