Epson L3281 Waste Ink Counter Reset

Epson L3281 Waste Ink Counter Reset

The Epson L3281 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 L3281 accumulates after cleaning operations. Once it reaches a limit, printing is stopped to prevent overflow.

Why Does the Epson L3281 Show ‘Service Required’?

With Wic Reset Connect, you can reset the Epson L3281 waste ink counter quickly using a Windows PC, USB connection, and a valid reset key.

Typical Signs

  • ‘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

Epson L3281 Ink Pad Counter Reset – Quick Steps

  1. Krok 1: Prepare a Windows PC + USB cable and connect Epson L3281 directly. Keep Internet enabled for validation.
  2. Krok 2: Run Wic Reset Connect as Administrator and confirm Epson L3281 is detected.
  3. Krok 3: Use the key to reset the counter, wait for completion, then restart Epson L3281 to finalize.
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Most Epson L3281 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

What You Need

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What if reset doesn’t work?
Check USB cable/port, run as admin, and close other printer utilities.
Do I need a service center?
Typically not for a waste ink counter lock; a reset is usually sufficient.
How long does it take?
Usually about 1–2 minutes.
Can I reset over Wi-Fi?
No. The reset requires a USB connection to a Windows PC.

Guide prepared for Epson L3281 – Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.

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