Service Required on Epson EcoTank ET-4700? Here’s the Fast Reset (USB, ~2 min)
A full contor de cerneală uzată causes E11 on Epson EcoTank ET-4700. Reset via WicReset Connect in ~2 minutes. Keys from 6 EUR. Works on Windows 7–11 over USB.
What You’ll See on Epson EcoTank ET-4700
- Imprimanta nu vrea să imprime, iar LED-urile clipesc.
- Spectacole Eroare E11 sau Serviciu necesar.
- Afișează următorul mesaj de avertizare: Tamponul de cerneală necesită întreținere.
Why Epson EcoTank ET-4700 stops
The service message on Epson EcoTank ET-4700 is usually software-based: the contor de cerneală uzată. Resetting that counter clears the alert and unlocks the printer.
Quick facts – Epson EcoTank ET-4700 reset
| Model | Eroare | Soluție | Sistem de operare | Timp de resetare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Epson EcoTank ET-4700 | Eroare E11 / Tamponul de cerneală necesită întreținere | WicReset Connect | Windows 7–11 (numai prin USB) | ~2 minute |
Download reset tool & driver
No verified official Epson driver found for Epson EcoTank ET-4700. Please refer to Ghidul de configurare Epson pentru software compatibil.
Tutorial video
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Reset steps for Epson EcoTank ET-4700
- Connect Epson EcoTank ET-4700 to your PC via USB cable.
- Lansare WicReset Connect și asigurați-vă că imprimanta este detectată.
- Cumpără un tasta de resetare, introduceți-l și faceți clic pe Resetare.
- Așteptați aproximativ 2 minute, apoi opriți și porniți din nou imprimanta.
FAQ – Epson EcoTank ET-4700
Can I run the reset on macOS/Linux?
Currently no — use a Windows PC.
Do I need admin rights?
Yes — run WicReset Connect as administrator.
Printer not detected?
Check USB cable/drivers and that the device is on and recognized.
Can reset fix paper jam or hardware faults?
❌ No — it only fixes waste ink counter related lock.
Can I use a VM?
Not recommended. Use native Windows for reliability.
Tips for Epson EcoTank ET-4700 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 EcoTank ET-4700 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
- Cablu USB
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” sau “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.