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Epson WorkForce 30 Series Quick Manual

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Epson WorkForce 30 Series

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Basic Printing
Maintaining Your Printer
Solving Problems

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  • Page 1: Quick Guide

    ™ Epson WorkForce 30 Series Quick Guide Basic Printing Maintaining Your Printer Solving Problems...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Selecting the Correct Paper Type ......15 Maintaining Your Printer ......16 Checking the Print Head Nozzles .

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Get the basic steps for printing from your computer ■ Perform routine maintenance ■ Solve simple problems For additional instructions, see the online Epson Information Center by clicking the WorkForce 30 Series Info Center can also click Start select WorkForce 30 Series Info Center...

  • Page 4: Loading Paper

    Loading Paper 1. Open the paper support. 2. Open the output tray and pull out the extensions. 3. Squeeze the tab on the edge guide and slide it left. Loading Paper...
  • Page 5 The type of paper you choose affects the way your printout looks, so be sure to select the correct paper for your job. If you are just printing a rough draft, plain paper is fine. However, for the best results, you’ll want to use one of Epson’s special ink jet papers designed for your printer.

  • Page 6: Using Special Papers

    Paper type Epson Bright White Paper Epson Photo Paper Glossy Epson Premium Photo Paper Glossy Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy Epson Premium Photo Paper Semi- gloss Epson Presentation Paper Matte Epson Premium Presentation Paper...
  • Page 7 You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper at Epson Supplies Central www.epson.com/ink3 (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). You can also purchase supplies from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest one, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Size Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) Letter (8.5 ×...

  • Page 8: Basic Printing

    WorkForce 30 Series printer to your computer as described on the Start Here sheet. Tip: It’s a good idea to check for updates to your WorkForce 30 Series software (see page 24 for instructions). Printing in Windows 1. Load paper (see page 4).
  • Page 9 Advanced tab. 6. For more printing options, click the Note: For more information about basic print settings or advanced settings, click Help button or see your online Epson Information Center. is selected, then click the button. , or button, click it.

  • Page 10: Printing With A Macintosh

    6. Select the basic copy and page settings. For borderless photos, choose a setting with a Size Basic Printing ® operating system. Print as the Printer setting. Select EPSON WorkForce 30 Sheet Feeder - Borderless tab and Page Layout to start printing. This Print Cancel printing Click to expand option.
  • Page 11 Note: If the setting you want isn’t shown (for example, Scale), check for it in your application before printing. Or check for it in the settings for your application at the bottom of this window. 7. Choose Print Settings settings: from the pop-up menu, and select the following print Copy and page settings...
  • Page 12 8. Choose any other printing options you may need from the pop-up menu. See the online Epson Information Center for details. 9. Click Print 10. To monitor your print job, click the Cancel printing Pause or resume printing Select the print job Mac OS X 10.3 to 10.4...
  • Page 13 In certain programs, you may need to select Advanced before you can select Print Settings. For more information about printer settings, click the 7. Choose any other printing options you may need from the pop-up menu. See your online Epson Information Center for details. 8. Click the Advanced...
  • Page 14 You see a screen like this: Cancel printing Select the print job 11. When you’re finished, close the printer window. Basic Printing Pause or resume printing printer icon when it...

  • Page 15: Selecting The Correct Paper Type

    For this paper Plain paper Epson Bright White Paper Epson Presentation Paper Matte Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy Epson Premium Photo Paper Glossy Epson Photo Paper Glossy Epson Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte...

  • Page 16: Maintaining Your Printer

    “Replacing Ink Cartridges” on page 19 Caution: To keep your WorkForce 30 Series looking like new, don’t place anything on top of the cover or use it as a writing surface. If you need to clean the cover, use only a soft, non- abrasive microfiber-type cloth.

  • Page 17: Cleaning The Print Head

    (see page 19). Tip: If you do not use your printer often, it is a good idea to print a few pages at least once a month to maintain good print quality. ink light is off.

  • Page 18: Checking The Ink Cartridge Status

    Epson Information Center for more information. Note: The WorkForce 30 Series requires two black ink cartridges. If you install different sizes of black ink cartridges (one high capacity and one standard capacity) in the printer at the same time, the black ink level indicators in the printer software may show one black cartridge being used more quickly than the other.

  • Page 19: Replacing Ink Cartridges

    The 68 High Capacity color ink cartridges are available only online. We recommend that you use genuine Epson cartridges and do not refill them. The use of other products may affect your print quality and could result in printer damage.
  • Page 20 Caution: Do not move the print head by hand; this may damage the printer. Always press ink button to move it. Do not touch the flat white cable inside the WorkForce 30 Series. 4. Press the ink button again. ■...
  • Page 21 5. Open the cartridge cover. Caution: Never attempt to open the cartridge cover when the print head is moving. Wait until the cartridges have moved to the replacement position. 6. Squeeze the tab at the back of the cartridge and lift it straight out. Dispose of it carefully.
  • Page 22 Do not remove any other seals from the cartridges. 9. Place the new ink cartridge into the cartridge holder and push it down until it clicks into place. Maintaining Your Printer...
  • Page 23 P power light stops flashing and remains on, and the Caution: Never turn off the printer while the P power light is flashing or you’ll waste ink. If you removed a low or expended ink cartridge, you cannot reinstall and use the cartridge.

  • Page 24: Solving Problems

    Solving Problems If you have a problem with your WorkForce 30 Series printer, check the lights on the control panel to diagnose the cause. You can also check “Problems and Solutions” on page 26 for basic troubleshooting suggestions, or double-click the...

  • Page 25: Error Indicators

    Then reload the paper; see page 4. See page 26. See page 18. See page 18. Contact Epson; see page 28. Turn the printer off and then back on. If the error does not clear, contact Epson; see page 28.

  • Page 26: Paper Feeding Problems

    ■ Do not load too many sheets at once (up to 20 sheets of photo or matte paper and 100 sheets of 20 lb plain paper). See the online Epson Information Center for more information. ■...
  • Page 27 Make sure the type of paper you loaded matches the paper size and paper type settings in your printer software (see page 15). ■ For the best print quality, use Epson special paper (see page 6) and genuine Epson ink cartridges (see page 18). ■...

  • Page 28: Where To Get Help

    Purchase Supplies and Accessories You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper at Epson Supplies Central at www.epson.com/ink3 (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). You can also purchase supplies from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest one, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766).

  • Page 29: Notices

    Notices Important Safety Instructions Before using your WorkForce 30 Series printer, read and follow these safety instructions: ■ Be sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer. ■ Use only the type of power source indicated on the printer label.

  • Page 30: Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions

    ■ When storing or transporting the printer, do not tilt it, stand it on its side, or turn it upside down; otherwise ink may leak from the cartridges. ■ When connecting the printer to a computer or other device with a cable, ensure the correct orientation of the connectors.

  • Page 31: Fcc Compliance Statement

    ■ After bringing an ink cartridge inside from a cold storage site, allow it to warm up at room temperature for at least three hours before using it. ■ Store ink cartridges with their labels facing upward. Do not store cartridges upside down.

  • Page 32: Declaration Of Conformity

    Declaration of Conformity According to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15 for: Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals; and/or CPU Boards and Power Supplies used with Class B Personal Computers: Epson America, Inc. Located at: MS 3-13 3840 Kilroy Airport Way...

  • Page 33: Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty

    Epson or its authorized service center, where the printer will be repaired and sent back to you. You are responsible for packing the printer and for all costs to and from the Epson authorized service center. When warranty service involves the exchange of the printer or a part, the item replaced becomes Epson property.
  • Page 34 Epson Authorized Servicer. If a claimed defect cannot be identified or reproduced, you will be held responsible for the costs incurred. THE WARRANTY AND REMEDY PROVIDED ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN...

  • Page 35: A Note Concerning Responsible Use Of Copyrighted Materials

    (excluding the U.S.) failure to strictly comply with Seiko Epson Corporation’s operating and maintenance instructions. Seiko Epson Corporation shall not be liable for any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those designated as Original Epson Products or Epson Approved Products by Seiko Epson Corporation.
  • Page 36 CPD-25609 Printed in XXXXXX...

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