Do you have a question about the Imperial 66 and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers
Edward Julian Kempa
March 27, 2025
Why won't the carriage advance when the space bar or any key is pressed
1 comments:
Mr. Anderson
March 27, 2025
If the carriage on the Imperial 66 typewriter does not advance when the space bar or any key is pressed, possible causes include:
1. Carriage Lock Engaged – The carriage lock may be engaged, preventing movement. Locate and release the lock.
2. Escapement Mechanism Jammed – The escapement, which controls carriage movement, could be stuck due to debris or misalignment. Clean and inspect it.
3. Mainspring Tension Lost – The mainspring provides tension for carriage movement. If it is broken or disconnected, the carriage will not advance.
4. Tabulator Engaged – If the tab key or tab stop mechanism is stuck, it may prevent normal carriage movement. Check and reset the tab stops.
5. Key or Linkage Obstruction – Dirt, rust, or a mechanical obstruction in the key lever system can prevent the escapement from working properly. Clean and lubricate the mechanism.
6. Broken or Disconnected Escapement Components – If parts of the escapement mechanism are damaged or worn, they may need repair or replacement.
Check each of these areas carefully to identify and resolve the issue.
Need help?
Do you have a question about the Imperial 66 and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers
Why won't the carriage advance when the space bar or any key is pressed
If the carriage on the Imperial 66 typewriter does not advance when the space bar or any key is pressed, possible causes include:
1. Carriage Lock Engaged – The carriage lock may be engaged, preventing movement. Locate and release the lock.
2. Escapement Mechanism Jammed – The escapement, which controls carriage movement, could be stuck due to debris or misalignment. Clean and inspect it.
3. Mainspring Tension Lost – The mainspring provides tension for carriage movement. If it is broken or disconnected, the carriage will not advance.
4. Tabulator Engaged – If the tab key or tab stop mechanism is stuck, it may prevent normal carriage movement. Check and reset the tab stops.
5. Key or Linkage Obstruction – Dirt, rust, or a mechanical obstruction in the key lever system can prevent the escapement from working properly. Clean and lubricate the mechanism.
6. Broken or Disconnected Escapement Components – If parts of the escapement mechanism are damaged or worn, they may need repair or replacement.
Check each of these areas carefully to identify and resolve the issue.
This answer is automatically generated