If you only reset the EPROM and do not clean/replace the pads, ink will eventually leak onto your desk or inside the printer, potentially destroying the power supply or mainboard.
If you own an , you know it’s a workhorse for high-quality photo printing. However, like all inkjet printers, it has a hidden "memory" that can eventually stop you from printing. This memory is stored in the EPROM (Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory). When the printer counts too many pages, pad ink waste, or paper jams, it throws a "Service Required" error. reset eprom epson 1410 adjustment program top
Resetting the software counter does not physically clean the ink pads. If your printer has reached its limit, the waste pads are likely saturated with ink. To prevent leakage, you should physically replace the pads or install an External Waste Ink Bottle to collect excess ink. If you only reset the EPROM and do
: Used to reconfigure the printer after major hardware repairs. How to Perform a Reset This memory is stored in the EPROM (Erasable
The (often called SSC Service Utility or WICReset, but specifically the "AdjProg" for the 1410) is a third-party software tool. It communicates directly with the printer’s EPROM to:
To reset the or waste ink counters on an Epson Stylus Photo 1410
: Ensure the printer is connected via USB (not network) and powered on.