Hardware Basics Memory Typewriter Diagram IMPORTANT: Be sure to save all packing materials. If you move or ship the typewriter, it should be re-packed in the original carton. To secure the unit for transport, see “Care and Maintenance.” This diagram depicts only basic hardware features. For information on the features, see specific chapters or the Quick Reference Guide on the back cover. 4 5 1 6 2 1. Sound Shield 2. Display 3. Mode Selector/Power Switch 4. Typing Scale 5. Paper Release Lever 6.
Setting Up Before you can use your typewriter, you must remove the packing materials from the carrier mechanism. This is essential to the proper functioning of your typewriter. Do not turn the unit on until you have released the carrier (10) mechanism by following the steps listed below. The numbers in diagram correspond to those in the instructions. Lift here... and here. 1-2 — Hardware Basics Carrier 1. Remove the snap-on cover (7) from the unit. This cover also functions as a paper support.
Paper Support Your keyboard cover functions as a paper support. Follow the instructions below to insert the support. 1. Remove the cover from the keyboard if you have not already done so. 2. Turn the cover upside down and align the tabs with the slots behind the paper alignment mark (8). 3. Slide the tabs into the slots to provide an angled paper support for your typing page. Electrical Cord Your typewriter has a convenient new feature to protect the cord during transport.
Turning the Unit On The symbol indicates the unit is in Standby Mode. The keyboard is inactive until you select Type or Mem. Both modes are identified by an “on” symbol ( | ). To activate the keyboard and select a mode, use the instructions below. 1. Slide the Mode Selector from Standby ( ) to Type or Mem. The carrier (10) moves to the preset left margin. 2. Slide the switch back to Standby ( ) when finished. NOTE: Line Mode can be accessed from Type or Mem Mode. See “Line Mode.
Status Indicators In all modes, you can immediately find out which features are activated at any time. Active features are indicated by the symbols illustrated below.
Cursor The cursor appears on the display in all modes. In Type Mode, it is displayed as a rectangular box ( ), and in Line and Mem Modes, as a dash ( _ ). The cursor indicates where the next character will be entered. In Type Mode, this will be on the paper, but in Line and Mem Modes, it will be on the display. For reference, the cursor’s numeric position is indicated on the top right-hand corner of the display in all modes.
Automatic Paper Eject Code When you reach the end of a page you can automatically eject your paper by pressing Code + Right Shift/Paper Out. The paper begins ejecting immediately. + Shift Paper Out NOTE: The platen may rotate a few seconds after ejecting paper. Platen Knob/ Variable Line Spacer Rotate the platen knob to position the paper up or down at variable line positions. (You should not use this feature if you are using the End of Page Warning).
Keyboard Diagram Code When used in combination with other keys, the Code key can activate indicated functions on the keyboard. Those that function only in Mem or Line Mode are marked with an asterisk ( * ).
& [ * ] ( § 7 8 9 Settings * 7 8 U H N ( § ) ¶ + 9 0 = ] O Super Sub J K KB ll L , Next Half Space I Super Activates Superscript 1 : ; List , M 1 P I Punc. = * Activates * Activates Search Reformat Text Activates Special Tabs & [ + ) ¶ 0 . . Return 4 " Reloc ' Shift Paper Out Correct O Sub Activates Subscript J K Punc.
Code M , OR OR , Cursor Keys + . . OR ? / The Cursor keys are used to move the cursor through text in Line and Mem Modes and to move the print hammer in Type Mode. To use a cursor key, you must press and hold the Code key down while pressing the cursor key. The cursor moves as described for each mode in the appropriate chapters. Advance Key Margin L/R Advance You will be using the Advance key to perform some cursor moves.
Lock Indicator Light The shift lock light flashes if you type an error or type a word not in the dictionary. Press the Spacebar to stop the flashing. Keyboard II: International Characters / Special Symbols The Keyboard II feature allows you to access and use the international characters and other symbols that appear on the top right of the number keys. 1. Press Code + KB II (K). A beep is heard. 2. Press Shift + desired Keyboard II character. 3. Press Code + KB II (K) to deactivate Keyboard II.
