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*Damaged Box* Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8500 A4 Colour All-in-One Ink Tank Printer [C11CJ20501]
DAMAGED OUTER BOX – BRAND NEW PRINTER
- ✔ Brand new and unused Epson EcoTank ET-8500
- ✔ Damage is limited to the outer retail carton
- ✔ Printer has been checked for visible physical damage
- ✔ Original accessories and initial Epson ink bottles included unless otherwise stated
- ✔ Full new-product Epson warranty applies
- ✔ Excellent opportunity to save on a premium 6-colour photo printer
The Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8500 (C11CJ20501) is a premium A4 wireless photo printer designed for photographers, creative professionals and home users seeking exceptional photo quality with the ultra-low running costs of Epson's cartridge-free EcoTank system.
This unit is offered as a Damaged Box Special. The outer retail carton may show dents, tears, crushing, scratches, labels or other storage and transport damage. The printer itself is brand new, unused and supplied with its original accessories unless specifically stated otherwise.
Featuring an advanced six-colour Epson Claria ET Premium ink system with Pigment Black, Photo Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow and Grey inks, the ET-8500 produces vibrant colour photographs, smooth tonal gradations, detailed monochrome images and sharp everyday documents.
Key Features
- ✔ Premium A4 EcoTank photo multifunction printer
- ✔ Print, Copy and Scan
- ✔ Six-colour refillable ink tank system
- ✔ Pigment Black plus Photo Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow and Grey
- ✔ Print resolution up to 5760 × 1440 optimised dpi
- ✔ Up to 16 ISO ppm Black and 12 ISO ppm Colour
- ✔ Approx. 15-second 4 × 6-inch borderless photo printing
- ✔ Automatic duplex double-sided printing
- ✔ Borderless photo printing up to A4
- ✔ Dedicated photo paper cassette
- ✔ Rear specialty-media feed
- ✔ Straight paper path for media up to approximately 1.3mm thick
- ✔ Panoramic printing up to approximately 2 metres
- ✔ CD and DVD surface printing
- ✔ 4.3-inch colour touchscreen
- ✔ Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, Ethernet and USB connectivity
- ✔ Apple AirPrint and Epson Smart Panel support
- ✔ Built-in SD memory card slot
Ideal For
- Photography enthusiasts
- Professional and semi-professional photographers
- Graphic designers and artists
- Creative studios
- Scrapbooking and craft projects
- Family photo printing
- Fine-art and monochrome photo output
- Home offices requiring premium colour printing
- CD and DVD label printing
Damaged Box Condition Report
| Printer Condition | Brand New and Unused |
| Outer Packaging | Damaged, Dented, Torn, Crushed or Marked |
| Operational Condition | New Product |
| Cosmetic Condition | Printer itself is in new condition unless specifically disclosed |
| Accessories | Original accessories included unless otherwise stated |
| Ink | Original Initial Epson T552 Ink Bottles Included |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Epson Australia New-Product Warranty |
Please note: Photographs of the damaged carton may be representative. The location and severity of carton damage may vary between individual units. Damage to packaging does not affect the normal operation of the printer.
Product Specifications
| Manufacturer | Epson |
| Model | EcoTank Photo ET-8500 |
| Part Number | C11CJ20501 |
| Product Type | A4 Colour Photo Ink Tank Multifunction Printer |
| Functions | Print, Copy and Scan |
| Maximum Paper Size | A4 |
| Print Technology | On-Demand Piezoelectric Inkjet |
| Ink System | 6-Colour Epson EcoTank |
| Ink Colours | Pigment Black, Photo Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow and Grey |
| Print Resolution | Up to 5760 × 1440 Optimised dpi |
| Black Print Speed | Up to 16 ISO ppm |
| Colour Print Speed | Up to 12 ISO ppm |
| 4 × 6 Photo Speed | Approximately 15 Seconds in Draft Mode |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | Yes |
| Borderless Printing | Yes, Up to A4 |
| Scanner Type | A4 Colour Flatbed Scanner |
| Scan Resolution | Up to 1200 × 4800 dpi |
| Paper Capacity | Up to 100 Sheets Plain Paper |
| Photo Paper Capacity | Up to 20 Sheets Premium Glossy Photo Paper |
| Rear Feed Capacity | Up to 50 Sheets Depending on Media |
| Specialty Media Thickness | Up to Approximately 1.3mm via Rear Straight Path |
| Panoramic Printing | Up to Approximately 2 Metres |
| Display | 4.3-Inch Colour Touchscreen |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, Ethernet and USB 2.0 |
| Mobile Printing | Apple AirPrint, Epson Smart Panel and Epson Connect |
| Memory Card Slot | SD / SDHC / SDXC Compatible |
| CD/DVD Printing | Yes, Using Dedicated Disc Tray |
| Dimensions | 403 × 369 × 162mm (W × D × H) |
| Weight | Approximately 8.4kg |
| Condition | Brand New – Damaged Outer Box |
Print speeds and ink yields are manufacturer-rated values. Actual results vary depending on image content, print settings, paper type, software, connectivity and operating conditions.
Six-Colour Photo Ink System
The ET-8500 uses six individually refillable ink tanks rather than traditional cartridges. The combination of Photo Black and Grey ink improves tonal detail, contrast and neutral reproduction in black-and-white photography, while Cyan, Magenta and Yellow provide vivid, accurate colour output.
A separate Pigment Black ink is used for sharp everyday text, allowing the ET-8500 to handle both premium photo printing and general home-office documents.
Ultra-Low-Cost Photo Printing
The high-capacity EcoTank ink system significantly reduces the cost of printing photographs compared with cartridge-based photo printers. The original initial ink bottles provide thousands of pages of document printing, while the refillable tanks make ongoing ink replacement simple and economical.
Flexible Media Handling
The ET-8500 includes multiple paper paths for different media types:
- Front cassette for standard A4 paper
- Dedicated front cassette for smaller photo media
- Rear feed for specialty paper and photo media
- Straight rear path for thicker media up to approximately 1.3mm
- Dedicated tray for printable CDs and DVDs
This flexibility makes the printer suitable for photo paper, cardstock, greeting cards, fine-art media, labels, envelopes and creative projects.
Wireless and Mobile Printing
Built-in Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct and Ethernet allow the printer to be shared across home or studio networks. Compatible smartphones and tablets can print through Apple AirPrint, Epson Smart Panel and supported Epson Connect services.
The large 4.3-inch colour touchscreen also allows convenient photo selection, printer maintenance and everyday operation without relying entirely on a computer.
Package Contents
- 1 × Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8500 Printer
- 1 × Epson T552 Black Initial Ink Bottle
- 1 × Epson T552 Photo Black Initial Ink Bottle
- 1 × Epson T552 Cyan Initial Ink Bottle
- 1 × Epson T552 Magenta Initial Ink Bottle
- 1 × Epson T552 Yellow Initial Ink Bottle
- 1 × Epson T552 Grey Initial Ink Bottle
- CD/DVD Printing Tray
- Power Cable
- Setup and Safety Documentation
USB printer cable is not included unless specifically stated elsewhere in the offer.

Important Damaged Box Notice
- This product is brand new and unused.
- The outer Epson retail carton has sustained cosmetic or structural damage.
- Packaging may be dented, torn, crushed, taped, marked or missing small sections.
- The printer and included accessories remain covered by the applicable new-product warranty.
- The damaged carton itself is not covered by warranty or considered a product fault.
- Please purchase only if retail-box condition is not important to you.
- Your rights under the Australian Consumer Law are not excluded.
Warranty
The Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8500 includes Epson Australia's standard 12-month Return-to-Base manufacturer warranty.
Eligible new units may qualify for an additional 12-month Return-to-Base warranty after online product registration within Epson's specified registration period. Registration requirements and promotional warranty terms are controlled by Epson and may change.
Why Buy This Damaged Box Unit?
- ✔ Brand new and unused printer
- ✔ Premium six-colour EcoTank photo system
- ✔ Significant saving compared with normal retail stock
- ✔ Original Epson initial ink bottles included
- ✔ Automatic duplex printing
- ✔ Flexible specialty-media handling
- ✔ Epson Australia manufacturer warranty
- ✔ Australian stock and local support

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What does Damaged Box mean?
It means the outer Epson retail carton has been damaged during transport, storage or warehouse handling. The printer itself is brand new and unused.
Is the printer refurbished or previously used?
No. This is not a refurbished or second-hand printer. It is a new unit sold at a reduced price because of damage to the outer packaging.
Does it include the original ink bottles?
Yes. It includes the original Epson T552 initial ink bottles in Black, Photo Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow and Grey unless otherwise stated.
Does the printer scan and copy?
Yes. The ET-8500 provides A4 printing, flatbed scanning and copying.
Does it support automatic duplex printing?
Yes. Automatic double-sided printing is included.
Can it print borderless A4 photographs?
Yes. The ET-8500 supports borderless photo printing up to A4 size.
Can it print on thick media?
Yes. The rear straight paper path supports compatible specialty media up to approximately 1.3mm thick.
Can it print on CDs and DVDs?
Yes. It supports printing on compatible inkjet-printable CDs and DVDs using the dedicated disc tray.
Does it support Wi-Fi?
Yes. It supports Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, Ethernet and USB connectivity.
Is this suitable for professional photography?
It is an excellent choice for enthusiast, studio proofing and professional-quality home photo printing. Users requiring larger A3+ output should consider the Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8550.
Is the damaged retail box covered by warranty?
No. The packaging condition is clearly disclosed and is not considered a product defect. The printer itself remains covered by the applicable Epson warranty.

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Refund Policy
The OZ Toner Return Policy applies to all purchases made on this website.
We recommend you read our Returns Policy carefully prior to placing an order and retain a copy of these terms and your order so you are familiar with our policy on refunds, returns and exchanges and your rights under the Australian Consumer Law.
We recommend you immediately examine goods delivered to you to ensure that there are no visible signs of damage or fault and that the goods received match the order you placed. Our exchange/return window is within 30 days of receiving your order. All incorrectly ordered or unwanted returns will incur a minimum 20% restocking fee.
Our Return Address
52A/5 Gladstone Rd, Castle Hill, NSW 2154
Exchange/Return (Consumables)
OZ Toner allows exchange/return within 30 days of receiving your order. This applies to consumable products purchased from us: inks, toners, printing and fax supplies and paper. Please scroll down to read our policy on exchange/return for scanners and printers.
If any consumable goods purchased from OZ Toner are damaged, lost in transit, incorrect or faulty, please contact us at support@oztoner.com with this information:
- Your order number
- Detailed description of the reason for return/exchange request
- Photo proof (if applicable).
For exchanges, the product/s must be in the original (new/unused) condition that you received it, in its original packaging. The customer is responsible for the postage fee to send the product/s back to us. OZ Toner will pay the postage to send the new product/s to the customer. All product/s sent back to us must use tracked post, we are not responsible for product/s lost in transit.
Exchange/Return (Hardware)
OZ Toner allows exchange/return within 30 days of receiving your order. This applies to hardware products purchased from us: scanners and printers.
If any hardware goods purchased from OZ Toner are damaged, lost in transit, incorrect or faulty, please contact us at support@oztoner.com with this information:
- Your order number
- Detailed description of the reason for return/exchange request
- Photo proof (if applicable).
Please ensure to contact us via email at support@oztoner.com before returning any items to obtain a Return Authorization Number. Return Authorizations are only valid for 14 days.
It is your obligation to pack returned products satisfactorily to prevent any damage to the items or boxes. You have a legal obligation to take reasonable care of the product/s while they are in your possession until they reach our warehouse.
When returning your purchase, we ask that you provide a Proof of Purchase (Order Confirmation Email) and where possible the product/s in original unopened packaging.
Once received back, we will issue a replacement or full/partial refund depending on actual case.
Change of Mind Returns
Please choose carefully as we do not provide a refund if you have simply changed your mind or made a wrong selection.
If you wish to exchange product/s which you have purchased in error, we will happily exchange provided that:
- You return the product/s within 30 days of purchase.
- You provide Proof of purchase (Your Order Confirmation Email)
- Product/s are unopened, unused and in its original packaging.
- A minimum of 20% restocking fee applies.
- You must bear the risk of return and is responsible for the costs of return postage.
- You must confirm the product/s are received and notify us before returning the product/s, the product/s being returned must satisfy all the return requirement stated above.
- The initial shipping fee charged, or any outbound postage incurred to ship to the customer will not be refunded or credited.
We reserve the right not to offer an exchange if the above requirements are not met.
Return shipping and costs are the responsibility of the customer. We recommend customers to send the item back with a tracked service. For high value products, the customer is also advised to use an insured shipping method.
Faulty or Damaged items
We provide refund or replacement on defective and damaged products.
You MUST contact us within 30 days of product/s being received and believed to be faulty. We will provide the contact information of manufacturer. Customer MUST contact manufacturer to request return authorization letter / DOA letter. Once we received the RA letter or DOA letter from the customer, we will initiate the return process and send customer our return instruction. When the goods are returned to us, we will offer either refund or replacement for the customer.
Items with Manufacturer Warranty:
Buyers must contact manufacturer of the item for all the warranty service within the warranty period. We will provide contact details of the manufacturer to the buyer. We have no other responsibility (including DOA) for items covered with manufacturer warranty.
Items with Onsite Manufacturer Warranty:
Buyers must contact manufacturer of the item for all the on-site warranty service within the warranty period. We will provide contact details of the manufacturer to the buyer. We have no other responsibility (including DOA) for items covered with manufacturer warranty.
Items with Return to Base Warranty:
Buyers are responsible to send back the faulty item to us. Items with valid warranty within the warranty period will be replaced with fully functional unit after checking. Please allow up to 2 weeks for replacement. We have no guarantee on product compatibility with buyers own equipment unless specified on the item listing.
Any other issues and queries, customers are welcome to send us message and email to discuss further.
Refund Conditions
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Refunds are only issued under certain circumstances, such as:
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DOA products where no exchange/replacement is possible
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Incorrect supply where the proper model cannot be provided
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Approved cases where neither replacement nor upsell option is available
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All refunds must be pre-approved by OzToner.au management before processing.
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Refunds are made via the original payment method and typically processed within 7 business days after approval.
Delivery Charges
Any product/s replaced under the Returns Policy due to being damaged, faulty or incorrect will be delivered to you free of charge.
Any returns due to you changing your mind about your purchase will incur a re-delivery fee.
Consumer Guarantees
Under the Australian Consumer Law, you have Consumer Guarantees for Goods and Services You purchase. Our product/s come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the product/s repaired or replaced if the product/s fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
Where you believe an item is faulty, you must contact manufacturer to for it to be assessed within a reasonable period of time, and you must request return authorization letter from the manufacturer if the item is confirmed faulty. If there is a major failure with the item, and you have forwarded the return authorization letter granted by manufacturer to us, you may choose a refund or exchange. If the failure is minor, manufacturer will honor the warranty and repair the item for you within a reasonable time.
Where an item is damaged through misuse or abnormal use, OZ Toner cannot provide a refund, exchange or repair, whether the fault is identified by OZ Toner, the manufacturer or their service agent.
OZ Toner will require satisfactory proof of purchase before providing a remedy under the Australian Consumer Law.
For further information about the Australian Consumer Law and Consumer Guarantees, visit www.consumerlaw.gov.au.


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