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Epson EcoTank M2170 E-10 Error: Ink Pad Life

The Epson EcoTank M2170 E-10 error notifies the user that the ink waste pads have reached their saturation limit. This error is preventive to avoid ink spilling inside the housing. It requires replacing the maintenance box and, in some cases, resetting the internal counter.

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Common causes

  • 1Internal purge counter reached the factory-defined limit.
  • 2Physical saturation of the waste ink pad (felt).
  • 3Prolonged use with excessive head cleanings.

Solutions

Diagnóstico rápido

The printer stops completely and displays the E-10 code, preventing any print or scan function. This is a critical warning of an end-of-life component. If the unit has printed thousands of pages, this is the expected behavior of the counter.

Solución paso a paso

  1. Obtain a new genuine maintenance box for the M2170 model.
  2. Locate the maintenance box door (usually at the back).
  3. Carefully extract the old box to avoid spilling residual ink.
  4. Insert the new box until it clicks firmly into place.
  5. If the error persists, the manufacturer's reset utility or an authorized technician will be required.

Prevención y mantenimiento

Do not attempt to wash the felt pads, as they will lose their absorption capacity and could damage the logic board. Always keep a spare maintenance box if your print volume is very high.

Cuándo llamar a un técnico

This error requires professional technical intervention to safely reset the internal counter without voiding the device warranty.

Ficha técnica del equipo

  • Technology: Ink tank.
  • Speed/Approximate performance: 39 ppm.
  • Connectivity: USB, Wi-Fi.
  • Feed capacity: 250 sheets.
  • Compatible consumable: M2170 series maintenance box.
  • Recommended use: Office.
  • Official drivers/firmware