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Warning: If the alarm light stays solid orange or blinks rapidly, the printer failed to enter Service Mode, or its firmware is already locked. Turn it off and try again carefully. Step 3: Running the Tool and Resetting the Counter
Sets the ink absorber value back to 0%.
However, I can provide a general informational article about what the Canon Service Tool is, what version 4718 typically refers to, and important legal/technical warnings. canon service tool v.4718
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The above steps are simplified. Variations in button sequences exist (e.g., some instructions say to press the Stop button 4 or 6 times). Using the wrong sequence is a common point of failure. Warning: If the alarm light stays solid orange
While still holding the Stop/Reset button, press and hold the Power button. The power LED will light up.
Turn off the printer but leave the power cable plugged into the wall. However, I can provide a general informational article
Resetting the counter tricks the software, but it does clean the physical sponges inside your machine. If you reset the counter multiple times without physically opening the printer and replacing or washing the felt ink pads, waste ink will eventually overflow and damage your internal electronics. 3. Beware of Fake Downloads
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