Epson EP-808A Waste Ink Counter Reset

When the Epson EP-808A reaches its maintenance threshold, Epson firmware may block printing as a safeguard. In most cases, this is resolved with a counter reset.

The Epson EP-808A tracks waste ink with an internal counter. Because it is an estimate (not a physical sensor), it may trigger before the pads are actually full.

Understanding the Epson EP-808A Waste Ink Counter

A service visit is often unnecessary. Wic Reset Connect allows a safe Epson EP-808A waste counter reset in minutes.

Typical Signs

• Printer refuses to print even with ink available
• Epson Status Monitor shows maintenance warning
• Blinking lights and blocked jobs
• Device is locked until reset is performed

Epson EP-808A Ink Pad Counter Reset – Quick Steps

1. Step 1: Use a Windows PC (7–11) with Internet access. Connect Epson EP-808A via USB (Wi-Fi reset is not supported).
2. Step 2: Open Wic Reset Connect with admin privileges and verify device recognition for Epson EP-808A.
3. Step 3: Enter your reset key and press Reset. Wait ~1–2 minutes, then restart Epson EP-808A.

Most Epson EP-808A waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

What You Need

• USB connection required (Wi-Fi reset not supported)
• Windows 7/8/10/11 PC
• Stable Internet connection during reset
• Valid Wic Reset Connect reset key