Epson EP-803A Ink Pad Counter Reset Guide

Epson EP-803A Waste Ink Counter Reset

The Epson EP-803A delivers reliable printing, but periodic maintenance routines can increase the waste ink counter and eventually trigger a ‘Service Required’ lock.

During head cleaning and maintenance cycles, excess ink is routed to internal absorber pads. The Epson EP-803A uses a software counter to estimate pad saturation and locks printing at a set threshold.

Understanding the Epson EP-803A Waste Ink Counter

Most Epson EP-803A 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

Reset Epson EP-803A Waste Ink Counter in 3 Steps

  1. Adım 1: Prepare a Windows PC + USB cable and connect Epson EP-803A directly. Keep Internet enabled for validation.
  2. Adım 2: Open Wic Reset Connect with admin privileges and verify device recognition for Epson EP-803A.
  3. Adım 3: Use the key to reset the counter, wait for completion, then restart Epson EP-803A to finalize.

Most Epson EP-803A waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

FAQ

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 EP-803A – Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.

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