Brother Printer (Inkjet) Ink Absorber Full / Ink Absorber Pad Full error code

Difficulty: Hard · Cost: $50–$150 · Duration: Requires professional service

The Ink Absorber Full or Ink Absorber Pad Full message on your Brother inkjet printer means the ink absorber box is completely full and the machine requires servicing. The ink absorber box collects ink from print head cleaning cycles and is a periodic maintenance item not covered under warranty. The machine cannot continue operating until the absorber box is replaced. Contact a qualified technician or a qualified technician.

Common causes

The ink absorber box has reached capacity from accumulated print head cleaning cycles
Frequent power cycling causes automatic cleaning cycles that fill the absorber faster
Using non-Brother ink causes more frequent cleanings and faster absorber fill

How to fix it

1

Contact a qualified technician or a qualified technician to have the machine serviced
2

Do not attempt to reset the absorber counter yourself without physically replacing the pad
3

Visit the manufacturer support page to find an authorized service center