You may need to reset the ink pad in the following situations:

If your Epson printer has suddenly stopped working with a "service required" or "ink pad life end" error, you’re dealing with a built-in safety mechanism designed to prevent waste ink from leaking out of the machine.

The ink pad is a small, absorbent pad located inside your Epson printer. Its primary function is to absorb excess ink that is not used during the printing process. As the ink pad absorbs more and more ink, it can become saturated, leading to:

After resetting the ink pad:

To get your printer moving again, you must reset the internal counter to 0% using specialized software.

Resetting the ink pad is a relatively simple process. However, it may void your printer's warranty, so proceed with caution. Here's a step-by-step guide: