I bought new ribbons thinking that was the problem. The type will not print on paper inserted into the platen of the typewriter. I only get part of the print or none at all as I type.
I apparently hit something that I shouldn't have and now when I type it is in symbols. How can I fix it?
Posted on Oct 13, 2008
As UPSTATEOS mentioned. Can you see on the ribbon itself that it is moving. Also what is the exact model? I need to know this to help you.
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Changing the Correction Tape
1) Move the print carrier to the center of the platen using the SPACE or BS key.
2) To replace the correction tape, lift out the typing ribbon cassette (see Changing The Ribbon Cassette) and remove the two spools of the lift off tape by pulling them outwards.
3) Place the empty spool of new tape on the left pin so that the tape winds clockwise. Place the tape around the left guide. Pull the tape around the right
guide and place the loaded spool on the right pin so that the tape unwinds counter-clockwise.
Note: Make sure the sticky side of the tape is facing the platen.
4) Manually turn the left-hand spool in the clockwise direction, tightening the tape until resistance is felt.
5) Replace the typing ribbon cassette.
6) Press the CODE + = (SETTING) key.
Changing the Ribbon Cassette
1) Move the print carrier to the center of the platen using the SPACE or BS key.
2) Hold the ribbon cassette on both sides and lift up the front portion (where the ribbon is exposed) to remove the cassette.
3) To insert a new cassette, place the back end of the cassette on the cassette
holder on the carrier and gently press down on the front of the cassette unit it clicks into place.
4) Turn the ribbon feed knob counter-clockwise again to take up any slack in the ribbon.
5) Presss the CODE + = (SETTING) key.
Good Luck!
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Make sure ribbon are correct as to the take up small star gear, Some Brothers ribbon will look the same but Brothers does not have the same amount a teeth in the take up. Also look and see if the ribbon sets on the carriage correctly. Can you see on the ribbon where the print hits. is it complete or partial?
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