Checking the Ink Cartridge Status
When the H ink light starts flashing, one or more cartridges are low on ink. When the H ink light stays on, you need to replace the cartridge(s).
Caution:
You cannot print if one or more cartridges are expended. Leave the expended cartridge(s) installed until you have obtained a replacement, or the ink remaining in the print head nozzles may dry out.
A window may appear on your screen if you try to print when ink is low. On a Windows computer that is connected to the Internet, you may see a screen asking if you want to receive ink offers and other updates from Epson. Click Accept or Decline to continue.
Note:
To disable checking for ink offers or updates from Epson, see the instructions in your
You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper at Epson Supplies Central at www.epson.com/ink (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
Color | Part number |
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Black | 68 (high capacity; two required) |
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Cyan | 69 |
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Magenta | 69 |
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Yellow | 69 |
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Note:
The Epson Stylus C120 Series requires two black ink cartridges. You must use the number 68 (high capacity) black ink cartridges, not the number 69 (standard capacity) ones.
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.
Cartridge yields vary considerably based on images printed, print settings, paper type, frequency of use, and temperature. For print quality, a small amount of ink remains in the cartridge after the “replace cartridge” indicator comes on. The printer ships with full cartridges and part of the ink from the first cartridges is used for priming the printer.
For best printing results, use up a cartridge within six months of opening the package.
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