| Home > Replacing Ink Cartridges Precautions on Ink Cartridge Replacement Read all of the instructions in this section before replacing the ink cartridges. This printer uses ink cartridges equipped with an IC chip that accurately monitors the amount of ink used by each cartridge. Even if a cartridge is removed and then later inserted again, all of its ink can be used. However, some ink is consumed each time the cartridge is inserted because the printer automatically checks its reliability. If you need to remove an ink cartridge temporarily, be sure to protect the ink supply area from dirt and dust. Store the ink cartridge in the same environment as the printer. When storing the cartridge, be sure that its label identifying the color of the ink cartridge is facing upward. Do not store ink cartridges upside down. The valve in the ink supply port is designed to contain any excess ink that may be released. However, careful handling is recommended. Do not touch the supply port of the ink cartridge or its surrounding area. Ink is consumed during the following operations: print head cleaning, self-cleaning cycle performed when the printer is turned on, and ink charging when an ink cartridge is installed. Do not refill the ink cartridges. Refilled cartridges are not monitored by the IC chip. In addition, refilled cartridges may not print clearly or effectively. Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children. Do not allow children to drink from or handle the cartridges. Be careful when you handle used ink cartridges, as there may be some ink around the ink supply port. If ink gets on your skin, wash the area thoroughly with soap and water. If ink gets into your eyes, flush them immediately with water. If discomfort or vision problems continue after a thorough flushing, see a doctor immediately. Epson recommends the use of genuine Epson ink cartridges. Other products not manufactured by Epson may cause damage that is not covered by Epson’s warranties, and under certain circumstances, may cause erratic printer behavior. Leave the old cartridge installed in the printer until you have obtained a replacement; otherwise, ink remaining in the print head nozzles may dry out. You cannot continue printing with one ink cartridge empty, even if the other cartridges still contain ink. Before printing, replace the empty cartridge. |