Many websites offering "free downloads" of adjustment programs are loaded with adware, trojans, or ransomware. Never download from unknown torrent sites or pop-up-heavy portals.

Resetting the counter without physically cleaning or replacing the waste ink pads can lead to ink overflow, damaging your desk and the printer's internals. Use this tool responsibly.

Follow these exact steps to unlock your Epson EcoTank M1170 safely. Step 1: Download the Tool

The M1170 is an (high-volume black-and-white printing). Its waste ink counter fills more slowly than color printers, but resetting may still be needed after years of heavy use.

If you have obtained the software and are looking for the "paper instructions" on how to use it, the standard procedure is usually as follows:

Because this is a service-level tool, it is not typically available on the official Epson Support Page , which primarily hosts drivers and user manuals. You can find the adjustment program through these secondary sources:

Once you have the top version downloaded, follow these steps precisely to avoid bricking your printer.

The Adjustment Program is a standard driver or utility provided by Epson to general consumers. It is a proprietary service tool used to: