Epson 580 User Manual

Daily Use Guide

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Daily Use

Daily Use

Daily UseDaily Use

Where to Find Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

A Few Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

For United Kingdom Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Warnings, Cautions, and Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Loading Special Paper, Envelopes, and Other Media 8

Loading Special Paper and Other Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Loading Envelopes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Printing with Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Printer Software Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Making Changes to Printer Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Printing with Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Printer Software Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Making Changes to Printer Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Replacing Ink Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Replacing an Empty Ink Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Checking the Print Head Nozzles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Cleaning the Print Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Aligning the Print Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Correcting USB Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Typical Problems and Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Options and Consumable Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

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Where to Find Information

Setup Guide

This guide will help you set up and begin using your printer. It
includes information on setting up your printer and installing the
printer software.

Daily Use guide

This guide provides information on normal printer operation. It
also contains troubleshooting tips.

Reference Guide included on the CD-ROM

The Reference Guide contained on the CD-ROM included with
your printer provides detailed information about printer software
settings, printing on special paper, maintenance, and problem
solving.

To open the Reference Guide, insert the printer software CD in the
CD-ROM drive.

For Windows, select
click . Then, click

For Macintosh, double-click the
window and then the

View Reference Guide

click

To read this manual it is necessary to have a Web browser
installed on the computer.

Online Guide
View Reference Guide

EPSON STYLUS COLOR 580

in the Installer dialog box and

Online Guide

to open the guide.

to open the guide.

icon in the EPSON

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icon. Then,

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system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying,
recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of SEIKO EPSON
CORPORATIO N. The information contained h erein is designed only for use with th is EPSON
printer. EPSON is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other printers.

Neither SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of
this product or third parties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by the purchaser
or third parties as a result of: accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or unauthorized
modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the U.S.) failure to strictly
comply with SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION's operating and maintenance instructions.

SEIKO EPSON C ORPORATION shall not be liable fo r any damages or problems arising from
the use of any options or any consumable products other than those designated as Original
EPSON Products or EPSON Approved Products by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION.

SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from
electromagnetic interference that occurs from the use of any interface cables other than those
designated as EPSON Approved Products by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION.

EPSON is a registered trademark and EPSON Stylus is a trademark of SEIKO EPSON
CORPORATION.

English

Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be
trademarks of their respective owners. EPSON disclaims any and all rights in those marks.

Copyright © 2000 by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION, Nagano, Japan.

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Safety Instructions

Important Safety Instructions

Read all of these instructions before using your printer. Also, be
sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on the
printer.

❏ Do not block or cover the openings in the printer’s cabinet.

Do not insert objects through the slots.

❏ Take care not to spill liquid on the printer.

❏ Use only the type of power source indicated on the printer’s

label.

❏ Connect all equipment to properly grounded power outlets.

Avoid using outlets on the same circuit as photocopiers or air
control systems that regularly switch on and off.

❏ Avoid electrical outlets controlled by wall switches or

automatic timers.

❏ Keep the entire computer system away from potential sources

of electromagnetic interference, such as loudspeakers or the
base units of cordless telephones.

❏ Do not use a damaged or frayed power cord.

❏ Unplug the printer’s power cord from the electrical outlet

when you do not use the printer for a long period of time.

❏ If you use an extension cord with the printer, make sure that

the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the
extension cord does not exceed the cord’s ampere rating. Also,
make sure that the total ampere rating of all devices plugged
into the wall outlet does not exceed the wall outlet’s ampere
rating.

❏ Do not attempt to service the printer yourself.

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❏ Unplug the printer and refer servicing to qualified service

personnel under the following conditions:

The power cord or plug is damaged; liquid has entered the
printer; the printer has been dropped or the cabinet damaged;
the printer does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct
change in performance.

❏ If you plan to use the printer in Germany, the building

installation must be protected by a 10 or 16 amp circuit
breaker to provide adequate short-circuit protection and
over-current protection for this printer.

A Few Precautions

Take note of the following when using the printer, handling the
ink cartridges, or choosing a location for the printer.

When using the printer

Observe the following:

❏ Do not put your hand inside the printer or touch the ink

cartridges during printing.

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❏ Do not move the print head by hand; otherwise, you may

damage the printer.

❏ Before transporting the printer, make sure that the print head

is in the home (far right) position and the ink cartridges are
in place.

When handling the ink cartridges

Observe the following:

❏ Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children. Do not allow

children to drink from or otherwise handle the cartridges.

❏ Be careful when you handle the used ink cartridges, as there

may be some ink around the ink supply port.

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❏ If ink gets on your skin, wash it off with soap and water. If it

gets in your eyes, flush them immediately with water. If
discomfort or vision problems remain after a through
flushing, see a doctor immediately.

❏ Do not shake an ink cartridge; this can cause leakage.

❏ Install the ink cartridge immediately after you remove it from

its package. Leaving the cartridge unpacked for a long time
before use may result in reduced print quality.

❏ Once you install an ink cartridge, do not open the clamp or

remove the cartridge except to replace it with a new one.
Otherwise, the cartridge may become unusable.

❏ Do not use an ink cartridge beyond the date printed on the

cartridge carton. For best results, use up the ink cartridges
within six months of installing them.

❏ Do not dismantle the ink cartridges or try to refill them. This

could damage the print head.

❏ After bringing an ink cartridge inside from a cold storage site,

allow it to warm up at room temperature for at least three
hours before using it.

❏ Store ink cartridges in a cool, dark place.

When choosing a place for the printer

Observe the following:

❏ Place the printer on a flat, stable surface that extends beyond

the printer base in all directions. The printer will not operate
properly if it is tilted or at an angle.

❏ Leave enough space in front of the printer for paper to be

ejected smoothly.

❏ Avoid places subject to rapid changes in temperature and

humidity. Also, keep the printer away from direct sunlight,
strong light, or heat sources.

❏ Avoid places subject to shocks and vibrations.

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❏ Leave enough room around the printer to allow for sufficient

ventilation.

❏ Avoid places subject to dust.

❏ Place the printer near a wall outlet where the plug can be

easily unplugged.

For United Kingdom Users

Use of options

EPSON (UK) Limited shall not be liable against any damages or
problems arising from the use of any options or consumable
products other than those designated as Original EPSON
Products or EPSON Approved Products by EPSON (UK) Limited.

Safety information

Warning:

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This appliance must be earthed. Refer to the rating plate for
voltage and check that the appliance voltage corresponds to the
supply voltage.

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Important:

The wires in the mains lead fitted to this appliance are coloured
in accordance with the following code:

Green and yellow — Earth
Blue — Neutral
Brown — Live

If you have to fit a plug:

As the colours of the mains lead of this appliance may not match
the coloured markings used to identify the terminals in a plug,
please proceed as follows:

The green and yellow wire must be connected to the terminal in
the plug which is marked with the letter E or the earth symbol (

/

).

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