Epson EP-778A Waste Ink Counter Reset

When the Epson EP-778A reaches its maintenance threshold, Epson firmware may block printing as a safeguard. In most cases, this is resolved with a counter reset.

During head cleaning and maintenance cycles, excess ink is routed to internal absorber pads. The Epson EP-778A uses a software counter to estimate pad saturation and locks printing at a set threshold.

What Causes the Epson EP-778A Ink Pad Counter Warning?

Most Epson EP-778A waste ink counter locks are solved by a software counter reset. Wic Reset Connect provides a straightforward procedure.

Typical Signs

• 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

Reset Epson EP-778A Waste Ink Counter in 3 Steps

1. Étape 1 : Use a Windows PC (7–11) with Internet access. Connect Epson EP-778A via USB (Wi-Fi reset is not supported).
2. Étape 2 : Run Wic Reset Connect as Administrator and confirm Epson EP-778A is detected.
3. Étape 3 : Paste the reset key, click Reset, and after completion power-cycle Epson EP-778A.

Most Epson EP-778A waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

Before You Begin

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