Epson EPL-N2120 User manual

Where to Find Information

Setup Guide (this manual)

Contains information on how to place the printer, assembling the

printer and installing the printer driver.

Online guides

The CD-ROM shipped with your printer includes

the following online guides as well as the printer

driver.

Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 or later, or

Netscape Navigator 4.0 or later, must be installed

in your computer to read the Online Guide.

Reference Guide

❏How to use the printer

❏How to solve the problems

❏How to keep your printer in good condition

❏Safety information and technical specifications

Online Help for each printer software

Click Help for detailed information and instructions on the

printer software that controls your printer. Online Help is

automatically installed when you install the printer software.

Laser Printer

Setup Guide

SafetyInstructions..................... 1

1 RemovingtheProtectiveMaterials .....6

2 FindingaPlaceforthePrinter..........8

3 AssemblingthePrinter ...............10

4 InstallingtheOptions ................13

5 Testing and Connecting the Printer . . . . 24

6 InstallingthePrinterSoftware..........27

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or otherwise, without the prior written permission of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. No

patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein. Neither

is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained

herein.

Neither SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of

this product or third parties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by purchaser or

third parties as a result of: accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or unauthorized

modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the U.S.) failure to strictly

comply with SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION’s operating and maintenance instructions.

SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION and its affiliates shall not be liable against 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.

EPSON and EPSON ESC/P are registered trademarks and EPSON ESC/P 2 is a trademark

of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION.

General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be

trademarks of their respective owners. EPSON disclaims any and all rights in those marks.

Warnings, Cautions, and Notes

wWarnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.

cCautions must be observed to avoid damage to your

equipment.

Notes contain important information and useful tips on the

operation of your printer.

Safety Instructions 1

Safety Instructions

Laser Printer Precautions

This printer uses laser technology. Follow the precautions below

carefully to ensure safe, efficient operation.

❏Be careful not to touch the fuser,

which is marked CAUTION!

HIGH TEMPERATURE.Ifthe

printer has been in use, the fuser

can be very hot.

❏Do not attempt to modify or take

the imaging cartridge apart. It

cannot be refilled.

❏Do not touch the toner and avoid

all toner contact with your eyes.

❏Do not dispose of used imaging

cartridges in fire, as they can

explode and cause injury.

Dispose of them according to local regulations.

Important Safety Instructions

Read all of these instructions before operating your printer:

❏Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer.

❏Unplug this printer from the wall outlet before cleaning.

Use a damp cloth for cleaning and do not use liquid or aerosol

cleaners.

❏Avoid touching the components inside the printer unless

instructed to do so in this guide.

CAUTION! HIGH TEMPERATURE

2Safety Instructions

❏Never force printer components into place. Although the printer

is designed to be sturdy, rough handling can damage it.

❏Be sure to keep consumables out of the reach of children.

❏Do not leave jammed paper inside of the printer. This can cause

the printer to overheat.

❏Do not use this printer near water.

❏Do not place the printer on an unstable surface.

❏Do not put your printer where the cord will be stepped on.

❏Avoid using outlets that other appliances are plugged into.

❏Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are

provided for ventilation. Do not block or cover them.

❏Do not put the printer on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface

or in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.

❏Usethetypeofpowersourceindicatedonthelabel.Ifyouare

not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or

local power company.

❏If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact a

qualified electrician.

❏If you use an extension cord, make sure that the total of the

ampere ratings on the products plugged into the extension cord

does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating.

❏Never push objects of any kind through cabinet slots as they may

touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could

result in a fire or electric shock.

❏Never spill liquid of any kind on the printer.

Safety Instructions 3

❏Except as specifically explained in this guide, do not attempt to

service this product yourself. Opening or removing those covers

that are marked Do Not Remove may expose you to dangerous

voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing in those

compartments to service personnel.

❏Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating

instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result

in damage and may require a qualified service representative to

restore the product normal operation.

❏Unplug this printer from the wall outlet and refer servicing to

qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

A. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.

B. If liquid has been spilled into it.

C. If it has been exposed to rain or water.

D. If it does not operate normally when the operating

instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls that are

covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment

of other controls may result in damage and may require a

qualified service representative to restore the product to

normal operation.

E. If it has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.

F. If it exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a

need for service.

4Safety Instructions

Safety Information

Laser safety labels

wWarning:

Theuseofcontrols,ortheperformanceofproceduresand

adjustments other than those specified in this guide may result in

hazardous radiation exposure.

YourprinterisaClass1laser

product as defined in the IEC60825

specifications. The label shown

below is attached in countries where

required.

Internal laser radiation

This is a Class IIIb Laser Diode

Assembly that has an invisible laser

beam. The printer head unit is NOT

A SERVICE ITEM, Therefore, the

printer head unit should not be

opened under any circumstances.

An additional laser warning label is

affixed to the inside of the printer.

Ozone safety

Ozone emission

Ozone gas is generated by laser printers as a by-product of the

printing process. Ozone is produced only when the printer is

printing.

Max. Radiation Power 0.31 mW

Wave Length 770 to 795 nm

Safety Instructions 5

Ozone exposure limit

The recommended exposure limit for ozone is 0.1 parts per million

(ppm) expressed as an average time-weighted concentration over an

eight (8) hour period.

The EPSON EPL-N2120 laser printer generates less than 0.1 ppm for

8 hours of continuous printing.

Minimize the risk

Tominimizetheriskofexposuretoozone,youshouldavoidthe

following conditions:

❏Useofmultiplelaserprintersinaconfinedarea(seeabove)

❏Operation in conditions of extremely low humidity

❏Poor room ventilation

❏Long, continuous printing together with any of the above

Printer location

The printer should be located so that the exhaust gases and heat

generated are:

❏Not blown directly into the user’sface

❏Vented directly out of the building whenever possible

6Removing the Protective Materials

1Removing the Protective

Materials

Before installing the imaging cartridge and the paper cassette, you

must first remove the protective materials from the printer.

Follow these steps to remove the printer’s protective materials:

Removing the Protective Materials 7

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