Epson R260 Reset Waste Ink Counter

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Fix Epson R260 Service Required – Waste Counter Reset

Epson R260 Waste Ink Counter Reset

When the Epson R260 reaches its maintenance threshold, Epson firmware may block printing as a safeguard. In most cases, this is resolved with a counter reset.

A waste ink counter in the Epson R260 accumulates after cleaning operations. Once it reaches a limit, printing is stopped to prevent overflow.

Understanding the Epson R260 Waste Ink Counter

With Wic Reset Connect, you can reset the Epson R260 waste ink counter quickly using a Windows PC, USB connection, and a valid reset key.

Reset Epson R260 Waste Ink Counter in 3 Steps

  1. Step 1: Use a Windows PC (7–11) with Internet access. Connect Epson R260 via USB (Wi-Fi reset is not supported).
  2. Step 2: Run Wic Reset Connect as Administrator and confirm Epson R260 is detected.
  3. Step 3: Use the key to reset the counter, wait for completion, then restart Epson R260 to finalize.

Most Epson R260 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

If the Printer Is Not Detected

  • Try another USB cable (some cables are charge-only).
  • Close Epson Status Monitor or other printer utilities.
  • Temporarily disable VPN/proxy if validation fails.
  • Restart printer and PC, then try again.
  • Run the app as Administrator.

FAQ

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

Guide prepared for Epson R260 – Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.

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