Why when I press a letter the key/striker wont strike the letter/paper? I have to do it manually with my finger to get the letter to hit the ribbon on the paper. I do not know how to describe this exactly but the typewriter will not put the letter on the paper the ribbon is good because if I push the black piece up I can get the letter to print on the piece of paper.
It could have a cracked hammer solenoid if so it needs replaced
SOURCE: Olympia Mastertype 3 Typewriter
Be sure the pitch selection is correct. If it is set to PS when using a 10,12 or 15 pitch wheel it will select incorrect letters.
SOURCE: HAVE AN OLD OLYMPIA MANUAL TYPEWRITER WITH SPOOL
You might try the office places (Office Depot, Staples, etc.). There are also online sources for ribbons. Here's one that came from a Google search for "typewriter ribbons". There were a few more, but this one had nice pictures.
Good luck with the hunt! Thanks for using Fixya.
SOURCE: How do I adjust the keys on an Olympia Socialite
This is a manual typewriter, the harder you press the darker the print. You might try a fresh ribbon.
DickyO
SOURCE: Typewriter types different letters and
The pitch selector switch on the L. side of the keyboard should be in 10 or 12 not PS. Also press down on it and slide it a few times they do get dirty.
DickyO
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