Epson ET-M1120 Waste Ink Counter Reset
If your Epson ET-M1120 suddenly refuses to print and shows a maintenance warning, it is often caused by the waste ink (ink pad) counter threshold.
The Epson ET-M1120 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.
Why the Epson ET-M1120 Stops Printing (Waste Counter Limit)
Most Epson ET-M1120 waste ink counter locks are solved by a software counter reset. Wic Reset Connect provides a straightforward procedure.
Common Symptoms
- 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
Step-by-Step: Epson ET-M1120 Waste Counter Reset
- Step 1: Connect Epson ET-M1120 to a Windows computer with a stable Internet connection using a USB cable.
- Step 2: Run Wic Reset Connect as Administrator and confirm Epson ET-M1120 is detected.
- Step 3: Use the key to reset the counter, wait for completion, then restart Epson ET-M1120 to finalize.
Most Epson ET-M1120 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.
System Requirements
- USB connection required (Wi-Fi reset not supported)
- Valid Wic Reset Connect reset key
- Stable Internet connection during reset
- Windows 7/8/10/11 PC
Troubleshooting
- Close Epson Status Monitor or other printer utilities.
- Use a direct USB connection (avoid hubs).
- Temporarily disable VPN/proxy if validation fails.
- Try another USB cable (some cables are charge-only).
- Run the app as Administrator.
Guide prepared for Epson ET-M1120 – Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.