The Epson EP-801A delivers reliable printing, but periodic maintenance routines can increase the waste ink counter and eventually trigger a ‘Service Required’ lock.

The Epson EP-801A tracks waste ink with an internal counter. Because it is an estimate (not a physical sensor), it may trigger before the pads are actually full.

What Causes the Epson EP-801A Ink Pad Counter Warning?

A service visit is often unnecessary. Wic Reset Connect allows a safe Epson EP-801A waste counter reset in minutes.

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 EP-801A Printing

1. Step 1: Prepare a Windows PC + USB cable and connect Epson EP-801A directly. Keep Internet enabled for validation.
2. Step 2: Run Wic Reset Connect as Administrator and confirm Epson EP-801A is detected.
3. Step 3: Use the key to reset the counter, wait for completion, then restart Epson EP-801A to finalize.

Most Epson EP-801A waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

What You Need

• 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

Common Fixes

• Restart printer and PC, then try again.
• Temporarily disable VPN/proxy if validation fails.
• Use a direct USB connection (avoid hubs).
• Run the app as Administrator.
• Try another USB cable (some cables are charge-only).

Frequently Asked Questions