Falcon B-300 User Manual
Troubleshooting
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Chapter 10
Troubleshooting
Diagnosing the Problem
Troubleshooting printer problems is best handled in two steps: first diagnose the problem,
then apply likely solutions until the problem is fixed.
then apply likely solutions until the problem is fixed.
The information that you need to diagnose and solve most common problems is provided
by online problem solving, the control panel, the EPSON Status Monitor utility, or by
running a printer operation check. Refer to the appropriate section below.
by online problem solving, the control panel, the EPSON Status Monitor utility, or by
running a printer operation check. Refer to the appropriate section below.
If you have a specific problem relating to print quality, a printout problem not related to print
quality, or a paper feeding problem, or if the printer does not print at all, refer to the
appropriate section.
quality, or a paper feeding problem, or if the printer does not print at all, refer to the
appropriate section.
To solve a problem, you may need to cancel printing.
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Error Indicators
For B-500DN users
You can diagnose and solve most problems by checking the error messages on the LCD
screen. If the printer stops working and displays a message on the LCD screen, refer to the
section below to diagnose the problem, and then follow the recommended corrective
measures.
You can diagnose and solve most problems by checking the error messages on the LCD
screen. If the printer stops working and displays a message on the LCD screen, refer to the
section below to diagnose the problem, and then follow the recommended corrective
measures.
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For B-300 users
You can identify many common printer problems using the lights on your printer. If the
printer stops working and the lights are on or flashing, refer to the section below to
diagnose the problem, and then follow the recommended corrective measures.
You can identify many common printer problems using the lights on your printer. If the
printer stops working and the lights are on or flashing, refer to the section below to
diagnose the problem, and then follow the recommended corrective measures.
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Running a Printer Operation Check (for B-500DN Users)
If you are unable to determine the source of the problem, run a printer operation check to
help you determine whether the problem comes from the printer or your computer.
help you determine whether the problem comes from the printer or your computer.