Kodak EasyShare 5100 printing

Did you run the Clean Print Head feature? Did you align print heads and make sure everything is aligned? There are a few tests you can do to make sure everything is lined up correctly. If you need help, try here: http://www.kodak.com/global/en/service/products/ekn033539.jhtml?pq-path=9098

Dear sir
good day
to fix up such problem
Clean the printhead, then print and

1. Verify that inkjet paper is loaded in the paper trays.
2. On your desktop, start the KODAK All-in-One Home Center, then select the Help [?] icon.
3. From the Help menu, select Maintenance, then select Printhead Cleaning. The On/Off light flashes green during the cleaning procedure.
4. When the On/Off light glows a steady green, press Photo + Copy simultaneously to print a demo sheet

and you have to Replace ink cartridges.
IMPORTANT: Make sure you are using 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. To purchase KODAK Ink Cartridges, go to KODAK Ink Cartridges & Photo Value Packs.

1. Lift the printer access door, then remove the ink cartridges from the printhead.
2. Insert new KODAK ink cartridges into the printhead, then press down firmly until you hear the cartridges click into position.
3. Close the printer access door, then make the same print.

and you can point to the website below for further information
http://www.kodak.com/global/en/service/repair/troubleshooting/troubleshooting.jhtml?pq-path=5224/6198

thanks

1. Lift the printer access door, then remove the ink cartridges from the printhead.
2. Verify that the label on the ink cartridges is intact, and the cartridges are not damaged.
3. Verify that only KODAK branded ink cartridges are installed.
4. Insert the ink cartridges into the printhead, then press down firmly until you hear them click into position.
5. Close the printer access door, then make the same print.

If issue still continues:

1. Verify that inkjet paper is loaded in the paper tray.
2. Press and hold Cancel + Copy/Resume simultaneously until the On/Off light flashes green. The On/Off light continues to flash during the cleaning procedure.
3. When the On/Off light glows a steady green, press and hold Scan + Copy/Resume simultaneously until the On/Off light flashes, then wait for the demo sheet to print.

If issue still continues:

the printhead for your printer is in need of replacement. Contact Kodak

Best of Luck

are you sure,, the ink catridges are not use,, but some times it happen like.. drying up of ink ,, if we use frequent use,,then it will be fine..

Here are the steps.

1.Please verify that the ink cartridges are intact and securely inserted into the printhead.

a.Lift the printer access door, then remove the ink cartridges from the printhead

b.Verify that the label on the ink cartridges is intact, and the cartridges are not damaged.

c.Insert the ink cartridges into the printhead, then press down firmly until you hear them click into position.

2.Clean the printhead.

a.On your computer, open your Kodak AiO Home Center software.
b.Click on the Help (?) button.
c.Click on the Maintenance option.
d.Click on the Clean Printhead option.


3.Print Demo Page.

Press Photo and Copy buttons at the same time for 2-3 seconds or until the printer starts printing then release the buttons.

If issue persists,the printhead on your printer require replacement. Call 1.800.421.6699

Thanks.

Regards,

Neerak21

its actually the head having the old dried up clogged ink. Head cleaning is only way out and you do have to do it a number of times. The other thing is to get "cartridge flush" ink .. which is a cartridge plugged in and printed a semi transparent liquid and you see all the coloured gunk streaks on the top of the page..

From that, am I right to assume anything you print/copy comes out blank?

If it sounds normal otherwise, I would suggest trying to change the ink cartridges as they may be empty or dried up.

I had the same problem & I think it was I had the wrong color on the Copy screen.

call the tech support finally got a number....
Troubleshooting with the Kodak tech (1-800-421-6699 US & Canada)
my printer would not print black and copy was almost blank....they are sending me a new
printhead....it looks like there are alot of issues with this printer.
but I love the value

you most likely need to run a head clean and alignment, which is needed after each cartridge replacement.

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