Epson L495 Waste Ink Counter Reset
The Epson L495 delivers reliable printing, but periodic maintenance routines can increase the waste ink counter and eventually trigger a ‘Service Required’ lock.
The Epson L495 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.
Why Does the Epson L495 Show ‘Service Required’?
With Wic Reset Connect, you can reset the Epson L495 waste ink counter quickly using a Windows PC, USB connection, and a valid reset key.
Three Steps to Restore Epson L495 Printing
- 1. korak: Use a Windows PC (7–11) with Internet access. Connect Epson L495 via USB (Wi-Fi reset is not supported).
- 2. korak: Start Wic Reset Connect in Administrator mode and wait until Epson L495 appears in the device list.
- 3. korak: Paste the reset key, click Reset, and after completion power-cycle Epson L495.
Most Epson L495 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.
What You Need
- USB connection required (Wi-Fi reset not supported)
- Stable Internet connection during reset
- Valid Wic Reset Connect reset key
- Windows 7/8/10/11 PC
If the Printer Is Not Detected
- Temporarily disable VPN/proxy if validation fails.
- Close Epson Status Monitor or other printer utilities.
- Restart printer and PC, then try again.
- Run the app as Administrator.
- Use a direct USB connection (avoid hubs).
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
What if reset doesn’t work?
Check USB cable/port, run as admin, and close other printer utilities.
Can I reset over Wi-Fi?
No. The reset requires a USB connection to a Windows PC.
Guide prepared for Epson L495 – Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.