The adjustment program resets this counter to 0% in 10 seconds. You should physically clean or replace the pads before resetting, but the software reset is essential regardless. 2. Superior Print Head Alignment (Precision Mode) The standard driver’s alignment is basic. If you have slight vertical banding or micro-weaving in photos, the standard alignment won't fix it.
In this article, we will dive deep into why the than standard software, how to use it safely, and why it is the ultimate solution for resetting waste ink pads, correcting print head alignment, and reviving "dead" printers. What is the Epson L6170 Adjustment Program? The Epson Adjustment Program (also known as a resetter tool or service utility) is proprietary software used by authorized Epson service technicians. Unlike the generic drivers available on the Epson website, this program communicates directly with the printer's firmware at a hardware level.
The Adjustment Program allows you to run an "Initial Ink Charge." This is the same process used when the printer is brand new. It pulls massive amounts of ink through the system, blasting out dried clogs and air pockets that standard cleaning cycles cannot touch. The program reads the printer's internal memory (EEPROM). You can view total pages printed, total ink drops used, and error history. More importantly, you can backup this data.
It turns a $300 paperweight (blocked by a waste ink error) back into a fully functional printer. It allows you to perform factory-level alignments that produce sharper text and smoother gradients than the day you bought it. No online driver will ever give you that power.
If you own an Epson EcoTank L6170, you already know the two golden rules of inkjet printing: refillable tanks save you a fortune, and clogged print heads are your worst nightmare. While the standard driver software handles basic tasks, there is a hidden, more powerful tool that service centers don't want you to know about: the Epson L6170 Adjustment Program .
