When the printer performs head cleanings or power cycles, waste ink is pumped into an absorbent pad at the base of the unit. The printer tracks this volume via a digital counter. Once a predetermined threshold (usually near 15,000 to 20,000 cleaning cycles) is reached, the printer permanently locks itself with an error message: "Service required. Parts inside your printer are at the end of their service life. See your documentation." (Often referred to as a "Service Required Error" or blinking ink lights).
Ensure your printer is connected directly to your computer using a USB cable, as wireless or network resets often fail. adjustment program reset epson r290
Locate the Maintenance section and select Waste ink pad counter , then click OK . When the printer performs head cleanings or power