Open the extracted folder, locate the AdjProg.exe file, right-click it, and select .

Epson Adjustment Program Activation and Reset Tutorial for Epson Printers

Epson printers feature internal sponge pads designed to collect excess ink during initial setup, printhead cleaning cycles, and borderless printing.

The Adjustment Program for the R290 contains several other useful modules.

What (e.g., Windows 10, Windows 11) is your computer running?

Once this counter reaches approximately 95% to 100% capacity, the printer triggers a hardware lock, displaying a message indicating that "Parts inside your printer are at the end of their service life." The Adjustment Program is a proprietary service utility designed by Epson to interact with the printer's firmware, allowing service technicians to reset these counters to zero.

Temporary deactivate your antivirus software or Windows Defender. Because adjustment programs modify internal printer firmware via USB, security software occasionally flags them as false positives. Step-by-Step Instructions to Reset the Epson R290 Counter

Epson equips inkjet printers like the R290 with internal waste ink pads. These porous pads absorb excess ink during the initial setup, head cleaning cycles, and borderless printing sessions. Why Does the Printer Lock Up?

By following this guide, you can successfully bypass planned obsolescence and keep your Epson R290 printing high-quality photos for years to come.

Any or messages displayed by the program

Choose from the Model Name dropdown menu. Leave the Port selection on Auto Selection and click OK . Step 3: Navigate to the Counter Reset Screen

After a brief pause, a prompt will appear saying: "Please turn off the printer."