Epson WF-3641 Waste Ink Counter Reset
If your Epson WF-3641 suddenly refuses to print and shows a maintenance warning, it is often caused by the waste ink (ink pad) counter threshold.
The Epson WF-3641 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.
Why Does the Epson WF-3641 Show ‘Service Required’?
With Wic Reset Connect, you can reset the Epson WF-3641 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
Step-by-Step: Epson WF-3641 Waste Counter Reset
- Step 1: Use a Windows PC (7–11) with Internet access. Connect Epson WF-3641 via USB (Wi-Fi reset is not supported).
- Step 2: Start Wic Reset Connect in Administrator mode and wait until Epson WF-3641 appears in the device list.
- Step 3: Paste the reset key, click Reset, and after completion power-cycle Epson WF-3641.
Most Epson WF-3641 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.
Before You Begin
- Stable Internet connection during reset
- USB connection required (Wi-Fi reset not supported)
- Valid Wic Reset Connect reset key
- Windows 7/8/10/11 PC
Guide prepared for Epson WF-3641 – Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.
