After you set up your XP-850 (see the Start Here sheet), turn to this Quick Guide and your
online User’s Guide for instructions on using your product.
English
FeaturesWhere to find information
Copy, scan, and fax from the easy-to-use touch
screen.
Easy networking—WiFi, Wi-Fi Direct, and
Ethernet
Process large documents with the 30-page
capacity Automatic Document Feeder
Print photos from a USB flash drive, external
hard drive, or CD burner.
Copy files to and from your computer with the
built-in memory card reader.
Print on card stock and other thick media using
the rear paper feed slot.
Print and scan from anywhere with EPSON
Connect
®
.
™
Solutions, and Google Cloud Print™.
Adjusting the Control Panel
See this Quick Guide for the basics.
See the online User’s Guide for details.
See the Start Here sheet and the online
User’s Guide.
See this Quick Guide for the basics.
See the online User’s Guide for details.
See the online User’s Guide for details.
See this Quick Guide for the basics.
See the online User’s Guide for details.
See www.epson.com/connect and the
online User’s Guide for details.
The control panel is adjustable. Raise or lower it to the desired angle as shown.
2 About Your Product
Using the Touch Screen
The touch screen makes it easy to use all the features of your product. To save energy, the
screen goes dark after several minutes of inactivity. Touch the screen to wake it up.
The touch screen displays only the buttons that are available for the task you are working
on.
1
Number Description
1Turns product on/off
2Returns to the Home menu
3LCD screen shows menus and status
4Use the arrow keys to navigate menus
5Shows wireless network status
6Opens the CD/DVD menu
7Cancels/returns to the previous menu
8Starts copying/printing/scanning/faxing
Caution: Press the touch screen gently with the tip of your finger; don’t press too hard
or use sharp objects.
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Tip: To turn off the “beep” heard when you press a button, or to reduce its volume,
press
Setup > Printer Setup > Sound and adjust one of the settings. If you turn off the
sound, the dialing sound made when you transmit a fax is also turned off.
Note: The light is green when the product is connected to a network. It flashes
when network settings are being adjusted (green for wireless and orange for wired).
For more information on the icons displayed on the screen, press l or r, then select Help
on the product’s touch screen.
About Your Product 3
Loading Paper
Your printer has two paper cassettes and a rear paper feed slot. You can load the following
paper sizes:
■Cassette 1 (upper cassette): 4 × 6- or 5 × 7-inch photo paper
■Cassette 2 (lower cassette): letter-size, A4, legal-size, 4 × 6-, 5 × 7-, or 8 × 10- inch
paper
■Rear paper feed slot: one sheet at a time
Rear paper feed slot
Cassette 1
Cassette 2
For details on loading paper in the lower cassette, see the Start Here sheet. To load paper in
the upper cassette or rear paper feed slot, follow the instructions in this section.
Loading Paper in Cassette 1 (Upper Cassette)
1.Open the front cover. If the output tray is open, close it before going to the next step.
(As you slide in the output tray, there may be slight resistance and noise. This is
normal.)
4 Loading Paper
2.Pull out the upper paper cassette.
Note: If you do not see the upper cassette, it may be pushed into the printer.
Remove the lower cassette, then carefully pull out the upper cassette.
3.Slide the edge guides outward.
4.Set the front edge guide to the paper size you are using. Then insert paper with the
glossy or printable side facedown. Make sure the paper is loaded against the front edge
guide.
Loading Paper 5
5.Slide the side edge guides against the paper, but not too tight. Make sure the paper is
under the tabs on the edge guides.
6.Keep the cassette flat as you insert it. Insert the cassette until the arrows on the right
side line up.
Loading Paper in the Rear Feed Slot
First, send your print job to the printer. Be sure to select Rear Paper Feed Slot for the
Source setting. (You can send the print job from a computer or by using the touch screen.)
Then follow the steps below to load paper in the rear paper feed slot.
1.Open the rear paper feed slot cover and pull up the paper support.
2.Slide the edge guides outward.
6 Loading Paper
3.Load a single sheet of paper with the printable side faceup at the center of the rear
paper feed slot. Slide the edge guides against the paper, but not too tight.
Note: Push paper down until it meets resistance (about 2 inches [5 cm]) of the
paper should be inside the printer as shown).
4.When you’re ready to print, press x.
To cancel printing, press y
Cancel.
Loading Paper 7
Using Special Papers
Epson offers a wide array of high quality papers, making it easy to maximize the impact of
your documents, photos, presentations, and creative projects.
You can purchase genuine EPSON ink and paper at EPSON
www.epson.com/ink3 (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). You can also
purchase supplies from an EPSON authorized reseller. To find the nearest one, call
800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766).
Paper nameSize
EPSON Bright White PaperLetter (8.5 × 11 inches
[216 × 279 mm])
EPSON Brochure & Flyer Paper
Matte Double-sided
EPSON Ultra Premium Presentation
Paper Matte
EPSON Premium Presentation
Paper Matte
EPSON Premium Presentation
Paper Matte Double-sided
EPSON Presentation Paper MatteLetter (8.5 × 11 inches
For additional paper loading instructions, see the Start Here sheet or online User’s Guide.
For best results:
■Fan and align the edges of the paper before loading.
■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.
■Load paper into the paper cassettes with the glossy or printable side facedown making
sure the paper is under the edge guides. Load paper in the rear feed slot with the
glossy or printable side faceup.
■Always load paper short edge first and make sure the paper stack fits under the edge
guides.
■Make sure the paper is loaded against the edge guide and not sticking out from the
end of the cassette.
■Do not load more than the recommended number of sheets.
Loading Paper 9
Placing Originals for Copying,
Scanning, or Faxing
Before you copy, scan, or fax, place your documents on the scanner glass or in the
Automatic Document Feeder (ADF). Place photos on the scanner glass only.
Using the Scanner Glass
You can place a photo or a document up to letter-size (or A4-size)
on the scanner glass.
1.Raise the document cover.
2.Place your original facedown on the scanner glass, with the
bottom against the front-right corner.
3.Close the cover gently to keep your original in place.
Using the Automatic Document Feeder
You can place up to 30 letter- or A4-size sheets (single- or double-sided), or 10 legal-size
sheets (single-sided only) in the ADF.
Caution: Make sure your originals are not creased or folded, and do not contain holes,
staples, tape, or other materials that could obstruct the feeder.
1.Open the ADF paper support, and then slide out the output tray extension.
10 Placing Originals for Copying, Scanning, or Faxing
2.Slide out the edge guide.
3.Fan the originals, then tap them on a flat surface to even the edges.
4.Insert the originals face up, top edge first. The
Note: If you’re using the Letter, 2-up Copy or A4, 2-up Copy layout, make sure the
originals are loaded as shown below.
ADF icon appears on the screen.
5.Slide the edge guide against the originals, but not too tight.
Placing Originals for Copying, Scanning, or Faxing 11
Copying a Document or Photo
Follow the steps in this section to make color or black-and-white copies.
You can copy documents just like on a copy machine. If you use the Automatic Document
Feeder (ADF), you can copy up to 30 sheets at a time.
1.Make sure paper is loaded in one of the paper cassettes (see page 4).
2.Place your original document on the scanner glass or in the ADF (see page 10).
Note: When you use the Copy function with originals loaded in the ADF, letter-size
paper is automatically selected for your printed copies. If you copy a legal-size
document, the image will be cropped. To copy a full legal-size document on lettersize paper, scroll down and select
3.Press if necessary, and select Copy. You see this
screen:
Reduce/Enlarge. Then select Legal->Letter.
4.Press
5.Select
6.Scroll down to view additional copy settings.
7.Select any settings as needed.
8.When you’re ready to copy, press x.
Note: When printing two-sided, if ink on the front of the paper smears, select a longer
Dry Time setting.
+ or – to select the number of copies you want
(up to 99). Or press the number
numeric keyboard, then select the number and press
Done.
Color or B&W (black-and-white).
Note: To clear previously used copy settings, scroll
down and select Clear All Settings. For more
information about copy settings, see your online
User’s Guide.
To cancel copying, press y
1 to display the
Cancel.
12 Copying a Document or Photo
Printing From a Memory Card
Your printer lets you print photos directly from your digital camera’s memory card; just
insert it into the memory card slot and you’re ready to print.
See the online User’s Guide for a list of compatible memory cards and instructions on
copying memory card files between your printer and a computer.
Inserting the Card
1.Make sure your printer is turned on.
2.Insert your card into the correct slot as
shown. Insert just one card at a time.
Caution: Do not force the card into the
slot; it won’t go in all the way. If your
memory card requires an adapter, attach
it before inserting the card into the slot.
Otherwise, the card might get stuck.
The memory card access light flashes, then stays lit. Now you can view your photos on the
LCD screen and print them (see page 14).
Memory card
access light
Removing the Card
After you finish printing your photos, follow these steps to remove the card:
1.Make sure the memory card access light is not flashing.
Caution: Do not remove the card or turn off your printer while the memory card
access light is flashing; you may lose data on the card.
2.If the printer is connected to your computer with a USB cable, do one of the
following before removing the memory card or turning off the printer:
■Windows:
Computer or Windows Explorer, and select
■Mac OS X: Drag the removable disk icon from your desktop into the trash.
3.Pull the card straight out of its slot.
Right-click the name of your card (removable disk) in Computer, My
Eject.
Printing From a Memory Card 13
Printing Photos From the LCD Screen
You can select individual photos for printing as you view them on the LCD screen. See the
online User’s Guide for instructions on printing various types of layout sheets and
personalized note paper.
1.Load several sheets of EPSON photo paper (various types available; see page 8).
2.Press if necessary, and select
3.Touch a photo on the screen to select it for printing.
Print Photos.
4.Press
5.To select another photo, press l or r to scroll through your photos, or press y and
6.To choose print settings, select
7.When you’re ready to print, press x.
+ or – to select the number of copies you want of
that photo.
To crop or zoom into a photo, select
Zoom
, then make your adjustments.
To adjust the photo image, select
Adjustments
select a thumbnail image.
print settings, as necessary.
To cancel printing, press y
, then make your adjustments.
Cancel.
Edit > Crop/
Edit > Photo
Settings. Then scroll down and change additional
14 Printing From a Memory Card
Printing From Your Computer
This section describes the basic steps for printing from a Windows® or Mac computer. For
detailed instructions on printing, including two-sided printing on plain paper or EPSON
Bright White Paper with the auto duplexer, see the online User’s Guide.
Printing in Windows
1.Select the print command in your application.
Select your EPSON
product
Click here to open
your printer software
2.Select your product, then click the
(If you see a
Properties on the next screen.)
Setup, Printer, or Options button, click it. Then click Preferences or
Preferences or Properties button.
Printing From Your Computer 15
3.On the Main tab, select the basic print settings. Make sure you choose the correct
paper
Source and Type setting for the paper you are using (see page 18 for details).
Select the type of document you’re
printing (choose
for pictures)
Photo
Select the
correct
Source
Select your
paper
Type
Select your
paper
Size
Photo or Best
Select your
document or photo
Orientation
Tip: For quick access to the most common settings, click the Shortcuts tab and
select one of the
Add/Remove button.
Printing Presets. You can create your own presets by clicking the
4.To resize your printout or select other print settings, click the Page Layout tab and
select settings as necessary.
5.For more printing options, click the
Advanced tab.
Note: For more information about print settings, click Help or see your online
User’s Guide.
6.Click OK to save your settings.
7.Click
OK or Print to start printing.
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Printing with Mac OS X
Follow the steps below to print from Mac OS X.
1.Open a photo or document in an application.
2.Open the
3.Select your EPSON product as the
File menu and select Print.
Printer setting.
Select your EPSON product
4.Click the arrow or
5.Select basic copy and page settings. For borderless printing, choose a
setting with a
Note: If the setting you want isn’t shown (for example, Scale), check for it in your
application before printing. Or select your application from the pop-up menu in this
window and check if the setting is available.
Show Details to expand the print window, if necessary.
Paper Size
Borderless option.
Copy and page
settings
Application
settings
Pop-up menu
Printing From Your Computer 17
6.Choose Print Settings from the pop-up menu, and select your Paper Source,
Media Type, Print Quality, and other print settings.
7.Choose any other printing options you may need from the pop-up menu. See the
online User’s Guide for details.
8.Click
Print.
9.To monitor your print job, click the printer icon in the Dock.
Selecting the Correct Paper Type
Select the correct Type (Windows) or Media Type (Mac OS X) setting in your printer
software. This tells your product what kind of paper you’re using, so the ink coverage can
be adjusted accordingly.
For this paperSelect this setting
Plain paper
EPSON Bright White Paper
EPSON Iron-on Cool Peel Transfer paper
EPSON Photo Quality Self-adhesive Sheets
EPSON Ultra Premium Photo Paper GlossyUltra Premium Photo Paper Glossy
EPSON Premium Photo Paper GlossyPremium Photo Paper Glossy
EPSON Photo Paper GlossyPhoto Paper Glossy
EPSON Presentation Paper MattePresentation Paper Matte
EPSON Premium Photo Paper Semi-glossPremium Photo Paper Semi-Gloss
EPSON Ultra Premium Photo Paper LusterUltra Premium Photo Paper Luster
EPSON Premium Presentation Paper Matte
EPSON Premium Presentation Paper Matte
Double-sided
EPSON Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte
EPSON Brochure & Flyer Paper Matte Double-sided
EnvelopesEnvelope
Plain Paper/Bright White Paper
Premium Presentation Paper Matte
18 Printing From Your Computer
Faxing a Document
Your product lets you send faxes by entering fax numbers or selecting entries from a speed
dial or group dial list. Using the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF), you can fax up to 30
pages at a time.
Note: You can also send and receive a fax from your computer using the FAX Utility.
For more information, see the online User’s Guide.
Breakdown or repair of this product may cause loss of fax data and settings. Epson is
not responsible for backing up or recovering data and settings during or after the
warranty period. We recommend that you make your own backup or print out your fax
data and settings.
This product allows you to store names, telephone numbers, and fax data in its
memory even when the power is turned off. Use the following procedure to erase the
memory if you give away or dispose of the product: Press if necessary, press
r to select Setup > Restore Default Settings > All Settings.This procedure will erase
all of your network settings and fax data.
Connecting a Phone or Answering Machine
l or
1.Connect the phone cable from the wall
jack to the
LINE port on the back of the
product.
Note: If you’re connecting the product
to a DSL phone line, you must plug a
DSL filter into the wall jack or you won’t
be able to use the fax or telephone
equipment. Contact your DSL provider
for the necessary filter.
2.To use a telephone or answering machine
on the same line, you need a second
phone cable. Remove the cap from the
EXT. port on the back of the product.
Connect one end of the cable to the
telephone or answering machine, and
connect the other end to the
Note: Set the printer ringer to answer
one ring after the answering machine.
EXT. port.
Telephone wall jack
Telephone wall jack
Faxing a Document 19
In Auto Answer mode, if the incoming call is a fax and you pick up the phone or the
answering machine answers, the product automatically begins receiving the fax. If the
other party is a caller, the phone can be used as normal or a message can be left on the
answering machine.
Note: Any phone or answering machine must be connected to the EXT. port for your
product to detect an incoming fax call when the phone is picked up. Epson cannot
guarantee compatibility with VoIP, cable phone systems, or fiberoptic digital services such
as FiOS™.
Setting Up Fax Features
Before sending or receiving faxes, you should create a fax header and select the number of
rings before the fax answers.
Note: To select other settings or use the FAX Utility, see the online User’s Guide.
Entering Fax Header Information
You should enter your name and phone number in the fax header before sending faxes so
that recipients can identify the origin of the fax.
Note: If you leave your product unplugged for a long period of time, the date and time
settings may get lost. See the online User’s Guide for instructions on resetting them.
Entering Your Sender Name
1.Press if necessary, then press l or r and select Setup.
2.Scroll down and select
3.Select
4.Scroll down and select
5.Select
6.Use the keypad to enter the header information. You
7.Press
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Communication.
Fax Header. You see the Fax Header screen.
can enter up to 40 characters or digits for your name
and other contact information.
To enter text, press a key repeatedly to cycle through
uppercase and lowercase letters, and numbers.
Done to return to the Header menu.
Fax Settings.
Header.
Entering Your Phone Number
1.Select Your Phone Number from the Header menu.
2.Use the keypad to enter your phone number, up to 20
digits. You don’t need to use dashes.
■To delete a character, press .
■To type the + symbol for an international
number, press #.
3.Press
Done to return to the Header menu.
Selecting the Number of Rings to Answer
If you connected an answering machine and it is set to pick up on the fourth ring, you
should set the product to pick up on the fifth ring or later. Otherwise, your answering
machine will not be able to pick up incoming calls.
1.Press if necessary, then press l or r and select
2.Scroll down and select
Fax Settings.
Setup.
3.Select
4.Press
Communication, then Rings to Answer.
+ or – to select the number of rings, then press Done.
Note: Set the fax to answer at least one ring after the answering machine.
Sending a Fax From the Control Panel
You can send a fax by manually entering a fax number, as described below.
Note: To dial the number using a telephone, by redialing, or by selecting from your
speed dial or group dial list, see the next section. To send a fax from your computer
using the FAX Utility, see your online User’s Guide.
1.Place your original(s) for faxing (see page 10).
2.Press if necessary, then select
To fax a two-sided document, place your document
in the ADF. Scroll down on the fax screen and select
2-sided Faxing, then select On.
3.Press
Enter Fax Number, then use the numeric
keypad to enter the fax number (up to 64 digits).
Then press
4.Scroll down and select
Done.
Color or B&W.
Fax.
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5.If necessary, scroll down and change any other fax settings.
6.Press x to begin scanning and faxing your document. (To cancel, press y
■You can select 2-Sided Faxing even if the recipient’s fax machine does not print
Cancel.)
2-sided.
■If the recipient’s fax machine prints only in black and white, your fax is
automatically sent in black and white even if you select
■If you are scanning with the ADF (see page 10), your document is automatically
Color.
scanned and faxed.
■If you placed your document on the scanner glass, you can scan additional pages
after the first one is sent.
■If the fax number is busy, you see a redialing message and the product redials
after one minute. To redial immediately, press
Note: If you turn off the product, the following data stored in the product’s temporary
memory will be lost: received faxes that haven’t yet been printed, faxes scheduled to
be sent later, and faxes being retransmitted automatically.
Redial.
Receiving Faxes
Before receiving faxes, make sure you load plain paper and select the correct settings for the
paper you’ve loaded.
1.Press if necessary, then press l or r and select
Setup.
2.Scroll down and select
3.Select
Receive Settings.
4.To receive faxes automatically, select
5.Select the
Note: If the incoming fax is larger than the paper you loaded, it is reduced to fit or
printed on multiple pages, depending on the
Note: To change the number of rings before the product answers, see page 21.
Paper Size you want to use for printing faxes.
Fax Settings.
Auto Answer, then select On.
Auto Reduction setting you select.
If you run out of paper during printing, you see an error message. Load more paper and
press x to continue.
Note: To manually receive a fax, see your online User’s Guide.
22 Faxing a Document
Scanning a Document or
Photo
You can use your product to scan original documents or photos and save them on your
computer.
Note: For detailed scanning instructions, see the online User’s Guide.
Quick Scanning with the Touch Screen
Use the touch screen to quickly scan a photo or document and save it on your computer.
You can even scan and send the image or document to an online service or to a remote
printer.
1.Place your original document or photo as shown on page 10. For 2-sided scanning,
place your document in the ADF.
2.Press if necessary, then select
3.Scroll up or down and select one of the following options:
■Scan to Memory Card automatically scans a photo or document and saves it to
an inserted memory card or USB storage device.
■Scan to Cloud sends your scanned files to a destination that you have registered
with EPSON Connect.
■Scan to PC automatically creates a JPG image and saves it to your computer;
ideal for scanning photos.
■Scan to PC (PDF) automatically creates a PDF file and saves it to your computer;
ideal for scanning documents.
■Scan to PC (Email) automatically scans a photo, resizes it, launches your email
application, and attaches a JPG image to a new outgoing message. This works
with MAPI-type email such as Microsoft
not web-based email such as Gmail.
■Scan to PC (WSD) lets you manage network scanning in Windows 7 or
Windows Vista
(Web Services for Devices) on the computer.
®
(English only). To use this feature, you must first set up WSD
Scan.
®
Outlook or Windows Live Mail, but
Scanning a Document or Photo 23
4.If you’re scanning to a memory card or USB storage device, select your scan settings,
then press x to begin scanning.
If you’re scanning to the cloud, select your destination, then press x to begin
scanning.
If you’re scanning to your computer, select
USB Connection if your product is
connected by a USB cable, or select the name of your computer if your product is
connected over a network. Press x to begin scanning.
Once your image is scanned, you see its icon on your computer screen, or as an
attachment in your email application.
Scanning with EPSON Scan Software
You can scan original documents and photos and save them as files on your computer
using the EPSON Scan software. You can also launch EPSON Scan from any TWAINcompliant application.
Note: For Mac OS X 10.6 or 10.7, see “Scanning with Mac OS X 10.6 or 10.7” on
page 25. For detailed scanning instructions, see the online User’s Guide.
1.Place your original document or photo as shown on page 10. For 2-sided scanning,
place your document in the ADF.
2.Do one of the following to start EPSON Scan:
■Windows: Double-click the EPSON Scan icon on your desktop.
■Mac OS X 10.5: Double-click EPSON Scan in Applications > Epson
Software
■To scan from an application, start your application. Then open the File menu,
choose
.
Import or Acquire, and select your EPSON product.
24 Scanning a Document or Photo
EPSON Scan opens in
Mode
the first time you use
it. (You can change the scan
Office
Click here to change
the scan mode
mode using the Mode selector
in the upper right corner.)
Note: You cannot use Home
mode to scan with the
Automatic Document
Feeder.
3.Click Scan. The image is scanned and you see its icon in the folder you have selected.
Scanning with Mac OS X 10.6 or 10.7
You can scan original documents and photos and save them as files on your computer.
1.Place your original document or photo as shown on page 10. For 2-sided scanning,
place your document in the ADF.
2.Open an image editing application such as Image Capture and select your product
from the DEVICES or SHARED list, if necessary.
3.In the Mode pop-up menu, select the setting indicating where you placed your
original.
4.If you would like to select scan settings, such as Color Restoration and file save
settings, click
Show Details.
5.In the Scan To pop-up menu, select the folder in which you want to save your image.
6.Click the
Note: With Mac OS X 10.6 or 10.7, in addition to scanning with Image Capture, you can
download and install EPSON Scan scanning software. EPSON Scan provides additional
image adjustment and photo correction features for enhancing scanned images, and
provides an interface for TWAIN-compliant OCR scanning software, such as ABBYY
FineReader
epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca/support (Canada).
Scan button to begin scanning. Your image is saved to the folder selected.
®
. To download EPSON Scan, visit Epson’s driver download site
Scanning a Document or Photo 25
®
Maintaining Your Product
Follow the instructions in this chapter to check and clean the print head nozzles, check ink
levels, and replace ink cartridges. If you need to align the print head, see the online User’s Guide.
Caution: To keep your product looking like new, don’t place anything on top of the
cover or use it as a writing surface. If you need to clean the cover, use only a soft,
non-abrasive microfiber-type cloth.
Checking the Print Head Nozzles
If your printouts are faint or have gaps in them, some of the nozzles in the print head may
be clogged or ink may be running low in one or more of the ink cartridges. Follow the
steps below to check the print head nozzles.
1.Load a few sheets of plain paper in the lower paper cassette (cassette 2).
2.Press if necessary, then press l or r and select
Setup.
3.Select
4.Press x. The nozzle check is printed.
5.Check the printed pattern to see if there are gaps in the lines:
6.If there are no gaps, the print head is clean. Select
26 Maintaining Your Product
Maintenance, then Nozzle Check.
Nozzles
are clean
Nozzles need
cleaning
If there are gaps or the pattern is faint, select
instructions on the screen to clean the print head (see page 27).
Clean the Print Head.Then follow the
Done.
Cleaning the Print Head
If print quality has declined and the nozzle check indicates clogged nozzles, you can clean
the print head. Print head cleaning uses ink, so clean it only if necessary.
Note: You cannot clean the print head if an ink cartridge is expended, and may not be
able to clean it when a cartridge is low. You must replace the cartridge first
page 29).
1.Load a few sheets of plain paper in the lower paper cassette (cassette 2).
2.Press if necessary, then press l or r and select
3.Select
Maintenance, then Head Cleaning.
Setup.
4.Press x.
Cleaning takes a few minutes. When it’s finished, you see a message on the display
screen.
Caution: Never turn off the printer during head cleaning or you may damage it. Do
not open the scanner unit or insert the CD/DVD tray during head cleaning.
5.Select Print Nozzle Check Pattern, then press x to run a nozzle check and confirm
that the print head is clean.
6.If there are still gaps or lines, or the test patterns are faint, run another cleaning cycle
and check the nozzles again.
Note: If you don’t see any improvement after cleaning the print head four times, leave
the printer on and wait at least six hours to let any dried ink soften. Then try cleaning
the print head again. If quality does not improve, one of the ink cartridges may need to
be replaced. If that doesn’t help, contact Epson as described on page 39.
If you do not use your printer often, it is a good idea to print a few pages at least once a
month to maintain good print quality.
(see
Checking Ink Levels
You can check the ink levels anytime right on the LCD screen. To check the ink levels with
your Windows or Mac OS X software, see the instructions in your online User’s Guide.
Note: You cannot print or copy when an ink cartridge is expended even if the other
cartridges are not expended. Replace any expended cartridges before printing or
copying.
1.Press if necessary, then press l or r and select Setup.
2.Select
3.Press
Ink Levels.
The ink cartridge status is displayed. See page 29 to replace a cartridge, if necessary.
OK to exit.
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In Windows, a window may appear on your computer screen when you try to print when
ink is low. This window can optionally display ink offers and other updates from Epson.
Note: To disable checking for ink offers or updates from Epson, see the instructions in
your online User’s Guide.
Purchasing EPSON Ink Cartridges
You can purchase genuine EPSON ink and paper from EPSON Supplies Central at
www.epson.com/ink3 (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). You can also
purchase supplies from an EPSON authorized reseller. To find the nearest one, call
800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766).
Use the following list when you order or purchase new ink cartridges (you can mix
Standard- and High-capacity cartridges):
Note: We recommend that you use genuine EPSON cartridges and do not refill them.
The use of other products may affect your print quality and could result in printer
damage.
Yields vary considerably based on images printed, print settings, paper type, frequency
of use, and temperature. Actual yields will be lower with higher-density images, hot or
dusty conditions, less frequent printing or printing predominantly with one color. All ink
colors are used for printing and all-in-one printer maintenance, and all colors have to be
installed for printing. For print quality, part of the ink from the included cartridges is
used for printer startup and a variable amount of ink remains in the cartridges after the
“replace cartridge” signal.
For best printing results, use up a cartridge within six months of opening the package,
and before the expiration date on the cartridge box.
Store ink cartridges in a cool, dark place. If cartridges have been exposed to cold
temperatures, allow them to warm up to room temperature for at least 3 hours before
using them.
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Replacing Ink Cartridges
Make sure you have a new ink cartridge before you begin. You must install new cartridges
immediately after removing old ones.
Caution: Do not open ink cartridge packages until you are ready to install the ink.
Cartridges are vacuum packed to maintain reliability.
Leave the expended cartridge installed until you have obtained a replacement, or the
ink remaining in the print head nozzles may dry out.
Note: If you remove a low or expended ink cartridge, you cannot reinstall and use the
cartridge.
1.Turn on your product.
2.If an ink cartridge is expended, you see a message on the LCD screen indicating which
color to replace.
If you’re replacing a cartridge before you see a message on the LCD screen, select
Setup > Ink Levels > Cartridge Replacement.
Note: If a cartridge is expended, you must replace it to be able to print. If a
cartridge is low, you can continue printing until a cartridge needs replacement.
3.Lift up the scanner unit.
Caution: Do not move
the print head by hand;
otherwise, you may
damage your product.
Do not touch the flat
white cable inside the
printer.
4.Push in the blue tab to unlock the ink cartridge you are replacing. Then lift the
bottom of the ink cartridge to remove it.
Warning: If ink gets on your skin, wash it off thoroughly with soap and water. If it
gets in your eyes, flush them immediately with water. If you still have discomfort
or vision problems, see a doctor immediately. Keep ink cartridges out of the reach
of children and don't allow them to drink the ink.
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5.Recap the ink cartridge using the cap that came with it. Dispose of it carefully. Do not
take the used cartridge apart or try to refill it.
6.Open the new ink cartridge package.
Caution: Do not touch the areas shown above. Doing so may prevent normal
operation and printing.
Note: Do not shake cartridges after opening the package, as they may leak.
7.Remove the cap from the cartridge and store it in the included plastic bag for later
use.
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