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COLOR INK JET PRINTER

User’s Guide

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Copyright © 1996 by Epson America, Inc.

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Printed on recycled paper with at least 10% post-consumer content

Printer Parts

paper support

edge guides

control panel

printer cover

sheet feeder

paper thickness lever

power switch

parallel interface connector

	print head
	unit release	ink cartridge
	lever
		clamp

thickness adjustment

lever

print head unit

FCC Compliance Statement

For United States Users

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception. 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 or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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 which exceed the limits established by the FCC for this equipment. It is the responsibility of the user to obtain and use a shielded equipment interface cable with this device. If this equipment has more than one interface connector, do not leave cables connected to unused interfaces. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

For Canadian Users

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 présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans le règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le Ministère des Communications du Canada.

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Contents

Introduction

Getting the Most Out of Your Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	0-1
If You Are New to Color Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	0-3
Energy Star Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	0-4
Energy-saving Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	0-5
How to Use This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	0-5
Where to Get Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	0-6
Electronic Support Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	0-7
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	0-9
Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	1-2
Unpacking the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	1-3
Setting Up the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	1-4
Selecting a Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	1-4
Attaching the Paper Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	1-4
Plugging In and Turning On the Printer . . . . . . . . . . .	1-5
Charging the Ink Delivery System . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	1-6
Checking the Paper Thickness Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . .	1-14
Loading Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	1-15
Testing the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	1-17
Connecting the Printer to Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . .	1-18
Chapter 2 Installing and Using the Printer Software
Installing the Printer Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	2-2
Installing the Software for Windows 3.1 . . . . . . . . . . .	2-2
Installing the Software for Windows 95 . . . . . . . . . . .	2-5
Installing a Driver for DOS Programs . . . . . . . . . . . .	2-8
Accessing the Printer Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	2-9
Accessing the Driver From Windows Applications . . . . .	2-9
Accessing the Driver From Windows 3.1 . . . . . . . . . . .	2-10
Accessing the Driver From Windows 95 . . . . . . . . . . .	2-10

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Using the Printer Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		2-11
Changing Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		2-14
Using Online Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		2-15
Accessing Online Help From Windows 3.1 . . . . . . . . . .		2-15
Accessing Online Help From Windows 95 . . . . . . . . . .		2-15
Chapter 3	Paper Handling
Choosing Paper and Other Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		3-2
Setting the Paper Thickness and Adjustment Levers . . . . . . .		3-3
Paper Thickness Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		3-3
Thickness Adjustment Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		3-4
Loading Plain Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		3-5
Loading Special Papers and Other Media . . . . . . . . . . . . .		3-8
Loading Special Papers and Transparencies . . . . . . . . .		3-8
Loading Envelopes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		3-11
Chapter 4 Controlling the Printer
Managing Print Jobs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		4-2
Using the Printer’s Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		4-5
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		4-5
Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		4-6
Using the Default Setting Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		4-8
Chapter 5	Maintenance
Cleaning the Print Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		5-2
Changing the Print Head Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		5-3
Replacing an Ink Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		5-6
Selecting the Correct Ink Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		5-7
Removing and Installing an Ink Cartridge . . . . . . . . . .		5-7
Cleaning the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		5-10
Transporting the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		5-11
Calibrating the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		5-12
Calibrating the Printer From Windows . . . . . . . . . . . .		5-13
Calibrating the Printer From DOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		5-14

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Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

Diagnosing Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	6-2
Print Quality Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	6-3
Problems With Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	6-8
Paper Handling Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	6-13
Paper Jam Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	6-13
Paper Feeding Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	6-14
Other Paper Handling Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	6-14
Appendix A Technical Specifications
Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	A-2
Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	A-3
Ink Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	A-6
Mechanical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	A-7
Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	A-7
Environmental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	A-8
Safety Approvals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	A-8
Fonts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	A-8
Parallel Interface Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	A-9
Pin Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	A-9
Reverse Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	A-11
Timing Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	A-14
Initialization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	A-14
Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	A-15
Appendix B Commands and Character Tables
Command List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	B-2
Character Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	B-3
International Character Sets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	B-7
Characters Available With the ESC ( ^ Command . . . . .	B-8

Glossary

Index

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Introduction

The EPSON® Stylus® COLOR 200 is an affordable, high-quality ink jet printer that can print up to 16 million colors at high resolution to produce full-color, photo-quality images. It also produces realistic grayscale images, laser-quality text, and line art. The printer’s ink jet technology allows it to operate quietly, keeping your workspace peaceful.

The Stylus COLOR 200 is easy to install and use. You simply set it up, connect it to your computer, and install the printer software, as described in this book. The printer has a built-in parallel interface so you can connect it to any IBM® PC compatible computer.

The printer software includes a “driver” that controls printing and lets you choose from a wide variety of printer settings. You can change settings to improve print quality, speed up printing, or achieve special printing effects. And to make your selections easy, the driver includes an option that analyzes each page and automatically adjusts the settings before printing it.

Getting the Most Out of Your Printer

To achieve the highest quality printout, you should know a few of the elements that contribute to outstanding color printing:

Resolution is a measure of the amount of detail that can be represented on the page. The higher the resolution, the more detailed and realistic the image, and the longer it takes to print. For printed images, resolution is measured in dots per inch (dpi). Your printer has three resolutions: 720 dpi, 360 dpi, and Economy (180 dpi).

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Use 720 dpi for the best possible images. For high-quality images in less time, use 360 dpi. When speed is important and draft quality is good enough, use Economy (180 dpi).

Paper type and quality are very important. Although you get good results with plain bond paper, you will get better results by using coated or glossy papers because they do not absorb as much ink.

To ensure the best possible quality, EPSON offers special coated papers, glossy papers, and transparencies that are specially formulated for the inks used by the printer.

You can order these products from EPSON Accessories at

[phone] (U.S. sales only). In Canada, call

(800) BUY-EPSON for sales locations. (For information about special papers and other media, see Chapter 3.)

EPSON ink cartridges (black and color) are specially formulated to work with EPSON papers and your printer software to deliver the best looking images. Always use genuine EPSON ink cartridges and do not refill them. Other products may cause damage not covered by EPSON’s warranty.

Printer driver settings control every aspect of how your printer prints, so be sure to select the driver settings that are appropriate for your images each time you print.

The basic driver settings include document type, paper type and size, resolution, and print head unit. Optional settings that you may or may not need to check include halftoning, color adjustments, and the printing mode options described below.

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Printing mode options affect the speed and accuracy with which the print head sprays ink onto the paper. MicroWeave mode applies ink in an intricate pattern to eliminate the possibility of banding (light, horizontal lines) that can sometimes occur in normal mode. High Speed mode prints bidirectionally (one line from right to left and

the next from left to right) to speed up printing. You should use MicroWeave mode when printing detailed graphic and photographic images. High Speed mode is good for all draft copies and for printing text; however, the vertical alignment in your images may not be as precise.

If You Are New to Color Printing

Color printing with the EPSON Stylus COLOR 200 produces amazing images, whether you print text, graphics, line drawings, photographs, or documents containing many different image types. However you use your color printer, keep the following in mind:

Leave a large amount of hard disk space free to make room for your color images. A full-page color photographic image may require 40MB or more of disk space, depending on the resolution. To reduce file size, you can decrease the size and resolution of your images using your printer driver and application software.

Color printing takes time because of the complex processing required to create a color image. How much time depends on the size and type of your image, the resolution you use, and the speed of your computer. However, the fantastic results make the time spent well worth it.

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Your screen colors will not exactly match the printed colors because your computer monitor and printer use different methods to produce the colors you see. If you scan

images using a scanner, the image goes through another interpretive process that also affects the color.

Monitors and scanners produce colors by combining red, green, and blue—the RGB method. Monitor can produce up to 16 million colors by turning on and off the tiny red, green, and blue phosphors contained in each pixel on the screen. Colors produced this way differ from colors produced by your printer’s cyan, magenta, and yellow ink colors—the CMY method.

Your printer driver settings help you closely match colors for your image type, resolution, and paper or other media. If you need extreme precision in matching colors, you can use a color calibration system available with many software applications. If you use a scanner, make sure your scanning software is set to the correct setting for ink jet printers.

Also, your application may include image editing capabilities that let you adjust the colors.

Energy Star Compliance

As an Energy Star Partner, EPSON has determined that this product meets the Energy Star guidelines

for energy efficiency.

The EPA estimates that if all desktop computers, printers, and other peripheral devices met Energy Star standards, energy cost savings would exceed $1 billion annually and carbon dioxide emissions would be reduced by 20 million tons.

All of EPSON’s ink jet printers conform to Energy Star standards.

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Energy-saving Tips

Here are a few tips you can use to be even more energy-wise:

If your monitor isn’t Energy Star compliant, turn it off when you’re not using it.

Turn off your computer, printer, and monitor each day when you are done using them.

Use the print preview option in your software so you can catch errors before you print something.

If you have an electronic mail system available to you, send e-mail rather than memos. Not only is this faster, but you’ll save paper and storage space too.

How to Use This Manual

This manual contains all the information you need to set up and use your printer.

Chapter 1, “Setting Up the Printer,” provides simple steps for setting up your printer, running its self test, and connecting it to your computer.

Chapter 2, “Installing and Using the Printer Software,” explains how to install and access the printer software and gives guidelines for selecting printer driver settings.

Chapter 3, “Paper Handling,” explains how to select the right paper or other media for your print job and load it in your printer.

Chapter 4, “Controlling the Printer,” provides instructions for managing the printer’s operation using the Spool Manager, the printer’s control panel, and Default setting mode.

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Chapter 5, “Maintenance,” gives instructions for cleaning the print heads, changing the print head unit, replacing the ink cartridge, and cleaning, transporting, and calibrating the printer.

Chapter 6, “Troubleshooting,” contains guidelines for solving any print quality or printer operation problems you may have.

Appendix A, “Technical Specifications,” gives the specifications for the Stylus COLOR 200 printer.

Appendix B, “Commands and Character Tables,” lists the ESC/P 2™ emulation commands supported by the printer and shows the printer’s built-in character tables.

A Glossary and Index are included at the end of the book.

Where to Get Help

If you purchased your printer in the United States or Canada, EPSON provides customer support and service through a network of Authorized EPSON Customer Care Centers. EPSON also provides the following services when you dial

[phone]:

EPSON fax-on-demand technical information library

Product literature on current and new products

Assistance in locating your nearest Authorized EPSON Reseller or Customer Care Center

Technical information on the installation, configuration, and operation of EPSON products

Customer relations.

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You can purchase ink cartridges, paper, parts, printed manuals, and accessories for EPSON products from EPSON Accessories at [phone] (U.S. sales only). In Canada, call

(800) BUY-EPSON for sales locations.

If you purchased your printer outside the United States or Canada, contact your EPSON dealer or the marketing location nearest you for customer support and service.

If you need help with any software program you are using, see the documentation for that program for technical support information.

Electronic Support Services

If you have a modem, the fastest way to access helpful tips, specifications, drivers, application notes, and bulletins for EPSON products is through the online services below.

World Wide Web

If you are connected to the Internet and have a Web browser, you can access EPSON’s World Wide Web site at http://www.epson.com. EPSON’s home page links users to What’s New, EPSON Products, EPSON Connection,SM Corporate Info, and EPSON Contacts. Link to the EPSON Connection for the latest drivers and FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) and the EPSON Chat area. To get in touch with EPSON around the world, EPSON Contacts includes Contact Information for local EPSON subsidiaries.

EPSON FTP Site

If you have access to the Internet and an FTP client, you can download drivers, FAQs, and sample files from EPSON’s FTP site. Use your FTP client or Web browser to log onto ftp.epson.com with the user name anonymous and your e-mail address as the password.

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EPSON Fax-on-Demand service

You can access the EPSON fax-on-demand technical information library by calling [phone] or [phone]. To receive information, you must provide a fax number.

EPSON Download Service

You can call the EPSON Download Service at [phone]. Make sure your communications software is set to 8 data bits with 1 stop bit, no parity bit, and a modem speed up to

28.8 Kbps. See your communications software documentation for more information.

EPSON Forum on CompuServe

CompuServe® members can call the Epson America Forum on CompuServe. If you are already a member, simply type GO EPSON at the menu prompt to reach the Forum.

If you are not currently a member, you are eligible for a free introductory membership as an owner of an EPSON product. This membership entitles you to:

An introductory credit on CompuServe

Your own user ID and password

A complimentary subscription to CompuServe Magazine, CompuServe’s monthly publication.

To take advantage of this offer, call [phone] in the United States and Canada and ask for representative #529. In other countries, call the following U.S. telephone number:

[phone], or your local CompuServe access number.

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Important Safety Instructions

Before using your printer, read the following safety instructions to make sure you use the printer safely and effectively.

Turn off and unplug the printer before cleaning. Clean with a damp cloth only. Do not spill liquid on the printer.

Do not place the printer on an unstable surface or near a radiator or heating vent.

Do not block or cover the openings in the printer’s cabinet or insert objects through the slots.

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.

Do not let the power cord become damaged or frayed.

If you use an extension cord with the printer, make sure the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the cord’s ampere rating. Also, make sure the total of all devices plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes.

Except as specifically explained in this User’s Guide, do not attempt to service the printer yourself.

Unplug the printer and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

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

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Chapter 1

Setting Up the Printer

System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	1-2	1
Unpacking the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	1-3
Setting Up the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	1-4
Selecting a Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	1-4
Attaching the Paper Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	1-4
Plugging In and Turning On the Printer . . . . . . . . . . .	1-5
Charging the Ink Delivery System . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	1-6
Checking the Paper Thickness Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . .	1-14
Loading Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	1-15
Testing the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	1-17
Connecting the Printer to Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . .	1-18

Setting Up the Printer 1-1

Be sure to read all the sections in this chapter to ensure that you set up your printer properly.

System Requirements

To use your printer and its driver, we recommend that your system includes:

An 80386/25 MHz or faster processor

Microsoft® Windows® 3.1, Windows for Workgroups 3.1, or Windows 95

At least 8MB of available RAM (more for Windows 95)

A minimum of 10MB of hard disk space for storing images (40MB or more is recommended for color images)

VGA or higher standard monitor

A shielded, twisted-pair parallel cable (6 to 10 feet long) to connect your computer to the printer’s parallel interface; the cable must have a D-SUB, 25-pin, male connector for your computer and a 36-pin, Centronics® compatible connector for the printer.

1-2 Setting Up the Printer

Unpacking the Printer

In addition to this User’s Guide, your printer box should include a Quick Setup card, the printer software diskettes, a Notice Sheet, a registration card, and these items:

paper support

printer

print head storage box

color ink cartridge

black ink cartridge

monochrome print head

Caution:

c To avoid damaging the printer, you must remove all protective materials packed around and inside the printer before you set it up and turn on the power. Follow the directions on the Notice Sheet packed with the printer.

Save all packaging and protective materials in case you need to transport the printer in the future. You should always transport it in its original packaging or equivalent materials.

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Setting Up the Printer

The following procedures describe how to set up and test the printer before you connect it to your computer. Refer to the illustrations on the inside front cover of this manual to identify the main components while setting it up.

Selecting a Location

When choosing a location for the printer, select a surface that is flat, horizontal, and stable. Locate the printer away from the edge of your desk or table so that paper ejected from the front has room to land on a flat surface.

Avoid locations subject to rapid changes in temperature and humidity. Also keep the printer away from direct sunlight, heat sources, and sources of electromagnetic interference, such as the base unit of a cordless telephone.

Attaching the Paper Support

Insert the paper support into the slots at the back of the printer. Tilt the paper support slightly forward while inserting it.

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Plugging In and Turning On the Printer

Follow these steps to plug in and turn on your printer:

1.Make sure you have removed all protective packing materials from inside the printer. (See the Notice Sheet for more information.)

2.Make sure the printer is turned off by checking the position of the POWER switch, as shown below.

3.Plug the power cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet.

4.Turn on the printer by pressing the POWER switch.

Note:

The Power and Ink Out lights turn on to indicate that no ink cartridge is installed.

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Charging the Ink Delivery System

Your printer comes with a color print head, installed in the printer, and a monochrome print head, packed in the plastic storage box. When you want to print in color, install the color print head unit with the color ink cartridge in the printer. When you want to print in black, install the monochrome print head unit and black ink cartridge in the printer.

Note:

When printing a page that does not include color, using the black ink cartridge is much faster and more economical. However, the color ink cartridge can print composite black. Composite black is a mixture of the inks in the color ink cartridge that closely resembles black ink.

When you first set up the printer, you need to completely charge its ink delivery system by first installing the color ink cartridge and then replacing it with the black print head unit and cartridge. Follow all the steps in this section.

Note:

Even if you don’t plan to use the black ink cartridge immediately, you still need to install it to charge the ink delivery system.

Once both ink delivery systems are charged, you can easily switch between color and monochrome printing as needed. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3.

Warning:

w The ink cartridges are self-contained units. Under ordinary use, ink will not leak from a cartridge. If ink gets on your hands, wash them thoroughly with soap and water. If ink gets into your eyes, flush them immediately with water.

Caution:

c Do not open the ink cartridge packages until just before you install them or they may become dry.

1-6 Setting Up the Printer

Installing the color ink cartridge

Follow these steps to install the color ink cartridge: 1. Make sure the printer is turned on.

2. Raise the printer cover by lifting the edges, as shown below.

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3.Hold down the Load/Eject button for about five seconds until the print head moves slightly left, to the ink cartridge install position. The Power light begins flashing.

Caution:

c Never move the print head by hand; always use the Load/Eject button to move it.

4. Raise the ink cartridge clamp to open the print head unit.

ink cartridge clamp

paper sheet

5. Remove the protective paper sheet.

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6.Open the foil ink cartridge packages and take out the cartridges. Remove the tape seal from the top of each one. Set the black cartridge aside for now.

color cartridge

black cartridge

Caution:

c You must remove the tape seal from the top of each cartridge; leaving the tape on will permanently damage a cartridge. Do not remove the clear seal from the bottom of the cartridge; ink will leak out.

7.Lower the color ink cartridge into the print head unit with the label facing up and the arrow on the top of the cartridge pointing toward the back of the printer.

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8.Press down the ink cartridge clamp until it locks in place. You will feel some resistance.

Caution:

c Once you install an ink cartridge, do not open the ink cartridge clamp again or remove the cartridge except to replace it with a new one. Once you remove a cartridge, do not reuse it; you may damage the print head.

9.Press the Load/Eject button again to return the print head to its home position. (Even if you do not press Load/Eject, the print head moves back to its home position about

60 seconds after you close the clamp.)

The printer charges the ink delivery system for about two minutes. During this time, the Power light flashes. When the printer is finished charging, the Power light stays on.

Caution:

c Never turn off the printer while the Power light is flashing.

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Installing the black ink cartridge

Follow these steps to remove the color print head unit and install the monochrome print head unit and black ink cartridge:

1.Make sure the printer is on and the printer cover is open.

2.Hold down the Load/Eject button for about five seconds until the print head unit moves slightly left to the ink cartridge install position. The Power light flashes.

3.Raise the blue print head unit release lever as far as it will go.

release lever

Caution:

c Do not lift up the ink cartridge clamp; the ink cartridge and print head may become unusable.

4.Grasp both sides of the print head unit and carefully lift it out of the printer. Place the print head unit on a flat, clean surface.

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Caution:

c Do not touch the electrical contacts on the back and bottom of the print head unit or inside the printer; you may damage them.

5.Remove the monochrome print head unit from its storage box by pressing on the notch as shown. Place the color print head unit in the box. Always store the unused print head unit in this box to protect its delicate components.

6.Carefully insert the monochrome print head unit into the printer with the electrical contacts and print head facing the back of the printer.

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7.Press down the print head unit release lever until it clicks into place.

Caution:

c If the Power and Ink Out lights are flashing, remove the print head unit (beginning at step 3) and reinsert it.

8.Open the ink cartridge clamp and remove the protective paper sheet.

9.Lower the black ink cartridge into the print head unit with the label facing up and the arrow on the top of the cartridge pointing toward the back of the printer.

10.Press down the ink cartridge clamp until it locks in place. You will feel some resistance.

Caution:

c Once you install an ink cartridge, do not open the ink cartridge clamp or remove the cartridge except to replace it with a new one. Once you remove a cartridge, do not reuse it; you may damage the print head.

11.Press the Load/Eject button again to return the print head to its home position. (Even if you do not press Load/Eject, the printer moves the print head back to its home position about 60 seconds after you close the clamp.)

After you install the black ink cartridge, the printer charges the ink delivery system for about one minute. During this time, the Power light flashes. When the printer finishes charging, the Power light stays on.

Caution:

c Make sure the printer completes the ink charging process even if you plan to reinstall the color print head unit. If charging is not completed, the printer may be damaged.

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12. Close the printer cover.

c	Caution:
	Never turn off the printer while the Power light is flashing.
	When you switch between print head units, always leave the
	ink cartridge installed. Once you remove a cartridge, do not
	reuse it. Reusing a cartridge that has been removed may
	damage the print head.
	Use only genuine EPSON ink cartridges and do not refill
	them. Other products may cause damage not covered by
	EPSON’s warranty.

When you want to print in color again, replace the monochrome print head unit with the color print head unit as described in Chapter 5.

Checking the Paper Thickness Lever

Before you load paper, make sure that the paper thickness lever, which controls the distance between the paper and the printer carriage, is set correctly. The paper thickness lever is on the top right side of the printer, next to the paper support. For now, it should be set to the plain paper setting (forward).

thick paper setting

plain paper setting

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For instructions on setting the lever for thick paper (or other special media), see Chapter 3.

Loading Paper

This section explains how to load up to 100 sheets of plain bond paper in the sheet feeder. (For instructions on loading coated or glossy paper, envelopes, or transparencies, see Chapter 3. For paper specifications, see Appendix A.)

Always load plain paper with the printable surface facing up. The printable surface is marked with an arrow on most paper packaging.

1.Push down the left edge guide lock lever; then slide the left edge guide to the left as far as it will go.

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