How to Reset Epson ME-70 Waste Ink Counter

Epson ME-70 Waste Ink Counter Reset

If your Epson ME-70 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 ME-70 uses a software counter to estimate pad saturation and locks printing at a set threshold.

Understanding the Epson ME-70 Waste Ink Counter

With Wic Reset Connect, you can reset the Epson ME-70 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

Epson ME-70 Ink Pad Counter Reset – Quick Steps

Step 1: Connect Epson ME-70 to a Windows computer with a stable Internet connection using a USB cable.
Step 2: Open Wic Reset Connect with admin privileges and verify device recognition for Epson ME-70.
Step 3: Paste the reset key, click Reset, and after completion power-cycle Epson ME-70.

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Most Epson ME-70 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

Common Fixes

Try another USB cable (some cables are charge-only).
Close Epson Status Monitor or other printer utilities.
Temporarily disable VPN/proxy if validation fails.
Use a direct USB connection (avoid hubs).
Restart printer and PC, then try again.

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.

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.

Guide prepared for Epson ME-70 – Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.