Reset Epson L380-l382-l383-l385-l485-l386 Adjustment Program Guide

: Resetting the software does not clean the physical pads. If you reset the counter multiple times without replacing or cleaning the pads, ink may eventually leak from the bottom of the printer.

| Error | Likely Cause | Solution | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Using Wi-Fi or bad USB cable | Switch to a known-good USB cable. Disable wireless on the printer. | | "Model not supported" | Wrong version of tool | You need a newer adjustment program (v2.0.0 or higher for L385/L386). | | Program crashes on launch | Windows 10/11 security | Right-click > Properties > Compatibility > Run as Windows 7. | | Counter resets but error returns after 1 page | Physical pad is saturated; sensor shorted | Replace the physical waste ink pads physically. | | "Reset" button is greyed out | Printer not in service error mode | Force error by running 2-3 deep cleaning cycles until the printer locks. | Reset Epson L380-l382-l383-l385-l485-l386 Adjustment Program

To understand the reset tool, you must first understand the problem: : Resetting the software does not clean the physical pads

To reset the waste ink pad counter on your Epson L380 , L485, or L386 printer, you can use the (often called a "Resetter") . This process clears the "service required" error that occurs when the printer's internal ink pads are detected as full. Pre-Reset Checklist Disable wireless on the printer

If the official Adjustment Program gives you a "Reset count limit reached" error, try . This is a paid utility ($10) that works for unlimited resets on these models.

Follow these instructions exactly. Do not skip any steps.