If your Epson L1800 has stopped printing and shows the message “Service Required” or “Ink Pad is at the end of its service life,” don’t worry. This doesn’t mean your printer is broken. It just means it’s time to reset the internal waste ink pad counter using a resetter tool.

Let’s go step-by-step and see how to bring your printer back to life. 

What Is the Epson L1800 Resetter?

The L1800 resetter tool (also known as an Adjustment Program) is a small software that tells your printer to reset its internal counter for waste ink usage. Every time the printer cleans its nozzles, a little bit of ink goes into a sponge pad inside the printer. Over time, the printer keeps count of this and eventually stops working to prevent ink overflow.

Resetting the counter makes the printer think the pad is new again—letting you continue printing.

How to Reset Epson L1800 Resetter Tool Use

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Download Epson L1800 resetter from reliable source.
2. Extract ZIP or RAR file using tools (WinRAR or 7-Zip).
3. Run file called AdjProg.exe (Adjustment Program).
4. Turn on your Epson L1800 and connect it to PC with the help of USB.
5. In the software, click “Select” and choose the L1800 model and the correct port.
6. Click “Particular Adjustment Mode.”
7. Choose “Waste Ink Pad Counter” from the list.
8. Tick the boxes for “Main Pad Counter” and “Platen Pad Counter” if available.
9. Click “Check” to see the current values.
10. Click “Initialize” to reset the counter.
11. When prompted, turn off the printer, then turn it back on.
12. The error should be gone, and your printer will work normally again.

Important Tips

• Don’t use unknown reset tools—they may harm your system.
• Reset only when needed (when you actually see the error).
• After a few resets, clean or replace the actual waste ink pad to avoid ink leakage.
• Always scan the tool with antivirus before using.

Epson L1800 Resetter – FAQs

1. Why does my Epson L1800 show “Service Required”?
   A: It means the waste ink pad counter has reached its limit. It’s a safety feature to avoid ink spilling inside the printer.
2. Is the resetter tool safe to use?
   A: Yes, if downloaded from a trusted website and used properly.
3. Does the Epson L1800 require a reset key to be purchased?
   A purchased key is required for certain programs (such as the WIC Reset Utility), but there are also free resetters available.
4. Can paper jams or cartridge faults be fixed with this resetter?
   A: Not at all. Only the waste ink counter is reset. Other solutions are required for hardware issues.
5. If I repeatedly reset without wiping the pad, what will happen?
   A: Internal damage and leaks could result from the printer’s sponge overflowing. After one or two resets, it is preferable to clean or replace the pad