Epson 3800 and outdated cartridge

[Oldfox]

I have a cyan 3800 cartridge (T5802) which have a date 06.2010.

Is ok to use it? Any risks?

[Dahlmann]

it's going to explod....




/D

[Farmer]

If it has been kept out of direct sunlight, in the box, and not subject to extreme temperatures, it is most likely fine to use.

[Rhossydd]

I've not yet read of any problems with longevity of 38xx inks in printers, so it should be fine. Just make sure you give the cart a shake to redistribute the pigment before you install it.

[Ken Bennett]

I think every cart in my 3800 is at least that far out of date. They all work fine.

Gently turn it 360 degrees for a few minutes before installing.

[KenBabcock]

Don't vigorously shake the cartridge.  Gentle rocking back and forth a few times to agitate the settled pigment is what you want to do before installing it.