Epson EP-905F Waste Ink Counter Reset
If your Epson EP-905F suddenly refuses to print and shows a maintenance warning, it is often caused by the waste ink (ink pad) counter threshold.
The Epson EP-905F 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.
What Causes the Epson EP-905F Ink Pad Counter Warning?
With Wic Reset Connect, you can reset the Epson EP-905F waste ink counter quickly using a Windows PC, USB connection, and a valid reset key.
How the Error Appears
- 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
Reset Epson EP-905F Waste Ink Counter in 3 Steps
- Стъпка 1: Connect Epson EP-905F to a Windows computer with a stable Internet connection using a USB cable.
- Стъпка 2: Start Wic Reset Connect in Administrator mode and wait until Epson EP-905F appears in the device list.
- Стъпка 3: Enter your reset key and press Reset. Wait ~1–2 minutes, then restart Epson EP-905F.
Most Epson EP-905F waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.
What You Need
- USB connection required (Wi-Fi reset not supported)
- Valid Wic Reset Connect reset key
- Stable Internet connection during reset
- Windows 7/8/10/11 PC
Frequently Asked Questions
What if reset doesn’t work?
Check USB cable/port, run as admin, and close other printer utilities.
How long does it take?
Usually about 1–2 minutes.
Can I reset over Wi-Fi?
No. The reset requires a USB connection to a Windows PC.
Do I need a service center?
Typically not for a waste ink counter lock; a reset is usually sufficient.
Guide prepared for Epson EP-905F – Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.