Adjust Print Quality : Clean the Print Head

Clean the Print Head Nozzles
If print quality has declined and the nozzle check pattern indicates clogged nozzles, you can clean the print head.
Note:
You cannot clean the print head if an ink cartridge is expended, and may not be able to clean it when a cartridge is low. You must replace the cartridge first.
You can clean the print head using the Epson Stylus CX7400 Series control panel or your software.
Using the Control Panel
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Hold down the  Stop button for 3 seconds to start the cleaning cycle, which lasts around 1 minute.
The  On light flashes throughout the cleaning cycle and stays on green when the cycle is finished.
Caution:
Never turn off the Epson Stylus CX7400 Series during a cleaning cycle or you may damage it.
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Run a nozzle check to confirm that the print head is clean.
You may need to clean the print head up to 2 times. You can also turn the Epson Stylus CX7400 Series off and wait at least 6 hours. Then try printing again.
From the Computer
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Windows:
Right-click the  printer icon in the bottom right corner of your screen (the taskbar) and select Head Cleaning.
Macintosh:
Open the Applications folder, open the EPSON Printer Utility 2, select CX7400 Series, and click OK. Then select Head Cleaning.
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The  On light flashes throughout the cleaning cycle and stays on green when the cycle is finished.
Caution:
Never turn off the Epson Stylus CX7400 Series during a cleaning cycle or you may damage it.
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When the  On light stops flashing and remains on, you can check to see if the nozzles are clean:
Windows:
Click Print Nozzle Check Pattern and click Print.
Macintosh:
Click Confirmation and click Next.
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If there are gaps or the pattern is faint, click Clean to clean the print head again.
You may need to clean the print head up to 2 times. You can also turn the Epson Stylus CX7400 Series off and wait at least 6 hours. Then try printing again.