When you get a new pen, you can usually use it normally after filling it with water. There is no need to remove the water and soak the new pen as some people say. Of course, sometimes it is inevitable that the pen will not discharge water or the pen tip will be dry. At this time, it is necessary to deal with it a little bit.
Generally, what needs to be cleaned is a pen that has poor ink output after buying it, because the ink of some pens is not cleaned when the nib is inspected before leaving the factory or after customers test the pen at the counter. Over time, the ingredients in the ink Condensation blocks the ink guide groove of the pen tip, causing water to flow poorly.
In this case, you need to remove the pen tip, soak it in warm water (not boiling water) for half to an hour, and then wipe it dry. After installation, it can generally be used normally. If that still doesn't work, extend the soaking time. If it still doesn't work, you need to remove the metal piece of the pen tip, and then use a small brush to clean the ink guide groove and the entire capillary structure on the back of the pen feed (that is, the small slits on the plastic part of the pen tip).
Sluggish water discharge may also be caused by the pen tip itself. One is that the slit at the front of the pen tip is too narrow. At this time, you can press the pen tip slightly harder according to your usual writing posture and hold it for one to two seconds, or you can use a thin blade to widen the slit, but be careful. The second reason is that the ink guide groove is too narrow. At this time, you need to use a thin blade to expand the ink guide groove. You must also be careful.
Some new pens may have difficulty in water discharge when they are first used. This is because the new pens are like this when they leave the factory, so don’t be too nervous. After writing for two or three days, the pen tip will become smooth and it will be much easier to write.
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Maintenance
When writing, some manuscript paper should be placed under the paper to enhance the elasticity of the pen tip and reduce friction. Do not write the pen tip on hard materials such as metal to prevent damage to the pen tip. In daily use, avoid mixing different inks to avoid sedimentation and clogging of the pen. The pen should be cleaned once every month or so to keep the ink flowing smoothly. If carbon ink is used, it should be cleaned more frequently and must be thoroughly cleaned. If the pen is not used for a long time, it should be cleaned and stored. And don't use excessive force when writing.
Cleaning
Generally, when cleaning, you can repeatedly absorb and drain water until the discharged water is clean, and then wipe it dry. If the cleaning interval is long or if you plan to clean and store the pen, you need to disassemble the parts and clean them separately. After initial disassembly, it is divided into five parts: nib, converter (converter/ink bag), pen grip, pen cap, and pen barrel. The latter two generally do not need to be cleaned.
The metal part of the pen tip and the pen feed (inking structure) should be further disassembled. The metal piece of the pen tip should be rinsed with water, and the entire inking structure can be carefully scrubbed with an old toothbrush and then soaked in warm water. One night. After cleaning all parts, wipe them dry, and then install and seal them when they are completely dry. Of course, different pens have different structures, and not all pens can be disassembled. For pens that are difficult to disassemble, you can only use the first method to clean them. Do not forcefully disassemble or damage the pen.
It needs to be mentioned here that there is an elbow pen called a "calligraphy pen", which has the characteristics of large changes in the thickness of writing strokes. When in use, lower the pen holder, and the strokes will be thicker, and you can write slightly larger characters; if you raise the pen holder, the strokes will be thinner, and you can write smaller characters. This kind of pen has stronger expressive power than ordinary fountain pens and is often used to write larger fonts such as envelopes. However, it is difficult to write with this kind of pen, and beginners should not use it to practice calligraphy.
Finally, there is one more thing you should pay special attention to: Never use boiling water or overheated water to clean the pen, otherwise it will cause damage to the pen. In particular, some well-known pen brands use a material called "celluloid" to make pen holders, such as Pelikan. Hot water will cause serious damage to this material! And do not let water touch the tip of the pen, otherwise it may cause the pen to become lighter or unable to write.
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