The Epson ET-1114 delivers reliable printing, but periodic maintenance routines can increase the waste ink counter and eventually trigger a ‘Service Required’ lock.

The Epson ET-1114 tracks waste ink with an internal counter. Because it is an estimate (not a physical sensor), it may trigger before the pads are actually full.

What Causes the Epson ET-1114 Ink Pad Counter Warning?

Most Epson ET-1114 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

Three Steps to Restore Epson ET-1114 Printing

1. Step 1: Prepare a Windows PC + USB cable and connect Epson ET-1114 directly. Keep Internet enabled for validation.
2. Step 2: Run Wic Reset Connect as Administrator and confirm Epson ET-1114 is detected.
3. Step 3: Use the key to reset the counter, wait for completion, then restart Epson ET-1114 to finalize.

Most Epson ET-1114 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

If the Printer Is Not Detected

• Restart printer and PC, then try again.
• Temporarily disable VPN/proxy if validation fails.
• Close Epson Status Monitor or other printer utilities.
• Use a direct USB connection (avoid hubs).
• Run the app as Administrator.

Frequently Asked Questions