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Follow the on-screen instructions. 
Head cleaning takes about three minutes.
From the Control Panel
Press the  H button for three seconds or more to start 
head cleaning. The process takes about three minutes.
Auto Nozzle Check and Cleaning
Auto Nozzle Check and Cleaning prints a nozzle check 
pattern which is read by a sensor to automatically check
for clogged nozzles. Head cleaning will then be 
performed if clogged nozzles are detected. 
This operation is performed from the computer. 
Explanations in this section use the Windows printer 
driver as an example. 
Use EPSON Printer Utility 4 for Mac OS X. 
U  “Using Epson Printer Utility 4” on page 39
A
Place regular A4 paper in the auto sheet feeder. 
U  “Loading Paper into the Auto Sheet Feeder” 
on page 19
B
Click  Auto Nozzle Check and Cleaning in the 
Utility  tab of the printer driver Properties (or 
Print Settings ) dialog.
C
Follow the on-screen instructions. 
Depending on the condition of the nozzles, Auto 
Nozzle Check and Cleaning will take from four to 
ten minutes.
Ink Density Optimization
Eliminates inconsistencies  in ink density within the 
cartridges for consistent color reproduction. The print 
head is moved left and right to uniform the ink density. 
At default settings, this operation is performed 
automatically at certain periods (Auto Ink Density
Optimization). We normally recommend that this 
setting not be changed. 
Consult the following when  changing Auto Ink Density 
Optimization settings. 
U  “Adjusting Auto Ink Density Optimization 
Settings” on page 81 
If Off is selected for Auto  Ink Density Optimization, 
perform Ink Density Optimization once a week. 
U  “Performing Ink Density Optimization” on page 
82
Adjusting Auto Ink Density 
Optimization Settings
Explanations in this sect ion use the Windows printer 
driver as an example. 
Use EPSON Printer Utility 4 for Mac OS X. 
U  “Using Epson Printer Utility 4” on page 39 
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Click Printer and Option Information in the 
Utility  tab of the printer driver Properties (or 
Print Settings ) dialog.
B
Select On or Off for Auto Ink Density 
Optimization .
C
Click OK to close the dialog.
Performing Ink Density Optimization
Explanations in this section use the Windows printer 
driver as an example. 
Use EPSON Printer Utility 4 for Mac OS X. 
U  “Using Epson Printer Utility 4” on page 39
A
Click Ink Density Optimization in the Utility 
tab of the printer driver  Properties (or Print 
Settings ) dialog.
B
Follow the on-screen instructions. 
Ink Density Optimization takes 30 seconds.
Do not open the printer cover while optimization 
is in progress (while the  P light is flashing).
Correcting Print Misalignment  
(Print Head Alignment)
Because there is a small distance between the print head 
and paper, misalignment ma y occur due to humidity or 
temperature, the inertial force of the print head's
movements, or by moving the print head 
bidirectionally. As a result, print results may appear 
grainy or out of focus. When this happens, perform
Print Head Alignment to correct the print 
misalignment. 
This operation is performed from the computer. 
Explanations in this sect ion use the Windows printer 
driver as an example. 
Use EPSON Printer Utility 4 for Mac OS X. 
U  “Using Epson Printer Utility 4” on page 39 
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							A
Load A4-size EPSON Photo Quality Inkjet Paper 
into the auto sheet feeder. 
U  “Loading Paper into the Auto Sheet Feeder” 
on page 19
B
Click  Print Head Alignment from the Utility 
tab in the printer driver’s  Properties (or Print 
Settings ) screen. 
Follow the on-screen instructions.
Replacing Ink Cartridges
Ink Cartridge Product Numbers
The following ink cartridges can be used with this 
printer.
Ink colorProduct number 
Yellow (Y) T1594 
Magenta (M) T1593 
Matte Black (MK) T1598 
Red (R) T1597
Orange (OR) T1599
Photo Black (PK) T1591
Gloss Optimizer (GO) T1590 
Cyan (C) T1592
How to replace
If one of the installed ink cartridges is expended, 
printing cannot be performed. If an ink low warning is 
displayed, we recommend replacing the ink cartridge(s) 
as soon as possible. 
If an ink cartridge runs  out while printing, you can 
continue printing after replacing the ink cartridge.
However, when replacing ink during a print job, you 
may see a difference in color depending on the drying 
conditions.
Note: 
Epson recommends the use of genuine Epson ink 
cartridges. Epson cannot guarantee the quality or
reliability of non-genuine ink. The use of non-genuine
ink may cause damage that is not covered by Epson’s
warranties, and under certain circumstances may cause
erratic printer behavior. 
Information about non-genuine ink levels may not be 
displayed, and use of non-genuine ink is recorded for
possible use in service support.
The following procedure uses  Yellow ink as an example. 
You can use the same proc edure to replace all ink 
cartridges. 
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							A
Make sure the printer is on.
B
Open the printer cover.
Tip: 
When an ink cartridge requires replacement, the 
ink check light for affected cartridge will light.
C
Press the  H button. 
The print head moves to the ink cartridge 
replacement position.
D
Open the cartridge cover.
Note: 
Touch only the parts required to perform the 
operation (shown in red).
E
Remove the ink cartridge that will be replaced. 
Hold the cartridge by the  hooks and lift it straight 
up. 
If the cartridge does not come out easily, pull 
harder.
Note: 
Removed ink cartridges may have ink around the 
ink supply port, so be careful not to get any ink on
the surrounding area when removing the
cartridges.
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Shake the new cartridge four or five times and 
then remove it from the  package and peel off the 
yellow film. 
When shaking the cartridge and removing the 
yellow film, hold the ca rtridge with the yellow 
film facing up.
Note: 
Do not touch the green IC chip on the ink cartridges. 
You may not be able to print properly.
Tip: 
You may hear a rattling  sound from inside the 
cartridge when it is shaken.
G
Insert the new ink cartridge. 
Push the cartridge in until it clicks into place.
Repeat steps 5 to 7 to replace other ink cartridges.
Note: 
Install ink cartridges in all  slots. You will not be able 
to print if ink cartridges are not installed in all slots.
H
Close the cartridge cover.
I
Close the printer cover.
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Press the H button. 
Ink charging will start. Ink charging takes about 
three minutes. 
Charging is complete when the  P light stops 
blinking.
Cleaning the Printer
Clean the printer periodically (about once a month) to
keep it in good condition.
Cleaning the Outside of the  
Printer
A
Remove any paper from the printer.
B
Turn the printer off and unplug the printer.
C
Carefully remove dust an d other foreign matter 
using a soft cloth. 
Stubborn stains can be removed with a cloth that 
has been dampened with water containing a 
small amount of a neutral cleanser and then
thoroughly wrung out.  The printer should then 
be dried by wiping it with a dry cloth.
Note: 
Do not use volatile clean sers such has benzene, 
thinner, or alcohol.  Failure to observe this 
precaution could result in discoloration or
deformation of the printer.
Cleaning the Inside of the Printer
Clean the rollers by passing (feeding and ejecting) one of 
the following types of paper through the printer.
Plain Paper
If the print results are scratched or smudged, there may
be dirt on the rollers. Pass (feed and eject) plain paper 
through the printer to remove dirt from the rollers.
Cleaning sheet
If a cleaning sheet is provided with the Epson special 
media, you can pass (feed and eject) it through the 
printer to clean the rollers  when plain paper fails to 
produce the desired results. 
See the manual supplied with the paper for more 
information.
A
Turn on the printer.
B
Insert A3 or A3+ plain paper or a cleaning sheet
into the auto sheet feeder. 
Plain paper:
If the paper is smaller than A3 or A3+, only the 
area corresponding to the size of the paper will be
cleaned. 
Cleaning sheet: 
Remove the protective covering from the 
cleaning sheet and place the sheet in the auto 
sheet feeder. Adhesive tape is located beneath the 
protective covering. Do not touch the adhesive 
tape or attach it  to other objects.
C
Press the ) button to feed the paper through the 
printer (feed and eject). 
Plain paper: 
Continue feeding paper through the printer until 
no ink smudges are detected. 
Cleaning sheet: 
Feed the paper through the printer three times. 
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							Problem Solver
Lights
The lamps blink or light to show the status of the printer. Follow the instructions in the table below if an error occurs.
ANetwork light (green)CPower lightEInk light 
B Network light (yellow)DPaper light
Normal operation
Power lightStatus 
OnThe printer is on and ready to print. 
FlashingOne of the following: 
❏ The printer is starting up after being turned on. 
❏ The printer is shutting down after being turned off. 
❏ Ink Density Optimization is in progress. 
❏ Ink cartridges are being replaced. 
❏ The printer is checking the network connection. 
❏ Head cleaning is in progress. 
❏ The printer is receiving data or printing. 
❏ A digital camera or other PictBridge device is connected. 
❏ A firmware update is in progress.
Network lightPower lightStatus 
Flashing 
(green)
FlashingThe printer is receiving data or printing while
connected to an Ethernet or wireless LAN.
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							Network lightsStatus 
On (green)Wireless LAN is operative. 
On (yellow)Ethernet LAN is operative. 
Flashing (both)One of the following: 
❏ WPS (PIN code) entry is in progress. 
❏ The printer is preparing for or cancelling a firmware update. 
Flashing 
(alternately)
One of the following: 
❏ WPS (button) setup is in progress. 
❏ The printer is starting after being turned on while connected to a network.
Errors
Ink-Related Errors
Ink lightStatusWhat to do 
OnOne of the ink cartridge is expended or one 
of the cartridges is not installed. 
Install a fresh ink cartridge. 
U  “Replacing Ink Cartridges” on page 
83 
The printer fails to detect a new ink 
cartridge after installation. 
Remove and re-install the cartridge. 
A wrong ink cartridge is installed. Install a correct ink cartridge. 
FlashingOne of the ink cartridges is running low. Ready a new ink cartridge.
Paper-Related Errors
Paper lightStatusWhat to do 
OnOne of the following: 
❏ Paper or CD/DVD is not inserted. 
❏ CD/DVD tray is not correctly inserted. 
❏ Multiple sheets of paper were fed at 
the same time. 
Insert the paper correctly and press 
the  ) button.
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							Paper lightStatusWhat to do 
FlashingThe printer cover is open. Close the printer cover. 
Paper or CD/DVD tray is jammed. Remove jammed paper as described in the 
following sections. 
U  “Paper from the Auto Sheet Feeder 
Jams” on page 96 
U  “Jammed Fine Art Media” on page 
97 
U  “Thick Paper or a CD or DVD Is 
Jammed” on page 97 
U  “Roll paper jam” on page 98 
The source selected in the printer driver 
does not match the actual source. 
Match the source selected in the printer 
driver to the actual source.
Network-Related Errors
Network lightsStatusWhat to do 
Flashes 
(yellow)
An error occurred during WPS (button)
setup. 
❏ Adjust settings and try again. 
The wireless LAN access point must 
also be in setup mode. You can also 
try moving the printer closer to the
wireless LAN access point (try for a
distance of about 3 m or less). 
❏ Another wireless device in the same 
area is also attempting to connect 
using WPS (button) setup. Try again 
after a short wait. 
An attempt was made to connect to a 
wireless network while the printer was
connected to an Ethernet LAN. 
End the connection to the Ethernet LAN 
before adjusting wireless settings.
Other Errors
Paper lightInk lightStatusWhat to do 
Flashing (both)An unrecoverable error has 
occurred. 
Turn printer off and then on 
again. 
A USB hub is connected to the 
connector for external devices. 
Do not connect digital cameras 
or other PictBridge devices via a 
USB hub. Connect such devices
directly to the printer’s
connector for external devices.
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							Paper lightInk lightStatusWhat to do 
Flashing 
(alternately)
The printer’s ink pads are at the
end of their service life. 
The printer’s ink pads are not 
user serviceable. Contact your 
dealer or Epson Support to 
request a replacement. The
printer can not be used until the 
pads have been replaced; this 
prevents the ink from 
overflowing. 
The time between replacements 
varies depending on how often 
the printer is used. 
The front manual feed tray is not 
in the correct position. 
When printing on CDs, DVDs, or 
thick paper, open the front
manual feed tray and position
the disc or paper correctly. 
The front manual feed tray 
should be closed when printing 
on other media. 
A USB device that does not 
support PictBridge is connected. 
The printer can not print data 
from devices that do not support 
PictBridge. Disconnect the
device from the connector for 
external devices.
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