To reset the waste ink pad counter on an Epson L382 when the orange (or red) lights are blinking, you must use a service utility to "initialize" the internal counter. This error indicates the printer has reached its programmed limit for ink waste and will stop printing until reset.
After reset:
The following guide details how to resolve this "Service Required" error using professional adjustment tools. 1. Identify the Error The most common symptoms for this specific issue include: How to Reset the Waste Ink Pad Counter
Check the boxes for and Platen pad counter . Click Check to verify they are at 100%. Click Initialize to clear the counter to 0%. Click Initialize to clear the counter to 0%
: When prompted, turn off the printer manually, then turn it back on. The error lights should now be gone. 2. Using WIC Reset Utility How to Reset Ink Pad Epson L382, Epson L386 Printer? Epson L386 Printer?