™ Epson WorkForce 30 Series Quick Guide Basic Printing Maintaining Your Printer Solving Problems
Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Loading Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Using Special Papers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Basic Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Printing in Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction After you have set up your Epson WorkForce™ 30 Series printer as described on the Start Here sheet, turn here to: ■ Load paper ■ 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 icon on your desktop.
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.
4. Insert the paper, printable side up, against the right edge guide and beneath the tabs. (The printable side is whiter or brighter on some papers.) Always load paper short edge first, even for landscape printing. 5. Slide the left edge guide against the left edge of the paper (but not too tightly). You can load up to 100 sheets of plain paper at 20 lb (75 g/m2) and up to 20 sheets of matte or photo paper (see the online Epson Information Center for capacity guidelines on other paper types).
Using Special Papers Epson® offers a wide array of high quality papers, making it easy to maximize the impact of your presentations and other projects. Paper type Size Part number Sheet count Epson Bright White Paper Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) S041586 500 Epson Photo Paper Glossy Borderless 4 × 6 inches S041134 S041671 S041809 S042038 20 50 50 100 Letter (8.
Paper type Size Part number Sheet count Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Double-sided Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) S041568 50 Epson Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) S041341 50 Epson Photo Quality Self-adhesive Sheets A4 (8.3 × 11.7 inches) S041106 10 Epson Iron-on Cool Peel Transfer paper Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) S041153 10 You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper at Epson Supplies CentralSM at www.epson.com/ink3 (U.S. sales) or www.epson.
Basic Printing This section describes the basic steps for printing a document or photo stored on your Windows® or Macintosh® computer. Note: For detailed instructions on printing, see the online Epson Information Center. Before you start, make sure you’ve installed your printer software and connected the 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).
4. Make sure EPSON WorkForce 30 Series is selected, then click the Preferences or Properties button. (If you see a Setup, Printer, or Options button, click it. Then click Preferences or Properties on the next screen.) 5.
7. If you want to change the layout settings, click the Page Layout tab and select settings as necessary. 8. Click OK to save your settings, then click OK or Print to start printing. This window appears and shows the progress of your print job. Check ink cartridge status Cancel printing Printing With a Macintosh See the section below for your Mac OS® operating system. Mac OS X 10.5 1. Load paper (see page 4). 2. Open your document or a photo in an application. 3. Open the File menu and select Print. 4.
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. Copy and page settings Application settings 7.
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 printer icon in the dock. Cancel printing Pause or resume printing Select the print job Mac OS X 10.3 to 10.4 1. Load paper (see page 4). 2. Open your document or a photo in an application. 3. Select Page Setup from the File menu.
5. Select Print from the File menu. You see a window like this one: Select WorkForce 30 Select Print Settings 6. Choose Print Settings from the pop-up menu and select the following settings as necessary: Select your Media Type (see page 15) Select Color or Black Ink Only output Select higher quality or faster printing (if available) Select Automatic mode Note: In certain programs, you may need to select Advanced before you can select Print Settings.
10. To monitor the progress of your print job, click the appears in the dock on the bottom of your desktop. You see a screen like this: Pause or resume printing Cancel printing Select the print job 11. When you’re finished, close the printer window.
Selecting the Correct Paper Type Select the correct Type (see page 9) or Media Type (see page 13) setting in your printer software: For this paper Select this setting Plain paper Epson Bright White Paper Epson Presentation Paper Matte Plain Paper/Bright White Paper Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy Epson Premium Photo Paper Glossy Premium Photo Paper Glossy Epson Photo Paper Glossy Photo Paper Glossy Epson Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss Premium Photo Paper Se
Maintaining Your Printer If you notice a decline in print quality, follow the instructions in this chapter for: ■ “Checking the Print Head Nozzles” (see below) ■ “Cleaning the Print Head” on page 17 ■ “Checking the Ink Cartridge Status” on page 18 ■ “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, nonabrasive microfiber-type cloth.
Cleaning the Print Head If your printouts are unexpectedly light or faint, or you notice light or dark bands across your printout, you may need to clean the print head. This unclogs the nozzles so they can deliver ink properly. Run a nozzle check as described on page 16 to see if the print head needs cleaning. Note: Print head cleaning uses ink, so clean it only if quality declines and the nozzle check indicates that the print head needs to be cleaned.
Checking the Ink Cartridge Status When the H ink light starts flashing, one or more cartridges are low on ink. When the H ink light stays on, you need to replace the cartridge(s). You can also check the ink cartridge status using your printer software. See your online Epson Information Center for more information. Note: The WorkForce 30 Series requires two black ink cartridges.
Use these part numbers when you order or purchase new ink cartridges: Ink Color Standard capacity High capacity Black 69 68 Cyan 69 68 Magenta 69 68 Yellow 69 68 Note: The WorkForce 30 Series requires two black 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.
3. Press and release the H ink button. The P power and H ink lights flash. If one of the cartridges is low or expended, the printer moves that cartridge to the _ expended ink mark. Go to step 4. If no cartridges are low or expended, the print head moves to the ink replacement position. Go to step 5. Note: Do not hold down the H ink button for more than 3 seconds or the printer may start to clean the print head. Caution: Do not move the print head by hand; this may damage the printer.
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. Do not take the used cartridge apart or try to refill it. Warning: If ink gets on your hands, wash them thoroughly with soap and water. If ink gets into your eyes, flush them immediately with water.
7. Before you open the new ink cartridge package, shake it four or five times. Then remove it from the package. Caution: Do not touch the green chip on the front of the cartridge. This can damage the ink cartridge. 8. Remove the yellow tape from the bottom of the ink cartridge. Caution: If you do not remove the yellow tape before installing the ink cartridge, print quality may decline or you may not be able to print. Do not remove any other seals from the cartridges. 9.
10. Once you replace any other cartridges that need replacing, close the ink cartridge cover and press it until it clicks into place. 11. Close the printer cover. 12. Press the H ink button. The printer begins charging ink and the P power light starts flashing. This takes about 1 1/2 minutes. When it’s finished, the P power light stops flashing and remains on, and the H ink light goes out. Caution: Never turn off the printer while the P power light is flashing or you’ll waste ink.
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 WorkForce 30 Series Info Center icon on your computer desktop for more detailed help. Checking for Software Updates Periodically, it’s a good idea to check Epson’s support website for free updates to your WorkForce 30 Series software.
Error Indicators Light status P H ) Flashing Flashing fast Flashing fast P H ) Flashing Off On P H ) Flashing Off Flashing P H ) On Flashing Off P H ) Flashing Flashing Off P H ) On On Off P H ) Flashing On Off P H ) Off Flashing Flashing P H ) Off Flashing fast Flashing fast Cause Solution The printer cover is open. Close the printer cover. No paper is loaded in the sheet feeder. Load paper in the sheet feeder. See page 4.
Problems and Solutions Check the solutions below if you’re having trouble using your printer. Paper Feeding Problems ■ Make sure the paper size settings are correct for the paper you loaded. ■ Make sure your paper is loaded short edge first and is positioned against the right edge guide with the left edge guide against its left side. Don’t load paper above the arrow mark inside the left edge guide. ■ If paper doesn’t feed, remove it from the sheet feeder.
■ 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). ■ If you notice light or dark bands across your printouts or they are too faint, you may need to clean the print head. This unclogs the nozzles so they can deliver ink properly. Run a nozzle check as described on page 16 to see if the print head needs cleaning.
Where To Get Help Epson Technical Support Epson provides these technical support services: Internet Support Visit Epson’s support website at epson.com/support and select your product for solutions to common problems. You can download drivers and documentation, get FAQs and troubleshooting advice, or e-mail Epson with your questions.
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. ■ Use only the power cord that comes with the printer. Use of another cord may cause fires or shock. Do not use the cord with any other equipment. ■ Place the printer near a wall outlet where the plug can be easily unplugged.
■ 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. Each connector has only one correct orientation. Inserting a connector in the wrong orientation may damage both devices connected by the cable. ■ If damage occurs to the plug, replace the cord set or consult a qualified electrician.
■ 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. FCC Compliance Statement For United States Users This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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