Epson and Canon ink pad service error reset guide for E11, Service Required and 5B00
Service Required on Epson EP-705A? Here’s the Fast Reset (USB, ~2 min)

Service Required on Epson EP-705A? Here’s the Fast Reset (USB, ~2 min)

Seeing Service required on Epson EP-705A? Reset the waste ink counter with WicReset Connect via USB. Finish in ~2 minutes; keys from 6 EUR. Windows 7–11 supported.

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When Epson EP-705A Needs Reset – Symptoms

  • Printer refuses to print, LEDs flashing.
  • Shows Error E11 or Service required.
  • Displays warning: Ink Pad Needs Service.

Why Epson EP-705A stops

Inside Epson EP-705A a waste ink counter records cleaning/maintenance ink. Hitting the limit triggers a safety lock. Clearing the counter lets you print again, and the pads aren’t necessarily saturated.

Quick facts – Epson EP-705A reset

ModelErrorSolutionOSReset time
Epson EP-705AError E11 / Ink Pad Needs ServiceWicReset ConnectWindows 7–11 (USB only)~2 minutes

Download reset tool & driver

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No verified official Epson driver found for Epson EP-705A. Please refer to Epson Setup Navi for compatible software.

Video tutorial

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Available in many languages with narration.

Reset steps for Epson EP-705A

  1. Connect Epson EP-705A to your PC via USB cable.
  2. Launch WicReset Connect and ensure the printer is detected.
  3. Buy a reset key, input it, and click Reset.
  4. Wait ~2 minutes, then turn the printer off and on again.
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FAQ – Epson EP-705A

Why “Service required” returns soon after reset?

Heavy cleaning or intensive printing quickly raises the counter.

Will an external tank help?

It can delay saturation in heavy-duty use; optional, not mandatory.

Can I downgrade firmware to reset?

Not necessary — WicReset works at the service counter level.

Do trial keys fully unlock?

No — they reduce the counter partially (80–90%).

Can I move the printer during reset?

Avoid movement; keep USB stable until done.

Tips for Epson EP-705A reset

  • Reset around ~95% to avoid full lock.
  • Reduce unnecessary head cleanings.
  • Use a short, high-quality USB cable for stability.
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This page is dedicated to Epson EP-705A reset instructions using WicReset Connect.

Fix “The Ink Pad Needs Service” Error – Supported Epson Models

What you need

  • WicReset Connect key (only about €6 – the cheapest option)
  • Windows PC
  • USB cable

Time required

About 2 minutes

Difficulty

Very easy

Works for errors

  • Epson: E10, E11, E12, E91 and similar service errors
  • Canon: 1700, 5800 and similar waste ink / support code errors
  • Messages like “Waste ink counter full”, “Ink pad at the end of its service life”

Supported printer series

Epson: Artisan, B / BX, C / CX, D / DX, EP / EW, EcoTank (ET), K, L-series, M / ME, N / NX, P / PX / PM, Photo, R / RX, S / SC / SX, T / TX, WorkForce / WF and many other popular series.

Reset Epson ink pad service

If your Epson shows messages like “Ink pad is at the end of its service life”, “Ink pad service required” or “Waste ink pad full”, you can reset the Epson ink pad service using a WicReset Connect key. The program resets the internal waste ink counter, so the printer works again without visiting a service center.

  • Fixes “Epson ink pad service” / “Service required” warnings in a few minutes.
  • Works as a reset Epson ink pad service solution for most EcoTank, L-series, ET-series, XP, WF and Stylus printers.
  • No hardware resetter needed – only a Windows PC, USB cable and WicReset Connect.

FAQ (short)

Q: Do I need to replace the physical ink pad?
A: In most home and office cases you only reset the waste ink counter with WicReset Connect and keep using the printer normally.

Q: Is this a one-time reset?
A: Each key resets the counter once. You can repeat the procedure in the future with another key if the message appears again.