Epson L4156 Waste Ink Counter Reset

If your Epson L4156 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 L4156 uses a software counter to estimate pad saturation and locks printing at a set threshold.

Understanding the Epson L4156 Waste Ink Counter

Most Epson L4156 waste ink counter locks are solved by a software counter reset. Wic Reset Connect provides a straightforward procedure.

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

Step-by-Step: Epson L4156 Waste Counter Reset

Βήμα 1: Use a Windows PC (7–11) with Internet access. Connect Epson L4156 via USB (Wi-Fi reset is not supported).
Βήμα 2: Open Wic Reset Connect with admin privileges and verify device recognition for Epson L4156.
Βήμα 3: Enter your reset key and press Reset. Wait ~1–2 minutes, then restart Epson L4156.

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Most Epson L4156 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

If the Printer Is Not Detected

Try another USB cable (some cables are charge-only).
Temporarily disable VPN/proxy if validation fails.
Run the app as Administrator.
Restart printer and PC, then try again.
Close Epson Status Monitor or other printer utilities.

FAQ

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 L4156 – Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.