Epson Stylus Photo R1800 Service Manual page 64

EPSON Stylus Photo R1800/R2400
Observed Faults Details of the Fault
The printout is The non-printed side or the
stained with ink. bottom of the printout is dirty
with ink.
When the paper size in the
sent print data is larger than
the size of the fed paper, data
are printed on the Front
Paper Guide, extending off
the paper.
Ink smudges appear on the
blank area of the printout.
Troubleshooting
Table 3-13. Print Quality Troubles
Faulty Part/
Part Name
Front Paper 1. Check that heaps of ink are not formed on the Front Paper
Guide Pad Guide Pad and that the Front Paper Guide Pad is installed
securely and evenly in the setting position.
Front Paper Guide Pad
PW sensor 1. Check that the PW Sensor FFC is connected.
2. Check that the PW Sensor is not faulty.
Paper EJ Frame 1. Check the Star Wheel Rollers for ink stain.
Assy.
Front Paper 1. Check the Front Paper Guide for ink stain.
Guide
Front Paper 1. Check if ink heaps are formed on the Front Paper Guide
Guide Pad Pad.
Overview
Check Point
Front Paper Guide
Revision B
Remedy
1. If heaps of ink are formed, replace the
Front Paper Guide. If it has been confirmed
that the Ink pads have risen, reinstall the
Front Paper Guide Pad correctly.
1. Connect the PW Sensor FFC.
2. Replace the PW Sensor with a new one.
1. Clean the Star Wheel Rollers with a soft
cloth.
1. Clean the Front Paper Guide with a soft
cloth.
1. Replace the Front Paper Guide with a new
one.
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