Reset Epson L380-l382-l383-l385-l485-l386 Adjustment Program !free! May 2026

Here’s a full step‑by‑step guide to resetting the waste ink pad counter on Epson L380 / L382 / L383 / L385 / L485 / L386 using the Adjustment Program.

⚠️ Warning
Resetting the counter without replacing the waste ink pads may cause ink leakage. Only reset if you have cleaned/replaced the pads or are doing an emergency reset.

Method B: Manual USB Driver Installation

Go to Devices and Printers > Right-click your Epson L380 > Properties > Hardware. Ensure the driver is "USB Printing Support" – not "Generic." Reset Epson L380-l382-l383-l385-l485-l386 Adjustment Program

❓ What is it?

The Adjustment Program (also called Resetter Tool or WIC Reset Utility) is service software used to:

Reset waste ink pad counters
Clear service required errors (flashing lights)
Perform ink charge, initial fill, and EEPROM initialization

⚠️ Not for daily use – only when printer shows “Service Required” or pads are full. Here’s a full step‑by‑step guide to resetting the

4.2 Run Adjustment Program

Disable antivirus temporarily (some programs flag the reset tool as false positive).
Run as Administrator the Adjustment Program executable.
Select Printer Model – Choose your exact model from the dropdown (e.g., L380 Series).
Click “Particular adjustment mode” (or “Specific adjustment mode”).

6. Reset

Check Main pad counter & Borderless pad counter
Click Initialization → OK

Part 7: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Will resetting the counter damage my printer? A: No, the software reset does not touch hardware. However, if the physical pad is saturated, ink will eventually leak. Check your pad every 2 resets.

Q: How many times can I reset my Epson L380? A: Theoretically, unlimited times. Practically, the pad can absorb about 3-4 resets worth of waste ink before needing physical replacement. ⚠️ Warning Resetting the counter without replacing the

Q: Does this tool reset the page counter? A: No. The Adjustment Program resets the waste ink counter, not the total printed pages. Your Epson warranty counter remains unchanged.

Q: Can I use this on Linux or Mac? A: Not directly. You need a Windows virtual machine (like VirtualBox) or Wine. Most users just borrow a Windows laptop.

Q: My printer shows "Paper Jam" after reset – help! A: This is a coincidence. The reset tool does not affect sensors. Clear the paper path manually and turn the printer off/on.

❌ Common errors & fixes

| Error | Fix | |-------|-----| | “Communication error” | Reinstall USB driver, try USB 2.0 port | | Program freezes on “Check” | Run as Win7 compatibility mode | | “Timeout” error | Turn printer off/on before reset attempt | | Counters reset but error remains | Reset both Main + Borderless pads |