Refilling your Epson EcoTank ET-2803 is a straightforward process that involves preparing the printer and carefully adding ink to the corresponding tanks.
Here is a step-by-step guide based on common EcoTank procedures, incorporating the initial steps provided by Epson:
- Turn on your product. Ensure the printer is powered on and in a ready state.
- Navigate the Menu: Use the arrow buttons on your printer's control panel to select Maintenance and then press the OK button.
- Select Fill Ink: Choose the Fill Ink option from the Maintenance menu and press the OK button.
- Read Precautions: Press the down arrow button to carefully read all the safety and usage precautions displayed on the printer's screen regarding filling ink. Once you have read them, press the OK button to proceed.
- Open Ink Tank Cover: Open the ink tank cover located on the side of your printer. This cover protects the individual ink tanks.
- Identify and Open Tank Cap: Identify the ink tank you need to refill (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, or Black). Lift the cap for that specific color tank. Each tank is color-coded to match the ink bottles.
- Prepare Ink Bottle: Remove the ink bottle from its packaging. Twist the cap off the ink bottle. Note: Epson EcoTank ink bottles have unique keys designed to fit only the correct color tank, preventing misfilling.
- Insert and Fill: Carefully insert the nozzle of the ink bottle into the corresponding ink tank's filling port. The bottle is designed to start filling automatically when inserted correctly and stop when the tank is full. Do not squeeze the bottle.
- Monitor and Remove: Watch the ink level in the tank as it fills. Once the ink reaches the upper line on the tank, remove the ink bottle. The bottle will stop filling automatically.
- Close Tank Cap: Securely close the cap for the specific ink tank you just refilled.
- Close Ink Tank Cover: Close the main ink tank cover on the side of the printer.
- Complete Process on Printer: Follow any remaining prompts on the printer's LCD screen to complete the ink filling process registration. This helps the printer accurately track ink levels.
Important Tips:
- Always use genuine Epson ink bottles for your ET-2803 to ensure optimal performance and avoid damage.
- Refill tanks before they are completely empty to maintain print quality.
- Be careful not to spill ink. Use gloves and cover surfaces if necessary.
- The keyed bottles prevent you from putting the wrong color in the wrong tank.
By following these steps, you can efficiently refill your Epson EcoTank ET-2803 and continue printing with minimal interruption.
