: A prompt will tell you to turn off the printer. Turn it off, then back on to complete the reset. Alternative: WIC Reset Utility If the specific Adjustment Program fails, the WIC Reset Utility is a more professional alternative. It supports: wic-reset.com Reading and resetting waste ink counters. Firmware updates and recovery.

After extensive testing and community feedback (from forums like Badcaps, ResetPrinter, and Reddit r/printers), the most reliable clean source is:

Epson locks the printer to prevent ink from overflowing.

: Instead of paying for a professional service or purchasing a new printer, this software allows you to clear the waste ink counter yourself for free.

Assuming you have obtained a verified “Nosware” version of the Epson Adjustment Program (version 3.7.0 or newer for the M100), follow these steps.