How do I start a new fountain pen?

Insert the ink cartridge into the open nib section pushing down until you hear a click. When the cartridge is inserted give it a few light squeezes and then shake the pen nib facing downwards until you get a few drops of ink flowing. The pen should now start writing for you. Do a few test writings at this stage.

What to do if fountain pen is not working?

If the shake and tap method don’t remedy the poor ink flow, wet the nib with some tap or distilled water. The water will reactivate any dried ink in the nib and should get a hard-starting pen started again.

How do I activate my new pen?

Hold the tip of the pen to a flame for a few seconds to unclog the ink. Use a lighter, match, or candle to create a flame, then place just the very tip of your pen in the flame for a few seconds. In many cases, the heat will melt any gummed-up ink near the tip and get the pen working again.

How do you prime a fountain pen?

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How do you reset a fountain pen?

If you think your fountain pen dried out because of clogging, the first step is to try flushing it with warm water. The best way to do this is by unscrewing the pen, removing the cartridge and pouring warm water into the feed and through the nib to flush out any hardened ink or sediment.

Why does my pen not work even though it has ink?

Similarly, if your new pen is not working try shaking the pen. Air bubbles can get inside the cartridge but shaking them will push the ink towards the nib ready for writing. This can also help get the ink moving. Remember, ballpoint pens use a thicker ink so may need some perseverance when trying to get the ink flow.

Why is no ink coming out of my fountain pen?

The ink cartridge has a seal that must be broken to allow the ink to release into the feed. If this has not been broken the ink will not flow. Try “priming” the ink. With the nib downward squeeze the ink cartridge forcing ink through the pen.

Why my pen is not working?

Why is my surface pen not working?

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How do I get my old fountain pen to work?

Insert a fresh cartridge into the pen and squeeze it gently until the ink flows through the end of the pen. If the pen will still not write, disassemble it again and leave the nib to soak for several hours in a light detergent-and-water mix before reassembly.