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Epson L5196 Reset Waste Ink Counter

Reset Epson L5196 Waste Ink Counter in Minutes

Epson L5196 Waste Ink Counter Reset

If your Epson L5196 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 L5196 uses a software counter to estimate pad saturation and locks printing at a set threshold.

What Causes the Epson L5196 Ink Pad Counter Warning?

Most Epson L5196 waste ink counter locks are solved by a software counter reset. Wic Reset Connect provides a straightforward procedure.

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

Step-by-Step: Epson L5196 Waste Counter Reset

  1. Step 1: Use a Windows PC (7–11) with Internet access. Connect Epson L5196 via USB (Wi-Fi reset is not supported).
  2. Step 2: Start Wic Reset Connect in Administrator mode and wait until Epson L5196 appears in the device list.
  3. Step 3: Enter your reset key and press Reset. Wait ~1–2 minutes, then restart Epson L5196.
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Most Epson L5196 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

What You Need

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a service center?
Typically not for a waste ink counter lock; a reset is usually sufficient.
Can I reset over Wi-Fi?
No. The reset requires a USB connection to a Windows PC.
What if reset doesn’t work?
Check USB cable/port, run as admin, and close other printer utilities.
How long does it take?
Usually about 1–2 minutes.

Guide prepared for Epson L5196 – Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.

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