Examining The Nozzle Check Pattern; Replacing An Ink Cartridge - Epson Stylus Color 600Q User Manual

Maintenance and Transportation
Caution:
For best results, don't
replace an ink cartridge
unless its ink out light is
flashing or on.
If ink runs out, you can't
continue printing, even if
ink remains in the other
cartridge.
To ensure good results, use
genuine EPSON cartridges
and do not refill them. Other
products may cause damage
to your printer not covered
by EPSON's warranty.

Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern

Examine the nozzle check pattern you print. It should look
something like this, with the lower pattern colored cyan,
magenta, and yellow:
W0186B
Each staggered horizontal and straight vertical line should be
complete, with no gaps in the dot pattern. If your printout
looks okay, you're done. If any dots are missing, clean the
print heads again, as explained in the previous sections.

Replacing an Ink Cartridge

When a black or
cartridge is low on ink. This is a good time to make sure you
have a new cartridge. When the light stays on, the cartridge is
empty and you need to replace it.
Use these ink cartridges within six months of
EPSON
installing them and before the expiration date on the package:
Black ink cartridge S020093
Color ink cartridge S020089
When you need new ink cartridges, contact your dealer or
call Accessories at (800) 873-7766 (U.S. only). In
EPSON
Canada, please call (800) 873-7766 for dealer referral.
5-4
color ink out light flashes, the indicated