Epson ET-2820 Ink Pad Counter Reset Guide

Epson ET-2820 Waste Ink Counter Reset

When the Epson ET-2820 reaches its maintenance threshold, Epson firmware may block printing as a safeguard. In most cases, this is resolved with a counter reset.

During head cleaning and maintenance cycles, excess ink is routed to internal absorber pads. The Epson ET-2820 uses a software counter to estimate pad saturation and locks printing at a set threshold.

What Causes the Epson ET-2820 Ink Pad Counter Warning?

Most Epson ET-2820 waste ink counter locks are solved by a software counter reset. Wic Reset Connect provides a straightforward procedure.

How the Error Appears

  • ‘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 ET-2820 Waste Ink Counter in 3 Steps

  1. Крок 1: Prepare a Windows PC + USB cable and connect Epson ET-2820 directly. Keep Internet enabled for validation.
  2. Крок 2: Start Wic Reset Connect in Administrator mode and wait until Epson ET-2820 appears in the device list.
  3. Крок 3: Enter your reset key and press Reset. Wait ~1–2 minutes, then restart Epson ET-2820.
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Most Epson ET-2820 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What if reset doesn’t work?
Check USB cable/port, run as admin, and close other printer utilities.
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.
Can I reset over Wi-Fi?
No. The reset requires a USB connection to a Windows PC.

Guide prepared for Epson ET-2820 – Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.

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