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Despite its compact and lightweight design, the Chang Kong 310 is surprisingly well equipped. Features include a tabulator, repeat spacer, bi-chrome ribbon selector, adjustable touch tension, margin release, and automatic ribbon reverse.
This particular machine has been fully serviced, tested, and prepared for regular use rather than simply cleaned cosmetically.
Service Performed
Deep Cleaned: Body panels removed and thoroughly cleaned.
Mechanism Flushed: Type basket, typebar pivot points, and escapement flushed and cleaned.
Type & Keyboard Cleaning: Type slugs individually cleaned and keytops scrubbed.
Paper Feed Service: Platen and feed rollers cleaned. Rubber components lightly treated with rubber rejuvenator.
Hardware Repair: Stripped platen screw replaced.
Rust Removal: Surface rust removed where applicable.
Fresh Ribbon: Ribbon mechanism inspected and tested. Fresh black/red ribbon installed on hard plastic spools.
Final Inspection: Hard-top carrying cover cleaned and machine thoroughly function tested.
Mechanical Condition
The machine is fully functional and types well. The carriage advances properly, line spacing and paper feed operate correctly, and the shift mechanism, tabulator, repeat spacer, margins, margin release, ribbon reverse, touch control, and black/red ribbon selector have all been tested.
Typing Video Included: A typing demonstration video is included with this listing so you can see and hear the actual machine operating before purchasing. The photographed type sample was produced with this typewriter.
Note: Like many lightweight ultra-portables, the Chang Kong has a somewhat lively, slightly "clangy" mechanical sound when typing. This is characteristic of the machine's lightweight construction rather than an operational issue.
Cosmetic Condition
The machine presents very nicely overall, especially considering its age. Please review the photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description.
Notable cosmetic imperfections include:
Some yellowing/discoloration along the lower left portion of the body.
Minor paint loss on the rear metal paper table, primarily visible from behind the machine.
Some white discoloration/marking on the platen.
The platen discoloration is cosmetic. The platen still grips the paper well, and paper feeds properly through the machine.
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