“Ink absorber almost full” warning

01 · Identify — does this match what you see?

• Warning appears at power-on
• Message returns every few days
• Later becomes error 5B00 or 1700

02 · Resolve — follow in order

1. 1

   Press OK or Stop to dismiss the warning and carry on printing for now.

2. 2

   Cut down on printhead cleanings — each one adds to the absorber.

3. 3

   Print a small job at least weekly so the printer runs fewer automatic cleanings.

4. 4

   Plan ahead: once the pad is truly full, the printer refuses to print until a service centre resets it.

5. 5

   For an older, inexpensive model, compare the service cost against a replacement before booking a repair.

03 · Applies to