Epson WF-2530 Reset Waste Ink Counter

Fix Epson WF-2530 Service Required – Waste Counter Reset

Epson WF-2530 Waste Ink Counter Reset

If your Epson WF-2530 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 WF-2530 accumulates after cleaning operations. Once it reaches a limit, printing is stopped to prevent overflow.

Understanding the Epson WF-2530 Waste Ink Counter

With Wic Reset Connect, you can reset the Epson WF-2530 waste ink counter quickly using a Windows PC, USB connection, and a valid reset key.

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

Step-by-Step: Epson WF-2530 Waste Counter Reset

  1. Step 1: Connect Epson WF-2530 to a Windows computer with a stable Internet connection using a USB cable.
  2. Step 2: Run Wic Reset Connect as Administrator and confirm Epson WF-2530 is detected.
  3. Step 3: Paste the reset key, click Reset, and after completion power-cycle Epson WF-2530.

Most Epson WF-2530 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

FAQ

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.
Can I reset over Wi-Fi?
No. The reset requires a USB connection to a Windows PC.
What if reset doesn’t work?
Check USB cable/port, run as admin, and close other printer utilities.

Guide prepared for Epson WF-2530 – Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.

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