Epson L1210 Waste Ink Counter Reset

Epson L1210 Waste Ink Counter Reset

If your Epson L1210 suddenly refuses to print and shows a maintenance warning, it is often caused by the waste ink (ink pad) counter threshold.

The Epson L1210 tracks waste ink with an internal counter. Because it is an estimate (not a physical sensor), it may trigger before the pads are actually full.

What Causes the Epson L1210 Ink Pad Counter Warning?

With Wic Reset Connect, you can reset the Epson L1210 waste ink counter quickly using a Windows PC, USB connection, and a valid reset key.

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 L1210 Waste Ink Counter in 3 Steps

  1. 1. korak: Prepare a Windows PC + USB cable and connect Epson L1210 directly. Keep Internet enabled for validation.
  2. 2. korak: Run Wic Reset Connect as Administrator and confirm Epson L1210 is detected.
  3. 3. korak: Enter your reset key and press Reset. Wait ~1–2 minutes, then restart Epson L1210.

Most Epson L1210 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

Troubleshooting

  • Use a direct USB connection (avoid hubs).
  • Try another USB cable (some cables are charge-only).
  • Run the app as Administrator.
  • Close Epson Status Monitor or other printer utilities.
  • Temporarily disable VPN/proxy if validation fails.

Frequently Asked Questions

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.
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.

Guide prepared for Epson L1210 – Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.

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