The Epson ET-1810 delivers reliable printing, but periodic maintenance routines can increase the waste ink counter and eventually trigger a ‘Service Required’ lock.

During head cleaning and maintenance cycles, excess ink is routed to internal absorber pads. The Epson ET-1810 uses a software counter to estimate pad saturation and locks printing at a set threshold.

Why Does the Epson ET-1810 Show ‘Service Required’?

Most Epson ET-1810 waste ink counter locks are solved by a software counter reset. Wic Reset Connect provides a straightforward procedure.

Three Steps to Restore Epson ET-1810 Printing

1. Step 1: Prepare a Windows PC + USB cable and connect Epson ET-1810 directly. Keep Internet enabled for validation.
2. Step 2: Open Wic Reset Connect with admin privileges and verify device recognition for Epson ET-1810.
3. Step 3: Use the key to reset the counter, wait for completion, then restart Epson ET-1810 to finalize.

Most Epson ET-1810 waste counter resets finish in ~1–2 minutes.

Before You Begin

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

Common Fixes

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