Click to see the current percentage (usually 100% when locked).

: After resetting the counter, it is highly recommended to physically inspect or replace the waste ink pads to prevent actual ink leakage in the future. Resetting the counter without addressing the physical pads is only a temporary software fix.

The physical pads should ideally be replaced or washed, and the digital counter must be set back to zero using an adjustment program. Features of the Epson L850 Adjustment Program

Look for this button and select Waste ink pad counter from the list. Check & Initialize:

Turn your printer back on. The red blinking error lights should now be gone, and the printer will return to its normal ready state. Important Safety and Hardware Considerations

Once this counter hits 100%, the printer locks itself down to prevent excess ink from leaking onto your desk or damaging internal electronics.

Leo navigated through the tabs until he found the section labeled He clicked it. A new window appeared showing the counters. Main Pad: 100%. Platen: 100%.

Click the button at the top of the interface. Choose L850 under the Model Name dropdown and select the active USB port, then click OK .

Inside the program window, click the button. Choose your specific model ( L850 ) and match the destination port to your active USB port, then click OK .

Arthur took a deep breath. "Do it."

Close the program. Your printer should now function normally. Troubleshooting Tips