Check the box next to (and any other counter boxes listed, such as Platen pad counter , if applicable).

To reset your Epson printer’s waste ink pad counter using resetter software and WinRAR, follow the step-by-step guide below. This process resolves common "Service Required" errors.

If you do not already have WinRAR installed on your computer, you must download it from the official website to avoid malware. Go to the official WinRAR website ( rarlab.com ).

Most Epson adjustment programs (resetters) are flagged as false positives by antivirus software.

Because adjustment programs modify hardware firmware, Windows Defender or third-party antivirus software often flag AdjProg.exe as a false positive or a generic trojan. If the file vanishes immediately after extraction, temporarily disable your antivirus real-time protection, extract the file again using WinRAR, run the reset, and then immediately turn your antivirus back on.

Epson Adjustment Programs are third-party administrative utilities. Because they modify the internal firmware configuration of your printer via USB, Windows Defender and other antivirus suites frequently flag them as "False Positives" (falsely identifying them as malware or a Trojan).

Open your web browser and navigate to the official WinRAR website.

If you can tell me the , I can help you find the correct resetter software link or troubleshoot a specific error code .

Inside the adjustment program interface, click the button.

button and choose your specific Epson printer model and port (usually USB). Enter Adjustment Mode: Particular Adjustment Mode Find the Counter: Waste ink pad counter under the Maintenance section and click Check & Initialize: Check the boxes for Main Pad Counter (and others if listed). to see the current usage percentage. Initialization to reset those counters back to zero.

How to Download and Extract Epson Resetter Software Using WinRAR

This issue occurs because the waste ink pads—the physical sponges inside the printer that catch excess ink during cleaning cycles—are flagged by the printer's internal counter as full. While the physical pads might still have room, the software locks the printer to prevent ink spills.

Fortunately, you can bypass this lock and restore your machine using the Epson Adjustment Program (also known as the Epson Resetter). Because these utility tools are usually distributed as compressed archive files, you must use WinRAR to safely extract and execute them. Step 1: Download and Install WinRAR

Most adjustment programs are distributed as freeware for personal and educational use, though some sources may charge for access. Be cautious of any website demanding payment—legitimate resetter tools should be freely available.

If the archive requires a password (often provided on the download site), type it into the WinRAR prompt and click . Step 4: Run the Epson Adjustment Program