Epson 5700i Product Information Guide - Page 6

EPSON EPL-5700i Replacing Consumable Products Your printer uses two consumable components, which are listed below along with their approximate life expectancies. t Developer cartridge (S050010) Up to 6,000 pages, depending on the complexity of your print jobs t Photoconductor unit (S051055) Up to 20,000 pages, depending on the complexity of your print jobs Replace the developer cartridge if you notice a decline in print quality. Replace the photoconductor unit only if print quality problems remain after replacing the developer cartridge. Replacing the Developer Cartridge Follow these steps to replace the developer cartridge. 1. Make sure the printer is turned off. 2. Open the printer cover by pressing the latch on the left side of the printer and lifting the cover up all the way. 3. Hold the cartridge by the handle and pull it straight up and out of the printer. Caution: When removing the developer cartridge, never touch the developing roller under the flap; otherwise, the print quality may be impaired. 2 1 Caution: You must completely open the printer cover when replacing the developer cartridge; otherwise, you may damage the printer. Warning: Opening the printer cover exposes the fuser, which is marked "CAUTION Hot Surface Avoid Contact." Be careful not to touch the fuser. If the printer has been in use, the fuser may be very hot. 4. Dispose of the used developer cartridge properly. Caution: Do not turn the developer cartridge upside down or tilt it from side to side. 5. Remove the new developer cartridge from its bag. While holding the cartridge horizontally, gently shake it a few times from side to side and then from front to back to distribute the toner evenly. 6 - EPSON EPL-5700i 9/99