In the next window, check the box next to (and sometimes Platen pad counter, depending on the software version).
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Epson printers use ink pads to collect excess ink during cleaning cycles, borderless printing, and startup. When these pads are full, the printer locks to prevent ink from spilling inside the machine. Resets waste ink pad counter to 0%. Eliminates the need for professional servicing. Prerequisites Before Running the Resetter
: Follow the prompt to turn your printer off and then back on. Your error lights should now be gone. Important: Don’t Forget the Hardware!
Turn your printer back on. The red error lights should be gone, and the display panel will return to its normal ready state. Re-enable your computer's antivirus protection. Crucial Maintenance Warning: Physical vs. Digital Fixes
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: For non-ink-related issues, Epson provides built-in options to Reset Control Panel Defaults through the printer's settings menu, covering network, fax, and copy configurations.
Epson printers are engineered with built-in safety mechanisms to prevent ink spills. Inside the machine, physical porous pads absorb excess ink generated during printhead cleaning cycles and borderless printing.
The L5290 series utilizes a user-replaceable maintenance box (typically model C13T04D100). It is highly recommended to buy a replacement box online, swap it out physically, and then use the software resetter.