Canon TS702a Ink Absorber Full Reset
If your Canon TS702a suddenly refuses to print and shows a maintenance or service warning, the ink absorber counter may have reached its limit.
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 TS702a. Service mode instructions are shown only when a matching series procedure is known.
What You May Notice
- ‘Ink Absorber Full’ / ‘Service Required’ message
- Support/service code (varies by series)
- Printing blocked after cleaning cycles
- Reset required to continue printing
How to Enter Service Mode on Canon TS702a
Some Canon series require entering service mode before the ink absorber counter can be reset.
- 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 5 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.
Finalize the Reset and Restore Printing
After service mode is enabled (if required), the waste ink counter can be reset using a supported reset procedure/software.
Maintenance Reminder
Treat the reset as a maintenance step. If your printer has extremely high usage, consider cleaning/replacing absorber pads to avoid overflow.
Download & get started
Use a reliable USB connection and follow the steps in order.
If It Doesn’t Work
- Try a different USB cable/port if using PC software.
- Power-cycle the printer and try again.
- Close other Canon printer utilities while resetting.
- Repeat the service mode steps carefully (timing matters).
- Use the correct Stop/Reset press count for your series.
FAQ
Guide prepared for Canon TS702a – Ink Absorber / Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.
