Printing A Self Test - Epson LQ-590 Reference Manual

If a problem occurs while printing, an error message appears in
the Progress Meter window.

Printing a Self Test

Running the printer's self test helps you determine whether the
printer or the computer is causing the problem:
If the self test results are satisfactory, the printer is working
properly and the problem probably results from your printer
driver settings, application settings, computer, or interface
cable. (Be sure to use a shielded interface cable.)
If the self test does not print properly, there is a problem with
the printer. See "Problems and Solutions" on page 137 for
possible causes and solutions to the problem.
You can print the self test using either single sheets or continuous
paper. See "Loading Continuous Paper" on page 14 for
instructions on loading continuous paper, or "Loading Single
Sheets" on page 48 for instructions on loading single sheets.
Note:
Use paper of at least the following width:
Paper type
Continuous paper
Single sheet
Follow these steps to perform a self test:
1. Make sure paper is loaded and the printer is turned off.
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Problem Solver
LQ-590
241 mm
(9.5 inches)
A4 or letter size
LQ-2090
376 mm
(14.8 inches)
A3 landscape