Canon MX860 Reset Ink Absorber – Complete Tutorial

Canon MX860 Ink Absorber Full Reset

Canon MX860 can lock printing when the waste ink (ink absorber) counter hits a predefined threshold. This guide explains how to reset it.

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 MX860. 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

Perform the Waste Ink Counter Reset

After service mode is enabled (if required), the waste ink counter can be reset using a supported reset procedure/software.

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

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

FAQ

Does every Canon model need service mode?

No. The generator shows service mode steps only when the series procedure is known.

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.

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 MX860 – Ink Absorber / Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.