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Hermes 3000 Specifications

General

Type	Manual typewriter
Keyboard	QWERTY
Material	Metal and plastic
Keytops	Plastic
Production Years	1958
Carriage	Manual Return
Manufacturer	Paillard
Color Options	grey, blue

Summary

Preparing the Machine for Use

Opening the Carrying Case

Closing the Carrying Case

Carriage Centering and Locking

Explains how to free and lock the typewriter carriage to the center position.

Paper Insertion Guide

Details the correct method for inserting paper into the typewriter for optimal results.

General Typing Rules and Features

Adjusting Paper Alignment

Guide on how to adjust paper for correct alignment using the release lever.

Movable Paper Side Guide Function

Transparent Card Holders for Guides

Typing Capital Letters

Line Spacing and Carriage Return

Platen Release Functions

Setting and Adjusting Margins

Guide on setting left and right margins using the carriage and specific levers.

Margin Release and Jammed Key Fix

Explains the margin release key for typing past margins and unjamming type bars.

Individual Touch Regulator (HERMES 3000)

The Ribbon System

Changing Ribbon Colour

Typing Stencils

Reversing Ribbon Direction

Step-by-Step Ribbon Replacement

Detailed instructions for removing the old ribbon and fitting a new one.

The Automatic Tabulator

Setting Tabulator Stops

Guide on setting automatic tabulator stops using the carriage and a key.

Clearing Individual Tab Stops

Procedure for clearing a specific tabulator stop.

Clearing All Tab Stops

Method for clearing all set tabulator stops simultaneously.

Machine Maintenance and Oiling

Cleaning Type Characters

Instructions for cleaning type faces for clear impressions, using a brush.

Cleaning the Platen

Cleaning Card Holders, Space Bar, and Painted Parts

General Machine Cleaning

Oiling Recommendations

Cleaning and Overhauling Procedures

Carriage and Rod Removal Steps

HERMES 3000 Overhaul Advice

Recommendation to contact an official HERMES agent for cleaning and overhauling.