Sharp PA-3000 - Page 23

Paper Problems
Paper skews upon insertion or during typing
Check to see whether anything is stuck in the paper path or to the
platen roller, such as tape or self-adhesive address labels.
Line Format Problems
Will not set left margin
Right margin may be set to the left of the left margin position.
Will not set right margin
Your typewriter may be in the Automatic Carrier Return mode.
Will not set tabs
You may have exceeded the maximum number of tabs per line (8).
Printwheel Problems
Incorrect characters are printed
Be sure the mechanism is properly aligned. Remove the printwheel
and check for correct alignment. With the printwheel removed, turn
the power off and back on, then re-install the printwheel. See page
9.
Printwheel will not slide down guideway during installation
Be sure the unit is turned on.
Be sure the lever positioned at the right of the printwheel frame has
been pulled and that the typing head assembly is tilted toward you.
Be sure the printwheel is clear of the ribbon and correction tape.
Be sure the printwheel is not broken.
Printwheel makes odd sounds
Be sure the paper is clear of the printwheel. Also, check that the
ribbon or correction tape has not snagged on the printwheel spokes.
Carrier Problems
Carrier does not return to the left margin
Turn Indent off by holding down the CODE key and pressing the
RETURN key.