Many third-party adjustment programs trigger false positives in Windows Defender or antivirus software due to how they interact with hardware ports. Disable your real-time protection during the process.

A USB cable connecting the printer to the PC (do not use Wi-Fi during the reset). The Epson L14150 Adjustment Program (AdjProg.exe) file. 2. Steps to Reset Waste Ink Pad Counter

Do not use Wi-Fi or Ethernet. The program requires a stable, direct USB connection to communicate with the printer's firmware.

Here are a few places where you can find it.

Calibrates the print head nozzles for sharper images and text.

Check the boxes for Main pad counter and Platen pad counter . Click Check to see your current usage.

A popular third-party alternative that is easier to use but usually requires purchasing a "Reset Key."

Resetting the counter is not a permanent fix. To keep your printer healthy: