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Detailed guide to the printer reset operation after refilling toner

The following is a detailed guide to reset printer operation after refilling toner, which integrates the general operation methods of mainstream brand models:

1. ‌General zeroing operation steps‌

Preparation‌:

Make sure the toner cartridge is properly installed and turn off the printer power

Prepare tools such as toothpicks/paper clips (for physical reset operations)

Basic reset process‌:

Press and hold the “Power Button” + “Stop Button” at the same time to turn on the machine (applicable to most Brother models)

Enter “Maintenance Mode” through the control panel → Select “Reset Toner Counter”

Observe the changes in the status light: Green light always on means success

2. Brand-differentiated operation

Brother HL series models:

Open the front cover when the machine is powered on → press the “OK” button → select “Replace toner cartridge” → confirm reset

Brother DCP/MFC series:

Press and hold the “Function key” to enter the menu → select “Reset” → enter “*11” → confirm execution

Epson printers:

Manual reset (L310 and other models):

After shutting down, press and hold the “Power button” + “Ink button” for 10 seconds → release after the red light flashes

Epson ME series models:

Enter the maintenance menu → “Waste” ink pad counter” option → check the reset item and initialize

3. Software-assisted reset

Special tool operation process:

Download the corresponding model reset software (such as Epson ME350 using AdjProgcrackedf.exe)

Connect the printer → select the port → execute “Waste ink pad counter” initialization

Note: Some new models need to be connected in maintenance mode (such as Canon MP288 need to press the paper feed key 5 times to enter the mode)

Cross-brand universal tool:

Use “Service Tool” (Service Tool) Select “Maintenance” → “Reset Parts Life”

4. Precautions

Before operation, the printer model must be confirmed. Incorrect reset may cause functional abnormality

If multiple reset failures occur, check the chip contacts or replace the original toner cartridge

Network shared printers need to perform reset operations on the host side

After software reset, it is recommended to restart the device to verify the status

(Operation diagrams can be obtained through the Brother official website service section to obtain the latest guide manual)