A late response as I missed this, but [link|https://mediaserver.goepson.com/ImConvServlet/imconv/7c77763356f8444ea6190abf8c8577bf8f365680/original?assetDescr=EcoTank-ET-8500_Printer-Specification-Sheet_CPD-59931R2-Final.pdf|verify the paper is within the weight limits of the printer mechanisms|new_window=true]. Epson topload mechanisms typically have less pickup ability due to the limitations of being top feed; that said, these wide format units tend not to be plagued with that -- it's the desktop (8.5x14 max) models which can't be used beyond light papers. On this one, lighter papers run through the lower trays, and heavy paper through the topfeed mechanism. ***I'd still verify the weight as super heavy papers like high-end Red River paper may push the limits a bit more than you think.***
If the paper is within spec, check the rollers for dust and wear—this will do it with glossy papers. If it is just dust, clean the rollers with a lightly wet cloth and then dry them off. Once you do that, rerun the paper and see what happens. Roller wear is a bit more complicated to fix in the lower trays. If the 8550 is designed smartly on the rear feed where the rear feed door has the rollers (and it's NOT part of the frame), you can replace the paper feed unit to fix it on this one.
[image|3419324]
-
***If the manual is a clue, the ET- printers may have some smidgen of serviceability (which is a first for anything with inkjet, these tend to be disposable). If most feed issues can be fixed by replacing the paper feed unit (that said, the [https://compassmicro.com/media/wysiwyg/diagrams/ET-8550-exploded-diag.pdf|parts diagram|new_window=true] shows some feed parts buried under the scanner requiring partial disassembly), then these newer wide-format units might be repairable. But I also am not holding my breath on desktop (8.5x14 max) models.***
+
***If the manual is a clue, the ET- printers may have some smidgen of serviceability (which is a first for anything with inkjet, these tend to be disposable). If most feed issues can be fixed by replacing the paper feed unit (that said, the*** [link|https://compassmicro.com/media/wysiwyg/diagrams/ET-8500-exploded-diag.pdf|parts diagram|new_window=true] ***shows some feed parts buried under the scanner requiring partial disassembly), then these newer wide-format units might be repairable. But I also am not holding my breath on desktop (8.5x14 max) models.***
A late response as I missed this, but [link|https://mediaserver.goepson.com/ImConvServlet/imconv/7c77763356f8444ea6190abf8c8577bf8f365680/original?assetDescr=EcoTank-ET-8500_Printer-Specification-Sheet_CPD-59931R2-Final.pdf|verify the paper is within the weight limits of the printer mechanisms|new_window=true]. Epson topload mechanisms typically have less pickup ability due to the limitations of being top feed; that said, these wide format units tend not to be plagued with that -- it's the desktop (8.5x14 max) models which can't be used beyond light papers. On this one, lighter papers run through the lower trays, and heavy paper through the topfeed mechanism. ***I'd still verify the weight as super heavy papers like high-end Red River paper may push the limits a bit more than you think.***
If the paper is within spec, check the rollers for dust and wear—this will do it with glossy papers. If it is just dust, clean the rollers with a lightly wet cloth and then dry them off. Once you do that, rerun the paper and see what happens. Roller wear is a bit more complicated to fix in the lower trays. If the 8550 is designed smartly on the rear feed where the rear feed door has the rollers (and it's NOT part of the frame), you can replace the paper feed unit to fix it on this one.
[image|3419324]
-
***If the manual is a clue, the ET- printers may have some smidgen of serviceability (which is a first for anything with inkjet, these tend to be disposable). If most feed issues can be fixed by replacing the paper feed unit (that said, the diagrams show parts buried under the scanner requiring partial disassembly), then these newer wide-format units might be repairable. But I also am not holding my breath on desktop (8.5x14 max) models.***
+
***If the manual is a clue, the ET- printers may have some smidgen of serviceability (which is a first for anything with inkjet, these tend to be disposable). If most feed issues can be fixed by replacing the paper feed unit (that said, the [https://compassmicro.com/media/wysiwyg/diagrams/ET-8550-exploded-diag.pdf|parts diagram|new_window=true] shows some feed parts buried under the scanner requiring partial disassembly), then these newer wide-format units might be repairable. But I also am not holding my breath on desktop (8.5x14 max) models.***
A late response as I missed this, but [link|https://mediaserver.goepson.com/ImConvServlet/imconv/7c77763356f8444ea6190abf8c8577bf8f365680/original?assetDescr=EcoTank-ET-8500_Printer-Specification-Sheet_CPD-59931R2-Final.pdf|verify the paper is within the weight limits of the printer mechanisms|new_window=true]. Epson topload mechanisms typically have less pickup ability due to the limitations of being top feed; that said, these wide format units tend not to be plagued with that -- it's the desktop (8.5x14 max) models which can't be used beyond light papers. On this one, lighter papers run through the lower trays, and heavy paper through the topfeed mechanism. ***I'd still verify the weight as super heavy papers like high-end Red River paper may push the limits a bit more than you think.***
If the paper is within spec, check the rollers for dust and wear—this will do it with glossy papers. If it is just dust, clean the rollers with a lightly wet cloth and then dry them off. Once you do that, rerun the paper and see what happens. Roller wear is a bit more complicated to fix in the lower trays. If the 8550 is designed smartly on the rear feed where the rear feed door has the rollers (and it's NOT part of the frame), you can replace the paper feed unit to fix it on this one.
[image|3419324]
-
***If the manual is a clue, the ET- printers may have some smidgen of serviceability (which is a first for anything with inkjet, these tend to be disposable). If a single component fixes the issue on top and lower feeds, Epson finally stopped building "disposable" printers, but I also am not holding my breath on desktop (8.5x14 max) models.***
+
***If the manual is a clue, the ET- printers may have some smidgen of serviceability (which is a first for anything with inkjet, these tend to be disposable). If most feed issues can be fixed by replacing the paper feed unit (that said, the diagrams show parts buried under the scanner requiring partial disassembly), then these newer wide-format units might be repairable. But I also am not holding my breath on desktop (8.5x14 max) models.***
A late response as I missed this, but [link|https://mediaserver.goepson.com/ImConvServlet/imconv/7c77763356f8444ea6190abf8c8577bf8f365680/original?assetDescr=EcoTank-ET-8500_Printer-Specification-Sheet_CPD-59931R2-Final.pdf|verify the paper is within the weight limits of the printer mechanisms|new_window=true]. Epson topload mechanisms typically have less pickup ability due to the limitations of being top feed; that said, these wide format units tend not to be plagued with that -- it's the desktop (8.5x14 max) models which can't be used beyond light papers. On this one, lighter papers run through the lower trays, and heavy paper through the topfeed mechanism. ***I'd still verify the weight as super heavy papers like high-end Red River paper may push the limits a bit more than you think.***
If the paper is within spec, check the rollers for dust and wear—this will do it with glossy papers. If it is just dust, clean the rollers with a lightly wet cloth and then dry them off. Once you do that, rerun the paper and see what happens. Roller wear is a bit more complicated to fix in the lower trays. If the 8550 is designed smartly on the rear feed where the rear feed door has the rollers (and it's NOT part of the frame), you can replace the paper feed unit to fix it on this one.
[image|3419324]
-
***If the manual is a clue, the ET- printers may have some smidgen of serviceability (which is a first for anything with inkjet, these tend to be disposable). If a single component fixes the issue on top and lower feeds, Epson finally stopped building "disposable" printers.***
+
***If the manual is a clue, the ET- printers may have some smidgen of serviceability (which is a first for anything with inkjet, these tend to be disposable). If a single component fixes the issue on top and lower feeds, Epson finally stopped building "disposable" printers, but I also am not holding my breath on desktop (8.5x14 max) models.***
A late response as I missed this, but [link|https://mediaserver.goepson.com/ImConvServlet/imconv/7c77763356f8444ea6190abf8c8577bf8f365680/original?assetDescr=EcoTank-ET-8500_Printer-Specification-Sheet_CPD-59931R2-Final.pdf|verify the paper is within the weight limits of the printer mechanisms|new_window=true]. Epson topload mechanisms typically have less pickup ability due to the limitations of being top feed; that said, these wide format units tend not to be plagued with that -- it's the desktop (8.5x14 max) models which can't be used beyond light papers. On this one, lighter papers run through the lower trays, and heavy paper through the topfeed mechanism. ***I'd still verify the weight as super heavy papers like high-end Red River paper may push the limits a bit more than you think.***
If the paper is within spec, check the rollers for dust and wear—this will do it with glossy papers. If it is just dust, clean the rollers with a lightly wet cloth and then dry them off. Once you do that, rerun the paper and see what happens. Roller wear is a bit more complicated to fix in the lower trays. If the 8550 is designed smartly on the rear feed where the rear feed door has the rollers (and it's NOT part of the frame), you can replace the paper feed unit to fix it on this one.
[image|3419324]
-
***If the manual is a clue, the ET- printers may have some smidgen of serviceability (which is a first for anything with inkjet, these tend to be disposable).***
+
+
+
***If the manual is a clue, the ET- printers may have some smidgen of serviceability (which is a first for anything with inkjet, these tend to be disposable). If a single component fixes the issue on top and lower feeds, Epson finally stopped building "disposable" printers.***
A late response as I missed this, but [link|https://mediaserver.goepson.com/ImConvServlet/imconv/7c77763356f8444ea6190abf8c8577bf8f365680/original?assetDescr=EcoTank-ET-8500_Printer-Specification-Sheet_CPD-59931R2-Final.pdf|verify the paper is within the weight limits of the printer mechanisms|new_window=true]. Epson topload mechanisms typically have less pickup ability due to the limitations of being top feed; that said, these wide format units tend not to be plagued with that -- it's the desktop (8.5x14 max) models which can't be used beyond light papers. On this one, lighter papers run through the lower trays, and heavy paper through the topfeed mechanism. ***I'd still verify the weight as super heavy papers like high-end Red River paper may push the limits a bit more than you think.***
-
If the paper is within spec, check the rollers for dust and wear—this will do it with glossy papers. If it is just dust, clean the rollers with a lightly wet cloth and then dry them off. Once you do that, rerun the paper and see what happens. Roller wear is a bit more complicated to fix in the lower trays. If the 8550 is designed smartly on the rear feed where the rear feed door has the rollers (and it's NOT part of the frame), you can replace the rear feed assembly with a new one and refresh the rear feed rollers with a new assembly.
+
If the paper is within spec, check the rollers for dust and wear—this will do it with glossy papers. If it is just dust, clean the rollers with a lightly wet cloth and then dry them off. Once you do that, rerun the paper and see what happens. Roller wear is a bit more complicated to fix in the lower trays. If the 8550 is designed smartly on the rear feed where the rear feed door has the rollers (and it's NOT part of the frame), you can replace the paper feed unit to fix it on this one.
+
+
[image|3419324]
+
+
***If the manual is a clue, the ET- printers may have some smidgen of serviceability (which is a first for anything with inkjet, these tend to be disposable).***
A late response as I missed this, but [link|https://mediaserver.goepson.com/ImConvServlet/imconv/7c77763356f8444ea6190abf8c8577bf8f365680/original?assetDescr=EcoTank-ET-8500_Printer-Specification-Sheet_CPD-59931R2-Final.pdf|verify the paper is within the weight limits of the printer mechanisms|new_window=true]. Epson topload mechanisms typically have less pickup ability due to the limitations of being top feed; that said, these wide format units tend not to be plagued with that -- it's the desktop (8.5x14 max) models which can't be used beyond light papers. On this one, lighter papers run through the lower trays, and heavy paper through the topfeed mechanism. ***I'd still verify the weight as super heavy papers like high-end Red River paper may push the limits a bit more than you think.***
-
If the paper is within spec, check the rollers for dust and wear—this will do it with glossy papers. If it is just dust, clean the rollers with a lightly wet cloth and then dry them off. Once you do that, rerun the paper and see what happens. Roller wear is a bit more complicated to fix in the lower trays but if the 8550 is designed smartly on the rear feed, you can just replace the rear feed assembly with a new one and refresh the rear feed rollers with a new rear assembly.
+
If the paper is within spec, check the rollers for dust and wear—this will do it with glossy papers. If it is just dust, clean the rollers with a lightly wet cloth and then dry them off. Once you do that, rerun the paper and see what happens. Roller wear is a bit more complicated to fix in the lower trays. If the 8550 is designed smartly on the rear feed where the rear feed door has the rollers (and it's NOT part of the frame), you can replace the rear feed assembly with a new one and refresh the rear feed rollers with a new assembly.
A late response as I missed this, but [link|https://mediaserver.goepson.com/ImConvServlet/imconv/7c77763356f8444ea6190abf8c8577bf8f365680/original?assetDescr=EcoTank-ET-8500_Printer-Specification-Sheet_CPD-59931R2-Final.pdf|verify the paper is within the weight limits of the printer mechanisms|new_window=true]. Epson topload mechanisms typically have less pickup ability due to the limitations of being top feed; that said, these wide format units tend not to be plagued with that -- it's the desktop (8.5x14 max) models which can't be used beyond light papers. On this one, lighter papers run through the lower trays, and heavy paper through the topfeed mechanism. ***I'd still verify the weight as super heavy papers like high-end Red River paper may push the limits a bit more than you think.***
-
If the paper is within spec, check the rollers for dust and wear—this will do it with glossy papers. If it is just dust, clean the rollers with a lightly wet cloth and then dry them off. Once you do that, rerun the paper and see what happens. Roller wear is a bit more complicated to fix.
+
If the paper is within spec, check the rollers for dust and wear—this will do it with glossy papers. If it is just dust, clean the rollers with a lightly wet cloth and then dry them off. Once you do that, rerun the paper and see what happens. Roller wear is a bit more complicated to fix in the lower trays but if the 8550 is designed smartly on the rear feed, you can just replace the rear feed assembly with a new one and refresh the rear feed rollers with a new rear assembly.
A late response as I missed this, but [link|https://mediaserver.goepson.com/ImConvServlet/imconv/7c77763356f8444ea6190abf8c8577bf8f365680/original?assetDescr=EcoTank-ET-8500_Printer-Specification-Sheet_CPD-59931R2-Final.pdf|verify the paper is within the weight limits of the printer mechanisms|new_window=true]. Epson topload mechanisms typically have less pickup ability due to the limitations of being top feed; that said, these wide format units tend not to be plagued with that -- it's the desktop (8.5x14 max) models which can't be used beyond light papers. On this one, lighter papers run through the lower trays, and heavy paper through the topfeed mechanism. ***I'd still verify the weight as super heavy papers like high-end Red River paper may push the limits a bit more than you think.***
-
If the paper is within spec, check the rollers for dust and wear—this will do it. If it is just dust, clean the rollers with a lightly wet cloth and then dry them off. Once you do that, rerun the paper and see what happens. Roller wear is a bit more complicated to fix.
+
If the paper is within spec, check the rollers for dust and wear—this will do it with glossy papers. If it is just dust, clean the rollers with a lightly wet cloth and then dry them off. Once you do that, rerun the paper and see what happens. Roller wear is a bit more complicated to fix.
A late response as I missed this, but [link|https://mediaserver.goepson.com/ImConvServlet/imconv/7c77763356f8444ea6190abf8c8577bf8f365680/original?assetDescr=EcoTank-ET-8500_Printer-Specification-Sheet_CPD-59931R2-Final.pdf|verify the paper is within the weight limits of the printer mechanism]. Epson topload mechanisms typically have less pickup ability due to the limitations of being top feed; that said, these wide format units tend not to be plagued with that -- it's the desktop (8.5x14 max) models which can't be used beyond light papers. On this one, lighter papers run through the lower trays, and heavy paper through the topfeed mechanism. ***I'd still verify the weight as super heavy papers like high-end Red River paper may push the limits a bit more than you think.***
+
A late response as I missed this, but [link|https://mediaserver.goepson.com/ImConvServlet/imconv/7c77763356f8444ea6190abf8c8577bf8f365680/original?assetDescr=EcoTank-ET-8500_Printer-Specification-Sheet_CPD-59931R2-Final.pdf|verify the paper is within the weight limits of the printer mechanisms|new_window=true]. Epson topload mechanisms typically have less pickup ability due to the limitations of being top feed; that said, these wide format units tend not to be plagued with that -- it's the desktop (8.5x14 max) models which can't be used beyond light papers. On this one, lighter papers run through the lower trays, and heavy paper through the topfeed mechanism. ***I'd still verify the weight as super heavy papers like high-end Red River paper may push the limits a bit more than you think.***
If the paper is within spec, check the rollers for dust and wear—this will do it. If it is just dust, clean the rollers with a lightly wet cloth and then dry them off. Once you do that, rerun the paper and see what happens. Roller wear is a bit more complicated to fix.
A late response as I missed this, but [https://mediaserver.goepson.com/ImConvServlet/imconv/7c77763356f8444ea6190abf8c8577bf8f365680/original?assetDescr=EcoTank-ET-8500_Printer-Specification-Sheet_CPD-59931R2-Final.pdf|verify the paper is within the weight limits of the printer mechanism|new_window=true]. Epson topload mechanisms typically have less pickup ability due to the limitations of being top feed; that said, these wide format units tend not to be plagued with that -- it's the desktop (8.5x14 max) models which can't be used beyond light papers. Unless you're running a super heavy Red River paper that needs to be put through the straight-through feeder due to limits on the top load feeder,I doubt it's the weight of the paper, given the abilities of the wide format models.
+
A late response as I missed this, but [link|https://mediaserver.goepson.com/ImConvServlet/imconv/7c77763356f8444ea6190abf8c8577bf8f365680/original?assetDescr=EcoTank-ET-8500_Printer-Specification-Sheet_CPD-59931R2-Final.pdf|verify the paper is within the weight limits of the printer mechanism]. Epson topload mechanisms typically have less pickup ability due to the limitations of being top feed; that said, these wide format units tend not to be plagued with that -- it's the desktop (8.5x14 max) models which can't be used beyond light papers. On this one, lighter papers run through the lower trays, and heavy paper through the topfeed mechanism. ***I'd still verify the weight as super heavy papers like high-end Red River paper may push the limits a bit more than you think.***
-
If the paper is within spec, check the rollers for dust—this will do it. Clean the rollers with a lightly wet cloth and then dry them off. Once you do that, rerun the paper and see what happens.
+
If the paper is within spec, check the rollers for dust and wear—this will do it. If it is just dust, clean the rollers with a lightly wet cloth and then dry them off. Once you do that, rerun the paper and see what happens. Roller wear is a bit more complicated to fix.
A late response as I missed this, but [https://mediaserver.goepson.com/ImConvServlet/imconv/7c77763356f8444ea6190abf8c8577bf8f365680/original?assetDescr=EcoTank-ET-8500_Printer-Specification-Sheet_CPD-59931R2-Final.pdf|verify the paper is within the weight limits of the printer mechanism|new_window=true]. Epson topload mechanisms typically have less pickup ability due to the limitations of being top feed; that said, these wide format units tend not to be plagued with that -- it's the desktop (8.5x14 max) models which can't be used beyond light papers. Unless you're running a super heavy Red River paper that needs to be put through the straight-through feeder due to limits on the top load feeder, I doubt it's the weight of the paper, given the abilities of the wide format models.
If the paper is within spec, check the rollers for dust—this will do it. Clean the rollers with a lightly wet cloth and then dry them off. Once you do that, rerun the paper and see what happens.