This usually means the cartridge chip is dirty. Remove the cartridges and wipe the copper contacts with a lint-free cloth and a tiny bit of rubbing alcohol.
It happens to the best of us. You try to print, and suddenly you're hit with the infamous "Support Code" errors or the ink lights just won't stop blinking. Before you go shopping for a new printer, try a hard reset on your Canon MG2550S.
A common misconception is that a reset will trick the printer into thinking empty cartridges are full. It will not. The MG2550S reads chips on the ink cartridges. If your ink light is flashing red, a reset won't fix it—you need to replace the ink. canon mg2550s reset
While still holding Power, press the Stop/Reset button 5 times in quick succession. Release the Power button.
While still holding , press and hold the Power button. This usually means the cartridge chip is dirty
This resets ink level monitoring and may show cartridges as full again (even if aftermarket).
This method restores the printer to its original factory state and resets the internal counters. Ensure the printer is . Press and hold the Stop/Reset button (red triangle symbol). You try to print, and suddenly you're hit
Below is a comprehensive guide on how to perform a soft reset, a hard factory reset, and how to bypass the ink level detection system. Quick Fix: The Stop/Reset Button Method