Epson L3236 Waste Ink Counter Reset
If your Epson L3236 suddenly refuses to print and shows a maintenance warning, it is often caused by the waste ink (ink pad) counter threshold.
A waste ink counter in the Epson L3236 accumulates after cleaning operations. Once it reaches a limit, printing is stopped to prevent overflow.
Understanding the Epson L3236 Waste Ink Counter
With Wic Reset Connect, you can reset the Epson L3236 waste ink counter quickly using a Windows PC, USB connection, and a valid reset key.
Typical Signs
- 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 L3236 Waste Ink Counter in 3 Steps
- Schritt 1: Use a Windows PC (7–11) with Internet access. Connect Epson L3236 via USB (Wi-Fi reset is not supported).
- Schritt 2: Run Wic Reset Connect as Administrator and confirm Epson L3236 is detected.
- Schritt 3: Use the key to reset the counter, wait for completion, then restart Epson L3236 to finalize.
Most Epson L3236 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
What if reset doesn’t work?
Check USB cable/port, run as admin, and close other printer utilities.
Do I need a service center?
Typically not for a waste ink counter lock; a reset is usually sufficient.
Guide prepared for Epson L3236 – Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.