Canon iP4840 Printer Ink Absorber Full – How to Reset

Canon iP4840 Ink Absorber Full Reset

Canon iP4840 can lock printing when the waste ink (ink absorber) counter hits a predefined threshold. This guide explains how to reset it.

Inside Canon printers, absorber pads collect excess ink from cleaning and maintenance cycles. The printer uses an internal counter to estimate pad saturation.

This page is prepared for Canon iP4840. 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

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

Important Notes

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

Buy Reset Key ⬇️ Download Wic Reset Connect Instructions

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

If It Doesn’t Work

Repeat the service mode steps carefully (timing matters).
Use the correct Stop/Reset press count for your series.
Try a different USB cable/port if using PC software.
Close other Canon printer utilities while resetting.
Power-cycle the printer and try again.

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.

Does reset clean the absorber pads?

No. It resets the counter (software). Pads may still require physical maintenance in high-usage cases.

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 iP4840 – Ink Absorber / Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.