In the new window, check the box next to (and Platen pad counter if visible for your specific firmware version).
Download and extract the Epson L3150 Adjustment Program ZIP file to your desktop.
The flashing lights should stop, and the counter will be at 0%.
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Disclaimer: This guide is for educational purposes. Using the adjustment program is intended to help users extend the life of their printer, but physical maintenance of the waste ink pads may be necessary.
Follow these step-by-step instructions carefully to safely reset your device. Phase 1: Prerequisites and Preparation
If you own an Epson EcoTank L3150, you have likely enjoyed its low-cost printing and refillable ink tanks. However, like all modern Epson printers, the L3150 is equipped with a waste ink pad counter. Once this counter reaches its maximum limit—often after 12–18 months of heavy use—the printer locks itself down with a fatal error message. The most common of these is: “A printer’s ink pads are at the end of their service life. Please contact Epson Support.”
A blue progress bar will appear. When it finishes, you will see the message “Please turn off the printer” .
: Connect your printer to your PC using a USB cable . Wi-Fi or Ethernet connections are often unstable for this specific maintenance task.
The of the program specifically refers to a cracked/patched release circulating on forums and third-party websites, optimized for Windows 10/11 and compatible with the L3150 firmware present in printers manufactured up to mid-2021.
Click the button to see the current percentage. If it is 100%, it is definitely full. Check the same boxes again ( Main pad counter ). Click the Initialization button. Step 5: Finalize the Reset