Solving "general error" on Epson printers

Some lights flash on the printer with this message.


Solution 1:

• Verify that the door is closed.

Solution 2:

• Look inside the printer that there is no sheet of paper or tiny object.

Solution 3: try a reset:

• SSC utility for some printers

Or (Epson Stylus Color series: 740, 760, 880...)

• Power off the printer.
• Remove the power cable during 1 minute and reconnect it on the printer.
• Hold on "Paper" et "Ink" button and "Power" button.
• When "Paper" button flash, release all buttons.
• Press "Ink" button until lights flah several times, then release.
• The printer begin a reset and a printhead cleaning.
• Power off and on.

Or (Epson R300...)

• Press and hold 'stop' 'maintenance' and 'power' buttons for about 10 seconds. A message will appear on the screen. 
• power off and back on for reset