EPSON Stylus Pro GS6000

User’s Guide

Maintenance and Move or Transportation

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Capping function

Capping is a function for automatically covering 
the print head with a cap (lid) to prevent the print 
head from drying out. Capping is performed in 
the following situations.

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When several seconds have elapsed after 
printing finishes (that is there is no print data 
sent)

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When printing is stopped

Take care of the following points to ensure that 
the print head is capped properly.

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If the print head is not positioned on the right 
side (it is not capped), turn the printer on, 
then off again. By turning the printer off with 
the 

 button, the head is capped properly.

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If you turn the power off when a paper jam or 
error occurs and the print head is not capped, 
turn the printer on again. Shortly, the print 
head is capped automatically. Check that it is 
properly capped, then turn the printer off.

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Do not move the print head manually under 
any circumstances.

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Do not remove the power plug of the printer 
when the power is on, or cut the power at the 
breaker. The head may not be capped 
properly.

Cleaning the Printer

To keep your printer in top operating condition, 
clean it thoroughly if it becomes soiled.

Cleaning outside of the 
printer

A

Remove the paper from the printer.

B

Make sure the printer is turned off and all 
the lights are off, and then unplug the 
power cord from the electrical outlet. 

C

Use a soft, clean cloth to carefully remove 
any dust or dirt. 
If the dirt does not come off, clean it using a 
soft, clean cloth dampened with a mild 
detergent. Then, wipe the outside of the 
printer dry with a dry, soft cloth.

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Warning:

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Do not insert or drop metal or flammable 
objects into the printer through openings 
such as a fresh air inlet. This may cause an 
electric shock or fire.

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If foreign substances or liquids such as water 
entered the printer, do not use the printer. 
This may cause an electric shock or fire. 
Immediately turn off the printer, unplug the 
power cord from the electric outlet, and 
contact your local Epson dealer.

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Caution:

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Take care to prevent water or other foreign 
substances getting inside the printer. If 
moisture, dirt, or other substances gets 
inside of the printer, besides affecting print 
quality, it may cause the electric circuits to 
short. 

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Do not open covers attached using screws 
under any circumstances. This may cause 
an electric shock or a malfunction.

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Caution:

Never use alcohol or thinners to clean the 
printer; these chemicals can damage the 
components as well as the case.