The Epson BX305FW 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 BX305FW uses a software counter to estimate pad saturation and locks printing at a set threshold.

Understanding the Epson BX305FW Waste Ink Counter

Most Epson BX305FW 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 BX305FW Ink Pad Counter Reset – Quick Steps

1. Step 1: Prepare a Windows PC + USB cable and connect Epson BX305FW directly. Keep Internet enabled for validation.
2. Step 2: Open Wic Reset Connect with admin privileges and verify device recognition for Epson BX305FW.
3. Step 3: Paste the reset key, click Reset, and after completion power-cycle Epson BX305FW.

Most Epson BX305FW waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

Before You Begin

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

Common Fixes

• Run the app as Administrator.
• Use a direct USB connection (avoid hubs).
• Restart printer and PC, then try again.
• Temporarily disable VPN/proxy if validation fails.
• Close Epson Status Monitor or other printer utilities.

Frequently Asked Questions