Inside your L5190, there is a sponge-like component called the waste ink pad. During print head cleaning cycles, alignment routines, and normal printing, a small amount of ink is flushed through the system. This excess ink drips into the pad. Epson engineers set a conservative counter limit (usually around 15,000 to 20,000 pages). Once reached, the printer enters “service required” mode to prevent ink overflow, which could leak inside the machine.
How to Use the Epson L5190 Resetter Tool (Adjustment Program) epson resetter tool l5190
The software will display a prompt saying, "Please turn off the printer." Turn off your L5190 using its physical power button. Click on the computer screen, then turn your printer back on. Your error lights should stop flashing, and the printer will return to its ready state. Crucial Maintenance: Dealing with the Physical Ink Pads Inside your L5190, there is a sponge-like component
Beyond just resetting the waste ink pad counter, the Adjustment Program for the L5190 can handle several other tasks: Epson engineers set a conservative counter limit (usually
Several factors can cause the counter to fill up more quickly:
: Turn your printer off and back on when prompted to complete the process. ⚠️ Important Considerations