Epson l805 - Cleaning the Print Head Using the Product Buttons; Cleaning the Print Head Using a Computer Utility

Cleaning the Print Head Using a Computer Utility
Parent topic: Print Head Maintenance
Related topics
Refilling Ink
Cleaning the Print Head Using the Product Buttons
You can clean the print head using the buttons on your product.
1. Make sure no product lights are indicating errors and the CD/DVD tray is not inserted for printing.
2. Load a few sheets of plain paper in the product.
3. Hold down the ink button for 3 seconds to start the cleaning cycle.
The power light flashes throughout the cleaning cycle and stays on when the cleaning cycle is
finished.
Caution: Never turn off the product during a cleaning cycle or you may damage it.
4. Run a nozzle check to confirm that the print head is clean.
Parent topic: Print Head Cleaning
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Checking the Nozzles Using the Product Buttons
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Loading Paper
Refilling Ink
Cleaning the Print Head Using a Computer Utility
You can clean the print head using a utility on your Windows or Mac computer.
1. Make sure no product lights are indicating errors and the CD/DVD tray is not inserted for printing.
2. Load a few sheets of plain paper in the product.
3. Do one of the following:
• Windows: Access the Windows Desktop and right-click the product icon in the Windows taskbar.
• OS X: In the Apple menu or the Dock, select System Preferences. Select Print & Fax, Print &
Scan, or Printers & Scanners, select your product, and select Options & Supplies. Select
Utility and select Open Printer Utility.
4. Select Head Cleaning.
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