If you are struggling with your Kodak 5300 printer malfunctioning, then you should try Cleaning Kodak Printer Head. If you don’t know how to clean the printhead, these steps will provide guidance. If the low ink light is on, you don’t need to perform a nozzle check. This is because you’re short of ink, so the cartridge itself needs replacing. If the ink light is off, then you need to hold the ink button down for three seconds to start the cleaning process. You’ll know the printer is functioning as the power and ink light will start flashing. It’s important that you do not turn the printer off during the process as this could damage the machine. After the flashing has stopped, perform a nozzle check again and confirm that the Kodak 5300 Printer Head is clean.