Canon PIXMA MG5250 waste ink pad counter reset
If your Canon PIXMA MG5250 has stopped printing because its waste ink counter has reached its limit, you can use the program to reset the counter and clear the related error. Download the program for free, then use a reset key to complete the reset.
Canon PIXMA MG5250 ink absorber warning or error
Canon printers may display two types of ink absorber messages: a warning when the waste ink counter is approaching its limit, or an error when the limit has been reached. The exact wording and error code vary by model. For example:
The ink absorber is almost full. Press OK to continue printing. Contact the service center.
The printer uses a software counter for waste ink collected during cleaning and printing. When this counter reaches its limit, printing may stop. Resetting the counter with the program can clear the related error and let your printer print again.
Ready to reset your printer?
The program is free to download. A reset key is needed to complete the operation.
How to reset the counter
Download the program
Install and open the program on your computer.
Connect the printer
Connect your Canon PIXMA MG5250 and follow the instructions for entering service mode.
Enter the key and reset
Use your reset key in the program to clear the waste ink counter error.
Resetting the software counter does not remove ink from the physical absorber. Inspect the absorber and replace it if saturated.