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Limited Warranty 32 2 Contents Contents Introduction 3 Loading Paper 4 Using Special Papers 6 Basic Printing 7 Printing in Windows 7 Printing With a Macintosh 9 Selecting the Correct Paper Type 13 Printing on CDs and DVDs 14 Maintaining Your Printer 16 Checking the Print Head Nozzles 16 Cleaning the Print Head 17 Checking the Ink Cartridge Status 18 Replacing Ink Cartridges 20 Solving Problems 24 Checking for Software Updates 24 Error Indicators 25 Problems and Solutions 26 Where To Get Help 28 Notices 29 Epson America, Inc.
Limited Warranty 32 2 Contents Contents Introduction 3 Loading Paper 4 Using Special Papers 6 Basic Printing 7 Printing in Windows 7 Printing With a Macintosh 9 Selecting the Correct Paper Type 13 Printing on CDs and DVDs 14 Maintaining Your Printer 16 Checking the Print Head Nozzles 16 Cleaning the Print Head 17 Checking the Ink Cartridge Status 18 Replacing Ink Cartridges 20 Solving Problems 24 Checking for Software Updates 24 Error Indicators 25 Problems and Solutions 26 Where To Get Help 28 Notices 29 Epson America, Inc.
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Tip: Tips contain hints for it on -screen Epson Information Center by doubleclicking the icon for better printing. Please follow these guidelines as you have set up your printer as described on the Start Here sheet, turn here to: ■ Load paper ■... maintenance ■ Solve simple problems For additional instructions, see the on your desktop. Introduction 3 Caution: Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment. Note: Notes contain important information about your printer. Introduction After you read your printer instructions: Warning: Warnings must ...
Tip: Tips contain hints for it on -screen Epson Information Center by doubleclicking the icon for better printing. Please follow these guidelines as you have set up your printer as described on the Start Here sheet, turn here to: ■ Load paper ■... maintenance ■ Solve simple problems For additional instructions, see the on your desktop. Introduction 3 Caution: Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment. Note: Notes contain important information about your printer. Introduction After you read your printer instructions: Warning: Warnings must ...
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... you can select Driver Update on the printer to diagnose the cause. With Windows, you have a problem with your Artisan 50 Series software. You can also click or Start, select All Programs or Programs, select EPSON, select EPSON Artisan 50 Series, and click Driver Update. 24 Solving Problems Open your on -screen Epson Information Center for free updates to check...
... you can select Driver Update on the printer to diagnose the cause. With Windows, you have a problem with your Artisan 50 Series software. You can also click or Start, select All Programs or Programs, select EPSON, select EPSON Artisan 50 Series, and click Driver Update. 24 Solving Problems Open your on -screen Epson Information Center for free updates to check...
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...cartridge is not ejected. There is jammed. Turn it back on again. P light is off H ink and I button. Paper is a problem with the printer. Pull out the CD/DVD tray, then press the I lights are at the end of their service life. Press down on all the installed...paper in the correct position. P light is off , wait a few moments, and turn it off Problem and Solution Paper is likely to be used with the printer. Contact Epson for CD/DVD) Parts inside the printer are flashing alternately; Error Indicators Light status I light on I light flashing H light flashing H light on...
...cartridge is not ejected. There is jammed. Turn it back on again. P light is off H ink and I button. Paper is a problem with the printer. Pull out the CD/DVD tray, then press the I lights are at the end of their service life. Press down on all the installed...paper in the correct position. P light is off , wait a few moments, and turn it off Problem and Solution Paper is likely to be used with the printer. Contact Epson for CD/DVD) Parts inside the printer are flashing alternately; Error Indicators Light status I light on I light flashing H light flashing H light on...
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...of letter-size plain paper, 100 sheets of Presentation Paper Matte, or 80 sheets of the Sheet Feeder - Load other special papers one of Epson Bright White Paper. If paper is stuck in the sheet feeder, gently pull it from the sheet feeder. Close the cover. Then reload ...tightly). ■ Do not load too many sheets at once. Printing Problems ■ Make sure your printer. Then carefully reload paper and press the I paper button. 26 Solving Problems Don't load paper above the arrow mark inside , open the printer cover, then remove the jammed paper and torn pieces. Load up to...
...of letter-size plain paper, 100 sheets of Presentation Paper Matte, or 80 sheets of the Sheet Feeder - Load other special papers one of Epson Bright White Paper. If paper is stuck in the sheet feeder, gently pull it from the sheet feeder. Close the cover. Then reload ...tightly). ■ Do not load too many sheets at once. Printing Problems ■ Make sure your printer. Then carefully reload paper and press the I paper button. 26 Solving Problems Don't load paper above the arrow mark inside , open the printer cover, then remove the jammed paper and torn pieces. Load up to...
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...head needs cleaning. ■ If you notice jagged vertical lines, you may need to clean the print head (see page 17). Problems and Solutions 27 See your Epson Information Center for instructions. ■ The ink cartridges may need to align the print head. This unclogs the nozzles so they ...if necessary (see page 20). Check your printouts or they can deliver ink properly. Print Quality Problems If you have any problems with the print quality, try these solutions: ■ Make sure the printer is not tilted or placed on ink. Remove sheets from the output tray so not too many...
...head needs cleaning. ■ If you notice jagged vertical lines, you may need to clean the print head (see page 17). Problems and Solutions 27 See your Epson Information Center for instructions. ■ The ink cartridges may need to align the print head. This unclogs the nozzles so they ...if necessary (see page 20). Check your printouts or they can deliver ink properly. Print Quality Problems If you have any problems with the print quality, try these solutions: ■ Make sure the printer is not tilted or placed on ink. Remove sheets from the output tray so not too many...
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...the standards. An Epson service technician will ship a replacement printer to other locations will be made freight collect. Trade Name: Epson Type of original purchase. What Epson Will Do To Correct Problems: Should your Epson printer prove defective during the warranty period, please call the Epson Connection at (562...period of one (1) year from defects in the United States or Canada, will be free from the date of Product: Printer Model: B412B Epson America, Inc. Operation is identical to the representative unit tested and found to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15 for warranty ...
...the standards. An Epson service technician will ship a replacement printer to other locations will be made freight collect. Trade Name: Epson Type of original purchase. What Epson Will Do To Correct Problems: Should your Epson printer prove defective during the warranty period, please call the Epson Connection at (562...period of one (1) year from defects in the United States or Canada, will be free from the date of Product: Printer Model: B412B Epson America, Inc. Operation is identical to the representative unit tested and found to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15 for warranty ...
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...printer or part may be new or refurbished to the Epson standard of quality, and, at Epson's option, may be properly maintained or fail to be another model of misuse, abuse, improper installation, neglect, improper shipping, damage caused by disasters such as fire, flood, and lightning, improper electrical current, software problems, interaction with non-Epson... products, or service other than by Epson. SOME LAWS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES. When ...
...printer or part may be new or refurbished to the Epson standard of quality, and, at Epson's option, may be properly maintained or fail to be another model of misuse, abuse, improper installation, neglect, improper shipping, damage caused by disasters such as fire, flood, and lightning, improper electrical current, software problems, interaction with non-Epson... products, or service other than by Epson. SOME LAWS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES. When ...
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... Help or ? Quick Guide Get basic instructions for solutions to common problems. You can download drivers and documentation, get FAQs and troubleshooting advice, or e-mail Epson with your printer is turned on and the cable is closed completely. Technical Support Internet Support... Visit Epson's support website at both ends. • Close your product for printing, maintenance, and problem solving. Solving problems The printer makes noise after 5 minutes...
... Help or ? Quick Guide Get basic instructions for solutions to common problems. You can download drivers and documentation, get FAQs and troubleshooting advice, or e-mail Epson with your printer is turned on and the cable is closed completely. Technical Support Internet Support... Visit Epson's support website at both ends. • Close your product for printing, maintenance, and problem solving. Solving problems The printer makes noise after 5 minutes...