If your Epson EP-904A suddenly refuses to print and shows a maintenance warning, it is often caused by the waste ink (ink pad) counter threshold.

During head cleaning and maintenance cycles, excess ink is routed to internal absorber pads. The Epson EP-904A uses a software counter to estimate pad saturation and locks printing at a set threshold.

Why the Epson EP-904A Stops Printing (Waste Counter Limit)

Most Epson EP-904A waste ink counter locks are solved by a software counter reset. Wic Reset Connect provides a straightforward procedure.

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

Step-by-Step: Epson EP-904A Waste Counter Reset

1. Step 1: Connect Epson EP-904A to a Windows computer with a stable Internet connection using a USB cable.
2. Step 2: Start Wic Reset Connect in Administrator mode and wait until Epson EP-904A appears in the device list.
3. Step 3: Paste the reset key, click Reset, and after completion power-cycle Epson EP-904A.

Most Epson EP-904A waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

If the Printer Is Not Detected

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

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