5B00PIXMA G3260

Canon PIXMA G3260 Error 5B00: Ink Pad Full

Canon PIXMA G3260 error 5B00 indicates that the ink absorber pad counter has reached its limit. This is a programmed manufacturer lockout to prevent internal ink spills. Reseting the counter is a software fix, but physical maintenance or replacement of the ink pads is strongly advised.

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Common causes

  • 1Internal ink absorber counter limit hit.
  • 2Excessive use of cleaning cycles.
  • 3Saturated ink pads.
  • 4End of service interval reached.

Solutions

Quick Diagnosis

Error 5B00 happens after high volumes of prints or excessive head cleanings. The printer stops to ensure no ink overflows into internal components.

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. Service mode: Put the printer into service mode using button combinations.
  2. Reset: Use Canon service software to clear the absorber counter to 0.
  3. Physical: If possible, clean the felt pads in the base of the machine.

Prevention and Maintenance

Avoid excessive cleaning cycles. Each time the printer cleans its heads, it dumps ink into the absorber.

When to Call a Technician

If you see ink leaking or are uncomfortable using service utilities, contact a Canon service center.

Technical Specs

  • Technology: Ink tank
  • Consumable: GI-11 ink
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi/USB
  • Support

Steps to follow

  1. 1

    Service mode

    Enter service mode by holding the stop button combination.

  2. 2

    Reset

    Use service software to reset the ink counter.

Frequently asked questions

It means the ink pad waste counter is full, and the printer requires a software reset and ideally maintenance.

Yes, resetting software without physical maintenance poses a risk of ink leakage inside the chassis.

Canon GI-11 bottles provide the best stability for the printer’s heads and tanks.

Only run head cleanings when absolutely necessary, as they drastically shorten the absorber lifespan.