Printer not zeroing

[InkMon]

My printer has developed the problem of not returning to the start position so that when I turn it on I get an error message, I can fix it by turning it off and sliding the head to the right. It fixes itself on start up.

The printer is an Epson RX530, Any idea's?

 

[InkMon]

The printer has developed another strange fault. When printing if I choose photo paper I get a paper jam notice yet if I chose plain paper it works. The thing is if I choose plain paper and put photo paper in it works also. now what is strang is that if I put plain paper in and choose photo paper I get the message.

Any ideas on this problem as well. maybe the two problems are interelated

 

[Simon R.]

I'd call a tech support

 

[jflan]

I'd call a tech support

Yes, but calling tech support is akin to asking for directions.
Ya just can't do it...
Hmmm.....maybe I could coerce my wife into making the call to Bangalore

 

[InkMon]

Actually I suspect it could be the head position reader, there is a red led that shines on a plasti strip, I had a look at the strip and it could have a faint splash of ink that has stained it. I am presently looking for a parts supplier. I have no problem of getting down and dirty with it. I know that even if i do find a repairer the cost would probably be as much as a new printer. I will see if I can get a manual and start from there. I have other printers,"Don't we all". Anyway I am busy at the moment writing help files for my software. I may even get a Canon I have more information about them than my Epson. And I thought Epsons where bullet proof. The only printer that fits that description is my dear old HP720c and it still spits out a pretty picture.

But if anyone has any idea's about the zeroing problem I would appreciate them.