The Epson L3238 delivers reliable printing, but periodic maintenance routines can increase the waste ink counter and eventually trigger a ‘Service Required’ lock.

A waste ink counter in the Epson L3238 accumulates after cleaning operations. Once it reaches a limit, printing is stopped to prevent overflow.

What Causes the Epson L3238 Ink Pad Counter Warning?

A service visit is often unnecessary. Wic Reset Connect allows a safe Epson L3238 waste counter reset in minutes.

Epson L3238 Ink Pad Counter Reset – Quick Steps

1. Step 1: Prepare a Windows PC + USB cable and connect Epson L3238 directly. Keep Internet enabled for validation.
2. Step 2: Open Wic Reset Connect with admin privileges and verify device recognition for Epson L3238.
3. Step 3: Enter your reset key and press Reset. Wait ~1–2 minutes, then restart Epson L3238.

Most Epson L3238 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

Before You Begin

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

If the Printer Is Not Detected

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

Frequently Asked Questions