Overview; Cleaning; Service Maintenance; Head Cleaning - Epson Stylus PHOTO 2000P Service Manual

EPSON Stylus PHOTO 2000P

6.1 Overview

This section describes points and procedures for maintaining the printer
in its optimum condition.

6.1.1 Cleaning

The printer has no mechanical components which require regular
cleaning. Therefore, note that the points suggested below are only to
check for dirt, and cleaning should be performed upon necessity.
Never use chemical solvents, such as thinner, to clean the
C A U T I O N
printer. These chemicals can damage the printer
components.
Be careful not to damage the components in attempt to
clean inside the printer.
Do not scratch the surface of "ROLLER, ASSEMBLY, PF".
(Use a soft brush to wipe off the dust, or use a soft cloth
moistened with alcohol.)
Housing:
Use a soft clean cloth moistened with water to wipe off any dirt. If the
housing is stained with ink, use a cloth moistened with neutral
detergent to wipe it off.
Inside the Printer:
Use a vacuum cleaner to remove any paper dust.
MAINTENANCE

6.1.2 Service Maintenance

To keep the function of this product, service maintenance is required
besides cleaning. Service maintenance is basically carried out by service
person besides head cleaning.

Head cleaning

Should be performed when the print out shoes abnormality such as
dot missing and white line. (See Section 6.1.2.1.)
Paper eject roller cleaning
Should be performed when the paper eject roller becomes dirty with
ink. (See Section 6.1.2.2.)
ASF roller cleaning
Should be performed when the special paper cannot be loaded or
when any skew occurs. (See Section 6.1.2.3.)
Maintenance request error clear
Should be performed when the maintenance request error is
indicated. (See Section 6.1.2.4.)
6.1.2.1 Head Cleaning
The printer has a built-in head cleaning function, which is activated
through the control panel operation. Run a head cleaning in the following
order:
1. Confirm that the printer is in stand-by state. (The power lamp is not
blinking.)
2. Hold down the cleaning button on the control panel for 3 seconds or
longer. (The power LED blinks during the cleaning.)
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