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General| Typewriter Type | Electric |
|---|---|
| Carriage Return | Automatic |
| Typing Speed | Up to 15 characters per second |
| Power Source | AC power |
| Keyboard | QWERTY |
| Manufacturer | IBM |
| Introduced | 1961 |
| Carriage | Stationary |
| Font Ball | Interchangeable |
| Power | 110V AC |
| Model | Selectric Personal Typewriter |
| Typeface | Variable (via Font Ball) |
| Printing Mechanism | Selectric typing element (golf ball) |
Levers and guides for paper insertion and alignment.
Features for controlling line spacing and page positioning.
Explanation of primary controls like ON/OFF, margins, tabs, and shift functions.
Description of keys used for typing, repeating, and carrier movement.
Functionality and usage of the correcting key for error removal.
Procedures for changing and replacing typewriter type elements.
Steps for installing and managing ribbon and correcting tape.
Information on typing stencils and locating the serial number.
How to order supplies and overview of available type styles.
Information on ribbon and correcting tape options.
Guidance on typewriter care, service, and operation checks.
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