Running a Printer Check

Running a printer check helps you determine if the printer is operating properly.
  1. Turn off the printer.
  2. Disconnect any connected interface cables.
  3. Load plain paper.
  4. Hold down the  ink button as you press the  power button to turn the printer back on. Hold down both buttons until the  power light begins to flash, then release the buttons.


    The printer begins printing a nozzle check pattern.
  5. Do the following, depending on the results of the printer check:
    • If the page prints and the nozzle check pattern is complete, the printer is operating properly. Any printing problem you may have could be caused by your computer, cable, software, or selected print settings. Check the other solutions in this section or try uninstalling and reinstalling your printer software.
    • If the page prints but the nozzle check pattern has gaps, clean or align the print head.
    • If the page does not print, the printer may have a problem. Check the other solutions in this book. If they do not work, contact Epson.
Related concepts
Print Head Cleaning
Print Head Alignment
When to Uninstall Your Product Software
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