Model-specific reset guide
Epson ET-1810 Reset Waste Ink Counter
If your Epson ET-1810 has stopped with an ink pad or service-life warning, the printer may have reached its waste ink counter limit. This model-specific guide explains what the message means and how to complete the reset with Wic Reset Connect.
Why the ink pad counter blocks Epson ET-1810
The printer protects against possible ink overflow by monitoring an internal service counter. On Epson ET-1810, reaching the threshold can trigger an ink pad warning and block further jobs.
Wic Reset Connect is designed to reset the compatible counter in Epson ET-1810. The physical waste ink system should still be inspected and maintained when necessary.
Reset the counter in Epson ET-1810
The reset normally takes only a few minutes, but the printer must be detected correctly before the key is used.
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Install the original driver
Install the official Epson driver for ET-1810 and confirm that Windows can see the printer.
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Connect directly by USB
Connect Epson ET-1810 to the computer without Wi-Fi, a hub or an adapter.
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Start Wic Reset Connect
Close Epson Status Monitor, run Wic Reset Connect as Administrator and select Epson ET-1810.
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Enter the key and reset
Enter the purchased key, choose Reset and keep the printer connected until completion.
If Epson ET-1810 is not detected
- Install the original Epson driver for ET-1810; a generic Windows driver may not expose the required communication interface.
- Close Epson Status Monitor and any other Epson maintenance software before starting Wic Reset Connect.
- Try another USB port and a known data-capable USB cable if the printer is not detected.
- Connect the printer directly to the computer. Do not use Wi-Fi, a USB hub, docking station or print server.
Epson ET-1810 reset FAQ
Does the reset clean or replace the ink pads?
No. It changes the stored counter value. Inspect, clean or replace the physical waste ink system when its condition requires it.
Does Epson ET-1810 need service mode?
No. Epson printers do not use the Canon service-mode sequence. Connect the printer normally by USB.
How long does the reset take?
The reset itself usually finishes in about 1–2 minutes after the printer has been detected correctly.
Restore Epson ET-1810
A direct USB connection, the correct driver and a valid key are all you need to reset Epson ET-1810.