If you need to clear your network, fax, or copy settings, you can do this directly from the printer's screen: button on the control panel. Navigate to Restore Default Settings Choose your desired option: Network Settings : Resets Wi-Fi and ethernet. Copy/Scan/Fax Settings : Resets specific function defaults. Clear All Data and Settings : Complete factory reset. to confirm the reset. 2. Ink Pad Reset (Error E-11 / "Service Required")
A common error is mistaking a reset for a repair. Resetting will not fix a clogged print head, a broken gear, a failed power supply, or an empty ink tank. If the L5290 exhibits banding, missing colors, or grinding noises, running a print head cleaning cycle from the maintenance menu is the correct action, not a reset. Similarly, if an ink tank is low, you must refill it; no reset can create more ink.
To perform a soft reset on the Epson L5290, follow these steps: how to reset epson l5290
Unlike cartridge-based printers, the EcoTank L5290 uses refillable bottles. The printer does not “know” you refilled the tank; it relies on a virtual counter. Sometimes this counter gets stuck, showing “low ink” even after refilling.
Note: This method varies slightly by firmware version. If this does not work, move on to the network reset method. If you need to clear your network, fax,
This is the more complex scenario. You will see an error message like:
However, like all inkjet printers, the Epson L5290 has a built-in counter that tracks two critical things: and waste ink pad life . When one of these counters reaches its limit, your printer will lock up, display an error message, and refuse to print until you perform a reset. Clear All Data and Settings : Complete factory reset
After this reset, you will need to reconfigure your Wi-Fi, date/time, and any custom print preferences. This process solves configuration-related issues but has no impact on mechanical or consumable warnings.