Epson LX–350 User Manual page 65

The printer does not print
The Pause light is off but nothing is printed.
Cause
The software may not be installed properly.
The interface cable may not match the
specifications of the printer or computer.
The printer port may not be set correctly.
The printer has been turned off using the Power
off timer function.
The Paper Out and Pause lights are on and the printer beeps three times.
Cause
The printer may be out of paper.
The printer sounds like it is printing, but nothing is printed.
Cause
The ribbon cartridge may not be installed
properly.
The ribbon may be worn out.
The printer makes a strange noise, the beeper sounds five times, and the printer stops abruptly.
Cause
The paper or ribbon may be jammed.
The printer may have overheated.
The beeper sounds five times and all the lights blink.
Cause
An error has occurred.
The print is faint or uneven
Printed characters have parts missing at the bottom.
Cause
The ribbon cartridge may not be installed
properly.
The printout is faint.
Cause
The ribbon may be worn out.
What to do
Check that the software is installed properly for your printer,
as described in the Start Here or the Setup Guide. Check the
software's printer settings.
Check both ends of the interface cable. Make sure the cable
meets both the printer and computer specifications.
For Windows 2000, click Start, point to Settings, then click
Printers. For Windows XP, click Start, Control Panel, then
click Printers and Faxes. For Windows Vista, click Start,
Control Panel, then click Printer. For Windows 7, click Start,
Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, then click Device and
Printer.
When the icon of the printer you are using appears, right-click
it and select Properties (Windows Vista, XP, and 2000) or
Printer Properties (Windows 7). Then, click the Ports or
Details tab and select the appropriate port.
When Power off timer is enabled, the printer turns off even if
the power switch is in the ON position. Turn off the power
switch and then turn it back on. See
What to do
Load paper in the printer.
What to do
See the Start Here or the Setup Guide.
Replace the ribbon cartridge.
What to do
Turn off the printer and check for a paper jam, a ribbon jam
or other problems.
Let the printer cool. Then try to print again. If the printer still
does not print correctly contact your dealer.
What to do
Turn off the printer and turn it on again. If the problem
persists, check for a paper jam or ribbon jam. If there is no
jam, contact your dealer or a qualified service person. (If an
error occurs when you switch between single sheets and
continuous paper, make sure the paper release lever is in the
correct position.)
What to do
See Replacing the Ribbon Cartridge.
What to do
Replace the ribbon cartridge as described in
Ribbon Cartridge.
Default Setting mode.
Replacing the