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A Few Precautions

When using the printer
When using the memory card
When handling the ink cartridges
When choosing a place for the printer

When using the printer

• Do not put your hand inside the printer or touch the ink cartridges during printing.

• Do not move the print head by hand; otherwise, you may damage the printer.

• Always turn the printer off using the power button. When this button is pressed, the power light flashes briefly then goes out. Do not unplug the printer or turn off the power to the outlet until the power light stops flashing.

• Before transporting the printer, make sure the print head is in the home (far right) position and the ink cartridges are in place.

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When using the memory card

• Do not use the printer when the access lamp is on or flashing.

• Do not remove the memory card or turn off the printer power while the computer and the memory card are communicating (when the card access lamp is on or flashing). This could corrupt memory card data.

• When EPSON PhotoQuicker is using data from the memory card, do not remove the memory card until after you close EPSON PhotoQuicker.

• Macintosh users should always drag the memory card icon from the desktop into the trash to eject the card.

• You can only use memory cards and PC card adapters that are based on PCMCIA ATA standards (Memory Card ATA standards) with this printer. For details about PCMCIA ATA standards, please see the manual packaged with your memory card or PC card adapter, or contact the manufacturer.

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When handling the ink cartridges

• Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children. Do not allow children to drink from or otherwise handle the cartridges.

• Be careful when you handle the 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 in your eyes, flush them immediately with water. If discomfort or vision problems remain after a thorough flushing, see a doctor immediately.

• Do not shake an ink cartridge; this can cause leakage.

• Install the ink cartridge immediately after you remove it from its package. If you leave a cartridge unpacked for a long time before installing, it may become unusable.

• Do not use an ink cartridge beyond the date printed on the cartridge carton: otherwise, print quality may be reduced. For best results, use the ink cartridges completely within six months of first installing them.

• Do not touch the green chip on the side of the cartridge. This may effect normal operation and printing.

• Do not disassemble the ink cartridges. Doing so could damage the print head.

• After removing an ink cartridge from a cold storage site, allow it to warm up at room temperature for at least three hours before using it.

• Store ink cartridges in a cool, dark place.

• The ink cartridges have an IC chip which retains a variety of cartridge-related information, such as the amount of ink remaining, so that a cartridge may be removed and reinserted freely. However, each time the cartridge is inserted, some ink is consumed because the printer automatically performs a reliability check.

• If you remove an ink cartridge for later use, be sure to protect the ink supply area from dirt and dust. Store it in the same environment as the printer. Note that there is a valve in the ink supply port, making covers or plugs unnecessary, but care is needed to prevent ink from staining items that the cartridge touches. Do not touch the ink cartridge ink supply port or surrounding area.

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When choosing a place for the printer

• Place the printer on a flat, stable surface that is larger than the printer. The printer will not operate properly if it is tilted or at an angle.

• Avoid places subject to rapid changes in temperature and humidity. Also, keep the printer away from bright light and heat sources.

• Avoid places subject to shocks and vibrations.

• Leave enough room around the printer to allow for sufficient ventilation.

• Place the printer near a wall outlet where the plug can be easily unplugged.

Note for French-speaking users:

Placez l'imprimante près d'une prise de contacte où la fiche peut être débranchée facilement.

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