Click on the "Waste Ink Pad Counter" option and select "Reset" to reset the counter. This will clear the "Service Required" error message and allow you to continue printing.
After resetting, always run a nozzle check and a single head cleaning. Then, print a test page. Your EcoTank should now run like the day you bought it.
Alternatively, install an (available on eBay/Amazon for $15). This bypasses the internal pad entirely. Once installed, you can reset the counter indefinitely.
❌ use it regularly to “avoid” pad maintenance – you will flood your printer with waste ink, causing short circuits.
Using the Epson Adjustment Program to reset your printer offers several benefits, including:
Connect your Epson printer to your computer using a USB cable. Make sure the printer is turned on and properly connected.
Without the Adjustment Program, these printers become expensive paperweights. With it, you can extend the printer's life by another 2-3 years per reset.
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: A pop-up on your computer states, "A printer's ink pad is at the end of its service life. Please contact Epson Support".
Are you tired of dealing with the hassle of resetting your Epson printer's waste ink pad counter? Do you find yourself searching for a solution to the "Service Required" error message that seems to appear out of nowhere? Look no further! In this article, we will provide a detailed guide on how to reset the Epson L380, L382, L383, L385, L485, and L386 printers using the Adjustment Program.
