1. Introduction
This manual provides comprehensive instructions for the setup, operation, and maintenance of your Epson Ecotank L130 Single Function Inktank Colour Printer. Designed for regular and frequent use in home and small office environments, the L130 offers high-volume printing with low running costs.
Figure 1.1: Epson Ecotank L130 Single Function Inktank Colour Printer.
2. Key Features
- InkTank Technology: Utilizes an innovative ink tank system for high-volume printing at significantly lower costs compared to traditional cartridge printers.
- Single Function: Designed exclusively for printing, focusing on efficiency and quality for print tasks.
- High Print Resolution: Achieves a maximum print resolution of 5760 x 1440 dpi for both color and black & white prints, ensuring sharp and vibrant output.
- Fast Print Speeds: Capable of printing up to 27 pages per minute (ppm) for black & white documents and 15 ppm for color documents.
- Multiple Paper Sizes: Supports various paper sizes including A3, A4, Legal, and Letter, with a maximum paper thickness of 256 gsm.
- Energy Efficient: Operates at a low power consumption of approximately 9 Watts.
- High Page Yield: Delivers approximately 4,000 black & white prints and 6,500 color prints per set of ink bottles.
Figure 2.1: High page yield and low power consumption benefits.
3. Setup Guide
3.1 Unpacking and Placement
Carefully remove the printer from its packaging. Place the printer on a stable, flat surface with adequate space around it for ventilation and paper loading/output. Ensure it is near a power outlet and your computer.
3.2 Ink Filling
The Epson L130 uses an integrated ink tank system. Follow these steps to fill the ink tanks:
- Open the ink tank unit cover on the side of the printer.
- Uncap the corresponding ink bottle (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow).
- Carefully pour the ink into the correct tank, matching the colors. Do not overfill.
- Close the ink tank unit cover securely.
Figure 3.1: Compatible Epson T664 series ink bottles.
3.3 Connecting the Printer
Connect the printer to your computer using the provided USB 2.0 cable. Ensure both the printer and computer are powered on.
3.4 Driver Installation
Install the printer drivers from the included CD-ROM or download the latest drivers from the official Epson website. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
4. Operating Instructions
4.1 Loading Paper
Open the rear paper support and pull out the output tray. Load paper into the rear paper feeder, adjusting the paper guides to fit the width of your paper. The maximum input sheet capacity is 50 sheets.
4.2 Printing Documents
From your computer, open the document or image you wish to print. Select "Print" from the application's menu. In the print dialog box, select your Epson L130 printer. Adjust print settings such as paper size, print quality, and color options (black & white or color) as needed, then click "Print".
5. Maintenance
- Regular Use: To prevent ink drying and nozzle clogging, it is recommended to use the printer at least twice a week.
- Ink Level Monitoring: Regularly check ink levels and refill tanks before they run completely empty to avoid air entering the system.
- Head Cleaning: If print quality deteriorates (e.g., missing lines, incorrect colors), perform a print head cleaning using the printer utility software on your computer.
- Nozzle Check: After head cleaning, perform a nozzle check to ensure all nozzles are firing correctly.
- Printer Cleaning: Keep the exterior of the printer clean with a soft, damp cloth. Avoid using harsh chemicals.
6. Troubleshooting
If you encounter issues with your Epson L130 printer, consider the following general troubleshooting steps:
- Printer Not Responding:
- Ensure the printer is powered on and connected securely to the computer via USB.
- Check if the printer cable is damaged.
- Restart both the printer and your computer.
- Poor Print Quality:
- Check ink levels and refill if necessary.
- Perform a print head cleaning and nozzle check through the printer utility.
- Ensure you are using appropriate paper for your print settings.
- Paper Jams:
- Turn off the printer and carefully remove any jammed paper from the input or output trays.
- Ensure paper is loaded correctly and not creased or bent.
- Do not overload the paper tray.
For more detailed troubleshooting, refer to the comprehensive guide on the Epson support website or contact customer service.
7. Specifications
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Printer Type | Inkjet (InkTank) |
| Functions | Print Only (Single Function) |
| Printer Output | Colour |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
| Max Print Speed (Black) | 27 ppm |
| Max Print Speed (Colour) | 15 ppm |
| Max Print Resolution | 5760 x 1440 dpi |
| Page Sizes Supported | A3, A4, Legal, Letter |
| Max Paper Thickness | 256 gsm |
| Max Input Sheet Capacity | 50 sheets |
| Power Consumption | 9 Watts |
| Operating System | Windows XP, Vista, 8.1 |
| Item Dimensions (LxWxH) | 22.2 x 13 x 48.2 cm |
| Item Weight | 2.69 kg |
8. Compatible Ink Bottles
The Epson L130 printer uses the following genuine Epson ink bottles:
- T6641: Black Ink Bottle
- T6642: Cyan Ink Bottle
- T6643: Magenta Ink Bottle
- T6644: Yellow Ink Bottle
One unit of each compatible ink bottle is typically included with the printer purchase.
