Handling precautions
Replacing an imaging cartridge

Always observe the following handling precautions when replacing the consumable products:

• Installing a genuine imaging cartridge is recommended. Using a non-genuine imaging cartridge may affect print quality. Epson shall not be liable for any damages or problems arising from the use of consumable products not manufactured or approved by Epson.

• When handling imaging cartridge, always place them on a clean smooth surface.

• If you have moved an imaging cartridge from a cool to a warm environment, wait for at least one hour before installing it to prevent damage from condensation.

• Do not expose the imaging cartridge to sunlight at all and avoid exposing it to room light for more than five minutes. Exposure to light can damage the drum, causing dark or light areas to appear on the printed page and reducing the service life of the drum.

Warning:

Do not touch the toner. Keep the toner away from your eyes. If toner gets on your skin or clothes, wash it off with soap and water immediately. Keep consumable products out of the reach of children. Do not dispose of used consumable products in fire, as they may explode and cause injury. Dispose of them according to local regulations. If toner is spilled, use a broom and dustpan or a damp cloth with soap and water to clean it up. Because the fine particles can cause a fire or explosion if they come into contact with a spark, do not use a vacuum cleaner.

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Follow the steps below to replace an imaging cartridge.

Confirm the color of the imaging cartridge that needs to be replaced by checking the LCD panel or EPSON Status Monitor.

Press the latch on the front cover and open the cover.

Caution:

Do not leave the front cover open for more than five minutes to avoid exposing the imaging cartridges to light. Do not expose the imaging cartridges to sunlight at all.

Remove the used imaging cartridge from the printer.

Warning:

Be careful not to touch the fuser, which is marked CAUTION HIGH TEMPERATURE, or the surrounding areas. If the printer has been in use, the fuser and the surrounding areas may be very hot. If you must touch one of these areas, wait 30 minutes to allow the heat to subside before doing so.

Caution:

Do not touch the transfer belt on the transfer unit to avoid damaging it.

Take the new imaging cartridge out of its package, and gently shake it from side to side and front to back to distribute the toner evenly.

Remove the cartridge seal, pulling straight from the imaging cartridge. Make sure to pull the tape slowly to avoid tearing it.

Insert the new imaging cartridge all the way until it stops.

Remove the orange plastic cover by pinching the center of the cover and pulling it.

Close the front cover.

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