Epson ET-2873 Reset Waste Ink Counter

Epson ET-2873 Waste Ink Counter Reset

Epson ET-2873 Waste Ink Counter Reset

If your Epson ET-2873 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 ET-2873 accumulates after cleaning operations. Once it reaches a limit, printing is stopped to prevent overflow.

What Causes the Epson ET-2873 Ink Pad Counter Warning?

With Wic Reset Connect, you can reset the Epson ET-2873 waste ink counter quickly using a Windows PC, USB connection, and a valid reset key.

Reset Epson ET-2873 Waste Ink Counter in 3 Steps

  1. Step 1: Connect Epson ET-2873 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 ET-2873.
  3. Step 3: Paste the reset key, click Reset, and after completion power-cycle Epson ET-2873.

Most Epson ET-2873 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

Before You Begin

  • 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)

Frequently Asked Questions

What if reset doesn’t work?
Check USB cable/port, run as admin, and close other printer utilities.
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.
How long does it take?
Usually about 1–2 minutes.

Guide prepared for Epson ET-2873 – Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.

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