Epson Printer in an Error state

What does an Epson printer in error state mean?

Epson is the most trusted printer’s manufacturer in the market which offers various advance and new technologies by which its users can effectively manage their printing, scanning and copying tasks easily. However, it’s a machine and may face several lags during operations.  One of the common types of error is an “error state”. During the error state, whenever you’ll try to perform your tasks then an error message will get pop-up on the printer’s display panel. This may hinder your daily productivity and make your tasks slow. So, it is very necessary to fix this error and for this first we need to understand its basic causes.

Causes of why Epson printer in an error state

1. Hardware issues are also a major reason behind it.
2. There might be a certain possibility that your printer is not connected properly to the host device.
3. Use of a false or wrong ink cartridge.
4. The power supply is not with respect to the set requirements.
5. Present of outdated or corrupted drivers and software updates.

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Some effective ways for troubleshooting the error state

Fix 1 – Use of windows troubleshooter

1. For this, first you need to search for the ‘’printers’’ and then hit the ‘’enter’ key.
2. Now from listed options, you need to click and select the’’ Devices and printers’’ option.
3. A window showing a list of all the devices connected to your system will open up.
4. Right-click on your Epson printer.
5. A dropdown menu will appear. Click on the option of “Troubleshoot”.
6. After that wait until the tool will fix the persisting problem.
7. Open the ‘’Start’’ menu on your windows system.
8. Now, click on ‘’settings’’
9. Open the ‘’devices’’ section.
10. Next, click on ‘’printers and scanners’’.
11. Then you need to search your printer. Note: If in case you’re unable to find your device then you need to add the device first.
12. Once done, windows will guide you step-by-step to install it.

You will not be able to see your Epson device on the list of printers and scanners when it has not been connected to your windows system. So, remember and make sure that the printer is turned ON and connected properly to the host device.

Fix 2 –Ensure ink cartridges are original

In this case it is told that the Epson error state can very well be a result of not using the correct ink cartridges. So, ensure that the ink cartridges are not only original but also the ones recommended in the Epson printer manual. Not using the original ones will put your device in an error state and may cause further damage over time.

Fix 3- Check and remove print head blockage

1. Turn off your Epson printer. 
2. Open the printer cover to access the print head.
3. Slide the print head towards the left. 
4. Turn on your printer to print a test page and observe the colors that seem to be affected.
5. After that go to the control panel and hit the “Tools” options.
6. Select the option of ‘’ Print quality’’.
7. You will receive errors via prompt. You need to fix them and hit the OK button for proceeding next.
8. Then you need to open the ‘’Menu’’ tab and then click and select the ‘’Settings’’ option.
9. Once done, now hit the ‘’OK’ button.
10. Now from the listed options, you need to click and choose the ‘’Clean print head ‘’ option and then hit the OK button to confirm.
11. The cleaning process will take some time. After that, you can use your device normally.

Fix 4- Check connections

1. Hardware should not have loose connections and cable connecting printer computers must not be loose.
2. Power cable must be connected to the Epson device.
3. When no wire is loose, it will be helpful to remove each wire and clean the dust.
4. For a wireless printer, the router and other wireless connections should be proper.

At last you have updated your Epson printer driver.

Epson printer in an error state on windows 7, 8 and 10.

• Network connectivity issue: Maybe there is a problem with the wireless network.
• There might be some possibility that your printer is not receiving the appropriate power supply. The printer is an electronic device which is designed on specific parameters and “power. supply” is one of the important ones.
• Installation problems on the printer software.
• Corrupted printer driver.

Technical support for Epson printer in error state

If you have tried all the steps and still the printer is in error state, the issue persists then contact the Epson Support Assistant . A highly qualified Epson printer tech support team is available round the clock to help. You can quickly reach Epson support number experts who will help you in every possible way.