Canon MG5795 Ink Absorber Full Reset
The “Ink Absorber Full” / service required message on Canon MG5795 is common after many cleaning cycles. In most cases, a counter reset restores printing.
Inside Canon printers, absorber pads collect excess ink from cleaning and maintenance cycles. The printer uses an internal counter to estimate pad saturation.
This page is prepared for Canon MG5795. Service mode instructions are shown only when a matching series procedure is known.
What You May Notice
- Service / maintenance warning on the screen or driver
- Printer refuses to print even with ink available
- Blinking lights and queued jobs fail
- Error reappears after restart
How to Enter Service Mode on Canon MG5795
To access maintenance functions, Canon MG5795 may need to be placed in service mode first.
- Turn the printer OFF.
- Press and hold Stop/Reset.
- While holding Stop/Reset, press and hold Power.
- Release Stop/Reset (keep holding Power).
- Press Stop/Reset 6 times.
- Release Power — the printer should enter service mode.
If it doesn’t work, repeat the sequence carefully. The press count depends on the series.
Perform the Waste Ink Counter Reset
Once the counter is cleared, Canon MG5795 should exit the locked state and printing should resume normally.
Important Notes
If absorber pads are truly saturated, ignoring maintenance can lead to ink leakage inside the printer. The counter reset only removes the software lock.
Need a reset solution?
For best results, avoid rushing button presses—consistent timing matters.
Common Fixes
- Try a different USB cable/port if using PC software.
- Use the correct Stop/Reset press count for your series.
- Power-cycle the printer and try again.
- Repeat the service mode steps carefully (timing matters).
- Close other Canon printer utilities while resetting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Guide prepared for Canon MG5795 – Ink Absorber / Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.
