Epson WP 4590, WP 4540, WP 4530, WP 4520, WP 4510 Service Manual

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SERVICE MANUAL
Color Inkjet Printer
Epson WP-4590 series/ Epson WP-4540 series Epson WP-4530 series/ Epson WP-4520 series Epson WP-4510 series/ Epson WP-4090 series Epson WP-4020 series/ Epson WP-4010 series
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Safety Precautions
All safety procedures described here shall be strictly adhered to by all parties servicing and maintaining this product.
DANGER
Strictly observe the following cautions. Failure to comply could result in serious bodily injury or loss of life.
1. Always disconnect the product from the power source and peripheral devices when servicing the product or performing maintenance.
2. When performing works described in this manual, do not connect to a power source until instructed to do so. Connecting to a power source causes high voltage in the power supply unit and some electronic components even if the product power switch is off. If you need to perform the work with the power cable connected to a power source, use extreme caution to avoid electrical shock.
WARNING
Strictly observe the following cautions. Failure to comply may lead to personal injury or loss of life.
1. Always wear protective goggles for disassembly and reassembly to protect your eyes from ink in working. If any ink gets in your eyes, wash your eyes with clean water and consult a doctor immediately.
2. When using compressed air products; such as air duster, fo r cleaning during repair and maintenance, the use of such products containing flammable gas is prohibited.
PRECAUTIONS
Strictly observe the following cautions. Failure to comply may lead to personal injury or damage of the product.
1. Repairs on Epson product should be performed only by an Epson certified repair technician.
2. No work should be performed on this product by persons unfamiliar with basic safety knowledge required for electrician.
3. The power rating of this product is indicated on the serial number/rating plate. Never connect this product to the power source whose voltages is different from the rated voltage.
4. Replace malfunctioning components only with those components provided or approved by Epson; introduction of second-source ICs or other non-approved components may damage the product and void any applicable Epson warranty.
5. The capacitors on the Main Board may be electrically charge right after the power turns off or after driving motors which generates counter electromotive force such as when rotating the PF Roller or when moving the CR Unit. There is a risk to damage the Main Board if the Head FFC is short-circuited with the capacitors on the Main Board electrically charged, therefore, after the power turns off or after motors are driven, leave the printer untouched for approximately 30 seconds to discharge the capacitors before starting disassembly/ reassembly.
6. To prevent the circuit boards from short-circuiting, be careful about the following when handing FFC or cables.
When handling FFC, take care not to let the terminal section of FFC touch metal parts.
  When connecting cables/FFC to the connectors on circuit board, connect them straight to the connectors to avoid
slant insertion.
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7. In order to protect sensitive microprocessors and circuitry, use static discharge equipment, such as anti-static wrist straps, when accessing internal components.
8. Do not tilt this product immediately after initial ink charge, especially after performing the ink charge several times. Doing so may cause ink to leak from the product because it may take some time for the waste ink pads to completely absorb ink wasted due to the ink charge.
9. Never touch the ink or wasted ink with bare hands. If ink comes into contact with your skin, wash it off with soap and water immediately. If you have a skin irritation, consult a doctor immediately.
10. When disassembling or assembling this product, make sure to wear gloves to avoid injuries from metal parts with sharp edges.
11. Use only recommended tools for disassembling, assembling or adjusting the printer.
12. Observe the specified torque when tightening screws.
13. Be extremely careful not to scratch or contaminate the following parts.
Nozzle plate of the printhead
  CR ScalePF ScaleASF ScaleCoated surface of the PF RollerGearsRollersLCDScanner SensorExterior parts
14. Never use oil or grease other than those specified in this manual. Use of different types of oil or grease may damage the component or give bad influence on the printer function.
15. Apply the specified amount of grease described in this manua l .
16. Make the specified adjustments when you disassemble the printer.
17. When cleaning this product, follow the procedure described in this manual.
18. When transporting this product after filling the ink in the printhead, pack the printer without removing the ink cartridges in order to prevent the printhead from drying out.
19. Make sure to install antivirus software in the computers used for the service support activities.
20. Keep the virus pattern file of antivirus software up-to-date.
21. When disassembling/reassembling this product, if you find adhesive power of the double-sided tape which secure the parts or FFC is not enough, replace the tape with new one and attach it correctly to the specified points where the parts or FFC should be secured.
22. Unless otherwise specified in this manual, the labels attached on the returned product should be transferred to the corresponding attachment positions on the new one referring to the labels on the returned product.
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About This Manual
This manual, consists of the following chapters, is intended for repair service personnel and includes information necessary for properly performing maintenance and servicing the product.
CHAPTER 1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS
Provides a general overview and specifications of the product.
CHAPTER 2. OPERATING PRINCIPLES
Describes the theory of mechanical operations of the product.
CHAPTER 3. TROUBLESHOOTING
Describes the step-by-step procedures for the troubleshooting.
CHAPTER 4. DISASSEMBLY / REASSEMBLY
Describes the disassembly/reassembly procedures for main parts/units of the product.
CHAPTER 5. ADJUSTMENT
Describes the required adjustments for servicing the product.
CHAPTER 6. MAINTENANCE
Describes maintenance items and procedures for servicing the product.
Symbols Used in this Manual
Various symbols are used throughout this manual either to provide additional information on a specific topic or to warn of possible danger present during a procedure or an action. Pay attention to all symbols when they are used, and always read explanation thoroughly and follow the instructions.
Indicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice or condition that, if not strictly observed, could result in serious injury or loss of life.
Indicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice, or condition that, if not strictly observed, could result in bodily injury, damage or malfunction of equipment.
May indicate an operating or maintenance procedure, practice or condition that is necessary to accomplish a task efficiently. It may also provide additional information that is related to a specific subject, or comment on the results achieved through a previous action.
For Chapter 4 “Disassembly/Reassembly”, symbols other than indicated above are used to show additional information for disassembly/reassembly. For the details on those symbols, see "4.2 Disassembly/Reassembly
Procedures (p58)".
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Revision Status
Revision Date of Issue Description
A June 17, 2011 First Release B March 12, 2013 Revised Contents
All Chapter
Description about WP-4590/WP-4090 has been added.
Chapter 1
Description about WP-4590/WP-4090 has been added in " Differences between the
Models (p10)".
Description about WP-4590/WP-4090 has been added in " Dimensions (p11)".
Chapter 3
Description about WP-4590/WP-4090 has been added in " Error Message List (p41)".
Chapter 4
Part code has been added in " Jigs (p57)".Description about WP-4590/WP-4090 has been added in " Parts/Units whose
Configuration is Different between Models (p60)".
Made change for description in " Ink Supply Unit (p72)".Description about " PCL Sub Board (p65)"has been added in Disassembly Flowchart.Added Description of " PCL Sub Board( WP-4590/4090 series ) (p71)".Description about WP4590/WP-4090 has been added in " Connector Diagram (p81)".
Chapter 5
Part code has been added in " Ink Leak Check (p101)".
C November 7, 2013 Revised Contents
Chapter 5
Made change for description in "5.2.1 PF Timing Belt Tension Check (p88)".Made change for description in "5.2.2 Rear ASF Timing Belt Tension Check (p89)".
D April 9 , 2014 Revised Contents
Chapter 5
Made change for description in "5.2.2 Rear ASF Timing Belt Tension Check (p89)".Made change for description in "5.2.7 Ink Leak Check (p101)".
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Contents
Chapter 1 Product description
1.1 Features ................................................................................................................................................................... 10
1.2 Printing Specifications ............................................................................................................................................ 12
1.2.1 Basic Specifications........................................................................................................................................ 12
1.3 Scanner Specifications (WP-4590/4540/4530/4520/4510 series only)................................................................... 13
1.3.1 Basic Specifications........................................................................................................................................ 13
1.4 Control Panel........................................................................................................................................................... 14
1.4.1 O peration Buttons & LEDs ............................................................................................................................ 14
1.4.2 LEDs and LCD Indications ............................................................................................................................ 17
1.5 Various Settings ............................................................................................................ .......................................... 22
1.5.1 Panel Operation .............................................................................................................................................. 22
1.5.1.1 Setup Menu Configuration (WP-4590/4540/4530/4520/4510 series only)........................................... 22
1.5.1.2 Panel Operation Lock Setting (WP-4590/4540/4530/4520/4510 series only) ...................................... 23
1.5.1.3 Forced Power OFF................................................................................................................................. 24
1.5.1.4 Printer Status Sheet................................................................................................................................ 24
Chapter 2 Operating Principles
2.1 O verview ................................................................................................................................................................. 26
2.2 Printhead.................................................................................................................................................................. 26
2.3 Motors and Sensors ................................................................................................................................................ 27
2.4 Optical Sensor Control........................... ......................................................................... ........................................ 30
2.5 Ink Supply Mechanism............................................................................................................................................ 31
2.6 Ink System Mechanism ........................................................................................................................................... 32
2.7 Power-On Sequence ................................................................................................................................................ 33
Chapter 3 Troubleshooting
3.1 Troubleshooting....................................................................................................................................................... 41
3.1.1 Error Message List....................................... ................................................................................................... 41
3.1.2 Troubleshooting Workflow ............................................................................................................................ 44
3.1.3 Fatal Error Code ............................................................................................................................................. 46
3.1.4 FAX Troubleshooting (WP-4590/4540/4530/4520 seri es only) .................................................................... 49
3.1.4.1 FAX Log ................................................................................................................................................ 49
3.1.4.2 Error Code/Superficial Phenomenon-Based Troubleshooting .............................................................. 54
Chapter 4 Disassembly/Reassembly
4.1 O verview ................................................................................................................................................................. 57
4.1.1 Tools ............................................................................................................................................................... 57
4.1.2 Jigs .................................................................................................................................................................. 57
4.2 D isassembly/Reassembly Procedures ..................................................................................................................... 58
4.2.1 Caution when Replacing the Printhead/Ink Supply Unit................................................................................ 58
4.2.2 Parts/Units Need to be Removed in Advance ................................................................................................ 59
4.2.3 Disassembly Flowchart................................................................................................................................... 60
4.2.3.1 Parts/Units whose Configuration is Different between Models in the Flowchart ................................. 60
4.2.3.2 Exterior Parts ......................................................................................................................................... 62
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4.2.3.3 Printer Mechanism.................................... ..................................... ........................................................ 64
4.2.3.4 Printhead/Ink Supply Unit ..................................................................................................................... 66
4.2.3.5 2nd Cassette Unit ................................................................................................................................... 67
4.3 Detailed Disassembly/Reassembly Procedure for each Part/Unit........................................................................... 68
4.4 Routing FFCs/cables ............................................................................................................................................... 77
4.5 Connector ................................................................................................................................................................ 81
Chapter 5 Adjustment
5.1 Required Adjustments ............................................................................................................................................. 83
5.2 D etails of Adjustments ............................................................................................................................................ 88
5.2.1 PF Timing Belt Tension Check ...................................................................................................................... 88
5.2.2 Rear ASF Timing Belt Tension Check........................................................................................................... 89
5.2.3 PG Adjustment ............................................................................................................................................... 90
5.2.4 Checking the Platen Gap ................................................................................................................................ 96
5.2.5 MAC Address Setting............................................................................... ...................................................... 97
5.2.6 Touch Panel Adjustment (WP-4540 series only) ........................................................................................... 98
5.2.7 Ink Leak Check........................................................................................................................ ..................... 101
Chapter 6 Maintenance
6.1 O verview ................................................................................................................................................... ............ 105
6.1.1 Cleaning........................................................................................................................................................ 105
6.1.2 Lubrication.................................................................................................................................................... 105
6.2 Lubrication Points and Instructions......................................................................................... .............................. 106
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CHAPTER 1

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

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1.1 Features

In this manual, the product name is abbreviated to such as “WP-4510 series”, however, the last digit of the actual name may differ. Identify your product with the first three digits and refer to the appropriate sections in this manual.
WP-4590/4540/4530/4520/4510/4090/4020/4010 series are color inkjet printers that achieve high quality and high speed printing with a new printer mechanism. The main features are as follows.
Common futures
Printer
Maximum print speed: 16 ppm (A4, monochrome, draft printing mode)
F7-Mach Turbo 2 Printhead (Black: 152 nozzles x 4, Color: 152 nozzles x 1 per color)
Maximum print resolution: 4800 x 1200 dpi
Duplex printing available using the Duplex Unit that can be removed/installed by users
Equipped with a panel operation lock function that improves security
Auto switching for paper trays
The paper tray to use is automatically selected from the 1st cassette, 2nd cassette* or the Rear MP Tray (rear ASF) depending on the paper size
Four newly developed independent ink cartridges are installed (pigment inks)
Borderless printing is not available
Consumables
Maintenance box (the user can replace the waste ink pad when maintenance error occurs)
Note"*": When the optional 2nd cassette is installed for WP-4590/4530/4520/4510/4090/4020/4010 series.
Differences between the models
WP-4590/4540/4530/4520/4510/4090/4020/4010 series are different as shown below.
Table 1-1. Differences between the Models
Item
LCD display size 2.5 inch 3.5 inch 2.5 inch 2.5 inch 2.5 inch --- --- --­Panel operation Button Touch panel Button Button Button Button Button Button Scanner Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes --- --- --­ADF Yes Yes Yes Yes --- --- --- --­Copy Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes --- --- --­USB host Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes --- --- --­FAX Yes Yes Yes Yes --- --- --- --­Wi-Fi --- Yes Yes --- --- --- Yes --­PCL Yes --- --- --- --- Yes --- --­2nd cassette Option Yes Option Option Option Option Option Option
WP-4590
series
WP-4540
series
WP-4530
series
WP-4520
series
WP-4510
series
WP-4090
series
WP-4020
series
WP-4010
series
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WP-4540 series
WP-4590 series/WP-4530 series/WP-4520 series
WP-4510 series
WP-4090 series/WP-4020 series/WP-4010 series
Figure 1-1. External View
Table 1-2. Dimensions
Model Dimensions (W x D x H)
WP-4540 series 461.0 mm x 419.5 mm x 420.0 mm 16.50 kg WP-4590 series WP-4530 series 11.20 kg WP-4520 series 13.77 kg WP-4510 series 460.0 mm x 419.5 mm x 298.5 mm 12.60 kg WP-4090 series WP-4020 series 10.90 kg WP-4010 series 10.87 kg
Note *1: Paper support for rear ASF and stacker are closed. Rubber feet are included.
*2: Excluding the weight of ink cartridges and power cable.
460.0 mm x 419.5 mm x 340.9 mm
460.0 mm x 419.5 mm x 283.2 mm
*1
Weight
TBD
TBD
*2
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1.2 Printing Specifications

1.2.1 Basic Specifications

Table 1-3. Printer Specifications
Item Specification
Print method On-demand ink jet Nozzle configuration Black: 608 nozzles (152 nozzles x 4)
Color: 456 nozzles (152 nozzles x 1 per color) Color Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow Print direction Bi-directional minimum distance printing, Unidirectional printing Print resolution Horizontal x Vertical (dpi)
• 300 x 300
• 600 x 600
• 1200 x 600
Control code • ESC/P Raster command
• ESC/P-R (RGB) command
Input buffer size 132 KBytes Paper feed method Friction feed Paper feed amount
*1
• 1st cassette: 250 pages (plain paper), 30 pages (Legal)
• 2nd cassette
• Rear MP Tray (rear ASF): 80 pages (plain paper)
*2
: 250 pages (plain paper)
• 600 x 300
• 600 x 1200
• 4800 x 1200
Paper path • Front feed, front out
• Rear feed, front out
PF interval 0.01693 mm (1/1500 inch)
Note *1: For paper thickness: 0.10 mm, 75 g/m
*2: When the optional 2nd cassette is installed for WP-4590/4530/4520/4510/4090/4020/4010 series.
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1.3 Scanner Specifications (WP-4590/4540/4530/4520/4510 series only)

1.3.1 Basic Specifications

Table 1-4. Basic Specifications
Item Specification
Scanner type Flatbed, color Scanning method Moving carriage, stationary document Home position The rear left corner Photoelectric device CIS Light source LED Maximum document sizes A4 or US Letter Scanning range 8.5” x 11.7” (216 mm x 297 mm) Maximum resolution Main scan: 1,200 dpi
Sub scan: 2,400 dpi Maximum effective pixels 10,200 x 14,040 pixels (1200 dpi) Pixel depth Color 48 bit per pixel (input) and 24 bit per pixel (output)
Monochrome 16 bit per pixel (input) and 1 bit or 8 bit per pixel (output)
Table 1-5. ADF Specifications (WP-4590/4540/4530/4520 series only)
Item Specification
Document loading Face-up Maximum document sizes A4, US Letter or Legal Supported paper type Plain paper only Paper thickness 64 to 95 g/m Maximum number of documents which can be set 30 shee ts or 3 mm at max imum (A4, US Letter) / 10 sheets (Legal) Document path Feeds from upper tray and ejects to lower tray Document set position Rear
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WP-4540 series
WP-4590 series/WP-4530 series/WP-4520 series
/WP-4090 seriesWP-4020 series/WP-4010 series
WP-4510 series
Note 1: The WiFi logo on the control panel is for WP-4540/4530/4020 series only.
2: WP-4090/4010 series do not have the WiFi button.
Touch panel
LCD
LCD

1.4 Control Panel

1.4.1 Operation Buttons & LEDs

The operation buttons, touch panel (WP-4540 series only), LEDs, and LCD are sho wn below. See Table 1-6 and
Table 1-7 for the functions.
Figure 1-2. Control Panel
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The available buttons and LEDs differ between models. Refer to Figure1-2 for available buttons and LEDs for your model.
Table 1-6. Operation Buttons, LEDs and LCD (WP-4590/4540/4530/4520/4510 series)
Item Icon Name Function
LCD Indicates the printer status, error, and menu screen. Button/
touch panel
Power Turns the power on/off. Copy Enters copy mode. Scan Enters scan mode. Fax Enters fax mode. Auto Answer Turns on/off auto answer mode.
Redial/Pause
• Displays the last number dialed.
• Inserts a pause symbol (-) when entering numbers in fax mode.
Speed Dial Displays speed dial/group dial list in fax mode. Setup Enters setup mode. Help Displays help for solutions to problems.
*1
Arrows
Shows next or previous menus.
• Selects menus.
Arrows
*2
• Specifies the number of copies.
• Moves the cursor in fax mode.
OK Activates the setting you have selected. Menu Displays detailed settings for each mode. Back Cancels/returns to the previous menu.
• Specifies the date/time
-
,
,
Ten key
• Specifies the number of copies
• Specifies fax numbers
Stop/Reset Stops printing/copying/scanning/faxing or resets the setting.
(
(
Start (B&W) Starts copying/scanning/faxing in black and white.
(
(
Start (Color) Starts copying/scanning/faxing in color.
LED
Power
• Lights when the printer is on.
• Flashes when the printer is in process.
Error On when error has occurred. Network Indicates the network connection status. Auto Answer On when the fax is in auto answer mode.
Note : See "1.4.2 LEDs and LCD Indications (p17)" for more details about the LCD. Note *1: WP-4540 series only.
*2: WP-4590/4530/4520/4510 series only.
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Table 1-7. Operation Buttons, LEDs (WP-4090/4020/4010 series)
Item Icon Name Function
Button Power Turns the power on/off.
Network status sheet Prints a network status sheet. Wi-Fi Configures the wireless network.
Paper feed/eject
Head cleaning (monochrome) Starts head cleaning (black only). Head cleaning (color) Starts head cleaning (all except black). Cancel Cancels printing during a print job.
LED
Note : See "1.4.2 LEDs and LCD Indications (p17)" for more details about the LEDs. Note *: The corresponding color LED is indicated.
Power
Network Indicates the network connection status. Maintenance box Indicates error status for maintenance box. Paper Indicates error status for paper.
*
Ink
• Loads or ejects paper.
• Resumes printing after a paper out error, multiple page feed error.
• Lights when the printer is on.
• Flashes when the printer is in process.
Indicates error status for ink.
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1.4.2 LEDs and LCD Indications

Table 1-8. LEDs and LCD Indications
Operating
Status
Printer fatal error
Scanner fatal
*3
error
ADF fatal
*4
error
Fax error
WP-4090/4020/4010 series
WP-4590/4540/4530/4520/4510
series
LED status
*2
Power Wi-Fi*1Ethernet
Mainte-
nance
box
Paper
Ink
(BK/C/
M/Y)
LCD message
Printer error. Turn power off and then on again. For details, see your documentation or visit Epson.com.
Flash at
high
speed
Flash at
high
speed
Flash at
high
speed
Flash at
high
speed
Flash at
high
speed
Flash at
high
speed
Paper jam inside, in back, or in ADF. Press [OK] to see to see how to remove jammed paper.
Remove while and orange transportation locks by following instructions.
Scanner error. Turn power off and
--- --- --- --- --- ---
then on again. If the error is not fixed, visit Epson.com for technical support.
--- --- --- --- --- ---
*4
--- --- --- --- --- ---
Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) error.
Fax error. Turn power off and then on again.
Maintenance box full
Maintenance box CSIC error
Flash
Flash
No maintenance
Flash
box error Paper jam
*7
error
Flash
Paper jam error (front cover
*7
open)
Flash
Paper out error Flash
Paper out error (front cover
Flash
open) No paper
cassette error
Flash
*5
--- --- ON --- ---
*5
--- --- ON --- ---
*5
--- --- ON --- ---
*5
--- --- --- Flash ---
*5
--- --- --- Flash ---
*5
--- --- --- ON ---
*5
--- --- --- ON ---
*5
--- --- --- ON ---
Maintenance box is at the end of its service life. You need to replace it. <Maintenance Box> XXXXX
*6
Cannot recognize maintenance box. Install it correctly. <Maintenance Box> XXXXX
*6
Cannot recognize maintenance box. Install it correctly. <Maintenance Box> XXXXX
*6
Paper jam. Press OK to see how to remove jammed paper.
Paper jam. Press OK to see how to remove jammed paper.
Paper out or paper jam. Check paper size and load paper in paper cassette XX*6.
Paper out or paper jam. Check paper size and load paper in rear MP tray.
*6
Load Cassette XX
(
press or .
(
correctly and
(
(
Multi-feed error
Paper length mismatch error for duplex
Flash
Flash
*5
--- --- --- ON ---
*5
--- --- --- ON ---
Multi-page feed error. Remove and reload the paper, then press
(
(
(
or .
(
Incorrect paper size detected. Load correct paper size and press
(
or .
(
(
(
printing
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Table 1-8. LEDs and LCD Indications
Operating
Status
Paper size mismatch error
Flash
Printer/printer driver
Flash
mismatch error Front cover
open error
Ink end error Flash
Ink cartridge detection error
Flash
Ink cartridge detection error (non-Epson
Flash
cartridge)
WP-4090/4020/4010 series
LED status
Power Wi-Fi*1Ethernet
*5
--- --- --- ON ---
*5
--- --- ---
Mainte-
nance
box
Paper
Flash at
high
speed
Ink
(BK/C/
M/Y)
Flash at
high
speed
Flash --- --- --- Flash2 ---
*5
--- --- --- ---
*5
--- --- --- ---
*5
--- --- --- ---
Flash/
ON
Flash/
ON
Flash/
ON
WP-4590/4540/4530/4520/4510
series
LCD message
No paper source matches paper size setting. Load appropriate paper in Rear MP Tray. Press
(
(
(
or .
(
Error. Press .
Front cover is open.
You need to replace the following ink cartridge(s).
*8
<Ink Cartridges> XXX Cannot recognize the following
cartridge(s). Try installing them
*8
again. <Ink Cartridges> XXX Ink cartridge is not recognized.
Please replace the cartridge.
*8
<Ink Cartridges> XXX
*2
*6
*6
*6
No ink cartridge error
Starting initialization (starting initial filling of ink)
Initializing (during initial filling of ink)
Requiring ink cartridges for initial filling
Checking ink cartridges
Drying 1st side (printing from PC)
Printing (PC) Printing nozzle
check pattern
The cartridge is installed
Flash
*5
--- --- --- ---
Flash/
ON
incorrectly. Press it until it clicks
*8
into place. <Ink Cartridges> XXX
Install ink cartridges that came
Flash --- --- --- --- ---
with this product. Close front cover. Initialization starts.
Initializing. Please wait... Do not open
Flash --- --- --- --- ---
front cover and do not turn power off until initialization completes. This takes about 12 minutes.
Open front cover and replace
Flash --- --- --- --- ---
Flash --- --- --- --- ---
cartridge(s).
Checking the ink cartridges...
Printing 2-sided document. Do not
Flash --- --- --- --- ---
touch the paper in the output tray until printing is complete.
Flash --- --- --- --- --- Printing...
Flash --- --- --- --- ---
Printing...
*6
Printing printer status sheet
Printing (UPNP)
Flash --- --- --- --- ---
Flash Flash Flash --- --- --- Printing...
Printing...
Receiving data Flash Flash Flash --- --- --- Receiving data...
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Table 1-8. LEDs and LCD Indications
Operating
WP-4590/4540/4530/4520/4510
Status
WP-4090/4020/4010 series
LED status
Power Wi-Fi*1Ethernet
Mainte-
nance
box
Paper
Ink
(BK/C/
M/Y)
Canceling Flash --- --- --- --- --- Canceling...
Cleaning (PC) Flash --- --- --- --- ---
Print head cleaning
Flash --- --- --- --- ---
Canceling nozzle check
Flash --- --- --- --- ---
Cleaning print head. Please wait... Do not open front cover.
Cleaning print head. Please wait... Do not open front cover.
Canceling...
pattern print Canceling
printer status
Flash --- --- --- --- ---
Canceling...
sheet print Initializing
network Waiting for
network
Flash
Flash
*5
*5
Alternate
Flash2
Alternate
Flash1
--- --- ---
--- --- --- --- --- ---
Processing... Please wait.
initialization
series
LCD message
*2
Network initialization (LED ON)
Network initialization (LED OFF)
Configuring wireless
*9
LAN
Configuring PINCODE
*9
Preparing to update firmware (cancel)
Updating firmware
Preparing to update firmware
Canceling firmware update
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
*5
ON
ON to
flash
*5
ON
*5
ON
*5
*5
ON ON --- --- --- ---
OFF OFF --- --- --- ---
Alternate
Flash2
Simulta-
neous
Flash
Simulta-
neous
Flash
Alternate
Flash1
Simulta-
neous Flash
Simulta-
neous Flash
--- --- ---
--- --- ---
--- --- ---
Establishing a Wi-Fi connection with Push-Button mode...
Establishing a Wi-Fi connection with WPS PIN code mode...
PIN Code XXXXXXXX Preparing to update...
Updating firmware... Do not turn
OFFOFFOFFOFFOFF
power off. It turns off and on automatically when complete.
Simulta-
neous
Flash
Simulta-
neous
Flash
Simulta-
neous Flash
Simulta-
neous Flash
Preparing to update...
--- --- ---
Canceling...
--- --- ---
*10
Powering OFF
Flash at
high
--- --- --- --- ---
Turning off...
speed
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Table 1-8. LEDs and LCD Indications
WP-4590/4540/4530/4520/4510
series
LCD message
Restarting product from other device...
Operating
Status
Resetting
WP-4090/4020/4010 series
LED status
Power Wi-Fi*1Ethernet
Flash at
high
--- --- --- --- ---
Mainte-
nance
box
Paper
Ink
(BK/C/
M/Y)
speed
Powering ON Flash
Feeding a paper (load/eject)
Flash --- --- --- --- --- ---
Alternate
Flash2
Alternate
Flash1
--- --- --- ---
Standby No error ON --- --- --- --- --- ---
Maintenance box near full
ON
Ink level low ON Front cover
open error
Maintenance box full
Flash --- --- --- Flash2 ---
ON
*5
*5
*5
--- --- Flash --- ---
--- --- --- --- Flash
--- --- ON --- ---
Maintenance box is nearing end of its service life.
*8
Ink low. Front cover is open.
Maintenance box is at the end of its service life. You need to replace it. <Maintenance Box> XXXXX
*2
*6
Maintenance box CSIC error
ON
No maintenance
ON
box error
Ink end error ON
No ink cartridge error
Ink cartridge detection error
ON
ON
Ink cartridge detection error (non-Epson
ON cartridge) Access point
setting error (security information exchange)
*9
ON ---
*5
*5
*5
--- --- ON --- ---
--- --- ON --- ---
--- --- --- --- ON
Cannot recognize maintenance box. Install it correctly. <Maintenance Box> XXXXX
Cannot recognize maintenance box. Install it correctly. <Maintenance Box> XXXXX
You need to replace the following
*8
ink cartridge(s). <Ink Cartridges> XXX
*6
*6
*6
The cartridge is installed
*5
*5
--- --- --- --- ON
--- --- --- --- ON
incorrectly. Press it until it clicks
*8
into place. <Ink Cartridges> XXX
Cannot recognize the following
*8
cartridge(s). Try installing them again. <Ink Cartridges> XXX
*6
*6
Ink cartridge is not recognized.
*5
--- --- --- --- ON
Please replace the cartridge.
*8
<Ink Cartridges> XXX
*6
Security error while setting Wi-Fi
Flash at
high
--- --- ---
with your access point. Try again.
speed
Access point setting error (general)
*9
ON --- Flash --- --- ---
Error while setting Wi-Fi with your access point. Try again.
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Table 1-8. LEDs and LCD Indications
WP-4590/4540/4530/4520/4510
series
LCD message
Registration error. The access point is busy. Try
again. PIN code authentication error.
Make sure the PIN code is correct.
The Wi-Fi/network connection failed.
Print the check report? The Wi-Fi/network connection
failed. Print the check report?
Standby
Status
Access point setting error (registration)
Access point setting error (PINCODE authentication)
Wireless LAN connection
*9
error Network
connection time out error
WP-4090/4020/4010 series
LED status
Mainte-
Power Wi-Fi*1Ethernet
nance
Paper
box
*9
ON --- Flash --- --- ---
Ink
(BK/C/
M/Y)
ON --- Flash --- --- ---
*9
ON --- Flash --- --- ---
ON --- Flash --- --- ---
*9
Note : -- No change
Flash: turns on and off at intervals of 1.25 seconds. Flash 2: On for 0.5 sec., Off for 0.5 sec., On for 0.5 sec. and Off for 1.0 sec. Flash at high speed: turns on and off at intervals of 0.5 seconds. Simultaneous Flash: same as “Flash” Alternate flash 1: same as “Flash” Alternate flash 2: turns on and off at intervals of 1.25 seconds.
Note *1: WP-4020 series only
*2: The message WP-4540 series indicates is different but the meaning is the same. *3: WP-4590/4540/4530/4520/4510 series only *4: WP-4590/4540/4530/4520 series only *5: Flashes if the status arises when printing starts or when the printer starts up, but lights if the status arises when printing is
complete. *6: The corresponding maintenance box, ink cartridge product number or cassette number is indicated. *7: Occurs in any paper path. *8: The corresponding ink LED flashes after the ink falls in the ink low status, and lights when it reaches the ink end status. *9: WP-4540/4530/4020 series only *10: The corresponding PIN number is indicated.
*2
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1.5 Various Settings

1.5.1 Panel Operation

1.5.1.1 Setup Menu Configuration (WP-4590/4540/4530/4520/4510 series only)
The following explains the setup menu structure and the outline of the menu functions.
Table 1-9. Menu Configuration
Menu Description
Setup Ink Levels --- Displays the status of ink cartridges and maintenance box.
Maintenance Nozzle Check Prints a nozzle check pattern.
Head Cleaning Runs a print head cleaning. Head Alignment Adjusts the alignment of the printhead.
*
Printer Setup Paper Size Loaded Selects the paper size (1st cassette/2nd cassette
Thick Paper Turn this on when printing on thick paper. Dry Time Sets the dry time when duplex printing. Sound Turns the sound on/off. Date/Time Selects display format for data/time. Daylight Saving Time Selects daylight saving time. Country/Region Selects country/region. Language Selects the language displayed on the LCD. Paper Size Notice Checks the paper size and selects whether to alert users when an
error occurs (Off/On).
Wi-Fi/Network Settings
File Sharing Setup USB
Fax Settings Send Settings Configures fax send settings.
Print Status Sheet --- Prints a printer status sheet. Lock Settings On
Restore Default Settings
Wi-Fi Setup Selects a connection method for wireless LAN. Manual Wi-Fi/Network Setup Wi-Fi/Network Connection
Check Confirm Wi-Fi/Network
Settings
Wi-Fi/Network
Receive Settings Configures fax receive settings. Communication Configures the details of the fax communication. Check Fax Connection Prints the fax connection settings.
(“Off” when panel operation is locked)
Change Password Changes the password. (See "1.5.1.2 Panel Operation Lock
Fax Send/Receive Settings Initializes the fax send/receive settings. Fax Data Settings Deletes the fax data settings. Wi-Fi/Network Setting Initializes the Wi-Fi/network settings. All except Wi-Fi/Network &
Fax Settings All Settings Initiali ze s the all settings.
Configures the connection setting for manual setup.
• Checks the network connection status.
• Prints the connection check result.
• Displays the network information.
• Prints a network status sheet.
Sets the access priority when accessing the storage dev ice connected to the USB host port to USB or Wi-Fi/Network.
Changes the setting of the panel operation lock. (See "1.5.1.2
Panel Operation Lock Setting (WP-4590/4540/4530/4520/4510 series only) (p23)".)
Setting (WP-4590/4540/4530/4520/4510 series only) (p23)".)
Initializes the settings except Wi-Fi/network/fax settings.
/Rear MP Tray).
Note : The setting items for Wi-Fi is for WP-4540/4530 series only. Note *: When the optional 2nd cassette is installed for WP-4590/4530/4520/4510/4090/4020/4010 series.
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1.5.1.2 Panel Operation Lock Setting (WP-4590/4540/4530/4520/4510 series only)
For WP-4590/4540/4530/4520/4510 series, the panel operation for the following can be locked after setting the password.
The same password is also required when configuring the printer settings through
EPSON NetConfig.
All settings will be initialized when resetting the password.
Table 1-10. Panel Operation Lock Setting
ON The password is required for the following settings.
• Lock settings
• Printer setup
• Wi-Fi/Network settings
• File sharing setup
• Restoration of individual settings such as network setting (except initializing the all settings)
OFF Entering the password is not required to go to the setting screen even the password is registered.
Password setting method
1. Select “Setup” - “Lock Settings” - “On”, and then press “OK”.
2. Enter the password, and then press “OK”.
3. To verify the password, enter the password again and press “OK”.
Table 1-11. Password Setting
Item
WP-4540 series WP-4590/4530/4520/4510 series
Digit of the password Within 1 to 20 Available characters Space, !”#$%&'()*+,-./, 0-9, ;<=>?@ A-Z, \]^_`, a-z, {|}~ Method Select characters with arrows or ten key. When a
password is already set, the following three password entries are required: “Enter Current Password”, “Enter New Password”, and “Verify New Password”.
Note 1: The password is not set when shipping from the factory.
2: If the entr ies “Enter New Password” a nd “Verify Ne w Password” are diffe rent, the message “Passw ord is in correct. Enter cor rect
password.” is displayed and the menu screen returns to the password entering screen.
3: If the entries up t o “Verify New Password” are com plete successfully, the change will be reflecte d and the LCD display returns to
the setup menu.
4: The password is stored on the EEPROM, and kept even the power is off.
Description
Select characters with the arrow buttons. When a password is already set, the following three password entries are required: “Enter Current Password”, “Enter New Password”, and “Verify New Password”.
Panel operation lock method
1. Select “Setup” - “Lock Settings” - “On”, and then press “OK”.
2. Enter the password, and then press “OK”.
3. When “Free access limited” displays, press “OK”. Then the panel lock setting becomes valid.
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Resetting the password/unlocking the panel operation lock
If you need to reset the password or unlock the panel operation because of forgetting the password and such, follow the steps below to reset them.
Resetting/unlocking method
1. Select “Setup” - “Restore Default Settings” - “All Settings”, and press “OK”.
2. When “Restore all settings to defaults” displays, select “Yes”. Settings after reset
Password: Not set
Panel operation lock: OFF
1.5.1.3 Forced Power OFF
For WP-4590/4540/4530/4520/4510/4090/4020/40 10 series, the power can be turned off forcibly by the following panel operation. If the power is turned off forcibly, the same process of the normal power-off is executed.
Operation method
1. Press the power button and then stop button, and hold down the buttons for seven seconds or more.
2. When the LCD display changes, release the buttons.
1.5.1.4 Printer Status Sheet
WP-4590/4540/4530/4520/4510/4090/4020/4010 series print the printer status sheet by the following operation.
Table 1-12. Status Sheet
Model Procedure
WP-4590/4540/4530/4520/4510 series
WP-4090/4020/4010 series Turn the power on while pressing the paper feed/eject button.
Note : When printing the network status sheet to check the network information, follow the procedure below.
WP-4590/4540/4530/4520/4510 series: Select “Wi-Fi/Network Settings” - “Confirm Wi-Fi/Network Settings”, and press or
WP-4090/4020/4010 series: Press the “network status sheet” button. (See
1. Press the setup button.
2. Select “Print Status Sheet” from the setup menu.
3. Press the start button.
(
(
.(See "1.5.1.1 Setup Menu Configuration (WP-4590/4540/4530/4520/4510 series only) (p22)".)
"1.4.1 Operation Buttons & LEDs (p14) "
(
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.)
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OPERATING PRINCIPLES

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A#3 A#2 A#1
A#152 A#151
A#150
B#152 B#151
B#150
B#3 B#2 B#1
C#3 C#2 C#1
C#152 C#151
C#150
D#152 D#151
D#150
D#3 D#2 D#1
E#3 E#2 E#1
E#152 E#151
E#150
F#152 F#151
F#150
F#3 F#2 F#1
G#3 G#2 G#1
G#152 G#151
G#150
0.169 mm
1/150 inch
5.9267 mm
(35/150 inch
2.3707 mm
(14/150 inch)
0.0423 mm 1/600 inch
0.0847 mm 1/300 inch
Black CyanMagenta
Yellow
Column A
Carriage movement direction
Paper feed direction
Column B
Column C
Column D
Column E
Column F Column G

2.1 Overview

In this manual, the product name is abbreviated to such as “WP-4510 series”, however, the last digit of the actual name may differ. Identify your product with the first three digits and refer to the appropriate sections in this manual.
This chapter describes the operating principles of WP-4590/4540/4530/4520/4510/4090/4020/4010 series printer mechanism.

2.2 Printhead

This section describes the printhead. Print method: On-demand inkjet
(F7-Mach Turbo 2)
Nozzle configuration
Color Bk, C, M, Y (4 colors) Number of nozzles 1064 nozzles (Bk: 152 nozzles x 4, C, M, Y: 152 nozzles per color) Nozzle pitch 0.169 mm (1/150 inch)
The nozzle layout as seen from behind the Printhead is shown below.
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Figure 2-1. Nozzle Layout
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A
Printhead
1
2
4
3
5
6
C
B

2.3 Motors and Sensors

The following table lists the motors and sensors of WP-4590/4540/4530/4520/4510/4090/4020/4010 series. Printer Mechanism
Table 2-1. List of Motors & Sensors (Printer Mechanism)
Mechanism Motor or Sensor No.
Printhead --­Carriage mechanism CR Motor A
CR Encoder 1 PW Sensor 2
Cover Open Sensor 3 Ink supply mechanism Decompress Pump Motor B Paper loading/feed mechanism PF Motor C
PF Encoder 4
PE Sensor 5
Paper Stopper Lever Sensor 6
Figure 2-2. Motors & Sensors (Printer Mechanism)
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1
A
A
1
2
3
Scanner (WP-4590/4540/4530/4520/4510 series only)
Table 2-2. List of Motors & Sensors (Scanner)
Mechanism Motor or Sensor No.
Scanner mechanism Scanner Motor A
CIS Unit 1
Figure 2-3. Motors & Sensors (Scanner)
ADF (WP-4590/4540/4530/4520 series only)
Table 2-3. List of Motors & Sensors (ADF)
Mechanism Motor or Sensor No.
ADF mechanism ADF Motor A
PE Sensor 1
Document Sensor 2
ADF Encoder 3
Figure 2-4. Motors & Sensors (ADF)
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A
1
2
2nd cassette This unit is installed for WP-4540 series, and option for WP-4590/4530/4520/4510/4090/4020/4010 series.
Table 2-4. List of Motors & Sensors (2nd Cassette)
Mechanism Motor or Sensor No.
2nd cassette ASF Motor A
Paper Stopper Lever Sensor 1
ASF Encoder 2
Figure 2-5. Motors & Sensors (2nd Cassette)
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PF MotorPF Timing Belt
Left side of Printer Mechanism
PF Encoder
With cover
Without cover (light-emitting
and receiving devices)
PF Encoder
Light passes
Light does not pass
PF Scale

2.4 Optical Sensor Control

WP-4590/4540/4530/4520/4510/4090/4020/4010 series uses the optical sensor to control itself. The following describes the operating principles of optical sensor control.
Control method To ensure accurate printing, each part must be controlled to make an adequate amount (time) of movement. The
optical sensors read the amount (time) of movements as follows to printer to control it for achieving accurate printing.
1. Rotates the motors for control of the printer, and transmits drive force to the each part via the gear or the timing belt.
2. The encoder reads the drive amount of each part from the scale one by one to printer to monitor that the part drives for an adequate amount (time).
Controlled parts The following table lists where the optical sensor control is used.
Table 2-5. Controlled Parts
Item Motor Scale Encoder Transmission method
Paper feed/load mechanism
PF Motor PF Scale PF Encoder
Front ASF mechanism
(1st cassette)
Rear ASF mechanism
Carriage mechanism CR Motor CR Scale CR Encoder CR Timing Belt Front ASF mechanism
(2nd cassette ADF mechanism
Note *1: Installed on WP-4540 series, and option for WP-4590/4530/4520/4510/4090/4020/4010 series.
*1
)
*2
*2: WP-4590/4540/4530/4520 series only.
ASF Motor ASF Scale ASF Encoder Gear
ADF Motor ADF Scale ADF Encoder Gear
Operating principles The following describes the paper feed mechanism drive control as an example of the actual operation for the
optical sensor. The PF scale consists of light-passing and light-blocking portions on its surface, and runs through the slit between
the encoder’s light-emitting and light-receiving devices. While the printer is operating, the encoder always emits light from light-emitting device toward the light-receiving device, and the ligh t-receiving dev ice detects light when the light is transmitted through the light-passing portion of the scale, and does not detect light when the light is blocked by the light-blocking portion of the scale. Accord ing to the counts of light-detected and non detected times, the printer controls paper feed drive direction and amount. When the encoder cannot read light-emitting/blocking counts correctly due to the misalignment, broken or contaminated scale, paper jam, foreign object and increasing a load, the fatal error occurs and the printer stops.
PF Timing BeltASF Timing Belt
Figure 2-6. PF Drive Control Section
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