How do I fix the B200 error on my Canon printer?
Andrew Mclaughlin
Updated on March 02, 2026
How to Fix the Canon B200 Error
- Reset the printer.
- Remove any obstructions.
- Clean the printer head.
- Manually clean the print head.
- Remove old ink.
- Re-install the printer drivers.
- Try a new ink cartridge.
- If none of the above methods work, then the B200 error is probably accurate.
How do I fix error B200 on Canon MP560?
Phase 1
- First turn-off the printer and unplug the power button.
- Now, open the printer cover to reveal the ink cartridges.
- Remove the Pixma MP560 cartridges.
- Remove the printhead from the printer carefully.
- Clean the printhead along with the ink cartridges.
- Clean the contact pads with a contact cleaner or a pencil eraser.
How do I fix b200 error on Canon mx870?
B200 Error on Canon:
- Open printer.
- Remove ink cartridges.
- Un-install printhead.
- Clean back of the printhead (electronic pins) with alcohol (isopropylen cleaning alcohol if possible).
- Turn off the printer (do not close it!)
- Clean electronic pins in printer (the pleace where you install printhead).
What does support code b200 mean on a Canon MX922 printer?
In some Canon Pixma MX922 printers, you will find a waste ink tank that holds the waste ink used during the cleaning process. And the print head of the printer gets overheated. During that time print head lose the connection with the cartridges and that Canon error code b200 starts flashing on the printer screen.
How do I reset my Canon mx870?
Instructions to change the machine back to its default settings.
- Make sure that the machine is turned on.
- Press the Setup button.
- Select Device settings, then press the OK button.
- Use the button to select [Reset setting], then press the button.
How do I reset my Canon mg5520 printer?
Select Setup on the HOME screen. Select Device settings, then press the OK button. The Device settings screen is displayed. button to select Reset settings , then press the OK button.