What are the long-term implications of ignoring the 5B00 error on a Canon MG2570S?

Ignoring the 5B00 error long-term can lead to several serious issues. The printer will eventually cease to function completely. More critically, the waste ink pads will continue to accumulate ink, eventually overflowing. This overflow can cause ink to leak onto internal electronic components, leading to short circuits and permanent damage, or even seep out of the printer casing onto your desk or work surface.