The 'Monotype' Super Caster Manual

National Committee of Monotype Users' Associations in association with the Monotype Corporation, , [first edition, 1953. Cloth, gilt cover-device, 8vo, 23 cm,. [8], 173 pp, numerous ills. From the foreword: "This manual is not meant to cover every possible instruction concerning the running of a ‘Monotype’ Super Caster, but it will be found that, if the instructions given herein are closely followed, there will be little left which could be learnt by other means than practical experience. The best training is actual daily contact with the machine, but the operative will add to his efficiency by consulting this manual on details of adjustment and other problems which are not clear to him. The manual will be found useful for reference, enabling the operative to refresh his memory on adjustments and practices designed to maintain the efficiency of the machine. A thorough understanding and careful application of the instructions given will establish his reputation as an intelligent and painstaking operative. It will also serve to remind him that there are many things which should be strictly avoided. Ordinarily an operative’s duties are confined to the changing of the matrices and moulds, and to seeing that the quality of type produced is satisfactory. In doing this he should satisfy himself that all adjustments in connection with changing a matrix are scrupulously exact to the standard laid down in this manual; that his metal is kept clean, of standard quality, and maintained at the correct temperature; that his pump connections are working correctly; that the metal channels are clean; and that the type is cast and delivered to the galley without hitch of any kind. Beyond this, all he has to do is to keep his machine clean and oiled, and to see that no screws or nuts work loose. Endpapers darkened, otherwise Very Good in slightly used dustwrapper.