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Canon MX450 Ink Absorber Full Reset

Canon MX450 Reset Ink Absorber – Complete Tutorial

Canon MX450 Ink Absorber Full Reset

If your Canon MX450 suddenly refuses to print and shows a maintenance or service warning, the ink absorber counter may have reached its limit.

During head cleaning, surplus ink is routed to internal absorber pads. Canon MX450 monitors this via a counter and can lock printing at a threshold.

This page is prepared for Canon MX450. Service mode instructions are shown only when a matching series procedure is known.

Common Symptoms

  • ‘Ink Absorber Full’ / ‘Service Required’ message
  • Support/service code (varies by series)
  • Printing blocked after cleaning cycles
  • Reset required to continue printing

Reset the Ink Absorber Counter

Once the counter is cleared, Canon MX450 should exit the locked state and printing should resume normally.

Maintenance Reminder

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?

Buy Reset Key ⬇️ Download Wic Reset Connect Instructions

Use a reliable USB connection and follow the steps in order.

FAQ

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 every Canon model need service mode?
No. The generator shows service mode steps only when the series procedure is known.
Does reset clean the absorber pads?
No. It resets the counter (software). Pads may still require physical maintenance in high-usage cases.
How long does it take?
Usually a few minutes once the correct steps are followed.

Guide prepared for Canon MX450 – Ink Absorber / Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.

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