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Epson WorkForce™ 500 Series Quick Guide Basic Printing, Copying, Scanning, and Faxing Maintaining Your All-in-One Solving Problems
Epson WorkForce™ 500 Series Quick Guide Basic Printing, Copying, Scanning, and Faxing Maintaining Your All-in-One Solving Problems
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Maintaining Your All-in-One 32 Checking the Print Head Nozzles 32 Cleaning the Print Head 33 Checking the Ink Cartridge Status 34 Purchasing Epson Ink Cartridges 35 Replacing Ink Cartridges 36 Solving Problems 38 Checking for Software Updates 38 Problems and Solutions 38 Where To Get Help 41 Notices 42 Contents 3
Maintaining Your All-in-One 32 Checking the Print Head Nozzles 32 Cleaning the Print Head 33 Checking the Ink Cartridge Status 34 Purchasing Epson Ink Cartridges 35 Replacing Ink Cartridges 36 Solving Problems 38 Checking for Software Updates 38 Problems and Solutions 38 Where To Get Help 41 Notices 42 Contents 3
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... the display screen anytime, follow these Epson offers the first time you try to replace the cartridge, if necessary. Note: If you have installed a High Capacity (68) ink cartridge, the error message on ink. This is not a problem, however, because the WorkForce 500 Series recognizes that is connected to print when ink is low. Press... computer screen when you try to the Internet, you may show it is low. A window may appear on your screen may see the instructions in -One Click Accept or Decline.
... the display screen anytime, follow these Epson offers the first time you try to replace the cartridge, if necessary. Note: If you have installed a High Capacity (68) ink cartridge, the error message on ink. This is not a problem, however, because the WorkForce 500 Series recognizes that is connected to print when ink is low. Press... computer screen when you try to the Internet, you may show it is low. A window may appear on your screen may see the instructions in -One Click Accept or Decline.
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...against the right edge guide. Printing and Copying Problems ■ Make sure your paper is in -one. Checking for free updates to diagnose the cause of most problems. You can also click or Start, select All Programs or Programs, select EPSON, and click EPSON WorkForce 500 Series Driver Update. Open your... brighter, or glossy side). With Windows, you 're having trouble using your on the Maintenance tab in the printer settings window. Also select EPSON Scan and click EPSON WorkForce 500 Series Scanner Driver Update. Press any button (except the P On button) to save power.
...against the right edge guide. Printing and Copying Problems ■ Make sure your paper is in -one. Checking for free updates to diagnose the cause of most problems. You can also click or Start, select All Programs or Programs, select EPSON, and click EPSON WorkForce 500 Series Driver Update. Open your... brighter, or glossy side). With Windows, you 're having trouble using your on the Maintenance tab in the printer settings window. Also select EPSON Scan and click EPSON WorkForce 500 Series Scanner Driver Update. Press any button (except the P On button) to save power.
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Paper Feeding Problems If paper doesn't feed correctly when printing, remove the paper and flip through the stack to eject the jammed paper. ...jammed: 1. Then lift the scanner, remove the jammed paper and torn pieces, close the scanner, and turn off the printer. Letter-size paper is still jammed, gently pull it . If paper is positioned against it out from the edges slightly....or in the Automatic Document Feeder, make sure the corners of the paper are cropped, move your printer software (see page 30). ■ Use the Automatic Document Feeder to fax or scan legal-size documents, but not...
Paper Feeding Problems If paper doesn't feed correctly when printing, remove the paper and flip through the stack to eject the jammed paper. ...jammed: 1. Then lift the scanner, remove the jammed paper and torn pieces, close the scanner, and turn off the printer. Letter-size paper is still jammed, gently pull it . If paper is positioned against it out from the edges slightly....or in the Automatic Document Feeder, make sure the corners of the paper are cropped, move your printer software (see page 30). ■ Use the Automatic Document Feeder to fax or scan legal-size documents, but not...
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Faxing Problems ■ Make sure the recipient's fax machine is turned on and working. ■ Make sure the LINE port on the WorkForce 500 Series is connected to a telephone wall jack. Verify that the telephone wall jack works by connecting a phone to it. ■ If the .... Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the display screen. 3. Press OK to the EXT. Print Quality Problems ■ For the best print quality, use a small amount of glass cleaner on -screen Epson Information Center for the necessary filter. ■ If fax calls are disconnected when you 're copying, place ...
Faxing Problems ■ Make sure the recipient's fax machine is turned on and working. ■ Make sure the LINE port on the WorkForce 500 Series is connected to a telephone wall jack. Verify that the telephone wall jack works by connecting a phone to it. ■ If the .... Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the display screen. 3. Press OK to the EXT. Print Quality Problems ■ For the best print quality, use a small amount of glass cleaner on -screen Epson Information Center for the necessary filter. ■ If fax calls are disconnected when you 're copying, place ...
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... following information ready: ■ Product name (Epson WorkForce 500 Series) ■ Product serial number (located on the label in back) ■ Proof of purchase (such as a store receipt) and date of purchase ■ Computer configuration and description of the problem Then call: ■ U.S.: (562) 276... Before you call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Purchase Supplies and Accessories You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper at Epson Supplies Central at epson.com/support and select your questions. Other Software Technical Support ArcSoft Print Creations™ Phone: (510...
... following information ready: ■ Product name (Epson WorkForce 500 Series) ■ Product serial number (located on the label in back) ■ Proof of purchase (such as a store receipt) and date of purchase ■ Computer configuration and description of the problem Then call: ■ U.S.: (562) 276... Before you call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Purchase Supplies and Accessories You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper at Epson Supplies Central at epson.com/support and select your questions. Other Software Technical Support ArcSoft Print Creations™ Phone: (510...
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... controls that contain flammable gases inside the product or touch any cartridges during printing. ■ Install a new ink cartridge immediately after a thorough flushing,...around the ink supply port. there may be ink remaining around the printer. Do not touch the ink cartridge ink supply port or surrounding ...chemical cleansers. ■ If the LCD screen is damaged, contact Epson. ■ Do not use , protect the ink supply area ...immediately with soap and water. If discomfort or vision problems remain after removing an expended one. Except as the product. LCD Screen Safety ...
... controls that contain flammable gases inside the product or touch any cartridges during printing. ■ Install a new ink cartridge immediately after a thorough flushing,...around the ink supply port. there may be ink remaining around the printer. Do not touch the ink cartridge ink supply port or surrounding ...chemical cleansers. ■ If the LCD screen is damaged, contact Epson. ■ Do not use , protect the ink supply area ...immediately with soap and water. If discomfort or vision problems remain after removing an expended one. Except as the product. LCD Screen Safety ...
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..., damage caused by disasters such as fire, flood, and lightning, improper electrical current, software problems, interaction with non-Epson products, or service other rights which vary from jurisdiction to the Epson product after its shipment from such use will not be covered under this product for reprinting. damage...This warranty is not responsible for the costs incurred. This warranty does not cover any color change or fading of prints or reimbursement of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you may have other than ...
..., damage caused by disasters such as fire, flood, and lightning, improper electrical current, software problems, interaction with non-Epson products, or service other rights which vary from jurisdiction to the Epson product after its shipment from such use will not be covered under this product for reprinting. damage...This warranty is not responsible for the costs incurred. This warranty does not cover any color change or fading of prints or reimbursement of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you may have other than ...
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...Epson, PRINT Image Matching, and the PRINT Image Matching logo are for any use with Seiko Epson Corporation's operating and maintenance instructions. While some countries' laws permit limited copying or reuse of copyrighted material in certain circumstances, those circumstances may be responsible and respectful of Seiko Epson Corporation. WorkForce is a trademark and Epson... those marks. This information is a service mark of this Epson product. No part of this product or third parties for any damages or problems arising from the use of this publication may not be liable...
...Epson, PRINT Image Matching, and the PRINT Image Matching logo are for any use with Seiko Epson Corporation's operating and maintenance instructions. While some countries' laws permit limited copying or reuse of copyrighted material in certain circumstances, those circumstances may be responsible and respectful of Seiko Epson Corporation. WorkForce is a trademark and Epson... those marks. This information is a service mark of this Epson product. No part of this product or third parties for any damages or problems arising from the use of this publication may not be liable...
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... support are subject to add the WorkForce 500 Series. 9 Click Next again, if necessary. 10 When you see this screen, click Open the Printer List. 8 Follow the steps on -screen Epson Information Center. Speak to a Support Representative Call (562) 276-4382 (U.S.) or (905) 709-3839 (Canada), 6 AM to print, copy, scan, and fax! On-screen...
... support are subject to add the WorkForce 500 Series. 9 Click Next again, if necessary. 10 When you see this screen, click Open the Printer List. 8 Follow the steps on -screen Epson Information Center. Speak to a Support Representative Call (562) 276-4382 (U.S.) or (905) 709-3839 (Canada), 6 AM to print, copy, scan, and fax! On-screen...