VBS over-voltage error (error code: 031008)

Occurrence condition

  • Occurs when an abnormal voltage is applied to the head drive circuit  during printing.

Suspected cause

  • Head FFC oblique insertion and protective solution leakage

  • Print Head failure

  • Printhead drive circuit failure in main board

Related parts
  • Printhead
  • Main Board Assy
Troubleshooting
ProcedureCheck and measureYesNo
1

Visually check for solution leakage.

  • Check the Head FFC to make sure that there is no solution leakage or discoloration.

Go to step 2

Replace the Printhead and Head FFC Assy.

2Visually check for the head FFC connection state.
  • Check the Head FFC to make sure that it is not inserted obliquely or disconnected, and that all connections are proper.
Go to step 3

Properly connect the Head FFC.
(Replace the Head FFC, if damaged.)

3

Replace the Printhead.

  • Does the error occur after replacing the Printhead?
Go to step 4End
4Replace the Main board Assy.
  • Does the error occur after replacing the Main Board Assy?
Contact the EPSON Service Department.End