E13PIXMA E477

Canon PIXMA E477 Error E13: Ink Low/Empty Warning

The Canon PIXMA E477 error E13 informs you that the ink levels in the cartridges are exhausted according to the internal printer counter. While this stops normal operation, you can bypass the notification for emergency printing. However, replacing the ink is recommended to maintain print quality and hardware integrity.

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Common causes

  • 1Empty ink: The cartridge counter has expired.
  • 2Counter mismatch: The system has not registered the new cartridge.
  • 3Dirty chip: Contact failure affects sensor reading.
  • 4Compatible ink: Third-party cartridges may cause inaccurate reporting.

Solutions

Diagnóstico rápido

The E13 error is a status notification rather than a hardware failure. If you wonder why does my Canon PIXMA E477 show error E13, it is the printer stating the ink cartridge counter reached its limit.

Solución paso a paso

  1. Observe the blinking alarm light.
  2. Hold down the Stop/Reset button for about 5-10 seconds.
  3. Release it when you see the printer engaging the carriage.
  4. Note that your print quality may suffer if the cartridge is truly empty.

Prevención y mantenimiento

Using genuine PG-47 and CL-57s consumables ensures accurate ink level reporting. Avoid running the printer with empty cartridges consistently, as this can overheat the print head.

Cuándo llamar a un técnico

If the error E13 does not go away after installing new ink cartridges, there could be a fault with the reader or the cartridge contacts.

Ficha técnica del equipo

  • Technology: Thermal Inkjet.
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi.
  • Ink Series: PG-47 / CL-57s.
  • Recommended Use: Home / Student.
  • Output Resolution: 4800 x 1200 dpi.
  • Official Drivers/Firmware

Steps to follow

  1. 1

    Identify alert

    Printer displays E13 due to low ink.

  2. 2

    Bypass error

    Hold the Stop button for 5 seconds.

  3. 3

    Resume printing

    Printer will ignore the ink level and proceed.

Frequently asked questions

The ink counter has reached zero pages.

Printing while truly empty can damage the head.

Use original PG-47 and CL-57s cartridges.

Replace the cartridges once the error becomes persistent.