Epson R330 Waste Ink Counter Reset
If your Epson R330 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 R330 accumulates after cleaning operations. Once it reaches a limit, printing is stopped to prevent overflow.
Why Does the Epson R330 Show ‘Service Required’?
With Wic Reset Connect, you can reset the Epson R330 waste ink counter quickly using a Windows PC, USB connection, and a valid reset key.
Epson R330 Ink Pad Counter Reset – Quick Steps
- Schritt 1: Use a Windows PC (7–11) with Internet access. Connect Epson R330 via USB (Wi-Fi reset is not supported).
- Schritt 2: Run Wic Reset Connect as Administrator and confirm Epson R330 is detected.
- Schritt 3: Paste the reset key, click Reset, and after completion power-cycle Epson R330.
Most Epson R330 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.
Before You Begin
- Windows 7/8/10/11 PC
- Stable Internet connection during reset
- USB connection required (Wi-Fi reset not supported)
- Valid Wic Reset Connect reset key
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take?
Usually about 1–2 minutes.
Do I need a service center?
Typically not for a waste ink counter lock; a reset is usually sufficient.
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.
Guide prepared for Epson R330 – Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.