Epson 580 User Manual

Daily Use Guide

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Daily Use

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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

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 Online Guide in the Installer dialog box and click . Then, click View Reference Guide to open the guide.

For Macintosh, double-click the Online Guide icon in the EPSON window and then the EPSON STYLUS COLOR 580 icon. Then, click View Reference Guide to open the guide.

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

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English

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. The information contained herein is designed only for use with this 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 CORPORATION shall not be liable for 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.

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:	English
	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.

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.	English
		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

MWarning:

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

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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