Overview; Replacing The Ink Cartridges; Replacing A Low Or Empty Ink Cartridge - Epson Stylus COLOR 900 Service Manual

EPSON Stylus COLOR 900/900N

6.1 Overview

This section describes how to solve printer problems using routine
maintenance procedures. It also describes the procedures you should
follow to clean and lubricate the printer.
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To replace the ink cartridges, see
on page 154.
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To clean the printhead when you suspect that it's clogged with ink,
see "Cleaning the Printhead"
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When the printer LEDs display the maintenance error and you have
to replace the waste ink pads, see
Pads" on page 157.
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To replace the battery on the main logic board, see
Battery" on page 157.
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To clean inside and outside the printer, see
on page 158.
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To lubricate the printer, see

"Replacing the Ink Cartridges"

on page 156.
"Replacing the Waste Ink
"Replacing the
"Cleaning the Printer"
"Lubrication" on page 158.
6.2 Replacing the Ink Cartridges
When the black or color ink out light flashes, the indicated cartridge is
low on ink. When the light stays on, the cartridge is empty and you need
to replace it.
Use these EPSON ink cartridges before the expiration date on the
package:
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Black ink cartridge T003011
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Color ink cartridge T005011
C A U T I O N
To prevent damage to the printhead, do not reinstall an
ink cartridge after removing it. Reinstalling used ink
cartridges lets air in and causes the Ink Consumption
Counter to lose track of the actual ink supply.
Eventually, the ink cartridges may run out and damage
the printhead.

6.2.1 Replacing a Low or Empty Ink Cartridge

When the black or color Ink Out light is flashing or on, follow these steps
to replace the ink cartridges:
1. Make sure the printer is turned on and not printing.
2. Press the Cleaning button and hold it down for three seconds. The
carriage moves to the black or color ink cartridge replacement
position, depending on which cartridge is empty.
3. Remove the new ink cartridge from its packaging, and then remove
only the yellow part of the tape seal from the top of the cartridge.
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