Notes When Using The Printer; Notes When Not Using The Printer - Epson ML-13000 User Manual

ML-13000 User's Manual

Notes When Using the Printer

Note the following points when using this printer to avoid breakdowns, malfunctions, and print quality decline.
❏ When using the printer, observe the operating temperature and humidity range described in the
"Specifications Table".
"Specifications" on page 386
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Note, however, that the desired results may not be achieved if the temperature and humidity are within the
limits for the printer but not within those for the fabric. Be sure the operating conditions suit the fabric. For
more information, see the user's manual for the fabric.
Also, when operating in dry areas, air conditioned environments, or under direct sunlight, maintain the
appropriate humidity.
❏ Avoid using the printer in locations with heat sources or that are exposed to direct draughts from ventilators
or air conditioners. The print head nozzles could dry out and clog.
❏ Do not bend or tug the waste ink tube. Ink could spill inside or around the printer.
❏ Maintenance such as cleaning and replacement must be performed according to usage frequency or at
recommended intervals. Failure to perform regular maintenance could result in loss of print quality. In the
absence of the appropriate maintenance, continued use could damage the print head.
"When to Perform Various Maintenance Operations" on page 156
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❏ The print head may not be capped* if the printer is turned off when the fabric is jammed or an error has
occurred. In this case, turn on the power and wait a while until capping is performed automatically. If capping
is not performed automatically for more than 20 minutes, perform manual capping.
"Capping the Print Head" on page 249
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*: Capping is a function that automatically covers the print head to prevent it from drying out.
When capped, the print head is positioned at the front left edge.
❏ When the power is on, do not remove the power plug from the power outlet or cut the power at the main
power switch. The print head may not be capped properly. In this case, turn on the power and wait a while
until capping is performed automatically.
❏ When Maintenance Cleaning is On, the print head is automatically cleaned at a fixed interval after printing to
keep the nozzles from clogging.
Be sure that the waste ink bottle is placed whenever the printer is on.
❏ As well as being expended during printing, ink is used during head cleaning and other maintenance required
to keep the print head in working order.

Notes When Not Using the Printer

If you are not using it, note the following points when storing the printer. If it is not stored correctly, you may not
be able to print properly the next time it is used.
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