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Solving Problems

If you have a problem with your Epson Stylus C88+, check the printer’s lights (as 
described below) to diagnose what may be causing it. 

You can also see “Problems and Solutions” on page 30 for basic troubleshooting 
suggestions, or read your on-screen User’s Guide for more detailed help.

If you cannot solve the problem, see “Where To Get Help” on page 32.

Green power 
light flashes

The printer is receiving a print job, replacing an ink cartridge, 
charging ink, or cleaning the print head.

Red paper 

light 

is on

Your paper ran out. Load more paper, then press the 

paper button to resume printing. 

Red paper 

light 

flashes

Paper is jammed in the printer. Press the 

paper button to 

eject the paper. If that doesn’t work, turn off the printer, open 
the cover, and pull the paper out from the front, including any 
torn pieces. Then turn on the printer, reload paper, and press 
the paper 

button.

Red ink 

light 

flashes

One of the cartridges is low on ink. Check the message that 
appears on your screen to determine which cartridge is low. 
Make sure you have a replacement cartridge.

Red ink 

light 

is on

One of the cartridges is expended or not installed. Make sure 
you have a replacement cartridge, then follow the steps on 
page 25 to install it.

If you have just installed a new cartridge, it may be 
incompatible with the printer or incorrectly installed. Reinstall 
it or replace it with the correct cartridge.

Green

 

power 

light and red 

ink 

light are on

An ink cartridge is not installed correctly. Reinstall it as 
described on page 25.