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Chapter 9 
Replacing Consumable Products
Replacement Messages
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 productWhen you see the following messages on the LCD panel or the 
window of EPSON Status Monitor, replace the appropriate 
consumable products. You can continue to print for a short time 
after a message appears, but Epson recommends early 
replacement to maintain print quality and extend the life of your 
printer.
Note:
To clear the warning, select  Clear All Warning from the control 
panel’s  Reset Menu .
If a consumable product reaches the end of its service life, the 
printer stops printing and displays the following messages on the 
LCD panel or the window of EPSON Status Monitor. When this 
happens, the printer cannot resume printing until you replace the 
depleted consumable products.
LCD Panel Message Description
Worn Photoconductor The photoconductor unit has reached the  end of its service life. You need to prepare a 
new photoconductor unit and install it into 
the printer.
Worn Fuser The fuser unit has reached the end of its  service life. 
Worn Transfer Unit The transfer unit is near the end of its service  life. 
 
						

							
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* T h e  l e t t e r s  C ,  M ,  Y ,  o r  K  a p p e a r  i n  t h i s  p o s i t i o n ,  i n d i c a t i n g  t h e  c o l o r  o f  t h e  t o n e r  to be replaced. For example, the message  Y Toner Low means that the 
amount of toner remaining in the yellow toner cartridge is low.
Note:
Messages appear for one consumable product at a time. After replacing 
a consumable product, check the LCD panel for replacement messages 
for other consumable products.
Toner Cartridge
Handling precautions
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replacing the consumable products:
❏ Installing a genuine toner cartridge is recommended. Using a 
non-genuine toner cartridge may affect print quality. Epson 
shall not be liable for any damages or problems arising from 
the use of consumable products not manufactured or 
approved by Epson.
❏ When handling toner cartridge, always place them on a clean 
smooth surface.
LCD Panel Message Description
Replace Toner 
uuuu* The toner cartridge for the indicated color is 
empty.
Replace 
Photocondctr The photoconductor unit has reached the end of 
its service life. Printing has stopped to avoid 
damage to the engine.
Replace Transfer 
Unit The transfer unit has reached the end of its service 
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❏Do not remove a toner cartridge until the  Replace Toner uuuu 
message appears on the LCD panel. Otherwise, the toner may 
spill.
❏ If you have moved a toner cartridge from a cool to a warm 
environment, wait for at least one hour before installing it to 
prevent damage from condensation.
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Warning:
❏Do not touch the toner. Keep the toner away from your 
eyes. If toner gets on your skin  or clothes, wash it off with 
soap and water immediately.
❏ Keep consumable products out of the reach of children.
❏ Do not dispose of used consumable products in fire, as 
they may explode and cause injury. Dispose of them 
according to local regulations.
❏ If toner is spilled, use a broom and dustpan or a damp 
cloth with soap and water to clean it up. Because the fine 
particles can cause a fire or  explosion if they come into 
contact with a spark, do not use a vacuum cleaner.
Replacing a toner cartridge
Follow the steps below to replace a toner cartridge.
1. Confirm the color of the toner cartridge that needs to be  replaced by checking the LCD panel or EPSON Status 
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2. Remove the top cover.
3. Turn the toner cartridge knobs to the unlocked position.
Note:
Hold the knobs with both hands.
 
						

							
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4. Lift the toner cartridge out of the slot.Note:
❏A small amount of the toner ma y adhere to the bottom of the 
cartridge. Be careful not to spill this toner or get it on your skin 
or clothes.
❏ Put the used cartridge on a flat surface with the toner spout 
facing up to avoid spilling the toner.
❏ Dispose of the used toner cartridge  by putting it into its disposal 
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5. Take the new toner cartridge out of its package, and gently 
shake it from side to side and front to back to distribute the 
toner evenly.
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Warning:
Do not remove the protective tape yet.
6. Hold the new toner cartridge as shown below, and lower it  into the slot.
 
						

							
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7. Turn the toner cartridge knob to the locked position.Note:
Hold the knobs with both hands  and turn them until they click.
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Caution:
Be sure to turn the knob all the way to the locked position. 
Otherwise, you may have toner problems or leakage.
 
						

							
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8. Remove the protective tape, pulling straight up from the toner 
cartridge. Make sure to pull the tape up slowly to avoid 
tearing it.
9. Replace the top cover.
Photoconductor Unit
Handling precautions
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Always observe the following handling precautions when 
replacing the consumable products:
❏The photoconductor unit weighs 3.2 kg (7.1 lb). Be sure to hold 
it firmly by the handle when carrying it.
❏ When replacing the photoconductor unit, avoid exposing it 
to room light any longer than necessary. 
❏ Be careful not to scratch the surface of the drum (green roller) 
and rollers (black rollers), Also, avoid touching the drum, 
since oil from your skin may permanently damage its surface 
and affect print quality.
❏ To get the best print quality, do not store the photoconductor 
unit in an area subject to direct sunlight, dust, salty air, or 
corrosive gases (such as ammonia). Avoid locations subject to 
extreme or rapid changes in temperature or humidity. 
❏ Do not tilt the photoconductor unit.
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Warning:
❏Do not dispose of the used consumable products in fire, 
as it may explode and cause injury. Dispose of it 
according to local regulations.
❏ Keep the consumable products out of the reach of 
children.
Replacing the photoconductor unit
Follow the steps below to replace the photoconductor unit.
1. Turn off the printer.
 
						

							
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2. Press the latch on cover A and open the cover.
3. Raise cover D.