The Epson R200 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 R200 uses a software counter to estimate pad saturation and locks printing at a set threshold.

Why Does the Epson R200 Show ‘Service Required’?

Most Epson R200 waste ink counter locks are solved by a software counter reset. Wic Reset Connect provides a straightforward procedure.

How the Error Appears

• ‘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 R200 Ink Pad Counter Reset – Quick Steps

1. Step 1: Use a Windows PC (7–11) with Internet access. Connect Epson R200 via USB (Wi-Fi reset is not supported).
2. Step 2: Open Wic Reset Connect with admin privileges and verify device recognition for Epson R200.
3. Step 3: Paste the reset key, click Reset, and after completion power-cycle Epson R200.

Most Epson R200 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

Before You Begin

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

If the Printer Is Not Detected

• Run the app as Administrator.
• Use a direct USB connection (avoid hubs).
• Close Epson Status Monitor or other printer utilities.
• Try another USB cable (some cables are charge-only).
• Restart printer and PC, then try again.

Frequently Asked Questions