Epson PX-047A Waste Ink Counter Reset

The Epson PX-047A is a widely used Epson printer. Like many Epson devices, it can stop printing when the internal waste ink counter reaches its predefined limit.

During head cleaning and maintenance cycles, excess ink is routed to internal absorber pads. The Epson PX-047A uses a software counter to estimate pad saturation and locks printing at a set threshold.

Why Does the Epson PX-047A Show ‘Service Required’?

With Wic Reset Connect, you can reset the Epson PX-047A waste ink counter quickly using a Windows PC, USB connection, and a valid reset key.

How the Error Appears

• ‘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 PX-047A Waste Ink Counter in 3 Steps

1. Стъпка 1: Connect Epson PX-047A to a Windows computer with a stable Internet connection using a USB cable.
2. Стъпка 2: Start Wic Reset Connect in Administrator mode and wait until Epson PX-047A appears in the device list.
3. Стъпка 3: Paste the reset key, click Reset, and after completion power-cycle Epson PX-047A.

Most Epson PX-047A waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

Troubleshooting

• Try another USB cable (some cables are charge-only).
• Restart printer and PC, then try again.
• Use a direct USB connection (avoid hubs).
• Close Epson Status Monitor or other printer utilities.
• Run the app as Administrator.

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