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Canon MX870 Ink Absorber Full Reset

MX870 Ink Absorber Full Reset – Step-by-Step Guide

Canon MX870 Ink Absorber Full Reset

Canon MX870 can lock printing when the waste ink (ink absorber) counter hits a predefined threshold. This guide explains how to reset it.

During head cleaning, surplus ink is routed to internal absorber pads. Canon MX870 monitors this via a counter and can lock printing at a threshold.

This page is prepared for Canon MX870. 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

Perform the Waste Ink Counter Reset

Completing the reset clears the internal ink absorber counter stored in printer memory and restores normal operation.

Warnings

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

Reset tools and instructions

Buy Reset Key ⬇️ Download Wic Reset Connect Instructions

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take?
Usually a few minutes once the correct steps are followed.
Does reset clean the absorber pads?
No. It resets the counter (software). Pads may still require physical maintenance in high-usage cases.
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.

Guide prepared for Canon MX870 – Ink Absorber / Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.

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