The Epson L3217 is a widely used Epson printer. Like many Epson devices, it can stop printing when the internal waste ink counter reaches its predefined limit.

A waste ink counter in the Epson L3217 accumulates after cleaning operations. Once it reaches a limit, printing is stopped to prevent overflow.

Why the Epson L3217 Stops Printing (Waste Counter Limit)

With Wic Reset Connect, you can reset the Epson L3217 waste ink counter quickly using a Windows PC, USB connection, and a valid reset key.

How the Error Appears

• Printer refuses to print even with ink available
• Epson Status Monitor shows maintenance warning
• Blinking lights and blocked jobs
• Device is locked until reset is performed

Step-by-Step: Epson L3217 Waste Counter Reset

1. Step 1: Use a Windows PC (7–11) with Internet access. Connect Epson L3217 via USB (Wi-Fi reset is not supported).
2. Step 2: Start Wic Reset Connect in Administrator mode and wait until Epson L3217 appears in the device list.
3. Step 3: Use the key to reset the counter, wait for completion, then restart Epson L3217 to finalize.

Most Epson L3217 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

If the Printer Is Not Detected

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

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