WARNING:

Never use alcohols or thinners to clean the printer. These chemicals can damage the printer components as well as the case.

Be careful not to get water on the printer mechanism or electronic components.

Do not use a hard or abrasive brush.

Do not spray the inside of the printer with lubricants. Unsuitable oils can damage the mechanism. Contact your Epson dealer if you think lubrication is needed.

Replacing the Ribbon

When your printing becomes too faint, you need to replace the ribbon. Use only the #8766 Epson replacement cartridge for the

DFX-5000.

The following steps show you how to replace the ribbon.

WARNING: If the printer has been used recently, the print head may be hot. Let it cool before attempting to replace the ribbon.

1.If the printer is on line, press the ON LINE button to take it off line. This widens the gap between the print head and the platen, making it easier for you to replace the ribbon. Then turn off the printer.

2.Open the printer’s top cover and slide the print head to the far right.

Maintaining and Transporting the Printer

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