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Maintaining the Printer
Checking the Consumables Status
You can check the approximate ink levels and the approximate service life of the maintenance box from the control
panel or the computer.
Checking the Ink Levels
Tap
on the home screen and select Consumables/Others to display the approximate remaining
ink levels.
Two black ink cartridges are installed in this printer. Since ink cartridges switch automatically, you
can continue printing even if either one of them is low.
When using the printer driver, you can also check from your computer. For Windows users, note that
you need to install EPSON Status Monitor 3 to enable this feature.
Note:
You can continue printing while the ink low message is displayed. Replace the ink cartridges when required.
Checking the Available Space in the Maintenance Box
Tap
on the home screen and select Consumables/Others to display the approximate available
space in the maintenance box.
When using the printer driver, you can also check from your computer. For Windows users, note that
you need to install EPSON Status Monitor 3 to enable this feature.
Related Information
"It is Time to Replace the Ink Cartridges" on page 286
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"It is Time to Replace the Maintenance Box" on page 287
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"Guide to Windows Printer Driver" on page 403
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Improving Print, Copy, Scan, and Fax Quality
Checking the Clogged Nozzles
If the nozzles are clogged, the printouts become faint, or banding may appear. When there is a problem in printing
quality or when printing large quantities, we recommend using the nozzle check feature. If the nozzles are clogged,
clean the print head.
Important:
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Do not open the ink cartridge cover or turn off the printer during head cleaning. If the head cleaning is incomplete,
you may not be able to print.
Note:
❏ Because print head cleaning uses some ink, it may not be performed when ink is low.
❏ Drying causes clogging. To prevent the print head from drying out, always turn the printer off by pressing the
Do not unplug the printer while the power is on.
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