: Users connect the printer to a computer and run the reset utility, often as an administrator.
To prevent the pads from overflowing and leaking ink onto your desk, Epson printers are programmed with a digital counter. Once the printer estimates that the pads have absorbed a certain amount of ink, it triggers the "Service Required" error and locks the printer to protect the hardware. epson l386 ink pad reset
| Feature | Limitation | |---------|-------------| | | Does not replace or clean the actual ink pad. If physically saturated, ink may leak and damage printer. | | Warranty | Performing a reset may void Epson warranty if done before official service. | | Repeat resets | Multiple resets without pad replacement or external waste ink tank will cause overflow. | : Users connect the printer to a computer
Then— BEEP.