Epson AcuLaser C2000 User manual

Where to Find Information
Setup Guide (this manual)
Provides you with information on how to place the printer,
assembling the printer’s parts and installing the printer’s driver.
Reference Guide (online guide)
Provides you with detailed information on the printer’s functions,
optional products, maintenance, troubleshooting, and technical
specifications.
Administrator’s Guide (online guide)
Provides network administrators with information on both the
printer driver and network settings.
Quick Reference
Provides you with a list of LCD panel messages and information
on replacing consumables andclearing jammed paper. This guide
can be hung on the printer with the hook provided.
Online Help
Provides you with detailed information and instructions on the
printer software that controls your printer. Online help is
automatically installed when you install the printer’s software.

Setup Guide
Color Laser Printer
1SafetyInstructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
2Removing the Protective Materials . 11
3Finding aPlace for the Printer . . . . .13
4Assembling the Printer . . . . . . . . . . .15
5Installing the Options . . . . . . . . . . . .25
6Testing and Connecting the Printer .36
7Installing the Printer Driver. . . . . . . .39
8To Know More About Your Printer . .43

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EPSON CORPORATION’s operating and maintenance instructions.
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problems arising from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those
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Copyright © 2000 by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION, Nagano, Japan.

Safety Instructions 4
1Safety Instructions
Laser Printer Precautions
This printer uses laser technology. Follow the precautions below
carefully to ensure safe, efficient operation.
❏Be careful not to touch the fuser, which is marked CAUTION
Hot Surface Avoid Contact, or the surrounding areas. If the
printer has been in use, these areas may be very hot.
❏Do not attempt to modify or take the developer cartridge
apart. It cannot be refilled.
❏Do not touch the toner and avoid all toner contact with your
eyes.
❏Do not dispose of used developer cartridges, photoconductor
units, fuser oil rolls, or waste toner collectors in fire, as they
can explode and cause injury. Dispose of them according to
local regulations.
Hinweis:
Die Geräteanschlußleitung muß den einshlägigen Normen genügen. Es
muß eine dreiadrige Leitung verwendet werden. Die Anshlußleitung
darf nicht leichter als H05VV-F order H05VVH2-F sein.
CAUTION Hot Surface
Avoid Contact

5Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions
Read all of the following instructions before operating your
printer:
❏The printer weighs about 39.5 kg (87 lb) without consumables
installed. Always have two or more people lift the printer
using the correct lifting positions.
❏Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer.
❏Unplug the printer from the electrical outlet before cleaning.
Use a damp cloth for cleaning and do not use liquid or aerosol
cleaners.
❏Avoid touching the components inside the printer unless
instructed to do so in this guide.
❏Never force printer components into place. Although the
printer is designed to be sturdy, rough handling can damage
it.
❏Be sure to keep consumables out of the reach of children.
❏Do not leave jammed paper inside of the printer. This can
cause the printer to overheat.
❏Do not use the printer near water.
❏Do not place the printer on an unstable surface.
❏Do not put your printer where the cord will be stepped on.
❏Avoid using outlets that other appliances are plugged into.
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Safety Instructions 6
❏Slots and openings, located on the sides of the printer, are
provided for ventilation. Keep these slots and openings clear
to allow proper ventilation. Avoid placing the printer on a soft
surface like a bed or a sofa, or in a small enclosed area, as this
restricts ventilation.
❏When using an extension cord, be careful not to exceed its
recommended amperage limit. Also, be sure that all items
plugged into the electrical outlet do not exceed a total of 15
amperes.
❏Never push objects of any kind through cabinet slots as they
may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that
could result in fire or electric shock.
❏Never spill liquid on the printer.
❏Unless specifically instructed in this guide, do not attempt to
service this product yourself. Opening or removing covers
that are marked Do Not Remove exposes you to dangerous
voltage points and other risks. Refer all servicing in those
compartments to a qualified service representative.
❏Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may
result in damage and may require repairs by a qualified
service representative.
❏Unplug the printer and refer servicing to a qualified service
representative under the following conditions:
A. If liquid has entered the printer.
B. If the printer has been exposed to rain or water.
C. If the printer does not operate normally or exhibits a
distinct change in performance.
D. If the printer has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.
E. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.

7Safety Instructions
❏If you plan to use the printer in Germany, observe the
following:
To provide adequate short-circuit protection and over-
current protection for this printer, the building installation
must be protected by 10 or 16 amp circuit breaker.
Safety Information
Laser safety labels
wWarning:
The use of controls, or the performance of procedures and
adjustments other than those specified in this guide may result
in hazardous radiation exposure.
Internal laser radiation
Max. Radiation Power 1.16 mW
Wave Length 775 to 795 nm
Your printer is a Class 1 laser product
as defined in the IEC60825
specifications. The label shown below
is attached in countries where
required.
This is a Class IIIb Laser Diode Assembly
that has an invisible laser beam. The
printer head unit is NOT A SERVICE ITEM,
Therefore, the printer head unit should
not be opened under any
circumstances. An additional laser
warning label is affixed to the inside of the
printer.

Safety Instructions 8
CDRH regulations
For information about the Center for Devices and Radiological
Health of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, see the online
guide.
Ozone safety
Ozone emission
Ozone gas is generated by laser printers as a by-product of the
printing process. Ozone is produced only when the printer is
printing.
Ozone exposure limit
The recommended exposure limit for ozone is 0.1 parts per
million (ppm) expressed as an average time-weighted
concentration over an eight (8) hour period.
The EPSON AcuLaser C2000 laser printer generates less than 0.1
ppm for 8 hours of continuous printing.
Minimize the risk
To minimize the risk of exposure to ozone, you should avoid the
following conditions:
❏Use of multiple laser printers in a confined area (see above)
❏Operation in conditions of extremely low humidity
❏Poor room ventilation
❏Long, continuous printing together with any of the above
Printer location
The printer should be located so that the exhaust gases and heat
generated are:

9Safety Instructions
❏Not blown directly into the user’s face
❏Vented directly out of the building whenever possible
For United Kingdom Users
The EPSON AcuLaser C2000 is a page printer which utilizes a
semiconductor laser.
There is no possibility of danger from the laser, provided that the
printer is operated according to the instructions in the guides
provided.
Since radiation emitted by the laser is completely confined within
protective housings and external covers, the laser beam cannot
escape from the machine during any phase of user operation.
wWarning:
The use of controls, or the performance of procedures and
adjustments other than those specified in this guide may result
in hazardous radiation exposure.
This is a semiconductor laser. The maximum power of the laser
diode is 15 mW and the wavelength is 775 to 795 nm.
Use of options
Epson (UK) Limited shall not be liable against any damages or
problems arising from the use of any options or consumable
products other than those designated as Original EPSON
Products or EPSON Approved Products by Epson (UK) Limited.
Safety information
Warning: This appliance must be earthed. Refer to rating plate
for voltage and check that the appliance voltage corresponds to
the supply voltage.

Safety Instructions 10
Important: The wires in the mains lead fitted to this appliance are coloured
in accordance with the following code:
Green and yellow—Earth
Blue—Neutral
Brown—Live
If you need to fit a plug:
As the colours of the mains lead of this appliance may not match any
coloured markings used to identify the terminals in a plug, please proceed
as follows:
❏The green and yellow wire must be connected to the terminal
in the plug which is marked with the letter Eor the Earth
symbol (
G).
❏The blue wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug
marked with the letter N.
❏The brown wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug
marked with the letter L.
If damage occurs to the plug, replace the cord set or consult a
qualified electrician.
Replace fuses only with a fuse of the correct size and rating.
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 printer.

11 Removing the Protective Materials
2Removing the Protective Materials
Before you start the printer, remove all protective materials as
shown in the illustrations below.
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Removing the Protective Materials 12
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13 Finding a Place for the Printer
3Finding a Place for the Printer
Allow adequate space for easy operation and maintenance as
shown below.
Additional space needed for options;
500-Sheet Paper Cassette Unit 11.4 cm (4.9 in.) to the bottom of
the printer
Duplex Unit 3.3 cm (1.3 in.) to the right side of
the printer

Finding a Place for the Printer 14
Always follow the precautions below when finding a place to
locate the printer:
❏Place the printer where you can easily unplug the power cord.
❏Keep the entire computer and printer system away from
potential sources of interference, such as loudspeakers or the
base units of cordless telephones.
cCaution:
❏Leave adequate room around the printer to allow for
sufficient ventilation.
❏Avoid locations that are subject to direct sunlight, excessive
heat, moisture, or dust.

15 Assembling the Printer
4Assembling the Printer
Installing the Developer Cartridges
Handling precautions:
❏When handling the developer cartridges, always place them
on a clean, smooth surface.
❏If toner gets onto your skin or clothes, wash it off with soap
and water immediately.
❏Wait for at least one hour before installing a developer
cartridge after moving it from a cool to a warm environment
to prevent damage from condensation.
1. Open the front cover.

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2. Check the color that appears in the cartridge installation
window.
3. Shake well.
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4. Slide the developer cartridge in the slot until it clicks.
5. Press the green button, then turn the knob counterclockwise
until it stops. The next empty cartridge slot appears in the
cartridge installation window.
Note:
If the knob cannot be moved, first check that the green button has
been pushed down. Do not force the knob.
6. Install the other cartridges as described in steps 2 to 5 (skip
step 5 for the last cartridge).

Assembling the Printer 18
Installing the Photoconductor Unit and Waste
Toner Collector
Handling precautions:
❏When installing the photoconductor unit, avoid exposing it
to room light any longer than necessary. The unit contains a
light-sensitive drum. Exposure to light can damage the drum,
causing dark or light areas to appear on printouts and
reducing the service life of the drum. If you need to keep the
unit out of the printer for long periods, cover it with an opaque
cloth.
❏To get the best print quality, do not store the photoconductor
unit in an area subject to direct sunlight, dust, salty air, or
corrosive gases (such as ammonia). Avoid locations subject to
extreme or rapid changes in temperature or humidity.
❏Keep the photoconductor unit and waste toner collector out
of the reach of children.
1. While keeping the transfer belt unit in place with your left
hand, pull the ring toward you to remove the tension release
rod.
transfer belt unit

19 Assembling the Printer
2. Turn the large lever counterclockwise to an upright position.
3. Take the photoconductor unit out of its package. Do not
remove the protective sheet.
cCaution:
❏Be sure not to touch or scratch the surface of the drum.
❏Avoid touching the drum, since oil from your skin may
permanently damage its surface and affect print quality.