Epson ActionTower 8600 User manual

Color Copy Station
Setup Guide Setup Guide 4021300-00
EUL
Color Copy Station

Where to Find Information
Before using the EPSON AcuLaser Color Copy Station 8600, be
sure to follow the instructions in the following manuals.
EPSON AcuLaser Color Copy Station 8600 Setup Guide
(this manual)
Explains how to assemble the copy station’s components and test
basic copying operation.
EPSON AcuLaser Color Copy Station 8600 Quick Reference
Gives you quick access to information needed for daily copying,
including explanations of control panel functions and touch panel
messages. This guide can be hung on the printer with the hook
provided.
EPSON AcuLaser Color Copy Station 8600 Reference Guide
(supplied on the CD-ROM accompanying the copy station)
Provides you with detailed information on the copy station, from
general maintenance and troubleshooting to technical
specifications.
For information on assembling the printer, the large capacity
paper unit, and the scanner, refer to the Unpacking Sheet and
Setup Guide included with each device.

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or otherwise, without the prior written permission of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. No
patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein. Neither
is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained
herein.
Neither SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of
this product or third parties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by purchaser as
a result of: accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or unauthorized modifications, repairs,
or alterations to this product, or (excluding the U.S.) failure to strictly comply with SEIKO
EPSON corporation's operating and maintenance instructions.
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from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those designated as
Original EPSON Approved Products by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION.
EPSON is a registered trademark of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION.
General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be
trademarks of their respective owners. EPSON disclaims any and all rights in those marks.
Copyright © 2002 by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION, Nagano, Japan
Setup Guide

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Contents
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Finding a Place for the Copy Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Checking the Copy Station Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Setting Up the Cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Setting Up the Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Setting Up the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Setting Up the Copy Station. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Testing the Copy Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Selecting a Language. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Using Online Reference Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

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Safety Instructions 1
Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions
Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference.
❏Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the copy
station.
❏Do not block or cover the openings in the printer or the
scanner.
❏Do not insert objects through the slots in the printer or the
scanner.
❏Do not spill liquid on the copy station.
❏Use only the type of power source indicated on the printer
and scanner labels.
❏Connect all equipment to properly grounded power outlets.
Avoid using outlets on the same circuit as photocopiers or air
control systems that regularly switch on and off.
❏Do not use a damaged or frayed power cord.
❏Unless otherwise explained in this guide, do not attempt to
service this product yourself.
❏Unplug the copy station and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following conditions:

2Safety Instructions
If a power cord or plug is damaged; if liquid has entered the
copy station; if any copy station component has been dropped
or the cabinet damaged; or if the copy station does not operate
normally or exhibits a distinct change in performance. Adjust
only those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions.
❏If you plan to use the copy station in Germany, observe the
following:
To provide adequate short-circuit protection and
over-current protection for this product, the building
installation must be protected by a 10 Amp or 16 Amp circuit
breaker.
Note for German-speaking users:
Bei Anschluss des Druckers an die Stromversorgung muss
sichergestellt werden, dass die Gebäudeinstallation mit einer
10 A- oder 16 A-Sicherung abgesichert ist.
❏Place the copy station near a wall outlet where you can easily
unplug the power cords.
Note for French-speaking users:
Placez le copy station près d'une prise de courant où les fiches
peuvent-être débranchées facilement.

Safety Instructions 3
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
wWarnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
cCautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
Notes contain important information and useful tips on the operation
of your copy station.

4Finding a Place for the Copy Station
Finding a Place for the Copy Station
Before assembling the copy station, find a place that meets the
following requirements.
❏Leave adequate room for easy operation, maintenance, and
ventilation. The minimum space requirements are shown
below.
1348 to 1568 mm
596 mm
785 to 985 mm*
780 mm
920 mm
825 mm 835 mm
620 mm
1332 mm (with tray extended)
656 mm (with tray folded)
150 mm
* The cabinet height is adjustable to five positions.

Checking the Copy Station Components 5
❏Place the copy station on a flat, stable surface.
❏The copy station will operate properly under the following
conditions:
cCaution:
❏Avoid locations that are subject to shock, direct sunlight,
extreme variation in temperature or humidity, excessive
heat, moisture, or dust.
❏Do not place the copy station in locations where volatile
substances are used or stored.
Checking the Copy Station
Components
The copy station consists of a cabinet and central control panel,
a scanner (EPSON GT-10000+), a printer (EPSON AcuLaser
C8600), and a large capacity paper unit or500-sheet paper cassette
unit. Make sure you have the boxes for each of the copy station
components listed below.
❏Color laser printer (EPSON AcuLaser C8600)
❏Large capacity paper unit or 500-sheet paper cassette unit
❏Color image scanner (EPSON GT-10000+)
❏Cabinet
❏Copy station accessories
Temperature: 10 to 32°C
Humidity: 15 to 80%

6Checking the Copy Station Components
The copy station accessories box contains the items listed below.
Confirm that none of these items is missing or damaged.
scanner interface board
rubber feet
(2 types ×2)
screws for control
panel shelf
(5)
screws with washers for
EPSON Image Express
(2)
control panel cable scanner cable
printer interface board
control panel control panel shelf
program ROM module
caution label
product documentation
EPSON AcuLaser Color Copy Station 8600 Setup Guide (this manual)
EPSON AcuLaser Color Copy Station 8600 Quick Reference
EPSON AcuLaser Color Copy Station 8600 Online Guide CD-ROM
screw for printer
interface board
(1)

Setting Up the Cabinet 7
Setting Up the Cabinet
Make sure the cabinet box contains all of the parts listed below.
Then follow the steps in this section to assemble the cabinet and
to install the control panel.
right frame
top panel right supportleft support
front panel
caster fixer joint A
left frame
stoppers (2)
cable clips (8) M8 ×35 bolts (8)
M6 ×12 screws (4)
M4 ×10 screws (29)
flat washers (8)
spring washers (8)
spanner
lock pins (2)*
* Not for use with this model.
panel cover
Miscellaneous
joint B
Large fasteners (3)* Small fasteners (1)*

8Setting Up the Cabinet
Assembling the Cabinet
cCaution:
The cabinet is bulky and requires two people for assembly or
handling.
1. Place flat washers and spring washers onto four M8 ×35 bolts
as shown below. Align the positioning marks on the right
support and the right frame, then fasten the support to the
frame with the bolts.
2. Assemble the left support and left frame as explained in
step 1.
right frame
positioning
marks
right support
M8 ×35 bolt
spring washer
flat washer

Setting Up the Cabinet 9
3. Use M4 × 10 screws to fasten joint A and the front panel to the
frame in the order shown below. Fasten the joint only loosely
in this step. It is to be fastened securely later in the assembly
procedure.
4. Fasten the caster fixer and the stoppers to the bottom of the
frame with four M4 × 10 screws.
joint A
front panel
➂
➁
➂
➀
caster fixer
stopper

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5. Fasten the top panel onto the frame with seven M4 × 10
screws.
6. Fasten joint B to the frame with eight M4 ×10 screws. Then
securely fasten joint A, which was installed in step 3.
top panel
1
2
3
4
5
Thestandheightisadjustable
to five positions. When the
stand is in position 3, 4, or 5,
use holes A to fasten joint B.
985 mm
A
AA
A
joint B

Setting Up the Cabinet 11
7. Attach cable clips to the cabinet as needed. Holes are provided
for this purpose in various positions around the cabinet.
wWarning:
Do not climb onto the cabinet. Doing so may result in injury,
or may damage the cabinet.
cCaution:
This cabinet is designed for use exclusively with the EPSON
AcuLaser Color Copy Station 8600, EPSON AcuLaser
C8600/EPSON GT-10000+ copy system. Do not use it with any
other devices.
Installing the Control Panel
Follow the instructions below to install the control panel. As the
surface of the panel is easily damaged, prepare a soft cloth on
which to lay the panel during the installation procedure.
Note:
The control panel can be used independently from the cabinet. If you do
not plan to install the panel in the cabinet, attach the rubber feet to the
the bottom of the control panel as shown, then follow the instructions
below to connect the cable and to attach the panel cover.

12 Setting Up the Cabinet
1. Plug the shielded control panel cable into the control panel’s
interface connector, located on the bottom of the control
panel.
Note:
As the interface connector head is covered, disconnect the cable by
pressing the spring on the side of the control panel.
2. If you plan to attach the control panel to the cabinet, fasten
the control panel shelf onto the bottom of the control panel
using the screws included with the copy station accessories.
control panel cable
interface connector
control panel
control panel shelf

Setting Up the Cabinet 13
3. Insert the control panel shelf straight into the opening on the
front of the cabinet’s top panel.
Note:
If you do not plan to attach the control panel to the cabinet, attach
the panel cover included in the cabinet box to the opening on the
cabinet’s top panel.
4. Secure the control panel shelf with the screws included with
the cabinet.

14 Setting Up the Scanner
Setting Up the Scanner
To prepare the scanner for use with the copy station, you need to
install the scanner interface board and place the scanner onto the
cabinet, as explained below.
1. Unpack and set up the scanner as explained in the scanner’s
Setup Guide.
2. Turn the transportation lock to the unlocked position using a
coin or small disc as shown below.
3. Use a cross-head screwdriver to remove the two screws
securing the shield plate to the optional interface slot; then
remove the plate.
Note:
Keep the screws and the shield plate in a safe place. You will need to
reattach the plate if you remove the interface board later.
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