Epson WorkForce 1100 Waste Ink Counter Reset

When the Epson WorkForce 1100 reaches its maintenance threshold, Epson firmware may block printing as a safeguard. In most cases, this is resolved with a counter reset.

A waste ink counter in the Epson WorkForce 1100 accumulates after cleaning operations. Once it reaches a limit, printing is stopped to prevent overflow.

Understanding the Epson WorkForce 1100 Waste Ink Counter

Most Epson WorkForce 1100 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

Reset Epson WorkForce 1100 Waste Ink Counter in 3 Steps

1. Step 1: Connect Epson WorkForce 1100 to a Windows computer with a stable Internet connection using a USB cable.
2. Step 2: Run Wic Reset Connect as Administrator and confirm Epson WorkForce 1100 is detected.
3. Step 3: Use the key to reset the counter, wait for completion, then restart Epson WorkForce 1100 to finalize.

Most Epson WorkForce 1100 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

System Requirements

• 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

Frequently Asked Questions