SEARS 161.53514090 (01) PDF DOCUMENT

Please adhere to the following safety rules when operating your SEARS 161.53514090 typewriter:

1. This typewriter is designed to operate on standard U.S.A. Power 110-120 Volts AC, 60Hz only.

2. Your typewriter is a highly sophisticated mechanism; never attempt to repair it yourself. If repair becomes necessary, have it repaired by a qualified serviceman.

3. Never insert metal objects such as a screwdriver, paper clip, or nail file inside the typewriter. This could cause damage to the typewriter and/or electrical shock.

4. Do not leave your typewriter unattended when the machine is on. Always turn off the typewriter when you have finished typing.

To automatically print out a listing of the features on your SEARS 161.53514090 typewriter, hold down the Code Key and press the “D” Key. The typewriter will perform a printout. Please note that when you activate this function, the correction memory is cleared. To cancel the printout at any time, simply touch the Space Bar.

The main operating parts of the SEARS 161.53514090 typewriter are as follows:

Top/Exterior Parts:

PLATEN ROLLER: Rolls paper in and out.

PLATEN KNOB: Used to turn the Platen Roller.

PAPER BAIL: Holds paper against the platen.

PAPER SUPPORT: Supports the paper. When folded down, it prevents dust from getting inside.

PAPER RELEASE KNOB: Releases paper for alignment.

CARRIER: Prints characters and moves as it prints.

LCD: Displays the typed characters.

CARRYING HANDLE: Used to carry the machine. Normally contained inside the bottom plate.

POWER SWITCH: Turns power on and off.

TOP COVER: Open to replace accessories.

MARGIN SCALE: Provides numerical indication of printing position.

CORD COMPARTMENT: Contains the power cord.

Parts under the Top Cover (Carrier Mechanism):

PRINTWHEEL: Element with characters for printing.

RIBBON TAKEUP KNOB: Wound to take up any slack in the ribbon.

RIBBON CASSETTE: Holds the typewriter ribbon.

PRINT HEAD: Strikes against the Printwheel.

PRINT POINT INDICATOR: Indicates the printing position.

LINE LOCATOR (dot line): Denotes the bottom of the typed line.

CARD HOLDER: Holds paper, envelopes, and cards against the Platen.

CORRECTION TAPE GUIDE: Guides the Correction Tape.

CORRECTION TAPE: Tape used for correcting errors.

PRINTWHEEL SET/RELEASE LEVER: Used when replacing the Printwheel.

Here are the primary functions of the keys on the SEARS 161.53514090 typewriter keyboard:

MARGIN RELEASE KEY: Releases the margins to type beyond them or set new ones.

POWER-ON LAMP (GREEN): Lights up when the machine is turned on.

TAB KEY: Moves the Carrier to the next tab.

SHIFT LAMP (RED): Lights up when the Shift Key is pressed or locked.

LEFT/RIGHT MARGIN SET KEY: Sets the left/right margin.

TAB SET/CLEAR KEY: Sets or clears tabs.

CODE KEY: Hold down to activate special functions (e.g., Auto center, File recall) in conjunction with other keys.

SHIFT KEY: Enables typing of capital letters or upper-half characters when held down. The Shift Lamp (red) lights up when pressed.

SHIFT LOCK KEY: Locks the Shift Key in position for typing a series of capital letters. The Shift Lamp (red) lights up when locked. Release by touching either Shift Key.

SPACE BAR: A light touch moves the Carrier one space. Hold down for repeat spacing.

CORRECTION KEY: Corrects characters. Hold down for repeat correction.

RELOCATION KEY: After backspacing to correct or underline, press to return the Carrier one space after the last character typed. On the LCD, the cursor returns to its former position.

MODE KEY: Changes the typewriter mode (Normal, Line, Justified, Store).

REVERSE INDEX KEY: Retracts paper a half-line (1/12″) without moving the Carrier. Hold for continuous retraction. Also clears the correction memory.

INDEX KEY: Advances paper a half-line (1/12″) without moving the Carrier. Hold for continuous advance. Also clears the correction memory.

RETURN KEY: Advances paper one line and returns the Carrier to the left margin. Hold for repeat line spacing. Also clears the correction memory.

EXPRESS KEY: Returns the Carrier to the left margin without line spacing (LCD must be clear). On the LCD, it moves the cursor one space to the right. Hold for repeat spacing on the LCD only.

BACKSPACE KEY: Moves the Carrier backward one space, or moves the cursor one space to the left on the LCD. Hold for repeat action.

Follow these steps to set up your SEARS 161.53514090 typewriter and begin typing:

1. Set Up the Typewriter:

1. Place the typewriter on a desk or other flat surface. Lift up the Keyboard Cover and remove it.

2. Press the mark on the Cord Compartment Cover on the rear of the typewriter, open the cover, and take out the power cord.

3. Fit the power cord through the slot on the Cord Compartment and close the cover. Plug the cord into an outlet of the proper voltage (110-120V AC 60Hz).

2. Turn On the Typewriter:

1. Raise the Paper Support and turn on the Power Switch located on the right side of the typewriter.

2. A beep will sound, and the green Power-on Lamp on the keyboard will light up.

3. The Carrier will move to the extreme left and then to the left margin. The Printwheel will rotate and stop. Wait for these initial operations to complete before proceeding.

3. Insert Paper:

1. Insert paper between the Paper Support and Platen Roller.

2. Turn the Platen Knob on the left to advance the paper. When the top of the paper is visible, pull the Paper Bail upward to open it and continue feeding the paper between the Paper Bail and Platen Roller.

3. For alignment, you can turn the Paper Release Knob backward to release the paper and move it freely by hand.

4. Before typing, close the Paper Bail and return the Paper Release Knob to its forward position.

To set the Line Spacing:

1. Hold down the Code Key and press the “1” Key. The display will show “<> LINE SP 1 1.5 2″ and the current setting will blink.

2. To change the setting, continue holding the Code Key and press the “1” Key again until the desired spacing (1, 1.5, or 2) is blinking.

3. Release the Code Key to set the selected line spacing.

Settings correspond to: 1 = single spacing (6 lines/inch), 1.5 = one-and-a-half spacing (4 lines/inch), 2 = double spacing (3 lines/inch).

To set the Print Pitch:

The print pitch should be set to match the Printwheel being used.

1. Hold down the Code Key and press the “2” Key. The display will show “<> PITCH 10 12 15″ and the current pitch will blink.

2. To change the pitch, continue holding the Code Key and press the “2” Key again until the desired pitch (10, 12, or 15) is blinking.

3. Release the Code Key to set the selected pitch.

Pitches correspond to: 10 = PICA (10 characters/inch), 12 = ELITE (12 characters/inch), 15 = MICRO (15 characters/inch).

Note: Your typewriter has a memory back-up battery to protect these settings for a minimum of five years, even when powered off. If six beeps sound when power is turned on, the battery is drained and you should contact a service center.

Changing the Ribbon Cassette:

1. Removing: Turn off the machine and open the Top Cover. Hold down the Ribbon Cassette Stand with your thumbs and gently pull the Cassette upward on the Cassette Arms to remove it.

2. Installing: Before installing a new cassette, wind the Ribbon Takeup Knob counterclockwise to take up any slack. Fit the two projections at the back of the cassette into the slots in the Ribbon Cassette Stand. Carefully lower the front so the ribbon fits between the Card Holder and Printwheel, then press down until it snaps into place. Turn the Ribbon Takeup Knob counterclockwise until it locks, then clockwise until it stops. Close the Top Cover.

Changing the Correction Tape:

1. Removing: Turn off the machine, open the Top Cover, and remove the Ribbon Cassette. Remove the left and right spools from their respective spindles. Grasp both spools, pull the tape to take up slack, and lift it out.

2. Installing: Unwind some tape and position it behind the Tape Guides and Printwheel, ensuring the sticky side faces the Card Holder. Fit the full spool onto the Right (Supply) Spindle. Fit the left spool (with the knob) onto the Left (Takeup) Spindle. Turn the left spool counterclockwise until the colored portion disappears. Replace the Ribbon Cassette and close the Top Cover.

Changing the Printwheel:

1. Removing: Turn off the machine, open the Top Cover, and remove the Ribbon Cassette. Pull the Printwheel Set/Release Lever towards you. Lightly grasp the top of the Printwheel and carefully pull it up.

2. Installing: Lightly grasp the edge of the new Printwheel and carefully lower it between the Card Holder and the Print Head. Ensure the typeface side faces the Platen. Press the Printwheel Set/Release Lever away from you until it snaps into place, locking the mechanism. Replace the Ribbon Cassette and close the Top Cover.

The SEARS 161.53514090 typewriter has four different modes, which can be cycled through by pressing the MODE Key. The active mode is indicated by a “v” on the LCD.

Normal Print Mode (NP): This is the default mode when the power is turned on. Characters are immediately typed on the paper without appearing on the LCD.

Line Print Mode (LP): This mode allows you to print one line at a time. Characters appear on the LCD as you type, allowing you to make corrections before printing. The line is printed when you press the Tab or Return Key.

Justified Print Mode (JUST): This mode aligns text along both the left and right margins, creating an even, block-like appearance. Words are automatically positioned to fit between the margins. If you press Return or Tab Key while typing a line, the text will be printed immediately without justification.

Store Mode (STORE): This mode allows you to store text into the typewriter’s memory. For more details, refer to the “Memory Function” instructions.

The SEARS 161.53514090 has standard pre-set auto margins. To set custom margins, follow these steps:

Setting New Margins:

1. Move the Print Point Indicator to the position where you want the new margin, using the Space Bar and/or Backspace Key.

2. For the Left Margin: Press the Margin Set Key (labeled LEFT/RIGHT).

3. For the Right Margin: Hold down the Code Key and press the Margin Set Key.

A beep will sound, signaling that the new margin is set. When you set a new margin, the auto margins are cleared. The LCD must be clear, and the Auto Center and Decimal Tab functions must not be active. The left and right margins must be at least one inch apart.

Typing Beyond Margins:

Beyond Right Margin: When the Print Point Indicator stops at the right margin, press and release the Margin Release Key to continue typing.

Beyond Left Margin: At the left margin, press and release the Margin Release Key, then use the Backspace Key to move the Print Point Indicator to where you want to start typing.

Here’s how to set, clear, and use tabs on your SEARS 161.53514090 typewriter:

1. Setting Tabs:

1. Use the Space Bar or Backspace Key to move the Print Point Indicator to the position where you want to set a tab.

2. Press the Tab Set/Clear Key. A beep will confirm that the tab has been set. You can set a maximum of 16 tab stops.

Note: The LCD must be clear to set tabs, and the Auto center and Decimal tab functions must not be active.

2. Clearing Tabs:

To clear a single tab: Move the Print Point Indicator to the tab you want to clear. Hold down the Code Key and press the Tab Set/Clear Key. A beep will confirm the tab has been cleared.

To clear all tabs: Hold down the Code Key and press the Tab Set/Clear Key with a little pressure. Two beeps will confirm all tabs have been cleared. This can be done from any carrier position.

3. Using Tabs:

Press the Tab Key to advance the Print Point Indicator to the next tab stop on the right. If any text is on the LCD, it will be printed before the carrier advances.

The SEARS 161.53514090 typewriter has a one-line automatic correction memory. The correction memory is cleared when the Return, Index, or Reverse Index key is pressed, or when the power is turned off.

Correcting the Last Character(s) Typed:

1. Press the Correction Key. The Print Point Indicator will backspace and erase the incorrect character.

2. For multiple characters, hold down the Correction Key to continue erasing characters in the last full line.

3. Type the correct character(s).

Correcting a Previous Character Within the Current Line:

1. Use the Backspace Key to move the Print Point Indicator and align it with the character to be corrected.

2. Press the Correction Key to erase the incorrect character(s).

3. Type the correct character(s).

4. Press the Relocation Key to return the Print Point Indicator to its original position at the end of the line.

Correcting a Character on Another Line:

1. Use the Reverse Index Key or Index Key to move the paper and align the Print Point Indicator with the line where the correction is needed. This clears the correction memory.

2. Use the Space Bar or Backspace Key to move the indicator to the position one space to the right of the character(s) to be corrected.

3. Press the Correction Key. The indicator will backspace to the incorrect character. Type the correct character, and the old one will be erased.

4. Return the Print Point Indicator to its previous position to continue typing.

When in Line Print (LP) or Justified Print (JUST) mode, you can edit text on the LCD before it is printed.

Moving the Cursor:

Use the Backspace Key to move the cursor one space left, and the Express Key to move it one space right. Hold either key for continuous movement.

Replacing a Character:

1. Move the cursor under the character you want to correct.

2. Type the correct character. It will automatically replace the old one.

3. Press the Relocation Key to return the cursor to the end of the line.

Deleting a Character:

1. Move the cursor under the character to be deleted.

2. Press the Correction Key. The character above the cursor is deleted, and the text to the right is pulled one space to the left. Hold the key down to delete multiple characters.

3. Press the Relocation Key to return the cursor to the end of the line.

Inserting Text:

1. Move the cursor to the character one space to the right of where you want to insert text.

2. Hold down the Code Key and press the Backspace Key to enter Insert mode. The character above the cursor will flash with a box mark (▮).

3. Type the desired character(s). They will be inserted to the left of the cursor.

4. To exit Insert mode, either hold down the Code Key and press the Backspace Key again, or press the Relocation Key which also moves the cursor to the end of the text.

This function allows you to correct the last or a previously typed word on the current line with one operation.

Deleting the Last Word Typed on Paper:

1. Hold down the Code Key and press the Correction Key. An intermittent beep will sound.

2. Press the Space Bar. The typewriter will delete the entire word, starting from the last character.

3. Type the correct word(s).

To cancel before deleting, hold Code and press Correction Key again. Two beeps will signal cancellation.

Deleting a Previous Word on the Current Line:

1. Hold down the Code Key and press the Correction Key. Then, while still holding Code, press the last character of the word you want to correct. The carrier will move to that position, and a beep will sound.

2. Press the first character of the word to be corrected. The typewriter will delete the entire word.

3. Type the correct word.

4. Press the Relocation Key to return the carrier to its previous position.

Deleting a Word on the LCD:

1. Position the cursor under the space immediately following the word you wish to delete.

2. Hold down the Code Key and press the Correction Key. The word is deleted, and the text is pulled to the left.

The Spell Corrector function on your SEARS 161.53514090 helps you identify and correct spelling errors using a 50,000-word main dictionary and a 100-word user dictionary.

Turning On/Off: Hold down the Margin Release (SPELL) Key and press the “0” (ON/OFF) Key. A beep indicates the status has changed.

Finding Errors on the Current Line: Hold Margin Release (SPELL) and press the “5” (FIND) Key. The carrier will move to the first incorrect word. Correct the error, then repeat the key combination to find the next error.

Getting Suggestions for Similar Words: Move the carrier or cursor to the word in question. Hold Margin Release (SPELL) and press the “6” (SUGGEST) Key. A similar word appears on the LCD. Press the Index Key to see the next suggestion. When the desired word appears, press the Return Key to make the correction.

Managing the User Dictionary:

Adding a Word: Type the word, then hold Margin Release (SPELL) and press the “1” (ADD) Key. A beep confirms it has been stored.

Erasing a Word: Type the word, then hold Margin Release (SPELL) and press the “2” (ERASE) Key. A beep confirms it has been deleted.

Listing Words: To print the user dictionary list, hold Margin Release (SPELL) and press “4” (LIST) for a usage-frequency list or “9” (A.LIST) for an alphabetical list.

Adjusting Beep Volume: Hold Margin Release (SPELL) and press the “3” (VOLUME) Key repeatedly to cycle through 10 volume levels.

Decimal Tabulation:

1. Set tab(s) at the decimal positions for each column.

2. Hold down the Code Key and press the Tab Key. “<> DECIMAL TAB” appears on the LCD, and the carrier moves to the first tab stop.

3. Type the text/number. It will appear on the LCD. Make any corrections.

4. To print, you have three options: a) Press Return to print and stop at that position. b) Press Tab to print and advance to the next standard tab. c) Hold Code and press Tab to print and advance to the next decimal tab.

Automatic Centering:

1. Hold down the Code Key and press the “C” Key. “<> CENTERING” appears on the LCD, and the carrier moves to the center of the margins.

2. Type the phrase to be centered. It appears on the LCD.

3. Press the Return Key. The text is printed, centered between the margins.

Automatic Paragraph Indentation:

1. Move the Print Point Indicator to where you want the paragraph to be indented.

2. Hold down the Code Key and press the Margin Release Key. A “v” appears above “INDENT” on the LCD, setting a temporary left margin.

3. Type the text. To cancel the function, repeat step 2.

Bold Typing:

1. Hold down the Code Key and press the “X” Key. A “v” appears above “BOLD” on the LCD.

2. Type the text to be bolded. It will flash with asterisks on the LCD.

3. To cancel Bold Typing, repeat step 1.

Automatic Underlining:

Full Underlining (including spaces): Hold Code and press “3” (XX key). Type text. Press the same keys to stop.

Word Underlining (words only): Hold Code and press “4” (X X key). Type text. Press the same keys to stop.

The SEARS 161.53514090 can store up to 10,000 characters in up to 50 files. There are three file types: TEXT (for entire letters), PHRASE (for short expressions), and FORMAT (for margin/tab settings).

Storing a File:

1. Press the Mode Key until “v” appears above “STORE” and “NAME OF FILE?” is displayed.

2. Type a file name (up to 5 characters/numbers) and press Return.

3. “Text/Phrase/Format?” will appear with T, P, and F flashing. Press “T” for a Text file, “P” for a Phrase file, or “F” for a Format file.

4. For TEXT or FORMAT files, you can set new margins and tabs by holding Code and pressing “F” to enter/exit margin/tab set mode.

5. Enter your text or set your format.

6. To finish, press the Mode Key. “CLOSING FILE Y/N?” appears. Press “Y” to close the file and return to Normal Print mode.

Entering a Stop Code: While storing a file, you can insert a pause for manual input during printing. Hold the Code Key and press the “7” Key. A highlighted “S” appears on the LCD, and an “x” will print on the paper as an indicator.

Editing a Stored File:

1. Enter STORE mode and type the name of the file to be edited.

2. The beginning of the file appears on the LCD. You can now use the cursor movement, insert, and delete functions as you would for corrections on the LCD to edit your file.

Recalling (Printing) a File:

1. Ensure the LCD is clear in NP or JUST mode.

2. Hold down the Code Key and press the “6” (RECALL) Key.

3. “NAME OF FILE?” appears. Type the file name and press Return.

4. For TEXT files, “TYPE 00 LINES PRESS” will appear. You can enter a number of lines (01-99) to print, or just press Return to print the entire file.

5. The typewriter will begin printing the file.

Here’s how to manage files and memory on your SEARS 161.53514090 typewriter.

Checking Available Memory:

With the LCD clear, hold down the Code Key and press the “9” (CAPACITY) Key. The amount of available memory (in characters) will be displayed. Press Return to exit.

Listing Stored Files:

With the LCD clear, hold down the Code Key and press the “8” (LIST) Key. A list of all stored files, including their type, name, and the first 40 characters, will be printed.

Deleting a Single File:

1. With the LCD clear, hold down the Code Key and press the “0” (DELETE) Key.

2. “NAME OF FILE?” appears on the LCD. Type in the file name and press Return.

3. “DELETE COMPLETED” will appear. If the file is not found, “NOT FOUND PRESS” will be displayed.

4. Press Return to terminate the function.

Clearing All Memory (All Files):

1. With the LCD clear, hold down the Code Key and press the “A” Key.

2. “CLEAR ALL FILES Y/N?” appears. Press the “Y” Key.

3. “ARE YOU SURE Y/N?” appears for confirmation. Press the “Y” Key again to clear all files. Pressing “N” at either prompt will cancel the function.

Block Operations allow you to copy, move, or delete entire sections of text within a file during Edit Mode.

General Steps for Defining a Block:

1. Enter Edit Mode and display the file text.

2. Position the cursor on the first character of the text block you want to select.

3. Hold down the Code Key and press the “P” Key. This marks the beginning of the block. Two beeps will sound, and “v” will appear above “BLOCK” on the display.

4. Move the cursor to the last character of the text block.

5. Hold down the Code Key and press the “P” Key again. This marks the end of the block. Two beeps will sound, and the defined block of text will start flashing.

After defining the block, perform one of the following operations:

Block Copy:

1. Move the cursor to the position where you want to insert the copy.

2. Hold down the Code Key and press the “L” Key. The block of text is copied to the specified position, and the block function is canceled.

Block Move:

1. Move the cursor to the position where you want to move the text.

2. Hold down the Code Key and press the “M” Key. The block of text is moved, and the block function is canceled. Succeeding characters are shifted to fill the space.

Block Delete:

1. After defining the block, hold down the Code Key and press the Correction Key. The block of text is deleted, and the block function is canceled.

The following supplies are available for your SEARS 161.53514090 typewriter:

Printwheels: Your typewriter comes with a Prestige 10 Printwheel (Sears No. 54018). Other styles are available:

Sears No.	Type Style	Pitch
54011	Prestige	12
54012	Courier	10
54013	Courier	12
54014	Cubic	10
54015	Script	12
54016	Orator	10
54017	Mini Gothic	15

Ribbon Cassettes:

Correctable Black Carbon Film Ribbon (No. 54085): This is the ribbon your typewriter comes with. It is not reusable.

Nylon Fabric Ribbon (No. 54091): An optional ribbon that can type a larger number of characters.

Correction Tapes:

Lift-off Correction Tape (No. 54009): Used only with the Correctable Black Carbon Film Ribbon (No. 54085). It lifts the ink off the paper.

Cover-up Correction Tape (No. 5498): Used only with the Nylon Fabric Ribbon (No. 54091). It covers up the error.

After Using and Storing:

1. Turn off the on/off Switch and disconnect the Power Cord from the electrical outlet.

2. Store the Power Cord in the Cord Compartment.

3. Replace the Keyboard Cover and fasten securely.

Cleaning:

1. Do not attempt to disassemble the typewriter to clean it.

2. Dust the typewriter lightly, using only a dry cloth.

3. Never use water or solvents such as thinner, alcohol, etc. to clean your typewriter.

4. When the Top Cover is open for replacement of accessories, be sure not to drop items such as pins or paper clips into the typewriter, as they may cause damage.

If your SEARS 161.53514090 typewriter fails to function or does not function properly, check the following points:

Is the typewriter plugged into a live socket?

Is the typewriter switched on?

Is the Printwheel properly installed?

Are the Ribbon Cassette and the Correction Tape properly installed?

Have the Ribbon Cassette or Correction Tape been used up?

If the typewriter still does not work properly after checking the above, contact your nearest Sears Service Center.

Key No.	Description	Part No.
1	Paper Support	060-71520-44
2	Top Cover	005-13062
3	LCD Assembly	060-27300
4	Keyboard Cover	060-70530
5	Platen Knob	060-70540-45
6	Screw	200-71020
7	Cover Assembly	005-61513
8	Cord Storage Cover	060-70580-44
9	Bottom Pan Assembly	005-70711
10	Handle Hinge Pin	200-70180
11	Handle	060-70320-44
12	Printwheel	See Supplies section
13	Ribbon Cassette	See Supplies section
14	Correction Tape	See Supplies section

When ordering repair parts for your SEARS 161.53514090, always provide the following information:

1. Part Number

2. Part Description

3. Model Number: 161.53514090

4. Name of Item: Word Processing Typewriter