IBM 01 Maintenance Manual page 88

REHRI:NCE MANUAL
MODEL A1
one-fourth inches from the bottom of the form. Paper
release lever should free the paper so it can be easily re-
moved or straightened.
TYPING.
Check the operation of the keyboard by slowly
testing each key twice at the lowest setting of the im-
pression control lever and again twice at the highest setting.
This will check the functioning of all key levers and cams.
All type bars must operate freely in the segment and in
the guide. Clean the segment slots and wipe off each type
bar at the segment surface. Check for proper shift motiQn
HhHhHhHhHh. Check for proper type alignment by pre-
paring a complete strike-up of all type in combinations.
Check for proper operation of the space, bar - abc d e
f g h i j k l .
IMPRESSION.
One original and two copies will show up
the condition of the machine for impression adjustment.
Polish any type faces that cut.
ESCAPEMENT
should be checked the full length of the
carriage to insure a fast, unhesitating action in any posi-
tion of the carriage. The Executive machine should be
checked to insure that the projecting lugs on the selector
bars have an even meeting with the selector bails.
LINE LOCK
should be tested for operation.
If the machine is equipped with any special features,
such as a special-purpose platen, special type, repeating
cams, etc., a check should be made of these features.
LUBRICATION.
Lightly lubricate all moving parts includ-
ing the bail springs on the carriage with IBM Lubricant
6. Place a small amount of Shell Alvania No.
1
in the bear-
ings of the platen and the feed rolls and replace them in
the carriage. Apply a few drops of oil to the carriage rails,
move the carriage back and forth and wipe the rails clean.
Lubricate the moving parts of the rear rail with a small
brush dipped in No.6 oil.
Oil the motor by placing several drops of No. 6 oil in
the oil wells.
Examine the machine for indications of wear or rust
and apply oil or, if there is a chance that oil would get
onto rubber parts or the clutch disc, use Shell Alvania
No.1.
IBM 6 can serve as a general purpose oil and Shell
Alvania No. 1 can be used as a general purpose grease.
It is advisable to use the recommended lubricants shown
in the instructional manual whenever a machine has had
all lubricants removed during a shop overhaul or cleaning
process.
COVER SECTIONS
should fit tightly to prevent noisy vibra-
tion.
ASK THE OPERATOR TO TRY THE MACHINE.
When an inspection has been completed, it should al-
ways be properly recorded together with a special note
of any extraordinary action required or taken during the
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