If your Epson TX409 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 TX409 accumulates after cleaning operations. Once it reaches a limit, printing is stopped to prevent overflow.

Why the Epson TX409 Stops Printing (Waste Counter Limit)

With Wic Reset Connect, you can reset the Epson TX409 waste ink counter quickly using a Windows PC, USB connection, and a valid reset key.

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

Three Steps to Restore Epson TX409 Printing

1. Step 1: Use a Windows PC (7–11) with Internet access. Connect Epson TX409 via USB (Wi-Fi reset is not supported).
2. Step 2: Start Wic Reset Connect in Administrator mode and wait until Epson TX409 appears in the device list.
3. Step 3: Use the key to reset the counter, wait for completion, then restart Epson TX409 to finalize.

Most Epson TX409 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

System Requirements

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

Troubleshooting

• Restart printer and PC, then try again.
• Temporarily disable VPN/proxy if validation fails.
• Close Epson Status Monitor or other printer utilities.
• Try another USB cable (some cables are charge-only).
• Run the app as Administrator.

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