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: Resetting the software counter does not physically clean the ink pads. If you reset the counter without replacing the pads, ink may eventually leak from the bottom of the printer.

To use this tool, the printer must first be placed in . This is generally achieved through a specific sequence of button presses: Power Off : Ensure the printer is plugged in but turned off.

: Not every Canon printer supports V4718. Using the wrong version while in Service Mode can "freeze" the printer's logic board. canon+service+tool+v4718+updated

The updated V4718 version offers several improvements over older builds like V3400 or V4200:

: One-click functionality to clear the "Main" and "Platen" waste ink counters. : Resetting the software counter does not physically

: Release both buttons. If successful, the power light will remain steady green (or white).

: Ability to read and write EEPROM data to back up printer settings. This is generally achieved through a specific sequence

: Open the software on your PC. The buttons should now be clickable rather than grayed out.

Using service tools carries risks that can permanently damage your hardware:

I can give you the specific button sequence for your exact device.