I recently have gotten into vintage typewriters and have acquired the smith Corona Coronet Super 12 electric typewriter. It mostly works great but when I Press the I and M nothing happens. I would like to try to repair this myself as that is half the fun. Any ideas?
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Check if the tape bars (strikers) of the keys I and M are bent in correct shape.
Check if clevis fasteners are ok.
Clean these 'dead' keys. Remove the corresponding keycaps very carefully - the part your finger touches. If the surface is dirt, then swab up it using dry cotton swabs. Then apply rubbing alcohol to the switch using an eyedropper, soak the keyswitches - the part below the keycaps. 1-2 drops per keyswitch is usually enough, more might be bad. Remember that pulling keyswitches off the keyboard you can break them.
The keys may be dirty. I would clean them and see if that helps
This can be caused by a worn out Hammer and ribbon. Also it may need a good cleaning. - www.typewriters101.com/
Since you may not know the history of this machine, I would say your first step would be to give it a good cleaning. This is electric but if you've cleaned any of your machines, this one will be about the same.
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Google has some good YouTube videos and also help sites so check some of these sites:
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Some people spray WD-40 on hinges but if you use this be sure to wipe off all excess spray.
If you are going to continue acquiring vintage typewriters you should join Reddit as they have an avid group that love old typewriters and can help repair any brand/model.
Check out their site:
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Here are a couple more links to get you started on this adventure:
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