If your Epson EP-702A 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 EP-702A accumulates after cleaning operations. Once it reaches a limit, printing is stopped to prevent overflow.

Why the Epson EP-702A Stops Printing (Waste Counter Limit)

Most Epson EP-702A waste ink counter locks are solved by a software counter reset. Wic Reset Connect provides a straightforward procedure.

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

Epson EP-702A Ink Pad Counter Reset – Quick Steps

1. Step 1: Prepare a Windows PC + USB cable and connect Epson EP-702A directly. Keep Internet enabled for validation.
2. Step 2: Open Wic Reset Connect with admin privileges and verify device recognition for Epson EP-702A.
3. Step 3: Use the key to reset the counter, wait for completion, then restart Epson EP-702A to finalize.

Most Epson EP-702A waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

System Requirements

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

If the Printer Is Not Detected

• Restart printer and PC, then try again.
• Close Epson Status Monitor or other printer utilities.
• Use a direct USB connection (avoid hubs).
• Temporarily disable VPN/proxy if validation fails.
• Run the app as Administrator.

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