EPSON — Notes on Handling Ink Cartridges

L-6534VW Operation Guide Mixing and Replacing Ink Cartridges Mixing and Replacing Ink Cartridges Notes on Handling Ink Cartridges Caution: ❏ Do not disassemble ink cartridges. If it is disassembled, ink could get in your eyes or on your skin. ❏ Except as explained in this manual, do not shake or swing the ink cartridge too vigorously; otherwise, the ink may leak. U “Stirring Ink by Shaking the Ink Cartridge” on page 233 ❏ Do not store ink cartridges within the reach of children. ❏ If ink gets in the eyes or mouth, or stains the skin, treat the area as follows. If ink gets on your skin, wash the area immediately with soap and water. Consult your doctor as soon as possible.

If any gets in your eye, flush the eye for at least 15 minutes with room temperature, low pressure, clean water. If the irritation continues, consult your doctor. If any ink gets in your mouth, consult your doctor immediately. ❏ Do not disassemble or remodel ink cartridges. You may not be able to print correctly. ❏ If cold ink is used for charging, the main press unit may not be filled with ink and it may not operate. In this case, do not use the press until the ink cartridge temperatures reach 15˚C, and then restart the press. ❏ Do not drop the ink cartridge or subject it to strong shocks; otherwise, the ink may leak.

❏ Do not drop the ink cartridge case or subject it to strong shocks; otherwise, the ink may leak. ❏ Do not touch the ink supply port. Ink may leak from it. ❏ Do not touch the ID chip (a green board part) on the side of the cartridge. Doing so may affect normal operation and printing. ❏ Although the ink cartridges may contain recycled materials, this does not effect product function or performance. ❏ Store ink cartridges in the same environment as the press unit's installation environment (temperature -10 to 40˚C/humidity 30 to 55 %). Also, avoid direct sunlight.

❏ If you move the ink cartridge from a cold place to a warm place, remove it from its packaging, and leave it at room temperature for three hours or more before using the ink cartridge. ❏ Use ink cartridges before the expiration date printed on the cartridge carton. Using ink cartridges that have passed their expiration date may have an adverse effect on the press or print quality, and prevent you from getting the optimum performance from your press. We cannot guarantee the quality and reliability of ink cartridges that have passed their expiration date.

Any damage or malfunctions caused by the use of ink cartridges that have passed their expiration date is not covered by the terms of the guarantee and will require a repair fee even within the warranty period. 228