Epson Stylus Photo 1200 Printer Basics Manual page 38

5. Remove the new ink cartridge from
its packaging.
6. Remove only the yellow part of the
tape seal on top as shown:
Don't pull off the blue portion or try to
remove the clear seal underneath the
cartridge.
7. Lower the new ink cartridge into its
holder with the label facing up and
toward the back of the printer.
8. Press down the ink cartridge clamp until
it locks in place.
9. If you need to replace the other ink
cartridge, repeat steps 3 through 8 before
going on to step 10.
10. Press the R cleaning button and close the printer cover.
The printer moves the print head and begins charging the ink delivery system.
The P power light flashes, and the printer makes various sounds.
Charging takes about one minute. When it's finished, the P power light stops
flashing and stays on.
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You must remove the yellow tape from the top of the
cartridge or you will permanently damage it. Do not remove
the clear seal from the bottom of the cartridge; ink will
leak out.
Never turn off the printer while the P power light is flashing,
unless the printer hasn't moved or made noise for more than
5 minutes.
Remove the yellow tape
Black cartridge Color cartridge