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Canon MP493 Ink Absorber Full Reset

Reset Canon MP493 Waste Ink Counter Easily

Canon MP493 Ink Absorber Full Reset

The “Ink Absorber Full” / service required message on Canon MP493 is common after many cleaning cycles. In most cases, a counter reset restores printing.

Ink absorber pads store waste ink during normal operation. Canon firmware tracks this using a software counter and may stop printing when it reaches the limit.

This page is prepared for Canon MP493. Service mode instructions are shown only when a matching series procedure is known.

Typical Signs

  • 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

Reset the Ink Absorber Counter

After service mode is enabled (if required), the waste ink counter can be reset using a supported reset procedure/software.

Before You Continue

Resetting the counter does not physically clean the absorber pads. For heavy usage, pads may eventually need cleaning or replacement.

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If your model does not show a service mode section, it means no matching procedure was found for its series.

FAQ

How long does it take?
Usually a few minutes once the correct steps are followed.
Does every Canon model need service mode?
No. The generator shows service mode steps only when the series procedure is known.
How many times should I press Stop/Reset?
It depends on the series. Many use 5 presses; PRO/imagePROGRAF/MG use 6 in this generator.
Does reset clean the absorber pads?
No. It resets the counter (software). Pads may still require physical maintenance in high-usage cases.

Guide prepared for Canon MP493 – Ink Absorber / Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.

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