Using the Print Head Alignment utility for Mac OS X
Follow the steps below to align the print head using the Print Head Alignment utility.
A
Make sure that no warnings or errors are indicated in the control panel.
B
Make sure A4-size paper is loaded in the rear paper feed.
C
Access the Epson Printer Utility 4.
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“Accessing the printer driver for Mac OS X” on page 22
D
Click the
Print Head Alignment
icon.
E
Follow the on-screen instructions to align the print head.
Replacing Ink inside the Ink Tubes
If you have not used the product for a long time and notice banding or missing colors in the printouts, you may
need to replace the ink inside the ink tubes to solve the problem.
The Power Ink Flushing utility allows you to replace all of the ink inside the ink tubes.
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Important:
This function consumes a lot of ink. Before using this function, make sure there is enough ink in the product’s ink
tanks. If there is not enough ink, refill the ink tanks.
Note:
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This function effects the service life of the ink pads. Ink pads reach their capacity earlier by running this function.
Contact Epson Support or an authorised Epson service provider to request replacement before the end of their
service life. It is not a user-serviceable part.
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After using the Power Ink Flushing utility, turn the product off and wait for at least twelve hours. Using this
function improves the print quality after twelve hours, however it cannot be used again within twelve hours of the
last use. If you still cannot solve the problem after trying all of the methods above, contact Epson support.
Using the Power Ink Flushing utility for Windows
Follow the steps below to use the Power Ink Flushing utility.
A
Make sure that the transportation lock is set to the unlocked
position.
B
Make sure that no warnings or errors are indicated in the control panel.
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