Epson L5196 Waste Ink Counter Reset

The Epson L5196 is a widely used Epson printer. Like many Epson devices, it can stop printing when the internal waste ink counter reaches its predefined limit.

During head cleaning and maintenance cycles, excess ink is routed to internal absorber pads. The Epson L5196 uses a software counter to estimate pad saturation and locks printing at a set threshold.

What Causes the Epson L5196 Ink Pad Counter Warning?

Most Epson L5196 waste ink counter locks are solved by a software counter reset. Wic Reset Connect provides a straightforward procedure.

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

Three Steps to Restore Epson L5196 Printing

1. 1. korak: Prepare a Windows PC + USB cable and connect Epson L5196 directly. Keep Internet enabled for validation.
2. 2. korak: Run Wic Reset Connect as Administrator and confirm Epson L5196 is detected.
3. 3. korak: Use the key to reset the counter, wait for completion, then restart Epson L5196 to finalize.

Most Epson L5196 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

Before You Begin

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

If the Printer Is Not Detected

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