Epson WorkForce 325 User Manual

							Scanning With Mac OS X 10.621 5. Click 
Scan. 
The image is scanned and you see its icon in Windows Explorer or Macintosh 
Finder.
Scanning With Mac OS X 10.6
You can scan original documents and photos and save them as files on your 
computer.
1. Open an image editing application such as Preview and select 
Import From 
Scanner
 from the File menu, then select your product.
2. If you would like to select scan settings, such as Color Restoration and file 
save settings, click 
Show Details.
3. Click the 
Scan button to begin scanning. Your image is saved to the folder 
selected in the 
Scan To pop-up menu.
Note: 
For details on scanning, click the Show Details button.
 
						

							22Maintaining Your Product
Maintaining Your Product
Follow the instructions in this chapter to check and clean the print head nozzles, 
check ink levels, and replace ink cartridges. If you need to align the print head, see 
the online User’s Guide.
Caution:
To keep your product looking like new, don’t place anything on top of the cover or use it 
as a writing surface, If you need to clean the cover, use only a soft, non-abrasive 
microfiber-type cloth.
Checking the Print Head Nozzles
If your printouts are faint or have gaps in them, some of the nozzles in the print 
head may be clogged or ink may be running low in one or more of the ink 
cartridges. Follow the steps below to check the print head nozzles.
1. Load a few sheets of plain paper in the sheet feeder.
2. Press x
Menu.
3. Press uor  d to select 
Maintenance, then press OK.
4. Press uor  d to select 
Nozzle Check, then press 
the x
Color button.
5. Check the nozzle check pattern that prints to see if there are gaps in the lines.
Note: 
If Auto Answer is turned on, press OK to continue.
6. If there are no gaps, the print head is clean. Press 1 and then press xMenu 
to continue printing.
If there are gaps or the pattern is faint, press 
2 to clean the print head (see 
page 23).
Nozzles need cleaning Nozzles are clean
 
						

							Cleaning the Print Head23
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 expended, and may not be able to 
clean it when a cartridge is low. You must replace the cartridge first (see page 25).
1. Load a few sheets of plain paper in the sheet feeder.
2. Press x
Menu.
3. Press uor  d to select 
Maintenance, then press OK.
4. Press uor  d to select 
Head Cleaning, then press 
the x
Color button.
Cleaning lasts around 2 1/2 minutes. When it’s finished, you see a message on 
the LCD screen.
Caution: 
Never turn off the product during head cleaning or you may damage it.
5. Press 2 to run a nozzle check and confirm that the print head is clean.
Note:
If you don’t see any improvement after cleaning the print head four times, turn off your 
product and wait at least six hours to let any dried ink soften. Then try cleaning the print 
head again. If quality does not improve, one of the ink cartridges may need to be 
replaced. If that doesn’t help, contact Epson as described on page 46.
If you do not use your product often, it is a good idea to print a few pages at least once 
a month to maintain good print quality.
Checking Ink Levels
You can check the ink levels anytime right on the LCD screen. To check the ink 
levels with your Windows or Macintosh software, see the instructions in your 
online User’s Guide.
Note:
Printing stops when an ink cartridge is expended. If a color cartridge is expended, you 
may be able to continue printing temporarily with black ink; see the online User’s Guide 
for more information. If the black cartridge is expended, you must replace it to continue 
printing.
 
						

							24Purchasing Epson Ink Cartridges
1. Press xMenu.
2. Press uor  d to select 
Maintenance, then 
press
OK.
3. Press 
OK to select Ink Levels.
4. The ink cartridge status is displayed. See page 25 
to replace a cartridge, if necessary.
5. Press x
Menu to exit.
In Windows, a window may appear on your computer screen if you try to print 
when ink is low. This window can optionally display ink offers and other updates 
from Epson. 
Note:
To disable checking for ink offers or updates from Epson, see the instructions in your 
online User’s Guide.
Purchasing Epson Ink Cartridges
You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper at Epson Supplies Central at 
www.epson.com/ink3 (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). You can 
also purchase supplies from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest one, 
call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766).
Use the following list when you order or purchase new ink cartridges:
Note:
We recommend that you use genuine Epson cartridges and do not refill them. The use 
of other products may affect your print quality and could result in product damage.
Ink colorStandard-capacity
Moderate-capacity
(for lighter use)
Black 125 124
Cyan 125 124
Magenta 125 124
Yellow 125 124
 
						

							Replacing Ink Cartridges25
Yields vary considerably based on images printed, print settings, paper type, frequency 
of use, and temperature. For print quality, a small amount of ink remains in the cartridge 
after the “replace cartridge” indicator comes on. The product ships with full cartridges 
and part of the ink from the first cartridges is used for priming the product.
For best printing results, use up a cartridge within six months of opening the package 
and before the expiration date on the cartridge box.
Store ink cartridges in a cool, dark place. If cartridges have been exposed to cold 
temperatures, allow them to warm up to room temperature for at least 3 hours before 
using them.
Replacing Ink Cartridges
Make sure you have a new ink cartridge before you begin.
Caution:
Do not open ink cartridge packages until you are ready to install the ink. Cartridges are 
vacuum packed to maintain reliability.
Leave the expended cartridge installed until you have obtained a replacement, or the ink 
remaining in the print head nozzles may dry out.
1. Turn on the product.
2. If an ink cartridge is low or expended, you see a 
message on the LCD screen indicating which 
color to replace. Press 
OK.
If you’re replacing a cartridge before you see a message on the LCD screen, 
press x
Menu, press uor  d to select Maintenance, and press OK. Then 
select 
Ink Cartridge Replacement and press OK.
3. Open the scanner, then open the cartridge cover.
4. Squeeze the tab on the cartridge and lift it up. 
Dispose of it carefully. Do not take the used 
cartridge apart or try to refill it.
Warning: 
If ink gets on your hands, wash them thoroughly with 
soap and water. If ink gets into your eyes, flush them 
immediately with water. Keep ink cartridges out of the 
reach of children and don’t drink the ink.
 
						

							26Replacing Ink Cartridges
5. Before you open the new cartridge package, 
shake it gently four or five times. Then remove 
it from the package.
6. Remove the yellow tape from the bottom of 
the ink cartridge.
Caution: 
Do not remove any other labels or seals, or ink will 
leak. Do not touch the green chip on the front of 
the cartridge. This can damage the ink cartridge.
7. Insert the new ink cartridge into the holder 
and push it down until it clicks into place.
8. Once you replace all the cartridges that need replacing, close the cartridge 
cover and push it down until it clicks into place.
9. Close the scanner.
10. Press 
OK to begin charging the ink. This takes 
about 2 1/2 minutes. When you see a 
completion message on the LCD screen, ink 
charging is finished.
Caution:
Never turn off the product while ink is charging or you’ll waste ink. If you see an ink 
replacement message on the LCD screen, press OK and press down all the cartridges 
securely. Then press OK again. If you remove a low or expended ink cartridge, you 
cannot reinstall and use the cartridge.
 
						

							Wireless Network Setup27
Wireless Network Setup
This section supplements the on-screen instructions for setting up your 
WorkForce 323/325 Series on a wireless network. WorkForce 320 Series owners 
may skip this section, as the WorkForce 320 has no built-in wireless network 
functionality.
Before you begin, make sure you set up your product as described on the 
Start Here sheet. Follow the instructions in this chapter only if you need additional 
help.
You will need to install the software on every computer that will print to your 
product. Temporary use of a USB cable (not included) is recommended for the 
first installation only. After the printer is connected to the network, you will be 
prompted to remove the USB cable.
If you are using Mac OS X 10.6 or don’t have a USB cable, you need to use the 
buttons on the printer to select wireless settings.
Note:
If you have trouble setting up your product, see “Network Problems (WorkForce 323/
325 Series)” on page 42.
■
If this is the first time that you’re installing the product, see “Installing for the 
First Time” on page 28.
■If your product is already on your wireless network and you need to set up 
additional computers to print to the product, see “Setting Up Additional 
Computers” on page 37.
 
						

							28Installing for the First Time
Installing for the First Time
Before you begin, make sure that you have the following information ready and 
write it in the space provided below:
■Network name (SSID): _________________________________________
■Network password: ____________________________________________
Note:
If your network password contains uppercase (ABC) or lowercase (abc) letters, be sure 
to note them correctly. If you don’t know your network name (SSID) or network 
password, contact the person who set up your wireless network.
1. Make sure your product is turned on.
2. Insert the product software CD.
3.Windows 7 and Windows Vista
®: If you see the AutoPlay window, click Run 
Setup.exe
. When you see the User Account Control screen, click Yes or 
Continue.
Windows XP: When you see the Software Installation screen, continue with 
step 4.
Mac OS X: Double-click the 
Epson icon.
4. When you see this screen, click 
Install.
 
						

							Installing for the First Time29 5. When you see this screen, select 
Wireless connection and click Next.
6. When you see this screen, select 
Set up printer for the first time, then click 
Next.
7.Mac OS X 10.6: At the next screen, click 
Next. Then skip to “Setting Up 
With the Product Buttons” on page 33 to set up the product without using a 
temporary USB connection.
 
						

							30Installing for the First Time
8. When you see this screen, select a wireless network setup method, then click 
Next.
Tip: 
If you need help selecting a wireless network setup method, click Which option 
should I choose for more information on setup methods.
9. At the next screen, click Next.
10. Do one of the following:
■If you selected Temporarily connect USB cable, continue with 
“Setting Up With a Temporary USB Cable” below.
■If you selected Select settings using printer buttons, continue with 
“Setting Up With the Product Buttons” on page 33.
Setting Up With a Temporary USB Cable 
Do not connect the USB cable to your product until instructed to do so in the 
on-screen instructions.
1. Wait while the software is installed.