Epson EPL-N4000+ User manual

4010980
K02-00

Where to Find Information
Unpacking Guide
Provides you with information and instructions on how to
unpack and place the printer. Before using the printer, you need
to remove all protective materials as described in the instructions
contained in this guide.
Setup Guide (this manual)
Provides you with information on assembling the printer’s parts
and installing printer options.
Reference Guide
Provides you with detailed information on the printer’s functions,
maintenance, troubleshooting, and technical specifications.
Administrator’s Guide
Provides network administrators with information on both the
printer driver and network settings.
Quick Reference
Provides you with information on replacing consumables,
clearing jammed paper, understanding the control panel, and a
panel message list.
Attach the included quick reference box to the front of your
printer as a convenient place to keep this guide.
Online Help
Provides you with detailed information and instructions on the
printer software that controls your printer (online help will be
automatically installed when you install the printer’s software).

Setup Guide
Laser Printer
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from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those designated as
Original EPSON Products or EPSON Approved Products by SEIKO EPSON
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of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION.
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CG Times and CG Omega are registered trademarks of Miles, Inc.
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Copyright © 1999 by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION, Nagano, Japan.
®

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Declaration of Conformity
According to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014
Manufacturer: SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION
Address: 3-5, Owa 3-chome, Suwa-shi,
Nagano-ken 392-8502 Japan
Representative: EPSON EUROPE B.V.
Address: Prof. J. H. Bavincklaan 5 1183
AT Amstelveen
The Netherlands
Declares that the Product:
Product Name: Laser Printer
Model: XYB-1
Conforms to the following Directive(s) and Norm(s):
Directive 89/336/EEC:
EN 55022 Class B
EN 50082-1
IEC 801-2
IEC 801-3
IEC 801-4
Directive 73/23/EEC:
EN 60950
August 1999
H. Horiuchi
President of EPSON EUROPE B.V.

Contents iii
Contents
Contents
1 Safety Instructions
Laser Printer Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2 Assembling the Printer
Installing the optional Large Capacity Paper Unit. . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Installing the Imaging Cartridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3 Installing the Options
Memory Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Hard Disk Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
ROM Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Interface Cards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Duplex Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Face-up Tray (without the Duplex Unit installed) . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Face-up Tray (with the Duplex Unit installed) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Multibin Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Finisher Stapler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Envelope Feeder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
4 Testing and Connecting the Printer
Plugging in the printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Testing the printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

iv Contents
Loading paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Printing a status sheet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Connecting to the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
5 After This...
What to do next. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Using the Online Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
System Requirements for the Online Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Installing Microsoft ®Internet Explorer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
For Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
For Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
6 Safety Information
Laser safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
CDRH regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Laser safety labels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Ozone safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
ENERGY STAR Compliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
For United Kingdom Users. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Index

Safety Instructions 1
1Safety Instructions
Laser Printer Precautions
This printer uses laser technology. The following list of
precautions applies whenever you open the printer cover.
Even if you are familiar with other types of printers, be sure
to follow these precautions carefully to ensure safe, efficient
operation.
❏Do not touch the areas specified on the caution labels inside
cover A. If the printer has been in use, these areas can be very
hot.
❏Do not touch the components inside the printer unless
instructed to do so in this guide.
❏Never force the printer’s components into place. Although the
printer is designed to be sturdy, rough handling can damage
it.
❏Do not turn the cartridge upside down or stand it on its sides.
CAUTION
Hot Surface Avoid Contact

2 Safety Instructions
❏Protect the light-sensitive drum fromexposure to light. Avoid
exposing the Imaging Cartridge to room light any longer than
necessary. Do not open the drum’s protective cover.
Overexposing the drum may cause abnormally dark or light
areas to appear on the printed page and reduce the service life
of the drum.
❏When handling the cartridge, always set it on a clean, smooth
surface.
❏Do not attempt to modify or take apart the cartridge. It cannot
be refilled.
❏Do not touch the toner and avoid all contact with your eyes.
❏Wait for at least one hour before using a cartridge after
moving it from a cool to a warm environment.
wWarning:
Do not dispose of used Imaging Cartridges in fire, as they can
explode and cause injury. Dispose of them according to local
regulations.

Safety Instructions 3
To get the best print quality, do not store the Imaging Cartridge
in an area subject to direct sunlight, dust, salty air, or corrosive
gasses (such as ammonia). Avoid locations subject to high
temperatures, humidity, or abrupt changes in temperature or
humidity. Also, be sure to keep the consumable components out
of the reach of children.
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.
Maschinenlärminformations-Verordnung-3. GSGV, 18. 01. 1991: Der
arbeitsplatzbezogene schalldruckpegel beträgt 70 dB (A) oder weniger
gemäß ISO 7779.
Important Safety Instructions
Read all of these instructions before operating your printer.
❏Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer.
❏Unplug the printer from the wall outlet before cleaning.
❏Use a damp cloth for cleaning and do not use liquid or aerosol
cleaners.
❏Do not use this printer near water.
❏Do not place the printer on an unstable cart, stand, or table.
❏Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are
provided for ventilation. Do not block or cover them. Do not
put the printer on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface or
in an enclosure unless proper ventilation is provided.

4 Safety Instructions
❏Use the type of power source indicated on the label. If you are
not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or
local power company.
❏If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your
electrician to have your outlet repaired or replaced.
❏Do not put your printer where the cord might be stepped on.
❏Avoid using outlets that other appliances are plugged into.
❏Only use an outlet that meets the power requirements for this
printer.
❏Never push objects of any kind through cabinet slots as they
may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts which
could result in fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any
kind on the printer.
❏Except as specifically explained 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. Refer all servicing in those compartments to service
personnel.
❏Unplug the printer from the wall outlet and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
A. If liquid has been spilled into it.
B. If it has been exposed to rain or water.
C. If it does not operate normally when the operating
instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls that
are covered by the operating instructions since improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and
will often require extensive work by a qualifiedtechnician
to restore the product to normal operation.

Safety Instructions 5
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.
D. If it has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
E. If it exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating
a need for service.
F. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.

6 Assembling the Printer
2Assembling the Printer
Installing the optional Large Capacity Paper Unit
We recommend installing the Large Capacity Paper Unit when
setting up the printer. If you do not install the Large Capacity
Paper Unit, proceed to “Installing the Imaging Cartridge” on
page 13.
Follow these instructions to install the Large Capacity Paper Unit.
Attaching the Large Capacity Paper Unit
1. Open the box with the Large Capacity Paper Unit. Cut the
tape that holds the cardboard inserts.
2. Remove the inserts and all other protective materials inside
the box. Make sure the contents of the package match the
items on the included document.
Note:
Remove the packaging materials from the unit and store them for
future use.
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Assembling the Printer 7
3. Carefully lift the Large Capacity Paper Unit out of the box
with two or more people, and place it near the printer.
4. Lock the casters at the bottom of the unit by pushing their
levers down.

8 Assembling the Printer
5. At the back of the unit, push the power cable into the slot.
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6. Carefully lift the printer with two or more people.
cCaution:
❏The printer weighs about 50 kg (110 lb); always lift it
with two or more people.
❏Grasp the printer at the locations indicated below.
left side right side

Assembling the Printer 9
7. Align each of the printer’s corners with those of the unit, then
lower the printer until it rests securely on the unit.
8. Make sure all corners of the printer fit firmly onto the unit.

10 Assembling the Printer
Preparing the Cassettes
1. Pull out lower cassette 2 as far as it will go. Then lift it up
slightly, and completely remove it.
2. Pull out lower cassette 3. Take out and open the included
package of metal fittings and screws.

Assembling the Printer 11
3. Attach the two metal fittings with the screws as shown below.
Note that the shapes of the two fittings are different.
4. Push cassette 3 back into the unit, then replace cassette 2.
5. Pull out cassette 4 and remove the protective materials inside.

12 Assembling the Printer
6. Pull out lower cassette 5 and remove the protective materials
inside.
7. Plug the cable from the Large Capacity Paper Unit into the
appropriate connector at the back of the printer.

Assembling the Printer 13
Make sure the cables connecting the options to the printer are
connected securely.
Installing the Imaging Cartridge
cCaution:
❏Do not turn the Imaging Cartridge upside down after the
protective seal has been removed as this causes the toner to
spill.
❏Do not open the drum’s protective cover and avoid exposing
the Imaging Cartridge to room light any longer than
necessary. Overexposing the cartridge may cause
abnormally dark or light areas to appear on the printed page
and reduce the life of the cartridge.
❏We recommend the use of genuine EPSON Imaging
Cartridges. Other products not manufactured by EPSON
may cause damage to your printer not covered by EPSON’s
warranties.

14 Assembling the Printer
1. While holding the Imaging Cartridge horizontally, gently
shake it a few times to distribute the toner evenly.
2. Remove the attached sheet.
3. Open cover A by pulling the latch.
Front Cover
latch
Cover A