To put ink in a Pelikan fountain pen with a piston mechanism, slowly turn the blind cap piston knob clockwise to retract the piston head, drawing ink into the ink reservoir.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
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Prepare the Ink: Have your bottle of fountain pen ink open and ready.
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Submerge the Nib: Fully submerge the nib and a portion of the pen's section into the ink. Make sure the nib is entirely covered.
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Draw the Ink: Slowly rotate the piston knob (blind cap) at the end of the pen clockwise. This retracts the piston, creating suction and drawing ink into the pen's reservoir. Fill the pen completely.
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Expel Air: Turn the knob to expel a few drops of ink back into the bottle to remove any trapped air bubbles.
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Refill (Optional): If needed, repeat steps 3 and 4 to maximize the ink level in the pen.
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Clean the Nib: Carefully wipe the nib and section of the pen with a soft, lint-free cloth to remove any excess ink.
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Ready to Write: Your Pelikan fountain pen is now filled and ready for use.
