Epson PX-501A Waste Ink Counter Reset

If your Epson PX-501A suddenly refuses to print and shows a maintenance warning, it is often caused by the waste ink (ink pad) counter threshold.

The Epson PX-501A tracks waste ink with an internal counter. Because it is an estimate (not a physical sensor), it may trigger before the pads are actually full.

Understanding the Epson PX-501A Waste Ink Counter

Most Epson PX-501A waste ink counter locks are solved by a software counter reset. Wic Reset Connect provides a straightforward procedure.

Typical Signs

• ‘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 PX-501A Waste Counter Reset

1. Paso 1: Use a Windows PC (7–11) with Internet access. Connect Epson PX-501A via USB (Wi-Fi reset is not supported).
2. Paso 2: Run Wic Reset Connect as Administrator and confirm Epson PX-501A is detected.
3. Paso 3: Enter your reset key and press Reset. Wait ~1–2 minutes, then restart Epson PX-501A.

Most Epson PX-501A waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

Before You Begin

• USB connection required (Wi-Fi reset not supported)
• Stable Internet connection during reset
• Windows 7/8/10/11 PC
• Valid Wic Reset Connect reset key

If the Printer Is Not Detected

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

Frequently Asked Questions