Epson EPL-5700i won't print

Just upgraded to an iMac from a G4. I've been troubleshooting w/Epson support and I've already
reset printers
reinstalled driver from OSX install disc
deleted any older Epson preferences, drivers, documents
switched cables
turned printer on/off
Every once in a while the printer will print one page.
First with an error message - paper size differs from paper tray and would I like to Cancel or Continue Printing and then, after it prints, an error comes up saying A Service Call Error Occurred, and then it won't print anymore. Printer worked just fine w/the G4.
Any suggestions?

Do you get an error message?
What happens when you try to print?
Is is set as the default printer? Check in control panel>devices and printers.
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