When the Epson L3160 reaches its maintenance threshold, Epson firmware may block printing as a safeguard. In most cases, this is resolved with a counter reset.

During head cleaning and maintenance cycles, excess ink is routed to internal absorber pads. The Epson L3160 uses a software counter to estimate pad saturation and locks printing at a set threshold.

Understanding the Epson L3160 Waste Ink Counter

With Wic Reset Connect, you can reset the Epson L3160 waste ink counter quickly using a Windows PC, USB connection, and a valid reset key.

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

Three Steps to Restore Epson L3160 Printing

1. Step 1: Use a Windows PC (7–11) with Internet access. Connect Epson L3160 via USB (Wi-Fi reset is not supported).
2. Step 2: Run Wic Reset Connect as Administrator and confirm Epson L3160 is detected.
3. Step 3: Paste the reset key, click Reset, and after completion power-cycle Epson L3160.

Most Epson L3160 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

Before You Begin

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

Common Fixes

• Temporarily disable VPN/proxy if validation fails.
• Close Epson Status Monitor or other printer utilities.
• Restart printer and PC, then try again.
• Try another USB cable (some cables are charge-only).
• Use a direct USB connection (avoid hubs).

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