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I have an Epson Photo 1800 printer with a broken ink jet. Is the repair worth the cost or is it time to trash the printer?

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Inkjet printers need to be used frequently to prevent inkdrying out in the print head nozzles.
If the print head cleaning maintenance routine does not clear the blockages,then print head needs replacing, but it may be expensive.
It may be more cost effective to buy a later model and better printer thanreplace the print head.

Testimonial: "Thanks for the feedback. I think you're right... the repair cost would probably be money down the drain. I think I'll just buy a new printer. "

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You can remove the print head and clean it. Sure you can throw it away and buy a new one, but why not try and clean it first? search here for a method to clean it.

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How to reset waste ink pad on Epson photo printer R220

There is some utility available on Google to reset the printer ink. but its depend which model you are using. "search like R220 ink resetter utility' hopefully it will work for you or goto service center for its repair may be its cost is approx. Rs 350/-
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Manual Counter Reset Method

To manually reset the Ink Jet Counter that compels you to clean your waste pads. For the tip on how to clean your ink waste pads go here.

Please Note: In some cases, your printer may be leaking ink so much and so often that not only does your ink pads need cleaning, but you may need to replace the ink reservoir on your printer or you will have a leaking mess on your hands. This is a decision and judgment only you can make. If your printer is leaking quite of lot of ink, you may have to take it to an authorized Epson Repair Shop or Person. Find an authorized location by starting at Epson.com

The solution below is valid for most of the following printer models listed below this solution, some listed may not work, some not listed may also work it varies as this method is listed below is illegal for an authorized Epson Tech to release.

Thanks to the many user boards on the Internet for this solution that I know has worked for people I've helped here on FixYa.

Don't be discouraged if it doesn't work the first time. The key is in pressing the buttons exactly at the same time. So if this doesn't work the first time, try again and try again. Most people state they get it eventually.

[thanks to fixyourownprinter.com for the crux of this particular solution]

"Printer Onboard Control Panel Key Sequence"

"Press and hold the paper feed, paper switch and the power switch.

Once the power light and paper light flashes twice and the other lights are flashing release the paper feed and paper switch "and then press the paper feed switch".

The power, paper and ink lights will flash twice. At this point the protection counter has been reset."

Don't give up, if it does not reset the first time. The timing is tricky for some people.

Supported Epson Models that I am aware of, others not listed may work and some listed also may not work, it varies but don't be discouraged to try and try again.

You can also try the software download solution listed in this tip I posted.

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Epson Stylus Сolor 760
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Epson Stylus Color 3000
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Epson Stylus C50
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Epson Stylus Photo RX700 **
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Epson Stylus CX4500 **
Epson Stylus CX4600 **
Epson Stylus CX4100 / CX4200 **
Epson Stylus CX4700 / CX4800 **
Epson Stylus DX4200 / DX4800 **
Epson Stylus CX5100 / CX5200 **
Epson Stylus CX5300 / CX5400 **
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Epson Stylus CX6300 / CX6500 **
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Epson Stylus Photo R200 / R210 **
Epson Stylus Photo R220 / R230 **
Epson Stylus Photo R300 / R310 **
Epson Stylus Photo R320 **
Epson Stylus Photo R800 / PX-G900 **
Epson Stylus Photo R1800 **
Epson Stylus Photo R2400 **
Epson Stylus Photo 890
Epson Stylus Photo PM-890C
Epson Stylus Photo PM-A700 **
Epson Stylus Photo PM-G720 **
Epson Stylus Photo PM-970C **
Epson Stylus Photo 895/ 785EPX
Epson Stylus Photo 900 **
Epson Stylus Photo 925 / 935 **
Epson Stylus Photo 950 / 960 / PM-950C **
Epson Stylus Photo 1200 / PM-3000C
Epson Stylus Photo 1270 / PM-3300C
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Epson Stylus Photo 1290
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I have a Epson Photo Stylus R1800 printer. All of a sudden the ink cartridges won't move over to print. I used the troubleshooting and epson said it was a repair issue. I no longer have warranty and it...

There is a "belt" that has a pulley at each end, and the belt is connected to the print-head.

If you open the lid, you should hear the motor spinning the pulleys, and pulling the belt.
If not, then the motor is not functioning.

Check that the belt is still connected to the print-head -- if it has broken-away, it's time to replace the printer, because it's impossible to purchase a replacement part to replace the broken part.

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http://er.epson.com:8001/start
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Compass Micro, Inc.
(503)408-8725 or (800)388-8595 Micrologic Systems, Inc. (903)561-0007 National Parts Depot (845)469-4800 or (800)524-8338 TSAworld, Inc. (770)417-2323 or (800)633-6626 Vance Baldwin Electronics (954)723-9191 or (800)432-8542
You can get replacement parts from any one of these.

or you can get it fixed at any Epson Authorized Servicer

http://pos.epson.com/service/SCR.htm
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