Read these instructions carefully to safely use the ink cartridge. Also read the other manuals supplied with the printer to under- stand the correct handling of the ink cartridge. ! Caution ❏ ❏ If ink contacts your skin, eyes, or mouth, take the following actions. • When it gets onto your skin, immediately wash the area with soap and water. • When ink gets into your eyes, immediately flush them with water. Leaving the ink as is may result in bloodshot eyes or mild inflammation. If something is wrong, immediately consult with a doctor. • When ink gets into your mouth, immediately spit it and consult with a doctor. ❏ ❏ Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children.
❏ ❏ If you turn the power off the printer using the power button, the print head is automatically capped, which prevents the ink from drying. After installing the ink cartridges, be sure to turn the power off using the power button when you are not using the printer. Do not pull out the power plug or trip the breaker while the power is on. ❏ ❏ Printing on water-repellent paper such as art paper, which is slow-drying, may cause print stains. Also, printing on glossy paper may cause finger prints on the paper or ink may adhere to your fingers when you touch it. Select paper not to case print stains before use. Depending on the printer, art paper and glossy paper cannot be used.
Check the information on supported paper for your printer. ❏ ❏ Do not disassemble the ink cartridge. Doing so may cause ink to adhere eyes and skin. ❏ ❏ Do not shake the ink cartridge too hard. The ink cartridge may leak if you shake it around too much or push the sides strongly. Notes on Ink Consumption ❏ ❏ All the ink colors are consumed also for the maintenance operations when an ink cartridge is replaced and for print head cleaning. ❏ ❏ Even for monochrome printing (printing of monochrome image), all the ink colors are used in an operation designed to maintain the printing and print head quality.
❏ ❏ When ink is charged for the first time (right after purchase), ink is consumed for filling the print head nozzle (ink discharge holes) to get ready for printing. That is why the number of the printable sheets may be fewer than for the cartridges to be installed later. Handling Instructions ❏ ❏ The usable ink cartridges vary depending on the printer model number. Use an ink cartridge that matches your printer’s model number. ❏ ❏ Do not touch the IC chip on the cartridge. Doing so may cause operating/printing malfunction. ❏ ❏ The printers use ink cartridges equipped with an IC chip that monitors the amount of ink used by each cartridge.
Cartridges are usable even if they are removed and reinstalled. However, if an ink cartridge in which little amount of ink remains is removed and reinstalled, it may not be usable. Some ink is consumed each time cartridges are installed because the printer automatically checks their reliability. ❏ ❏ Install all ink cartridges. Printing is not possible even if only one ink cartridge is missing. ❏ ❏ Since ink cartridges are designed to stop the operation before ink runs out completely to maintain the quality of the print head, some ink remains in the used ink cartridge. ❏ ❏ Do not turn off the printer or open the covers while charging ink.
Opening the covers may cause the ink to be recharged, resulting in more ink being consumed. Also, it may cause printing malfunction. ❏ ❏ Do not disassemble and remodel the ink cartridge. Doing so may cause printing malfunction. ❏ ❏ Use of an old ink cartridge may result in reduced print quality. Use it up within six months after opening the package. The usage period for ink cartridges is printed on the packaging of individual ink cartridges. ❏ ❏ There may be some ink around the ink supply port on the removed ink cartridge. Take care so that it does not stain the desk or other surface. ❏ ❏ Do not remove the ink cartridge, except when you replace it.
Storage and Transportation Instructions ❏ ❏ A cool and dark place is recommended to store ink cartridges. ❏ ❏ If the ink cartridge is stored in a cold place for a long period of time, let it warm up at least 3 hours before using it. ❏ ❏ If moving or transporting the printer after the ink cartridges are installed, leave them installed during the moving or transporting process. Disposal Instructions ❏ ❏ Dispose the ink cartridges/maintenance box properly following the law or regulations of your country and area. Genuine Ink Cartridge Recommended ❏ ❏ For the best performance of the printer, it is recommended to use genuine Epson ink cartridges.
Use of non-genuine Epson ink cartridges can adversely affect the printing quality and prevent the printer from realizing its maximum performance. Epson cannot guarantee the quality and reliability of non-genuine Epson products. Repairs for any damage or breakdown of the printer due to the use of non-genuine Epson products will not be free of charge even if the warranty period is still valid. ❏ ❏ Color adjustment of the printer is based on the use of genuine Epson ink cartridges. Use of non-genuine ink cartridges may result in reduced print quality. Epson recommends the use of genuine Epson ink cartridges.
❏ ❏ Do not open the ink cartridge package until you are ready to install it in the printer. ❏ ❏ Do not allow foreign objects to fall into the cartridge installation section. Doing so may cause printing malfunction. Remove any object that might have fallen into the installation section, taking care not to damage the section. 2 EN Ink Cartridge Instruction Manual