Epson ET-2826 Waste Ink Counter Reset

If your Epson ET-2826 suddenly refuses to print and shows a maintenance warning, it is often caused by the waste ink (ink pad) counter threshold.

A waste ink counter in the Epson ET-2826 accumulates after cleaning operations. Once it reaches a limit, printing is stopped to prevent overflow.

Understanding the Epson ET-2826 Waste Ink Counter

Most Epson ET-2826 waste ink counter locks are solved by a software counter reset. Wic Reset Connect provides a straightforward procedure.

Common Symptoms

• ‘Service Required’ / service life message in driver or utility
• Maintenance/support code (varies by model/driver)
• Printing stops after cleaning cycles
• Warning repeats after restarting the printer

Step-by-Step: Epson ET-2826 Waste Counter Reset

1. Step 1: Prepare a Windows PC + USB cable and connect Epson ET-2826 directly. Keep Internet enabled for validation.
2. Step 2: Open Wic Reset Connect with admin privileges and verify device recognition for Epson ET-2826.
3. Step 3: Enter your reset key and press Reset. Wait ~1–2 minutes, then restart Epson ET-2826.

Most Epson ET-2826 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

System Requirements

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

Troubleshooting

• Try another USB cable (some cables are charge-only).
• Close Epson Status Monitor or other printer utilities.
• Temporarily disable VPN/proxy if validation fails.
• Restart printer and PC, then try again.
• Use a direct USB connection (avoid hubs).

Frequently Asked Questions