Restore Epson L495 in Minutes – Waste Ink Counter Reset Tutorial
Epson L495 displaying E11 / Service required? That’s the waste ink counter. Fix it fast with WicReset Connect. Keys from 6 EUR. Requires USB on Windows 7–11.
What You’ll See on Epson L495
- Printer refuses to print, LEDs flashing.
- Shows Error E11 or Service required.
- Displays warning: Ink Pad Needs Service.
Why Epson L495 stops
When the waste ink counter maxes out, Epson L495 shows Service required. Counter reset re-enables printing; pads might not be fully saturated yet.
Quick facts – Epson L495 reset
| Model | Error | Solution | OS | Reset time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Epson L495 | Error E11 / Ink Pad Needs Service | WicReset Connect | Windows 7–11 (USB only) | ~2 minutes |
Download reset tool & driver
No verified official Epson driver found for Epson L495. Please refer to Epson Setup Navi for compatible software.
Video tutorial
Available in many languages with narration.
Reset steps for Epson L495
- Connect Epson L495 to your PC via USB cable.
- Launch WicReset Connect and ensure the printer is detected.
- Buy a reset key, input it, and click Reset.
- Wait ~2 minutes, then turn the printer off and on again.
FAQ – Epson L495
Why “Ink Pad Needs Service” appears?
Because the waste ink counter reached its limit.
What is the waste ink counter?
A software estimate of ink absorbed during maintenance/cleaning.
Is it safe to reset?
Yes — it only clears a software counter, no hardware is modified.
Will print quality improve?
Reset restores printing, but quality depends on maintenance and ink.
Do I need internet?
Yes — to validate your reset key online.
Tips for Epson L495 reset
- Reset around ~95% to avoid full lock.
- Reduce unnecessary head cleanings.
- Use a short, high-quality USB cable for stability.
This page is dedicated to Epson L495 reset instructions using WicReset Connect.