When the Epson EP-709A reaches its maintenance threshold, Epson firmware may block printing as a safeguard. In most cases, this is resolved with a counter reset.

The Epson EP-709A 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.

Understanding the Epson EP-709A Waste Ink Counter

With Wic Reset Connect, you can reset the Epson EP-709A 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

Epson EP-709A Ink Pad Counter Reset – Quick Steps

1. Step 1: Prepare a Windows PC + USB cable and connect Epson EP-709A directly. Keep Internet enabled for validation.
2. Step 2: Start Wic Reset Connect in Administrator mode and wait until Epson EP-709A appears in the device list.
3. Step 3: Paste the reset key, click Reset, and after completion power-cycle Epson EP-709A.

Most Epson EP-709A waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

System Requirements

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

Common Fixes

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

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