Inside every Epson EcoTank printer, including the ET-2600 & ET-2650, sits one or more absorbent waste ink pads. These pads serve a vital function: they capture excess ink generated during essential maintenance routines like printhead cleaning, nozzle checks, and initial setup priming. Every drop of ink diverted into these pads is meticulously tracked by a software counter within the printer’s firmware. This counter is the waste ink pad counter. Its sole purpose is to estimate how saturated the pads are becoming. When this counter reaches a pre-defined threshold set by Epson, the printer triggers the “Service Required” or “Printer parts have reached the end of their service life” error, effectively halting printing to prevent potential ink leakage from overflowing pads.
In this article, we will explain in more detail what a resetter is and its functions, as well as how you can download and use it so that your printer can be properly maintained at home.
Table of Contents
- Common Issues That Require Resetting
- Why Epson ET-2600 & ET-2650 Need Resetting?
- What is the Epson ET-2600 ET-2650 Resetter?
- How to Use Epson ET-2600 & ET-2650 Resetter?
- Download Epson ET-2600 & ET-2650 Resetter Here
Common Issues That Require Resetting
Several specific error conditions typically indicate the need for resetter software intervention. The most common error message appears as “The printer’s ink pads at the end of their service life” or “Service Required.” These messages are accompanied by blinking red lights and a complete printer shutdown.
Another frequent issue is the “Ink pad is at the end of its service life” error, which occurs when the waste ink counter reaches its maximum value. This counter increments during head cleaning cycles, borderless printing, and regular maintenance operations that the printer performs automatically.
Communication errors between the printer and computer can sometimes be resolved through a reset. If the printer appears to be functioning normally but can’t communicate properly with the computer, a reset might restore proper communication protocols.
Why Epson ET-2600 & ET-2650 Need Resetting?
The “Service Required” & “Ink pad is at the end of its service life” error triggered by the full waste ink counter doesn’t necessarily mean the physical pads are instantly overflowing. Epson sets the threshold conservatively to provide a safety margin. However, the printer’s firmware enforces this limit strictly. Here’s why resetting the counter is the primary solution:
- Software Limit, Not (Always) Physical Limit: The error is based on the counter’s calculation, not a direct sensor measuring the pad’s wetness. Resetting the counter tells the printer to start counting again from zero.
- Regain Printer Functionality: Without resetting the counter, your ET-2600 & ET-2650 will refuse to print, becoming an expensive paperweight.
- Cost-Effective Maintenance: Replacing the physical waste ink pads involves significant disassembly, which can be complex and messy. Resetting the counter is often the first and most economical step, potentially extending the usable life of the existing pads significantly before physical replacement is eventually needed.
- Avoid Premature Service: For many users, especially moderate home users, resetting the counter can delay the need for professional service or pad replacement for a long time.
What is the Epson ET-2600 ET-2650 Resetter?
A printer resetter, also known as an adjustment program, is specialized software designed to reset internal counters and settings within Epson printers. These programs communicate directly with the printer’s firmware to modify or reset various parameters that control printer operation.
The primary purpose of resetter software is to reset the waste ink pad counter, which tracks how much ink has been absorbed by the printer’s internal waste ink pads. When this counter reaches a predetermined limit, the printer will display error messages and refuse to operate, even if the physical waste ink pads are not actually full.
The Epson Resetter ET-2600, ET-2650 Adjustment Program is a user-friendly application designed to reset the waste ink pad counter on select Epson printer models. This software enables users to restore their printer to working condition without requiring professional service intervention.
Resetter software becomes necessary because Epson printers are programmed with built-in limitations that prevent continued operation once certain thresholds are reached. These limitations are partly for environmental and safety reasons, but they can also lead to premature printer retirement if not properly managed.
How to Use Epson ET-2600 & ET-2650 Resetter?
1. Before you download and use the Epson ET-2600 & ET-2650 Resetter, we recommend that you disable all antivirus programs on your computer for the time being. This is done to prevent the antivirus from mistakenly detecting the resetter program as malicious. Then, make sure to turn on the printer and connect it to the computer via the printer’s USB cable.
2. After that, you can download the Epson ET-2600 & ET-2650 resetter via the link below the article.
3. After you have downloaded the resetter file, extract the resetter file by right-clicking on the file then selecting Extract All.
4. Open the resetter folder and run the file named “AdjProg.exe” by clicking on it twice. The first time you run it, you will need a password, which you can see in the file “_Password.txt”.
5. After the resetter program has successfully run, please click the “SELECT” button, select your printer model, then click “OK”.
6. Continue by clicking the “Particular adjustment mode” button.
7. Select the “Waste ink pad counter” in the Maintenance option and click “OK”.
8. Tick the “Main pad counter” option, then proceed to click ‘Check’, and then click the “Initialize” button. After a successful reset, turn off the printer, and then you can turn it on the printer again. You can close the resetter program afterwards.
9. If the reset process fails, try moving the printer’s USB cable to another available port on the computer. After that, you can repeat the reset process.
Download Epson ET-2600 & ET-2650 Resetter Here
You must check Physical Pads (If Possible/Feasible), while often difficult without disassembly, be mindful of your printer’s age and usage. If you’ve printed very heavily for years, the pads might genuinely be saturated. Resetting repeatedly on truly full pads risks ink leaks, which can damage your printer’s internal electronics. Visual inspection usually requires opening the printer case.
Now that you know what the resetter does and how to use it wisely to avoid further damage to your printer, you should be able to use the resetter with caution. For those of you who need an Epson ET-2600 & ET-2650 resetter, you can download it via the following link.
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