Epson EPL N3000DTS User Manual

							218Installing Options 1. Turn the printer off and unplug the power cord and interface 
cable.
2. Remove the screws and the Type B interface card slot cover 
as shown below.
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Warning:
Removing screws and covers that are not described in the 
following instructions will expose high voltage areas.
Note:
Keep the slot cover in a safe place. You will need to reattach it if you 
remove the interface card later.
 
						

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3. Slide and push the interface card into the slot firmly, then 
fasten the screw as shown below.
4. Reconnect the interface cable and power cord and turn the 
printer on.
5. To confirm that the option is installed correctly, print a status 
sheet. See “Printing a Status Sheet” on page 260
Removing an interface card
Perform the installation procedure in reverse.
 
						

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Chapter 8
Replacing the Consumable Product
Precautions During Replacement
When replacing a consumable product, please be sure to:
❏Provide enough space for the replacement procedure. You 
will have to open some parts (such as the printer cover) of the 
printer when you are replacing consumables.
❏Do not install a used consumable product into the printer.
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Warning:
❏Be careful not to touch the fuser, which is marked CAUTION 
Hot Surface Avoid Contact, or the surrounding areas. If 
the printer has been in use, the fuser and surrounding areas 
may be very hot.
❏Do not dispose of a used consumable product in fire, as it may 
explode and cause injury. Dispose of it according to local 
regulations.
 
						

							222Replacing the Consumable Product
Replacement Messages
When you see the following messages on the LCD panel or the 
window of EPSON Status Monitor 3, 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:
❏Printing is still possible for a while after the Toner Low message 
appears. However, replace the imaging cartridge at once if the print 
quality deteriorates.
❏To clear the warning, select Clear All Warning from the control 
panel’s Reset Menu.
If you continue to use the printer without replacing consumable 
products and 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 3. When this happens, the printer cannot resume printing 
until you replace the depleted consumable products.
Note:
❏In the default setting, this message does not appear.
LCD Panel 
MessageDescription
Toner  Low The amount of toner remaining 
in the imaging cartridges is low.
Worn  Fuser The fuser unit has reached the 
end of its service life. 
LCD Panel 
MessageDescription
Replace Toner The imaging cartridge is empty.
 
						

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❏Problems such as printout fading may occur, change the Toner Out 
setting in the Setup Menu on the control panel to Stop.
Imaging Cartridge
Handling precautions
Always observe the following handling precautions when 
replacing the imaging cartridge.
❏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 the imaging cartridge, always place it on a 
clean smooth surface.
❏Do not install a used imaging cartridge into the printer.
❏If you have moved an imaging cartridge from a cool to a warm 
environment, wait for at least one hour before installing it to 
prevent damage from condensation.
 
						

							224Replacing the Consumable Product ❏Do not open the drum’s protective cover and avoid exposing 
an imaging cartridge to room light any longer than necessary. 
Overexposing the cartridge may cause abnormally dark or 
light areas to appear on the printer page and reduce the life 
of the cartridge.
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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 the imaging cartridge out of the reach of children.
❏Do not dispose of a used imaging cartridge in fire, as it may 
explode and cause injury. Dispose of it 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 the imaging cartridge
Follow these steps to replace the imaging cartridge:
 
						

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1. Open cover A slowly.
Note:
When the optional Stacker is installed, raise the stacker first, then 
open cover A.
2. Hold the handle of the imaging cartridge and pull out from 
the printer.
 
						

							226Replacing the Consumable Product 3. Take the new imaging cartridge out of its package and gently 
shake the imaging cartridge as shown below.
4. Put the new imaging cartridge on the flat surface and pull out 
the protective yellow tape seal as shown below.
 
						

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5. Insert the new imaging cartridge all the way until it stops.
Note:
Insert the cartridge with the arrow mark on the top of the imaging 
cartridge facing toward cover A.
6. Close cover A until it clicks shut.