Before you start pressing buttons randomly, it’s crucial to understand the control panel. The Epson WF-3520 features a 2.5-inch color LCD screen surrounded by physical buttons. While none are explicitly labeled “Reset,” three buttons can perform reset-like functions depending on the context.
Note: This will not reset the ink cartridge levels or the waste ink pad counter.
This does not reset the waste ink pad counter (see Part 4). It also does not fix mechanical paper jams. epson wf-3520 reset button
The button (center of the directional pad) does not reset the printer itself, but it resets error states. When the screen displays an error code (e.g., "Paper Jam" or "Cover Open"), pressing OK acts as an acknowledgment reset, clearing the message so you can resume printing.
Next time your WF-3520 acts up, don’t panic. Reach for the button first—it solves more problems than you think. And if that fails, you now have the complete roadmap of every reset option available to this durable, beloved Epson printer. Before you start pressing buttons randomly, it’s crucial
| If you need to… | This is NOT a reset button | Instead, try this… | |----------------|----------------------------|--------------------| | Clear error lights | A physical button | Turn printer off → unplug 60 sec → plug back in | | Reset ink pad counter | Any button on the printer | Use or AdjProg (service tool) | | Cancel a print job | Red “Stop” button | Press Stop/Clear (red X icon) for 3 seconds | | Reset to factory defaults | “Reset” button | Go to Setup → Restore Default Settings | | Clear paper jam error | Any button | Open covers, remove paper, press Stop/Clear |
But is there really a single, dedicated "reset button"? The short answer is —not in the traditional sense (like on a computer case). Instead, the WF-3520 uses a combination of hard buttons, software commands, and internal procedures that act as reset functions. Understanding these can save you hundreds of dollars in repair costs or replacement printers. Note: This will not reset the ink cartridge
The Epson WorkForce WF-3520 does not have a dedicated "factory reset" physical button on the front. Instead, it features a small, recessed button on the back for network resets and a software-based option via the control panel for full factory resets Control Panel Reset (Software)
Let’s explore how to execute each of these.
Printer says “Cartridge empty” but it isn’t.