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  • Page 1 User's Guide CMP0177-00 EN...
  • Page 2 (excluding the U.S.) failure to strictly comply with Seiko Epson Corporation’s operating and maintenance instructions. Seiko Epson Corporation shall not be liable for any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those designated as Original Epson Products or Epson Approved Products by Seiko Epson Corporation.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Paper menu......51 Using Epson Edge Dashboard....20 Maintenance Menu.
  • Page 4 Epson Edge Dashboard....104 Epson Edge Print..... . 105 Remote Manager.

  • Page 5: Introduction

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Introduction Introduction Printer Parts Front Section Roll rest Place the roll paper here when loading/removing and when attaching/removing the roll paper adapter. Printer cover Open this cover when cleaning the printer or clearing jams. Paper eject guide Smoothly guides paper output from the printer.
  • Page 6 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Introduction Waste Ink Bottle Waste ink collects in this bottle. Replace with a new Waste Ink Bottle when the level approaches the line. Stopper The stopper prevents splatter when the waste ink is ejected. Fit the stopper closely to the mouth of the Waste Ink Bottle in most situations. Waste ink tube Waste ink is discharged from this tube.

  • Page 7: Inside

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Introduction Maintenance cover Open when cleaning the caps or replacing the wiper/wiper cleaner. Alert lamp This lamp lights or flashes when an error occurs. Light/Flash : An error occurred. How the lamp lights or flashes varies with the type of error. The control panel displays a description of the error.
  • Page 8 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Introduction Platen This part suctions the paper for printing. Needs to be cleaned once a month. “Cleaning the platen” on page 72 Rollers These rollers press down on the paper during printing. Wiper cleaner The wiper cleaner removes ink from the wiper. The wiper cleaner is a consumable item. This needs to be replaced if there are horizontal stripes or the colors are wrong in the print outs even after cleaning the caps.

  • Page 9: Slider

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Introduction Slider Roll paper adapter Use the supplied roll paper adapter when loading roll paper onto the printer. “Loading Roll Paper” on page 25 Slider Mount the chip unit included with the ink pack. “Refilling ink” on page 73 Ink inlet cover Open this when refilling the ink tank with ink.

  • Page 10: Control Panel

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Introduction Display Control panel Displays the printer's status, menus, error messages, and so on. U “Understanding the Display” on page 11 Menu button Displays the menu for the tab currently selected in the display. U “Using the Control Panel Menu” on page 46 y button (back button) If menus are displayed, pressing this button takes...

  • Page 11: Understanding The Display

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Introduction Displayed when an adjustment value has been en‐ W button (pause/cancel button) ❏ The printer enters pause status if this is pressed while tered during printing. printing. To release the pause status, press the W button again, or select Pause Cancel on the screen “Adjusting the Amount of Paper Feed While and then press the Z button.
  • Page 12 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Introduction Printing has stopped because the : The Ink Tab estimate amount of ink has The estimated amount of ink and the status of reached its limits. the chip unit that is mounted on the printer are displayed.
  • Page 13 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Introduction * When a chip unit is mounted on the printer, 1 Status indicators the information about the available amount The status of the Waste Ink Bottle is shown of ink in the ink pack that is registered to the as follows.

  • Page 14: Features

    Changing the Black ink is done for a fee. Large-Capacity Ink Tank Installed Contact your dealer or Epson Support. A large-capacity ink tank is installed to achieve high productivity. The ink pack refills are also available in large volumes of 1100 ml.

  • Page 15: Notes On Usage And Storage

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Introduction ❏ Make sure the work space is kept clean. If dust or Notes on Usage and lint enter into the printer, it could damage the printer, clog the print head nozzles, or cause the Storage quality of paper feeding to decline.

  • Page 16: Notes On Handling Ink Packs And Ink Tanks

    If repairs are necessary, they will be done for a fee. ❏ 25 days after the ink tank was refilled Contact your dealer or Epson Support. ❏ Ink packs that have been stored at low temperatures ❏ The roller may leave an impression on paper that is for an extended period should be allowed to return left in the printer.
  • Page 17 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Introduction Notes on Handling ❏ Do not fold the paper or scratch the surface of the paper. ❏ Avoid touching the printable surface of the paper with your bare hands. Moisture and oils from your hands can affect print quality. ❏...

  • Page 18: Introducing The Supplied Software

    For information about the software, see the on-line help for the application or the Network Guide (Online Manual). Note: Printer drivers are not provided. A software RIP is required for printing. The Epson Software RIP, "Epson Edge Print", is included with this printer on a separate CD.

  • Page 19: Pre-Installed Software

    Introduction Software Name Summary Epson communications Epson communications drivers is required when using Epson Edge Dashboard, Epson Edge Print drivers and when connecting a computer to the printer via USB. Make sure these are installed. (Windows only) EpsonNet Config SE With this software, you can configure various network settings for the printer from your computer.

  • Page 20: Using Epson Edge Dashboard

    For details, see the Epson Edge Dashboard help. Note: Software that is not displayed in the list cannot be updated using EPSON Software Updater. Check for the Closing Procedure latest versions of the software from the Epson Web site. https://www.epson.com Close the Web browser.

  • Page 21: Receiving Update Notifications

    ❏ Exit any other applications that may be running. Using Remote Manager Windows Provides an overview of starting the software and the This section describes how to uninstall Epson Edge functions provided. Dashboard and the Epson communications drivers using them as an example. Starting Procedure Turn off the printer, and disconnect the cable from the computer.
  • Page 22 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Introduction The following describes how to remove Epson Edge Dashboard. Quit Epson Edge Dashboard. Double-click Applications - Epson Software - Epson Edge Dashboard - Epson Edge Dashboard Uninstaller. Follow the on-screen instructions to continue.

  • Page 23: Basic Operations

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Basic Operations Basic Operations Load the paper just before printing. The pressure rollers may leave an impression on paper that is left in the printer. This can also cause wavy or curled paper resulting in paper feeding problems or the Notes on Handling Paper print head could be scratched.

  • Page 24: Loading And Removing The Roll Paper

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Basic Operations Raise the adapter lock lever to release the lock on Loading and Removing each of the two roll paper adapters. the Roll Paper Load roll paper after attaching the supplied roll paper adapters. Attaching the Roll Paper Adapter Place roll paper on the roll rest on top of the printer.

  • Page 25: Loading Roll Paper

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Basic Operations Slide the roll paper right until it contacts the Loading Roll Paper adapter guide. Next, following the adapter guide, slide the roll slowly inside. Buttons that are used in the following settings Press the ( button on the control panel. Confirm that Roll Paper is highlighted in the Check that Press .

  • Page 26: Cutting The Roll Paper

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Basic Operations ❏ Manual cut: Lower the roll paper lock lever, and then press the Press the ) button to cut the paper using the Z button. built-in cutter. A cutline is printed for manual cutting and can be used as a guide when cutting paper using the built-in cutter.

  • Page 27: Removing The Roll Paper

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Basic Operations Cutting paper manually using the built-in cutter Buttons that are used in the following settings Press the )button. Viewing the interior of the printer without opening the printer cover, press the d button to align the cut location with the mark on the right side of the printer's interior.

  • Page 28: Settings For Loaded Paper

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Basic Operations Raise the roll lock lever. Settings for Loaded Paper When you have finished loading the paper, follow the instructions on the control panel to make settings for the loaded paper. Set the paper type This is the most important setting for optimum print results.

  • Page 29: Registering New Paper Settings

    Press the d/u buttons to choose a value between 5.0 and 999.5m and press the Z button. Paper Download the EMX file in Epson Edge Dashboard and length is set in increments of 0.5 m. register the paper settings to the printer.

  • Page 30: Procedure For Custom Paper Setting

    Paper Feed Adjustment)” on page 31 optimal printing on commercially available paper. Buttons that are used in the following settings See the help for Epson Edge Dashboard for information on downloading the EMX file in Epson Edge Dashboard Selecting reference paper and how to register media settings to the printer.

  • Page 31: Optimizing Paper Settings (Head Alignment And Paper Feed Adjustment)

    Name the Custom Paper Setting you want to save. Using distinctive names makes it easier to select banks for use. When media setting values for downloaded EMX files are registered to the printer with Epson Edge Use the d/u buttons to select Setting Name in Dashboard.
  • Page 32 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Basic Operations When printing on paper loaded in the take-up reel unit, Press the Z button to print an adjustment perform Head Alignment in the same way when pattern. printing and when loaded in the take-up reel unit. Check the printed adjustment pattern.

  • Page 33: Adjusting The Paper Feed

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Basic Operations Note the number of each color pattern with the Set the value for each color, and then press the most unclear white lines or in which the white Z button. lines are most evenly spaced. When you finish setting the last color, the printer This would be pattern 3 in the example shown in returns to a ready state.

  • Page 34: Replacing Paper

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Basic Operations Use only the distance between the center symbols Replacing Paper or the average of the distances between the left, center, and right symbols. This section describes how to replace paper. The procedure is displayed on the control panel screen. Follow these instructions.

  • Page 35: Using The Auto Take-Up Reel Unit (Optional)

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Basic Operations ❏ We recommend using a take-up roll core with the Using the Auto Take-up same width as the paper. If a take-up roll core of a different width is used, the take-up roll core may Reel Unit (Optional) bend, and the paper will be taken up incorrectly.

  • Page 36: Attaching The Roll Core

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Basic Operations Hold down the d button until the leading edge of Attaching the Roll Core the roll reaches the roll core holders. Preparing Use a take-up roll core that is the same width as the paper.
  • Page 37 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Basic Operations Move the right-side roll core holder to the right Insert the roll core onto the right holder. edge of the paper. Check that the left-side roll core holder is fully inserted into the roll core and that the roll core and edges of the paper are not misaligned.

  • Page 38: Attaching The Paper

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Basic Operations Move the lock lever on the left-side roll core Tape the leading edge to the roll core. holder to the lock position to secure the roll core In the order shown in the illustration below, use holder.
  • Page 39 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Basic Operations Flip the Manual switch to Backward to wrap the Confirm that the paper is not loose. paper once around the roll core. Check for any differences in tension on the right and left by lightly tapping on both edges of the paper.
  • Page 40 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Basic Operations Tape the leading edge to the roll core. Flip the Manual switch to Forward to wrap the paper once around the roll core. In the order shown in the illustration below, use commercially available tape to tape the paper. When attaching in the center, attach using tape while pulling the center of the paper straight.

  • Page 41: Removing Paper From The Auto Take-Up Reel Unit

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Basic Operations Confirm that the paper is not loose. Buttons that are used in the following settings Check for any differences in tension on the right and left by lightly tapping on both edges of the paper.
  • Page 42 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Basic Operations Unlock the lock lever on the roll core holder,, and then remove the holder from the roll core. When removing the roll core holders, support the roll core with one hand to prevent it falling to the floor.

  • Page 43: Printable Area

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Basic Operations Printable area The gray area in the illustration below shows the printable area. The arrow indicates the feed direction. * When Paper Size Check is set to Off, this is 1,118 mm (44 inches) regardless of the width of the loaded paper. indicates the margins on all four sides.
  • Page 44 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Basic Operations This may be available in the RIP depending on the RIP software being used. Contact the RIP manufacturer for more information. If the total of the print data width and set left and right margins exceeds the printable area, a portion of the data will not be printed.

  • Page 45: Turning Off The Power Using Power Off Timer

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Basic Operations Turning Off the Power Canceling Printing Using Power Off Timer Press the printer's W button, select Job Cancel on the screen, and then press the Z button. The printer offers the following two power management options.

  • Page 46: Using The Control Panel Menu

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Using the Control Panel Menu Using the Control Panel Menu Menu Operations The steps for displaying the various menus are shown below. * After pressing the Z button to select the highlighted option, press the y button to return to the previous menu. Press the W button to exit.

  • Page 47: Menu List

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Using the Control Panel Menu Menu List The items and options available in the menu are described below. See the reference pages for more details on each item. .Paper menu “Paper menu” on page 51 Item Parameter Load/Remove Paper Remove Paper...
  • Page 48 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Using the Control Panel Menu Item Parameter Head Cleaning All Nozzles Execute (Light), Execute (Medium), Execute (Heavy) Selected Nozzles Execute (Light), Execute (Medium), Execute (Heavy) Cutter Maintenance Adjust Cut Position -3 to 3 mm Replace Cutter Press Z to start move.
  • Page 49 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Using the Control Panel Menu Item Parameter Advanced Settings Remove Skew On, Off Drying Time Per Page Off, 0.1 to 60 min Paper Size Check On, Off Paper Skew Check On, Off Print Nozzle Pattern Off, every 1 to 10 pages Periodical Cleaning Light Off, 1 to 240 hours...
  • Page 50 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Using the Control Panel Menu Item Parameter Preferences Language Lists the supported languages. Unit: Length m, ft/in Alert Lamp Setting On, Off Administrator Menu Date And Time MM/DD/YY HH:MM Time Zone Enter the time difference between GMT and the current time zone. Reset All Settings Yes, No...

  • Page 51: Menu Descriptions

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Using the Control Panel Menu Menu Descriptions Paper menu Item Parameter Explanation Load/Remove Paper Remove Paper Press the Z button to display removal instructions on the screen. Follow the on-screen instructions to remove the paper. Instructions are not displayed if no paper is loaded. Roll Paper After making your selection, press the Z button.
  • Page 52 Head Alignment Manual(Bi-D) Use this to optimize paper settings when you download an EMX file in Epson Edge Dashboard to save media settings to the printer, or when using Custom Paper Setting. “Optimizing Paper Settings (Head Alignment and Paper Feed...

  • Page 53: Maintenance Menu

    Paper Feed Adjust Pattern Use this to optimize paper settings when you download an EMX file in Epson Edge Dashboard to save media settings to the printer, or when using Custom Paper Setting. “Optimizing Paper Settings (Head Alignment and Paper Feed Adjustment)”...

  • Page 54: Setup Menu

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Using the Control Panel Menu Item Parameter Explanation Nozzle Check Press the Z button to print a nozzle check pattern. Inspect the pattern visually and perform head cleaning if you detect faint or missing colors. “Clearing clogged nozzles” on page 81 Head Cleaning All Nozzles Execute (Light)
  • Page 55 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Using the Control Panel Menu Item Parameter Explanation Roll Paper Setup Auto Cut Choose On to automatically cut roll paper using the built-in cutter as each page is printed or Off to disable auto paper cutting. Refresh Margin If On is selected during borderless printing, the printer will automatically trim the leading edge to remove any ink stains that...
  • Page 56 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Using the Control Panel Menu Item Parameter Explanation Advanced Settings Remove Skew Select whether to enable (On) or disable (Off) paper skew reduction. Drying Time Per Page Specify how long the printer pauses to allow the ink to dry after printing each page.
  • Page 57 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Using the Control Panel Menu Item Parameter Explanation Charge Setting Extend Charge Timing Select Target Ink Tank When you have reserved a chip unit and are continuing to use it, if a discrepancy occurs between the estimated ink level indication on screen and when to refill the ink (the time at which the ink is 50 mm from the bottom of the ink tank), do the following settings to adjust the discrepancy.
  • Page 58 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Using the Control Panel Menu Item Parameter Explanation Forced Charge Select Target Ink Tank Do this if there is a discrepancy with the indicator when only 1 level remains (refer to the following illustration) when it is time to refill the ink while continuing to use a reserved chip.
  • Page 59 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Using the Control Panel Menu Item Parameter Explanation Sleep Mode 5 to 240 minutes The printer will enter sleep mode if no errors have occurred, no print jobs have been received, and no actions are performed on the control panel for an extended period of time.
  • Page 60 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Using the Control Panel Menu Item Parameter Explanation Date And Time Set the printer’s built-in clock. Time Zone Enter the difference between the current time zone and GMT. The selected time zone is used in e-mail notifications sent by Remote Manager when an error occurs and so on.

  • Page 61: Maintenance

    Once a week Cleaning caps You can check the procedure in a video on YouTube. Epson Video Manuals Stirring High Density Ink When using high density ink, move the stirring stick up and down within one second and repeat about 15 times.

  • Page 62: Refilling And Replacing Consumables

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Maintenance Refilling and Replacing Consumables When to perform Component to be replaced If the remaining ink level is 50 mm or Ink refill less “Refilling ink” on page 73 When a replacement message is Waste Ink Bottle displayed on the control panel “Disposing of Waste Ink”...
  • Page 63 You can check the replacement procedure in a video on YouTube. Epson Video Manuals If the print quality still does not improve, contact your dealer or Epson Support. If ink drops occur Perform the following sequence until the problems in the print results have improved.
  • Page 64 “What You’ll Need” on page 65 “Precautions Regarding Maintenance” on page 65 You can check the cleaning procedure in a video on YouTube. Epson Video Manuals If the print quality still does not improve, contact your dealer or Epson Support.

  • Page 65: What You'll Need

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Maintenance Cup (x1) What You’ll Need Head Maintenance Kit (Consumable item) Ready the following items before beginning cleaning Use this to clean the print head. and replacement. When the supplied parts have been completely used, purchase new consumables. Prepare genuine parts when replacing ink packs or performing maintenance.
  • Page 66 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Maintenance ❏ Do not use anything other than the cap cleaning Caution: liquid specified to clean the caps. Using anything ❏ During maintenance, wear protective clothing, else could result in malfunction or reduced print quality. including protective eyewear, gloves, and a mask.

  • Page 67: Performing Regular Maintenance

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Maintenance Hold the new, dry cleaning stick (narrow) in a Performing Regular perpendicular orientation, and wipe the outer Maintenance areas of all the caps. Important: Do not touch the insides of the suction cap Cleaning Caps (cap on left edge).
  • Page 68 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Maintenance Wipe off ink that has adhered to the guide Drip some cap cleaning liquid (2 to 3 drops) from section. the dropper until the inside of the anti-drying caps (all the caps except the left edge) are full. Important: Do not drip cap cleaning liquid into the insides of the suction cap.
  • Page 69 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Maintenance There are a total of 5 anti-drying caps. Drip cap Use a new, dry cleaning stick (wide) to soak up cleaning liquid into all the anti-drying caps. the cap cleaning liquid from all the anti-drying caps.

  • Page 70: Stirring High Density Black Ink

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Maintenance Read the following before starting this procedure. Important: Continue wiping until they look like the “Precautions Regarding Maintenance” on page 65 images below. Ink or cap cleaning liquid that is left on the inside of the anti-drying caps may Open the ink inlet cover for the slider on which cause the nozzles to clog.
  • Page 71 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Maintenance In one-second intervals, move the stirring stick up and down. Repeat about 15 times. When moving the stirring stick up and down, raise the stirring stick until the hook on the stirring stick is completely visible, and then lower it until the ink inlet cap touches the ink tank.

  • Page 72: Cleaning The Platen

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Maintenance Close the ink inlet cover. Open the printer cover and use a soft, clean cloth to carefully clean away any dust or dirt inside the printer. Thoroughly clean area (a), shown in blue in the illustration below.

  • Page 73: Refilling Ink

    Use the refill method that matches the type of ink. Before performing operations, check the “Safety data sheet”and the following notes. "Safety data sheets" are available from our Web site. You can download it at your local Epson Web site.
  • Page 74 Maintenance Caution: Important: ❏ Store ink packs and waste ink in a location out ❏ Epson recommends the use of genuine Epson of reach of children. ink packs. Epson cannot guarantee the quality or ❏ Wear protective eyewear, gloves, and a mask reliability of nongenuine ink.
  • Page 75 The ink tank replacement interval depends on the usage environment and conditions. Contact your dealer or Epson Support. Open the side cover.
  • Page 76 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Maintenance Install the chip unit that comes with the new ink Shake the new ink pack for 5 seconds 15 times pack. horizontally in approximately 5 cm movements as shown in the illustration. During installation, check to ensure that the labels on the slider and the chip unit are the same color.
  • Page 77 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Maintenance Except for High Density Black ink For High Density Black ink (1) Hold the part shown in the circled area in the illustration to remove the ink inlet cap. If the ink inlet cap is removed with any other part, ink adheres.
  • Page 78 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Maintenance Fill the ink tank with the ink from the ink pack. Insert the spout of the ink pack into the ink tank ink inlet groove and slowly tilt to pour out the ink. Tear off the ink pack spout opening. Important: Use all of the ink in the ink pack for a single refill.

  • Page 79: Disposing Of Waste Ink

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Maintenance Except for High Density Black ink Disposing of Waste Ink Preparing and Replacement Timing Prepare empty waste ink bottle. is displayed Prepare a new Waste Ink Bottle as soon as possible. When you want to replace the Waste Ink Bottle right away due to night operations and so on, execute Waste Ink Counter from the Maintenance menu after replacing the bottle.

  • Page 80: Replacing The Waste Ink Bottle

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Maintenance If the back of the stopper is stained, wipe it. Important: If you replace the Waste Ink Bottle before being Insert the waste ink tube into the mouth of the prompted by a message, always clear the waste ink new Waste Ink Bottle and place the Waste Ink counter.

  • Page 81: Clearing Clogged Nozzles

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Maintenance “When horizontal lines appear or the colors are Clearing clogged nozzles wrong” on page 62 Check and perform the following in sequence until the If ink drops occur clogged nozzles are cleared. “If ink drops occur” on page 63 Checking for clogged nozzles Print a check pattern and then check the following content.

  • Page 82: Head Cleaning

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Maintenance (2) Press the d button to feed the paper until the Head cleaning procedure check pattern is easily visible. Buttons that are used in the following settings (3) After checking the check pattern, press the u button to rewind the paper.

  • Page 83: Replacing The Wipers And Wiper Cleaners

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Maintenance Select the cleaning level, then press the Z Replacing the Wipers and button. Wiper Cleaners At first, use Execute (Light). Head cleaning will be performed. If print results do not improve even after performing After performing had cleaning, review the head cleaning several times as well as cap cleaning, printed check pattern to confirm that all heads replace the wiper and wiper cleaner.
  • Page 84 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Maintenance Remove the wiper cleaner. Insert a new wiper cleaner. Grasp the cleaner as shown and lift it from the Place on the attachment point and press down printer. until you hear a click.

  • Page 85: Print Head Maintenance

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Maintenance Remove the wiper. Print Head Maintenance Holding the wiper by the attachment point, tilt it left and lift it out. If ink continues to drip onto the print results even after performing head cleaning several times, use the Head Maintenance Kit to clean the print head.
  • Page 86 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Maintenance Open the printer cover and place the two Important: cleaning pads on the platens on either side of the ❏ Place the cleaning pads so that there are no print head (a). gaps between the pads and the roller. Placement position Cleaning will not be performed correctly if the pads are not placed properly.

  • Page 87: Replacing The Cutter

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Maintenance Follow the instructions on the control panel Buttons that are used in the following settings screen to open the printer cover and remove the two cleaning pads. Important: ❏ Remove them carefully so that no dirt gets on the surrounding area.
  • Page 88 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Maintenance After replacing the cutter, press the Z button. The cutter will return to its original position. The protective sheet is automatically removed from the cutter section. Ready is displayed in the control panel when the process is complete.

  • Page 89: Adjusting The Amount Of Paper Feed While Printing

    Dispose of items according to local laws and regulations. For example, contract an industrial waste disposal company for disposal. In such cases, submit the “Safety data sheet” to the industrial waste disposal company. You can download it at your local Epson Web site.

  • Page 90: Problem Solver

    Use EPSON LFP Remote Panel 2 to update the firmware again. Restart the printer. If this message appears in the control panel again, contact your dealer or Epson Support. Command Error Press the W button and select Job Cancel to stop printing. Check that the installed Check print settings on RIP.
  • Page 91 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Problem Solver Messages What to do Reel Unit Error Paper has not been wound correctly on the auto take-up reel unit. Flip the Auto switch on Turn off the Auto switch to cancel the auto take-up reel unit to Off, and then perform the following operations. the error.

  • Page 92: When A Maintenance Call/Service Call Occurs

    Maintenance Request A part used in the printer is nearing the end of its service life. Replace Part Now/Replace Part Soon Contact your dealer or Epson Support and tell them the maintenance request XXXXXXXX code. You cannot clear the maintenance request until the part is replaced. A service call occurs if you continue to use the printer.

  • Page 93: Troubleshooting

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Problem Solver Troubleshooting When using a USB hub, is it being used correctly? In the USB specification, daisy-chains of up to five USB You cannot print (because the hubs are possible. However, we recommend that you connect the printer to the first hub connected directly printer does not work) to the computer.

  • Page 94: The Printer Sounds Like It Is Printing, But Nothing Prints

    The nozzle check pattern is not printed correctly. Are you using a genuine Epson ink pack? This printer is developed for use with Epson ink packs. Perform head cleaning. Using any other type of ink pack may result in reduced print quality.
  • Page 95 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Problem Solver The printed surface is scuffed or Did you open the printer cover while printing? soiled. If the printer cover is opened while printing, the print Is the paper too thick or too thin? head stops suddenly causing unevenness in the color. Do not open the printer cover while printing.

  • Page 96: Feeding Or Ejecting Problems

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Problem Solver The reverse side of the printed paper Is paper jammed in the printer? is soiled. Open the printer cover of the printer and check that there are no paper jams or foreign objects in the Select On for Paper Size Check in the menus.

  • Page 97: Others

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Problem Solver Open the printer cover, move the print head in Others the opposite direction to the jammed paper, and then press the Z button. Discrepancies in the ink refill period and the charge state display There may be discrepancies due to the usage state and the usage environment.
  • Page 98 Problem Solver The administrator password has been forgotten. Should you forget the administrator password, contact your dealer or Epson Support. Head cleaning starts when the printer is turned on. When turned on after an extended period of disuse, the printer may automatically perform head cleaning to ensure print quality.

  • Page 99: Appendix

    Ink Packs Important: Using ink from an undesignated ink pack may result in a malfunction. Epson shall not be held responsible for any damages or problems with the printer that may occur when using undesignated, non-genuine ink packs. Printer model...
  • Page 100 Epson recommends the use of genuine Epson ink packs. Epson cannot guarantee the quality or reliability of nongenuine ink. The use of non-genuine ink may cause damage that is not covered by Epson’s warranties, and under certain circumstances, may cause erratic printer behavior. Information about non-genuine chip unit status may not be displayed, and use of non-genuine ink is recorded for possible use in service support.

  • Page 101: Supported Paper

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Appendix Supported Paper Moving and Transporting the Printer The following paper can be used with the printer. Print quality is greatly affected by the type and quality of paper This section describes how to move and transport the used.

  • Page 102: Transport

    ❏ Perform a nozzle check to check for clogged nozzles. “Printing a Check Pattern” on page 81 ❏ Perform Head Alignment and check print quality. “Adjusting Gaps in the Print Position (Head Alignment)” on page 31 Transport Before transporting the printer, contact your dealer or Epson Support.

  • Page 103: Media Settings List For Each Paper Type

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Appendix Media Settings List for Each Paper Type The following table shows the media settings applied when you select the paper type. Paper Type Item Thinnest Thin Thick Thickest Adhesive Platen Gap Paper Suction Feeding Tension Take-up Tension Prevent Sticking * Only enabled when the optional auto take-up reel unit is installed.

  • Page 104: System Requirements

    For the latest information, see the Epson Web site. Epson Edge Dashboard Important: Make sure the computer on which the Epson Edge Dashboard is installed meets the following requirements. If these requirements are not met, the software cannot monitor the printer correctly. ❏ Disable your computer's hibernate function.

  • Page 105: Epson Edge Print

    User's Guide Appendix Communication interface High Speed USB Ethernet 1000Base-T Browser Safari 6 or later Epson Edge Print Operating systems Windows 7 SP1/Windows 7 x64 SP1 Windows 8/Windows 8 x64 Windows 8.1/Windows 8.1 x64 Windows 10/Windows 10 x64 *64 bit recommended Core2Duo 3.0 GHz or more...

  • Page 106: Specifications Table

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Appendix Specifications Table Printer Specifications Temperature and humidity range Gray area: Printing Printer Specifications Cross-hatch lines: Recommended Printing method On-demand ink jet Nozzle configura- 360 nozzles x 2 rows x 4 colors tion (Black , Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) Resolution (maxi- 720 ×...
  • Page 107 Information of EU declaration of conformity The full text of the EU declaration of conformity of this equipment is available at the following internet address. https://www.epson.eu/conformity...

  • Page 108: Where To Get Help

    Support Technical Support Web Before Contacting Epson Site If your Epson product is not operating properly and you cannot solve the problem using the troubleshooting Epson’s Technical Support Web Site provides help with information in your product documentation, contact problems that cannot be solved using the Epson support services for assistance.

  • Page 109: Help For Users In North America

    Friday. Days and hours of support are subject to change without notice. Toll or long distance charges may apply. ❏ Product usage questions or problems Before you call Epson for support, please have the ❏ Enquiries on repair service and warranty following information ready: ❏...

  • Page 110: Help For Users In Australia/New Zealand

    No.530, Sec. 4, Henan Rd., Nantun Dist., Taichung City 408, Epson Helpdesk Taiwan Epson Helpdesk is provided as a final backup to make 05-2784222 05-2784555 No.463, Zhongxiao Rd., East Dist., Chiayi City sure our clients have access to advice. Operators on the...

  • Page 111: Help For Users In Thailand

    (62) 21-572 4350 Contacts for information, support, and services are: (62) 21-572 4357 World Wide Web (https://www.epson.co.th) Epson Service Center Information on product specifications, drivers for download, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ), and Jakarta Mangga Dua Mall 3rd floor No 3A/B e-mail are available.

  • Page 112: Help For Users In Hong Kong

    603-56288222 Internet Home Page ❏ Enquiries on repair services & warranty, product usage and technical support (Techline) Epson Hong Kong has established a local home page in both Chinese and English on the Internet to provide Phone: 603-56288333 users with the following information: ❏...

  • Page 113: Help For Users In The Philippines

    - 6PM) Prefix local STD code Help for Users in the Philippines To obtain technical support as well as other after sales services, users are welcome to contact the Epson Philippines Corporation at the telephone and fax numbers and e-mail address below:...

  • Page 114: Software License Terms

    Program (each is defined in Section 6) until five (5) years after the discontinuation of same model of this printer product. If you desire to receive the source code above, please see the "Contacting Epson Support" in the User's Guide, and contact the customer support of your region.

  • Page 115: Bonjour

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Software License Terms Apache License This printer product includes the open source software program “Bonjour” which apply the Apache License Version2.0 (“Apache License Program”). Bonjour License This printer product includes the open source software program “Bonjour” which applies the terms and conditions provided by owner of the copyright to the “Bonjour”.
  • Page 116 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Software License Terms You can redistribute Bonjour Programs and/or modify it under the terms of the Apple Public Source License Version1.2 or its latest version. These Bonjour Programs are WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY; without even the implied warranty of MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
  • Page 117 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Software License Terms 2. Permitted Uses; Conditions & Restrictions. Subject to the terms and conditions of this License, Apple hereby grants You, effective on the date You accept this License and download the Original Code, a world-wide, royalty-free, non-exclusive license, to the extent of Apple's Applicable Patent Rights and copyrights covering the Original Code, to do the following: 2.1 Unmodified Code.
  • Page 118 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Software License Terms 4. Larger Works. You may create a Larger Work by combining Covered Code with other code not governed by the terms of this License and distribute the Larger Work as a single product. In each such instance, You must make sure the requirements of this License are fulfilled for the Covered Code or any portion thereof.
  • Page 119 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Software License Terms 10. Trademarks. This License does not grant any rights to use the trademarks or trade names "Apple", "Apple Computer", "Mac", "Mac OS", "QuickTime", "QuickTime Streaming Server" or any other trademarks, service marks, logos or trade names belonging to Apple (collectively "Apple Marks") or to any trademark, service mark, logo or trade name belonging to any Contributor.

  • Page 120: Other Software Licenses

    SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Software License Terms 13.4 Waiver; Construction. Failure by Apple or any Contributor to enforce any provision of this License will not be deemed a waiver of future enforcement of that or any other provision. Any law or regulation which provides that the language of a contract shall be construed against the drafter will not apply to this License.
  • Page 121 SC-F6300 Series User's Guide Software License Terms Mark Adler, John Bush, Karl Davis, Harald Denker, Jean-Michel Dubois, Jean-loup Gailly, Hunter Goatley, Ed Gordon, Ian Gorman, Chris Herborth, Dirk Haase, Greg Hartwig, Robert Heath, Jonathan Hudson, Paul Kienitz, David Kirschbaum, Johnny Lee, Onno van der Linden, Igor Mandrichenko, Steve P. Miller, Sergio Monesi, Keith Owens, George Petrov, Greg Roelofs, Kai Uwe Rommel, Steve Salisbury, Dave Smith, Steven M.

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