Epson L3260 Waste Ink Counter Reset
If your Epson L3260 suddenly refuses to print and shows a maintenance warning, it is often caused by the waste ink (ink pad) counter threshold.
The Epson L3260 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.
Why Does the Epson L3260 Show ‘Service Required’?
With Wic Reset Connect, you can reset the Epson L3260 waste ink counter quickly using a Windows PC, USB connection, and a valid reset key.
Typical Signs
- ‘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 L3260 Waste Ink Counter in 3 Steps
- Trin 1: Prepare a Windows PC + USB cable and connect Epson L3260 directly. Keep Internet enabled for validation.
- Trin 2: Open Wic Reset Connect with admin privileges and verify device recognition for Epson L3260.
- Trin 3: Use the key to reset the counter, wait for completion, then restart Epson L3260 to finalize.
Most Epson L3260 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.
Troubleshooting
- Use a direct USB connection (avoid hubs).
- Try another USB cable (some cables are charge-only).
- Run the app as Administrator.
- Close Epson Status Monitor or other printer utilities.
- Temporarily disable VPN/proxy if validation fails.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a service center?
Typically not for a waste ink counter lock; a reset is usually sufficient.
What if reset doesn’t work?
Check USB cable/port, run as admin, and close other printer utilities.
Can I reset over Wi-Fi?
No. The reset requires a USB connection to a Windows PC.
How long does it take?
Usually about 1–2 minutes.
Guide prepared for Epson L3260 – Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.