Canon TS5051 error 5B00 fix – how to reset the waste ink counter at home
It’s common for Canon TS5051 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.
- Vstúpiť prevádzkový režim on Canon TS5051
- Stiahnite si a nainštalujte WICReset Connect
- Pripojte tlačiareň prostredníctvom USB
- Obnovenie trvá približne 2 minúty
How to Enter Service Mode on Canon TS5051
Postupujte presne podľa tohto postupu:
- Vypnite svoju tlačiareň Canon.
- Stlačte a podržte tlačidlo na tlačiarni Canon RESET tlačidlo.
- Stlačte a podržte tlačidlo na tlačiarni VÝKON tlačidlo (počkajte chvíľu, kým sa tlačiareň zapne).
- Uvoľnite tlačidlo RESET, ale tlačidlo POWER držte naďalej stlačené.
- Pri stlačenom tlačidle POWER stlačte a uvoľnite tlačidlo RESET 5-krát.
- Po piatom stlačení a uvoľnení tlačidla RESET počkajte chvíľu, než uvoľníte tlačidlo POWER.
Ak sa tlačiareň neprepne do servisného režimu, odpojte ju na 10–15 sekúnd zo zásuvky a postup zopakujte.
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How to Reset Waste Ink Counter on Canon TS5051 – Step-by-Step
Click the button below to download WICReset Connect for Canon printers:
- Ensure Canon TS5051 is in prevádzkový režim.
- Connect to your PC using a USB cable.
- Wi-Fi is not supported for resetting.
- Open WICReset Connect as Administrator.
- Buy a reset key using the button below.
- Enter the key in the program.
- Click RESET to start the operation.
The reset takes about 2 minúty.
- Wait until the program confirms completion.
- Turn the printer off for 10 seconds.
- Turn it back on — errors should disappear.
Canon TS5051 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 TS5051 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:
Available in 10 languages. Follow the video for a fast, safe reset.
FAQ – Canon TS5051 Reset
Yes, resetting the counter removes 5B00 instantly.
The reset requires a direct USB communication channel.
WICReset Connect will show it in the list when entered correctly.
The program will notify you — re-enter the correct key.
Yes, the printer will return to full functionality.
Reset Your Canon TS5051 Now
Clear error 5B00 on your Canon TS5051 in minutes with WICReset Connect and a reset key.
Fix “The Ink Pad Needs Service” Error – Supported Epson Models
What you need
- WicReset Connect key (only about €6 – the cheapest option)
- Windows PC
- USB cable
Time required
About 2 minutes
Difficulty
Very easy
Works for errors
- Epson: E10, E11, E12, E91 and similar service errors
- Canon: 1700, 5800 and similar waste ink / support code errors
- Messages like “Waste ink counter full”, “Ink pad at the end of its service life”
Supported printer series
Epson: Artisan, B / BX, C / CX, D / DX, EP / EW, EcoTank (ET), K, L-series, M / ME, N / NX, P / PX / PM, Photo, R / RX, S / SC / SX, T / TX, WorkForce / WF and many other popular series.
Reset Epson ink pad service
If your Epson shows messages like “Ink pad is at the end of its service life”, “Ink pad service required” or “Waste ink pad full”, you can reset the Epson ink pad service using a WicReset Connect key. The program resets the internal waste ink counter, so the printer works again without visiting a service center.
- Fixes “Epson ink pad service” / “Service required” warnings in a few minutes.
- Works as a reset Epson ink pad service solution for most EcoTank, L-series, ET-series, XP, WF and Stylus printers.
- No hardware resetter needed – only a Windows PC, USB cable and WicReset Connect.
FAQ (short)
Q: Do I need to replace the physical ink pad?
A: In most home and office cases you only reset the waste ink counter with WicReset Connect and keep using the printer normally.
Q: Is this a one-time reset?
A: Each key resets the counter once. You can repeat the procedure in the future with another key if the message appears again.