Troubleshooting

To determine whether the problem is caused by the printer itself, run a self test. See page 7-3 for instructions.

You can use the printer’s hex dump mode to pinpoint communication problems. See page 7-4 for instructions.

For the latest information, check the Help programs and the ReadMe files in the Epson program group or folder.

If any of the suggested solutions in this chapter tell you to uninstall and then reinstall your printer software, see page 7-20 for instructions.

If none of the suggested solutions in this chapter solve your problem, contact EPSON as described under “Where to Get Help” in the Introduction.

Checking the Control Panel Lights

 

paper out light

 

black ink out light

black cleaning

color ink out light

 

button

 

color cleaning

load/eject button

 

button

power button

 

power light

Follow these guidelines when the control panel lights come on or flash:

SWhen the paper light flashes, paper is jammed in the printer. Turn off the printer and gently pull out all the paper. Then press the E load/eject button. See page 7-14 for details.

SWhen the paper light comes on, your paper ran out or is incorrectly loaded. Load paper in the feeder and then press the E load/eject button.

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