Canon MG5650 – Waste Ink Counter Reset

How to remove 5B00 and 1700 errors on Canon MG5650 using WICReset Connect

It’s common for Canon MG5650 printers to stop working after long usage and trigger errors like 5B00 or “Ink absorber full”. Fortunately, the fix is straightforward — reset the waste ink counter at home using WICReset Connect.

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Quick Summary

Enter service mode on Canon MG5650
Download & install WICReset Connect
Connect your printer via USB
Reset takes about 2 minutes

Required Step

How to Enter Service Mode on Canon MG5650

Follow this exact sequence:

Turn off your Canon printer.
Press and hold the RESET button on your Canon printer.
Press and hold the printer’s POWER button (wait a moment for the printer to turn on).
Release the RESET button but continue to hold the POWER button.
While holding the POWER button, press and release the RESET button 6 times.
After pressing and releasing the RESET button the specified number of times, wait a moment before releasing the POWER button.

How to Reset Waste Ink Counter on Canon MG5650 – Step-by-Step

Step 1 – Download WICReset Connect

Click the button below to download WICReset Connect for Canon printers:

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Step 2 – Enter Service Mode & Connect via USB

Ensure Canon MG5650 is in service mode.
Connect to your PC using a USB cable.
Wi-Fi is not supported for resetting.

Step 3 – Open WICReset Connect

Open WICReset Connect as Administrator.

Step 4 – Enter Your Reset Key & Click RESET

Buy a reset key using the button below.
Enter the key in the program.
Click RESET to start the operation.

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The reset takes about 2 minutes.

Step 5 – Restart Printer

Wait until the program confirms completion.
Turn the printer off for 10 seconds.
Turn it back on — errors should disappear.

Canon MG5650 Error Codes Explained

5B00 – waste ink absorber full
1700 – ink absorber almost full
5B02 – ink absorber full (reset required)

These errors do not mean your Canon MG5650 is damaged. It only means the internal waste ink counter reached 100% and must be reset.

WICReset Connect resets the counter safely in about 2 minutes.

Video Instructions – Canon Reset Tutorial

Watch the official Canon reset tutorial with voice-over and step-by-step explanation:

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Available in 10 languages. Follow the video for a fast, safe reset.

FAQ – Canon MG5650 Reset

Will a reset fix my 5B00 error?

Yes, resetting the counter removes 5B00 instantly.

Why is Wi-Fi not allowed for this process?

The reset requires a direct USB communication channel.

How do I verify the printer is in service mode?

WICReset Connect will show it in the list when entered correctly.

What happens if the key is typed incorrectly?

The program will notify you — re-enter the correct key.

Can I print normally after the reset?

Yes, the printer will return to full functionality.

Reset Your Canon MG5650 Now

Bring your Canon MG5650 back to full working order by resetting the waste ink counter safely at home.

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