Epson ET-8550 Maintenance !!! Easy Way To Remove Ink From Print head And Maintenance !!!
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- Maintenace video of the Epson ET 8550 Eco Tank printer. The video goes over cleaning the print heads and how to remove any ink or ink residue that may be trapped in or around the print head. The maintenance can be done yourself without sending it to an authorized service center.
Feel free to leave any questions you have below.
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Sweeeeeeet. You're basically the pioneer for this printer on dtf. I appreciate it dude
Yeah I am haha. And no problem, glad I could help.
Q who for real bro. I’m trying to have the same set up like Hangry.
Haha you got it bud!
After you do your maintenance, try running 1 head clean or printing a purge sheet. This should get ink flowing to the head; so your initial print doesn't fade, at the top. I'll be following your DTF Journey.
Been avoiding the printhead clean function til my maintenance boxes ariive but I will. Thanks for the advice 🙏 and awesome, glad to have you 😀
How do you print a purge sheet?
@@gigglesandcurlz you can create a rectangle containing CMYK and white or whichever singular color you want to purge, in your design software. Then, import that image into the RIP software and run it as a print. This should force ink through those channels, by printing those colors
Well done, very helpful. Not many people are explaining how to flush the ink from this printer.
So I have one of my white inks clogged for some days now, its printing well but that ink wont move, what should I do once I empty the tank like you showed?
Where do I get that cone for a syringe ?
Thank you! I hated the ink I was using for sublimation I removed it and refilled with different ink and it works perfect now
Awesome, glad I could help 😀
@@HangryMuscle do you have a video on how to replace the ink pad?
Mind if I ask what ink you hated and which one you use now?
What sublimation were you using that you didnt like?
I'd also like to know the problem ink and the ink you replaced it with....Please
What supplies should I buy from dtgpro for cleaning? Can you also share the links please? Thank you
The main reason this printer doesn’t really clog is because the dampers have are basically a big hole like .75 inches tall by like .30-.50 inches wide. Basically the same as the XP-15000 but without the sponges.
Btw you can run the ink tanks outside, it takes a little bit of time to take the printer apart but after you can run the tanks outside with tubing extensions and then you can shake them easier.
Cool, I didn't know. You should tell the people on facebook, they still don't believe it doesn't clog easy haha.
I'll look into that, right now I have the printer on a foldable table that rocks, its seems to be working for shaking the inks.
Please do show how to @raiwil entertain you
@@HangryMuscle what type of dampers are those?
Thanks , do you have to mix the inks before you print ? Say if you use the machine once a week etc ?
How often do you perform maintenance on your 85550? After every print? Once a week? Every month? Thank you
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Hey mate great video! How do you feed the film with no tape without it jamming?
Hey, where do we get this little cone you using to suck ink out?
This is so very helpful, if it’s not working for me, may I reach out to you? Also I see a note book there, how far does it go in?
Sure I offer tech support, visit my website to sign up.
hangrymuscle.com/products/dtf-technical-support-for-epson-et-8550-xp-15000-acrorip
I do not use the notebook any more, I've upgraded my setup. th-cam.com/video/AexGP9yctaE/w-d-xo.html
So i bought this printer for making T-shirts. But didn’t realize there were different methods for printing and needed certain inks for each one. First I thought printable vinyl is what I had to use. Then last week I learn about sublimation. And tonight I’m learning about the dtf method. Which apparently works on all fabrics?? Unfortunately when I did my startup on my on my printer I filled it with the dye ink it came with. Do you think using the syringe like that would be effective enough to clean out the original ink so I can fill the tanks up with dtf ink? What would you recommend?
Hi I recommend DTF if you plan to make t-shirts. Yes you can drain the old ink from the tanks and then if needed run some solution through to clean them.
@@HangryMuscle big bet. I heard you can use dtf ink on sublimation. That true? If so the quality in color still good?
No idea, I'm not familiar with Sublimation. Just DTF
@livingfantasy2983 I'm pretty sure u know by now that u can not use dtf inks for sublimation
I currently have this printes being use as sublimation. Can I drain the ink the same way and replace it with the DTF ink. Also, where did you get the bottles with the ink?
Great videos as usual... I just converted my Et8550 however, I'm getting broken lines on all colours when i do my nossle check, even after several head clean and a power clean... my prints still look good though.. any idea?
Did you figure out why cause I’m having the same problem
Thanks for the video! I have ET 8550 doing DTF, Is it normal to have to run a printhead cleaning every day before you print anything? if not, is it the ink I'm using? is there any thing I need to do daily at the end of the day?
My ink has dried up I have the same inkjet printer so no cartridges do you have any tips for me so I can get it working again?
Awesome! I’d like to see end of the day Maintenace video. Like what you do at the end of the day of printing. Do you use cleaning solution? Do u just shutdown till tomorrow? Just bought 8550
If i remember I'll turn the printer off. th-cam.com/video/pZJ42lgifvY/w-d-xo.html
where did you get the little piece you are attaching to the syringe to drain the ink?
Since you drained the ink from the dampers don’t you need to put ink back in them?
I did what was on the video and now have no ink printing. Ideas?
How often do you have to do this. Does the ink dry up fast in the printer do you have to use it everyday
interested in the answer to this as well
Never, unless the tanks need to be drained for some reason and I don't use the tanks anymore I use a ciss instead.
What type of films your using il bought many dtf films i have to insert a blank paper everytime other wise a single print line in the middle il will have 😅
Which software do you recommend with this printer? I’m getting ready to purchase one of them and would like to know which is the easiest for first time users
Ekprint is the simplest to use, Acrorip is what I currently you use it has a couple more options but it does not print transparent design very well. Cadlink digital factory 10 if you want a more professional software, has the most options and can print transparent images.
I would go Ekprint or Acrorip.
i have an issue with my epson where it came in defective. i need to return it but i already put sub ink in it so i need to drain it bc i can't afford for them to say they won't refund me due to the ink inside of it even though it was defective upon unboxing and has nothing to do with the ink. so ty for this video. i want the area to be completeley clean though so once i get out the ink is there something i can do to really make sure its allllll out and like new? TIA!
Do you mind telling us what supplies (ink, film, anything else) you purchase? I'm trying to get into this but want to make sure I do it right.
Sure you just need Ink, Film, and powder.
DTF Ink:
dtgpro.com/cicproduct/dtf-pro-eps-ink-1l.php?afl=3277
DTF film & Powder:
dtgpro.com/ciccategory/dtf-film-powder.php?afl=3277
@@HangryMuscle thank you!
Hangry I’m looking on the website. What does Quantum DTF mean on the ink ?
@@kevinvernier5605 its Dtgpro's premium ink line. Supposed to be better colors vibrancy and less clogging issues.
Have you ever had an issue with the white ink not going in the printer from the bottle? I put ink in the other color but the white ink won't go in. It just drips when I take the bottle out.
hey there, sorry I have one more question, if my pc is still running on windows 10 can I get Cadlink digital factory 10 instead of 11? its way cheaper so was hoping that would be an option.
I have this printer and currently use it for sublimation. Is it possible to convert to dtf or should I buy a whole new printer?
Yes, you could drain and clean the tanks out. Then put the DTF ink in.
Thank you
@@HangryMuscle how do we clean the tanks out ?
@@jasminehernandez5263 rinse them out
@@HangryMuscle How do you do that?
After removing the ink, why do you throw it away and not reuse it? Just asking because I seriously don’t know.
No specific reason. This was video was just to demonstrate how to pull the ink. You could reuse the ink.
Hey brother when I drain my black ink can I change it to white ?
Sure can
I watched your setup video and got everything done without issue.... (yay me?!)
Now, I've loaded the ink tank with my DTF printer (which was brand new, ink was brand new as well) and when I performed a print nozzle check, it "printed" but there was no ink on the paper.
Would a new printer need a print head clean? I've been doing sub for years with cartridges and know they sometimes need to be primed... is there any situations like this with ET printers and DTF ink? Or are you as stumped as me?
Did you put ink in after the initialization?
@@HangryMuscle yes.
That's why. During the initialization the printer pulls ink into the print head. You need to run a power clean.
@@HangryMuscle ah, gotcha. Will do that, then. Thank you for your help and videos!
hangry muscle, the white ink that you take out, you dont save that ink? is it bad once you take it out the cartridge?
Yes the ink can be reused once removed.
Is this the same thing I would do if my black was clogged?
Hello Sir , I got the same printer but i filled my pb and gy with their original color inks and now i want to remove the colors and switch them to white , the only question i have is will the process you shown in your video clean it up or have some issues like leftover residue and if so how can i get rid of them, will be waiting for your reply eagerly
Hi, yes it can, might have to use some cleaning solution as well
I was following the steps suggested and after clean up, my print head gets stuck on the left side and makes a screenching sound when I power it on. Error shown is 000031. Any idea how I can resolve this?
Hangry, What is the best way to shake the ink so White does not seperate?
Watch this video, it will show you
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@@HangryMuscle WHY DO I GET A BLACK SMUR LINE ON MY PRINT ACROSS MY FILM DO I NEED TO CHECK MY DAMBERS BRO
Question if I added regular ink in my printer can I clean it out to add the dtf ink?
Yes you can.
@@HangryMuscle great btw how’s yours holding up did you figure out a way to keep the white stirred ciss system or you still shaking the printer to keep the white from settling
It was never an issue. th-cam.com/video/dgpQITIRXYk/w-d-xo.html
Hi bro do u have any clear video how i can convert the ET-8550 to film thank you
You just need to remove the rollers. th-cam.com/video/fsQELjwt7eo/w-d-xo.html
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Where did you find the tubing and the cone.
Bro, which rip software are you using?
Acrorip 10.5
Where to buy it:
dtgpro.com/cicproduct/acrorip10-5.php?afl=3277
Discount code: Hangry
How to set it up:
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Hey, Budd, my 8550 printer does print colors like when I first bought it. Yellow doesn't print, period. How can I restore it? Will this cleaning help out?
Blue prints baby blue.
Black prints purple.
Yellow prints blank
Magenta prints okay.
green prints a different hue.
Hi, look into dtf maintenance, you most likely have clogs.
What syringe did you buy?
So I been having problems with the cyan I drained last night and refilled and it still won’t print the blue what should I do please help me
My white still won’t print do you have any other ideas?
So I've just converted my 8550 fresh out the box and my cyan leaked through the bottom thought maybe the bottom wasn't installed right but after using the printer learning process I needed to refill it again and sure enough it leaked again... I'm still going through the trial and errors learning but now when I run a nozzle check the white seems to have some cyan... can you please help me on what I can do to get it right.. I spent lots of money on this investment between the printer program and accessories for it to go to waste... 😢
Oops I meant the ink bottle wasn't installed right 😮
Thank you in advance for your help...
accidentally put regular ink in the et-8550 which i had converted to sublimation. what do i do now? drain with syringe, flush with alcohol and replace ink with sublimation ink?
Will this work if I accidentally put the black ink in the gray cartridge?
Yes, you'll need to clear it and clean it to get all the black ink out.
Have you ever had any problem with the white ink not printing after attaching the CISS to the 8550?
No I do not, if the channels were clogged prior or the ciss is not connected properly, you'll have issues.
How many days can I do this?
In doing this my print head went all the way left and locked there. How do i release the print head from a locked position on the left side of the printer.
Make sure nothing is in it's way preventing it from returning
I have drained all the ink, put all new ink in and done a print head cleaning check in my lines are still not coming out, right? What could be happening?
How did you add the sis system
Can you please let me know if this uses xp600 print head
Not dtf related but i have the same printer and use hiipoo ink. My printer keeps smudging on the return pass and printing a blue shadow of images. How do i fix that. I did all the recommended print head cleaning tests on the printer and it still does it
Try turning off Bidirectional printing in the printer settings....worked for me
How often u do maintenance on print head
This was the first time I've done it and its been over a month since I've been printing with.
Where u get the syringe and the green tip??
Hey.
How often do I need to do thks maintenance. Is it essential and Does it prompt me to do so on the printer?
Also, how often should I print something to keep thing in a good way?
Its my first photo printer.
Thanksss
Is there any way to adjust the platen gap or move the head higher? My printer head keeps striking and smearing.
If its the ET-8550, goto printer settings and set to paper type to thick paper, this will stop smearing.
I have to send my printer back but once I take the ink out can it be used again or no
Yes
Can you show me examples of how your white ink works on prints? Their designated slots are grey and photoblack, but how does adding white in place help or work?
Not sure what you mean, I have videos of my prints on tiktok. www.tiktok.com/@hangrymuscle?_t=8etSFJhsQYd&_r=1
You have to download a rip software which basically tells the printer what to do. So it will tell the printer to print white from those tanks and put it behind the image
Thanks for responding 🙌
where can I buy those cartridges? min is broken where the tube comes in
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Sup Hangry! I have a question about if the CADLink Rip works better for Epson ET 8550. I thought I heard you mentioned about that in one of your videos.
What up Calvin! Yes i did, cadlink has less bugs.
@@HangryMuscle Thank you, Sir! Also, you changed to Ciss system was it because the original Cyan and black ink tanks don’t work anymore? Or that’s not the case….
Its less work to shake with the ciss
@@HangryMuscle I was thinking of getting AXV Vibration Plate Exercise Machine Whole Body Workout. Place the printer on it and have shake 24-7. Lol What do you think?
Probably going to make the prints unstable
Both of my whites have clogged ink in the tanks, how can I get it out so I can get white again? Thanks
Drain the ink and put cleaning solution in the tank.
I had to leave town ASAP. My daughter had emergency open heart surgery, and my printer was turned off, and my ink dried up. Does anyone know how to use the printed cleaning solution for an 8550 inkjet printer without the Cartridges? I can not find any help with this situation. 😢
No one at all? 😮
Why are you removing the ink anyway? Does it go bad after a certain amount of time? I want to convert so trying to figure everything out first.
Just to show how to get the ink out. It wasn't necessary. Yes the ink will go bad after a certain time. Exactly how long I'm not sure. I get my inks from Dtfsuperstore and had no issues.
Cool, its an easy conversion 💪🏾
@@HangryMuscle just seen your most recent video? Where did you purchase your ciss system from ? I want to go ahead and purchase so when you put up the tutorial I’ll have it ready:)
@@melissadaniels1848 its for the Xp-15000 I just adjusted the colors. I'm still testing the CISS. So far I prefer the original carts. m.aliexpress.com/item/1005001455813578.html?spm=a2g0n.orderlist-amp.item.1005001455813578&aff_trace_key=&aff_platform=msite&m_page_id=3540amp-aXuAG4A5FibP_5C4oEMhFw1638634562604&browser_id=&is_c=
@@HangryMuscle oh ok I didn’t even realize the printer was a different one! Well thank you so much for your help. I can’t wait to get my supplies in to start it up. I already have the printer. So I got lucky and found one .
Thank you appreciate for this video ❤❤
Where did u get the tube u is using
Home depot, you can find better ones ar fish supply stores or amazon.
What can I do if it will only print yellow now? I've already done a power and head clean :/.
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My 8550 will not print just a white picture but it will put white on the colored pictures. What should I do?
Check for clogs
if you put solution, how do you know you've pulled it all out?
You can see it
why can't I get any ink out of my MAGETA it is full, but will not print.
Is there a reason that you use a book while printing?
It was to keep the prints leveled stop from drooping down while printing. You need an exit tray for dtf.
@@HangryMuscle thank you for your response
Once removing the ink and adding new ink, what has to be done to ensure the ink is drawn back into the head?
Using the Power clean function will pull ink into the head.
Do u know of a site I can purchase parts for this printer
Gedat-spareparts.com & unicompparts.com
I did all this and white still won't print at all. What else can I do. I have never gotten the ET 8550 to ever work
Sign up for a tech support session. I'll get you going. www.hangrymuscle.com/products/dtf-technical-support-for-epson-et-8550-xp-15000-acrorip-50-hour
I am trying to remove my rollers and I am having no luck.
Hi! Both of my white lines are clogged. I tried pulling ink with a syringe but was having a lot of resistance..not able to flush from the tube and each white tank is still full. How can I get the white ink out of the tanks and attempt to flush the lines?
Update... after much pulling with the syringe, ink finally flowed thru the lines💪🏾💪🏾
There's a much easier way to force ink out of the tanks and into the print head.
Nice way to go! Probably time to clean the tanks.
@@HangryMuscle so what is the easier way???
@@HangryMuscle so what is the easier way???
Help please. I've been using mine for a month and keeping up on it but now it's smearing my prints. Have done the cleansing several times and am at a loss :(
Hi sure I can help with this. www.hangrymuscle.com/products/dtf-technical-support-for-epson-et-8550-xp-15000-acrorip-50-hour
Where can I buy print head for this printer ?
Aliexpress/ gedat-spareparts
How did you unlock the print head?
Unplug the printer when the printhead is in motion
hello, do you know why I am getting yellow color instead of white?
If you're using the PhotoBlack Channel for white, its that channel causing. You can use the Black channel for white or clean the Photo Channel.
@@HangryMuscle Hello I changed the white Ink to the Black Channel and put the Black in the photo black. I am getting Black instead of White. I don't know what to do. What do you think I need to do?
@@luisaluisa7578 what did u end up doing ? I’m getting black instead of white on the back of design ?
@@kevinvernier5605 Hello Kevin. I added white ink to the black channel and the black ink in the Photo black channel. and the last channel (grey) with white ink
thank you sooooooooo much!!
Do you not use dtf ink? CmykWW?
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So how is this machine still doing for dtf
It was going well until I got cleaning solution into the printhead while I let it wetcap. The printer won't turn on, Epson sent me a replacement.
i'm getting blank pages after this can you help with this?
The same think is happening to me. It started 2 days ago and giving a code 031002
Same but with no errors. Please advise
Hi, I would need to troubleshoot your issue to assist you, you can sign up for a DTF coaching session on my website.
*Please keep in mind most issues for new printers take about 30-40 minutes to troubleshoot and resolve
www.hangrymuscle.com/products/dtf-technical-support-for-epson-et-8550-xp-15000-acrorip-50-hour
Really great content 👏
thanks my dude
I. This video you only removed the white ?
Ignore my question lol
I just refilled mine :( lol
how do you remove the ink tank?
You have to remove the front, top and side panels.
Why would you just save the ink to reuse it?
You could
So no cleaning supplies were needed for this just drain and refill
None besides the syringe and the tube. I'm going to try using cleaning solution in the tank next time to get out any ink residue that may be building up in there.
Tracy turner what kind of printer u have
@@imnared4784 I have xp 150000 that I do not recommend there Aweful
@@HangryMusclewhere can I get the syringe & tube from?
The printhead is not sucking in the ink not printing anything on paper how do you get rid of air bubbles in cartridges
How do you clean the rollers
I usually take cleaning solution on a microfiber towel or foam sponge and wipe them down.
In the maintenance settings, there's a paper guide clean, use that too.
How do you do the nozzle check on the et-8550
Look for it In the maintenance menu on the printer