{"product_id":"no-return-not-converted-epson-et-8550-printhead","title":"NO RETURN – Original NOT Converted Epson ET-8550 ET8550 Printhead","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1msyeqw\" data-start=\"237\" data-end=\"265\"\u003eImportant Purchase Policy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"267\" data-end=\"365\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"267\" data-end=\"307\"\u003eNO RETURNS ALLOWED for this product.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"307\" data-end=\"310\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"310\" data-end=\"338\"\u003eNO WARRANTY is provided.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"338\" data-end=\"341\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"341\" data-end=\"365\"\u003eAll sales are final.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"367\" data-end=\"620\"\u003ePlease read the entire product description before placing your order. This is a specialty printhead intended for experienced users who understand printer repair, DTF ink systems, printhead installation, and the risks involved with replacing a printhead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"622\" data-end=\"707\"\u003eBy purchasing this product, you confirm that you understand and accept the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"740\"\u003eThis product is sold \u003cstrong data-start=\"730\" data-end=\"739\"\u003eas-is\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"742\" data-end=\"794\"\u003eNo return, refund, exchange, or warranty is offered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"1031\"\u003eWe are not responsible for damage caused by improper installation, clogged ink systems, bad cables, mainboard problems, blown fuses, driver IC failure, incorrect priming, bad ink, poor maintenance, or printer-related electrical issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1033\" data-end=\"1151\"\u003eIf your order violates the terms of this listing, we reserve the right to cancel the order and block future purchases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1c6k0m9\" data-start=\"1816\" data-end=\"1852\"\u003eNo Phone Support for This Product\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1854\" data-end=\"2050\"\u003eWe do not offer phone calls to discuss this product before purchase. This item is intended for customers who are confident in their diagnosis, installation ability, and compatibility requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2052\" data-end=\"2140\"\u003ePlease purchase only if you are sure this is the correct printhead for your application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1rcmot3\" data-start=\"2142\" data-end=\"2165\"\u003eAbout This Printhead\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2167\" data-end=\"2231\"\u003eThis listing is for a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2189\" data-end=\"2230\"\u003eNOT-converted Epson ET-8550 printhead\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2233\" data-end=\"2373\"\u003eThis printhead has \u003cstrong data-start=\"2252\" data-end=\"2259\"\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e been nipple-converted. It is being sold as an ET-8550 printhead for customers who need the non-converted version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2375\" data-end=\"2609\"\u003eBecause printhead installation depends heavily on the condition of the printer, ink system, cables, and mainboard, proper diagnosis is required before installation. A new printhead will not fix an underlying printer problem by itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"n9olkt\" data-start=\"2611\" data-end=\"2645\"\u003eBefore Installing the Printhead\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2647\" data-end=\"2873\"\u003eIf your printer previously burned a printhead, do \u003cstrong data-start=\"2697\" data-end=\"2704\"\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e simply install this new printhead and expect the problem to be solved. If the underlying issue is still present, the printer may burn the replacement printhead as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2875\" data-end=\"2916\"\u003eBefore installation, check the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2918\" data-end=\"3134\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"kravrj\" data-start=\"2918\" data-end=\"2944\"\u003eMainboard fuse condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"pc9z8r\" data-start=\"2945\" data-end=\"2972\"\u003ePrinthead cable condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1gnjz99\" data-start=\"2973\" data-end=\"2999\"\u003eDriver IC chip condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ir6f1u\" data-start=\"3000\" data-end=\"3022\"\u003eInk system condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1pppl04\" data-start=\"3023\" data-end=\"3032\"\u003eDampers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"177n2m5\" data-start=\"3033\" data-end=\"3040\"\u003eTubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1525y1z\" data-start=\"3041\" data-end=\"3052\"\u003eInk tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xt5cvk\" data-start=\"3053\" data-end=\"3070\"\u003eCapping station\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ugj3zm\" data-start=\"3071\" data-end=\"3083\"\u003eWaste line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ntqm42\" data-start=\"3084\" data-end=\"3099\"\u003ePump function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1i86jre\" data-start=\"3100\" data-end=\"3134\"\u003eCable orientation and connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3136\" data-end=\"3215\"\u003eA burned printhead is often a symptom of another problem, not the only problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1mb8z7g\" data-start=\"3217\" data-end=\"3239\"\u003ePriming Requirement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3241\" data-end=\"3326\"\u003eAll printheads are filled with shipping fluid and must be properly primed before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3328\" data-end=\"3394\"\u003eYou may use an ink charge or perform a “park and prime” procedure:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"3396\" data-end=\"3675\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1tp4vtj\" data-start=\"3396\" data-end=\"3419\"\u003eTurn the printer on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1yuzu8p\" data-start=\"3420\" data-end=\"3484\"\u003eAllow the printhead to park naturally on the capping station.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3rzg10\" data-start=\"3485\" data-end=\"3524\"\u003eConnect a syringe to the waste tube.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1n2w77b\" data-start=\"3525\" data-end=\"3567\"\u003eSlowly draw ink through the waste line.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1uqejvx\" data-start=\"3568\" data-end=\"3618\"\u003eOnce ink flows steadily into the syringe, stop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"67i60u\" data-start=\"3619\" data-end=\"3675\"\u003eRun the printer’s built-in regular cleaning function.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3677\" data-end=\"3782\"\u003eDo not run repeated strong cleanings back-to-back. Give the printer time to rest between cleaning cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"zfb8li\" data-start=\"3784\" data-end=\"3820\"\u003eBlank Printing After Installation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3822\" data-end=\"3961\"\u003eIf ink comes out of the waste tube during cleaning, but the printer still prints completely blank, the printhead is likely \u003cstrong data-start=\"3945\" data-end=\"3960\"\u003enot clogged\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3963\" data-end=\"4021\"\u003eIn that case, check the printer’s electronics, especially:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4023\" data-end=\"4109\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"d9emcc\" data-start=\"4023\" data-end=\"4039\"\u003eMainboard fuse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"q6avla\" data-start=\"4040\" data-end=\"4056\"\u003eDriver IC chip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fzaxrs\" data-start=\"4057\" data-end=\"4074\"\u003ePrinthead cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ux92le\" data-start=\"4075\" data-end=\"4090\"\u003eCable seating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"itzvhu\" data-start=\"4091\" data-end=\"4109\"\u003eMainboard damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4111\" data-end=\"4216\"\u003eA blank print after successful ink flow can indicate an electrical or signal issue, not a printhead clog.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"4i78j9\" data-start=\"4218\" data-end=\"4261\"\u003eClean the Ink System Before Installation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4263\" data-end=\"4408\"\u003eIf your previous printhead was inactive for a period of time, especially in a DTF printer using white ink, the ink system may already be clogged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4410\" data-end=\"4475\"\u003eBefore installing the new printhead, thoroughly clean or replace:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4477\" data-end=\"4577\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1525y1z\" data-start=\"4477\" data-end=\"4488\"\u003eInk tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"151wfht\" data-start=\"4489\" data-end=\"4500\"\u003eInk tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1pppl04\" data-start=\"4501\" data-end=\"4510\"\u003eDampers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xt5cvk\" data-start=\"4511\" data-end=\"4528\"\u003eCapping station\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ugj3zm\" data-start=\"4529\" data-end=\"4541\"\u003eWaste line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11omzmm\" data-start=\"4542\" data-end=\"4553\"\u003ePump line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"w1cq5z\" data-start=\"4554\" data-end=\"4577\"\u003eAny white ink pathway\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4579\" data-end=\"4751\"\u003eWhite ink can separate, settle, thicken, and form gel-like clumps inside the tubes and dampers. 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