Why is my TYPE TOOL not working?

I have installed Photoshop Element 9.0.3. When I use the TYPE TOOL, I only get dashes. Updating the program did not help. The mask mode in the TYPE TOOL works okay, but not the regular horizontal or vertical type tools. Appreciate suggestions to resolve this.

Try re-setting the tool:
Ken

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http://kb2.adobe.com/cps/828/cpsid_82893.htmluser/Library
tip for accessing the hidden user library (OS X 10.7):
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