Epson Stylus OFFICE B30 User manual

EPSON Stylus C110/C120/D120
WorkForce 30
Stylus OFFICE B30/T30/T33
ME OFFICE 70
Color Inkjet Printer
SEIJ07-001
SERVICE MANUAL
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PRECAUTIONS
Precautionary notations throughout the text are categorized relative to 1) Personal injury and 2) damage to equipment.
DANGER Signals a precaution which, if ignored, could result in serious or fatal personal injury. Great caution should be exercised in performing procedures preceded by
DANGER Headings.
WARNING Signals a precaution which, if ignored, could result in damage to equipment.
The precautionary measures itemized below should always be observed when performing repair/maintenance procedures.
DANGER
1. ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE PRODUCT FROM THE POWER SOURCE AND PERIPHERAL DEVICES PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR
PROCEDURES.
2. NO WORK SHOULD BE PERFORMED ON THE UNIT BY PERSONS UNFAMILIAR WITH BASIC SAFETY MEASURES AS DICTATED FOR ALL ELECTRONICS
TECHNICIANS IN THEIR LINE OF WORK.
3. WHEN PERFORMING TESTING AS DICTATED WITHIN THIS MANUAL, DO NOT CONNECT THE UNIT TO A POWER SOURCE UNTIL INSTRUCTED TO DO
SO. WHEN THE POWER SUPPLY CABLE MUST BE CONNECTED, USE EXTREME CAUTION IN WORKING ON POWER SUPPLY AND OTHER ELECTRONIC
COMPONENTS.
4. WHEN DISASSEMBLING OR ASSEMBLING A PRODUCT, MAKE SURE TO WEAR GLOVES TO AVOID INJURIER FROM METAL PARTS WITH SHARP EDGES.
WARNING
1. REPAIRS ON EPSON PRODUCT SHOULD BE PERFORMED ONLY BY AN EPSON CERTIFIED REPAIR TECHNICIAN.
2. MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SOURCE VOLTAGES IS THE SAME AS THE RATED VOLTAGE, LISTED ON THE SERIAL NUMBER/RATING PLATE. IF THE
EPSON PRODUCT HAS A PRIMARY AC RATING DIFFERENT FROM AVAILABLE POWER SOURCE, DO NOT CONNECT IT TO THE POWER SOURCE.
3. ALWAYS VERIFY THAT THE EPSON PRODUCT HAS BEEN DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE REMOVING OR REPLACING PRINTED
CIRCUIT BOARDS AND/OR INDIVIDUAL CHIPS.
4. IN ORDER TO PROTECT SENSITIVE MICROPROCESSORS AND CIRCUITRY, USE STATIC DISCHARGE EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS ANTI-STATIC WRIST
STRAPS, WHEN ACCESSING INTERNAL COMPONENTS.
5. REPLACE MALFUNCTIONING COMPONENTS ONLY WITH THOSE COMPONENTS BY THE MANUFACTURE; INTRODUCTION OF SECOND-SOURCE ICs OR
OTHER NON-APPROVED COMPONENTS MAY DAMAGE THE PRODUCT AND VOID ANY APPLICABLE EPSON WARRANTY.
6. WHEN USING COMPRESSED AIR PRODUCTS; SUCH AS AIR DUSTER, FOR CLEANING DURING REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE, THE USE OF SUCH
PRODUCTS CONTAINING FLAMMABLE GAS IS PROHIBITED.

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About This Manual
This manual describes basic functions, theory of electrical and mechanical operations, maintenance and repair procedures of the printer. The instructions and procedures included
herein are intended for the experienced repair technicians, and attention should be given to the precautions on the preceding page.
Manual Configuration
This manual consists of six chapters and Appendix.
CHAPTER 1.PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS
Provides a general overview and specifications of the product.
CHAPTER 2.OPERATING PRINCIPLES
Describes the theory of electrical and mechanical operations of the
product.
CHAPTER 3.TROUBLESHOOTING
Describes the step-by-step procedures for the troubleshooting.
CHAPTER 4.DISASSEMBLY / ASSEMBLY
Describes the step-by-step procedures for disassembling and assembling
the product.
CHAPTER 5.ADJUSTMENT
Provides Epson-approved methods for adjustment.
CHAPTER 6.MAINTENANCE
Provides preventive maintenance procedures and the lists of Epson-
approved lubricants and adhesives required for servicing the product.
APPENDIX Provides the following additional information for reference:
• Exploded Diagram
• Parts List
Symbols Used in this Manual
Various symbols are used throughout this manual either to provide additional
information on a specific topic or to warn of possible danger present during a
procedure or an action. Be aware of all symbols when they are used, and always read
NOTE, CAUTION, or WARNING messages.
Indicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice or condition
that is necessary to keep the product’s quality.
Indicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice, or condition
that, if not strictly observed, could result in damage to, or destruction of,
equipment.
May indicate an operating or maintenance procedure, practice or
condition that is necessary to accomplish a task efficiently. It may also
provide additional information that is related to a specific subject, or
comment on the results achieved through a previous action.
Indicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice or condition
that, if not strictly observed, could result in injury or loss of life.
Indicates that a particular task must be carried out according to a certain
standard after disassembly and before re-assembly, otherwise the
quality of the components in question may be adversely affected.
A D J U S T M E N T
R E Q U I R E D
C A U T I O N
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Revision Status
Revision Date of Issue Description
A August 9, 2007 First Release
B September 21, 2007 Chapter 1
•1.2.1 Basic Specifications (p. 10)
Note about a special nozzle of each color on the Printhead was added.
•1.2.3 Supported Paper (p. 12)
Note about nominal weight was added.
Chapter 2
•2.1.2 Motors & Sensors (p. 22)
Note about a special nozzle of each color on the Printhead was added.
•2.2.1 Printhead (p. 23)
Note about a special nozzle of each color on the Printhead was added.
Chapter 4
•4.1.2 Tools (p. 63)
The Upper Case Opener was added.
•4.3.4 Upper Housing/Cover Open Sensor (p. 67)
CheckPoint of removing the Right Front Cover was added.
C August 6, 2008 All Chapter
• The product names on the top page and the header of each chapter were revised due to the additional information on EPSON WorkForce
30/EPSON Stylus OFFICE B30/T30/T33/ME OFFICE 70.
• "Confidential" was added to all the pages.
Chapter 1
•1.2.3 Supported Paper (p. 12)
The Photo Paper was added.
•1.2.5 Ink Cartridge (p. 14)
The product numbers of the EPSON ink cartridges were added for WorkForce 30/EPSON Stylus OFFICE B30/T30/T33/ME OFFICE 70.
•1.3 Interface (p. 15)
The Device IDs were added for EPSON WorkForce 30/EPSON Stylus OFFICE B30/T30/T33/ME OFFICE 70.
•1.4.1 Electrical Specifications (p. 16)
The Power consumption was added for EPSON WorkForce 30/EPSON Stylus OFFICE B30/T30/T33/ME OFFICE 70.
•1.4.5 Safety Approvals (Safety standards/EMI) (p. 17)
Safety Approvals were changed.
Chapter 2
• Electrical Circuit Operating Principles were deleated.
Chapter 7
• Electrical Circuits were deleated.

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Contents
Chapter 1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
1.1 Features.................................................................................................................. 9
1.2 Printing Specifications......................................................................................... 10
1.2.1 Basic Specifications.................................................................................... 10
1.2.2 Print Mode .................................................................................................. 10
1.2.3 Supported Paper.......................................................................................... 12
1.2.4 Printing Area............................................................................................... 14
1.2.5 Ink Cartridge............................................................................................... 14
1.3 Interface............................................................................................................... 15
1.4 General Specifications......................................................................................... 16
1.4.1 Electrical Specifications ............................................................................. 16
1.4.2 Environmental Conditions .......................................................................... 16
1.4.3 Durability.................................................................................................... 17
1.4.4 Acoustic Noise............................................................................................ 17
1.4.5 Safety Approvals (Safety standards/EMI) .................................................. 17
1.5 Operation Buttons & Indicators (LEDs).............................................................. 17
1.5.1 Operation Buttons....................................................................................... 17
1.5.2 Indicators (LEDs) ....................................................................................... 17
1.5.3 Operation Buttons & LEDs Functions........................................................ 18
1.5.4 Errors & Remedies ..................................................................................... 19
Chapter 2 OPERATING PRINCIPLE
2.1 Overview ............................................................................................................. 21
2.1.1 Printer Mechanism...................................................................................... 21
2.1.2 Motors & Sensors ....................................................................................... 22
2.2 Printer Mechanism Operating Principles ............................................................ 23
2.2.1 Printhead..................................................................................................... 23
2.2.2 Carriage Mechanism................................................................................... 25
2.2.3 Paper Loading/Paper Feed Mechanism ...................................................... 26
2.2.4 Ink System Mechanism .............................................................................. 31
2.2.5 Ink Sequence............................................................................................... 34
Chapter 3 TROUBLESHOOTING
3.1 Overview ............................................................................................................. 36
3.1.1 Specified Tools ........................................................................................... 36
3.1.2 Preliminary Checks..................................................................................... 36
3.2 Troubleshooting................................................................................................... 37
3.2.1 Motor and Sensor Troubleshooting ............................................................ 37
3.2.2 Error Indications and Fault Occurrence Causes ......................................... 38
3.2.3 Superficial Phenomenon-Based Troubleshooting ...................................... 56

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Chapter 4 DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY
4.1 Overview ............................................................................................................. 63
4.1.1 Precautions.................................................................................................. 63
4.1.2 Tools ........................................................................................................... 63
4.1.3 Work Completion Check ............................................................................ 64
4.2 Disassembly Procedures...................................................................................... 65
4.3 Removing Housing.............................................................................................. 66
4.3.1 Paper Support Assy..................................................................................... 66
4.3.2 Stacker Assy. .............................................................................................. 66
4.3.3 Cover Printer............................................................................................... 67
4.3.4 Upper Housing/Cover Open Sensor ........................................................... 67
4.4 Removing Board.................................................................................................. 69
4.4.1 Main Board Unit/Left Frame ...................................................................... 69
4.4.2 Panel Unit ................................................................................................... 71
4.4.3 Power Supply Unit...................................................................................... 73
4.5 Disassembling Printer Mechanism ...................................................................... 74
4.5.1 Removing Printer Mechanism (Lower Housing) ....................................... 74
4.5.2 Printhead ..................................................................................................... 75
4.5.3 CR Scale ..................................................................................................... 77
4.5.4 Hopper ........................................................................................................ 78
4.5.5 Front Frame/Right Frame ........................................................................... 79
4.5.6 Star Wheel Holder Assy. ............................................................................ 80
4.5.7 EJ Roller ..................................................................................................... 81
4.5.8 PF Encoder Sensor...................................................................................... 82
4.5.9 PF Scale ...................................................................................................... 83
4.5.10 PF Motor................................................................................................... 83
4.5.11 CR Motor .................................................................................................. 85
4.5.12 Main Frame Assy...................................................................................... 86
4.5.13 CR Unit..................................................................................................... 89
4.5.14 Upper Paper Guide ................................................................................... 90
4.5.15 ASF Unit................................................................................................... 91
4.5.16 Ink System Unit ........................................................................................ 92
4.5.17 Front Paper Guide..................................................................................... 95
4.5.18 PF Roller................................................................................................... 96
4.5.19 Waste Ink Pads ......................................................................................... 97
Chapter 5 ADJUSTMENT
5.1 Adjustment Items and Overview......................................................................... 99
5.1.1 Servicing Adjustment Item List.................................................................. 99
5.1.2 Required Adjustments .............................................................................. 101
5.2 Using the Adjustment Program ......................................................................... 103
5.2.1 TOP Margin Adjustment .......................................................................... 103
5.2.2 First Dot Position Adjustment .................................................................. 103
5.2.3 Head Angular Adjustment........................................................................ 104
5.2.4 Bi-D Adjustment....................................................................................... 104
5.2.5 PF Adjustment .......................................................................................... 105
5.2.6 PF Band Adjustment................................................................................. 106
Chapter 6 MAINTENANCE
6.1 Overview ........................................................................................................... 108
6.1.1 Cleaning.................................................................................................... 108
6.1.2 Service Maintenance................................................................................. 108
6.1.3 Lubrication................................................................................................ 109
Chapter 7 APPENDIX
7.1 Exploded Diagram / Parts List .......................................................................... 114

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1.1 Features
EPSON Stylus C110/C120/D120/WorkForce 30/EPSON Stylus OFFICE B30/T30/
T33/ME OFFICE 70 are single-function color ink-jet printers.
The main features are;
High speed & High quality
Maximum print resolution: SMGA 5760 (H) x 1440 (V) dpi
Newly developed F3-3 Mach Turbo II Printhead achieves higher black&white
print speed than ever.
Installs two black ink cartridges as standard.
Newly developed pigment ink is employed.
Borderless printing on specified EPSON brand paper is available.
Control panel
Simple design with three buttons and three indicators (LED).
Dimensions
Dimensions: 435 mm (W) x 240 mm (D) x 161 mm (H)
(Paper support and stacker are closed. Rubber feet are excluded)
Weight: 3.9 kg (without ink cartridges)
Figure 1-1. External View
Paper Support & Stacker are Closed
Paper Support & Stacker are Opened

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1.2 Printing Specifications
1.2.1 Basic Specifications
Note * : The No.1 nozzle of each color is used only for executing flushing, and is not used for
printing.Refer to “2.2.1 Printhead” (p.23)
1.2.2 Print Mode
Table 1-1. Printer Specifications
Item Specifications
Print method On-demand ink jet
Nozzle configuration Black:180 nozzles x 2
Color: 60 nozzles x 3 (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow)*
Print direction Bi-directional minimum distance printing (logic seeking)
Print resolution Horizontal x Vertical (dpi)
• 360 x 180 • 720 x 720
• 360 x 360 • 1440 x 720
• 360 x 720 • SMGA 5760 x 1440 (1440 x 1440)
Control code • ESC/P Raster command
• EPSON Remote command
Input buffer size T.B.D. Kbytes
Paper feed method Friction feed, using one ASF (Auto Sheet Feeder)
Paper path Top feed, front out
Paper feed rates T.B.D. mm/sec (at 25.4 mm feed)
PF interval Programmable in 0.01764 mm (1/1440 inch) steps
Table 1-2. Print Mode (Color)
Media Print
Mode
Resolution
(H x V) dpi
Dot Size
(cps) Bi-d Micro Weave
Border-
less
• Plain paper
• Premium Bright
White Paper (EAI)
• Premium Ink Jet
Plain papers (others)
Draft 1 360x180 Eco
(400cps) ON OFF N/A
Draft 2 360x180 Eco
(400cps) ON OFF N/A
Normal 2 360x360 VSD1
(320cps) ON OFF N/A
Normal 3 360x360 VSD1
(320cps) ON ON N/A
Fine 360x720 VSD2
(245cps) ON ON N/A
Photo 2 720x720 VSD3
(245cps) ON ON N/A
• Ultra Premium
Glossy Photo Paper
(EAI)
• Ultra Glossy Photo
Paper (others)
Best Photo 1440x720 VSD3
(245cps) ON ON OK
Photo RPM 1440x1440 VSD3
(245cps) ON ON OK
• Premium Photo Paper
Glossy (EAI)
• Premium Glossy
Photo Paper (others)
Fine 360x720 VSD2
(245cps) ON ON OK
Photo 1 720x720 VSD2
(245cps) ON ON OK
Best Photo 1440x720 VSD3
(245cps) ON ON OK
Photo RPM 1440x1440 VSD3
(245cps) ON ON OK
• Photo Paper Glossy
(EAI)
• Glossy Photo Paper
(others)
Fine 360x720 VSD2
(245cps) ON ON OK
Photo 1 720x720 VSD2
(245cps) ON ON OK
Best Photo 1440x720 VSD3
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Note * : Not supported in EAI.
Note * : Not supported in EAI
• Premium Photo Paper
Semi-Gloss (EAI)
• Premium Semigloss
Photo Paper (others)
Fine 360x720 VSD2
(245cps) ON ON OK
Photo 1 720x720 VSD2
(245cps) ON ON OK
Best Photo 1440x720 VSD3
(245cps) ON ON OK
• Premium
Presentation Paper
Matte (EAI)
• Matte Paper Heavy-
weight (others)
Photo 1 720x720 VSD2
(245cps) ON ON OK
Best Photo 1440x720 VSD3
(245cps) ON ON OK
• Photo Quality Inkjet
Paper* (others) Photo 1 720x720 VSD2 (245cps) ON ON N/A
Best Photo 1440x720 VSD3
(245cps) ON ON N/A
• Envelope Normal 2 360x360 VSD1
(320cps) OFF OFF N/A
Fine 360x720 VSD2
(245cps) OFF ON N/A
Table 1-2. Print Mode (Color)
Media Print
Mode
Resolution
(H x V) dpi
Dot Size
(cps) Bi-d Micro Weave
Border-
less
Table 1-3. Print Mode (Monochrome)
Media Print
Mode
Resolution
(H x V) dpi
Dot Size
(cps) Bi-d Micro Weave
Border-
less
• Plain paper
• Premium Bright
White Paper (EAI)
• Premium Inkjet
Plain Paper (others)
Draft 3 360x360 Eco
(400cps) ON OFF N/A
Draft 4 360x360 Eco
(400cps) ON OFF N/A
Normal 1 360x360 VSD1
(320cps) ON OFF N/A
Normal 3 360x360 VSD1
(320cps) ON ON N/A
Fine 360x720 VSD2
(245cps) ON ON OK
Photo 2 720x720 VSD3
(245cps) ON ON N/A
• Premium
Presentation Paper
Matte (EAI)
• Matte Paper Heavy-
weight (others)
Photo 1 720x720 VSD2
(245cps) ON ON OK
Best Photo 1440x720 VSD3
(245cps) ON ON OK
• Photo Quality Inkjet
Paper* (others) Photo 1 720x720 VSD2 (245cps) ON ON N/A
Best Photo 1440x720 VSD3
(245cps) ON ON N/A
• Envelope Normal 1 360x360 VSD1
(320cps) OFF OFF N/A
Fine 360x720 VSD2
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1.2.3 Supported Paper
The table below lists the paper type and sizes supported by the printer. The Supported paper type and sizes vary depending on destinations (between EAI, EUR, and Asia).
Table 1-4. Supported Paper
Paper Name Paper Size Thickness
(mm) Weight
EAI EUR Asia
P*1 B*2 P*1 B*2 P*1 B*2
Plain paper
Legal 215.9 x 355.6 mm (8.5”x14”)
0.08-0.11 64-90 g/m2
(17-24 lb.)
Y - Y - Y -
Letter 215.9 x 279.4 mm (8.5”x11”) Y - Y - Y -
A4 210 x 297 mm (8.3”x11.7”) Y - Y - Y -
B5 182 x 257 mm (7.2”x10.1”) - - Y - Y -
A5 148 x 210 mm (5.8”x8.3”) - - Y - Y -
Half Letter 139.7 x 215.9 mm (5.5"x8.5”) Y - - - - -
A6 105 x 148 mm (4.2”x5.8”) Y - Y - Y -
User Defined 89 x 127- 329 x 1117.6 mm
(3.56”x 5.08” - 13.16”x44.7”) Y - Y - Y -
Premium Inkjet Plain Paper A4 210 x 297 mm (8.3”x11.7”) 0.11 80 g/m2
(21 lb.) - - Y - Y -
Premium Bright White Paper (EAI)
Bright White Inkjet Paper (Euro, Asia)
Letter 215.9 x 279.4 mm (8.5”x11”) 0.11 90 g/m2
(24 lb.) Y - - - - -
A4 210 x 297 mm (8.3”x11.7”) 0.13 92.5 g/m2
(25 lb.) - - Y - Y -
Ultra Premium Glossy Photo Paper (EAI)*3
Ultra Glossy Photo Paper (Euro, Asia)*3
Letter 215.9 x 279.4 mm (8.5”x11”)
0.30 290 g/m2
(77 lb.)
Y Y - - - -
A4 210 x 297 mm (8.3”x11.7”) - Y Y Y Y Y
8” x 10” 203.2 x 254 mm Y Y - - - -
5” x 7” 127 x 178 mm Y Y Y Y - -
4” x 6” 101.6 x 152.4 mm Y Y Y Y Y Y
Premium Photo Paper Glossy (EAI)
Premium Glossy Photo Paper (Euro, Asia)
Letter 215.9 x 279.4 mm (8.5”x11”)
0.27 255 g/m2
(68 lb.)
Y Y - - - -
A4 210 x 297 mm (8.3”x11.7”) Y Y Y Y Y Y
8” x 10” 203.2 x 254 mm Y Y - - - -
5” x 7” 127 x 178 mm Y Y Y Y Y Y
4 " x 6 " 101.6 x 152.4 mm Y Y Y Y Y Y
16:9 wide 101.6 x 180.6 mm Y Y Y Y Y Y

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Photo Paper Glossy (EAI)
Glossy Photo Paper (Euro, Asia)
Letter 215.9 x 279.4 mm (8.5”x11”)
0.25 258 g/m2
(68 lb.)
Y Y - - - -
A4 210 x 297 mm (8.3”x11.7”) Y Y Y Y Y Y
5” x 7” 127 x 178 mm - - Y Y - -
4” x 6” 101.6 x 152.4 mm Y Y Y Y Y Y
Premium Photo Paper Semi-Gloss (EAI)
Premium Semigloss Photo Paper (Euro, Asia)
Letter 215.9 x 279.4 mm (8.5”x11”)
0.27 250 g/m2
(66 lb.)
Y Y - - - -
A4 210 x 297 mm (8.3”x11.7”) - - Y Y Y Y
4” x 6” 101.6 x 152.4 mm Y Y Y Y Y Y
Premium Presentation Paper Matte (EAI)
Matte Paper-Heavyweight (Euro, Asia)
Letter 215.9 x 279.4 mm (8.5”x11”)
0.23 167 g/m2
(44 lb.)
Y Y - - - -
A4 210 x 297 mm (8.3”x11.7”) Y Y Y Y Y Y
8” x 10” 203.2 x 254 mm Y Y - - - -
Photo Quality Inkjet Paper A4 210 x 297 mm (8.3”x11.7”) 0.13 102 g/m2
(27 lb.) - - Y - Y -
Photo Paper*4 A4 210 x 297 mm (8.3”x11.7”) 0.21 206 g/m2
(55 lb.) - - Y Y Y Y
Envelopes
#10 104.8 x 241.3 mm (4.125”x9.5”)
-75-100 g/m2
(20-27 lb.)
Y - Y - Y -
#DL 110 x 220 mm - - Y - Y -
#C6 114 x 162 mm - - Y - Y -
Table 1-4. Supported Paper
Paper Name Paper Size Thickness
(mm) Weight
EAI EUR Asia
P*1 B*2 P*1 B*2 P*1 B*2
Note *1: “Y” in the “P” column stands for “the paper type/size is Supported”.
*2: “Y” in the “B” column stands for “Borderless printing is available”.
*3: The nominal weight is 300 g/m2
*4: Only WorkForce 30/EPSON Stylus OFFICE B30/T30/T33/ME OFFICE 70
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Make sure the paper is not wrinkled, fluffed, torn, or folded.
The curve of paper must be 5 mm or below.
When printing on an envelope, be sure the flap is folded neatly.
Do not use the adhesive envelopes.
Do not use double envelopes and cellophane window envelopes.

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1.2.4 Printing Area
The printing area for this printer is shown below.
Note * : The margins for Borderless print are margins that bleed off the edges of paper.
Figure 1-2. Printing Area
1.2.5 Ink Cartridge
The product numbers of the EPSON ink cartridges for this printer are shown below.
Product No. of Ink Cartridges
Note * : Not supported for EHK.
Note * : Not supported for North Latin.
Shelf life
Two years from production date (if unopened), six months after opening package.
Storage Temperature
Table 1-5. Printing Area (Margins)
Print Mode Paper Size Margin
Left Right Top Bottom
Standard print Any size 3 mm 3 mm 3 mm 3 mm
Envelope 5 mm 5 mm 3 mm 20 mm
Borderless
print
A4/Letter to
5” x 7” 2.54 mm* 2.54 mm* 2.3 mm* 3.67 mm*
4” x 6” 2.3 mm* 3.39 mm*
Print Area
LM RM
TM
BM
BM
Cut Sheet (Standard) Cut Sheet (Borderless)
Paper SIze
LM RM
TM
BM
Print Area
LM RM
Print Area
Envelope
Paper Size
TM
Paper Feed Direction
Table 1-6. EPSON Stylus C110/C120/D120
Color EAI Latin Euro CISMEA Asia
Black T0681 (S) T0731H (S) T0711H (S)
T0711 (2S)
T0731H (S)
T0731 (2S)
T0731H (S)*
T0731 (2S)
Cyan T0692 (3S) T0732 (3S) T0712 (3S) T0732 (3S) T0732 (3S)
Magenta T0693 (3S) T0733 (3S) T0713 (3S) T0733 (3S) T0733 (3S)
Yellow T0694 (3S) T0734 (3S) T0714 (3S) T0734 (3S) T0734 (3S)
Table 1-7. EPSON WorkForce 30/EPSON Stylus OFFICE B30/T30/T33/
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Color EAI Latin Euro CISMEA/
Asia ECC
Black T0681 (S)
T0691 (2S)
T0731HN (S)
T1151 (S)*
T0711H (S)
T0711 (S)
T0731HN (S)
T0731N (2S)
T1191 (S)
T1091 (2S)
Cyan T0682 (2S)
T0692 (3S) T0732N (2S) T1002 (S) T0712 (3S)
T1032 (S)
T0732N (3S) T1092 (2S)
Magenta T0683 (2S)
T0693 (3S) T0733N (2S) T1003 (S) T0713 (3S)
T1033 (S)
T0733N (3S) T1093 (2S)
Yellow T0684 (2S)
T0694 (3S) T0734N (2S) T1004 (S) T0714 (3S)
T1034 (S)
T0734N (3S) T1094 (2S)
Table 1-8. Storage Temperature
Situation Storage Temperature Limit
When stored in individual boxes -20 oC to 40 oC
(-4oF to 104oF) 1 month max. at 40 oC (104oF)
When installed in main unit -20 oC to 40 oC
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Dimension
12.7 mm (W) x 68 mm (D) x 47 mm (H) 1.3 Interface
The printer has a USB interface of the following specification.
Standards
“Universal Serial Bus Specifications Revision 2.0”

“Universal Serial Bus Device Class Definition for Printing Devices Version 1.1”
Transfer rate: 480 Mbps (High Speed Device)
Data format: NRZI
Compatible connector: USB Series B
Recommended cable length: 2 [m] or less
Device ID
When IEEE 1284.4 is Enabled
MFG:EPSON;
CMD:ESCPL2,BDC,D4,D4PX;
MDL:Model Name;
CLS:PRINTER;
DES:EPSON[SP]Model Name;
When IEEE 1284.4 is Disabled
MFG:EPSON;
CMD:ESCPL2,BDC;
MDL:Model Name;
CLS:PRINTER;
DES:EPSON[SP]Model Name;
C A U T I O N
The ink cartridge cannot be refilled.
 Do not use expired ink cartridges.
 The ink in the ink cartridge freezes at -16 °C (3.2
o
F). It takes about
three hours under 25 °C (77
o
F) until the ink thaws and becomes
usable.
Table 1-9. Model Name
Product Name Model Name
Stylus C120 Stylus[SP]C120
Stylus D120 Stylus[SP]D120
Stylus C110 Stylus[SP]C110
WorkForce 30 T.B.D
Stylus OFFICE B30 T.B.D
Stylus OFFICE T30 T.B.D
Stylus OFFICE T33 T.B.D
ME OFFICE 70 T.B.D

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1.4 General Specifications
1.4.1 Electrical Specifications
Primary power input
Note : If the printer is not operated for more than three minutes, the printer shifts into the
standby mode and reduces the current to the motor to conserve power.
1.4.2 Environmental Conditions
Note *1: The combined Temperature and Humidity conditions must be within the blue-shaded
range in Fig.1-3.
*2: No condensation
*3: Must be less than 1 month at 40°C.
Figure 1-3. Temperature/Humidity Range
Table 1-10. Primary Power Specifications
Item 100-120 V model 220-240 V model
Rated power supply voltage 100 to 120 VAC 220 to 240 VAC
Input voltage range 90 to 132 VAC 198 to 264 VAC
Rated current 0.6 A 0.3 A
Rated frequency 50 to 60 Hz
Input frequency range 49.5 to 60.5 Hz
Insulation resistance 3000 V (for one minute)
Energy conservation International Energy Star Program compliant
Power
consumption
Printing
Stylus C110/C120/D120
Approx. 15 W
(ISO10561 Letter Pattern)
WorkForce 30/EPSON
Stylus OFFICE B30/T30/
T33/ME OFFICE 70
Approx. 15 W
(ISO/IEC24712 Pattern)
Stylus C110/C120/D120
Approx. 15 W
(ISO10561 Letter Pattern)
WorkForce 30/EPSON
Stylus OFFICE B30/T30/
T33/ME OFFICE 70
Approx. 15 W
(ISO/IEC24712 Pattern)
Sleep Approx. 2.0 W Approx. 2.0 W
Off Approx. 0.2 W Approx. 0.4 W
Table 1-11. Environmental Conditions
Condition Temperature*1 Humidity*1,2 Shock Vibration
Operating 10 to 35°C
(50 to 95°F) 20 to 80% 1G
(1 msec or less)
0.15G,
10 to 55Hz
Storage
(unpacked)
-20 to 40°C*3
(-4°F to 104°F) 5to 85% 2G (2 msec or less)
0.50G,
10 to 55Hz
C A U T I O N
When returning the repaired printer to the customer, make sure
the Printhead is covered with the cap and the ink cartridge is
installed.
If the Printhead is not covered with the cap when the printer is
off, turn on the printer with the ink cartridge installed, make
sure the Printhead is covered with the cap, and then turn the
printer off.
10/50
27/80
35/9520/68
Temperature (°C/°F)
20
30
40
50
90
80
70
60
Humidity (%)
30/86 40/104

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1.4.3 Durability
Total print life: Black 20,000 pages (A4, 3.5% duty),
Color 10,000 pages (A4, ISOFDC24712),
or five years which ever comes first
Printhead: Six billions shots (per nozzle) or five years which ever comes
first
1.4.4 Acoustic Noise
Max. 55dB (when printing from PC, on A4, in default mode)
1.4.5 Safety Approvals (Safety standards/EMI)
USA UL60950-1
FCC Part15 Subpart B Class B
Canada CSA C22.2 No.60950-1
CAN/CSA-CEI/IEC CISPR 22 Class B
Mexico NOM-019-SCFI-1998
Taiwan CNS13438 Class B
CNS14336 (IEC60950)
EU EN60950-1
EN55022 Class B
EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3
EN55024
Germany EN60950-1
Russia GOST-R (IEC60950-1, CISPR 22)
Singapore IEC60950-1
Korea K60950-1
KN22 Class B
KN61000-4-2/-3/-4/-5/-6/-11
China GB4943 / GB9254 Class B, GB17625.1
GB8898* / GB13837 Class B*
Argentina IEC60950-1
Australia AS/NZS CISPR22 Class B
Note * : Only WorkForce 30/EPSON Stylus OFFICE B30/T30/T33/ME OFFICE 70
1.5 Operation Buttons & Indicators (LEDs)
1.5.1 Operation Buttons
The printer has the following three operation buttons.
1.5.2 Indicators (LEDs)
Three indicators (LEDs) are provided to indicate settings or printer status.
Note *1: The Ink LED and Paper LED stay OFF when printing from PC.
*2: SeeTable 1-15 “Indicators (LEDs) Function” for the LED status at error
occurrence.
Figure 1-4. Buttons & LEDs
Table 1-12. Operation Buttons
Button Function
Power Turns the power ON/OFF.
Ink Runs a sequence of ink cartridge replacement or cleaning.
Paper Feeds or ejects paper.
Table 1-13. Indicators (LEDs)
LED Function
Power LED (green)
Lights at power-on.
Flashes during some sequence is in progress.
Flashes at high speed during power-OFF sequence.
Ink LED (orange)*1Lights or flashes when an ink-related error occurs.*2
Paper LED (orange)*1Lights or flashes when an paper-related error occurs.*2
Power Button Paper ButtonInk Button
Power LED Paper LEDInk LED

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1.5.3 Operation Buttons & LEDs Functions
Detailed information on the buttons and LEDs functions are listed below.
Note 1: First press the Paper button and then Power button. The printer will turn On and print
the nozzle check pattern.
2: First press the Power button and then Ink button. Hold them for seven seconds.
3: The nozzle check pattern printed by the printer is shown in Figure 1-5.
Figure 1-5. Nozzle Check Pattern
Table 1-14. Operation Button Functions
Button Function
Power • Turns the power ON/OFF
Ink
• Runs a sequence of ink cartridge replacement. The carriage
moves to set the ink cartridge to the position for
replacement.
• Moves the carriage to the ink check position when ink level
low, ink out, or no ink cartridge error has occurred.
• When an ink cartridge is at the ink check position, moves
the carriage to set the cartridge to the position for
replacement, or to the ink check position.
• When an ink cartridge is at the ink replacement position,
moves the carriage to the home position.
Paper
• Feeds or ejects paper.
• Recovers from a multi-feed error and resumes the print job.
• Feeds paper that is loaded on the tray when a no-paper error
has occurred.
• Ejects a jammed paper when a paper jam error has
occurred.
• Cancels the print job during printing.
Ink
(when held for three seconds
or longer)
• Runs a head cleaning.
• Runs a sequence of ink cartridge replacement when ink
level low, ink out, or no ink cartridge error has occurred.
Power + Paper *1
(combination)
• Prints a nozzle check pattern.*3
Power + Ink *2
(combination)
• Forcefully turns the power OFF.
360 dpi VSD1
0.142 mm (1/180 inch)
32 dots
Note : The numbers shown in the figure are nozzle numbers. They are not printed on
an actual nozzle check pattern.

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Note : --: No change
Flash: Repeats turning On and Off every 1.25 seconds.
Flash 2: Repeats On for 0.5 seconds, Off for 0.5 seconds,
On for 0.5 seconds, and Off for 1.0 second.
Flash at high speed: Repeats turning On and Off every 0.5 seconds.
Flashes alternately 1: same as the “Flash”
Flashes alternately 2: Repeats turning Off and On every 1.25 seconds.
Note *1: When two or more errors occur at the same time, the one with higher priority will be
indicated.
*2: All LEDs light for 0.2 seconds when a reset request is received.
1.5.4 Errors & Remedies
Note : For more information on the remedies, see “3.2.2 Error Indications and Fault Occurrence
Causes” (p.38).
Table 1-15. Indicators (LEDs) Function
Printer Status Indicators (LEDs) Pri-
ority*1
Power Ink Paper
Powering off Flashes at
high speed OFF OFF 1
Fatal error OFF Flashes at
high speed
Flashes at
high speed 2
Maintenance request OFF Flashes
alternately 2
Flashes
alternately 1 3
Paper jam -- -- Flashes 5
Multi-feed error -- -- ON 6
No paper error -- -- ON 6
Cover open error -- Flashes 2 Flashes 2 6
Ink cartridge replacement is in
progress Flashes -- -- 7
Ink sequence is in progress Flashes -- -- 8
CSIC error -- ON -- 9
No ink cartridge error or ink-out error -- ON -- 9
During feeding or ejecting paper Flashes -- -- 10
Data processing Flashes -- -- 10
Ink level low error -- Flashes -- 11
Power ON ON -- -- 12
Reset request*2ON ON ON -
Error Description Remedies
Fatal error A mechanical error has occurred. Turn the power Off and back it
On.
Maintenance request Waste ink pads need to be
replaced.
Replace the waste ink pads and
reset the counter.
Paper jam A paper jam has occurred. Remove the jammed paper and
press the Paper button.
No paper Failed to feed paper. Load paper correctly and press
the Paper button.
Multi-feed Multiple sheets of paper were fed
at the same time.
Press the Paper button to eject the
multiple sheets.
Ink-out The cartridge has run out of ink. Replace the ink cartridge.
No ink cartridge Ink cartridge(s) was not detected. Replace the ink cartridge.
Wrong ink cartridge Incorrect ink cartridge(s) was
detected. Replace the ink cartridge.

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