Epson Stylus Photo 1400 User Manual page 55

8. Remove the new cartridge from its package.
Caution:
Do not touch the green IC chip on the side of the cartridge. Doing so may prevent
normal operation and printing.
9. Remove the yellow tape from the bottom of the ink cartridge.
Caution:
You must remove the yellow tape from the cartridge before you install it;
otherwise, print quality may decline or you may not be able to print.
Don't remove any other seals from the cartridge; this can cause leakage.
Replacing an Ink Cartridge
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