6. Check the nozzle check pattern that prints to see if there are gaps in the lines.

Nozzles are clean

Nozzles need cleaning

7.If there are no gaps, press OK to continue printing.

If there are gaps or the pattern is faint, press x Start to clean the print head. See the next section for details.

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 low or expended. You must replace the cartridge first (see page 32).

1.Load letter-or A4-size plain paper in the sheet feeder.

2.Press the Setup button.

3.Select Maintenance and press OK.

4.Select Head Cleaning and press OK.

5.Press x Start.

Cleaning lasts around 1 minute. When it’s finished, you see a message on the display screen.

Caution:

Never turn off the Epson Stylus Photo RX595 Series during a cleaning cycle or you may damage it.

6. Press x Start to run a nozzle check and confirm that the print head is clean.

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