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Resetting the counter without addressing the physical pad will eventually cause ink to leak inside your printer.
On the Epson L3256, the waste ink pad is located under the print head carriage on the right side. To replace it:
After pad replacement, then use the adjustment program top to reset the counter.
Before proceeding, understand that resetting the counter without replacing the waste ink pad can lead to ink leakage. Always check or replace the pad first.
| Problem | Solution |
|--------|----------|
| Program doesn’t detect printer | Use USB only; reinstall driver; check USB cable; ensure printer not in error state |
| “Communication error” | Turn printer off, run program first, then turn printer on while program searches |
| Need password for service mode | Defaults often: 1234, 0000, or none. Some versions require a key generator |
| Counter still shows high after reset | Reset both Main and Platen; some firmware blocks reset – try older program version |
Epson does not endorse end-user reset tools. The adjustment program is intended for authorized technicians only. However, in many countries, the right to repair allows consumers to reset their own hardware. As long as you own the printer and properly manage waste ink (to prevent environmental harm), using the adjustment program falls under fair use.
Never sell the adjustment program or use it for commercial printer repair without proper certification.
Launch the program
Enter service mode
Navigate to counter reset
Reset counters
Exit properly
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