Epson L5296 Waste Ink Counter Reset

Epson L5296 Waste Ink Counter Reset

The Epson L5296 delivers reliable printing, but periodic maintenance routines can increase the waste ink counter and eventually trigger a ‘Service Required’ lock.

A waste ink counter in the Epson L5296 accumulates after cleaning operations. Once it reaches a limit, printing is stopped to prevent overflow.

Why the Epson L5296 Stops Printing (Waste Counter Limit)

Most Epson L5296 waste ink counter locks are solved by a software counter reset. Wic Reset Connect provides a straightforward procedure.

Common Symptoms

  • ‘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

Reset Epson L5296 Waste Ink Counter in 3 Steps

  1. Step 1: Connect Epson L5296 to a Windows computer with a stable Internet connection using a USB cable.
  2. Step 2: Run Wic Reset Connect as Administrator and confirm Epson L5296 is detected.
  3. Step 3: Use the key to reset the counter, wait for completion, then restart Epson L5296 to finalize.
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Most Epson L5296 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

If the Printer Is Not Detected

  • Use a direct USB connection (avoid hubs).
  • Close Epson Status Monitor or other printer utilities.
  • Restart printer and PC, then try again.
  • Temporarily disable VPN/proxy if validation fails.
  • Run the app as Administrator.

Frequently Asked Questions

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 L5296 – Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.

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