IBM Correcting Selectric III User Manual

Visual guide identifying key components and controls of the IBM Correcting Selectric typewriter.

Introduces the typewriter's advanced features, including its correction system and typing technology.

Instructions for turning the typewriter on and safely changing the typing element.

Guide to setting margin stops and selecting the typing pitch (10 or 12 pitch).

Procedures for inserting paper, using the paper release, and adjusting impression force.

How to set margins, change pitch mid-document, and adjust line spacing.

Guide to setting and clearing tabs, and using margin release for typing past margins.

Explains the express backspace key, shift keys, and shift lock for typing capital letters.

How to use the page-end indicator to monitor remaining paper space.

Techniques for centering typed information and aligning paper correctly on the platen.

Step-by-step instructions for using the correcting key to erase and retype characters.

Using the line finder for special characters and adjusting the platen for alignment.

Instructions for ribbon cassette, selective, and fabric ribbon systems.

Procedures for changing the correcting tape on the typewriter.

Guidance on cleaning the typewriter and using a dust cover for protection.

Information on periodic inspection and contacting service personnel for repairs.

Details on various IBM ribbon cassettes and cover-up/lift-off tapes with reorder numbers.

Information on IBM High Yield Correctable Film Ribbon and Lift-off Tape.

Guide to choosing typing elements and their application ratings for specific tasks.

A table recommending IBM ribbons for different typing applications.

Utilizing the velocity dial for special characters and the dead key feature for accents.

Information on using the acoustical hood and end-of-page indicators.

Details on where and how to purchase IBM supplies and services.