Epson 8600 User Manual

Color Copy Station

Setup Guide

4021300-00 EUL

Where to Find Information

Before using the EPSON AcuLaser Color Copy Station 8600, be sure to follow the instructions in the following manuals.

EPSON AcuLaser Color Copy Station 8600 Setup Guide (this manual)

Explains how to assemble the copy station’s components and test basic copying operation.

EPSON AcuLaser Color Copy Station 8600 Quick Reference

Gives you quick access to information needed for daily copying, including explanations of control panel functions and touch panel messages. This guide can be hung on the printer with the hook provided.

EPSON AcuLaser Color Copy Station 8600 Reference Guide (supplied on the CD-ROM accompanying the copy station)

Provides you with detailed information on the copy station, from general maintenance and troubleshooting to technical specifications.

For information on assembling the printer, the large capacity paper unit, and the scanner, refer to the Unpacking Sheet and Setup Guide included with each device.

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Setup Guide

Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Finding a Place for the Copy Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Checking the Copy Station Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Setting Up the Cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Setting Up the Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Setting Up the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Setting Up the Copy Station. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Testing the Copy Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Selecting a Language. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Using Online Reference Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

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Safety Instructions

Important Safety Instructions

Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference.

❏ Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the copy

station.

❏ Do not block or cover the openings in the printer or the

scanner.

❏ Do not insert objects through the slots in the printer or the

scanner.

❏ Do not spill liquid on the copy station.

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

and scanner labels.

❏ 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.

❏ Do not use a damaged or frayed power cord.

❏ Unless otherwise explained in this guide, do not attempt to

service this product yourself.

❏ Unplug the copy station and refer servicing to qualified

service personnel under the following conditions:

Safety Instructions 1

If a power cord or plug is damaged; if liquid has entered the copy station; if any copy station component has been dropped or the cabinet damaged; or if the copy station does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in performance. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions.

❏ If you plan to use the copy station in Germany, observe the

following:

To provide adequate short-circuit protection and over-current protection for this product, the building installation must be protected by a 10 Amp or 16 Amp circuit breaker.

Note for German-speaking users:

Bei Anschluss des Druckers an die Stromversorgung muss sichergestellt werden, dass die Gebäudeinstallation mit einer 10 A- oder 16 A-Sicherung abgesichert ist.

❏ Place the copy station near a wall outlet where you can easily

unplug the power cords.

Note for French-speaking users:

Placez le copy station près d'une prise de courant où les fiches peuvent-être débranchées facilement.

2 Safety Instructions

Warnings, Cautions, and Notes

Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.

Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.

Notes contain important information and useful tips on the operation of your copy station.

Safety Instructions 3

Finding a Place for the Copy Station

Before assembling the copy station, find a place that meets the following requirements.

❏ Leave adequate room for easy operation, maintenance, and

ventilation. The minimum space requirements are shown below.

596 mm

1348 to 1568 mm

785 to 985 mm*

150 mm

920 mm

620 mm

825 mm

* The cabinet height is adjustable to five positions.

4 Finding a Place for the Copy Station

780 mm

1332 mm (with tray extended) 656 mm (with tray folded)

835 mm

❏ Place the copy station on a flat, stable surface.

❏ The copy station will operate properly under the following

conditions:

Temperature: 10 to 32°C

Humidity: 15 to 80%

Caution:

❏ Avoid locations that are subject to shock, direct sunlight,

extreme variation in temperature or humidity, excessive heat, moisture, or dust.

❏ Do not place the copy station in locations where volatile

substances are used or stored.

Checking the Copy Station Components

The copy station consists of a cabinet and central control panel, a scanner (EPSON GT-10000+), a printer (EPSON AcuLaser C8600), and a large capacity paper unit or 500-sheet paper cassette unit. Make sure you have the boxes for each of the copy station components listed below.

❏ Color laser printer (EPSON AcuLaser C8600)

❏ Large capacity paper unit or 500-sheet paper cassette unit

❏ Color image scanner (EPSON GT-10000+)

❏ Cabinet

❏ Copy station accessories

Checking the Copy Station Components 5

The copy station accessories box contains the items listed below. Confirm that none of these items is missing or damaged.

control panel control panel shelf

printer interface board

control panel cable scanner cable

screws for control panel shelf (5)

screws with washers for EPSON Image Express (2)

caution label product documentation

EPSON AcuLaser Color Copy Station 8600 Setup Guide (this manual) EPSON AcuLaser Color Copy Station 8600 Quick Reference EPSON AcuLaser Color Copy Station 8600 Online Guide CD-ROM

scanner interface board

screw for printer interface board (1)

program ROM module

rubber feet (2 types × 2)

6 Checking the Copy Station Components

Setting Up the Cabinet

Make sure the cabinet box contains all of the parts listed below. Then follow the steps in this section to assemble the cabinet and to install the control panel.

left frame

caster fixer joint A

cable clips (8)

Large fasteners (3)* Small fasteners (1)*

front panel

top panel right support left support

stoppers (2)

right frame

joint B

Miscellaneous

M8 × 35 bolts (8) M6 × 12 screws (4) M4 × 10 screws (29) flat washers (8) spring washers (8) spanner lock pins (2)* * Not for use with this model.

panel cover

Setting Up the Cabinet 7

Assembling the Cabinet

Caution:

The cabinet is bulky and requires two people for assembly or

handling.

1. Place flat washers and spring washers onto four M8 × 35 bolts

as shown below. Align the positioning marks on the right support and the right frame, then fasten the support to the frame with the bolts.

right support

M8 × 35 bolt

spring washer

positioning marks

right frame

flat washer

2. Assemble the left support and left frame as explained in step 1.

8 Setting Up the Cabinet

3. Use M4 × 10 screws to fasten joint A and the front panel to the

frame in the order shown below. Fasten the joint only loosely in this step. It is to be fastened securely later in the assembly procedure.

➂

➀

➂

➁

joint A

front panel

4. Fasten the caster fixer and the stoppers to the bottom of the

frame with four M4 × 10 screws.

caster fixer

stopper

Setting Up the Cabinet 9

5. Fasten the top panel onto the frame with seven M4 × 10 screws.

top panel

6. Fasten joint B to the frame with eight M4 × 10 screws. Then securely fasten joint A, which was installed in step 3.

joint B

10 Setting Up the Cabinet

1 2 3 4 5

985 mm

The stand height is adjustable to five positions. When the stand is in position 3, 4, or 5, use holes A to fasten joint B.

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