Typewriters are mechanical marvels and it is astonishing that they break down relatively rarely. You should handle your machine with some respect however.
Be careful how you store it – they prefer room temperature and normal orientation.
Keep the dust down and cover up – dust clogging of the moving mechanical parts can eventually lead to problems.
Most manufacturers did not encourage owners to oil their machines – non-experts can cause problems that didn’t exist.
Some typists suggest always using two sheets of paper when typing to protect and prolong letter hammers and the roller. We think this varies with machine and is often not required.
Lastly, some typists also suggest releasing clamp settings on your machine when storing.
We welcome feedback on this and other care issues.
When it comes to repairs there are websites containing service manuals and tips to encourage you to repair your own machine. If you are very confident, then well maybe but specialist tools, parts and above all knowledge are hard to match!
Once again, if you purchased your machine from an expert restorer, they should always be on-hand to repair your machine. It may take a while due to capacity but it is again a good reason to purchase from a trusted source.