Service Required: Ink Pad at End of Service Life

Understand and address waste ink pad counter alerts triggered after repeated printhead cleaning cycles.

Important: The instructions below apply to standard Epson series printers. Always disconnect power cables before reaching inside internal paper paths or hardware assemblies.

Recommended Resolution Steps

  1. 1

    Obtain the compatible waste ink counter reset utility for your specific Epson EcoTank or WorkForce model.

  2. 2

    Connect the printer to your computer via a direct USB cable to ensure uninterrupted communication.

  3. 3

    Read and reset the internal waste ink counter value back to zero using the utility.

  4. 4

    Inspect or replace the porous waste ink absorption pads in the lower tray to prevent excess ink overflow.

  5. 5

    Restart the printer and run a test print to confirm the red status lights have cleared.