How do I replace the ink cartridges?

• See below.

  Note: This product is designed to use only genuine Epson-brand ink cartridges. Other brands of ink cartridges and ink supplies are not compatible and, even if described as compatible, may not function properly. Please replace any non-Epson cartridges with Genuine Epson cartridges.

  Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges

  Make sure you have your replacement cartridges handy before you begin. You must install new cartridges immediately after removing the old ones.

  Caution:
  Leave your old cartridges in the product until you are ready to replace them to prevent the print head nozzles from drying out. Do not open ink cartridge packages until you are ready to install the ink. Cartridges are vacuum packed to maintain reliability.

  Note: If you remove a low or expended ink cartridge, you cannot re-install and use the cartridge.

  1. Turn on your product.
  2. Lift up the scanner unit.
     
     

     Caution:
     Do not move the print head by hand; otherwise, you may damage your product. Do not touch the flat white cable inside the printer.

  3. Do one of the following:
     • If the  ink light is on (one or more cartridges are expended), press the  stop button. The ink cartridge holder moves to the icon position.
     • If the  ink light is flashing (one or more cartridges are low), press and hold the  stop button for 10 seconds. The ink cartridge holder moves to the icon position.
     • If the  ink light is off, press and hold the  stop button for 10 seconds. The ink cartridge holder moves to the replacement position. Go to step 6.
  4. Note the cartridge that needs to be replaced. If more than one cartridge needs replacing, the print head moves the next low or expended cartridge to the icon position each time you press the  stop button.
     
     

     Note: You cannot remove an ink cartridge while the ink cartridge holder is in the icon position.

  5. Press the  stop button until the print head moves to the replacement position.
     
     
  6. Squeeze the tab on the cartridge and lift the cartridge straight up to remove it.
     
     

     Note: Dispose of used cartridges carefully. Do not take the used cartridge apart or try to refill it.

     Warning: If ink gets on your skin, wash it thoroughly with soap and water. If ink gets into your eyes, flush them immediately with water. If ink gets into your mouth, spit it out and see a doctor right away. Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children.

  7. If you are replacing the black ink cartridge, gently shake the new black ink cartridge four or five times before unpacking it. Do not shake the color ink cartridges.
     
     

     Caution:
     Do not shake the cartridges after opening the packages, or ink may leak.

  8. Remove the cartridge from the package.
     
     

     Caution:
     Do not touch the areas shown here. Doing so may prevent normal operation and printing.

  9. Remove the yellow tape from the cartridge.
     
     

     Caution:
     Do not remove any other labels or seals, or the ink cartridge may leak or become unusable.

  10. Insert the new cartridge into the holder and push it down until it clicks into place and is level with the other cartridges.
      
      
  11. Lower the scanner unit.
      
      
  12. Press the  stop button. The print head moves to its home position and the printer starts charging the ink. This takes about 2 minutes to complete. When the  power and  ink lights stop flashing and remain on, ink charging is finished.

      Caution:
      Never turn off the product while the power light is flashing or you will waste ink.

      Note: If the  ink light is on after the print head moves to its home position, an ink cartridge may not be installed properly. Press the  stop button, then press the ink cartridge down until it clicks into place.

  Caution:
  If you remove an ink cartridge for later use, protect the ink supply area from dirt and dust and store it in the same environment as the printer. The valve in the ink supply port is designed to contain any excess ink, but do not touch the ink supply port or surrounding area. Always store ink cartridges with the label facing up; do not store cartridges upside-down.

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