Checking the Ink Level
To conrm the actual ink remaining, visually check the ink levels in all of the printer's tanks.
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Important:
Prolonged use of the printer when the ink level is below the lower line could damage the printer.
Note:
You can also check the approximate ink levels from the status monitor on the printer driver.
❏ Windows
Click EPSON Status Monitor 3 on the Maintenance tab.
If EPSON Status Monitor 3 is disabled, click Extended Settings on the Maintenance tab, and then select Enable
EPSON Status Monitor 3.
❏ Mac OS
Apple menu > System Preferences > Printers & Scanners (or Print & Scan, Print & Fax) > Epson(XXXX) > Options
& Supplies > Utility > Open Printer Utility > EPSON Status Monitor
Related Information
& “Relling the Ink Tanks” on page 187
Improving Print, Copy, Scan, and Fax Quality
Checking and Cleaning the Print Head
If the nozzles are clogged, the printouts become faint, there is visible banding, or unexpected colors appear. If the
nozzles are severely clogged, a blank sheet will be printed. When print quality has declined, rst use the nozzle
check feature to check if the nozzles are clogged. If the nozzles are clogged, clean the print head.
Maintaining the Printer
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Improving Print, Copy, Scan, and Fax Quality
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Checking and Cleaning the Print Head
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