Epson EW-M660FT Waste Ink Counter Reset
If your Epson EW-M660FT 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 EW-M660FT accumulates after cleaning operations. Once it reaches a limit, printing is stopped to prevent overflow.
Understanding the Epson EW-M660FT Waste Ink Counter
Most Epson EW-M660FT waste ink counter locks are solved by a software counter reset. Wic Reset Connect provides a straightforward procedure.
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 EW-M660FT Waste Counter Reset
- Pasul 1: Connect Epson EW-M660FT to a Windows computer with a stable Internet connection using a USB cable.
- Pasul 2: Run Wic Reset Connect as Administrator and confirm Epson EW-M660FT is detected.
- Pasul 3: Use the key to reset the counter, wait for completion, then restart Epson EW-M660FT to finalize.
Most Epson EW-M660FT waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.
If the Printer Is Not Detected
- Close Epson Status Monitor or other printer utilities.
- Temporarily disable VPN/proxy if validation fails.
- Try another USB cable (some cables are charge-only).
- Run the app as Administrator.
- Use a direct USB connection (avoid hubs).
FAQ
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 EW-M660FT – Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.