Epson Stylus Photo R1800 - Page 64

EPSON Stylus Photo R1800/R2400 Revision B
Troubleshooting Overview 64
The printout is
stained with ink.
The non-printed side or the
bottom of the printout is dirty
with ink.
Front Paper
Guide Pad
1. Check that heaps of ink are not formed on the Front Paper
Guide Pad and that the Front Paper Guide Pad is installed
securely and evenly in the setting position.
1. If heaps of ink are formed, replace the
Front Paper Guide. If it has been confirmed
that the Ink pads have risen, reinstall the
Front Paper Guide Pad correctly.
When the paper size in the
sent print data is larger than
the size of the fed paper, data
are printed on the Front
Paper Guide, extending off
the paper.
PW sensor 1. Check that the PW Sensor FFC is connected. 1. Connect the PW Sensor FFC.
2. Check that the PW Sensor is not faulty. 2. Replace the PW Sensor with a new one.
Ink smudges appear on the
blank area of the printout.
Paper EJ Frame
Assy.
1. Check the Star Wheel Rollers for ink stain. 1. Clean the Star Wheel Rollers with a soft
cloth.
Front Paper
Guide
1. Check the Front Paper Guide for ink stain. 1. Clean the Front Paper Guide with a soft
cloth.
Front Paper
Guide Pad
1. Check if ink heaps are formed on the Front Paper Guide
Pad.
1. Replace the Front Paper Guide with a new
one.
Table 3-13. Print Quality Troubles
Observed Faults Details of the Fault
Faulty Part/
Part Name
Check Point Remedy
Front Paper Guide Pad Front Paper Guide