IBM Selectric - Supplies; Ibm

Care
and
Cleaning
of
Your
IBM
“Selectric”
Typewriter
Removing
and
Replacing
the
Platen
if
you
type stencils,
frequent
cleaning
of
the
platen
is
recommended.
Platen
cleaners
are
available
from
stationery
suppliers.
Use
this
liquid
sparingly
and
apply
with
a
soft
cloth.
To
Remove
the Platen:
-
Turn
off
the
motor.
-
Pull
Paper
Release Lever
and
Paper
Bail
forward.
.
Lift
the
cover.
-
Lift
the
Copy
Guide.
.
Depress
the
right
and
left
Platen
Release
Levers.
'
Lift
the
platen
from
the
typewriter.