FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT FOR AMERICAN USERS
This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used
properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause
interference to radio and television reception. It has been type tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B computing device in accordance with the specifications in
Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection
against such interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
interference to radio and television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
•
Reorient the receiving antenna
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Relocate the printer with respect to the receiver
•
Move the printer away from the receiver
•
Plug the printer into a different outlet so that the printer and receiver are on different
branch circuits.
If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ television technician
for additional suggestions. The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal
Communications Commission helpful:
‘Television Interference Handbook’
This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington DC 20402.
Stock No. 004-000-00450-7.
WARNING
The connection of a non-shielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will invalidate
the FCC Certification of this device and may cause interference levels that exceed the limits
established by the FCC for this equipment. If this equipment has more than one interface
connector, do not leave cables connected to unused interfaces.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from
digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department
of Communications.
Le present appareil numèrique n’èmet pas de bruits radioèlectriques dèpassant les limites
applicables aux appareils numeriques de Classe B prescrites dans le reglement sur le
brouillage radidlectriques èdicte par le Ministère des Communications du Canada.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY
Epson America makes no representations or warranties, either express or implied,
by or with respect to anything in this manual, and shall not be liable for any
implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose or for any
indirect, special, or consequential damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion
of incidental or consequential damages, so this exclusion may not apply to you.
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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 Epson America, Inc. No patent liability is assumed with respect to
the use of information contained herein. While every precaution has been taken in
the preparation of this publication, Epson America assumes no responsibility for
errors or omissions. Nor is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use
of the information contained herein. Further, this publication and the features
described herein are subject to change without notice.
TRADEMARKS
Epson is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation.
IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
LaserJet and LaserJet Plus are trademarks of Hewlett-Packard Company.
Copyright © 1989 by Epson America, Inc.
Torrance, California
HGM45-32901
Rev. 7/89
Printed in Japan
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Contents
About This Manual
Introduction
Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer
Finding a Place for the Printer.
Unpacking the Printer.
Carrying the Printer
Assembling the Printer
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Chapter 2 Testing and Connecting the Printer
Testing the Printer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting to Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 3 Using the Printer
The Control Panel ..................................
SelecType Overview
The SelecType Control Panel.
Using SelecType. ...................................
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Chapter 4 Paper Handling
Selecting Paper. ....................................
Selecting a Paper Size
Printing Methods Summary
Paper Delivery Choices
Paper Feed Methods
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Chapter 5 Printer Modes
HP Emulation. .....................................
Printer Commands
Command List
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Chapter 6 Maintenance and Transportation
Maintenance
Maintenance Messages
Routine Printer Cleaning
General Printer Maintenance.
Service Overhaul
Transporting Your Printer
Unpacking the Printer after Shipment
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Chapter 7 Troubleshooting
Error Messages
Paper Jam Problems
Troubleshooting.
Power Supply.
Printing Problems
Paper Handling
Decline in Print Quality
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Appendix A Character Samples and Symbol Sets
Resident Fonts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Symbol Set Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Appendix B Technical Specifications
Printer Specifications
Interface Specifications.
Index
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Introduction
The EPL-6000 laser printer offers high performance and reliability
and a wide range of features. Your printer combines a
semiconductor laser with the electrophotographic technology used
in office copiers to give you high-quality printing that is both fast
and quiet.
The imaging system used by your laser printer is driven by a
powerful computer that allows the printer to compose an entire
page in internal memory before printing. The printer can
manipulate the page it holds in memory to provide you with the
ability to mix text and graphics, create predefined forms, and print
with a range of fonts normally associated with typeset material.
Features
In addition to the high-quality printing and ease of operation you
have come to expect from Epson* printers, the EPL-6000 printer
offers the following:
HP LaserJet series II emulation resident in the printer, giving
you access to the wide range of software written for HewlettPackard laser printers.
An optional Epson FX Identity Cartridge that uses the ESC/P
standard. This cartridge comes with its own user’s manual.
Epson’s SelecType feature that gives you touch control over
many printer features, including font selection, paper size, and
interface settings.
Two slots available for font and identity cartridges.
The EPL-6000 can accommodate HP-compatible soft fonts.
A built-in 512KB of RAM. A 2MB memory board option
(upgradable to 4MB) is also available.
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Introduction
High-quality, 300 dot-per-inch (DPI) printing at a speed of 6
pages per minute for letter-size paper.
Two paper delivery methods: face-down delivery for collated
sheets and faceup delivery for printing on media requiring a
straight paper path and for immediate viewing of printed
output.
Three built-in interfaces: parallel and RS-232C and RS-422A
serial.
A small footprint and a light weight.
Enhanced paper handling capabilities that allow you to select a
variety of sizes for automatic feeding without having to change
paper cassettes. A manual paper feed capability is also available.
Where to get help
Customer support and service for Epson products are provided by a
network of authorized Epson Dealers and Customer Care Centers
throughout the United States. Epson America provides product
information and support to its dealers and Customer Care Centers.
Therefore, we ask that you contact the business where you
purchased your Epson product to request assistance. If the people
there do not have the answer to your question, they can obtain it
through our dealer support program.
Epson is confident that this policy will provide you with the
assistance you need.
Call the Epson Consumer Information Center at l-800-922-8911 for
the following:
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The location of the nearest Epson dealer
l
The location of the nearest Customer Care Center
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Information on Epson User Groups.
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Introduction
Options and supplies
To locate or purchase accessories or supplies, contact your nearest
Epson dealer or call 1-800-873-7766.
Epson FX Identity Cartridge
Replacement Toner Cartridge
Drum Unit
Optional 2MB Memory Board
#IBS100
#IBS300
#IBS301
#IBS401
Laser printer precautions
Certain precautions are necessary to ensure the safe and efficient
operation of the EPL-6000. The following list of precautions applies
whenever you open the printer cover. Even if you are familiar with
other types of printers, be sure to follow these precautions carefully.
Be careful not to touch the fuser, which has a hot surface. (The
fuser is the orange-colored area on the left side of the printer,
inside the cover.) There is a label on the fuser warning you not
to touch the hot surface.
Protect the light-sensitive drum from exposure to light. You
should avoid exposing the drum unit to room light for any
longer than necessary. Never expose the drum to lighting any
stronger than room light. Overexposing the drum may cause
abnormally dark or light areas to appear on the printed page,
reducing the service life of the drum.
If you must expose the drum, either by taking the drum unit out
of the printer or by leaving the printer cover open, cover the
drum with a soft cloth or sheet of paper.
If you remove the drum, developer unit, or basket from the
printer, always set them on a clean, smooth surface. Be sure not
to scratch or mar the roller on the developer unit or the surface
of the drum. Also avoid touching the drum, since oils from your
skin can permanently mar its surface and affect print quality.
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Introduction
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Never try to force the printer’s components into place. Although
the printer is designed to be sturdy, rough handling can damage
the printer.
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About This Manual
This user’s manual provides step-by-step instructions on setting up
and operating your laser printer.
Finding your way around
The introduction includes important information on precautions
you should take while operating your laser printer. It also discusses
the features of your EPL-6000, tells you where you can get help, and
lists the options available for this printer.
Chapter 1 contains information on unpacking and setting up
your printer.
Chapter 2 includes information on testing the printer and
connecting the printer to your computer. This chapter also
describes how to change your print density setting.
Chapter 3 contains information on general printer operation.
The information on SelecType is necessary for the day-today
operation of your printer.
Chapter 4 details paper handling.
Chapter 5 gives you information on the HP LaserJet series II
mode, including a command summary.
Chapter 6 gives you information on maintaining and
transporting your printer.
If the printer does not operate properly or the printed results are
not what you expect, see Chapter 7 for a list of possible
problems and recommended solutions.
See the appendixes for information on available symbol sets and
character samples, a list of technical specifications, and an index.
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About This Manual
l A Quick Reference Card at the back of the manual provides a
map of SelecType menus.
l The back flap area has a front and rear view of the printer
designating major parts. Views of the printer’s internal
components are also shown.
Conventions used in this manual
WARNINGS must be followed carefully to avoid damage
to your printer or computer or injury to yourself.
CAUTIONS should be followed carefully to ensure that
your printer operates correctly.
Notes contain important information and useful tips on the
operation of your printer.
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About This Manual
Chapter 1
Setting Up the Printer
Finding a Place for the Printer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Unpacking the Printer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Carrying the Printer
Assembling the Printer
Installing internal components
Installing the paper cassette.
Installing the face-up output tray
Attaching the power cord
Setting the paper feed mechanism
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Finding a Place for the Printer
Setting up your printer is a simple process that takes only a few
minutes. You need to find a location for your printer and install a
few parts. Then your printer will be ready to be connected to your
computer.
Before setting up your printer, you need to find a suitable place to
use it. Be sure to keep the following points in mind when selecting a
place for your printer:
Place the printer on a flat, stable surface.
Place the printer close enough to the computer or workstation
for its cable to reach.
Your printer is equipped with four rubber feet. Be sure that your
printer stand or desktop is large enough to accommodate all
four feet.
Use a grounded outlet-one that has three holes to match the
power plug on the printer. Do not use an adapter plug.
Leave adequate room around the printer to allow easy printer
operation and maintenance. You need to locate a space that is 35
inches (889 mm) wide and 24 inches (610 mm) deep. When you
install the printer in this space, you should make sure there is
sufficient room on each side of the printer. See the following
diagram for details.
Note: If you plan to install the face-up output tray, you need a
space that is 44 inches (1118 mm) wide and 24 inches (610
mm) deep. Within this area, you need 13 inches (330 mm) of
flat, unobstructed space to the left of the printer, rather than
the 5 inches (127 mm) shown in the diagram below. There
should be at least 2 inches (50 mm) of space to the left of the
tray after it is installed.
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Setting Up the Printer
Finding a Place for the Printer
To give you enough room to open the printer cover, allow 18 inches
(457 mm) from the bottom of the print& to any shelf or surface
directly above the printer.
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Finding a Place for the Printer
WARNINGS:
Avoid locations that are subject to direct sunlight,
excessive heat, moisture, or dust.
Avoid using electrical outlets that are controlled by
wall switches or automatic timers. Accidental
disruption of power can wipe out valuable
information in your computer’s memory and your
printer’s memory.
Avoid using outlets on the same circuit with large
motors or other appliances that might disrupt the
power supply.
Keep the entire computer system away from potential
sources of interference, such as loudspeakers or the
base units of cordless telephones.
Unpacking the Printer
Carefully unpack the outer carton. At the top of the carton is the
accessory pack containing several printer components. Beneath the
pack is the printer itself, which is protected by white foam packing
material.
Note: If you already followed the instructions on your unpacking
sheet, skip to the section on carrying the printer.
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Setting Up the Printer
Unpacking the Printer
1.
Remove the accessory pack and make sure you have the
accessories shown below.
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Unpacking the Printer
2.
Carefully remove the printer from the outer carton, lifting the
printer by the recesses on each side of it. Set the printer on a flat,
stable surface. Since the printer is heavy, you may need to have
someone help you lift it.
3. Remove the white foam packing material and plastic bag
protecting the printer. Also remove the plastic bag from the
paper cassette.
Note: It is very important to save all packing materials. You
need to repack the printer in these materials whenever you
ship the printer. Chapter 6 has details on transporting your
printer.
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Unpacking the Printer
4.
Raise the top cover of your printer by lifting up on the latch.
5.
Remove the tape and foam from the printer and paper cassette.
CAUTION: Be particularly careful to remove the foam
taped inside the printer. Save this foam; you’ll need it
whenever you transport the printer.
Top cover
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Unpacking the Printer
6.
To close the cover, push only on the ridged portion of the lid.
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Setting Up the Printer
Carrying the Printer
When you move your printer to the location you selected for it,
carry the printer by holding the recesses on each side of the printer,
as shown below.
Note: The printer weighs about 36 lb. (16 kg) and should be
carried with care. You may need to have someone help you lift it.
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Assembling the Printer
Before you can use the printer, you need to install a few important
parts. Before proceeding, familiarize yourself with the components
shown below. The basket is inside the printer and must be removed
when you install certain parts. The other parts shown were shipped
in the accessory pack.
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Assembling the Printer
Note: Put the developer cleaner and magnetic cleaner in a safe
place for now. You’ll need to use the developer cleaner if vertical
white lines appear on your printed pages. The magnetic cleaner is
useful for removing excess toner from the paper guide. Usage of
these two accessories is described in Chapter 6.
Installing internal components
This section describes how to install internal components, including
the drum unit, drum replacement cartridge, cleaning pad, and
developer unit.
The drum unit, drum replacement cartridge, cleaning pad, and
toner cartridge (which is attached to the developer unit) need to be
replaced periodically. See Chapter 6 for details.
WARNING: When handling the drum, developer unit, or
basket, always set them on a clean, smooth surface. Be
sure not to scratch or mar the roller on the developer unit
or the surface of the drum. Also avoid touching the drum,
since oils from your skin can permanently mar its surface
and affect print quality.
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Assembling the Printer
1.
Raise the top cover of your printer by lifting up on the latch.
2.
Remove the basket and place it on a flat surface.
3.
Locate the cleaning pad in the accessory pack. Holding the green
felt tabs on the cleaning pad, insert the pad into the indentation
on the orange-colored fuser on the left side of your printer.
WARNING Never touch the fuser. When the printer is in
operation, the fuser becomes very hot.
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Assembling the Printer
Locate the drum unit, which has two green handles, and the
4.
cotton swab.
WARNING: Do not expose the photosensitive drum to
light any longer than necessary (a few minutes at most). It
is recommended that you cover the drum with a soft cloth
or sheet of paper whenever the drum is exposed. Also, do
not touch the surface of the drum.
Place the drum unit on a clean, smooth surface and locate the
5.
main charger wire, which extends along the length of the green
drum inside a slot directly over the drum.
WARNING: The main charger wire is very delicate. Do
not press on it too hard or it may break Also, never touch
the wire.
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Assembling the Printer
6.
Gently clean the main charger wire with the cotton swab by
rubbing the swab along the length of the wire. You need to
insert the cotton swab a fraction of an inch into the slot to reach
the wire.
7.
Set the drum unit aside for a moment and locate the developer
unit.
WARNING: Do not touch the roller on the developer
unit.
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Assembling the Printer
Hold the developer unit horizontally, with the toner cartridge
8.
label right side up. Gently shake the unit back and forth a few
times to distribute the toner.
9.
Install the drum unit (lifting it by its green handles) and the
developer unit in the basket.
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Assembling the Printer
10. With the top cover of the printer open, align the arrow on the
back of the basket with the arrow on the printer case. (The
arrows point toward each other when the unit is properly
installed.) Gently lower the basket into place.
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Assembling the Printer
11. Press down simultaneously on the drum unit’s two green
handles until the drum unit clicks into place.
12. Unfasten the tape holding the clear plastic film in place on the
initial toner cartridge, which is attached to the developer unit.
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