Maintenance and Transportation

Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern

Examine the nozzle check pattern after printing it. It should look something like this, with each of the six sections showing one of the ink colors:

Each staggered horizontal and straight vertical line should be complete, with no gaps in the dot pattern. If your printout looks okay, you’re done. If any dots are missing, as shown below, clean the print head again, as explained in the previous sections.

missing dots

Caution:

To ensure good results, use genuine EPSON cartridges and do not refill them. Other products may cause damage to your printer not covered by EPSON’s warranty.

Replacing an Ink Cartridge

When a B black or A color ink out light flashes, the indicated cartridge is low on ink. This is a good time to make sure you have a new cartridge. When the light stays on, the cartridge is empty and you need to replace it. You cannot print if either ink cartridge is empty. You can also check your ink levels using the Status Monitor. See page 4-9 (Windows 95) or page 4-18 (Macintosh) for details.

Use these EPSON ink cartridges within six months of installing them and before the expiration date on the package:

Black ink cartridge: S020093

Color ink cartridge: S020110

When you need new ink cartridges, contact your dealer or call EPSON Accessories at (800) 873-7766 (U.S. only). In Canada, please call (800) 873-7766 for dealer referral.

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