Linotype Manual by Various
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About this eBook
| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 99002559 |
| Title |
Linotype Manual Giving Detailed Instructions of the Proper Adjustment and Care of the Linotype |
| Note | Reading ease score: 78.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by deaurider, Elisa and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive). |
| Summary | "Linotype Manual" by Various is a technical guide written in the late 19th century. This publication serves as a detailed manual for the operation, adjustment, and maintenance of the Linotype machine, a groundbreaking device in typesetting during that era. The book is likely targeted towards printers, operators, and technicians familiar with the printing trade, providing comprehensive guidance to ensure optimal performance of the Linotype machine. The content of the book systematically covers a wide range of topics vital to the successful operation of the Linotype, including the proper setup and placement of the machine, temperature management of the metal, gas connections, and various machine adjustments. Each section provides clear instructions on how to care for and adjust different components of the Linotype, with illustrations to aid understanding. The manual emphasizes the importance of regular maintenance in preventing operational issues such as "squirts" during metal casting and includes troubleshooting advice for common problems encountered by operators. Overall, it serves as an essential resource for anyone working with the Linotype, helping to preserve the quality and efficiency of typesetting in printing. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | Z: Bibliography, Library science |
| Subject | Linotype |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 49667 |
| Release Date | Aug 10, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 60 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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