epson 312 ink pad service?

[shabby geek]

Hi Guys
I have an epson xp 312 and it's in need of an ink pad service does anyone know a work around for this as i need the printer working asap and i'm unsure on the e bay software option and obviously don't want epson to service it lol.
Any help would be greatly appreciated
Thanks

[purpledragon]

you probably need to reset the chip and possibly empty the waste ink tank as well