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Epson T20E Reset Waste Ink Counter

How to Reset Epson T20E Waste Ink Counter

Epson T20E Waste Ink Counter Reset

If your Epson T20E 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 T20E accumulates after cleaning operations. Once it reaches a limit, printing is stopped to prevent overflow.

Understanding the Epson T20E Waste Ink Counter

Most Epson T20E 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

Step-by-Step: Epson T20E Waste Counter Reset

  1. Step 1: Use a Windows PC (7–11) with Internet access. Connect Epson T20E via USB (Wi-Fi reset is not supported).
  2. Step 2: Open Wic Reset Connect with admin privileges and verify device recognition for Epson T20E.
  3. Step 3: Paste the reset key, click Reset, and after completion power-cycle Epson T20E.
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Most Epson T20E waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

What You Need

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take?
Usually about 1–2 minutes.
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.
Can I reset over Wi-Fi?
No. The reset requires a USB connection to a Windows PC.

Guide prepared for Epson T20E – Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.

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