The Epson WorkForce 635 delivers reliable printing, but periodic maintenance routines can increase the waste ink counter and eventually trigger a ‘Service Required’ lock.

A waste ink counter in the Epson WorkForce 635 accumulates after cleaning operations. Once it reaches a limit, printing is stopped to prevent overflow.

Understanding the Epson WorkForce 635 Waste Ink Counter

Most Epson WorkForce 635 waste ink counter locks are solved by a software counter reset. Wic Reset Connect provides a straightforward procedure.

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

Three Steps to Restore Epson WorkForce 635 Printing

1. Step 1: Connect Epson WorkForce 635 to a Windows computer with a stable Internet connection using a USB cable.
2. Step 2: Open Wic Reset Connect with admin privileges and verify device recognition for Epson WorkForce 635.
3. Step 3: Paste the reset key, click Reset, and after completion power-cycle Epson WorkForce 635.

Most Epson WorkForce 635 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

What You Need

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

Troubleshooting

• Temporarily disable VPN/proxy if validation fails.
• Close Epson Status Monitor or other printer utilities.
• Try another USB cable (some cables are charge-only).
• Restart printer and PC, then try again.
• Use a direct USB connection (avoid hubs).

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