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Setup Guide (paper)Provides you with information on setting up the product and installing the software.
Important Safety
Instruction Guide (paper)
User’s Guide (PDF, this
manual)
Network Guide (HTML)Provides network administrators with information on both the printer driver and network
Provides you with important safety instructions.
Provides you with detailed information on the product’s functions, optional products,
maintenance, troubleshooting, and technical specifications.
settings.
Available features for your product
Check what is available for your product.
WP-4511/
WP-4515
Print✓✓✓✓✓
Print (PS3/PCL)----✓
Copy✓✓✓✓✓
Scan to USB
Device, Scan to PC
✓✓✓✓✓
WP-4521/
WP-4525
WP-4530/
WP-4531/
WP-4535
WP-4540/
WP-4545
WP-4590/
WP-4595
Scan to Network
Folder/FTP, Scan to
Email
Fax-✓✓✓✓
ADF-✓✓✓✓
Ethernet✓✓✓✓✓
Wi-Fi--✓✓ -
* These functions are only supported by WP-4515/WP-4525/WP-4595.
✓ *✓ *- -✓ *
Note for WP-4590/WP-4595:
For PS3/PCL models, you need to download the software from the Epson’s website. Contact customer support in your region
for more details on obtaining the printer driver and system requirements such as supported operating systems.
Note for WP-4515/WP-4525/WP-4595:
If the Scan to Network Folder/FTP and Scan to Email functions are not displayed on the product’s control panel, you may
need to update the product’s firmware from the Epson website or Epson WebConfig. To access Epson WebConfig, see the
Network Guide.
The illustrations in this guide are from a similar product model. Although they may differ from your actual product,
the method of operation is the same.
Menu names used in this guide
Although the menus, setting items, or option names displayed on the LCD screen may differ from your actual product,
the method of operation is the same.
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes in this manual are indicated as below and have the following meaning.
Warnings
!
must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
Cautions
!
must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
Notes
contain important information and useful tips on the operation of the product.
Read all of the instructions in this section before using the product. Also, be sure to follow all warnings and instructions
marked on the product.
Setting up the product
Observe the following when setting up the product:
❏Do not block or cover the vents and openings in the product.
❏Use only the type of power source indicated on the product’s label.
❏Use only the power cord that comes with the product. Use of another cord may result in fire or electric shock.
❏The product’s power cord is for use with the product only. Use with other equipment may result in fire or electric
shock.
❏Be sure your AC power cord meets the relevant local safety standard.
❏Avoid using outlets on the same circuit as photocopiers or air control systems that regularly switch on and off.
❏Avoid electrical outlets controlled by wall switches or automatic timers.
❏Keep the entire computer system away from potential sources of electromagnetic interference, such as
loudspeakers or the base units of cordless telephones.
❏The power-supply cords should be placed to avoid abrasions, cuts, fraying, crimping, and kinking. Do not place
objects on top of the power-supply cords and do not allow the power-supply cords to be stepped on or run over. Be
particularly careful to keep all the power-supply cords straight at the ends and the points where they enter and
leave the transformer.
❏If you use an extension cord with the product, make sure that the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into
the extension cord does not exceed the cord’s ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total ampere rating of all
devices plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the wall outlet’s ampere rating.
❏Never disassemble, modify, or attempt to repair the power cord, printer unit, scanner unit, or options by yourself,
except as specifically explained in the product’s guides.
❏Unplug the product and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
The power cord or plug is damaged; liquid has entered the product; the product has been dropped or the casing
damaged; the product does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in performance. Do not adjust
controls that are not covered by the operating instructions.
❏If you plan to use the product in Germany, the building installation must be protected by a 10 or 16 amp circuit
breaker to provide adequate short-circuit protection and over-current protection for the product.
❏When connecting the product to a computer or other device with a cable, ensure the correct orientation of the
connectors. Each connector has only one correct orientation. Inserting a connector in the wrong orientation may
damage both devices connected by the cable.
❏If damage occurs to the plug, replace the cord set or consult a qualified electrician. If there are fuses in the plug,
make sure you replace them with fuses of the correct size and rating.
Choosing a place for the product
Observe the following when choosing a place for the product:
❏Place the product on a flat, stable surface that extends beyond the base of the product in all directions. If you place
the product by the wall, leave more than 10 cm between the back of the product and the wall. The product will not
operate properly if it is tilted at an angle.
❏When storing or transporting the product, avoid tilting it, placing it vertically, or turning it upside down;
otherwise ink may leak.
❏Allow spaces behind the product for the cables, and space above the product so that you can fully raise the
document cover.
❏Avoid places subject to rapid changes in temperature and humidity. Also, keep the product away from direct
sunlight, strong light, or heat sources.
❏Do not place or store the product outdoors, near excessive dirt or dust, water, heat sources, or in locations subject
to shocks, vibrations, high temperature or humidity. Do not use with wet hands.
❏Place the product near a wall outlet where the plug can be easily unplugged.
Using the product
Observe the following when using the product:
❏Do not insert objects through the slots in the product.
❏Take care not to spill liquid on the product.
❏Do not put your hand inside the product or touch the ink cartridges during printing.
❏Do not touch the white flat cable inside the product.
❏Do not use aerosol products that contain flammable gases inside or around the product. Doing so may cause
fire.
❏Do not move the print head by hand; otherwise, you may damage the product.
❏Always turn the product off using the P On button. Do not unplug the product or turn off the power at the outlet
until the LCD panel has turned off completely.
❏Before transporting the product, make sure that the print head is in the home (far right) position and the ink
cartridges are in place.
❏Leave the ink cartridges installed. Removing the cartridges can dry out the print head and may prevent the printer
from printing.
❏Be careful not to trap your fingers when closing the scanner unit.
❏If you are not going to use the product for a long period, be sure to unplug the power cord from the electrical
outlet.
❏Do not press too hard on the document table when placing the originals.
Using the product with a wireless connection
❏Do not use this product inside medical facilities or near medical equipment. Radio waves from this product may
adversely affect the operation of electrical medical equipment.
❏Keep this product at least 22 cm away from cardiac pacemakers. Radio waves from this product may adversely
affect the operation of cardiac pacemakers.
❏Do not use this product near automatically controlled devices such as automatic doors or fire alarms. Radio waves
from this product may adversely affect these devices, and could lead to accidents due to malfunction.
Handling ink cartridges
Observe the following when handling the ink cartridges:
❏Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children and do not drink.
❏If ink gets on your skin, wash it off with soap and water. If it gets in your eyes, flush them immediately with
water.
❏Before installing the new ink cartridge in the printer, shake it back and forth horizontally in five centimeter
movements about 15 times within five seconds.
❏Use the ink cartridge before the date printed on its package.
❏Use up the ink cartridge within six months of installation for best results.
❏Do not dismantle the ink cartridges or try to refill them. This could damage the print head.
❏Do not touch the green IC chip on the side of the cartridge. This may affect normal operation and printing.
❏The IC chip on this ink cartridge retains a variety of cartridge-related information, such as the ink cartridge status,
so that the cartridge may be removed and reinserted freely.
❏If you remove an ink cartridge for later use, protect the ink supply area from dirt and dust, and store it in the same
environment as this product. Note that there is a valve in the ink supply port, making covers or plugs unnecessary,
but care is needed to prevent the ink from staining items that the cartridge touches. Do not touch the ink supply
port or surrounding area.
Using the LCD screen
❏The LCD screen may contain a few small bright or dark spots, and because of its features it may have an uneven
brightness. These are normal and do not indicate that it is damaged in any way.
❏Only use a dry, soft cloth to clean the LCD screen. Do not use liquid or chemical cleansers.
❏If the LCD screen is damaged, contact your dealer. If the liquid crystal solution gets on your hands, wash them
thoroughly with soap and water. If the liquid crystal solution gets into your eyes, flush them immediately with
water. If discomfort or vision problems remain after a thorough flushing, see a doctor immediately.
Precautions on the touch panel
Press the touch panel with the tip of your finger. Do not press too hard or tap it with your nails.
Do not operate using sharp or pointed objects such as ball point pens, sharp pencils, and so on.
The cover of the touch panel is made of glass and could break if it receives a heavy impact. Contact Epson
support if the glass chips or cracks, and do not touch or attempt to remove the broken glass.
Restrictions on Copying
Observe the following restrictions in order to ensure the responsible and legal use of the product.
Copying of the following items is prohibited by law:
❏Bank bills, coins, government-issued marketable securities, government bond securities, and municipal securities
❏Unused postage stamps, pre-stamped postcards, and other official postal items bearing valid postage
❏Government-issued revenue stamps, and securities issued according to legal procedure
Exercise caution when copying the following items:
The illustrations in this section are from a similar product model. Although they may differ from your actual product, the
method of operation is the same.
a.ADF cover *
b.Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) *
c.Edge guide *
d.ADF input tray (place your originals here to be copied) *
e.ADF output tray (your originals are ejected here as they are copied) *
f.Paper cassette 1
g.Paper cassette 2 (optional)
* These parts are only available for the fax model.
Control panel design varies depending on location.
Note:
Although the menus, setting items, or option names displayed on the LCD screen may differ from your actual product, the
method of operation is the same.
For WP-4511/WP-4515/WP-4521/WP-4525/WP-4530/WP-4531/
WP-4535/WP-4590/WP-4595
Buttons, LCD, and lights
Button and LCD
ButtonsFunction
a
bKEnters fax mode.*1
c
drEnters copy mode.
e
f-LCD screen displays menus.
g
hOKActivates the setting you have selected.
i0 - 9, *, #Specifies the date/time or the number of copies, as well as fax numbers. Enters
P
l, u, r, dSelects menus. Use u and d to specify the number of copies. When typing a fax
Turns the printer on or off.
Enters scan mode.
Turns the Auto Answer mode on or off.*1
number, l acts as a backspace key, and r inserts a space.
alphanumeric characters and switches between uppercase, lowercase, and
numbers each time it is pressed. It may be easier to use the software keypad to enter
text instead of using these buttons.
*1 These buttons and their functions are only available for fax capable models.
*2 The fax functions are only available for fax capable models.
x
x
Displays the speed dial/group dial list in fax mode.*1
Displays the last number dialed. When entering numbers in fax mode, this inserts a
pause symbol (-) that acts as a brief pause during dialing.*1
Displays Help for solutions to problems.
Starts copying/scanning/faxing in black and white.*2
Starts copying/scanning/faxing in color.*2
Lights
LightsFunction
P
On when the product is on.
Flashes when the product is receiving data, printing/copying/scanning/faxing,
replacing an ink cartridge, charging ink, or cleaning the print head.
ErrorOn when an error has occurred.
Using the LCD screen
On when the fax is in Auto Answer mode.
See the Network Guide for more details. Wi-Fi is only available for Wi-Fi capable
models.
Press u or d to select the menu item. The highlight section moves up or down.
bDisplays the available buttons and functions.
c
Press l or r to set the density.
d
Press u or d to set the number of copies.
eThe ADF icon is displayed when there is a document loaded in the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF).
f
A virtual keyboard for entering text. Use the u, d, l, r buttons to select a character or button on the keyb oard,
and press OK to enter the character or use the selected button.
The keyboard buttons perform the following operations.
(backspace) deletes the character to the left of the cursor.
moves the cursor left or right within the text.
inserts a space.
When finished, select Done and then press OK.
For WP-4540/WP-4545
Buttons, LCD, and lights
Button and LCD
ButtonsFunction
a
bKEnters fax mode.
P
Turns the printer on or off.
c
drEnters copy mode.
e-LCD screen displays menus.
fFEnters setup mode.
gxDisplays detailed settings for each mode.
h0 - 9, *, #Specifies the date/time or the number of copies, as well as fax numbers.
Starts copying/scanning/faxing in black and white.
Starts copying/scanning/faxing in color.
Lights
LightsFunction
P
ErrorOn when an error has occurred.
On when the product is on.
Flashes when the product is receiving data, printing/copying/scanning/faxing,
replacing an ink cartridge, charging ink, or cleaning the print head.
On when the fax is in Auto Answer mode.
See the Network Guide for more details. Wi-Fi is only available for Wi-Fi capable
models.
Using the LCD screen
Function
a
Press l or r on the right side of the LCD screen to display the next or previous screen.
b
Press y Cancel to stop printing/copying/scanning/faxing.
c
The ADF icon is displayed when a document is placed in the Automatic Document Feeder.
You can achieve good results with most types of plain paper. However, coated papers provide superior prints because
they absorb less ink.
Epson provides special papers that are formulated for the ink used in Epson ink jet printers, and recommends these
papers to ensure high-quality results.
For more details on Epson special media, see “Ink and Paper” on page 192.
When loading special paper distributed by Epson, read the instruction sheets packed with the paper first and keep the
following points in mind.
Note:
❏Load the paper into the paper cassette printable side down. The printable side is usually whiter or glossier. See the
instruction sheets packed with the paper for more information. Some types of paper have cut corners to help identify the
correct loading direction.
❏If the paper is curled, flatten it or curl it slightly in the opposite direction before loading. Printing on curled paper may
cause ink to smear on your prints.
Selecting which tray to use and its loading capacities
Refer to the following table to select the paper cassette tray and its loading capacities according to the type and size of
the media you are using.
*1 Paper with a weight of 64 g/m² (17 lb) to 90 g/m² (24 lb).
*2 Paper with a weight of 91 g/m² (24 lb) to 256 g/m² (68 lb).
*3 Paper with a weight of 75 g/m² (20 lb) to 90 g/m² (24 lb).
*4 Paper with a weight of 80 g/m² (21 lb) to 100 g/m² (26 lb).
*5 The loading capacity for manual 2-sided printing is 30 sheets.
*6 The loading capacity for manual 2-sided printing is 1 sheet.
*7 The loading capacity for manual 2-sided printing is 5 sheets.
*8 The loading capacity for manual 2-sided printing is 20 sheets.
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Note:
The availability of paper varies by location.
Loading
capacity
(sheets) for
paper cassette
2
Loading
capacity
(sheets) for rear
MP tray
Storing paper
Return unused paper to the original package as soon as you finish printing. When handling special media, Epson
recommends storing your prints in a resealable plastic bag. Keep unused paper and prints away from high
temperature, humidity, and direct sunlight.
Loading Paper
Into the paper cassette
Follow these steps to load paper:
Note:
The illustrations in this section are from a similar product model. Although they may differ from your actual product, the
method of operation is the same.
When using Legal-size paper, extend the paper cassette as shown in the illustration.
Slide the edge guide to adjust to the paper size you will use.
C
Load paper toward the edge guide with printable side face down, and check that the paper is not sticking out
D
from the end of the cassette.
Note:
❏Fan and align the edges of the paper before loading.
❏For plain paper, do not load paper above the line just under the d arrow mark inside the edge guide. For Epson
special media, make sure the number of sheets is less than the limit specified for the media.
&“Selecting which tray to use and its loading capacities” on page 25