When the Epson L4168 reaches its maintenance threshold, Epson firmware may block printing as a safeguard. In most cases, this is resolved with a counter reset.

A waste ink counter in the Epson L4168 accumulates after cleaning operations. Once it reaches a limit, printing is stopped to prevent overflow.

Why Does the Epson L4168 Show ‘Service Required’?

A service visit is often unnecessary. Wic Reset Connect allows a safe Epson L4168 waste counter reset in minutes.

Common Symptoms

• ‘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

Reset Epson L4168 Waste Ink Counter in 3 Steps

1. Step 1: Use a Windows PC (7–11) with Internet access. Connect Epson L4168 via USB (Wi-Fi reset is not supported).
2. Step 2: Start Wic Reset Connect in Administrator mode and wait until Epson L4168 appears in the device list.
3. Step 3: Use the key to reset the counter, wait for completion, then restart Epson L4168 to finalize.

Most Epson L4168 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.