Epson Stylus Color 660 User manual

Color Ink Jet Printer
Color Ink Jet Printer
Daily Use
Daily Use
Printed in U.K. 19.7.99
Daily Use
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Where to Find Information
Setup Guide
❏This guide will help you set up and begin using your printer.
It includes information on setting up your printer and
installing the printer software.
Daily Use Guide
❏This guide provides information on daily printer operation.
It also contains troubleshooting tips and customer support
information.
Online Guides included on the CD-ROM
The guides on the CD-ROM included with your printer will help
you learn more about your printer and color printing. To view
these guides, you must have a Web browser installed on your
computer. For more information on using this CD-ROM, see the
included CD-ROM Booklet.
❏Reference Guide Provides detailed information about
printer software settings, printing on
special paper, maintenance, and problem
solving.
❏Color Guide Includes sample images, explanations and
troubleshooting information that will help
answer your questions about color imaging
and printing.

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All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval
system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying,
recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of SEIKO EPSON
CORPORATION. The information contained herein is designed only for use with this EPSON
printer. EPSON is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other printers.
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 the purchaser
or third parties 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.
SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION shall not be liable for any damages or problems arising 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 CORPORATION.
SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from
electromagnetic interference that occurs from the use of any interface cables other than those
designated as EPSON Approved Products by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION.
EPSON is a registered trademark and EPSON Stylus is a trademark of SEIKO EPSON
CORPORATION.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft 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 © 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:Ink Jet Printer
Model: P954A
Conforms to the following Directive(s) and Norm(s):
Directive 89/336/EEC:
EN 55022 Class B
EN 61000-3-2
EN 61000-3-3
EN 50082-1
IEC 801-2
IEC 801-3
IEC 801-4
Directive 73/23/EEC:
EN 60950
May 1999
H. Horiuchi
President of EPSON EUROPE B.V.

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Contents
Safety Instructions 1
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
A Few Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
ENERGY STAR Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
For United Kingdom Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Printer Parts and Functions 6
Printer Parts and Control Panel Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Loading Special Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Loading Special Paper and Other Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Loading Envelopes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Printing with Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Printer Software Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Making Changes to Printer Driver Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Getting Information Through Online Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Printing with Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Printer Software Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Making Changes to Printer Driver Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Replacing Ink Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Checking the Print Head Nozzles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Cleaning the Print Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Aligning the Print Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

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Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Error Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Typical Problems and Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Cancelling Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Where to Get Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Options and Consumable Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

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Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions
Read all of these instructions before using your printer. Also be
sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on the
printer.
❏Do not block or cover the openings in the printer’s cabinet.
Do not insert objects through the slots.
❏Take care not to spill liquid on the printer.
❏Use only the type of power source indicated on the printer’s
label.
❏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.
❏Avoid electrical outlets controlled by wall switches or
automatic timers.
❏Keep the entire computer system away from potential sources
of electromagnetic interference, such as loudspeakers or the
base units of cordless telephones.
❏Do not use a damaged or frayed power cord.
❏If you use an extension cord with the printer, make sure the
total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the extension
cord does not exceed the cord’s ampere rating. Also, make
sure the total ampere rating of all devices plugged into the
wall outlet does not exceed the wall outlet’s ampere rating.
❏Do not attempt to service the printer yourself.

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❏Unplug the printer and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:
The power cord or plug is damaged; liquid has entered the
printer; the printer has been dropped or the cabinet damaged;
the printer does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct
change in performance.
❏If you 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 a 16 Amp circuit breaker.
Bei Anschluß des Druckers an die Stromversorgung muß
sichergestellt werden, daß die Gebäudeinstallation mit einem
16 A-Überstromschalter abgesichert ist.
A Few Precautions
When using the printer
❏Do not put your hand inside the printer or touch the ink
cartridges during printing.
❏Do not move the print head by hand; otherwise, you may
damage the printer.
❏Always turn the printer off using the
Ppower button. When
this button is pressed, the
Ppower light flashes briefly then
goes off. Do not unplug the printer or turn off the power to
the outlet until the
Ppower light stops flashing.
❏Before transporting the printer, make sure the print head is in
the home (far right) position and the ink cartridges are in
place.

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When handling the ink cartridges
❏Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children. Do not allow
children to drink from or otherwise handle the cartridges.
❏If ink gets on your skin, wash it off with soap and water. If it
gets in your eyes, flush them immediately with water.
❏Do not shake an ink cartridge; this can cause leakage.
❏Install the ink cartridge immediately after you remove it from
its package. Leaving the cartridge unpacked for a long time
before use may result in reduced print quality.
❏Once you install an ink cartridge, do not open the clamp or
remove the cartridge except to replace it with a new one. The
cartridge may become unusable otherwise.
❏Do not use an ink cartridge beyond the date printed on the
cartridge carton. For best results, use up the ink cartridges
within six months of installing them.
❏Do not dismantle the ink cartridges or try to refill them. This
could damage the print head.
When choosing a place for the printer
❏Place the printer on a flat, stable surface that is larger than the
printer. The printer will not operate properly if it is tilted or
at an angle.
❏Avoid places subject to rapid changes in temperature and
humidity. Also keep the printer away from direct sunlight,
strong light, or heat sources.
❏Avoid places subject to shocks and vibrations.
❏Leave enough room around the printer to allow for sufficient
ventilation.

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❏Place the printer near a wall outlet where the plug can be
easily unplugged.
Note for French-speaking users:
Placez l’imprimante près d’une prise de contacte où la fiche peut être
débranchée facilement.
ENERGY STAR Compliance
As an ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON has
determined that this product meets the ENERGY
STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.
The International ENERGY STAR Office Equipment Program is
a voluntary partnership with the computer and office equipment
industry to promote the introduction of energy-efficient personal
computers, monitors, printers, fax machines, and copiers in an
effort to reduce air pollution caused by power generation.
For United Kingdom Users
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 orEPSON Approved Products byEPSON (UK)Limited.
Safety information
wWarning:
This appliance must be earthed. Refer to the rating plate for
voltage and check that the appliance voltage corresponds to the
supply voltage.