Fix Epson S22 Service Required – Waste Counter Reset

Epson S22 Waste Ink Counter Reset

If your Epson S22 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 S22 accumulates after cleaning operations. Once it reaches a limit, printing is stopped to prevent overflow.

Understanding the Epson S22 Waste Ink Counter

With Wic Reset Connect, you can reset the Epson S22 waste ink counter quickly using a Windows PC, USB connection, and a valid reset key.

Reset Epson S22 Waste Ink Counter in 3 Steps

  1. Passo 1: Prepare a Windows PC + USB cable and connect Epson S22 directly. Keep Internet enabled for validation.
  2. Passo 2: Start Wic Reset Connect in Administrator mode and wait until Epson S22 appears in the device list.
  3. Etapa 3: Enter your reset key and press Reset. Wait ~1–2 minutes, then restart Epson S22.

Most Epson S22 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

System Requirements

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

Common Fixes

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

FAQ

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

Guide prepared for Epson S22 – Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.

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