If your Epson XP-406 suddenly refuses to print and shows a maintenance warning, it is often caused by the waste ink (ink pad) counter threshold.

A waste ink counter in the Epson XP-406 accumulates after cleaning operations. Once it reaches a limit, printing is stopped to prevent overflow.

Why Does the Epson XP-406 Show ‘Service Required’?

Most Epson XP-406 waste ink counter locks are solved by a software counter reset. Wic Reset Connect provides a straightforward procedure.

Common Symptoms

• 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

Epson XP-406 Ink Pad Counter Reset – Quick Steps

1. Step 1: Use a Windows PC (7–11) with Internet access. Connect Epson XP-406 via USB (Wi-Fi reset is not supported).
2. Step 2: Open Wic Reset Connect with admin privileges and verify device recognition for Epson XP-406.
3. Step 3: Use the key to reset the counter, wait for completion, then restart Epson XP-406 to finalize.

Most Epson XP-406 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

If the Printer Is Not Detected

• Temporarily disable VPN/proxy if validation fails.
• Run the app as Administrator.
• Try another USB cable (some cables are charge-only).
• Use a direct USB connection (avoid hubs).
• Close Epson Status Monitor or other printer utilities.

Frequently Asked Questions