For current EPSON printer models, the required procedure for executing an Initial Ink Fill must be facilitated using the proprietary EPSON Service Adjustment Utility software. This utility provides the necessary control for this critical setup function.
Here it is for the SC-P700 and SC-P900 printers:
Please be aware that the EPSON Service Adjustment Utility is strictly a Windows-only application.
- For macOS (OS X) Users: If you are operating on a Mac system, you will need to utilize a virtualization solution to run the Windows environment. You may consider downloading a free trial of a program like Parallels for macOS to create a functional Windows environment for running the utility.
It is crucial to understand that the EPSON Service Adjustment Utility software is designed for use by qualified EPSON service engineers. As a result, the software operates under the assumption that the user possesses technical expertise.
The utility generally does NOT provide standard user warnings for critical operational parameters, such as:
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Low Ink Status: Warnings if the ink level on a cartridge chip is insufficient for the fill process.
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Maintenance Limits: Warnings if the waste ink pad or maintenance tank has reached or exceeded its service limit.
Therefore, it is the user’s responsibility to verify that all printer components (especially ink and maintenance tanks) are adequately prepared before initiating the service procedure.
Rachel
IJM-TechSupport