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Epson XP-540 Reset Waste Ink Counter

Epson XP-540 Ink Pad Counter Reset Guide

Epson XP-540 Waste Ink Counter Reset

If your Epson XP-540 suddenly refuses to print and shows a maintenance warning, it is often caused by the waste ink (ink pad) counter threshold.

During head cleaning and maintenance cycles, excess ink is routed to internal absorber pads. The Epson XP-540 uses a software counter to estimate pad saturation and locks printing at a set threshold.

Understanding the Epson XP-540 Waste Ink Counter

Most Epson XP-540 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

Epson XP-540 Ink Pad Counter Reset – Quick Steps

  1. Step 1: Use a Windows PC (7–11) with Internet access. Connect Epson XP-540 via USB (Wi-Fi reset is not supported).
  2. Step 2: Open Wic Reset Connect with admin privileges and verify device recognition for Epson XP-540.
  3. Step 3: Paste the reset key, click Reset, and after completion power-cycle Epson XP-540.
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Most Epson XP-540 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I reset over Wi-Fi?
No. The reset requires a USB connection to a Windows PC.
Do I need a service center?
Typically not for a waste ink counter lock; a reset is usually sufficient.
What if reset doesn’t work?
Check USB cable/port, run as admin, and close other printer utilities.
How long does it take?
Usually about 1–2 minutes.

Guide prepared for Epson XP-540 – Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.

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