The Epson RX685 delivers reliable printing, but periodic maintenance routines can increase the waste ink counter and eventually trigger a ‘Service Required’ lock.

The Epson RX685 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.

What Causes the Epson RX685 Ink Pad Counter Warning?

With Wic Reset Connect, you can reset the Epson RX685 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

Reset Epson RX685 Waste Ink Counter in 3 Steps

1. Step 1: Prepare a Windows PC + USB cable and connect Epson RX685 directly. Keep Internet enabled for validation.
2. Step 2: Run Wic Reset Connect as Administrator and confirm Epson RX685 is detected.
3. Step 3: Paste the reset key, click Reset, and after completion power-cycle Epson RX685.

Most Epson RX685 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

If the Printer Is Not Detected

• Restart printer and PC, then try again.
• Temporarily disable VPN/proxy if validation fails.
• Close Epson Status Monitor or other printer utilities.
• Try another USB cable (some cables are charge-only).
• Use a direct USB connection (avoid hubs).

Frequently Asked Questions