Ink problems I just reloaded new ink cartridges into my Kodak ESP-3 but it keeps telling it is out of colored ink... any suggestions?

Reset printer electronics to factory defaults.

are the ink cartridge you are using refurbished because sometimes the printer wont read them had a simular prob with my printer you might have to just buy new ones for it

I'm having this same problem with both black and a color cartridge. I see the small scratches, so looks like they are connecting all right. The new cartridges are Kodak brand, so that's not the problem.
I'll try calling them about the print head if that might be the problem.

How do I install a new printhead in my all-in-one printer? To replace the printhead in your all-in-one printer:

1. Make sure the printer is on.
2. Lift the printer access door and wait for the carriage to move to the access position.
   
   NOTE: For ESP 3250 and ESP 5250 all-in-one printers:
   • On the printer control panel, press Home.
   • Select Maintenance, then press OK.
   • Select Install Ink Cartridges, then press OK.
     If "Install Ink Cartridges" is not an available selection, upgrade the firmware.
   
   
3. Remove any paper that may be loaded in the printer.
4. Remove the black and color ink cartridges and set them aside.
5. Remove the existing printhead:
   
   • For ESP Series Printers, unlatch the printhead by lifting the latch in the center of the carriage.
     
     
     
   • For 5000 Series Printers, unlatch the printhead by pressing the button in the upper-left corner of the carriage.
     
     
     
     
6. Lift the printhead out of the carriage.
7. Remove the new printhead from its bag.
   
   CAUTION: Do not touch the copper contacts on the printhead, as this may damage it.
   
   
8. Remove the plastic protective shields.
9. Place the new printhead into the carriage.
   
   
10. Push firmly against the target label of the printhead until you hear a loud snap.
    
    
    
11. Insert the color ink cartridge into the printhead and press down until you hear it click into place.
12. Insert the black ink cartridge into the printhead and press down until you hear it click into place.
13. Close the printer access door.
    
    The printer detects the new printhead. Follow the instructions on the LCD to calibrate your printer.
    NOTE: ESP 3 all-in-one printers do not require calibration.

IMPORTANT: Be sure to use KODAK Ink Cartridges. Your KODAK All-in-One Printer is designed to work with KODAK Ink Cartridges. Kodak is not responsible for the compatibility or performance of either non-Kodak brand ink cartridges or refilled ink cartridges. You can purchase KODAK Ink Cartridges from the KODAK Store.

This 3 color drop flashed when the color ink cartridge needs to be replaced.

Try to use a new color ink cartridge > If no go, call Kodak they will replace the color ink > If no go > Call Kodak and this time they will replace the printer

No need of refilling it , call Kodak and tell them u have bought a new pack of ink cartridges and its not detected. Will ask you for serial numbers. Provide the one written on your old ink cartridges.

You'll get inkk cartridges free of charge.

If the cartridges were out of the printer in the open air,they might have gone dry. Try to reseat cartridges 2-3 times,if isssue persists,get a new colour ink as Kodka will certainly not replace the ink for you.

HP has a trade in program that will give you $50 off a printer that,I think, has to have a regular price, NOT the sale price, of $179. So if the regular price is at least 179 and it is on sale for 129 you can get the trade in.
Check on line by typing: HP printer trade in.
I had the same problem as you, Kodak has sent me 3 new printheads, new ink and even a rebuilt printer. They won't give me my money back. I have talked to over 8 different people at Kodak and they want to sent me another printer. They have big problems with their ink, I got only 4 4X6 color pictures and only 85 black print pages before the ink ran out!

try replacing the ink cartridges with genuine Kodak ink cartridges and if still does not work call kodak tech support as it will be a printer hardware problem......

WE HAVE AKODAK ESP-3 ALL IN ONE.
RAN OUT OF BLACK INK. HAVE REPLACED BLACK CARTRIDGE 2 TIMES BUT CANNOT GET BLACK TO PRINT. WHAT SHOULD I DO NEXT???