Epson Stylus Photo PX700FW User manual

SERVICE MANUAL
Color Inkjet Printer
EpsonArtisan800/
EpsonStylusPhotoPX800FW/
EpsonStylusPhotoTX800FW/
EpsonArtisan700/
EpsonStylusPhotoPX700FW/
EpsonStylusPhotoTX700FW

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PRECAUTIONS
Precautionary notations throughout the text are categorized relative to 1) Personal injury and 2) damage to equipment.
DANGERSignals 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.
WARNINGSignals 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 Symbols Used in this Manual
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
Describesthestep-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.
APPENDIXProvides the following additional information for reference:
• Exploded Diagram
• Parts List
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.

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Date of Issue
Description
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First Release
B
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Revised Contents
 Chapter 3
Made change and description has been added in Table 3-4 “ Check point for Fatal error according to each
phenomenon (Printer Mechanism)” (p58).
Made change and description has been added in Table 3-7 “ Check point for Paper jam error according to each
phenomenon” (p65).
◼ Table 3-15 “ Troubleshooting Abnormal Noise Problems” (p70) has beenadded.
Made change and description has been added in Table 3-16 “ Troubleshooting Paper Feed Problems” (p70).
Made change and description has been added in Table 3-17 “ TroubleshootingPaperEjecting Problems” (p71).
Made change and description has been added in Table 3-18 “ Troubleshooting Carriage Movement Problems”
(p71).
Made change and description has been added in Table 3-19 “ Troubleshooting Print Quality Problems” (p72).
 Chapter 4
Description has been added in 4.1.1 Precautions (p94).
Description has been added in 4.1.2 Tools (p95).
Description has been added in 4.1.3 Work Completion Check (p95).
Description has been added in 4.2 Disassembly Procedures (p99).

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 Chapter 4
◼ 4.2.1 Parts transferred from the old printer when replacing the Printer Mechanism (p101) has beenadded.
Made change in 4.2.2.1 ADF Unit (Artisan 800/PX800FW/TX800FW only) (p102).
Made change for reassembly in 4.2.2.2 Scanner Unit (p103).
Reassembly of 4.2.2.2 Scanner Unit (p103) has been added.
Caution of 4.2.3.2 Main Board / Grounding Plate M/B (p117) has been added.
Made change for caution in 4.2.4.1 Printhead (p124).
“ PF Encoder” has been deleted.
“ PF Scale” has been deleted.
Procedure and Checkpoint of 4.2.4.5 Ink Supply IC Holder Assy (p133) has been added.
Made change for reassembly in 4.2.4.6 Ink System (p135).
Procedure of 4.2.4.7 Lower ASF Paper Guide Assy (p138) has been added.
Made change in 4.2.4.8 CDR Tray Assy (p140).
Description has been added for reassembly in 4.2.4.11 Main Frame (p144).
Description has been added for reassembly in 4.2.4.13 EJ Frame Assy / EJ Release Frame Assy R/ EJ Release
Frame Assy L (p147).
Made change in 4.2.4.14 PF Motor (p150).
Description has been added for reassembly in 4.2.4.16 Carriage Unit (p154).
Caution of 4.2.4.18 Rear Frame (p159) has been added.
Description has been added for reassembly in 4.2.4.19 Upper Paper Guide L/R / PE Sensor (p161).
“ Paper Guide Front Assy” has been deleted.
Description has been added for reassembly in 4.2.4.20 Waste Ink Tray Assy (p163).
Procedure of 4.2.6.2 ADF Cover Assy/ADF Cover L (p175) has been added.
Made change for reassembly in 4.3.1.1 Scanner Unit (Artisan 700/PX700W/TX700W) (p185).
Caution of 4.3.2.2 Main Board/Grounding Plate M/B (Artisan 700/PX700W/TX700W) (p196) has beenadded.

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 Chapter 5
Full-fledged revision
Made change and description has been added in Table 5-1 “ Adjustment Items” (p210).
Made change and description has been added in Table 5-2 “ Maintenance Items” (p213).
Made change and description has been added in Table 5-3 “ Additional Functions” (p213).
Made change and description has been added in Table 5-4 “ Required Adjustment List” (p216).
Check point of 5.2 Adjustment Using Adjustment Program (p219) has been added.
Made change in 5.2.4 Head Angular Adjustment (p221).
◼ 5.2.7 PG Offset Value Adjustment (p225) has been added.
◼ 5.2.8 Case Open Sensor Check (p226) has been added.
Made change in 5.2.9 AID inspection (p229).
Made change in 5.2.10 Banding Reduction System (BRS) Adjustment / Paper Feed Amount Profile (PFP)
Correction (p230).
Made change in 5.3.1 PG Adjustment (p235).
Made change in 5.3.2 CR Timing Belt Tension Adjustment (p240).
Made change in 5.3.3 PF Timing Belt Tension Adjustment (p241).
Made change in 5.3.4 Touch Panel Adjustment (Epson Artisan 800/Epson Stylus Photo PX800FW/TX800FW
only) (p242).
◼ 5.4.1 I/S Decompress (p244) has been added.
◼ 5.4.2 AID SHK Error Reset (p245) has been added.
 Chapter 6
Lubrication point of 6.1.3 Lubrication (p249) has been added.

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Revised Contents
 Chapter 4
Made change and description of “ Carriage Stopper jig” has been added in Table 4-1 “ Tools” (p95).
Made change in 4.2.4.1 Printhead (p124).
Made changein “ Assembling the Printhead (p126)”.
Made change in 4.2.4.5 Ink Supply IC Holder Assy (p133).
Made change in 4.2.4.14 PF Motor (p150).
Made changein “ Main board (top side) (Artisan 800/PX800FW/TX800FW) (p203)”.
Made changein “ Main board (top side) (Artisan 700/PX700W/TX700W) (p204)”.
 Chapter 5
PG adjustment has been added in Table 5-1 “ Adjustment Items” (p210).
Made change and description has been added in Table 5-4 “ Required Adjustment List” (p216).
Made change in 5.3.1 PG Adjustment (p235).
Made change in 5.3.3 PF Timing Belt Tension Adjustment (p241).

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Contents
Chapter 1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
1.1 Features................................................................................................................13
1.2 Printing Specifications.........................................................................................14
1.2.1 Basic Specifications ................................................................................... 14
1.2.2 Ink Cartridge ...............................................................................................14
1.2.3 Print Mode ..................................................................................................15
1.2.4 Supported Paper..........................................................................................17
1.2.5 Printing Area...............................................................................................19
1.3 Scanner Specifications.........................................................................................20
1.3.1 Scanning Range...........................................................................................20
1.4 General Specifications.........................................................................................21
1.4.1 Electrical Specifications..............................................................................21
1.4.2 Safety Approvals (Safety standards/EMI).................................................. 21
1.4.3 Acoustic Noise............................................................................................21
1.4.4 Durability....................................................................................................22
1.4.5 Environmental Conditions ......................................................................... 22
1.5 Interface...............................................................................................................23
1.5.1 USB Interface..............................................................................................23
1.5.2 FAX Interface
(Only Epson Artisan 800/Epson Stylus Photo PX800FW/TX800FW)....... 23
1.5.3 Network Interface .......................................................................................23
1.5.4 Memory Card Slots.................................................................................... 25
1.6 Control Panel .......................................................................................................26
1.6.1 Operation Buttons & LEDs.........................................................................26
1.6.2 Control Panel Functions in Each Mode.......................................................27
1.6.2.1 Control Panel Functions.......................................................................27
1.7 Specification for Each Function...........................................................................29
1.7.1 Stand-alone Copy Function (Copy Mode) ..................................................29
1.7.1.1 Supported Paper and Copy Mode ....................................................... 29
1.7.1.2 Stand-alone Copy Menu ......................................................................30
1.7.1.3 Copy Speed (TBD) ..............................................................................31
1.7.1.4 Relation Between Original and Copy ..................................................31
1.7.2 Memory Card Direct Print Function (Photos Mode).................................. 32
1.7.2.1 Supported Paper and Print Mode.........................................................32
1.7.2.2 Supported File Type and Media Type..................................................32
1.7.2.3 Automatic Detection of Images in Memory Card............................... 33
1.7.2.4 Specifications for Handling Image Data ............................................. 33
1.7.2.5 Memory Card Direct Print Menu ........................................................ 34
1.7.2.6 Makes Prints from Index Sheet Function............................................ 35
1.7.2.7 Print Layout......................................................................................... 36
1.7.3 Camera Direct Print Function (PictBridge) ................................................ 39
1.7.3.1 Available DSC .................................................................................... 39
1.7.3.2 Print Settings Available from DSC .....................................................39
1.7.3.3 General Operation Procedure.............................................................. 40
1.7.3.4 Operations when a DSC is connected .................................................40
1.7.4 Various Settings (Setup Mode) ..................................................................41
1.7.5 FAX Function (FAX Mode)....................................................................... 43
1.7.5.1 Basic Specifications ............................................................................ 43
1.7.5.2 Supported Functions............................................................................ 43
1.7.6 Other Functions.......................................................................................... 46
1.7.6.1 Scan Mode........................................................................................... 46
1.7.6.2 Backup Data........................................................................................ 46
1.7.6.3 Print Ruled Papers...............................................................................46
1.7.6.4 Coloring Book
(Only Epson Artisan 800/Epson Stylus Photo PX800FW/TX800FW) 46
Chapter 2 OPERATING PRINCIPLES
2.1 Overview............................................................................................................. 48
2.1.1 Printer Mechanism ..................................................................................... 48
2.1.2 Printhead.....................................................................................................48
2.1.3 Motors & Sensors.......................................................................................49
2.1.4 PG setting................................................................................................... 51
2.1.5 Printer Initialization.................................................................................... 52
Chapter 3 TROUBLESHOOTING
3.1 Overview............................................................................................................. 54
3.1.1 Specified Tools........................................................................................... 54
3.1.2 Preliminary Checks .................................................................................... 54
3.2 Troubleshooting .................................................................................................. 55
3.2.1 Motor and Sensor Troubleshooting............................................................ 55
3.3 Troubleshooting by Error Message.....................................................................56

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3.3.1 Error Message List..................................................................................... 56
3.3.2 Troubleshooting by Error Message.............................................................58
3.4 Troubleshooting without Error Message..............................................................70
3.4.1 Troubleshooting Printer Mechanism Problems...........................................70
3.4.2 Troubleshooting Electrical Problems..........................................................76
3.4.3 Troubleshooting I/F-related Problems.........................................................76
3.5 Troubleshooting Duplex Unit Problems ..............................................................78
3.6 Network Troubleshooting....................................................................................79
3.7 FAX Troubleshooting
(Epson Artisan 800/Epson Stylus PhotoPX800FW/TX800FW only)................. 81
3.7.1 FAX Log.....................................................................................................81
3.7.2 Error Code/Superficial Phenomenon-Based Troubleshooting.................... 85
3.8 Fax Function/External Connection Function Check
(Epson Artisan 800/Epson Stylus PhotoPX800FW/TX800FW only)................. 87
3.8.1 Outline.........................................................................................................87
3.8.2 Fax Function and External ConnectionFunction Check ............................ 87
3.8.2.1 Fax Function Check by [Method A] and External Connection Function
Check....................................................................................................87
3.8.2.2 Fax Function Check by [Method B] and External Connection Function
Check....................................................................................................91
3.8.2.3 Fax Function Check by [Method C] and External Connection Function
Check....................................................................................................92
Chapter 4 DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY
4.1 Overview .............................................................................................................94
4.1.1 Precautions..................................................................................................94
4.1.2 Tools ...........................................................................................................95
4.1.3 Work Completion Check.............................................................................95
4.1.4 Additional Procedure/Procedural Differences............................................ 97
4.2 Disassembly Procedures ..................................................................................... 99
4.2.1 PartstransferredfromtheoldprinterwhenreplacingthePrinterMechanism101
4.2.2 Removing the Housing..............................................................................102
4.2.2.1 ADF Unit (Artisan 800/PX800FW/TX800FW only).........................102
4.2.2.2 Scanner Unit ......................................................................................103
4.2.2.3 Hinge .................................................................................................105
4.2.2.4 Upper Left Housing / Panel Lock Button...........................................106
4.2.2.5 Upper Housing...................................................................................107
4.2.2.6 Rear Left Housing..............................................................................109
4.2.2.7 Left Housing / Decoration Belt L.......................................................109
4.2.2.8 Stacker Assy ......................................................................................110
4.2.2.9
Rear ASF Paper Guide Cover ........................................................... 111
4.2.2.10 Rear Right FAX Housing................................................................ 112
4.2.2.11 Right Housing / Card Cover............................................................ 113
4.2.2.12 Cassette Unit ................................................................................... 114
4.2.2.13 Paper Guide Top Assy ....................................................................115
4.2.3 Removing the Circuit Board..................................................................... 115
4.2.3.1 Panel Unit..........................................................................................115
4.2.3.2 Main Board / Grounding Plate M/B..................................................117
4.2.3.3 Power Supply Unit............................................................................ 121
4.2.3.4 Wireless LAN Board.........................................................................122
4.2.3.5 Card Slot Assy...................................................................................123
4.2.4 Disassembling the Printer Mechanism ..................................................... 124
4.2.4.1 Printhead ........................................................................................... 124
4.2.4.2 CR Scale............................................................................................ 129
4.2.4.3 Decompression Pump Unit................................................................130
4.2.4.4 CSIC Assy......................................................................................... 132
4.2.4.5 Ink Supply IC Holder Assy............................................................... 133
4.2.4.6 Ink System......................................................................................... 135
4.2.4.7 Lower ASF Paper Guide Assy .......................................................... 138
4.2.4.8 CDR Tray Assy................................................................................. 140
4.2.4.9 LD Roller ..........................................................................................142
4.2.4.10 Pick-up Roller ................................................................................. 143
4.2.4.11 Main Frame.....................................................................................144
4.2.4.12 Front Frame..................................................................................... 147
4.2.4.13 EJ Frame Assy / EJ Release Frame Assy R/
EJ Release Frame Assy L ..................................................................147
4.2.4.14 PF Motor.........................................................................................150
4.2.4.15 CR Motor ........................................................................................ 152
4.2.4.16 Carriage Unit................................................................................... 154
4.2.4.17 Transmission Holder Assy.............................................................. 158
4.2.4.18 Rear Frame...................................................................................... 159
4.2.4.19 Upper Paper Guide L/R / PE Sensor............................................... 161
4.2.4.20 Waste Ink Tray Assy.......................................................................163
4.2.4.21 Lower Paper Guide Waste Ink Pad Assy ........................................165
4.2.4.22 Front Paper Guide Waste Ink Pad................................................... 166
4.2.5 Disassembling Scanner Unit..................................................................... 167
4.2.5.1 Scanner Upper Housing (Artisan 800/PX800FW/TX800FW)..........167
4.2.5.2 Scanner Motor Unit........................................................................... 168
4.2.5.3 Scanner Carriage Unit....................................................................... 169
4.2.5.4 Scanner CR Encoder Board............................................................... 172
4.2.5.5 Cover Open Sensor ........................................................................... 173
4.2.6 Disassembly of the ADF Unit (Artisan 800/PX800FW/TX800FW only) 174

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4.2.6.1 ADF Hinge.........................................................................................174
4.2.6.2 ADF Cover Assy/ADF Cover L.........................................................175
4.2.6.3 ADF LD Frame Assy.........................................................................176
4.2.6.4 ADF Right Cover/ADF Rear Cover...................................................176
4.2.6.5 ADF Cover Stacker/ADF Document Support Cover .........................178
4.2.6.6 ADF Front Cover...............................................................................179
4.2.6.7 ADF Document Support Assy............................................................179
4.2.6.8 ADF Frame Unit ................................................................................180
4.2.6.9 ADF Motor Unit ................................................................................181
4.2.6.10 ADF PF Roller.................................................................................183
4.3 Disassembly/reassembly procedures specific to Artisan 700/PX700W/TX700W.... 185
4.3.1 Removing the Housing..............................................................................185
4.3.1.1 Scanner Unit (Artisan 700/PX700W/TX700W) ................................185
4.3.1.2 Upper Left Housing (Artisan 700/PX700W/TX700W) .....................187
4.3.1.3 Upper Housing (Artisan 700/PX700W/TX700W).............................188
4.3.1.4 Rear Left Housing (Artisan 700/PX700W/TX700W)....................... 190
4.3.1.5 Left Housing/Decoration Belt L (Artisan 700/PX700W/TX700W). 191
4.3.1.6 Rear Right Housing(Artisan 700/PX700W/TX700W)..................... 192
4.3.1.7 Right Housing/Card Cover(Artisan 700/PX700W/TX700W)...........193
4.3.2 Removing the Circuit Board(Artisan 700/PX700W/TX700W)............... 194
4.3.2.1 Panel Unit (Artisan 700/PX700W/TX700W) ....................................194
4.3 2.2 Main Board/Grounding Plate M/B (Artisan 700/PX700W/TX700W) 196
4.3.2.3 Card Slot Assy(Artisan 700/PX700W/TX700W) ............................ 199
4.3.3 Disassembling the Scanner Unit(Artisan 700/PX700W/TX700W)......... 200
4.3.3.1 Document Cover................................................................................200
4.3.3.2 Scanner Upper Housing (Artisan 700/PX700W/TX700W) ..............201
4.4 Routing FFC/cables ...........................................................................................202
Chapter 5 ADJUSTMENT
5.1 Adjustment Items and Overview........................................................................210
5.1.1 Servicing Adjustment Item List.................................................................210
5.1.2 Required Adjustments...............................................................................216
5.2 Adjustment Using Adjustment Program ............................................................219
5.2.1 Top Margin Adjustment............................................................................219
5.2.2 Bi-D Adjustment.......................................................................................219
5.2.3 PW Adjustment/First Dot Position Adjustment........................................ 220
5.2.4 Head Angular Adjustment.........................................................................221
5.2.5 PF Adjustment...........................................................................................222
5.2.6 MAC Address Setting ...............................................................................223
5.2.7 PG Offset Value Adjustment.....................................................................225
5.2.8 Case Open Sensor Check ..........................................................................226
5.2.9 AID inspection ......................................................................................... 229
5.2.10 Banding Reduction System (BRS) Adjustment / Paper Feed Amount Profile
(PFP) Correction ....................................................................................... 230
5.2.10.1 BRS (Banding Reduction System) Adjustment............................... 232
5.2.10.2 PFP Adjustment .............................................................................. 233
5.3 Adjustment without Using Adjustment Program...............................................235
5.3.1 PG Adjustment ......................................................................................... 235
5.3.2 CR Timing Belt Tension Adjustment .......................................................240
5.3.3 PF Timing Belt Tension Adjustment........................................................241
5.3.4 Touch Panel Adjustment
(Epson Artisan 800/Epson Stylus PhotoPX800FW/TX800FW only) ......242
5.4 Other functions.................................................................................................. 244
5.4.1 I/S Decompress......................................................................................... 244
5.4.2 AID SHK Error Reset...............................................................................245
Chapter 6 MAINTENANCE
6.1 Overview...........................................................................................................248
6.1.1 Cleaning ................................................................................................... 248
6.1.2 Service Maintenance ................................................................................ 248
6.1.2.1 Printhead cleaning............................................................................. 248
6.1.2.2 Service Call.......................................................................................249
6.1.3 Lubrication ...............................................................................................249
Chapter 7 APPENDIX
7.1 Connector Summary.......................................................................................... 259
7.2 Exploded Diagram / Parts List ..........................................................................260

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PRODUCTDESCRIPTION

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1.1 Features
Epson Artisan 800/Epson Stylus Photo PX800FW/TX800FW/Epson Artisan 700/
Epson Stylus Photo PX700W/TX700W are color inkjet printers that have 4 in 1
functions (Printer for PC, Scanner for PC, Standalone copy, Memory card printing).
 Common features
Printer
• Printing from a computer or directly printing from a memory card
• Auto duplex printing using Duplex Printing Unit (option)
• Built-in CD/DVD tray
• Front double paper feeding function using a double-deck cassette
• Auto nozzle check (cleaning) using AID
• Maximum print resolution: SMGA 5760 (H) x 1440 (V) dpi
• F6 Turbo II print head achieves higher print speed than ever(Black:
180 nozzles x 1, Color: 180 nozzles x 5 per color)
• Six independent ink cartridges is installed (Dye inks)
• Borderless printing on specified EPSON brand paper is available
Scanner
• Scanning from a computer
• Offers a function that directly stores a scan data to a memory card
Copy
• High quality copy using the printing and scanning functions. Offers 13
preset copy layouts
USB interfaces
• Enables to print images in an external storage device
• Backup copy of a memory card can be made on an external media
• Offers camera direct print (PictBridge)
Network
• Available for printing, scanning, and memory card access via wired/wireless
network
Wireless
• Mounting the optional Bluetooth unit offers wireless communication with
an external device
Features unique to Epson Artisan 800/Epson Stylus Photo PX800FW/
TX800FW
FAX
• Sending/receiving fax
ADF
• Continuous scanning using an ADF
 Differences between the models
Epson Artisan 800/Epson Stylus Photo PX800FW/TX800FW/Epson Artisan 700/
Epson Stylus Photo PX700W/TX700W are different on networking, FAX and the
Panel specifications as shown below.
Item
Epson Artisan 800/Epson
Stylus Photo PX800FW/
TX800FW
Epson Artisan 700/Epson
Stylus Photo PX700W/
TX700W
LCD display size
3.5 inch
2.5 inch
Panel operation
Touch panel
Button
ADF
Equipped
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FAX function
Supported
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Network interfaces
Supported
Supported
 Dimensions
Epson Artisan 800/Epson Stylus Photo PX800FW/TX800FW
• Dimensions* 1: 466 mm (W) x 385 mm (D) x 198 mm (H)
• Weight* 2: 10.5 kg
Epson Artisan 700/Epson Stylus Photo PX700W/TX700W
• Dimensions* 1: 466 mm (W) x 385 mm (D) x 150 mm (H)
• Weight* 2: 9.0 kg
Note *1: Paper support and stacker are closed. Rubber feet are included.
*2 : Except ink cartridges and cables such as the AC cable, etc.

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1.2 Printing Specifications
1.2.1 Basic Specifications
Table 1-1. Printer Specifications
1.2.2 Ink Cartridge
The product numbers of the EPSON ink cartridges for this printer are shown below.
Table 1-2. Product No. of Ink Cartridges
Color
EAI
Latin/CISMEA/Asia
Euro
Black
T0981 (S)
T0811N (S)
T0821N (2S)
T0791 (S)
T0801 (2S)
Cyan
T0982 (S)
T0992 (2S)
T0812N (S)
T0822N (2S)
T0792 (S)
T0802 (2S)
Magenta
T0983 (S)
T0993 (2S)
T0813N (S)
T0823N (2S)
T0793 (S)
T0803 (2S)
Yellow
T0984 (S)
T0994 (2S)
T0814N (S)
T0824N (2S)
T0794 (S)
T0804 (2S)
Light Cyan
T0985 (S)
T0995 (2S)
T0815N (S)
T0825N (2S)
T0795 (S)
T0805 (2S)
Light Magenta
T0986 (S)
T0996 (2S)
T0816N (S)
T0826N (2S)
T0796 (S)
T0806 (2S)
 Shelf life
Two years from production date (if unopened), six months after opening package.
 Storage Temperature
Table 1-3. 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
(-4oF to 104oF)
 Dimension
12.7 mm (W) x 68 mm (D) x 47 mm (H)
Item
Specification
Print method
On-demand ink jet
Nozzle configuration
Black: 180 nozzles x1
Color: 180 nozzles x 5
(Light Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Cyan, Light Magenta)
Print direction
Bi-directional minimum distance printing, Unidirectional printing
Print resolution
Horizontal x Vertical (dpi)
• 360 x 180• 720 x 720
• 360 x 360• SMGA 5760 x 1440 (1440 x 1440)
• 720 x 360
Control code
• ESC/P Raster command
• ESC/P-R (RGB)command
• EPSON Remotecommand
Input buffer size
64 Kbytes
Paper feed method
Friction feed, using the ASF (Auto Sheet Feeder)
Paper path
Front feed, front out
Paper feed rates
T.B.D ms (at 25.4mm feed)
PF interval
Programmable in 0.01764 mm (1/1440 inch) steps
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◼ Do not use expired inkcartridges.
The ink in the ink cartridge freezes at -16 °C (3.2 oF). It takes
about three hours under 25 °C (77oF) until the ink thaws and
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1.2.3 Print Mode
Table 1-4. Print Mode (Color)
Table 1-4. Print Mode (Color)
Media
Print Mode
Resolution
(H x V) dpi
Dot Size
(cps*1)
Bi-d
Micro
Weave
Border-
less
Double Matte Paper
Photo Fine
720x720
MC1-1
(240cps)
OFF
ON
N/A
Photo*2
720x720
(2.0 pass)
MC2-2
(280cps)
ON
ON
N/A
Photo stickers
Photo*2
720x720
(2.0 pass)
MC2-2
(280cps)
ON
ON
N/A
• Iron-On Transfer
Paper (EAI)
• Iron-On Cool Peal
Transfer Paper
(others)
Photo Fine
720x720
MC1-1
(240cps)
OFF
ON
N/A
CD/DVD Label*3
Super Photo
SMGA
5760x1440
MC1-5
(200cps)
ON
ON
N/A
High-quality CD/DVD
Label*3
Super Photo
SMGA
5760x1440
MC1-5
(200cps)
ON
ON
N/A
Note *1: cps = character per second
*2 : Photo mode uses 1.0 pass or 2.0 pass depending on the paper size.
1.0 pass supported size: 4” x6”
2.0 pass supported size: 5” x7” , 8” x10” , Letter, A4, 16:9 wide
*3 : Print quality is not guaranteed in the settings other than [type: “ CDR Tray” & media:
“ CD/DVD” ] when carrying out CD/DVD printing from the PC.
Media
Print Mode
Resolution
(H x V) dpi
Dot Size
(cps*1)
Bi-d
Micro
Weave
Border-
less
• Plain paper
• Premium Bright
White Paper (EAI)
• Premium Bright
White Inkjet Paper
(others)
Draft
360x180
Eco
(450cps)
ON
OFF
N/A
Normal
360x360
MC2-1
(360cps)
ON
OFF
N/A
Photo Fine
720x720
MC1-1
(240cps)
ON
ON
N/A
• Ultra Premium
Glossy Photo Paper
(EAI)
• Ultra Glossy Photo
Paper (others)
Photo*2
720x720
(1.0 pass)
MC1-2
(240cps)
ON
ON
OK
Photo*2
720x720
(2.0 pass)
MC2-2
(280cps)
ON
ON
OK
Super Photo
SMGA
5760x1440
MC1-5
(200cps)
ON
ON
OK
• Photo Paper Glossy
(EAI)
• Glossy Photo Paper
(others)
• Premium Photo Paper
Glossy (EAI)
• Premium Glossy
Photo Paper (others)
• Premium Photo Paper
Semi-Gloss (EAI)
• Premium Semigloss
Photo Paper (other)
Fine
720x360
MC1-2
(240cps)
ON
ON
OK
Photo*2
720x720
(1.0 pass)
MC1-2
(240cps)
ON
ON
OK
Photo*2
720x720
(2.0 pass)
MC2-2
(280cps)
ON
ON
OK
Super Photo
SMGA
5760x1440
MC1-5
(200cps)
ON
ON
OK
• Premium Presentation
Paper Matte (EAI)
• Matte Paper -
Heavyweight (others)
Photo*2
720x720
(2.0 pass)
MC2-2
(280cps)
ON
ON
OK
Super Photo
SMGA
5760x1440
MC1-5
(200cps)
ON
ON
OK
• Presentation Paper
Matte (EAI)
• Photo Quality Inkjet
Paper*2 (others)
Photo*2
720x720
(2.0 pass)
MC2-2
(280cps)
ON
ON
N/A
Envelope
Normal
360x360
MC2-1
(360cps)
OFF
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Table 1-5. Print Mode (Monochrome) Table 1-5. Print Mode (Monochrome)
Media
Print Mode
Resolution
(H x V) dpi
Dot Size
(cps*1)
Bi-d
Micro
Weave
Border-
less
Double Matte Paper
Photo*2
720x720
(2.0 pass)
MC2-2
(280cps)
ON
ON
N/A
Photo stickers
Photo*2
720x720
(2.0 pass)
MC2-2
(280cps)
ON
ON
N/A
• Iron-On Transfer
Paper (EAI)
• Iron-On Cool Peal
Transfer Paper
(others)
Photo Fine
720x720
MC1-1
(240cps)
OFF
ON
N/A
CD/DVD Label*3
Super Photo
SMGA
5760x1440
MC1-5
(200cps)
ON
ON
N/A
High-quality CD/DVD
Label*3
Super Photo
SMGA
5760x1440
MC1-5
(200cps)
ON
ON
N/A
Note *1: cps = character per second
*2 : Photo mode uses 1.0 pass or 2.0 pass depending on the paper size.
1.0 pass supported size: 4” x6”
2.0 pass supported size: 5” x7” , 8” x10” , Letter, A4, 16:9 wide
*3 : Print quality is not guaranteed in the settings other than [type: “ CDR Tray” & media:
“ CD/DVD” ] when carrying out CD/DVD printing from the PC.
Media
Print Mode
Resolution
(H x V) dpi
Dot Size
(cps*1)
Bi-d
Micro
Weave
Border-
less
• Plain paper
• Premium Bright
White Paper (EAI)
• Premium Bright
White Inkjet Paper
(others)
Draft
360x180
Eco
(450cps)
ON
OFF
N/A
Normal
360x360
MC2-1
(360cps)
ON
OFF
N/A
Photo Fine
720x720
MC1-1
(240cps)
ON
ON
N/A
• Ultra Premium
Glossy Photo Paper
(EAI)
• Ultra Glossy Photo
Paper (others)
Photo*2
720x720
(1.0 pass)
MC1-2
(240cps)
ON
ON
OK
Photo*2
720x720
(2.0 pass)
MC2-2
(280cps)
ON
ON
OK
Super Photo
SMGA
5760x1440
MC1-5
(200cps)
ON
ON
OK
• Photo Paper Glossy
(EAI)
• Glossy Photo Paper
(others)
• Premium Photo Paper
Glossy (EAI)
• Premium Glossy
Photo Paper (others)
• Premium Photo Paper
Semi-Gloss (EAI)
• Premium Semigloss
Photo Paper (other)
Fine
720x360
MC1-2
(240cps)
ON
ON
OK
Photo*2
720x720
(1.0 pass)
MC1-2
(240cps)
ON
ON
OK
Photo*2
720x720
(2.0 pass)
MC2-2
(280cps)
ON
ON
OK
Super Photo
SMGA
5760x1440
MC1-5
(200cps)
ON
ON
OK
• Premium Presentation
Paper Matte (EAI)
• Matte Paper -
Heavyweight (others)
Photo*2
720x720
(2.0 pass)
MC2-2
(280cps)
ON
ON
OK
Super Photo
SMGA
5760x1440
MC1-5
(200cps)
ON
ON
OK
• Presentation Paper
Matte (EAI)
• Photo Quality Inkjet
Paper*2 (others)
Photo*2
720x720
(2.0 pass)
MC2-2
(280cps)
ON
ON
N/A
Envelope
Normal
360x360
MC2-1
(360cps)
OFF
OFF
N/A
Photo Fine
720x720
MC1-1
(240cps)
OFF
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1.2.4 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 1-6. Supported Paper
Paper Name
Paper Size
Thickness
(mm)
Weight
EAI
EUR
Asia
Paper feed tray
position*4
P
*1
B
*2
D
*3
P*1
B
*2
D*3
P
*1
B
*2
D
*3
Tray 1
Tray 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
-
-
Y
-
Letter
215.9 x 279.4 mm (8.5” x11” )
Y
-
Y
Y
-
Y
Y
-
Y
Y
-
A4
210 x 297 mm (8.3” x11.7” )
Y
-
Y
Y
-
Y
Y
-
Y
Y
-
B5
182 x 257 mm (7.2” x10.1” )
-
-
-
Y
-
Y
Y
-
Y
Y
-
A5
148 x 210 mm (5.8” x8.3” )
-
-
-
Y
-
-
Y
-
-
Y
-
Half Letter
139.7 x 215.9 mm (5.5” x8.5” )
Y
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Y
-
A6
105 x 148 mm (4.2” x5.8” )
Y
-
-
Y
-
-
Y
-
-
-
Y
User Defined
89 x 127- 215.9 x 1117.6 mm
(3.5” x5” - 8.5” x44” )
Y
-
-
Y
-
-
Y
-
-
Y*5
-
Premium Inkjet Plain Paper
A4
210 x 297 mm (8.3” x11.7” )
0.11
80 g/m2
(21 lb.)
-
-
-
Y
-
Y
Y
-
Y
Y
-
Premium Bright White Paper
(EAI)
Letter
215.9 x 279.4 mm (8.5” x11” )
0.11
90 g/m2
(24 lb.)
Y
-
Y
-
-
-
-
-
-
Y
-
Bright White Inkjet Paper
(Euro, Asia)
A4
210 x 297 mm (8.3” x11.7” )
0.13
92.5 g/m2
(25 lb.)
-
-
-
Y
-
Y
Y
-
Y
Y
-
Ultra Premium GlossyPhoto
Paper (EAI)
Ultra Glossy PhotoPaper
(Euro, Asia)
Letter
215.9 x 279.4 mm (8.5” x11” )
0.30
290 g/m2
(77 lb.)
Y
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
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Y
-
5” x7” 127x178mm
Y
Y
-
Y
Y
-
-
-
-
-
Y
4” x 6”
101.6 x 152.4 mm
Y
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
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Y
-
A4
210 x 297 mm (8.3” x11.7” )
Y
Y
-
Y
Y
-
Y
Y
-
Y
-
8” x 10” 203.2x254
mm
Y
Y
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Y
-
5” x 7”
127 x 178 mm
Y
Y
-
Y
Y
-
Y
Y
-
-
Y
4” x 6”
101.6 x 152.4 mm
Y
Y
-
Y
Y
-
Y
Y
-
-
Y
16:9 wide
101.6 x 180.6 mm
-
-
-
Y
-
-
-
-
-
-
Y

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Table 1-6. Supported Paper
Paper Name
Paper Size
Thickness
(mm)
Weight
EAI
EUR
Asia
Paper feed tray
position*4
P
*1
B
*2
D
*3
P*1
B
*2
D*3
P
*1
B
*2
D
*3
Tray 1
Tray 2
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
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Y
-
A4
210 x 297 mm (8.3” x11.7” )
Y
Y
-
Y
Y
-
Y
Y
-
Y
-
5” x7” 127x178mm
-
-
-
Y
Y
-
-
-
-
-
Y
4” x 6”
101.6 x 152.4 mm
Y
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
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Y
-
A4
210 x 297 mm (8.3” x11.7” )
-
-
-
Y
Y
-
Y
Y
-
Y
-
4” x6” 101.6 x152
.4 mm
Y
Y
-
Y
Y
-
Y
Y
-
-
Y
Premium Presentation Paper
Matte (EAI)
Matte PaperHeavy-weight
(Euro, Asia)
Letter
215.9 x 279.4 mm (8.5” x11” )
0.23
167 g/m2
(44 lb.)
Y
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
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Y
-
Ultra Premium Photo Paper
Luster
Letter
215.9 x 279.4 mm (8.5” x11” )
0.27
250 g/m2
(66 lb.)
Y
Y
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Y
-
Double-sided Matte Paper
Letter
215.9 x 279.4 mm (8.5” x11” )
0.22
185 g/m2
(49 lb.)
Y
Y
Y
-
-
-
-
-
-
Y
-
A4
210 x 297 mm (8.3” x11.7” )
-
-
-
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
-
Photo Quality Inkjet Paper
Letter
215.9 x 279.4 mm (8.5” x11” )
0.13
102 g/m2
(27 lb.)
Y
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Y
-
A4
210 x 297 mm (8.3” x11.7” )
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
-
-
Y
-
#DL
110 x 220 mm
-
-
-
Y
-
-
Y
-
-
Y
-
#C6
114 x 162 mm
-
-
-
Y
-
-
Y
-
-
Y
-
Iron-On Transfer Paper (EAI)
Iron-On Cool Peal Transfer
Paper (others)
Letter
215.9 x 279.4 mm (8.5” x11” )
0.14
130 g/m2
(35 lb.)
Y
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Y
-
A4
210 x 297 mm (8.3” x11.7” )
-
-
-
Y
-
-
Y
-
-
Y
-
Photo Stickers 16
A6
105 x 148 mm (4.1” x5.8” )
0.19
---
-
-
-
-
-
-
Y
-
-
-
Y
Photo Stickers 4
A6
105 x 148 mm (4.1” x5.8” )
0.19
---
-
-
-
-
-
-
Y
-
-
-
Y
CD/DVD
ø12cm
ø12cm
---
---
Y
-
-
Y
-
-
Y
-
-
*6
-
ø8cm
ø8cm
---
---
Y
-
-
Y
-
-
Y
-
-
*6
-
CD/DVD Premium Surface
ø12cm
ø12cm
---
---
Y
-
-
Y
-
-
Y
-
-
*6
-
ø8cm
ø8cm
---
---
Y
-
-
Y
-
-
Y
-
-
*6
-