Epson C8600 User Manual

Color Laser Printer

Setup Guide

4021253-00 EUL

Where to Find Information

Setup Guide (this manual)

Contains information on placing and assembling the printer, and installing the printer driver.

User Guides

The CD-ROM shipped with your printer includes the following guides as well as the printer driver.

Note:

Microsoft or later, must be installed on your computer to view the Reference Guide and the Administrator’s Guide. Adobe must be installed on your computer to view the Quick Reference.

Internet Explorer 4.0 or later, or Netscape Navigator® 4.0

Acrobat® Reader™ 4.0 or later

Reference Guide (HTML)

❏ How to use the printer

❏ How to solve problems

❏ How to keep your printer in good condition

❏ Safety information and technical specifications

Administrator’s Guide (HTML)

Provides network administrators with information on both the printer driver and network settings.

Quick Reference (PDF)

Provides you with a list of LCD panel messages, solutions for paper jam problems, and other information about your printer that you may need to refer to on a regular basis. We recommend printing the guide and keeping it near the printer.

Color Laser Printer

Setup Guide

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

2 Assembling the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

3 Installing Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

4 Testing and Connecting the Printer . . . . 28

5 Installing the Printer Software. . . . . . . . . . 32

6 Printing the Quick Reference Guide. . . . 37

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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 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 and its affiliates shall not be liable against 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.

EPSON and EPSON ESC/P are registered trademarks and EPSON AcuLaser and EPSON ESC/P 2 are trademarks of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION.

Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

Adobe and PostScript are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated, which may be registered in certain jurisdictions.

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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.

Warnings, Cautions, and Notes

Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.

Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.

contain important information and useful tips on the

Notes

operation of your printer.

Safety Instructions

Laser Printer Precautions

This printer uses laser technology. The following precautions apply whenever you use the printer. Even if you are familiar with other types of printers, be sure to follow these precautions carefully to ensure safe, efficient operation.

❏ Because the printer weighs approximately 70 kg (154 lbs)

without the consumable or optional products installed, one person should not lift or carry it. Four people should carry the printer, lifting it at the correct positions. Refer to the instructions in the Unpacking Sheet.

❏ Be careful not to touch the fuser, which is marked CAUTION!

HIGH TEMPERATURE, or the surrounding areas. If the printer

has been in use, the fuser and the surrounding areas may be very hot.

CAUTION! HIGH TEMPERATURE

Do not insert your hand into the fuser unit.

❏ Do not insert your hand into the fuser unit as some

components are sharp and may cause injury.

❏ Avoid touching the components inside the printer unless

instructed to do so in this guide.

Safety Instructions 1

❏ Never force the printer’s components into place. Although the

printer is designed to be sturdy, rough handling can damage it.

❏ When handling toner cartridges, always place them on a

clean, smooth surface.

❏ Do not attempt to modify toner cartridges or take them apart.

They cannot be refilled.

❏ Do not touch the toner. Keep the toner away from your eyes.

❏ Do not dispose of used toner cartridges, waste toner

collectors, or photoconductor units in fire, as they can explode and cause injury. Dispose of them according to local regulations.

❏ Wait at least one hour before using a toner cartridge or a

photoconductor unit after moving it from a cool to a warm environment to prevent damage from condensation.

❏ When removing the photoconductor unit, avoid exposing it

to light for more than 5 minutes. The unit contains a blue-colored light-sensitive drum. Exposure to light can damage the drum, causing dark or light areas to appear on the printed page and reducing the service life of the drum. If you need to keep the unit out of the printer for long periods, cover it with an opaque cloth.

2 Safety Instructions

❏ Be sure not to scratch the surface of the photoconductor unit’s

drum. When you remove the photoconductor unit from the printer, always set the unit on a clean, smooth surface. Also, avoid touching the drum, since oil from your skin can permanently damage its surface and may affect print quality.

❏ To get the best print quality, do not store the photoconductor

unit in an area subject to direct sunlight, dust, salty air, or corrosive gases (such as ammonia). Avoid locations subject to extreme or rapid changes in temperature or humidity.

❏ Be sure to keep consumable components out of the reach of

children.

❏ Do not leave jammed paper inside the printer. This can cause

the printer to overheat.

Important Safety Instructions

Read all of the following instructions before operating your printer:

❏ Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer.

❏ Unplug the printer from the electrical outlet before cleaning.

Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.

❏ Do not use the printer near water.

❏ Do not place the printer on an unstable surface.

❏ Slots and openings, located on the front, back and top of the

printer, are provided for ventilation. Keep these slots and openings clear to allow proper ventilation. Avoid placing the printer on a soft surface, like a bed or a sofa, or in a small enclosed area, as this restricts proper ventilation.

Safety Instructions 3

❏ Connect your printer to an electrical outlet that meets the

power requirements of this printer. Your printer’s power requirements are indicated on a label attached to the printer. If you are not sure of the power supply specifications in your area, contact your local power company or consult your dealer.

❏ The interface connector for this printer is Non-LPS

(non-limited power source).

❏ If you are unable to insert the AC plug into the electrical

outlet, contact an electrician.

❏ Do not put your printer where the cord will be stepped on.

❏ Avoid sharing outlets with other appliances.

❏ When using an extension cord, be careful not to exceed its

recommended amperage limit. Also, be sure that all items plugged into the electrical outlet do not exceed a total of 15 amperes.

❏ Never push objects of any kind through cabinet slots as they

may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in fire or electric shock.

❏ Never spill liquid of any kind onto the printer.

❏ Unless specifically instructed in this guide, do not attempt to

service this product yourself. Opening or removing those covers that are marked Do Not Remove may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Contact a qualified service representative for service.

4 Safety Instructions

❏ Unplug the printer and contact a qualified service

representative under the following conditions:

A. If liquid has entered the printer

B. If the printer has been exposed to rain or water

C. If the printer does not operate normally or exhibits a

distinct change in performance

D. If the printer has been dropped or the cabinet damaged

E. If the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed

❏ Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating

instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage that requires repair by a qualified service representative.

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

following:

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

Safety Information

Power cord

Caution:

Be sure the AC power cord meets the relevant local safety

standards.

Safety Instructions 5

Laser safety labels

Your printer is a Class 1 laser product as defined in the IEC 60825 specifications. The label shown is attached in countries where required.

Warning:

The use of controls, or the performance of procedures and

adjustments other than those specified in this guide may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Internal laser radiation

Max. Radiation Power

Wave Length

This is a Class IIIb Laser Diode Assembly that has an invisible laser beam. The printer head unit is NOT A SERVICE ITEM. Therefore, the printer head unit should not be opened under any circumstances. An additional laser warning label is affixed to the inside of the printer.

CDRH regulations

For information about the Center for Devices and Radiological Health of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, see the Reference Guide on the CD-ROM.

6 Safety Instructions

5mW

780 nm

Ozone safety

Ozone emission

Ozone gas is generated by laser printers as a by-product of the printing process. Ozone is produced only when the printer is printing.

Ozone exposure limit

The recommended exposure limit for ozone is 0.1 parts per million (ppm) expressed as an average time-weighted concentration over an eight (8) hour period.

The EPSON AcuLaser C8600 laser printer generates less than

0.1 ppm for 8 hours of continuous printing.

Minimize the risk

To minimize the risk of exposure to ozone, you should avoid the following conditions:

❏ Use of multiple laser printers in a confined area (see above)

❏ Operation in conditions of extremely low humidity

❏ Poor room ventilation

❏ Long, continuous printing together with any of the above

Printer location

The printer should be located so that the exhaust gases and heat generated are:

❏ Not blown directly into the user’s face

❏ Vented directly out of the building whenever possible

Safety Instructions 7

For United Kingdom Users

The EPSON AcuLaser C8600 is a page printer which utilizes a semiconductor laser.

There is no possibility of danger from the laser, provided that the printer is operated according to the instructions in the guides provided.

Since radiation emitted by the laser is completely confined within protective housings and external covers, the laser beam cannot escape from the machine during any phase of user operation.

Warning:

The use of controls, or the performance of procedures and

adjustments other than those specified in this guide may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

This is a semiconductor laser. The maximum power of the laser diode is 5 mW and the wavelength is 780 nm.

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: 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:

8 Safety Instructions

Green and yellow—Earth Blue—Neutral Brown—Live

If you need to fit a plug:

As the colours of the mains lead of this appliance may not match any 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 (G).

❏ The blue wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug

marked with the letter N.

❏ The brown wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug

marked with the letter L.

If damage occurs to the plug, replace the cord set or consult a qualified electrician.

Replace fuses only with a fuse of the correct size and rating.

Safety Instructions 9

Assembling the Printer

Before assembling the printer, follow the instructions on the Unpacking Sheet to remove all protective materials packed around and inside your printer.

Note:

Keep all packing materials as you will need them when transporting the printer.

Installing the Face-Up Tray

Follow these steps to install the face-up tray onto the left side of the printer.

1. Locate the output slot on the left side of the printer.

2. Install the face-up tray as shown below.

Caution:

Do not insert the metal spring into the output slot or any

holes in the printer case. Doing so may damage the face-up tray or your printer.

10 Assembling the Printer

metal spring

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