Model-specific reset guide
Epson ET-1813 Reset Waste Ink Counter
Epson ET-1813 may refuse new print jobs after estimating that the waste ink pads have reached their service limit. Wic Reset Connect can reset the software counter after the printer is prepared correctly.
The counter behind the Epson ET-1813 warning
An ink pad message is a maintenance safeguard. It indicates that Epson ET-1813 has reached a stored waste ink value that must be reset before normal printing can resume.
Wic Reset Connect is designed to reset the compatible counter in Epson ET-1813. The physical waste ink system should still be inspected and maintained when necessary.
Reset the counter in Epson ET-1813
Start with the connection checks below, then run the reset without opening other printer programs during the process.
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Install the original driver
Install the official Epson driver for ET-1813 and confirm that Windows can see the printer.
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Connect directly by USB
Connect Epson ET-1813 to the computer without Wi-Fi, a hub or an adapter.
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Start Wic Reset Connect
Close Epson Status Monitor, run Wic Reset Connect as Administrator and select Epson ET-1813.
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Enter the key and reset
Enter the purchased key, choose Reset and keep the printer connected until completion.
If Epson ET-1813 is not detected
- Close Epson Status Monitor and any other Epson maintenance software before starting Wic Reset Connect.
- Connect the printer directly to the computer. Do not use Wi-Fi, a USB hub, docking station or print server.
- Install the original Epson driver for ET-1813; a generic Windows driver may not expose the required communication interface.
- Clear paused print jobs and restart both the printer and Windows if another program is holding the USB connection.
Epson ET-1813 reset FAQ
Can I reset Epson ET-1813 over Wi-Fi?
No. Wic Reset Connect requires a direct USB connection to the Windows computer.
Does Epson ET-1813 need service mode?
No. Epson printers do not use the Canon service-mode sequence. Connect the printer normally by USB.
What if the first reset attempt fails?
Correct the driver or USB communication problem first. If the key was consumed, use the new-key generator or contact support.
Restore Epson ET-1813
Follow the verified sequence for Epson ET-1813, then restart the printer and continue your work.