Epson SureColor P Series Setup And Maintenance

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P7500/P9500 Series
Setup and Maintenance

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  • Page 1 Epson SureColor ® ® P7500/P9500 Series Setup and Maintenance...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Unpacking and assembling the printer ....................3 Assembling the stand ........................5 Mounting the printer on the stand ..................... 6 Attaching the paper basket ......................7 Completing setup and connecting the power cord ..............13 Installing ink ........................... 16 Loading paper in the printer ......................
  • Page 4: Unpacking And Assembling The Printer

    Unpacking and assembling the printer Unpacking and assembling the printer ® Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the illustrations in this guide show the SureColor P9500 Series, but the instructions apply to all models. Follow these steps to assemble your printer and its stand. Before you begin, make sure you have enough space to set up and use the printer—at least 12 inches (305 mm) on all sides in addition to the dimensions of the printer and stand: •...
  • Page 5 Unpacking and assembling the printer The following items are included with your printer: Printer ×2 (SureColor P7500 Series) ×5 (SureColor P9500 Series) ×2 ×12 Paper Basket ×2 ×2 Stand ×6 ×2...
  • Page 6: Assembling The Stand

    Assembling the stand Assembling the stand Note: You should use two people to assemble the stand. Insert the strut into the sides of the stand (labeled and fasten it with three bolts on each side. Use the hex wrench to tighten the bolts. Note: Make sure you tighten all bolts before moving to the next step.
  • Page 7: Mounting The Printer On The Stand

    Mounting the printer on the stand Mounting the printer on the stand Remove the cardboard panels and other printer packing materials. Caution: Make sure the casters are locked before lifting the printer into place. Lift the printer and mount it on the stand, aligning the pegs with the holes on the bottom of the printer.
  • Page 8: Attaching The Paper Basket

    Attaching the paper basket Attach the printer to the stand with the wing screws and washers. Attaching the paper basket The paper basket is a cloth sheet that attaches to the printer stand and catches your prints without damaging them. Note: The paper basket should not be attached if you are using the optional Auto Take-up Reel with the SureColor P9500 Series.
  • Page 9 Attaching the paper basket Hold the take-up button and turn the basket as shown. After turning it all the way, pull out the basket. Insert the round rod into the sleeve on the basket. Fully extend the basket and pass it underneath the printer stand. Make sure the basket passes under the horizontal strut on the stand.
  • Page 10 Attaching the paper basket Attach the basket loops as shown and snap the rod into the holder. Attach the square clips to the back of the printer. Secure the basket loops using the clips.
  • Page 11 Attaching the paper basket Attach the side loops on the basket to the front of the stand as shown. Insert the square rods into the ends of the black plastic connectors. Insert the black plastic connectors onto the ends of the square rod.
  • Page 12 Attaching the paper basket Slide the support rod under the basket canvas. Insert the rods into the channels on the stand legs and align the holes on the rods with the holes in the stand. Slide the long bolts through the stand and rods. Make sure you insert the bolts completely, as shown.
  • Page 13 Attaching the paper basket Attach the paper basket to the bolts on each side as shown. Move the paper basket support away from the printer. Attach the paper guides to the bottom of the printer. The SureColor P9500 Series has five guides, while the SureColor P7500 Series has two.
  • Page 14: Completing Setup And Connecting The Power Cord

    Completing setup and connecting the power cord Move the paper basket support back to a vertical position. Hold the take-up button and lift the paper basket holder; then store it on the stand in the holders. Completing setup and connecting the power cord Unlock the casters and move the printer to its final location.
  • Page 15 Completing setup and connecting the power cord Remove any packing tape and plastic film. Open the roll paper cover and remove the tape and packing material. Note: Save the packing material in case you need to ship the printer.
  • Page 16 Completing setup and connecting the power cord Open the front cover and remove the tape and packing material. Note: Save the packing material in case you need to ship the printer. Close the front cover. Connect the power cord to the AC inlet on the back of the printer. Plug the power cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet.
  • Page 17: Installing Ink

    Installing ink Installing ink Use the ink cartridges that came with your printer for initial ink charging. During the initial installation process, it is normal for most of the ink in each cartridge to be used. The cartridges shipped with your printer are provided mainly to charge the ink system. Make sure you order a new set of cartridges as soon as possible.
  • Page 18 Installing ink Remove the ink cartridges from their packages, then gently shake each cartridge for about 10 seconds. Install the ink cartridges in the slots that correspond to each cartridge. Hold each cartridge with the arrow pointing toward the printer, then insert it into its slot until it clicks into place. Make sure you insert each cartridge all the way into the correct slot.
  • Page 19: Loading Paper In The Printer

    LCD screen, you are ready to Ready print. If the paper type for your Epson media is not listed, you can either download the media setting for the paper using the Epson Media Assistant on the printer driver, or create a custom paper setting.
  • Page 20: Creating A Custom Paper Setting On The Control Panel

    Paper Feed Offset Note: For more information on the individual settings, see the online User’s Guide. Installing the software Visit the support page for your product by visiting www.epson.com/support and searching for your product. On the support page, click Drivers...
  • Page 21: Updating Your Printer Firmware

    Before updating your printer’s firmware, make sure your printer is turned on, connected to your computer or network, and that the LCD screen shows the READY status. Visit the support page for your product by visiting www.epson.com/support and searching for your product.
  • Page 22: Using The Paper Basket

    Using the paper basket Using the paper basket You can extend the paper basket in front of the printer to collect longer originals, or collect paper underneath the printer to save room. Do not allow prints to pile up in the basket, or they may not be ejected correctly.
  • Page 23 Extending the basket If necessary, change the angle of the basket by adjusting the length of the looped bands. Note: You may not be able to eject paper correctly if the basket is too tight or is laying directly on the floor. To retract the basket, press the take-up button on the right side of the basket roll and place the basket roll back in the holders.
  • Page 24: Ejecting Paper Underneath The Printer

    Ejecting paper underneath the printer Ejecting paper underneath the printer Lift the paper guides. Move the paper basket support away from the printer so that the paper guides will clear the basket. Lower the paper guides so they hang straight down. Position the paper basket to catch the printed sheets.
  • Page 25: Maintenance

    Maintenance Maintenance Replacing consumables When the printer displays a message to replace a consumable, follow the directions on the LCD screen to replace the expended item. Select on the LCD screen or refer to the online User’s Guide See Description for the complete procedure.
  • Page 26: Performing A Nozzle Check

    Performing a nozzle check Performing a nozzle check While the printer automatically detects clogged nozzles on the print head, you can also manually run a nozzle check from the control panel. Note: You can also run the nozzle check remotely from the printer driver. See the online User’s Guide for instructions.
  • Page 27: Cleaning Around The Cap (Manual Maintenance)

    Cleaning around the cap (manual maintenance) Cleaning around the cap (manual maintenance) In addition to wiping the print head, you can clean around the cap area using the cleaning sticks (part number C13S090013; not included). On the LCD screen, select Maintenance >...
  • Page 28: Cleaning The Platen And Borderless Printing Pads

    Cleaning the platen and borderless printing pads Cleaning the platen and borderless printing pads If the back of your prints are dirty, you can clean the platen and the borderless printing pads. Turn off the printer, unplug it from the wall outlet, and wait one minute. Open the front cover.
  • Page 29 Cleaning the platen and borderless printing pads If paper particles have accumulated in the holes on the platen, use a toothpick or similar tool to push them through. Using a cotton swab, clean any dust or dirt from around the borderless pads as shown below.
  • Page 30: Ordering Supplies And Accessories

    Ordering supplies and accessories Ordering supplies and accessories You can purchase optional equipment and genuine EPSON ink and media from an EPSON Professional Imaging Authorized Reseller. To find the nearest reseller, visit proimaging.epson.com (U.S. sales), www.epson.ca (Canadian sales), or call 1-800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Or you can purchase online at proimaging.epson.com (U.S.
  • Page 31 Ordering supplies and accessories Replacement Parts and Optional Accessories Part Part Number 24” SpectroProofer SPECTRO24UVS 44” SpectroProofer SPECTRO44UVS ILS30EP Spectrophotometer Head (powered by X-Rite) C12C932021...
  • Page 32: Where To Get Help

    Note: If you experience difficulty with the toll-free line, call (562) 276-1305. EPSON, SureColor, and UltraChrome are registered trademarks, and EPSON Exceed Your Vision is a registered logomark of Seiko Epson Corporation. Epson Preferred is a service mark of Epson America, Inc.

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