1. Remove the protection cap from the cartridge
2. Install the ink cartridge into the printer. Make sure it clicks.
3. POP-UP window may appear with the message "You have not installed genuine Epson ink cartridges" after installation. This is just a warning message, press "OK" and "Yes" and continue printing.
NOTE: To ensure the best printing result, please run the nozzle check before printing
NOTE: Please avoid touching the cartridge chip over the installation process
If there has been a full set of genuine cartridges installed in the printer prior to installing the new compatible cartridges then a full compatible cartridge replacement may be required if the error message (Cartridge is not compatible) appears
If this error message still appears after this troubleshooting or you don't have a full set of compatible cartridges available please consult the "Problems you might encounter" section below
- This incompatible cartridge error message appears when the printer detects that there is both genuine and compatible cartridges installed in the printer
- To do a full genuine to compatible replacement please follow the steps below:
- Remove all the cartridges currently installed in the printer and turn the printer off. Leave it off for 15 minutes then turn it back on
- Re-install a full set genuine HP ink cartridges in the printer - These genuine cartridges can be half full or even empty
- Once the genuine cartridges have been detected, remove and the replace them with compatible cartridges. Note: This must be done in one go
Problem: Error (Cartridge is not compatible)
The compatible cartridge has been installed correctly and the error message (Cartridge is not compatible) has appeared
Resolution
- 1. Remove the affected cartridge/cartridges from the printer
- 2. Clean the chip with dry cloth or tissue
- 3. Re-install the cartridge into the printer and press down firmly to ensure that the contacts are connected.
Problem: Printing blank pages / Fading on print
Printouts are coming out very faded or blank
Resolution
- 1. Go into the printers maintenance section and select "head cleaning"
- 2. This will perform a print head clean - this will take a couple of minutes
- 3. Print a Print nozzle check pattern to check the printer quality
- If you don't see any improvement, repeat steps 1-3 multiple times
Note: If you don't see any improvement turn off the printer and wait at least six hours to let any dried ink soften. Then try cleaning the print head again
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This image shows the front of the cartridges, match the colour to the slot on the printer.
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The back of the cartridges can be seen in this image, remove the orange clip before installation and ensure the chip is clear of imperfections.
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Printers that use Epson 26XL cartridges
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