When the Epson PM-A940 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 PM-A940 accumulates after cleaning operations. Once it reaches a limit, printing is stopped to prevent overflow.

What Causes the Epson PM-A940 Ink Pad Counter Warning?

With Wic Reset Connect, you can reset the Epson PM-A940 waste ink counter quickly using a Windows PC, USB connection, and a valid reset key.

Epson PM-A940 Ink Pad Counter Reset – Quick Steps

1. Step 1: Prepare a Windows PC + USB cable and connect Epson PM-A940 directly. Keep Internet enabled for validation.
2. Step 2: Start Wic Reset Connect in Administrator mode and wait until Epson PM-A940 appears in the device list.
3. Step 3: Enter your reset key and press Reset. Wait ~1–2 minutes, then restart Epson PM-A940.

Most Epson PM-A940 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

Before You Begin

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

Troubleshooting

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