Re: Epson 740 - odd problem

A couple of things

1) WD-40 is not a lubricant that is appropriate long term for this. It is a penetrating oil and can damage plastics as it migrates. It also evaporates pretty rapidly relative to real oil.

2) Of course, Epson wants you to buy a new printer, why wouldn't they? Who cares what they think you should do?

3) USB can be a problem with the drivers. Make sure you aren't using a unpowered USB port/hub. For Epson printers they need a powered hub, or a direct to printer line.

Many USB drivers only get installed properly with the printer disconnected to the computer. Read any instructions with the driver(s) for that printer. Remove the old ones as thoroughly as possible. Epson will probably provide you with a list of files to remove via email if you request via email from the info at their website. If they tell you not to install it during a part of the process do not plug it in until they suggest to.

Art

Dan S wrote:

Huh?? It's a USB connex.
Epson wishes I'd buy a new unit.
Dan


From: Arthur Entlich <e-printerhelp@xxxxxxxx>
Organization: Shaw Residential Internet
Newsgroups: comp.periphs.printers
Date: Thu, 29 Mar 2007 11:47:39 GMT
Subject: Re: Epson 740 - odd problem

I suspect this isn't directly related, unless you have now corrupted
your driver.

The problem with the mechanics is directly internal to the printer, and
the firmware. The problem with the interface with the software is on
your computer only. Are you using a USB or parallel connection?

You may need to manually remove the SC-740 driver components and then
reinstall. Epson may be willing to provide you with a list of files
that need to be removed, and then do a new install. If you are using
either a USB connection, or a USB/Parallel cable, you need to follow the
sequence of loading to make sure you plug in the printer at the right
point in the installation of software.

Art

Dan S wrote:


Stranger and stranger!
I used a bit of gauze to apply WD-40 to the shaft, which was covered with a
blue substance. Sure enough, the cartridge glided perfectly and no no-paper
light!
So I went to the Chooser. But it told me "Cannot find the necessary files to
use the sc-740 printer driver. Please reinstall the appropriate printer
driver." OK. I reinstalled the Color Stylus 740 Driver and then the Updater
v1.0cEs. The pointer froze.
Hit the reset button.
Long First Aid..
arrow still frozen.
Reset, didn't wait for First Aid, got the arrow moving right away.
Went back to Chooser: Same thing.
Anyone??
Dan



From: Dan S <dan@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Organization: BellSouth Internet Service
Newsgroups: comp.periphs.printers
Date: Sun, 25 Mar 2007 21:51:20 -0600
Subject: Epson 740 - odd problem

My old-but-not-used-very-much Epson Stylus Color 740 has developed an odd
problem.. it says (flashing button) it has no paper, no matter what I do.
When I try to start it up, the cartridge carrier slams around. One friend
says toss it, another says "that's how it cleans its heads."
Any advice?
Dan



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