Job Printer
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Sets type according to copy and operates cylinder or automatic
platen press to print complete job order: Selects type from type
case and inserts type in printer's stick to reproduce material
in copy. Inserts spacers between words and leads between lines.
Slides type from stick into galley. Rmeoves assembled type from
galley and places type on composing stone.
Places chase over
type, inserts quoins, and locks chase to hold type.
Lays form
(type in locked chase) on bed of proof press, inks type, fastens
sheet of paper to press roller, and pulls roller over form to
make proof copy. Reads proof for errors and clarity of
impression. Corrects errors by resetting type and improves
impression by tapping face of type with hammer.
Positions form
(type in locked chase) on bed of prses and tightens clamps,
using wrench. Fills ink fountain and moves lever to adjust flow
of ink. Sets feed guides according to size and thickness of
paper. Runs proofsheet through press and examines sheet for
clartiy of impression.
Pushes button to start press, examines
printed sheets, and adjusts press when prniting is defective.
Cleans ink rollers at end of run.
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