Canon MB2150 Ink Absorber Full Reset

The “Ink Absorber Full” / service required message on Canon MB2150 is common after many cleaning cycles. In most cases, a counter reset restores printing.

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 MB2150. 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

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.

Reset tools and instructions

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

Common Fixes

• 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.
• Power-cycle the printer and try again.
• Close other Canon printer utilities while resetting.

Frequently Asked Questions