Epson Adjustment Program (also known as a resetter) is a utility used to reset the internal "Waste Ink Pad Counter" on models like the Epson L380, L383, L385, and L485 . When this counter reaches its limit, the printer stops working and often displays a "Service Required" error with blinking red lights. How to Use the Epson Adjustment Program To reset your printer, follow these general steps found in technical guides and video tutorials from YouTube Preparation : Connect your printer directly to your computer via USB (WiFi is often not supported for this specific process) and ensure no other printers are connected. Run the Utility : Open the AdjProg.exe file. If you encounter errors, you may need to temporarily disable antivirus software as it can sometimes flag these tools as false positives. Select Model : Click the button and choose your specific printer model (e.g., L380) from the dropdown list. Set the Port to "Auto Selection" or choose the specific USB port your printer is using. Enter Service Mode Particular Adjustment Mode and select Waste ink pad counter from the maintenance list. Check and Initialize Check the box for Main pad counter button to see the current counter percentage. If it is at 100%, click the Initialize button to reset the counter to zero. : Once the program confirms the reset, turn your printer and then back to finalize the process. Critical Maintenance Note
Epson Adjustment Program: How to Reset Waste Ink Pad Counter for L380, L383, L385, L485 Important Note: This guide is for informational purposes only. Resetting the waste ink counter without physically replacing or maintaining the ink pads may lead to ink overflow, which can damage your printer. Proceed at your own risk. Why Do You Need This Reset? Epson inkjet printers (including EcoTank L380, L383, L385, L485) have a built-in counter that tracks the amount of ink flushed into the internal “waste ink pads.” Once this counter reaches a certain limit (usually after 1-3 years of use), the printer will display an error message such as:
“A printer’s ink pad is at the end of its service life. Please contact Epson Support.” “Service required. Parts inside your printer are near the end of their service life.” Flashing lights: Power LED blinking alternately with the ink or paper LED.
At this point, the printer stops working. The official solution is to replace the waste ink pads at a service center. However, many users use the Epson Adjustment Program to reset the counter and continue printing. What is the Epson Adjustment Program? The Epson Adjustment Program (also known as a "reset key" or "waste ink resetter") is a service tool used by technicians. It communicates directly with the printer’s firmware to reset the waste ink counter. It does not physically clean or replace the pads – it only tells the printer the pads are "new." Supported Models epson adjustment program reset l380l383l385l485
Epson L380 Epson L383 Epson L385 Epson L485
What You’ll Need
A Windows PC (the program does not work on Mac or mobile devices). A USB cable to connect the printer. The Epson Adjustment Program for your specific model (search for Epson Adjustment Program L380 or a multi-version that includes L383/L385/L485). Administrator access on your PC. Epson Adjustment Program (also known as a resetter)
Step-by-Step Reset Procedure Step 1: Prepare the Printer
Turn on the printer. Ensure it shows the “service required” error or is blinking. If it works fine, do not run this program. Connect the printer to your PC via USB.
Step 2: Disable Anti-Virus (Temporarily) Some antivirus programs flag the Adjustment Program as a false positive (it’s a hacking tool, not a virus). Temporarily disable real-time protection. Step 3: Run the Adjustment Program Run the Utility : Open the AdjProg
Extract the downloaded ZIP file (use password if provided, often 1234 or asad ). Right-click the .exe file and select Run as Administrator . In the program window, select your printer model (L380, L383, etc.). Click "Particular adjustment mode" (or "Specific adjustment").
Step 4: Reset Waste Ink Counter