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Chapter 9 
Installing Options
Optional Paper Cassette Unit
For details about the paper types and sizes that you can use with the optional paper 
cassette unit, see Standard lower paper cassette and optional paper cassette unit on 
page 36. For specifications, see Optional paper cassette unit on page 295.
Handling precautions
Always pay attention to the following handling precautions before installing the option:
The printer weighs about 31.0 kg (68.2...

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Installing the optional paper cassette unit
Follow the steps below to install the optional 550-sheet paper cassette unit.
1. Remove the interface cover on the back of the printer.
2. Turn the printer off and unplug the power cord and all the interface cables.
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Make sure to unplug the power cord from the printer to prevent getting an electrical shock.
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3. Carefully remove the optional paper cassette unit from its carton and place it where you 
intend to set up the printer.
Note:
❏Make sure you have the two screws packed with the optional paper cassette unit.
❏Remove the protective materials from the unit.
❏Keep all protective materials in case you want to ship the optional paper cassette unit in the 
future.
4. Carefully, grasp the printer at the position indicated below and lift it carefully with...

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6. Remove the standard lower cassette from the printer.
7. Fasten the optional paper cassette unit to the printer with two of the provided screws.
8. Reinsert the standard lower cassette into the printer.
9. Reconnect all the interface cables and the power cord.
10. Reattach the interface cover.
11. Plug the printer’s power cord into an electrical outlet.
12. Turn on the printer.
To confirm that the option is installed correctly, print a Status...

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Removing the optional paper cassette unit
Perform the installation procedure in reverse.
Duplex Unit
For specifications or details about the paper types and sizes that you can use with the 
Duplex Unit, see Duplex Unit on page 296.
Installing the Duplex Unit
Follow the steps below to install the optional Duplex Unit.
1. Turn off the printer.
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2. Press the latch on the front cover and open the cover.
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❏Do not leave the front cover open for more than five minutes to avoid exposing the 
imaging cartridges to light.
❏Do not expose the imaging cartridges to sunlight at all.
3. Remove the cap from the connector.
4. Pull up the blue tabs on both sides of the transfer unit.
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5. Raise the transfer unit.
6. Take the Duplex Unit out of its package.
7. Insert the tabs on the Duplex Unit into the printer, align the arrow marks and push it 
down to connect the connector.
 

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8. Pull down the transfer unit.
9. Close the front cover.
10. Turn on the printer.
To confirm that the option is installed correctly, print a Status Sheet. See Printing a Status 
Sheet on page 259.
Note:
The printer cannot recognize the Duplex Unit if its cover has not been removed. Make sure that the 
cover was removed as explained in step 3.
Note for Windows users:
If EPSON Status Monitor is not installed, you have to make settings manually in the...

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Removing the Duplex Unit
Follow the steps below to remove the optional Duplex Unit.
1. Turn off the printer.
2. Press the latch on the front cover and open the cover.
3. Pull up the blue tabs on both sides of the transfer unit.
4. Raise the transfer unit.
5. Grasp the handle to unlock the Duplex Unit and remove it from the printer.
6. Pull down the transfer unit.
7. Turn on the printer.
 

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Memory Module
By installing a Dual In-line Memory Module (DIMM), you can increase printer memory up 
to 640 MB. You can also replace the pre-installed Memory Module and increase printer 
memory up to 1 GB. You may want to add additional memory if you are having difficulty 
printing complex graphics.
Installing a memory module
Follow the steps below to install an optional memory module.
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