Epson R330 Waste Ink Counter Reset
The Epson R330 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 R330 accumulates after cleaning operations. Once it reaches a limit, printing is stopped to prevent overflow.
Understanding the Epson R330 Waste Ink Counter
With Wic Reset Connect, you can reset the Epson R330 waste ink counter quickly using a Windows PC, USB connection, and a valid reset key.
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
Three Steps to Restore Epson R330 Printing
- Step 1: Connect Epson R330 to a Windows computer with a stable Internet connection using a USB cable.
- Step 2: Start Wic Reset Connect in Administrator mode and wait until Epson R330 appears in the device list.
- Step 3: Use the key to reset the counter, wait for completion, then restart Epson R330 to finalize.
Most Epson R330 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.
Troubleshooting
- Use a direct USB connection (avoid hubs).
- Try another USB cable (some cables are charge-only).
- Close Epson Status Monitor or other printer utilities.
- Run the app as Administrator.
- Restart printer and PC, then try again.
FAQ
How long does it take?
Usually about 1–2 minutes.
What if reset doesn’t work?
Check USB cable/port, run as admin, and close other printer utilities.
Do I need a service center?
Typically not for a waste ink counter lock; a reset is usually sufficient.
Can I reset over Wi-Fi?
No. The reset requires a USB connection to a Windows PC.
Guide prepared for Epson R330 – Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.
