If your Epson WF-2548 suddenly refuses to print and shows a maintenance warning, it is often caused by the waste ink (ink pad) counter threshold.

A waste ink counter in the Epson WF-2548 accumulates after cleaning operations. Once it reaches a limit, printing is stopped to prevent overflow.

What Causes the Epson WF-2548 Ink Pad Counter Warning?

A service visit is often unnecessary. Wic Reset Connect allows a safe Epson WF-2548 waste counter reset in minutes.

How the Error Appears

• ‘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

Reset Epson WF-2548 Waste Ink Counter in 3 Steps

1. Step 1: Prepare a Windows PC + USB cable and connect Epson WF-2548 directly. Keep Internet enabled for validation.
2. Step 2: Run Wic Reset Connect as Administrator and confirm Epson WF-2548 is detected.
3. Step 3: Paste the reset key, click Reset, and after completion power-cycle Epson WF-2548.

Most Epson WF-2548 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

System Requirements

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

Common Fixes

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

Frequently Asked Questions