The Epson PX-434A delivers reliable printing, but periodic maintenance routines can increase the waste ink counter and eventually trigger a ‘Service Required’ lock.

During head cleaning and maintenance cycles, excess ink is routed to internal absorber pads. The Epson PX-434A uses a software counter to estimate pad saturation and locks printing at a set threshold.

Why Does the Epson PX-434A Show ‘Service Required’?

Most Epson PX-434A waste ink counter locks are solved by a software counter reset. Wic Reset Connect provides a straightforward procedure.

Common Symptoms

• ‘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

Step-by-Step: Epson PX-434A Waste Counter Reset

1. Step 1: Use a Windows PC (7–11) with Internet access. Connect Epson PX-434A via USB (Wi-Fi reset is not supported).
2. Step 2: Run Wic Reset Connect as Administrator and confirm Epson PX-434A is detected.
3. Step 3: Enter your reset key and press Reset. Wait ~1–2 minutes, then restart Epson PX-434A.

Most Epson PX-434A waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

System Requirements

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

If the Printer Is Not Detected

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

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