:Keep those boxes checked and click Initialize . A pop-up will ask for confirmation; click OK .
Technically, Epson wants you to bring the printer to an authorized service center. They will replace the physical pad (or maintenance box) and then run an official reset tool. However, for an EcoTank L1250, the cost of this service can be 50-70% of the printer’s original price. This is why the DIY community created third-party utilities. Resetter Epson L1250
Your printer isn’t broken. You just need to reset the waste ink pad counter. Let’s walk through what this means and how to do it safely. :Keep those boxes checked and click Initialize