IBM Selectric II User Manual

Line Space Lever
Select single or double spacing by moving
the Line Space Lever to the appropriate
Position. Single spacing is indicated by
one line, double spacing by two.
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Multiple Copy Control
The Multiple Copy Control adjusts the
Position of the platen to compensate for
the varying thicknesses of typing material.
Keep the Lever at "A" when typing up to
three carbon copies. For additional copies
move the Lever back until the desired
print quality is achieved, consistent with
the weight of the paper and carbon paper.
Impression Control
Located at the right of the Typing Ele-
ment, the Impression Control sets the
force with which the Element strikes the
paper. The higher the number on which
the Control is set, the harder the element
strikes.
To change the setting, push the Lever to
the right and
slide it either forward or
backward to the desired number. Be care-
ful not to force the Lever against the
Position notches when changing settings.
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IBM Selectric II Specifications

General

Type	Electric typewriter
Introduced	1971
Keyboard	QWERTY
Height	6.5 inches
Typing speed	15 characters per second
Carriage width	13 inches
Pitch	10 or 12 characters per inch
Manufacturer	IBM
Power supply	120V AC
Correction System	Lift-off tape
Ribbon type	Fabric ribbon
Colors available	blue
Typing Element	Interchangeable spherical type element (typeball)