Epson S20 Waste Ink Counter Reset

If your Epson S20 suddenly refuses to print and shows a maintenance warning, it is often caused by the waste ink (ink pad) counter threshold.

A waste ink counter in the Epson S20 accumulates after cleaning operations. Once it reaches a limit, printing is stopped to prevent overflow.

Why the Epson S20 Stops Printing (Waste Counter Limit)

Most Epson S20 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

Reset Epson S20 Waste Ink Counter in 3 Steps

1. Step 1: Connect Epson S20 to a Windows computer with a stable Internet connection using a USB cable.
2. Step 2: Open Wic Reset Connect with admin privileges and verify device recognition for Epson S20.
3. Step 3: Use the key to reset the counter, wait for completion, then restart Epson S20 to finalize.

Most Epson S20 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

What You Need

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

Common Fixes

• Restart printer and PC, then try again.
• Close Epson Status Monitor or other printer utilities.
• Try another USB cable (some cables are charge-only).
• Run the app as Administrator.
• Use a direct USB connection (avoid hubs).

Frequently Asked Questions