Epson ET-2808 Waste Ink Counter Reset

If your Epson ET-2808 suddenly refuses to print and shows a maintenance warning, it is often caused by the waste ink (ink pad) counter threshold.

During head cleaning and maintenance cycles, excess ink is routed to internal absorber pads. The Epson ET-2808 uses a software counter to estimate pad saturation and locks printing at a set threshold.

What Causes the Epson ET-2808 Ink Pad Counter Warning?

With Wic Reset Connect, you can reset the Epson ET-2808 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

Three Steps to Restore Epson ET-2808 Printing

1. Krok 1: Prepare a Windows PC + USB cable and connect Epson ET-2808 directly. Keep Internet enabled for validation.
2. Krok 2: Open Wic Reset Connect with admin privileges and verify device recognition for Epson ET-2808.
3. Krok 3: Use the key to reset the counter, wait for completion, then restart Epson ET-2808 to finalize.

Most Epson ET-2808 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

System Requirements

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

If the Printer Is Not Detected

• Restart printer and PC, then try again.
• Run the app as Administrator.
• Try another USB cable (some cables are charge-only).
• Temporarily disable VPN/proxy if validation fails.
• Use a direct USB connection (avoid hubs).

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