How to Replace the waste ink absorber kit Canon Pixma E500, E510, E518 Series

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How to Replace the waste ink absorber kit Canon Pixma E500, E510, E518 Series

Waste ink absorber has two parts namely main and platen absorber. The main absorber is the main waste ink absorber, while the platen absorber is the absorber of the waste plate.

The ink absorber is divided into the following four portions:

• Main ink absorber (Black): Main ink absorber for the black ink
• Main ink absorber (Color): Main ink absorber for the color ink
• Platen ink absorber (Home Position): Platen ink absorber on the home position side (on the right when seen from the front)
• Platen ink absorber (Away): Platen ink absorber on the opposite side of the home position (on the left when seen from the front).

Waste Ink Absorber Replacement

Replacement of waste ink absorber (Main and Platen ink absorber) can be done in 2 ways

(1) Easy Replacement

Only remove the right side cover and replace the main ink absorber. How?

• Remove the right side cover (4 screws)
• Release the two claws and tube, then take out the Ink Absorber Cover with the Main Ink Absorbers (Black & Color) fitted in
• Replace the ink absorbers with the new ones.

• Replace the Black Ink Absorber at the bottom.
• Install the Ink Absorber Cover with the new Ink Absorbers in the machine, and lock the claws.
• Connect the tube.
• Attach the right side cover.

(2) Regular Replacement

Remove the external housing and cap blade unit, and replace all the ink absorbers.

Canon Pixma E500

• PN. QC3-6058-000 - COVER, ABSORBER
• PN. QY5-0356-000 - ABSORBER KIT, MAIN
• PN. QC3-5950-000 - ABSORBER, PLATEN

Canon Pixma E510/E518

• PN. QC3-6058-000 - COVER, ABSORBER
• PN. QY5-0368-000 - ABSORBER KIT, MAIN
• PN. QC4-6101-000 - ABSORBER, PLATEN

After the replacement is complete, reassemble the printer and ensure that this step is carried out correctly to prevent other unwanted damage.

Question and answer

Can waste ink absorbers be washed and reused?

The waste ink sponge is meant to be disposable. If a new waste ink sponge is available, it's best to replace it with a fresh one. If a new sponge isn't available, you may attempt to clean it, but its ink absorption capacity will be reduced compared to a new sponge. When cleaning the waste ink sponge, follow these steps.

• Soak the ink absorber with water. When the water becomes cloudy, replace the water with a new one. Repeat soaking until it feels clean enough.
• Do not compress the ink sponge during cleaning. Avoid flattening the sponge by avoiding pressure, as it will eliminate the internal air pocket, causing a decrease in ink absorption capacity. Clean the sponge by immersing it in a cleaning solution without applying pressure. This will maintain the air pocket and ensure effective ink collection.

• After soaking, air out the ink sponge or allow it to dry completely. Ensure that the sponge is free of moisture before reinserting it.

After the printer is reassembled, the next step is to reset the waste ink absorber counter.