How often should I perform maintenance on my Canon G2000 printer to prevent issues like the 5B00 error?

The frequency of maintenance depends on your printing volume. For light users, a cleaning cycle every few months is sufficient. For heavy users, a cleaning cycle every month or two may be necessary. Periodically inspect the waste ink tank area and consider routing the waste ink tube externally if you print frequently. Consider cleaning the print head if you notice print quality degradation. Run a nozzle check regularly to ensure all nozzles are firing correctly.