Epson L805 Waste Ink Counter Reset

If your Epson L805 suddenly refuses to print and shows a maintenance warning, it is often caused by the waste ink (ink pad) counter threshold.

During head cleaning and maintenance cycles, excess ink is routed to internal absorber pads. The Epson L805 uses a software counter to estimate pad saturation and locks printing at a set threshold.

Why Does the Epson L805 Show ‘Service Required’?

A service visit is often unnecessary. Wic Reset Connect allows a safe Epson L805 waste counter reset in minutes.

How the Error Appears

• ‘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 L805 Waste Counter Reset

1. Step 1: Use a Windows PC (7–11) with Internet access. Connect Epson L805 via USB (Wi-Fi reset is not supported).
2. Step 2: Run Wic Reset Connect as Administrator and confirm Epson L805 is detected.
3. Step 3: Use the key to reset the counter, wait for completion, then restart Epson L805 to finalize.

Most Epson L805 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

System Requirements

• 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

Common Fixes

• Restart printer and PC, then try again.
• Temporarily disable VPN/proxy if validation fails.
• Try another USB cable (some cables are charge-only).
• Close Epson Status Monitor or other printer utilities.
• Run the app as Administrator.

Frequently Asked Questions